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Snowshoe Tour at Scribe Mountain Resort
Below the cut are logs taken from Doggo’s Gyftmas Retreat. A Snowshoe tour was arranged by a rather snarky Dominion Angel [controlled by me heh] and a few guests came along to suffer! Participants: @ask-the-birb @code-kindness @coldsoulgoodsoul @prancing-pacifist @nolvlost @still-me-chara @loving-goat-975 @king-asgore @fallen-determination @smolgoatsis
Thanks Everyone!
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 1:50 PM
*[A warmly covered dominion manifests themself, putting hind paws into the snow, followed by a big box of wooden pieces.] *[Through the hammering sounds, a wooden structure starts to take form.] *[The dominion hangs up a sign at the top of the wooden structure. It looks like a booth of sorts.] "SNOWSHOE TRAIL TOURS: NOW OPEN"  * Hmm... perhaps this will be enough for people to appreciate the beauty of the mountain wilderness... Arf... Surely they will behave themselves when the small animals start appearing. * I can only hope... *[It appears like you'd be able to pay for a tour of the mountain trail. This would include a small lunch break, food included. A group should be formed first, of around 10 people, or whomever wants to participate.] *[The dominion just waits, leaning on the booth as their warm fuzzy scarf flutters on the wind.]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:10 PM
Parot and Anna had finally reached where the Snowshoe Trail was said to be [Parot]: Hello there! [Anna]: Well aren't you a pleasant fellow!(edited)
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:11 PM
Gen arrived, trailing right behind Parot and Anna.
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:11 PM
Kather padded in, seeming suprised at see others.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:11 PM
[ * Arrival of bird, they're struggling to run across the field barefoot; they're managing to catch up. ] * Hey!! HEY!!!
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:12 PM
Gen turned, looking at his feathered friend who's suffering with the cold snow.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:12 PM
Anna instantly recognizes Kather [Anna]: Hello, Kather!
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:12 PM
"Howdy!" She called to the birb double, waving.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:12 PM
*[TheDominion perks up at the arrivals, then composes themselves in a cool yet professional manner.] * Good afternoon, guests. Will you all be partaking of something besides mindless videogames today?
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:13 PM
Parot looks back to Frisk. He sees them sturggling and runs out to help them [Parot]: Here let me help ya! He picks up Frisk and carries them the rest of the way
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:13 PM
"Mhm!""..Video games ain't entirely mindless though."
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:13 PM
"I've played one video game since I came." She chuckled.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:14 PM
[ * Gleeful chirps!! ] * Yes, perfect, thanks!
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:14 PM
[Anna]: I tried a videogames. They aren't that great if I was honest(edited)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:14 PM
* I never played a single video game here, yesnosiree.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:14 PM
"I just don't play them often."
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:15 PM
Parot nods toward Frisk with a smile and goes back to being next to Anna
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:15 PM
"Frisk do you need somethin' for your feet? ..""Or are you planning on just being carried the entire time."
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:16 PM
She wiped some snow off her Gyftmas tree sweater, making the tree a bit more visible.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:16 PM
[Parot]: Oh shoot, I forgot the snowshoes myself!
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 2:16 PM
Chara slowly headed up to the snowshoe trail, scarf pulled up over their about for extra warmth. They eyed the sign that announced tours and wandered over.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:16 PM
* Uhhh, shoes. Unfortunately, nothing can fit me without m'claws destroying something.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:17 PM
"Ah uh..""What about just wrapping your feet in cloth?"
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:17 PM
[Anna]: Yeah, it's hard being a bird when it comes to floor surface temperature!
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:17 PM
"I got the shoes as I was walking here."
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:18 PM
* I'd also destroy those and... I need my scarves, havin' them be wet's kinda... nah. [ Frisk nods in agreement. ]
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:18 PM
She had naturally big paws, but she wore the shoes anyway.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:19 PM
"Ah..so basically heading far out from any civilization is kinda just, deadly to your feet.""If its snowy of course."
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:19 PM
"In civilization, too. Waterfall always gets me feet wet."
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:20 PM
"That's just watefall though."
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:20 PM
[Parot]: Well, for snowy situations me and Anna just tape a tennis racket under our feet to keep distance from the ground and to add more surface area!(edited)
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:20 PM
* (Winter trudges through the freshly fallen snow to arrive at the trails. She knew that she did not want to lose her father again, but she did want to sate her curiosity. The child arrives at the start, looking around as if she were to be observing the surroundings. The new people seemed to make her the slightest bit nervous, though . . . )
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:21 PM
..The amount of people is making Gen a bit nervous, so many.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:21 PM
* I can't normally be near civilization in general, so it's a lose-lose.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:22 PM
"You seem fine here though."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:22 PM
*[The Doberminion is just giving them all a flat stare.] * All videogames are just brainmelting buttonmashers period. * [They slap snowshoes of various sizes atop the booth counter, sweeping an arm at them.] * Broaden your world. The trails are active and alive today, you will likely see wildlife. Experience something besides pixellated violence.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:22 PM
[Anna]: Random question but do you have tape and 6 tennis rackets? @Mountain Resort Staff(edited)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:22 PM
The kid was used to being around lots of people, so she wasn't very nervous.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:23 PM
* `cause I know I'm safe, that's why!
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:23 PM
"Aggressive tone much..? Towards videogames." Gen inaudibly mumbled that.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:23 PM
"Well anyways..shall we get going on the trail?"
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:23 PM
* (Winter feels the stare sink into her, but she tries not to notice. She decides to slip over to the counter, staring at the different sizes . . . oh no, she did not know what her foot size was! So many years of being barefoot has gone to waste! Oh, how embarrassing.)
Teddy - Today at 2:23 PM
[Arrival of  he, the intellectual Teddy. He's wearing a thicker coat and traded in his glasses for goggles. They are foggier than a motherfucker though, and every few minutes he has to clear them. Beats blinking out those thick flurries though.]
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:24 PM
She stretched, or at least tried to.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 2:24 PM
Grumpy's ears were perked up at all the chitchat around them, though they didn't know anyone here at the moment... The doberminion's snowshoes caught their attention and they headed over to see if they could find ones that fit their weird fox paws. They missed their human feet...
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:25 PM
* There are shoes fit for avian feet, do not fret. No need to delay the trip by jury rigging a pair... Floofhead girl, just try on the smaller shoes til you find one that fits.(edited)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:25 PM
Like said earlier, she already had snowshoes, though not as needed at the other's.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:26 PM
Gen giggled a bit at the other name, 'Floofhead girl' that someone was called(edited)
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:26 PM
Parot and Anna were suprised by the prospect of avian-fit shoes. They look to see three pairs. Two fit just for them [Parot]: Amazing!
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:27 PM
[ * Frisk's rolling their eyes, smiling at the reassurance and bowing politely, it's uncommon for them to actually respect others. They're going ahead to the selection, glancing over at the various sizes before them. They're grabbing the one that looked like their size. ]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 2:27 PM
Grumpy couldn't help but snort at the sight of one of the new arrivals. He certainly looked... Prepared.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:27 PM
"Wait, just remembered..gotta go do somethin'! Sorry you three, wanna hang out later Frisk?" (Mun gotta go soon so kicking gen off early a bit, will return later >v>;;)
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:27 PM
The two akwardly put on the shoes. It takes a bit for them to get the shoes on
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:27 PM
* (Winter froze up by the nickname, and her cheeks became a bit reddish from the embarrassment. She quickly nods before going over to look at the selection of trail shoes and trying to ignore her clear embarrassment of the situation.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:28 PM
* If I can, sure.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:28 PM
[Parot]: Ok, see ya Gen! [Anna]: See ya Gen! Parot and I are ready to begin!
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:29 PM
"Alrighty, seeya Frisk, Parot, and Anna." Gen smiled, waving bye to the three as he ran off back towards the small town.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 2:30 PM
It took them a bit but the fox monster managed to find some snowshoes that fit them. They felt super weird but it was better than being ankle deep in snow.
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:30 PM
"So, this is a mountain, covered in trees, wildlife, and snow?"
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:30 PM
[ * Frisk puffs their chest out, slipping on their snowshoes. It's easier to appear brave than to be brave, they're trekking into the wilderness, it's fitting. ]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:31 PM
Anna and Parot live near the forest so the prospect of going into the wilderness is nothing frightening to them
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:32 PM
* (Since Wander found out the size of shoes Winter needed, she would have to find where that was on her boots. She decides to sit down on the ground and turn her foot to where she could see her heel . . . and she finds the size! She then quickly gets up and swiftly scans the shelves for something her size.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:34 PM
*[The Dominion caught a glance at the girl's size and quickly shoved a proper set at Winter.] * Less delay child, more walking. Yes, trees, snow, and more wildlife than just rowdy children.
Teddy - Today at 2:34 PM
[Snowshoes equipped! -2 grace. As if he didn't trip over his clumsy ass feet enough.]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 2:36 PM
Grumpy looked over at the kid with goggles, raising an eyebrow with a smirk. "Can you even see out of those things?"
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:36 PM
* (Winter blinked at the Dominion's quick response, and she tenses. She nods and steps back, feeling a bit overwhelmed. She manages to utter an "I'm sorry" before inching to another spot to slip these strange shoes on.)(edited)
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:38 PM
Anna giggles at the child's innocent nature [Anna]: Let's get this show on the road!
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:38 PM
"Yes!" She agrees with Anna, pumping a fist into the air.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:38 PM
* [They point towards the trail, clearly (and clumsily) traveled by several cherubs already. Leading up the slopes, weaving through a copse of scraggly trees, and passing several fissure in the mountain.] * If you all are prepared, we can begin the tour. You will encounter ursidae up there. These creatures are friendly. If your hands are not too grubby, they might even let you pet them...  only  Seraph knows why.
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 2:39 PM
Undyne rushes in at the last minute.
Teddy - Today at 2:40 PM
[Teddy turns around every which way to see who was talking to him. He lifts his googles off his forehead to squint at them. Not dubiously, just trying to see.] Teddy: * I mean, barely, but I manage.
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 2:40 PM
U: Hey can I join! I'm ready and pumped!
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:40 PM
[Parot]: I don't see why not!
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:40 PM
* (Winter notices the Dominion's instruction, and she follows their finger to the land ahead once she manages to get her shoes on. Winter observes the wilderness for a few moments before freezing in her spot; crap, that was Undyne. She has to keep remembering that this is a friendly zone!)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:41 PM
An Undyne! This was sure to be interesting...
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:41 PM
Parot and Anna smile toward the Dominion. They begin their walk onto the trail
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 2:42 PM
Undyne jogs in front, marvelling at the nature.
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:42 PM
She decided to follow Parot and Anna.
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 2:42 PM
U: Ah, the great outdoors! Smell that air! Makes you want to wrestle a bear!
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:43 PM
[Anna to Undyne]: You seem to be an exitable type, too!
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:43 PM
"I never want to wrestle a bear...*(edited)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:43 PM
[ * Frisk muttered some things under their breath, going ahead to start trailing on the path. They proceed to somewhat agree with Undyne, bear wrestling is great.  ]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:43 PM
[Parot]: That would be an interesting thing to watch, I would have to say!(edited)
Teddy - Today at 2:44 PM
[Wrestle a bear? Oh lordt. The thought is terrifying enough, he's not sure of this lady's temperment to see if she'd actually do it.]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:46 PM
* I'd wrestle a bear myself, not that I've done so before! I fought an elk, that's how close I'm gonna get to that.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:46 PM
* And you never will wrestle a bear, at least not here thank you very much! *[Appears that the angel is following along! Hovering of course, no need to sully their paws with shoes!] *Late arrivals! Grab your snowshoes and follow along! Now a family of elk frequently graze by those trees. Please do not make any sudden loud sounds.
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 2:46 PM
U: Aw, come on! Can I wrestle the elk?
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:47 PM
Anna laughs a little at Undyne's strange wants
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:47 PM
"Please wrestle nothing."
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:48 PM
* I wanna wrestle-hug, suplex?? Suplex an elk with the fish lady, but, I don't wanna anger whatever mountain deities here.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:48 PM
* (Winter does not know many people here, so she just takes a deep breath and proceeds to catch up to the end of the group. She nervously looks around as she treads forward, trying to drag her attention to the elk. Her eyes widen; she has not ever seen anything like this before! She lets out a little suprised gasp as her answer, adoring the complexity of the cute creatures.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:48 PM
* Y'can never know what can happen, ever.[ * They do want to eat some fresh venison, not doubt about that. ]
Teddy - Today at 2:50 PM
[Teddy decides to train in the back, preferably away from the angel dog. For reasons. Besides, these shoes are deceptively difficult to walk in and he chooses to not make a fool of himself!]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:50 PM
Parot trails behind the group seeing the child from earlier acting a little nervous [Parot to Winter]: Hey, you doing good back here little one?
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:50 PM
Gen returned early, putting some snow shoes on quickly. "Back!" (..Or not, dunno when I am leaving)"Had time."
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:51 PM
[Anna]: Great Gen. Come on!
Teddy - Today at 2:52 PM
[Teddy decides to pipe up as well.] Teddy: * Yeah, Winter, everything's fine, the scary winged dog said so.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:52 PM
"Okay!" Gen moved on over to Frisk and the other two birds.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 2:53 PM
* (Winter hears a voice directed at her, and she freezes up again, stopping in her tracks. She nods, gulping down her nervousness once more and treads the area a bit behind the group; it would not be too far, though. She decides to observe the people in the group a bit as we-- and she freezes up again.) * A-are y-you sure . . . ?
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 2:53 PM
(fff, gotta go now, just act like Gen is following quietly;;)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:53 PM
Kather was right behind the birds, struggling a bit woth her shoes
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 2:54 PM
Grumpy starts following, staying near the back. "Kind of defeats the purpose of a nature walk if you can't see shit." The fox monster chuckled under their breath as they shoved their paws in their jacket pockets.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 2:55 PM
* Oooh. [ Frisk nods, keeping themselves close to the group. ] They're kinda right there.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 2:56 PM
* There is no need to fear child. Nothing will harm you on my watch. *[As the group approaches the trees, what seemed at first to be low branches, turns out to be the antlers of the aforementioned elks! Healthy and sleek, they lift their heads and gaze calmly at their visitor.] * ... You may move closer. Slowly. Do not tug the antlers, they re sensitive, and pet along with the fur, not against.
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 2:56 PM
U:  Well I guess I can just enjoy nature as a whole..U: Kid, I think you'd like petting those deer.
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:57 PM
She squeezed between Anna and Parot, getting in front of the two.(edited)
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 2:58 PM
Anna and Parot let Kather through. They let the kids go to the creature first. They just wanted to watch
Teddy - Today at 2:58 PM
[Teddy falls silent. He didn't think the dominion would hear him! He'll blame the cold on his red face and his goggles fogging up.]
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 2:59 PM
Somehow, she got to pet an elk. In all honesty, she thought she wouldn't be able to.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:00 PM
* (Winter gulps, nodding once more. She furrows her brows, shakes her head, and slowly begins to trudge through the snow once more, following behind the group. She wasn't as nervous about the surroundings since she had actually lived in a forest for a few years, but she was scared of the people. She soon regained some of her happiness as she observed the nice details of the elk.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:01 PM
* Isn't nature beautiful?
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:01 PM
* Mhm . . .(edited)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:02 PM
Chara eyed the elk from a distance. It was cool seeing such animals up close, they didn't really get to appreciate the scenery of the forest last time they ran up a mountain... Yet they didn't much feel like petting anything. They'd leave that to the younger kids.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:02 PM
* Definitely better than seeing your ungroomed mugs... I mean, certainly is wondrous!
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:02 PM
That got a good snort out of Chara. Oh their guide was sassy, this would be entertaining.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:03 PM
[ * Frisk's giving the Dominion a playful glare, rolling their eyes with a shoulder shrug. ]
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:03 PM
She rose an eyebrow at  the winged dog, by that time she was back with the group.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:03 PM
* Says you.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:03 PM
* (Winter's face gets red at that remark, and her eyes drift away from the Dominion. She definitely caught that, and that was definitely bitter. She pulls her scarf up over her face for a bit, becoming the slightest bit aware about what she looked like at the moment.)
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:03 PM
Parot just looked at the Dominion for a bit then looks back at the elk(edited)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:04 PM
Now she was next to Anna somehow. Mun is curious.
Teddy - Today at 3:05 PM
[Teddy feels uneased being able to pet the wildlife. But how often did the chance come up? He channels a hidden reservoir of bravery to pet on of the elk on the head.] [It nuzzles his hand and slobbers all over it. He's disgusted and delighted!]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:05 PM
[Anna]: Hello little one! Anna pinches Kather's cheek and smiles(edited)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:06 PM
Her cheeks get a tint of red, and she immediately begins inspecting a 'very interesting... uh... snowflake.'
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:07 PM
Anna giggles a bit [Anna]: What have you've been up to Kather?
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:07 PM
* (Winter then attempts to distract her own thoughts by watching the rather tall human pet the elk and imagining what it would feel like. She seems interested.)
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:07 PM
"I got my friend a scarf and failed at skiing." She shrugged.
Teddy - Today at 3:08 PM
Teddy: * Haha, gross! [He'll just wipe the elk's slobber back onto it.]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:09 PM
[Parot]: I don't know how to ski either. The first time Anna tried skiing she kept on going into the parking lot and wouldn't stop! Anna pokes at Parot. Her cheeks went a little pink [Anna]: Hey!
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:10 PM
* Does anyone brush this childs hair...? Ahem, onwards, onwards! Come along! I'm sure the elks have had their olfactory organs assaulted enough now. *[The dominion floats along, beckoning the others to follow. The next stop appears to be under a cliffs overhang. Amidst the icy stalactites resides a small family of bats. The grump angel casually points up at them.] * These oddly cute fellows are Chiroptera. If you ever hear odd noises at night, its likely your own snoring, but there is a chance it might be them as well. You may visit them.
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:10 PM
"I was on the kiddy slopes."
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:11 PM
[Parot whispers to Kather]: Anna was too,  but she didn't know how to stop so she just zoomed on by!(edited)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:11 PM
Chara followed the winged dog, listening as they spoke about the animals. They were certainly cute little guys...
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:12 PM
She snorted, than begain to wonder if the Dominion was referring to her when if asked if anyone brushed her fur.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:12 PM
Anna doesn't hear Parot as she listened to the Dominion. She gives a little huff at the their joke(edited)
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:12 PM
* (Winter's face gets even redder as she puffs out a bit of cold air. She's tempted to reply, but she does not. She doesn't need to be reminded of how she still barely knows how to brush her hair. Winter trudges along quickly, bringing her scarf up over her nose. She doesn't want to get embarrassed any more than she already was. She was getting a bit colder and she started to shiver from it. Darnit.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:12 PM
[ * Frisk huffs, they followed along behind and just... checks out the bats. They're staring right up at them, silently clapping their hands. ] * Awww, yes!
Teddy - Today at 3:13 PM
[Teddy steadily falls behind to put a sympathetic hand on Winter's shoulder. He feels bad for her, and if his goggles weren't foggy he'd be glaring a hole through that big mean dog's head!!]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:14 PM
[Anna]: I've never actually seen this kinda bat before. It's kinda cool!
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:16 PM
"Bats are kinda cute, but also kinda creepy."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:16 PM
* (Winter tenses up at the sudden touch, stopping in her spot for a brief moment. A shiver runs down her spine once more, and she turns her head to look at the tall human that fell behind to do that. Teddy's hand might just get cold if he keeps it on her shoulder for too long due to her state, but she doesn't seem to notice and she tries to catch up to the group.) * (Ooh, bats!)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:17 PM
Chara kept off to the side of the group as they looked up at the bats, humming softly to themself.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:17 PM
[ * Frisk's going ahead to be daring and head closer to the bats, they're spreading their wings to attempt a closer look at them. ]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:18 PM
*{A few bats spread their wings right back at Frisk in a little greeting.]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:19 PM
[ * Gasp!! They're becoming giddier, the welcoming sight just makes them grin.] * Oh my goodness...!
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:19 PM
* Oh look, one beast communes with another.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:19 PM
Anna just giggles at Frisk reaction. She's such a cute child
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:20 PM
Grumpy snickers.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:20 PM
[Parot]: Well, thats a little harsh?" Parot says to Dominion about their comment.
Kather (@smolgoatsis) - Today at 3:20 PM
She tried no to laugh at the Dominion's comments."Oh no... I've go to go." ((Mun is busy. Seeya~))
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:21 PM
*True, that was a bit mean to the bats.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:22 PM
[ * Immediately, Frisk turns to the dominion and fluffs their feathers up; an attempt at intimidation. ] * Hey, rude!
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:23 PM
"Oh no, a menacing parakeet." Grumpy chuckled to themselves.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:23 PM
Anna and Parot roll their eye at Grumpy's dumb bird joke
Teddy - Today at 3:24 PM
[Teddy, you rude shit, how are you trying to comfort one child and then laugh at another's teasing? There's a german word for that, but your nerd ass can't pronounce it.]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:25 PM
* I can prove t'ya how menacin' I can be! [ Not like this, child. ]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:27 PM
* (Winter gives a slightly concerned look at Teddy; she's definitely getting mixed signals from him right now. Her face is still a bit red, and she's still shivering, but her emotions are mixed. Good job.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:27 PM
"Absolutely terrifying. I'm shaking in my snowboots."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:28 PM
*[ The Dominion smirks at the display, flaring out their own wings between flaps. They're kind of big...] * Relax child. It was merely in jest, I assure you. The creatures appear to enjoy your presence, I consider this a good sign. It means you are not a complete brat as I initially assumed. *Only mostly one.
Teddy - Today at 3:29 PM
[He lifts his googles and flashes an impish smile. How can a guy with a goofy grin like that be intimidating? He means well.]
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:29 PM
[Parot]: Shall we continue please? Parot was still angry about the comments Frisk got
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:30 PM
Grumpy glances over to Teddy. "Oh, you look slightly less of a huge dork without those on. I'm surprised." Grumpy pls
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:31 PM
* (Winter sighs at the impish smile, and she grabs her scarf by the edge to pull it down. She could breathe better without the thing on, but she was more used to it loosely hanging around her neck. Winter can only hope she won't get teased for any more of her qualities.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:32 PM
* Hmph! [ Tucking theirs inside, they're following the semi-secret bird code that the largest wings are the ones to be respected. They snorted, crossing their arms and making their way back to the group. ] `m glad I'm not full brat, then. Maybe, I could visit them another time n' chat it up. * If I could speak bat.
Teddy - Today at 3:32 PM
[He'll pointedly ignore that comment, only to point directly at the foxchild, gesturing to Winter.] Teddy: * Look, the scary dog person was right, one of the wildlife started to follow us and developed speech! This place is magical.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:33 PM
* (Winter shushes when Teddy gestures at her, and she looks over at the foxchild. She only tilts her head, but she doesn't say anything. That was kind of rude . . . )
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:34 PM
With a snort, Grumpy bared their teeth and raised their paws to jokingly look menacing. "All the easier to catch a meal."
Teddy - Today at 3:37 PM
[While the fox's bare teeth does making him uneasy, he tries his best to not let it show. Teddy: * You couldn't catch a cold. [Diverting his attention back to Winter, he points again, in a different direction to a few deer huddled together.] Teddy: * Look at that bevy of deer! They might be a family.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:37 PM
*[ Why must these guests be insufferably cute? With a loud harrumph the Dominion floats along.] * As you wish my avian guests. And there will be no meal catching here, please! Animal and guest are under my protection until the tour concludes! You are all distasteful anyways, I really would not recommend it.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:39 PM
* (Winter gulps again at the teeth, shivering. A bit of frost started to form on her hand, but she shook it before any more can form. She turns her head towards the deer and she manages a smile, making a quiet comment while slowly trudging forward.) * T-they're c-cute . . .
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:39 PM
Grumpy smirked, shoving their paws back in their pockets. "They all look a bit scrawny anyways."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:39 PM
* I h-hope t-they are having a n-nice d-day today!
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:40 PM
*... they do not get many visitors here. I am sure your presence has brightened their day considerably. * This tour is as much for them as it is for all of you.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:42 PM
* (Winter's cheeks are not red anymore, but she gives a small bit of a smile. She liked the peaceful creatures.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:43 PM
* Not that we're disturbin' it, it's relievin' t'know that we're not. [ Frisk's recovering from the taunts, they're a tough bird. ]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:45 PM
* Wolves are next. A family has made their den in a fissure just up ahead. I am sure they would appreciate some pets as well.
Teddy - Today at 3:46 PM
[Well that's a relief! Teddy is used to wilderness and wildlife but probably seen too many movies where things go awry should to mess with it. ]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:46 PM
Grumpy's ears perked up at the mention of wolves. They might actually pet these ones if they let them.
Teddy - Today at 3:47 PM
[Aaaand wolves is where Teddy stops. Wolves are just larger, more aggressive dogs.]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:47 PM
* ... Wolves? I could put my pettin' skills t'use!
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:48 PM
* (Winter begins to lighten up once more, and she attempts to trudge in the snow faster and attempt not to trip. Even though she only has 3 days of experience with wearing boots for once, she looks around at the trees. She's used to the snow-and-trees setting, but the animals and other varieties of plants are new. The Snowdin Forest was pretty, but she got used to it easily.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:50 PM
The fox monster glanced back at Teddy to raise an eyebrow and smirk. "You scared the big bad wolves are gonna eat you~?"
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:51 PM
Wolves would interesting to see, especially passive ones
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:51 PM
* (Winter looks at the fox monster and she feigns a small scowl. Now that's just rude.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:51 PM
* Hmph, please. The wolves prefer smaller prey. Like foxes. Or little children wandering around without their parents.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:52 PM
Grumpy paused at that, but they were 6 foot tall so... nothing to worry about there.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:52 PM
Anna and Parot chuckle at the joke
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:52 PM
* . . .* (Owch.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 3:53 PM
* I can fight `em off with the power of friendship, then they won't eat me.
Teddy - Today at 3:53 PM
[That's hardly convincing him! Still, his teeth chatter in fright.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:55 PM
* (She shakes her head and places her hands above her elbows, burying her face into her scarf a bit more.)
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:56 PM
Parot and Anna fall a little back as they start holding hand ((Mun is sleepy he gonna go for a bit))
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 3:56 PM
*[The angel waves the group forward, just a short jaunt past a few mounds of snow... a few have a cherubs tail sticking out... and they arrive at the fizzure. The Dominion holds up a hand signalling a halt, and raise a finger to their snout.] * They might be sleeping. A litter of pups was born a few months ago. Just going to knock and see if they are awake and wish to visit.
Parot/Anna [ask-the-birb] - Today at 3:57 PM
They were just going to follow the group and watch
Teddy - Today at 3:58 PM
Teddy: * Whatnoit'dbebetteriftheywereasleep. [Hey, it's not like he ever said he was a bravery soul.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 3:58 PM
* (Winter slowly inches forward, doubting her reasoning for coming here in the first place. She was not in for this, and she feels a range of complicated emotions. The child then turns her head towards Teddy before tilting it and idling in that spot.) * ?
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 3:59 PM
Grumpy eyed a few of the mounds, poking a couple of the tails as they followed the angel. They rolled their eyes at Teddy. "They're not going to eat you. As funny as that would be." That second part was mumbled. Be nice, Chara.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 4:01 PM
[ * Frisk turned their head around, walking without looking in front of them. They couldn't speak any real words of encouragement other than; ] * Yeah, they're haaarmless! I bet they are! I dunno.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:02 PM
* A-are you a-alright?
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:03 PM
* [The Dominion raps a paw against the stone just inside the fizzure, a soft poff poff poff echoing into its depths...] *[ A few seconds later a trio of playful grey wolf pups come rambling out, followed by their groggy parents. The angel glances at Teddy then the wolves and, in as deadpan a manner as possible, addresses the creatures.] * Please do not devour anyone today.(edited)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:04 PM
They snorted at the dominion's request to the wolves before crouching down closer to the wolf pups' level. They were so cuuute~
Teddy - Today at 4:05 PM
Teddy: * O-of course they aren't! That would be physically impossible. [So much for keeping it under control, Teddy. Now he's stuttering and probably seeming 20% less cool. Still, he pushes onward, one shaky foot after another, opting to stay with the group than leave by himself.  Doesn't he know wolves and foxes eat /big chickens like himself/  ]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:06 PM
Grumpy's tail may or may not be wagging without their permission.
Teddy - Today at 4:07 PM
[Oh jesus how terrifying. They are small and energetic.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:07 PM
* (Winter moves a bit closer to Teddy, having a worried look come onto her face. She gives a concerned glance at him, forgetting about her own few self-centered concerns.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:08 PM
* Floofheaded child, they're about as ferocious and dangerous as you are, so show the bespectacled one what bravery is and pet a pup.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 4:10 PM
[ * Frisk's going ahead to step ahead towards the wolf puppers, they're sitting down to hopefully attract one. ]* Mhm, he'll really need it!
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:10 PM
Grumpy found themselves making quiet but pleased yips as they pet the pups. They were so cute and rambunctious~
Teddy - Today at 4:11 PM
[Teddy would frown loudly at that remark if he could! He's plenty brave, he's still here, right? Though, he's a respectable distance away from the pups and his heart is palpitating, he's here! His eyes go wide at Winter, concerned if she'd actually go up to one to prove the angel's point.]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:12 PM
* [Didn't need much attraction really, one pup scurries right up to the bird Frisk and pounces on them like the fierce hunter they are! Granted a hunter would be gnawing on the bird and not yipping excitedly like it is now.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:14 PM
* (Winter didn't realize she was called on, but she hesitantly nods and makes her way over to one of the pups slowly. She did not want to irritate them, or make them angry, or . . . be too cold, in all honesty. She inches closer and closer, crouching down . . . and places her hand gently on top of one of the pup's heads. Her hand was cold, but she gave some gentle scritches.) * (She seemed nervous.)
Teddy - Today at 4:16 PM
[Let's reiterate: Ah jesus christ how terrifying. To pet such a ferorcious beast...]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:17 PM
"Get over here you big coward, these pups could barely bite your hand off." Grumpy stuck their tongue out at Teddy.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:17 PM
* (To be honest, she was way more used to cats.)
Toriel/Undyne (loving-goat-975) - Today at 4:17 PM
U: You're doing good, kid!
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 4:18 PM
* Whoa! [ * The mighty canine has caught their feathered prey, Frisk lifted their arms up in defense and giggle-chirped. They're reaching a hand out to pet the pup on the head, purring. ] * Calm down there, lil' buddy.
Teddy - Today at 4:19 PM
Teddy: * I'm not a coward, but I'd rather not risk it. [He hesitates to even step a bit closer to the pile of pups, trying to convince himself it's to keep an eye on Winter, who was /so obviously and clearly/ in """"danger""".]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:21 PM
* (Winter is getting a bit colder, more nervous, and worried about the pup she's trying to pet.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:21 PM
*[The Dominion gracefully lands on the snow and kneels by Winter, scratching the pup back as well.] * A certain Staff member likes to call this one 'Ajokoira'... I think he was being ironic.  Less aggressive than the other two. See? There is no need to fear.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:23 PM
Grumpy kept getting this odd urge to bark and hop around. Stupid fox monster body... They kept themselves under control and just pet the pups, though. "Can we pick them up?" They asked the Dominion.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:23 PM
* Yes, you may. But do not stray too far from their parents please.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:24 PM
* (Winter tenses when the Dominion lands by her, and her scritching halts for a few moments. It's a bit overwhelming, but she did not know why she was acting like this. She nods, making little noise; she is trying her hardest not to agitate the pup.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:25 PM
Grumpy nodded before carefully picking up one of the pups. They pet and nuzzled them before smirking and scooting closer to Teddy. "Look at this little bundle of fur. You can see the murder in it's eyes."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:26 PM
*[ The Dominion eyes the girl, then suddenly picks up the pup themselves... and holds it out to Winter.] * He's as docile as a 'kitten', perfect fit for you. Why don't you carry this one for a time, maybe get your companion accustomed to its presence.(edited)
Teddy - Today at 4:27 PM
Teddy: * !!
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:29 PM
* (Winter gulps again, looking at the pup with worried eyes. She looks at it for a few moments before slowly obtaining the pup. She gently wraps a hand around it's chest before gently wrapping her arm on it's side to try making sure the pup was secure . . . alright. She was chilly, but at least she was wearing winter clothes.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:31 PM
*[Was that a smile on their face? No, impossible, not on this grump. All the same, the dominion pats the childs head before going airborne again] * I will let his parents know that their 'hunter' here will be spending time with a friend.
Teddy - Today at 4:31 PM
[Look at it, with its big ol' eyes, and tiny paws clamoring to him, eager to play. And tiny little yips of excitement. Teddy is determined not to be such a punk, but he still leans away from it, eyeing it dubiously.][He stares Grumpy in the eyes defiantly, but bringing a shaky hand over to pet the devil dog without getting nibbled chomped on. He makes contact and the little puppy leans into his hand. Immediately, he flinches.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:34 PM
* (Winter tenses at the pat, but she doesn't move. She's careful not to make any movements that could possibly disturb the animal because she's so neurotic before attempting to give it a gentle scritch behind the ear. Scritch scritch.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:34 PM
Grumpy's smirk turns into a grin as Teddy hesitantly pets the pup. "It likes you~ Careful, it now has a taste for your flesh."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:36 PM
* Shh. * (She's attempting to be as quiet as possible.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:38 PM
*[ The pup in Winter's arm leans into the scritches,  yawns and promptly curls up in her grasp to nap.] * Fierce... What is wrong with you people? One last stop. The bear awaits. Try not to soil yourselves...(edited)
Teddy - Today at 4:40 PM
Teddy: * Haha, very funny. [He tries again, giving the pup the most hesitant of scritchies. It playfully nibbles on his hand. Oh no the fox person was right! What a wretched little creature! How dare it lick his hand all friendly like like it didn't know what it did?!]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:41 PM
* (Winter can't help to gasp at the pup's actions. Her cheeks get a little red, flustered by the pup's acceptance of the child!  She barely hears the Dominion talking because of her concentration on the pup, so she stays still to let it nap. She starts to hum a short, quiet, and slow tune to the pup. Daw.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:42 PM
Grumpy chuckled as the pup nibbled Teddy. Their ears drooped when the dominion said they were moving on. Aww, they wanted to play with the pups some more and tease Teddy with them.
Teddy - Today at 4:42 PM
Teddy: * Oh, great! Now put that lil' drool machine back.
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 4:42 PM
A figure begins to emerge through the distance, one arm held in front of her face to protect herself from the snow, taking deep wading steps in...  leggings?  Who is this madwoman?Oh, it's Chara.  Of course.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 4:43 PM
[ * Frisk paps their puppy and chuckles, they're willing to wrestle the bear. Ready to hug it, they mean. ]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:43 PM
* (Winter is unsure what to do except hum a small tune to the pup and hope it falls asleep so she can let it rest in the snow. Poor child, becoming slightly attached to the pup.)
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 4:43 PM
She waves gently at the approaching group; she seems to have at least insulated her clothing, and her signature sweater's had a hood attached to it.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 4:44 PM
Giving the pup a few more scratches, the fox monster Chara set the pup back down with their parents. "Bye bye~"
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:45 PM
* (She's stuck in her spot, and she's getting nervous about the group. Her notes become a bit more rushed, and her arms start to tremble. Shoooot.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 4:45 PM
[ * They're letting their new puppy friend stay behind, leaving one last pat pet before heading back to the group. They're progressively growing tired, but, it's worth it. ]
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 4:46 PM
Chara seems to have neglected to actually wear snowshoes; she's wading through the snow on pure determination.  "Mind if I join you?~"
Teddy - Today at 4:49 PM
[Atleast bears are way less scary than wolves and dogs. Everyone knows not to cross them. Still, people are... convinced dogs aren't furry little demons. The smaller they are, the more evil they are. Despite them being cute nope, you'll never get Teddy to admit any dog as being cute, he's convinced they are bad news. But less so. It takes time to unlearn these things. The big nerd seemed to get something from that experience, other then puppy slobber all over him.]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:49 PM
* Pup carrier, come along please! *[With a few gentle pets for the adult Wolves, the doberminion hovers off, down a winding trail leading a proper cavern. Deep rumbling can be heard within...]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 4:51 PM
* (Winter turns her head to the Dominion, nodding quickly. She lowers her tone of voice, but it seems more panicked when the group gets farther away from her.) * I-it's . . . f-falling asleep o-on me, t-though! I d-don't w-want to w-wake it up! * (Her arms are shaking a bit more. Don't panic, don't panic.)* (She gulps, hoping the pup is asleep. She gives it a gentle pat before kneeling down quickly to place it on the fresh layer of snow. She then turns to the group and dashes forward, attempting to catch up. She slips by the time she gets close to the group, and she falls right into the snow.)
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 4:57 PM
Chara promptly falls back from behind the group and extends a hand, reaching down to lift her up.  They're in a fairly good position to help, given they've forgotten their snowshoes...
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 4:59 PM
* [The angel eyes the new arrival, and dismisses them with a quiet harrumph. Its safe to assume that it mean 'yes, you may join us on the tour, thank you for coming'. Expressive language these grunts.](edited)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:01 PM
* Just ensure you do not sink into the snow... thank you for assisting the other child. Now I would like to remind you all that the bear is friendly. Try not to act too terrified please? ...She's sensitive.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:02 PM
"No bear wrestling, then?" Pity, they would have liked to see someone try.
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:05 PM
Chara blinks softly, their eyes gleaming, but presumes the staff had their reasons for the brief disturbance she felt.  She focuses on pulling Winter out of the ground, making sure to only offer support and never touch without asking; good policy, in their experience.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:05 PM
* (Winter shivers even more, overwhelmed by the events occuring. She reaches up to grab onto the newcomer's hand, pulling herself up once more. There was an amount of ice on her hands, though . . . and she seems to freeze up when she ascends to a standing state. Bear?????)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:06 PM
Grumpy blinked. Something felt odd for a moment. Oh well. So where was this bear? They were promised a bear.
Teddy - Today at 5:06 PM
[Well, he'll stay cautious, but not scared.]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:07 PM
Grumpy looked back at Teddy. "Don't faint from fright when we see the big ole bear, all right? No one wants to carry your butt back to the lodge."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:08 PM
* (Winter's already in a bad mental state, so this wasn't very good. Nope. She nodded frantically as if to thank the newcomer before scooting towards Teddy. He seemed nicer anyway.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:08 PM
[ * Frisk's rubbing their mittens together, hoping to spot this bear and give her a hug. That'd help, probably. ]
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:09 PM
Chara nods and immediately releases Winter; she's seen them start to freeze over before on anime night, and her friends were able to handle it then.  With any luck, things'll be the same here too.Instead, she falls into pace - with some effort - next to the excessively cute, sweater-clad fox.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:11 PM
Grumpy looked at the other Chara. "I'm sure there were snowshoes still available down there. Hope you can keep up." They smirked.
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:11 PM
"I started from the snowmobile trail.  Long story."
Teddy - Today at 5:11 PM
Teddy: * Bears aren't that scary, they are just big. [And with Winter scooting next to him, he smiles.] Teddy: * Just like me, isn't that right Winter?
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:11 PM
Chara...  blushes a bit.  Their companion really is very cute......notices a flash of red beneath her scarf and promptly makes the connection.Her mouth turns up into an almost Grinch-esque evil grin.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:13 PM
"Big enough to crush you with one swing. But sure, the itty bitty pups who just wanted to play were oh so much scarier~"
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:13 PM
* (Winter freezes up again at the question before nodding rather briefly, still shivering even more and more. Darn, she forgot about the bear part.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:13 PM
Grumpy raised an eyebrow at the other Chara. "You cold? Your face is red."
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:15 PM
Gen was still with the group, just a bit quiet is all.
Teddy - Today at 5:15 PM
Teddy: * Dogs /are/ scary. Most of 'em are small, vicious little things. People know not to mess with bears. And you can't tell their temperment when they are babies. That one you held nearly chomped my fingers off. [No it /did not/, Teddy, you exaggerator.]
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:16 PM
"...No.  I was just thinking about how cute you look!""The gigantic, fluffy ears really suit you.~"
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:17 PM
* . . . I j-just . . . * (Winter becomes quieter, and her voice trails off when she replies to Teddy.) * I d-don't w-wanna hurt 'em o-on accident . . .
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:17 PM
Grumpy laughed. "Suuure it did." What the Chara said startled them, though, their big ears flattening. "Huh?"
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:18 PM
"And your fluffy tail seems so warm, too!  It's a great look for you~""I could just reach out and"Chara takes a merciless lunge inwards and boops the other Chara's snoot!
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:18 PM
* A puppy can't just harm a gentle giant like you, Teddy. I mean, y'couldn't even get me offa you.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:18 PM
"U-uh... thanks-!!!" Their snoot was booped!
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:19 PM
[ Someone seems to have gotten lost...despite wandering out here the first day even.. He's bundled up and looking excited somehow about the new hike.. He finds the group and moves to catch up] * Whew, I hope the hike is still going? * Goodness it's easy to get turned around out here..
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:19 PM
* [The Angel alighted right in front of the cave entrance, but no polite knocking was needed this time. Oh no. A ROAR booms from the cave followed by earth trembling thumps asa massive bear charges forth from the darkness and buries the Dominion under its enormity.] ...(edited)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:19 PM
Grumpy covered their snout with their scarf and gave Chara a weak glare.
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:20 PM
Chara innocently smiles back at them like nothing's wrong.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:20 PM
If they said the roar didn't make them jump a little they would have been lying.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:20 PM
"..!!" The child was clearly startled by the huge roar.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:20 PM
* (Winter freezes in her spot, losing her breath at the sound of the roar. Winter scoots closer to Teddy, having her ice unintentionally spread on her hands a bit more. She's terrified.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:20 PM
*[The Dominon is actually laughing beneath all that fur. A closer look reveals the the creature has them pinned down with one paw while noisily snuffling at their face.](edited)
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:21 PM
* Oh dear.. [ This must be a different bear..... ...or not?]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:21 PM
..The child stared in confusion, it seemed aggressive but now it just seems to be nuzzling the heck out of the dog.
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:21 PM
* ... * They must be friends?
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:21 PM
* Aw sh---!!! Wow, ahaha, that got me there.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:21 PM
"..." Grumpy's startled expression turned to a small smile as it became obvious the bear was just playing, not that it was easy to see under their scarf.
Teddy - Today at 5:21 PM
Teddy: * But I /know/ you, Frisk, you would've done that sooner or lat- GAH! [Jesus, how terrifying 2: electric bugaloo.]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:21 PM
"That really tricked me aheh..I actually thought they were mad."(edited)
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:24 PM
Chara hangs back, starting to become.... very cold.  Though even the snow getting to them doesn't stop them from smirking at the group, and the other Chara in particular.~
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:24 PM
* Quite a believable performance.. I was worried we were about to have to run down the mountain..
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:24 PM
"Sometime soon, you'll have to tell me how you feel about""Pets!~"
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:24 PM
*[ The Angel roughly pushes the bears snout away and pulls themself free. After composing themself, the Dominion makes the introductions.] * ... Yes. We're friends. She is actually everybody's friend. Guests, this is Ursula. Probably the oldest resident in these mountains.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:25 PM
Gen waves a bit at the bear..
Teddy - Today at 5:25 PM
Teddy: * If you jumped any higher, you might've hit the ceiling. [Ahuehue, now it's his turn to taunt.]
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:25 PM
Chara wasn't fooled for a moment.  Like Angelo would stock the resort with hostile monsters.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:25 PM
Grumpy's eyes narrowed at both Chara and Teddy. "I was just startled. It was loud." They grumbled. "And no pets. I'll bite you."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:26 PM
* (Winter nods, still feeling the slightest bit unsafe. She also was feeling rather chilly because her hands were almost completely covered in a thin layer of ice. Good job, Winter.)
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:26 PM
Chara pouts a bit.  "Fiiiine~"
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:26 PM
* Hello Ursula! [ Asgore waves to the bear]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:27 PM
* H . . . h-hi . . .
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:27 PM
The fox monster blinked over at the Asgore who had joined them as well. When did he get here? Must have been during the commotion...
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:28 PM
* `allo, Ursula, hope yer doin' fine tonight. [ Wink wonk. ]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:28 PM
"Hi Ursula!.."
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:29 PM
[ Asgore comes when u least expect it, Goat dad arrives on the wind like ghost] * It's amazing who all lives out here..
Teddy - Today at 5:29 PM
Teddy: * I'll protect you from the big bad bear, don't you worry. [He turns his attention to Winter again.] Teddy: * Don't worry, the bear won't hurt nobody. Don't be scared...
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:31 PM
* (Winter gulps again, trying to swallow her nervousness immediately. She's making a bad example, and who knows what the others could be thinking of her? Her whole body is still shaky, but it starts to ease up a bit. She quietly whines.)
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:31 PM
Chara backs off once more, approaching Winter steadily.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:31 PM
*[ BEAT] * I see the mountain king is here. Please refrain from bleating loud enough to wake the dead please. Now! Go on, pet Ursula, the lady could some attention!
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:31 PM
"It's all right.  The bear's almost certainly not dangerous."
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:32 PM
Gen approached the bear a bit nervously, patting the bear on the head gently.
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:32 PM
"This world is under Angelo's control, and he's one of the most responsible beings I've ever seen on any plane.  I'm certain he wouldn't bring anything here if he thought it posed a threat to the guests."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:32 PM
* Only thing dangerous about her is her breath. * [A casual swipe from the bear knocks the angel on their rump.]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:32 PM
"Pfff"
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:33 PM
"It's all right if you aren't interested, though.  It's fine to stay back."
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:33 PM
"It's rude to say that in front of the person."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:33 PM
* (Winter does not understand a few of the words the newcomer is speaking, but she still nods like she understands. In all honesty, she does not really understand, and she's still terrified.)
Teddy - Today at 5:33 PM
[Snoooort. Give them the ol' what for, Ursula.]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:33 PM
[ * Frisk's actually showing less fear and more carelessness, which helps them confront Ursula. They stop on their tracks to sneak a cackle, bearing their fangs happily. ]* Y'deserved that!
Chara [still-me-chara] - Today at 5:34 PM
...Chara hopes she's helping.  Regardless, she proceeds forwards...  and pets softly and politely, smiling up at the bear before retreating once more.~
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:34 PM
Gen was still petting Ursula, if that was fine. They said it was okay kinda so..
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:34 PM
* I think she just demonstrated her opinion on the rudeness of my actions thank you for your input though. * [The grump pup is still smiling.]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:35 PM
Gen soon thought that was enough pats for now..retreating his hand and moving back over to the group. The small shine of the present in his hood gave a slight glare from any slight sunlight that were to touch it..mainly the gold shiny color on the ribbon.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:35 PM
Grumpy snorted at Teddy's early comment. "I doubt you can protect anyone with that skinny ass of yours..."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:36 PM
* (She tries to inch forward despite her fear taking over, taking a deep breath and reaching out her hand to realize it's almost all the way covered in ice. That now hidden hand was now shown right in front of her face, and that was super embarrassing.)
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:36 PM
* Ooooh!!!!
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:37 PM
[ Asgore blushes...so the staff did hear him bleating like a loon last night...w h o o p s] * Ahah ah..I'll try not to..Just..spur of the moment thing I couldn't resist..
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:37 PM
* Floofhead, it is alright. Please do not fear Ursula, she'd rather make friends than scare anyone.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:38 PM
"I'm pretty sure you woke up the whole resort with all that bleating last night." Fox Chara smirked slightly, approaching the bear. She seemed nice.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:38 PM
"That's what that noise was?"
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:38 PM
* (She nods, but she gives a weary look at her hands before looking back at him.) * I d-don't . . . t-think she'd like t-to be p-pet w-with ice o-on my h-hands . . .
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:39 PM
* ...Yes well, it's been ages since I've been on /top/ of a mountain for once.. * Even Kings can do silly things once in a while, like bleat loud enough to wake the dead heheh. [ He takes this moment to give Ursula some pets..]
Teddy - Today at 5:39 PM
Teddy: * I can take more damage than I can dish out. And no one told you to look at my ass. [He sticks out his tongue to add more insult to his rare use of swearing, and willingly goes to approach the bear. Normal circumstances, absolutely not, but here? Sure. This totally makes sense.]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:40 PM
*Yes, the goat and his daughter I believe were having a long distance convesation.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:40 PM
"Lets just say this. Y'all are nerds."Gen snickers.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:40 PM
* Thank goodness I wasn't asleep there, I would've screeched myself. [ Frisk goes ahead to hug Ursula instead of pet, they're in the hugging mood. ]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:40 PM
* Floofhead, just hug her then!
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:40 PM
"Or dorks."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:40 PM
* The Bird child has the right idea.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:41 PM
* (She gulps, shivering a bit. She was even more nervous that the bird was hugging the bear; she has bad memories from that bird, but this was not the time! Why was she so panicked?)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:41 PM
Grumpy blinked before smirking despite the kind of embarrassing accusation. "I can't stare at something that's nonexistent."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:41 PM
*[ Ursula is rumbling rather appreciably at all the attention, even leaning her head into Frisk's embrace.]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:41 PM
Gen glanced over at the nearby panicked looking person.. "Ya alright?"
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:42 PM
Carefully, the fox reached out to lightly pet the bear.
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:42 PM
* We were actually..though I didn't think it'd carry that far.. If I do it again I'll be sure to use my indoor bleating voice. [ Which was probably still loud considering bleats but ok, he had sated his need to be goaty for the vacation at least]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:42 PM
* I-I'm sorry . . .
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:43 PM
"...?"
Teddy - Today at 5:43 PM
[Teddy whips his head around.] Teddy: * You were one of the ones barking and bleating? [He doesn't mean to sound so bold and accusatory to the King, but it certainly does anyway.]
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:44 PM
* [And out flicks her tongue. Enjoy the affection of a bear Frisk, slobber all over your face now.]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:45 PM
[ * Frisk chitters after their pleasant hums, snapping their eyes open immediately with a shocked expression. They surely didn't expect that! ]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:45 PM
"Who else has the lung capacity to bleat that loud?"
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:46 PM
* [The Doberminion sighs. They point at Winter and pat the ground besides them.] * Floofhead, come here a moment?
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:46 PM
"Pfff, feathers ruffled again Frisk? From the slobber."
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:47 PM
* Now, I'm gonna have t'shower. [ Frisk sticks their own tongue out. ] Naaaah.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:47 PM
* (She nods quickly, inching towards the Doberminion. Her headspace was not very good right now, and she was obviously nervous. Was she in trouble? She did not know.)
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:47 PM
"Just hope to yourself the water isn't cold when ya shower.""Or someone doesn't turn the sink on in the middle of it.."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:49 PM
* I was not aware you even knew what a shower was, bird. Certainly seems like you never had one... miss, just sit right beside me please, it is okay.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:49 PM
"Wow.."
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:50 PM
* (She nods, carefully taking a seat beside the Doberminion and she fidgets with her torn scarf.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:50 PM
They snickered at the dominion's quip.
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:50 PM
* Well yes I was one of them...mostly the one who started it. * It was something I did when I was much younger with my family actually.. I know that sounds silly. [ He doesn't seem to mind Teddy's question, he probably knows its weird to randomly hear someone bleating their head off at night in this age]
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 5:50 PM
* Well! I mean, you're kinda right, sorta not--- ANYWAYS, I do!
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:51 PM
* (Or at least she tries to. The ice on her hands is starting to melt just a bit, but she attempts to get rid of the ice by attempting to clench her hands; it was a rather thin layer anyway.)
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 5:51 PM
"Pff, Frisk you're a fluffy feathered dork." Gen giggled a bit. "This whole experience was pretty neat though."
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 5:53 PM
* [The angel huffs, just kind of sort of looking away... but they're holding an arm out towards Winter, inviting her to come closer.] * [The bear on the other hand has rambled up to Asgore, snuffling the boss mosters beard.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 5:54 PM
* (Winter notices the arm and hesitates for a moment, but she does come closer.)
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 5:56 PM
Grumpy stepped back to watch people pet the bear...
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 5:56 PM
[ Asgore is being snuffled by a bear...this is a first. He gives them more of a good petting since they're this close wow] * Ah...Hello Ursula..I take it you like my beard?
Teddy - Today at 5:57 PM
Teddy: * Oh, well, I guess that puts me at ease knowing someone was doing it. It was a bit frightening... [No, Teddy, you're just a weenie, knock it off. He's all petted out, Ursula is a lovely lady.]
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 6:00 PM
* I apologize if I spooked you or anyone else with my antics then. * I suppose I..got a bit carried away? I blame the goat in me. [ He jus love that snow man..it good snow]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 6:01 PM
Chara shifted awkwardly off to the side of the group, wondering if they were moving on soon. They were a bit... socialized out... Maybe they could just walk back down the mountain...
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:03 PM
*[The grump gives her a little one armed hug and talk quietly to Winter.] * Child, why are you afraid of one so friendly? * [Aforementioned friendly bear was currently tugging on Asgore's beard gently. That yould be a yes.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:04 PM
* (Winter enjoys it, but she lets out a shaky breath and tries to not shake as much. She might be a bit cold for the Dominion, but she whispers in a somewhat panicked tone.) * . . . I d-don't w-want to u-upset a-any of the a-animals. I h-haven't s-seen a-any in years, and . . .
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:05 PM
* Tour is concluded, guests. Thank you for participating. You mayy stay to socialize with Ursula, or the other residents, or leave. It is your choice. But please return the shoes to my booth.
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 6:06 PM
"Alright!""What time is it? .." The child lacked a watch..
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 6:07 PM
[ * Frisk's slipping off of Ursula, her fur basically multiplied their warmth. They're going ahead to pat her for a thanks, still internally upset about the saliva all over them. ] * Yer welcome. I should get goin' myself, then, ick.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:08 PM
* ~Child, your presence makes these animals happy. They have not seen anyone in years either. You will not upset them by trying to be their friend.~ *[Ursula gives Frisk gentle swipe of her paw, barely a nudge, to express her gratitude. Her eyes are wide and merry!]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 6:09 PM
"By the way it was nice meeting you, Ursula!" Gen gave the bear a happy smile.(edited)
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:10 PM
* (Winter nods, still shivering quite a bit; it is going down, though. She still seems nervous, but not as much. She speaks quieter, tone becoming less panicked.) * R-really?
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 6:11 PM
* Ahaha! That's the spirit!
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 6:12 PM
[ Asgore doesn't want the bear to nibble his bear...d. He worked hard growing that.. he gives the bear a few more pats before trying to gently pull his beard free] * She's quite the friendly one I would say.. * I should be heading back down myself.
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 6:12 PM
Grumpy decided to take their leave, the couple additions to the hiking party making them feel too awkward to continue to pet Ursula. Without a word they headed back down to drop off their snow shoes at the shack they got them from.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:12 PM
*[The bear opened her maw wide and shook herself, fur flaring about. She rumbles contentedly at the departing guests.] *[ Your magnificent beard is free goatman... for now.]
Teddy - Today at 6:14 PM
[Teddy's done well to not fumble with his snowshoes on. Tripped once or twice, but-- wait, no, /now/ he eats shit, on the way down. Good job, Teddy. Well, hopefully no one saw that, he dusts himself off and treks back down cautiously, sure to take a few pictures while he was at it.]
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 6:16 PM
[ Donut steal the beard.. it is his secret power source o noes. He waves farewell and makes his way back down the mountain, resisting urge to bleat once more..maybe tomorrow before they head home]
Gen (Code-Kindness) - Today at 6:16 PM
Gen makes his way back down too to drop the snow shoes off at the shack he got them from and heading on elsewhere.
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 6:16 PM
[ * They glided back to the base of the mountain at a rapid pace, Frisk couldn't carry themselves using their legs tonight since it's getting late and a long nap will be needed. ]
Chara|Fallen-Determination - Today at 6:16 PM
They sat down by the shack, taking their snowshoes off while deep in thought. It was a nice little outing. Now they just had to figure out what to do for the rest of the day...
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:18 PM
* [As if Winter's chill would bother a Dominion! Poised and refined, with the best fur!] * ~Yes child. Really. All guest are a welcome addition to these mountains. You bring life where there was so little. So please, fear not. Be happy. Be vibrant.~
Asgore (King-Asgore) - Today at 6:19 PM
[ As he sets his snowshoes back in place he muses about maybe trying this...sauna he's heard about?]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:20 PM
* (She sighs, nodding again. She mumbles, voice becoming a bit cheerier.) * T-thank you.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:21 PM
*~You are welcome child. And tell your father to take better care of you, I am not a babysitter. Now if you'll visit Ursula for a moment, I can grab something in the cave for you~
Frisk [ prancing-pacifist ] - Today at 6:21 PM
[ * Frisk goes ahead to put their equipment back after taking them off, going ahead to stretch their legs. No more shoes for another day, they're rubbing their eyes and heading to the #ski_lodge-lounge for a little hang out. ](edited)
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:24 PM
* (Winter thinks for a moment, pausing for just a moment. She then stands up and nods, heading over to Ursula rather slowly. The ice on her hands have melted a bit, but they're still bitter cold. She looks up at the bear, tilting her head for just a moment.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:25 PM
*[Ursula is sitting on her haunches, and paws at the air in a mimicry of a wave at Winters approach.] *[The Dominion takes the opportunity to stroll into the cave.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:26 PM
* (Winter gives a wave to the bear as well before pulling down her rather poofy jacket.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:27 PM
*[She takes a few lumbering cautious steps towards the kid but stops a few feet short, head tilted as though asking for permission to come closer.] * [A light scraping is heard in the cave.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:29 PM
* (Winter hesitates for a moment, continuing to be idle in her position before letting her arm fall to her side. She gives a measly nod before shuffling on her feet.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:32 PM
*[The big ol' bear promptly sidles up the girl and startes snuffling around her jacket, particularly the pockets. Detecting something sweet, it plops down and givesWinter a level stare. It is rude not to share when you have so much, kid.] * [The Angel emerges from the cave, examining a pair of objects in their hand.]
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:36 PM
* (Winter freezes up in her spot from the snuffling and she lets the bear inspect her. She starts to get colder for that one moment before watching the bear's stare. She recognizes what Ursula wants and her cheek areas darken, searching for the candy in her pockets and pulling a couple out, laying them on her hand.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:41 PM
*[Poor kid might've just got bear slobber all over her hand, as Ursula slurped the treats right up!] *[And yes, that is the angel laughing. They saw the whole thing.] * Hoohoohoohoo! See, fast friends already! Come here child, I have something for you.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:42 PM
* (Winter got a chill up her spine from the slobber, but she's perfectly fine with it. She has some empathy, which is required for her own darn Virtue. Winter's cheeks get a little darker momentarily because of the Dominion's laughing, but she comes closer to them due to the request.)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:45 PM
*[They hold out their paw, in which rests a pair of dull white bear teeth.] * The lady lost these a few years ago. I thought they would make an adequate souvenir. One for you, and another for the layabout.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:47 PM
* (Winter blinks at the teeth, and she gasps; that was a somewhat unnerving but nice gift! She nods, flashing somewhat of a thankful and giddy smile.) * T-thank y-you very much!
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:51 PM
* You are very welcome child. I am sure you or your father can find something to do with them I do not think Ursula will be needing them anymore... Thank you for giving her a chance, floofhead.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:53 PM
* (Winter nods, but something comes across her mind in the heat of the moment! She quickly places one hand into her pocket and pulls out a few pieces of . . . vanilla candy? She hands them to the Dominion.) * I t-think U-Ursula liked these.
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 6:57 PM
* [They stare at the candy, an honest smile playing across their face. They gather up the candy and pat her (floofy) head.] * I shall slip her one every so often, to remind Ursula of your visit. Now unless you want to stay with me and clean those snowshoes, you best run along. Else I might conscript you.
Winter [ coldsoulgoodsoul ] - Today at 6:59 PM
* (Winter nods, stifling a giggle for that brief moment. Now that she's completely calm, the pat doesn't bug her as much. She starts to walk backwards when they mention the cleaning of the snowshoes before treading off, giving a wave to the grump.) * T-thank you f-for t-the tour too! * (There, she heads off rather quickly and makes her way over to the #ski_lodge-lounge .)
Mountain Resort Staff - Today at 7:00 PM
* ...cute ki~ *[And they're immediately buried under a mound of pouncing bear again!]
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An Ancient War
Year -10,000
Between the bushes, the young huntress remained silent. Melded into the foliage, she spied the demon party trudging through the depths of the forest. Tiny devilish imps hopped at the forefront, followed by hulking doomguards and crimson horned beasts with cloven hooves. She gave a nasty glare as they passed. First sightings of this dark plague of demonic beings had been reported just days ago while she had taken leave on the hunt and she had braced herself for the shock for what she was able to witness. She could never have had the time to prepare herself for the horror of the depraved parade their armies were made of. All of her fellow hunters had been slain on their journey back to Suramar and only her swift agility had kept her from becoming the next victim. Her saber companion Rigel quietly stood beside his mistress, eyeing up the invaders with as much disgust as she did. He too had the speed to outrun the onslaught, alas her owl Nevaeh did not escape her own unfortunate fate. A bat-like creature had swooped in on her exit path and sunk it’s terrible fangs into the poor bird’s body, smashing her fragile frame and ending her life.
There was no time to mourn. She had to reach Suramar, and quickly. As she tried to gauge her distance from them to calculate the exact moment she could stealth past undetected, she noticed a hovering elf to the very right. She too was Shadowmelded but the huntress was able to see her. A priestess just a few years her senior hung behind the corner of the building also waiting for her chance to scurry to safety. Snowy white braids from her hair had become loose in some sort of struggle and a large slash cut through the front of her ivory robes, the silk smeared with a bloody stain. She hesitated on one foot, the other obviously too injured to carry her weight. As she waited, she shifted her body ever so slightly and crack. A branch snapped under her and her face winced as she knew now her position had been given away. 
The imps at the front went into a frenzy: bouncing forward and shrieking to alert their masters. Without a second thought, the huntress leapt out of the shadows towards the priestess. The priestess let out a gasp of surprise at the sudden aid, but quickly realised that it was just a single elf and her mount. No others. The huntress loaded her bow, swiftly launching arrow after arrow into the advancing imps, each one crumbling to the ground after a single hit. But that was only the beginning of the attack. Two gigantic doomguards and four goat-like demons were coming to them fast. The priestess rested a hand on the huntress’ shoulder.
“It is up to Elune now,” she whispered, “your bravery will ensure that you will remain by her side for all eternity. She will recognise your sacrifice.” The huntress paused. ‘It is up to Elune’... 
She fell to her knees in another moment of impulse, eyes squeezed shut and mind focused. “Elune,” she thought pointedly, “shield us from this attack. Save your us, your children, to fight for another day in your name.” Her eyes remained unopened as she clenched her fists and prayed harder than she had ever prayed before. Of course, she revered Elune every morning and every evening without fail. She attended blessings by the Sisters often. But in this moment, she believed even more than she had before and her faith was unshakeable as she threw herself before the demonic strike and before her goddess’ mercy. Her heart raced as she heard them approach closer and closer, Rigel gave a roar and then - thump. Thump. Thump. The ground shook a little with each blow she felt. Uneasily, she opened her eyes to find herself, Rigel and the injured priestess sealed in an aura of bright white moonlight. It had hit the incursion with such a force they’d been flung off their feet, landing right at the other end of the road. The smaller demons with much more fragile frames appeared to have broken their bones and crushed themselves upon the ground at the distance, slightly singed from the burning moonlight. The two larger hauled themselves up and took quicker strides towards the pair and took to trying to punch the barrier down. At first, the huntress flinched at each hit, worried that her newfound ability would not be strong enough to hold them from the strength of their massive fists. But each thrash caused them to growl in pain as they too were burned from the aura that refused to crack under every smack. They were safe. They’d been looking for safety and they had found it.
A crowd of hippogryphs dropped in from behind the two pummelling the barrier. A group of priestesses emerged off their backs and began channelling moonbeams at them, each one hitting directly at their backs with a great force. They turned their attention to the party too late as the intensity and frequency of the attacks led one to collapse onto the ground dead, the other following shortly after. The shield dissipated.
“Aceso,” one priestess called to the one behind the huntress, “you are alive! We have been searching for you.” Aceso blinked, a mix of disbelief and amazement flooding her expression. Two of the Sisters hurried over and took Aceso arm in arm so she could walk properly. “Huntress, come. We will take you both to a sanctuary for healing.” Before they made their way to the mounts, she turned to the huntress.
“Who do I call the one who saved me, falore?” The huntress shook her head.
“I am Kalnor, huntress of Suramar.” 
“You were able to work through Elune to rescue us both without training.” She pondered for a moment. “What of your other hunters?” Kalnor’s heart sank.
“They are dead. We were ambushed many times before I managed to reach the city gates.” Aceso’s eyes glanced over the area the barrier of moonlight once was, back at Kalnor and towards her Sisters.
“We shall mourn them soon enough. However, your faith and connection is strong.” She gestured towards the priestesses. “I believe Elune has just revealed to you another path.”
Year -9400
The priestess gazed out over the verdant green hills that rolled down Hyjal. It was a dazzling sunny day with a clear sky stretching out far beyond the forest ad she was content. The mesh curtains along her chamber’s balcony swayed in a delicate breeze, a nearby wind chime softly chinking in its sway. It clanked harder as her door swung open to reveal Aceso. 600 centuries on and in that time they’d both aged from young teenagers to much older women. The blessings of Elune kept the night elves from ageing past their prime yet Aceso had always held a sense of old wisdom within the twinkle of her eyes, poise well beyond her years in her stance and dedication to Elune that rivalled her older peers. She often would seek Kalnor within her chambers when the younger had slept in past morning prayer. The driving force of practical duty in harmony with her own natural talents made the pair a balance of ideals.
“Falore, it is good to see you. There are no prayers today.” Aceso smirked a little as she walked in to seat herself upon the small couch in the corner. 
“I am not here to retrieve you, little Kal. There has been news from the High Priestess.” Kalnor’s eyes widened. Tyrande Whisperwind herself. She hurried over to sit beside her friend.
“Shan’do? Is she well?” Aceso chuckled and rested an arm along Kalnor’s shoulders.
“She is in perfect health. She has called for her priestesses to choose their best.” Kalnor’s brow furled in confusion. “A new order is being established as we speak: she calls them the Sentinels. They will be under the command of Shandris Feathermoon when our High Priestess cannot be present.” Kalnor knew Shandris, knew her very well. They were the same age and were born in the same village and both had been trained in archery. They’d both lost their parents in the war that had brought her to Aceso. It often left a bittersweet feeling deep in Kalnor’s stomach: the warm embrace of remembering encountering her dear friend, the guilty sorrow of losing her loved ones. Shandris too had faced a fate of living on after tragedy, becoming a prominent treasure of the kaldorei because of it.
“A fine choice, she is a worthy elf.” Aceso’s smile turned into a knowing one, baiting Kalnor into enquiring more and she took to the hook. “What is it?”
“These will be warriors: protectors of the kaldorei. They must be skilled in combat and have faith so strong that nothing could break it. I know of such a night elf whose abilities in both saved both our lives.” As the realisation that Aceso would be recommending her dawned, Kanlor’s mouth parted in an expression of awed shock. Aceso grinned. “It is time to dust off your bow, old friend.”
Year -975
As she began to wake, Kalnor coughed, specks of sand spluttering from her sore throat as she did so. The war in Silithus had been a tough one even for the Sentinel forces. She lay upon a stretcher within a hidden cave on the outskirts of the area, the small cavern filled with lines of injured warriors with varying degrees of severity to their wounds. As her eyes adjusted to the dark, she glanced down to see her torso had been bound in tight linen bandages soaked in healing lotions. She curved her body to crack a stiff spine only to have a sharp pain flash over her abdomen. She cursed bluntly. A male druid was tending to the patient to her right, pouring a warm broth into her mouth carefully and once she had finished, her turned to Kalnor. He was a handsome elf, she thought, long, deep green hair tied in a tidy bun and a slick beard lined his jaw. He lightly touched her linen with a large hand, allowing her to properly follow it up to his muscled arms attached to a chiselled shirtless torso. At least my carer is attractive thus making my recovery entertaining, she mused.
“Be still, falore,” he softly warned, “you’re still in a delicate state. I will do all I can to speed your mending.” 
“Thank you for your aid, druid,” she gratefully replied. He reached to a water skin, helping her sip cooling water to sate the thirst and soothe the scratching sensation. 
“It is an honour to be of help to a Sentinel,” she reached a hand to lift her chin, allowing her to drink easier. Once she had finished, her turned back to her stomach. “I wrapped the wound a few hours ago, it will be ready to be changed before supper.” 
“I assume you will be feeding me later also”, she gave him a smug smirk, eyeing his body subtly as she did so. A purpleish blush flushed the druid’s face. 
“If you feel you are unable to, I would gladly assist you.” He placed a hand over her forehead, “I feel no temperature so I believe you haven’t developed an infection. This is good.” Kalnor decided to relieve his mild awkwardness.
“What may I call my nurse?” She teased. He let out a laugh.
“I am Tavanar Owlcaller. What may I call my patient?” 
“Kalnor Starblade.” 
“Starry sky. A beautiful name.” Kalnor gushed a little inside. Tavanar gave a pleasant smile.
“Rest now, starry sky. Your glaive awaits your grip.”
*Falore - “Sister”.
*Shan’do -” Honoured teacher”, a title.
Continues with An’da and Min’da. 
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Why Early Cartography Doesn’t Work Well for Fantasy Maps
I got message in my inbox the other daaaaay…
“I’d love to see something from the Late Medieval or even Crusades period. Does the dearth of material from those eras prevent or make such a project more difficult? Are you simply uninterested?”
It’s a great question and one I’ve received several times in the last few years. The answer is longer and more complicated than it should be. We’re dealing with history and history is always messier than we’d like. Plus, I think it’s interesting enough that everyone will appreciate why I seem to ignore the Middle Ages’ maps in favor of later sources.
Also I blame Tolkien. (Nerd alarms sound!)
Strap in, cowpokes—I’m going history nerd on y’all.
Technology, Cartography, and Fan Expectations
We need to begin with technology. The proliferation of maps didn’t commence until after the printing press became ubiquitous. That’s why we have such an explosion of content after the 15th century. Before then, maps were all hand-made. Reproduction was difficult. You don’t find as many maps from those early eras, and often the maps you do find are reproductions done in a later style. That’s not to say they don’t exist, they’re just much different than the maps that came later, and they don’t correlate with what we think of as a map.
Then there’s the fan experience and the modern fan’s expectation. Fantasy maps serve a story, after all, and most fans want certain things from the map. Locations, distance, landforms, perhaps even enough to understand the climate. But the era of your typical fantasy novel is often set much earlier than the era of the printing press. (Yeah. Sure. It’s fantasy. And yeah, sure, you can fudge it.) But this is where it gets complicated.
In many ways, Tolkien is the one who set the expectation for fantasy fans. His famous map of Middle Earth, the one we all know and love, is more akin to cartography from the 16th, 17th, or 18th century than one from the Middle Ages. While it’s easy to point fingers, the reality is there is a good reason for his decision.
The art from the Middle Ages was weird.
Have you ever spent time looking at Western art from the Middle Ages at a museum? Notice how it’s always a little goofy? A bit off? Strange angles. Weird faces. There’s a flatness to everything. Eyes are looking in different directions. The artist had no idea what a cat looked like. The baby Jesus on Mary’s lap looks like a 34-year-old man. Camels look like horses and horses like goats. Trees are rendered oddly, and buildings are even odder. Art at this time was in its infancy and it’s like that with the cartography as well.
Let’s look at a few examples to see what I mean.
10th Century – Ende’s Map of the World – 975 A.D.
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Map of the World – Ende – 975 A.D.
Most Western cartographers from the Middle Ages were monks, or in Ende’s case, a nun. The maps they made were often crafted alongside, or as a part of, “illumination” for religious manuscripts. Religious zeal tended to dominate many of those early Western works, making them almost useless as maps.
This “map of the world” is an excellent example of that fervor. It’s sparse, with more effort spent on the Garden of Eden cartouche than detailing the geography. It’s far different from the detailed maps we expect from our modern fantasy novels. Yet, the era it was created, the late 10th-century, is more often than not closer in era to our crafted fantasy worlds.
12th Century – Al-Idrisi’s Tabula Rogeriana – 1154 A.D.
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Tabula Rogeriana (lit. “The Map of Roger” in Latin) – Muhammad al-Idrisi – 1154 A.D.
During the 10th century, most of the progression in the science of geography and cartography was coming from the Middle East. Most of our modern understanding of mathematics and science is rooted in discoveries from the early Muslim world. Cartography is no different.
Muhammad al-Idrisi’s Tabula Rogeriana is one of my favorite pieces from those times and is largely considered the height of early Muslim cartography. While this work is rendered upside down, with North being at the bottom (not uncommon for Middle Ages work), the map itself is incredibly accurate—while scale is still being sussed out, it’s easy to spot recognizable landforms.
It’s also stunning.
Colorful mountain ranges dance across beige landforms, green lakes and seas drain into rivers, which in turn empty into the deep blue swaths of open ocean. It makes for a beautiful piece of history. While you can see the roots for the hill-profile style that would become the norm in later centuries, it’s quite different from maps we find in the opening pages of a novel. Everything here is a bit flashy, more like a painting—whereas, with later maps, engravers began using the symbols we expect. The map itself shifted in later years to become a tool for the commoner, not a piece of art for a fancy king named Roger.
13th Century – Matthew Paris’s Britain – 1259-ish A.D.
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Britain – Matthew Paris – Around 1259 A.D.
The other approach we find in the Middle Ages was more typographical. Take this 13th-century map of the British Isles from the Benedictine Monk Matthew Paris. It’s not bogged down in religious fervor the way Ende’s map was—but it’s also not as detailed as one would expect.
There are only a few signs and symbols, and much of the heavy lifting is done with text. Beyond the coastline, there is very little in the way of landforms. No flora is present. No mountains—well, maybe one mountain. Few rivers. And this is the 13th Century! We’re nearly three hundred years after Ende crafted her map, and still two hundred years before duel-beard wielding Johannes Gutenberg would invent his printing press. And etching—the process that rendered many of the maps that influence fantasy cartography today—wouldn’t show up on the scene until seventy-five years after that.
But you can see the origins of what was to come. You can see symbols begin to creep into the idea of a map. You can see where cartography is going.
I once read an article that compared these early maps to “storytelling” rather than representations of geography. This was undoubtedly the case in Western cartography during the Middle Ages. These maps serve to enforce a narrative. But beyond that narrative, most are unusable. They’re paintings. Piece of art. They’re not tools. We see more cartouches and illustrations than useful signs and representational symbols. This is why I avoid using these as a base. There aren’t enough signs to make a robust set, and the signs and symbols that exist are very limited. This is why early cartography and Middle Ages’ sources won’t make practical brush sets.
The Silver Lining
I don’t think all hope is lost. While it’s theorized to be a bit earlier than the Middle Ages, I think there’s potential for some sort of set to come from the Tabula Peutingeriana, an early map of the Roman Empire.
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A small fraction of the Tabula Peutingeriana Facsimile Edition – Konrad Miller – 1887
I’m not sure how effective it’d be from a landform-perspective, but there are so many variances in the Roman settlements that I could see it working for the right project. The trick will be finding a decent source, it’s been reproduced so many times and every time there are slight variations. Plus, I’ll need to dust off my High-School Latin before I tackle it.
There’s also an opportunity with some of Sebastian Münster’s or Girolamo Ruscelli’s work. It’s early as far as the hill-profile style goes, but it somehow feels older even though both are from the 16th century. The downside is most of the individual maps are fairly light in the number of symbols present, so I’ll need to pull from multiple sources. Unfortunately, neither did an outstanding job maintaining a uniform size with their signs or keeping line strokes consistent. Not impossible to overcome, but it is time-consuming.
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Map of the Levante – Girolamo Ruscelli – 1561
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Map 18 – Northern Europe – Sebastian_Münster – 1545
In Conclusion
There are going to projects that will benefit from the earlier styles of cartography. The maps I shared are stunning and fantastic pieces of history. Creating in-era ephemera can add a level of authenticity to a story, and any of the pieces I shared would be great to replicate for the right project. But for those, I think proper illustration goes a lot further than trying to shoehorn brush sets into cartographic development. In those cases, one would be better off hiring an illustrator.
I design my brushes to help non-designers create period-authentic maps. For the vast majority of fantasy projects, I think mimicking the hill-profile style will satisfy fans. Tolkien chose it for a reason. It’s easy to wrap your head around and still feels properly antiquated even if it doesn’t precisely match era to era. It’s become the defacto fantasy style, and for a fantastical world, and you know what? That’s more than acceptable.
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Staying Pagan During The “Holiday Season”
Winter Solstice has been celebrated in cultures the world over for thousands of years. This start of the solar year is a celebration of Light and the rebirth of the Sun.
The ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia is perhaps the most closely linked with the modern celebration of Christmas. This festival happened around the time of the winter solstice and celebrated the end of the planting season. There were games and feasts and gift-giving for several days, and social order was inverted—slaves did not work and were briefly treated as equals.
Even Antarctica gets its share of solstice celebration, thanks to the researchers staying there over the long, dangerously cold season. While we in the Northern Hemisphere are enjoying the most daylight hours, in the Southern Hemisphere they are celebrating Midwinter. Festivities include special meals, films, and sometimes even handmade gifts.
Although winter is the season of dormancy, darkness and cold, the December Solstice marks the “turning of the Sun” and the days slowly get longer. Celebrations of the lighter days to come and nature’s continuing cycle have been common throughout cultures and history with feasts, festivals and holidays around the December Solstice.
In modern times Christians all over the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day, which falls on December 25.
However, it’s believed that this date was chosen to offset pagan celebrations of Saturnalia and Natalis Invicti. Some believe that celebrating the birth of the “true light of the world” was set in synchronization with the December solstice because from that point onwards, the days began to have more daylight in the Northern Hemisphere.
Yule is also known as Alban Arthan and was one of the “Lesser Sabbats” of the Wiccan year in a time when ancient believers celebrated the rebirth of the Sun God and days with more light. This took place annually around the time of the December solstice and lasted for 12 days. The Lesser Sabbats fall on the solstices and equinoxes.
The Feast of Juul was a pre-Christian festival observed in Scandinavia at the time of the December solstice. Fires were lit to symbolize the heat, light and life-giving properties of the returning sun. A Yule or Juul log was brought in and burned on the hearth in honor of the Scandinavian god Thor.
A piece of the log was kept as both a token of good luck and as kindling for the following year’s log. In England, Germany, France and other European countries, the Yule log was burned until nothing but ash remained. The ashes were then collected and either strewn on the fields as fertilizer every night until Twelfth Night or kept as a charm and or as medicine.
French peasants believed that if the ashes were kept under the bed, they would protect the house against thunder and lightning. The present-day custom of lighting a Yule log at Christmas is believed to have originated in the bonfires associated with the feast of Juul.
Saturnalia in Ancient Rome
In Ancient Rome the Winter Solstice festival Saturnalia began on December 17 and lasted for seven days.
Saturday: Day of Saturn
Saturnalian banquets were held from as far back as around 217 BCE. The festival was held to honor Saturn, the father of the gods and was characterized by the suspension of discipline and reversal of the usual order. Grudges and quarrels were forgotten while businesses, courts and schools were closed. Wars were interrupted or postponed and slaves were served by their masters. Masquerades often occurred during this time.
It was traditional to offer gifts of imitation fruit (a symbol of fertility), dolls (symbolic of the custom of human sacrifice), and candles (reminiscent of the bonfires traditionally associated with pagan solstice celebrations). A mock king was chosen, usually from a group of slaves or criminals, and although he was permitted to behave in an unrestrained manner for seven days of the festival, he was usually killed at the end. The Saturnalia eventually degenerated into a week-long spree of debauchery and crime – giving rise to the modern use of the tern saturnalia, meaning a period of unrestrained license and revelry.
Most of the customs, lore, symbols, and rituals associated with “Christmas” actually are linked to Winter Solstice celebrations of ancient Pagan cultures. While Christian mythology is interwoven with contemporary observances of this holiday time, its Pagan nature is still strong and apparent. Pagans today can readily re-Paganize Christmastime and the secular New Year by giving a Pagan spiritual focus to existing holiday customs and by creating new traditions that draw on ancient ways. Here are some ways to do this:
How To Celebrate As A Pagan
Celebrate Yule with a series of rituals, feasts, and other activities. In most ancient cultures, the celebration lasted more than a day.
Have Winter Solstice Eve and Day be the central focus for your household, and conceptualize other holiday festivities, including New Year’s office parties and Christmas visits with Christian relatives, as part of your Solstice celebration. By adopting this perspective, Pagan parents can help their children develop an understanding of the multicultural and interfaith aspects of this holiday time and view “Christmas” as just another form of Solstice. Have gift exchanges and feasts over the course of several days and nights as was done of old. Party hearty on New Year’s Eve not just to welcome in the new calendar year, but also to welcome the new solar year. Adorn the home with sacred herbs and colors.
Decorate your home in Druidic holiday colors red, green, and white. Place holly, ivy, evergreen boughs, and pine cones around your home, especially in areas where socializing takes place. Hang a sprig of mistletoe above a major threshold and leave it there until next Yule as a charm for good luck throughout the year. Have family/household members join together to make or purchase an evergreen wreath. Include holiday herbs in it and then place it on your front door to symbolize the continuity of life and the wheel of the year. If you choose to have a living or a harvested evergreen tree as part of your holiday decorations, call it a Solstice tree and decorate it with Pagan symbols.
Convey love to family, friends, and associates. At the heart of Saturnalia was the custom of family and friends feasting together and exchanging presents. Continue this custom by visiting, entertaining, giving gifts, and sending greetings by mail and/or phone. Consider those who are and/or have been important in your life and share appreciation. Reclaim Santa Claus as a Pagan Godform.
Santa Claus?
Today’s Santa is a folk figure with multicultural roots. He embodies characteristics of Saturn (Roman agricultural god), Cronos (Greek god, also known as Father Time), the Holly King (Celtic god of the dying year), Father Ice/Grandfather Frost (Russian winter god), Thor (Norse sky god who rides the sky in a chariot drawn by goats), Odin/Wotan (Scandinavian/Teutonic All-Father who rides the sky on an eight-legged horse), Frey (Norse fertility god), and the Tomte (a Norse Land Spirit known for giving gifts to children at this time of year). Santa’s reindeer can be viewed as forms of Herne, the Celtic Horned God. Decorate your home with Santa images that reflect His Pagan heritage. Honor the Goddess as Great Mother. Place Pagan Mother Goddess images around your home. You may also want to include one with a Sun child, such as Isis with Horus. Pagan Goddess forms traditionally linked with this time of year include Tonantzin (Native Mexican corn mother), Holda (Teutonic earth goddess of good fortune), Bona Dea (Roman women’s goddess of abundance and prophecy), Ops (Roman goddess of plenty), Au Set/Isis (Egyptian/multicultural All Goddess whose worship continued in Christian times under the name Mary), Lucina/St. Lucy (Roman/Swedish goddess/saint of light), and Befana (Italian Witch who gives gifts to children at this season).
Honor the new solar year with light. Do a Solstice Eve ritual in which you meditate in darkness and then welcome the birth of the sun by lighting candles and singing chants and Pagan carols. If you have a indoor fireplace or an outdoor fire circle, burn an oak log as a Yule log and save a bit to start next year’s fire.
Decorate the inside and/or outside of your home with electric colored lights. Because of the popularity of five-pointed stars as holiday symbols, this is a good time to display a pentagram of blue or white lights.
Contribute to the manifestation of more wellness on Planet Earth. Donate food and clothing to poor in your area. Volunteer time at a social service agency. Put up bird feeders and keep them filled throughout the winter to supplement the diets of wild birds.
Donate funds and items to non-profit groups, such as Pagan/Wiccan churches and environmental organizations. Meditate on world peace. Work magic for a healthier planet.
Make a pledge to do some form of good works in the new solar year.
Sources:
Selena Fox, Campanelli, Pauline & Dan, Wheel of the Year: Living the Magical Life. St. Paul: LLewellyn, 1989, pages 1-16. Crim, Keith, editor, The Perennial Dictionary of World Religions. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1989, pages 154, 182. Ek, Hildur, Jul Tomtar, Jul Bockar and Sheaves of Grain. Lindsborg, KS: Barbos Printing, 1983. Farrar, Janet & Stewart, Eight Sabbats for Witches. London: Hale, 1981, chapter 11. Funk & Wagnalls, Standard Dictionary of Folklore, Mythology and Legend. New York: Funk & Wagnalls, 1979, pages 229-230, 974-975, Royale, Duncan, History of Santa: from 2000 BC to the 20th Century. Fullerton, CA: M. E. Duncan, 1987. Scullard, H. H., Festivals and Ceremonies of the Roman Republic. Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Press, 1981. pages 205-212.
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