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Caster [CĂș Chulainn]đŸ”„Aef's rockstar tattoo artist ([personal profile] futhark) wrote in [community profile] thefarshore2018-11-16 12:21 am

Heaven's BBS | Video

From: CĂș Chulainn
Date: February 21th


[ The video shakes a bit as Caster figures out how to set the phone in a way to catch the view he wants it to show. The room is dimly lit, and those who were in the training room in Caster's temple might recognize the location. Caster is placing three swords wrapped in cloth on the table.

He's oddly serious for him, not even a hint of a smile showing on the corner of his lips. ]


Hey, it's been a while~ Things been crazy lately, so I wasn't able to keep in touch. [ When he's done, he takes a cigarette from a pouch attached to his belt- it's his usual druid outfit, though he had forgone the cape this time. No need for a hood under the roof. He lits it with a rune written quickly in the air and takes a drag before speaking. ]

Some of you may know me. If you don't, then let me allow to introduce myself. One of the "new" gods in the Far Shore, CĂș Chulainn- [ There it is, a smile, although a crooked one and disappearing quickly. There is a temptation to leave it as it is. Like Iskandar, drop the class-name entirely and be open that his god-name is the same as his true name. But perhaps, not this time- old habits die hard. ] Or just Caster for short.

I've been traveling all across Ireland in the past month. Sometimes alone, sometimes with a company. I also made contact with the local gods- not sure if it's a common knowledge but they are still out there. [ Another drag of the cigarette but he changes his mind and crushes it, letting it disappear in a sudden burst of flame ] None of the gods that are here are present in Tír na nÓg. Not that they're concerned much. What is a decade for a god, maybe they just went away on business or want some space - they said.

[ You know, that makes sense. A decade is a small amount of time if you were active for over 2000 years. It's like someone taking vacations for a month or two for mortals. ]

Caireen- there was a strong woman who carried the mantle of that name here, she left few months ago. However, the "original" Caireen has not yet reappeared in Ireland. What does it mean, I do not know. It might not sound too hopeful for those of you who wish to return home, but remember this- those gods are not concerned about their brethren disappearing for some time, because eventually, they will return.

[ So, everyone returns home? Possibly?? Maybe weird things happening here, with all those mismatched gods happened earlier too. Happened somewhere else. Alas, that cannot be said for sure without reaching to other pantheons. Time for a topic change-- back to the swords ]

I've brought three gains from my travels, and one loss. And if you think it's imbalanced you're right. The loss is large.

[ He starts unwrapping the first sword and then unsheathes it halfway, demonstrating the black and red blade. ]

This is Móralltach, sword forged by Manannán mac Lir, which he later gifted to Aengus Óg, who in turn passed it onto his son. [ Son's name is conveniently left out. There is no saying if Lancer won't return one day, he shouldn't come across his own name on the network ] It is said it left no strike and no blow unfinished

It was given me for safekeeping. I will keep it guarded. [ He sheaths it back and puts away, now proceeding to repeat the motions with the second sword. Much shorter and blade marked with gold instead of red ]

This is Beagalltach, the sister sword of MĂłralltach. It was given me for safekeeping. I will keep it guarded.

[ In some twisted way it fits. Druids are keepers of lore and legends, and weapons like these are that in physical form. Not that he ever asked for any of them, but he is honor bound to keep his promise. The third sword he unsheathes fully, and he gives it a spin, as it fits his hand with studied ease. There is a blink-and-you-miss-it weird flash of light or sort of prism-effect in some moves- but surely it must be some camera playing tricks with reflected light, right? ]

This is CruaidĂ­n Catutchenn, sword that sun-god Lugh has given to his son- it has been returned to me. [ In the end, it is not as iconic in his own legend like the certain red spear is. But he fought with that sword, even died with it in hand. He might not be able to call upon all of its powers, Servant-system, locking this kind of abilities besides the class system. Regardless, he would feel good, even proud about having it back, and he will- it is still there even now just dimmed by other circumstances. ]

Weapons like these, they have their own stories to tell. But the stories they tell are about people and incredible feats of their courage. There is a person I'd like to talk about. Today, tomorrow, soon-

Lancer, a man of great valor and honor- my friend, my shinki, has moved on when we were traveling. He's no longer in this world. [ Caster doesn't stalk his shinki, and he knows that makes him unaware of the full scope of people who might have shared a friendship with Lancer. They too deserve to know, to have some closure. Hence the open posting. His expression softens from the previous, solemn one. ]

I will welcome anyone who is willing to give a drink or two to his name and share their memories. Let the best moments be always remembered! My temple is in the Northeast district, but I also know a few nice places around the Near Shore. Be it private or in big gathering- there is always time to honor a friend.


And oh, Ginia? Come by my temple when you got time, I have something for you- yours hands only.
repinned: (Default)

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[personal profile] repinned 2018-11-15 11:37 pm (UTC)(link)
[Excuse Oscar as he ogles at those magical weapons.]

Whoa...
repinned: (Not What I Appear)

[personal profile] repinned 2018-11-15 11:42 pm (UTC)(link)
--oh, yeah, you did mention him.

[Sorry, cool magical items > yet another name he has to remember means "Oscar Pine".]

Uh. I can't use swords...?
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[personal profile] unlucky7 2018-11-15 11:43 pm (UTC)(link)
[Ginia doesn't even finish the post before she's running to the temple, throat closed up, tears filling her eyes. The information, the swords, it's all the background when Caster mentions Lancer is gone.

It's strange. People come and go all the time, but this is the first time it's been someone she's known well, cared about deeply, and now it feels like she can't breathe.

Lancer is, was a friend, the closest to a brother, perhaps.

And now he's gone, he's gone, he's gone. The thought echoes as she bounds through the districts, no longer caring who sees her as she runs along in the uniform of Ebisu's temple.

The winding forest of DĂșn Dealgan is familiar and unfamiliar, but she's still a friend and it parts to let her through easily enough. She doesn't stop as she enters the temple, not even slowing as Lucky barks and runs along at her heels. Her breakneck pace takes her to the training room and before she can really think about it, she throws herself at Caster in a tight hug.

Another day it would have been for his return. Today it's to mourn the loss of Lancer.]
repinned: (Eh...?)

[personal profile] repinned 2018-11-15 11:45 pm (UTC)(link)
I've got this.

[He holds up his cane handle, extending the cane out a bit.]

Not that I'm good with this either, but...
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[personal profile] repinned 2018-11-15 11:48 pm (UTC)(link)
Uh...a cane? There's other stuff about it and I mostly use it as a club, but I don't actually know everything about it yet.
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[personal profile] repinned 2018-11-15 11:58 pm (UTC)(link)
You...can't really teach me more about what the cane does. It's complicated.

[Dammit Ozpin.]

But maybe sparring?
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[personal profile] unlucky7 2018-11-16 12:02 am (UTC)(link)
[He's still as solid as she remembers, warm too, the scent of the forest always surrounding him, cigarettes too. It's selfish, but Ginia hugs him a little longer before pulling away and wiping her eyes.

Did Lancer know he was leaving or did he write things just in case? Ginia's hands wring together as she looks at Caster, wondering how he's holding up. It's only him and Archer now and maybe the temple feels a bit too big.

This is not how Caster should have returned. It should have been a happier, lighter occasion. The letter can wait.]


How are you holding up?
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[personal profile] repinned 2018-11-16 12:10 am (UTC)(link)
That'd be awesome! I really need to get better at it for whenever I go home.
boneofsword: (this is only goodbye)

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[personal profile] boneofsword 2018-11-16 12:48 am (UTC)(link)
[Archer has no idea that Caster is back, not until he sees this post. He understands immediately what kind of loss Caster does mean; then there's the first sword, a glimpse of the hilt is enough. He drops everything and rushes to the training room as fast as he can. Not a second later he's behind his god, pulling him into a tight hug. It's also when he allows himself to mourn the loss of a close friend that Lancer is- was, to think of all the memories, good, bad, and peaceful. To grieve, but not alone.

Archer doesn't break the silence.]
Edited (I can spell) 2018-11-16 00:59 (UTC)
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[personal profile] replicatedform 2018-11-16 10:43 am (UTC)(link)
[He looks on with clear interest at the weapons. But hearing that Caster's shinki left do put a damper on the mood. He remembers waking up and finding out Tsuzuki's gone.]

I'd like to hear those stories about the weapons and their wielders.
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[personal profile] roundtablerebel 2018-11-16 06:29 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Condolences for Lancer in a minute, first things first... ]

Three old swords for yourself? Is that seriously all you brought back, Old Man?

[ She thought it was cool until he mentioned he had them for "safekeeping". Now Mordred likes a good stabby instrument as much as the next person but has less appreciation for weapons that won't see use. ]
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[personal profile] unlucky7 2018-11-17 12:08 am (UTC)(link)
[Ginia gently shakes her head, tries to smile, but right now they can share in Lancer's loss. There's a finality in goodbye she doesn't like and there's nothing good about it. They spoke not too long ago, chased each other up Skytree and watched the city below them. She'll always hold that memory in her heart, but she always thought there was more time.]

Not your fault.

[It's not like he could have know. Not like anyone could have know. So she'll tell herself.]

Is there anything I can do?
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[personal profile] replicatedform 2018-11-17 01:22 am (UTC)(link)
[He didn't mind the wait, considering the loss.]

The third one. [He doesn't know how to start pronouncing the name.] Since you're familiar with it. I can hear about the other two later.
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[personal profile] fauxcalibur 2018-11-17 01:55 am (UTC)(link)
I wouldn't mind a few drinks if you wouldn't mind usually quite poor company.

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