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December 13, 2024 After winning the challenge for Wolfbron Bluffs and becoming the fourth Dieudonné to hold the crown, Lazare releases all the members and ends the longest standing pride's reign over the island. After seven years of the Bluffs being held by the same family, it now sits empty, waiting for the next chapter of it's leadership.

December 6, 2024 Death came to a witch hunter after she called for the death of Karsa, with Kvare answering it causing Miaran to fall. Lazare Dieudonné challenges Louve Dieudonné for Wolfbron Bluffs. Snow seems to be falling in the middle of the summer as strange animals show up and offer a tempting meal for those brave enough to jump in.

November 8, 2024 Scorpius has gone missing and in his place Zaahir steps up to take the throne of Andal Oasis. How this change of leadership will shake things up in the lands, only time will tell.

October 11, 2024 Something is happening in the Scorched Wilds. There is a battle raging between a familiar force and an unfamiliar one. What will you do? Help or hinder?

October 1, 2024 Spooky things are happening as the afterlife start walking among the living once again.

September 30, 2024 Louve Dieudonné manages to keep Wolfbron Bluffs in the family. What will happen between the Bluffs and the otherwise peaceful pride of Lorien Plains?

September 20, 2024 Ilarion Rurik challenges for Wolfbron, will the Dieudonné lead pride fall?

September 8, 2024War broke out once again in the Lagoon when a wedding had some uninvited guest arrive. The war results in the most death matches the island has seen at once. The Summit was challenged by Brighid with Talisa answering the call. After many years of the Summit have the same two leaders, the Summit changes hands. What will this mean for the balance of Amaryllis? A witch hunt has started by Luther and Miaran which seems to be turning things on an island that is full of magic.

August 25, 2024 War broke out in the challenge for the Lagoon after Cassius tries to take the Lagoon from Isla. The Cove remains with Miaran. The leadership of the Mire switches from Sigrún hold to Rike when Luther comes back to take his birthland back. Elephants push into the Rainforest and push out the lions there. Soon after Lucifer lays claim to his birthland and takes over the Rainforest.

June 27, 2024 Conflict and tensions rise as prides come head-to-head with one another across Amaryllis - just as Pyrrha and Cassius take the leap to try and claim (or reclaim) their own thrones.

May 24, 2024 Rulers continue to shift, family strife ensues, and, per usual, tensions seems taunt and always lingering on the horizon.

April 24, 2024 Things are rocky within Amaryllis as the Dieudonne clash result in three deaths and forces a shift in the rulership of Firnen Rainforest. With Caladan Cove freshly overturned as well, what will the consequenecss of these events be?

March 30, 2024 The lull has ended as a long standing family, the Dieudonné, launch death matches against their own. The Plains sees a challenge from a new comer, Aphrodite, and the quite pride is pushed into the spotlight.

March 19, 2024 A momentary lull has overtaken the lands of Amaryllis as its inhabitants attempt to find their footing and rebuild after a string of challenges. How long it will last, however, nobody can be quite sure.

February 11, 2024 The Mire has fallen from the Stärke family and is now held by Luther Rike. The change has stirred but the fighting nature of those on the island. The Brook finds a new leader with Icefang and Isla takes over the Lagoon after a storm pushes out the old leader. Reti finds himself the leader of the Hollows after Alexander is hurt. The Oasis finds a new leader in Léonie who is soon tested by Harou.

January 8, 2024 The snow has finally begun to melt anew, which means that the world is slowly returning to the much-anticipated summer season. With the various holiday activities and the other jests put on by Nafasi also coming to a close, it is safe to say that winter is finally over.

December 5th, 2023 Nafasi had pulled a cruel trick and has sent Amaryllis back into a renewed winter season! But it's not all bad, because the lands will also see a handful of holiday-themed events popping up as a result. To make things more interesting, a wayward trio of travlers have also arrived and are facilitating a mass competition between the prides, bands, and rogues -- formally dubbed the Amaryllis Winter Games.

December 2nd, 2023 The spring air brings forth a number of pride challenges. A familiar challenger for the Cove and the Oasis arrive to try to earn what they want. The new leader of the Lagoon is tested in battle as well. What changes will come from the challenges? Who will remain standing and who will find their world turned upside down?

November 27th, 2023 In a challenge between mother and daughter, the leadership of Wolfbron Bluff changes for the first time in 5 IC years.

November 22nd, 2023 Two death matches, one resurrection, and an almost-war later, the lands find themselves in a constant state of turmoil and calamity. Families have been torn apart and endless blood has been spilt; but how is it all going to end?

November 3rd, 2023 The lands stir violently as a death match rages on between Aeistrios Saxe and Morrigan Greyflood. Observers spill into the pit in droves to witness what will no doubt be a historic battle -- and it is clear that this familial fued is far from over, no matter who wins and who dies.

October 12th, 2023 With winter comes the surge of more pride challenges; Ludivine challenges Ryker for Firnen Rainforest and is victorious in her endeavors, meanwhile an outcropping of maims breaks out on the sidelines. In a shocking turn of events Luther returns to challenge Bruno for Ecrosia Mire, will the former heir prove victorious or has Bruno got what it takes to keep his brother's ambitions at bay? This has undoubtedly shaken things up as Bruno declares war against Andal Oasis and Allies in the process!

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Roan Hodari
i wanna taste love and pain wanna feel pride and shame

It had certainly been a while since the Hodari had last spoken to the Starke king. Other than occasionally crossing paths while out in the passage, Roan had had very little interaction with the wheat man. They certainly hadn't talked since the challenge upon Obsidian came from a member of the Mire. It was more than time for the two kings to touch base again.

The masked man set off from his home just before dusk coated the skies in a myriad of oranges and pinks. The daytime could still be quite warm as September wore on, but as the sun died, so too did the temperature. It was edging into the beginnings of fall which prompted the Hodari to prefer an evening travel as he made his was to his once former home. Given the ghosts this place possessed, there was never a desire to return to Ecrosia as a home again. It would never feel the same, anyway, but sometimes visits were necessary as Roan eventually stopped just short of the scent markers. He didn't seek to call @Alaric into neutral lands this time, feeling as if they were aware of each other enough to not see an immediate threat with one another on their doorstep. Still, the mauve man hoped to keep this conversation solely between himself and the Mire king if only in hopes to allow them to speak more freely than if they had company around. They had a certain understanding between them, and the Hodari lion was intent to see if that understanding still remained as his jaws finally parted in summons for the Mire male.




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      |   #2
this world is dying in our arms
The voice is familiar and pulls him immediately from his den. Alaric rarely took moments of rest in the mid-day, but the wheat King had been keeping himself busier than usual in recent days. Travelling often to visit his cubs, dealing with the aftermath of losing yet another mate and sovereign, while simultaneously raising his children and leading his pride -- the man was all but exhausted.

Still he wastes no time in answering the summons, pausing only briefly for a quick drink of water to refresh himself. It is cool on the tongue and revitalizes the Starke, hastening his step so that the Hollow King waits only a few minutes before Alaric appears.

When he does he closes the distance between them without hesitance, showing @Roan that there is no mistrust here. Even if their prides can never be true allies, and even if he knows that family comes first, he does not wish to maintain any bad blood between himself and the Hodari. "Good to see you, @Roan," he came to an easy stop before the man, a small nod accompanying the greeting.

He does not waste time with idle chatter, though -- "is there something in particular that brings you here?".
      |   #3
Roan Hodari
i wanna taste love and pain wanna feel pride and shame

The mauve man would wait, unperturbed by the length of time, as he sat in undisturbed silence until then. Though it was only a few minutes, the expanse seemed longer if only because of his solidarity. When there is nothing to do nor no one else to talk to, time moved slower. Thankfully, the moment @Alaric came into view, the wait was forgotten as time resumed its normal order once more.

There is no hesitance in the Starke's approach, which helped to confirm that their prides were still on decent terms with one another. At least Alaric did not seem to have an hesitance towards the Hodari. Had it been the other way around though, with the Mire king on the Hollow's doorstep, Roan may not have been so jovial to greet him. "You as well," the mauve man returned cordially with a dip of his head, trying not to let his own mind make up stories about the man since they last spoke.

Much to his own pleasure, Alaric didn't waste time seeking reason for this meeting, though the Hodari wasn't prepared with a particular answer. "Not really. Just figured we haven't chatted in a while," the Hollow king started off honestly. "Although, I suppose I should get this out of the way first. The challenge on Obsidian. Did you know it was coming or have anything to do with it?" He spoke the question with a level tone. There was no sense of accusation in the question, as Roan already suspected he knew the answer, but still, he wanted to hear Alaric's response all the same.




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      |   #4
this world is dying in our arms
It strikes him, again, that their... camaraderie... was unusual. Considering they had first met on the battlefield (with Alaric seeking to take his throne, no less) it was abnormal that they had become so comfortable with eachother. The Starke appreciates it, valuing anybody who can look past ambitions.

"I appreciate you coming to check in, then," he begins, though @Roan is quick to provide at least some reason for his visit.

Ah yes, Vaghan. The man had disappeared not long after that challenge and Alaric had wondered more than once where he had gone to. Honestly he wasn't much sure how he felt about the disappearance, the man had been.... odd to be around. Creepy, as Violarum had so aptly put it.

"I knew Vaghan had ambitions, but I was as surprised by his target as you were. I would have attempted to deter him if I had known ahead of time." He spoke just as honestly, unwavering in his eye contact with the other High Sovereign. "If I learn of any that intend to come for your throne I will let you know." He arched a brow, wondering if this was a promise they could both agree to..
      |   #5
Roan Hodari
i wanna taste love and pain wanna feel pride and shame

While Roan wasn't sure how long this conversation would last, if they even had enough to 'catch up on' to keep him here for more than a few minutes, the mauve king was glad enough just to know whether or not @Alaric was involved at all with the challenge. The challenger had stated his intent to try again, though the Hodari hadn't seen hide nor hair of the man since. Frankly, Roan wasn't complaining on that, but it would only be a matter of time before someone else came to challenge him.

Much to his own relief and expectation, the wheat male had not know the challenge was coming. With the direct eye contact, Roan was inclined to believe the Stark's words. "I appreciate that." The masked man's head dipped in thanks, though he was unsure if Vaghan could have been seated from the fight. When Alaric offered to inform the Hodari of any possible future attacks he might come into knowledge of, there was a notable pause before Roan said anything in return. Did he really feel that obligated to return the favor? Maybe. "Thank you, Alaric. I will do the same should I learn of anything," the masked man finally conceded. It was the honorable thing to do, after all.




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      |   #6
this world is dying in our arms
He hadn't expected the offer to be returned, but the surprise that showed was pleasant. While he knew there would always be bad blood somewhere along the line between them, or at least between relatives, Alaric was comfortable considering Roan a personal ally. He would never expect the man to choose friend over family (and neither would he) but he had a feeling he could count on him to some extent.

"I appreciate that, too." While it didn't much matter if he knew a challenger was coming, it would at least give him time to ensure the children were safe. He made a mental note to discuss a plan with Slaine, so that they were well prepared should the day ever come. Having his children kept prisoner in the event that he fell was not something he wished to see happen.

"If you ever have anything else you wish to know, Roan, I have nothing to hide. Please don't even hesitate to come knocking." Why he felt the need to emphasize this he did not know, but there it was. He sensed their meeting was drawing to a quick close, but he was relieved that @Roan had come to ask for information rather than assuming the worst..
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Roan Hodari
i wanna taste love and pain wanna feel pride and shame

They both knew they were not friends, but Roan wasn't certain he would color the man and enemy either. This mutual respect was refreshing and appreciated, but the doubt against how much the Hodari could truly trust @Alaric still lingered. The mauve man was surprised to hear the Ecrosia king then offer up the ability to ask him anything if he ever wanted to. While Roan wasn't a man of many secrets either, he wasn't sure if he would be as willing to speak to just anyone about his intentions. Still, maybe he wasn't just anyone anymore.

"Thank you, Alaric. I'll keep that in mind." The masked man inclined his head with his words, momentarily considering if there was anything needing to be asked right here and now. "Since you offered, though, there is something else I'd like to know, just to put my mind at ease." Again, the mauve lion felt like he could assume most of his own thoughts were correct, but it never hurt to get confirmation from the horse's mouth. "My cousin is now your neighbor in the Rainforest. I know your intentions in taking the Mire in the first place were just to have a home of your own, so is it safe to assume you will not be troubling her and her family again while she rules Firnen? At least so long as she doesn't trouble you either." He knew he couldn't fault a man for protecting his own home should Maia come back for revenge, but Roan didn't believe his cousin would be so brash now that she had her own home again.




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      |   #8
this world is dying in our arms
Alaric was not often one to keep secrets. He made decisions with confidence and thus did not often balk at backing them up. Not that he would speak of his alliances to those that he did not trust, but when it came to his beliefs and his actions he felt no reason to lie. Even if they would not always be understood.

"Maia?" He clarified, though he already knew the answer. "Yes, she already came to see me. We have an... agreement." Not an alliance but at least an understanding; there would be no harm come to those of the Rainforest unless it was well earned. "I was surprised, honestly, that she had come at all." This he admits with a half-smile, remembering well the ferocity that she had directed at him in the past.

"But you have no need to worry about her as my neighbor." He would not cast the first stone.

@Roan.
      |   #9
Roan Hodari
i wanna taste love and pain wanna feel pride and shame

A nod confirmed the name before @Alaric went on. Even without elaborating much on this 'agreement' he held with the Tolkien woman, Roan was quick to assume it was much like his own agreement with the Mire king. Cause no trouble for one another, and there will be no trouble had. A simple agreement of neutrality if there ever was one. A smirk made its way from the masked man's lips at the surprise that colored Alaric at being visited at all by Maia. "I'd like to think I had something to do with that," the mauve lion chuckled quietly. "I urged her not to make an enemy of you and yours now that she has a home of her own again. I'm more surprised that she actually followed my advice." Again, the Hodari smirked. Much like the Starke, he recalled his cousin's ire at the loss of the Mire in the first place, and then the subsequent uprising that had failed shortly afterwards. It was not the land that should call to someone, but the home in which they make wherever they lived. It was why Roan had never be interested in taking back the Rainforest, nor did he wish to live with the ghosts that the Mire held on his heart. With his family was where his home remained.

Whether it was really his own suggestion that lead Maia to talk to Alaric or not, Roan was just happy to hear that she did not intend to seek further retribution from the Mire king, and thus no further onslaught would be received from him. "That is a relief to hear, Alaric. Thank you."




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(This post was last modified: 11-24-2022, 11:13 PM by Alaric.)
this world is dying in our arms
Alaric couldn't help the chuckle the spilled from his lips. "I'm just as surprised. I would have expected her to try to eviscerate me before coming to any kind of truce." He flashed his fellow King a grin. "Then again, I didn't expect us to find any kind of friendship either." Friendship might be a stretch, but his feelings towards the Hodari weren't not unpleasant.

"I'm glad for it," he continued, in a rare moment of vulnerability. "The more of us that can stand together the better it will be for our loved ones." He didn't particularly want to see his children off to war -- at least not until they were grown enough to keep themselves alive through one.

@Roan.
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