The Little Dragon Lord

Oh, Deer

District 11 | Day 2 | Event

At first, she thought this to be a good training opportunity. She wanted to see the growth of Kana and the little boy Calvin seemed raring to go, and under her watchful eye, she felt confident she could protect the two alongside Tsubaki in case anything truly dangerous occurred.

But she doubted that. After all, they were just some wild animals.

Yet, her perspective shifted the moment the Deer reared its horns at her. She swiftly dodged and fired a routine strike back. It went wide. Her aim was off its mark, not because she was shocked at the strike, but she was terrified at the strength behind it.

She feared what may happen if she falters, if she fail-

Another strike. A bolt of dark magic sent barreling towards the deer's head, sending it recoiling away from her. It hit, and it hit well, because now she truly saw this target as a threat.

And threats against her do not stand for long.

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ Oh Deer #Nyx #Tsubaki #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Hit that thang!!

These animals are really tough!! He didn’t think animals, let alone usually prey animals like Deers, bunnies, and birds would just attack people so violently!! He wondered if there was anything that could help them…? Without having to hurt them. They were just trying to survive-

“Owie!!” The peck of that bird hits him right on the top of his head. Rubbing it with his free hand and huffing before trying to get it back!! Though the bird was easily able to zip out of the way. That bird was also mean…and he saw that the bunny hopped right on Tsubaki!!

But he was still going to go for the deer! Watching Nyx get a good hit on it before following up with another zap of lightning! Hitting it square on again!

@petalblight

fellsparks

this town ain't big enough for the three of us

toanmi2026, day 2, district 6. back alley scuffle (nel, edelgard, m!alear, niles, kanna)

It seems he's stumbled directly from one conflict, into another.

What started this brawl? He can't tell. Maybe no reason at all. Certainly Alear has fought often enough, for awful and empty reasons. He can't judge anyone else, based on that.

…Still, that doesn't mean he has to tolerate this, or stand idle. A peacekeeper is the last role he'd expect to play, but someone has to make them stop. Otherwise this could spread, become a riot, harm bystanders. This is a residential area, not a remote battleground.

And there are others from the monastery, who seem to have similar goals. He doesn't know Edelgard personally, but would be ignorant not to recognise his own house leader. The man with the eyepatch, he initially takes for one of the island thugs, but it seems they are on the same side as well. Then, lastly-

"Kanna?" Of course, Alear knows him. The little dragon from the greenhouse, who laughed and talked about collecting flowers.

"It's dangerous here." Simple words which fail to express his feelings. The sudden fear for another's safety, the dread at another's potential pain. No matter that Kanna is a dragon, and student of the Officers Academy, in his own right. Children should not be thrown into danger like this. Children should have someone to keep them safe.

Nel's words prompt him to focus. Turn thoughts into actions.

"Of course." Nothing more to say than that, no need to waste time on excess words. He draws his sword, though the motion feels a little…off. The effect of those flowers is still upon him, refusing to leave him alone. He hopes it won't prove a serious disadvantage.

He quickly studies the fray, trying to assess allegiances and dangers. Both factions of locals appear evenly matched. There's one, however… A wolf knight, momentarily stilled. Glancing from Kanna, to Alear, with a subtle sense of intent. Seeking fresh targets.

Generally speaking, Alear is not good at reading or understanding people. Except when picking up on intentions to cause harm.

Moving to engage, his steps are faster than usual, almost throwing him off-balance. His sword finds its mark regardless, and the knight's bow is useless at close range, raised in a futile attempt to block the blow. Vision blurring momentarily, he misses the chance to follow his advantage - but it's a start. First blood, staining the streets of Baile.

@fellsparks @hresvelged @filthtouched @nohrslittledragon

hresvelged

Conflict follows her footsteps. This is not her fight, but daring to involve her comrades makes it one. Edelgard narrows her eyes, looking left and right between her classmate's remarkable swordsmanship and the growing crowd that is difficult to distinguish. What matters most is keeping a strong focus even in the face of a fight she hadn't wanted to get involved with.

She must assume their fight stems from the agriculture issues rooted within this soil. These people, separated from those of higher status, are not afforded the same opportunity as others. It is not so different than Fódlan, after all. Her home has plenty of secrets of its own.

The Imperial Princess turns her gaze to her teacher, unable to ascertain if she is missing something. Either way, she trusts Professor Nel. It is a bane to lack stronger familiarity with all of her allies, but it is her duty as both a House Leader and person to aid them. So long as they are on her side, she will never turn her back on them.

Her axe glows between gloved fingertips, raising it up as an unknown man now moves himself towards her. She can hear the sound of him drawing the bow string back, fingers poised with the arrow pointed at her. She runs. Edelgard knocks the weapon out of his hands, and with it, the axe sends him into the ground with a thud. She turns her back. "So you're with them, are ya?! Gotta send in the big dogs when the little guy rises up? Creeps," someone else snarls.

".. Watch it," she calls to her peers. "Remember my face— Our faces." Aymr settles over her shoulder. "We will form a purposeful circle behind them. That is an order."

@filthtouched @nohrslittledragon @fellsparks

filthtouched

"Oh, I'm sure you're very good at being memorable, princess," Niles sneers, retrieving his bow. He's not particularly fond of taking orders—never was, truth told, though Leo and Corrin had proven themselves to be lovely enough exceptions to the rule—and this is why; these coddled nobles know so little about the way things run in the streets that they think themselves both capable and worthy to push their nose into any business that comes their way. They call it doing the right thing, and they hold their heads up high. They call it being good, like they expect to be sainted for their virtue and the sacrifice of their precious time.

(—really, it's enough to make him sick.)

It's not entirely clear which side his allies are aiming for—but then again, neither is it clear which side the townspeople are targeting, either. The back alleys are narrow enough for it to be dangerous for all parties involved, regardless of who the intended target it, and he wonders if that's more or less the point—violence for violence's sake, bloodletting because it burns too much when it remains in their veins.

Something he can figure out after, he supposes, when he's picked a rat to question. For now, though, his first arrow flies true, sailing right past Edelgard's pretty little head to bury itself into a man's shoulder. His cry is like a war horn, sounding above the din of the chaos—and for it, his ally answers the call, retaliating far faster than Niles expects with a sword held high.

He could pivot. Left (the worst), right (decent), and back (the best)—he has more options than he normally does, but—

(Is there's one face he recognizes here, it's Kanna. And if he moves back, leaves Kanna to potentially be in harm's way—will it be Corrin he can't look in the eye after, or Nina? Will it be anything that reflects his face back at him, proof that he was never quite as good of a man as his comrades stupidly thought he was?)

"...Damnit—"

He jerks to the left, raising his bow in self defense. It's hardly enough; the blade isn't sharp enough to kill, but it's certainly enough to hurt.

"Kanna, get out of here!"

@nohrslittledragon @fellsparks

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ This town ain't big enough for the three of us #starter #m!Alear #Niles #Nel #edelgard von hresvelg #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Kanna will always take one for the team! Also he's too short to see anything :sob:

Ever since he arrived, Kanna has been worrying about what he first saw when he got here. Sure, being in the fancy wealthy place made things seem fine. It wasn’t the best, but people were happy. But it was such a sharp contrast to the rest of the island…which tends to be a running theme everywhere you go.

To really see what’s going on, he made his way to the poorer parts of the island. Coming from the direction of the northern forest. He tries to stand out as little as possible for once. Just walking through and looking around to get a sense of what is going on here…but that search becomes halted when he catches a very striking and familiar head of red hair turning the corner. That was Alear!! What was he doing here? He gets a bit mixed up into the crowd when he tries to follow. But he remembers the general direction he saw him go!! For the smaller boy, it takes a bit for him to make his way through. But by the time he gets there, there’s already a huge commotion! People seem to be shouting and being angry and fighting…!? What was going on!!

He shoves with a bit of urgency, finally getting into where the bulk of the battle is. Almost running right into Niles, who was in the rear of the group from the academy. His eyes widen as attacks from all three sides are being thrown at each other.

“What happened..!? Why are-” He’s cut off when he’s pushed a bit. Frowning as he huddles closer to his group from school. He didn’t want to fight anyone without asking what was going…why was everyone so mad today? First the animals and now this…!? But they were hitting his friends…

His face scrunched when he was told how dangerous it was. That he should leave. Eyes widening as Niles chooses to take a hit head-on so he would keep standing in front of him, when it would have been better for him to back up!! He may be young…but situations like these are why he came to school! Why he wanted to get stronger so he could protect others, not be the one who was protected. Plus…the way he came looked to be a bit crowded with other bystanders watching but not entering. He wouldn’t be able to push through the crowd to leave quick enough anyway! “Alear, Uncle Niles….Sorry…! I don’t wanna leave you all behind!” He wasn’t going to abandon anyone!!

It was hard to see over all of his tall allies! But he nodded. They will make a circle together just like the Black Eagles leader said!!! He spots the head of someone who wasn’t an ally. Someone who looked like he was eyeing Niles as his first target. "Stop looking at him like that!! I think!" It's hard to see, but he's lifting up his Levin sword and bringing down a bolt of electricity! Zapping the space right next to that townsman. “Sorry!” He’ll chirp out from behind the crowd, probably not even to be seen! Even if it missed, a strike of lightning attracts a lot of attention.

@fellsparks

what's yours is mine, and what's mine is also mine

kanna & henry | nos mutamir in illis — week 1

"Oh, I looooove dragons!"

Well, really, he's only known one super up close and personal — and that was when Henry was helping to kill 'em! And now, he thinks fondly, he knows another one — just without any killing intent surrounding Kanna. But the reason why he likes them are: "So you must be super powerful too, huh? As a super powerful water dragon?"

His lips are pulled into an 'oh' as he stares. But he doesn't wait for an answer, as if the conclusion's already been made clear. Henry bursts into a wild bout of laughter, lifting his gem toward the candlelight; azure reflects onto the ground and table, mimicking water itself. "I already know! You have to be super strong if you're a water dragon. But you've got no interest in destroying the world, nya ha!"

A pause. "Right?"

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ what's yours is mine and what's mine is also mine #Henry #End Post #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#All done!! The criminals are escaping from the scene!!!

Kanna smiles so wide when Henry says he lovessssss dragon! A happy squeal and a hop from side to side! Bare feet slapping against the hard floor. Looks like someone went and forgot their shoes again. He might have to hurry and put those on before the host comes back to catch him. But for nowwww, “The most superest and the most powerfulest water dragon!!!” He’ll add on!! Real words be damned when it comes to properly describing just how awesome and epic he is!! Even if he’s kind of talking over Henry who had continued talking as well. Well, he heard most of the sentence!!

“No way!! I’m a good dragon who’s gonna help people!! Like my mama~ She helps allll people in need when she can! And that’s the coolest kind of dragon!! One that helps everyone and is friends with everyone!!” He’s shouting a bit now. Laughing before going rigid when he hears the sound of some of the housekeepers coming. Or worst…even the host. He seemed to gain a bit of self-awareness. Looking down at his lack of shoes and gasping. Like this was more of a crime than the crystal he’s not even aware he’s stolen!!

“I have to get back to my room!! Or outside!! They’ll scold me if they catch me with no shoes again!!” Despite the maybe crimes, he’s all giggles. “Bye Bye, Henry!!! When we get back to school I’ll show you my awesome form!!” He calls out a few more goodbyes before he’s rushing out!! Away from the sound of people coming and towards the exit!

End of Scene!

Oh, Deer

District 11 | Day 2 | Event

District 11 was a far trek from District 2, across the whole island in fact, and her short stubby legs were not very grateful, protesting with aches and pains. Though, Nyx was well practiced with long marches from the war and had enough presence of mind to be able to mentally quell the rebellion.

Nyx knew the animals here act quite aggressive, either from hunger or due to some external activities. Perhaps, a different area of the island would provide more clarity. That line of thinking is what brought her here.

Upon seeing her group, she immediately recognizes Kanna and Tsubaki. From initial glances, it seems that Tsubaki has no recolection of Nyx, or perhaps never had any to begin with.

But I think I should still apologize for the war... now is as good as a time as ever

As she begins to speak, Calvin gets sidewinded by a bullet larping as a deer. Nyx, with practiced expertise, takes out her tome and rears her hand towards the surrounding rustling in the forest.

Perhaps now isn't as good a time

"There are more. Watch the canopy," she calms communicates as she fires a bolt at a nearby wild bird barreling towards her. The shot grazes the bird, singeing a few feathers, but ultimately passes wide, cutting down leaves as it pierces the tree tops.

petalblight

THEY'D NOTED THE FOREST'S CURIOSITIES initially when they'd volunteered to escort Smith through its throngs the prior night. Come morning, Tsubaki anticipated observing the heart of the forest, the Goddess Tree, under better timing and conditions. They had not, however, anticipated a gaggle of children to roam about unsupervised. The princess of Hoshido being one of them, nevertheless!

"Would the Goddess mind a few extra guests?" Tsubaki asks the young boy as he makes his proclamation, "I'd like to wish her well, too. Won't you mind showing the way?"

The fauna in this forest are behaving oddly; could it be from the the inevitable famine? This theory is put to further truth as a shadow bursts from the clearing; one child falls to line of pursuit as Tsubaki brandishes their naginata immediately.

He advances, Homura pummeling forth as he swings his blade once— twice— forcefully cutting distance between Calvin and the deer.

"Your courage is admirable, but you mustn't play with the wildlife!" Tsubaki calls out to Kana's friend, brow creasing in concentration. His blade keeps the deer at a distance, its beady eyes gleaming with unusual bloodlust. The young mage in their gaggle notes the canopy as Tsubaki, too, acknowledges the indomitable fighting spirit in his companions' gazes. He cannot persuade them to disengage; through the way they wield their weapons, the dangers had been well-anticipated.

"Keep your weapons true," they instruct, "and I shall support the three of you, absolutely."

@nohrslittledragon

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ Oh Deer #Nyx #Tsubaki #starter #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Hehe! Sorry for the dely! But were're hereeee hit those animals!!

Kanna really hoped that he and Calvin could help the goddess with their gifts. Though as they encounter other people, one that he knows from home and one that looks like he’d be someone from home. At least from Hoshido. Kana has told him a bit about the people her papa was friends with. But at the other child’s prompt, he nods his head in agreement. “If it’s true that she’s sick, then we have to help her get better!” He’ll cheer along. Smiling, as the pair has now become a group with the intent to help the goddess! Though he was a bit worried that…they did not know where they were going.

However, the peace was suddenly disturbed as a blur burst out of the bushes and launched right into Calvin. “Calvin!?” He’ll shout, the blur almost running into him as he was walking alongside the other child. He gawked at the deer. Since when do they act like that? And the sound of other animals coming

“Grr..! Hey!! Don’t hit people like that!! You mean deer! Leave us alone!” There’s a stomp in his foot as he grabs his Levin sword, giving it a shake to allow the electricity in it to crackle to life before aiming it at the deer and firing the shot!! Hit the animal straight in its side and give it a good shock!! He kind of expected the deer to run off after that...deer are known to run away a lot…yet this one stays and keeps trying to attack!! Almost like it's rabid! Like all of them are!! Though a small glance at some of the animals…and he seems to notice that they don’t seem as meaty as healthy animals…it’s something that lingers on his mind, but it's more important to protect Calvin and their offering!

@nyxanthemums

Behold! The Rare Dragon-Tail Orchid

with @nohrslittledragon

A fellow student, then. Alear hasn't interacted much with the other houses - in truth, he isn't certain why they're divided in such a way. Something to do with Fodlan's politics. He expects that eventually, he'll have to become familiar with those politics - it might even be a study topic - but for now he rather likes being ignorant. Refreshing, to have no influence in this land.

The important thing, is that being from separate houses isn't considered a reason for hostility. He's grateful for that much.

The boy is staring. And then…running around? Alear turns his head to keep track, distinctly confused with how this encounter is progressing. This is not how people behave around him.

"I am a Fell Dragon."

A statement which has never been greeted with excitement, before now. Certainly not with giggles, or the label 'cool'. If Kanna were human, then Alear might dismiss him as a fanatic, addle-brained worshipper. Since that isn't the case, he's at a loss what to think.

…It's not really bad though, is it? Witnessing someone act so joyful and uninhibited is strange, unfamiliar, but not bad.

"My other form is…" Monstrous. Dreadful. A savage beast to strike terror into the souls of Gradlon's foes. "Black and red. Large enough to fill half this room. The professors would be very unhappy, if they saw it."

He does as instructed, and looks at the dragonstone. Sensing that a response is expected from him. Should he say something pleasant, complimentary? Nobody ever complimented his own stone, and he isn't sure what he would have liked to hear.

"It suits you." That's a phrase people say to each other, isn't it? A sparkling, colourful stone, for a boy whos demeanour seems to match. "Mine is like a ruby, with the crest of Gradlon inside. But I no longer have it with me."

And that's fine. There should be no reason for him to need such a thing, in Garreg Mach.

"I had no specific purpose here. Did you?" He never received an answer to his earlier question, of what Kanna was doing amid the plants. He can't tell if that was deliberate avoidance, or the result of an easily distracted mind.

#✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ Behold! The Rare Dragon-Tail Orchid #m!alear #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Alears playing 5D chess while Kanna is playing checkers omg LMAO #But!! May their flower adventuring begin!!

Wow…a fell dragon! He’s read about some of them when looking up other dragons. Apparently they’re supposed to be super scary and strong. And well, Alear seemed nice!! And he probably was really strong! But he knew better than to judge a dragon by its type. Not all dragons have to act like that! He is amazed at the news. And he would be just as amused if he was told Alear was a divine dragon instead!

“THAT BIG!?” He gawking at the idea before looking around the room to try and get a grasp of just how large that was! “Wow…yeah!! If you were that big, you would totally knock wayyy more things over than me! I wanna see it though!! Can you fly?” A flying buddy would be really fun.

The comment goes over really well! And he gets all shy and bashful when he’s told it suits him. “Thank you, Alear!! My mama got it just for me!” It’s his most important treasure!! Though his excited smile deflates a bit when he hears that Alear doesn’t have his!! “Aww…I hope you get it back soon! Dragonstones are super special. But by the way you told me how it looks, I think it would be a really pretty stone that suits you! It would match your hair and eyes!! That’s like one of the best shades of red!! My mama has eyes like that too! But not me. Mine are grey. See?” And he’s pointing to his eyes like Alear wouldn’t have been able to tell without him pointing it out for him.

“OH! Yeah, I came here for a super important reason.” It was just a case of an easily distracted mind. “My flowers should be done now.” He opens up the book he had tucked under his arm. Flipping through the pages, they show a bunch of pictures, drawings, pressed plants, and writing before finally stopping on the newest page. Showing off the freshly pressed flower before pointing up to the same species of flowers that were around the upper parts of the greenhouse.

“I needed to grab the flower all the way up there so I could add it to my adventure log!! I just got here, so I haven’t been able to find all the flowers and plants here yet with school and stuff. But this one was one I knew I needed to get first! Plus, I need to be a dragon so I can press the flowers hard enough. So, I thought coming here first would help me not get in trouble.” In hindsight he could have just taken the flower elsewhere and pressed it there.

“But I still got found by you anyway!” His pout is playful, sticking his tongue out at the older dragon before he’s grinning wide again. “Do you like flowers too, Alear? I have tonsss of flowers I could tell you about. Oh! But I still need to find the other flowers I scouted too.”

what's yours is mine, and what's mine is also mine

kanna & henry | nos mutamir in illis — week 1

Woah, woah, wait. Henry takes the hand and gives it a hearty shake, but really, what he's trying to do is feel for anything ~abnormal.~ Kanna said he was a dragon... so Henry shut his eyes and tried to feel for anything in that hand—

Hm. Nope! He lets go and takes the blue gem gently between his fingers. "Aw, this is awesome!" He laughs, now cradling it in his palms. It's flawless, scratch-less, and— "I wonder how much this could go for back home! Or maybe... it'd have a nice little place on my shelf, nya ha!"

Anyway, anyway, that isn't important. Henry pauses as he holds it up to the light, and then slips it back into his pocket.

"Good to meet ya too, Kanna!" He grins, tilting his head. "But, y'know... what type of dragon are you? Fire-breathing?" Henry takes a big inhale and huffs out a long stream of air, entire posture bending and folding with it — as if he was breathing fire. "Or... a fell dragon?"

There's no miming for that. He stands upright at his own mention, curiosity alight in his grin.

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ what's yours is mine and what's mine is also mine #henry #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Let's hope my fire emblem fates lore knowledge is right :sob:

Woahh Henry really gives good handshakes; he tries to squeeze the other’s hand to match his vigor!! “I’m going to set mine on my shelf!! But if you sell it maybe you can buy something even better with the money?” He doesn’t get why you would sell a souvenir, but money is important!! “Maybe you could buy…I dunno? 10 horses? A hundred!? A thousand yummy meals!” Those could be really important things to buy. “Do you collect other treasures and things like this? Could I see them when we go home! Pleaseeee?” He needs to know what the competition treasure hunters have!

“What kindddd?” He giggles as he watches the other mimic breathing fire. Holding up his hands like claws and making some dragon sounds for him!! “I’m neither of those! My mama told me we’re descended from the silent dragons! They’re super powerful water dragons! I don’t think I’ve heard of them outside of my home too often. But they’re super important for Nohr and Hoshido! It’s one of the first dragons~” Oh man, he hasn’t talked about dragon lore in a while. It was fun meeting Fell and divine dragons that weren’t as common at home! He even made friends with a fell dragon while at school!

“All royals have some sort of dragon blood in them due to their ancestors! But only me and my mama were direct descendants of one of them. That’s why we’re dragons and my aunties and uncles aren’t!” But that’s about all he knows, right? “I don’t think I’ve ever met my real grandpa, though.” He seems a bit stumped on that, but he soon shakes his head. “Do you like dragons, Henry?”

what's yours is mine, and what's mine is also mine

kanna & henry | nos mutamir in illis — week 1

"Letting is generous!" Henry laughs. Yeah, nobody is letting them take souvenirs for themselves, buuuut — "I just wanted one. That's all that matters to me! And looks like you got the best ones in your hands, nya ha!"

They really are. They're the largest ones in the bowl, vibrant blue in his right and a deep red in his left, creating fractals of saturated color against the table. Henry leans in closer to both crystals, checking every nook and cranny for scratches — anything that could devalue each one — and ultimately noting, "They're gemuinely perfect — both of 'em!" His grin grows wider as he turns his attention back to the other. "How'd ya pick them out like that? You're like... a natural at souvenir finding!

"But I think they both look great to me." He points a finger at both of the gems, and tilts his head toward his fellow student. "Which one do you want for yourself? It's not fully fair for me to leave you with nothing!"

Aaaand one more. "Oh, and you can call me Henry!"

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ What's yours is mine and what's mine is also mine #henry #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Hiii you're good! This length is good I'll try to keep up the pace to finish it!

Henry’s implication when over his head, too busy grinning wide and proud at the praise of his awesome stones! Or the awesome ones he found. “Hehe~ I want one too! So that’s one for both of us! You have a good eye too!” The brightly coloured gems sparkle so nicely; he can’t keep his eyes off of them. Watching as the other looked over the gems in his hands as well.

At the strange wording of the word, he blinked. Looking up at Henry with a raised brow. “Gem…? OH gem!!” He laughs when the joke finally processes. This person seemed so silly and fun! He already enjoyed their company. “It’s my dragon sense!! Dragons always gotta know which gems are the prettiest and shiniest. Cause they’re the best treasure hunters~” He boasted. He always was the proudest when he could flaunt his epic dragoness!

“AH! Right, I almost forgot! Hi Henry!! I’m Kanna! It’s nice to meet you!” He’d offer a hand to shake…but both were full. But he could solve this! “You’ll let me pick first? Okay!! Thank you!” He scrunches his face a bit as he thinks really hard about this…" Hmmm…I like the red one. It reminds me of my mama’s eyes! So you can get the blue one!” He carefully tucks the red gem into his bag before holding the blue one up to Henry! Along with a hand to shake. “It’s nice to meet you, Henry!”

what's yours is mine, and what's mine is also mine

kanna & henry | nos mutamir in illis — week 1

Let's assume that theoretically, there was a mage who was a guest resident in a wealthy mansion. It wasn't commonplace back in this mage's childhood for households to contain such luxury — in fact, it was usually the opposite — so to see such spaces decorated in this manner was... very, very cool!

Let's also assume that very likely, nobody needs this much to live comfortably. Imagine how different things could have been for his— er, this mage's past if someone sold something valuable and gave these small villages the profit!

If this mage were to reach over the glass bowl and take one of the decorative crystals out of it—

( Henry looks left, then right, and extends his arm. )

—OH, but this mage should check behind him—

( Henry glances back, and... )

He blinks. There's someone there — somewhat young-looking, but definitely a vaguely familiar face. So it's at least... someone from the academy, not the island — so he can be honest! Right?

Henry leaves his hand hovered over the bowl, and smiles. "Heya!" he greets. "Wanna help me choose a souvenir for home?"

@nohrslittledragon

#TOANMI2026 #✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ What's yours is mine and what's mine is also mine #Henry #starter

Kanna was having fun staying within the hugeeeee house! He hasn’t been in a house this big since staying at the castle in Nohr!! Though it was maybe like a million times bigger than this. But he didn’t mind!! He could sleep outside if he had to, he wasn’t picky with accommodations!

But as he was placed inside, it was only fair that he takes the time to look around and really admire the place! So, he did just that. After eating his breakfast, he let his legs take the lead and send him off on an adventure! Maybe this big house has some secrets hiding around here! And he’s going to find them!

As he wanders, he doesn’t actually find much. Barely half an hour has passed and he’s considering going outside before spotting someone! Someone from the school! He remembered seeing this person a few times when they were escorted here. But he never actually got his name! Or the name of any people from school he’s traveled here with.

He’s watching with wide eyes as the other looks from side to side about to reach into the bowl! Was that something they were allowed to take? He might take one for himself after this person is done! But soon the other’s…eyes? Actually, he can't see his eyes, but he can tell that he’s being looked at!

“Hi!! You’re getting a souvenir?” He questions, as he comes over to stand next to the other. Looking into the bowl and awing at all the shiny things in there. “These look so pretty!! They’re letting us keep something from here? Then yeah! I’ll help you pick the shiniest most biggest one~ Don’t worry, I’m really good at this.” He grins and is quick to stick two small hands into the bowl. Feeling around for the biggest crystals he can find. Soon holding them up towards the light and looking at each of them in serious thought before showing them off to the other.

“Which one looks better? There aren’t any bigger ones in there, right?” His gaze flickers between the crystals in his hands and the ones still in the bowl.

The Futures Yet To Be

Herald Non-Mission Task (Any +1) || M!Kana

Oh, don't you worry, little one. You'll learn well from my supposed 'future' quite well. She thought to herself. Now then, if I recall the method that is required to make use of this ability...

Eremiya then placed both of her own hands onto the orb, as she took a deep breath, before she then began the chant to make use of the orb.

"O orb of futures unseen, reveal to me a future that my own path shall guide me towards... And let it be shown before my own two eyes."

There were a moment of silence, before the surface of the orb began to light up, until the light slowly began to fill the orb, until the entire orb was alight... as the future was slowly revealed to her.

There is a small cathedral. It is not often visited by foot-traffic, and so it has very few people who regularly do their faithful service there. But what the cathedral lacked in clergymen and people of faith, it was abundant with another type of people: children. The winds blow gently on the grass surrounding the facility, as even the nearby trees had their leaves flicker gently to the wind. It seemed to be noon, as a massive gaggle of children were running about, playing with each other, their faces filled with immense joy, as if they were letting themselves enjoy a brief moment of carefreeness. And overwatching them, was the church's sole bishop, and the sole member of the church overseeing the facility. Dressed in silk-like robes, with a mitre bearing the symbol of Naga's faith on it, Eremiya watched the children gently, with a content smile on her face. She quickly notices that a over-energetic child tripped on a rock, and was about to go face-first into a root, which promised a painful fall, as Eremiya reacted quickly, as she casted a quick spell to whisk the child back to their feet with a simple spell, as the child looked stunned for a moment, all while Eremiya approached them. "Goodness!" She declared, with stern pout on her face. "How many times do i have to tell you that you shouldn't run around without care for your surroundings? You could have taken a nasty fall there!" "....I'm sorry, Miss Eremiya." The child declared, with a chided look on his face, with a regretful look on his face. "I was just playing tag with the others." "....Hah. I suppose that I won't be short for chances to work." Eremiya sighed, although she reverted to her gentle smile. "...But that's alright. Just make sure to learn your lesson. I truly don't want to see you children end up getting hurt so badly. You have a long life ahead for you." However, before she could turn, Eremiya felt a small hand tag her on the lower end of her own back, right on the spine, as she jolted briefly. "Tag~ You're it, Miss Eremiya!" The young girl who tagged Eremiya declared, while letting out a impish giggle with a broad toothy grin. "I say, how rude of you." Eremiya huffed. "But if you insist on playing these games with me, then it is my duty as your caretaker to teach you an important lesson about how unfair things can get when you rush into things." Eremiya then immediately throttled forward, as she chased the girl around, as the latter was truly enjoying the act, as Eremiya, in fact, did not take it seriously, as she just held back enough to make the child be just out of her reach. Because what would not be one of the best ways to understand a child, than to partake in their hobbies, and make it enjoyable them.

...What... What is this...?

This... This is far from what she wanted to show! This... this has to be a farce! There is no possible way that such a saccharine future would possibly be-

It could have been. It really could have.

Again with this...! No, no, she refuses to believe that this is really all that there is. She must have failed. She must have failed somewhere! It all fall aparts somewhere! Such naive theology must have caused her ruin!

She merely just needs to-!

Night falls on the day, as she tucks the last child into bed, as she extinguishes the candles with a flick of her own wrist, the brief rush of wind enough to extinguish the living flames, as she began to prepare to leave. And yet, she felt a sense of unease suddenly, as she reacted quickly, as she rushed into the rooms, as she locked any doors and windows that she could find, last of all being the front door, which she locked, after passing through it. The torch-light was clear proof that someone had found this cathedral, this orphanage that she had spent a decade and a half maintaining, raising children for almost every single day since her stay there. And she was certain that at night like this... there was only one possible kind of people who would find their way here. She steeled herself, as she made sure that there was no other potential ways for her children to be endangered, before she then tapped against the miniaturized grimoire hidden in her own cloth. It might only contain a few spells... but more than enough to handle her unwelcome guests. Eventually, the group under the torch revealed themselves, as they seemed to be the local brigands. Eremiya could not mistake it, considering how 'unique' their appearances are. She racked her head momentarily, wondering why they would suddenly attack this place out of the blue... but that slipped her mind quick, considering that she doesn't have time to worry about that. "Well, lookie here. You shouldn't be out here, church girl." The leader of the brigand group mocked her. "You never know what kind of monsters are out here, ready to do horrible, horrible things to you." "I already see your point." Eremiya declared, refusing to let herself shown any sign of hesitance or submission. "If you're here seeking plunder, know that there is not a single bit of gold in these halls, and that there is only food for my own charges." "Hah." The brigand leader barked. "You assume that we don't know that. Sure, we don't have any good reason to plunder your little daycare... until now, that is." "Care to elaborate?" Eremiya responded back. "You have a noble-blooded brat in your care." The brigand leader declared. "Now, while we don't have any specific description to go off, I heard that noble brats can make for some hefty ransom. And considering that you're a woman of the cloth... that's a bonus. Need something to keep my men pleased." The rest of brigands jeer and hoot at her, making their intentions with her clear. Eremiya merely narrowed her eyes, as she took a brief silence. "I see." Eremiya answered back, her tone even. "So do us a favor, don't try anything stupid." The brigand leader declared. "Forget your stupid goddess, who won't be coming down to save you or your kiddies. You'll be better off in a bed, pleasuring proper men." "Your uncouthness has no bounds." Eremiya declared, before she then drew out her own miniature grimoire. "And you assume that I need to pray for divine intervention for your lot." "Hah, and what are you going to do with a dinky book like that-" One of the brigands mocked, before Eremiya let out a shout, as several blade-like waves made of magical wind formed, as they immediately blasted the brigand who tried to finish his taunt, as well as several of his nearby compatriots, sending them hurtling through the air, until they were smashed against the nearby trees. "Come at me, if you dare. I will not let any of my children be touched by your hands." Eremiya declared, with a fiery determination in her eyes. "I might be sworn to Naga's faith to be a gentle and kind soul, but that doesn't mean I shall allow you to be unpunished for your own transgressions. You will see justice, whether it be in a cell, or in a grave." "Damn bitch... GET HER!" The brigand leader snarled.

As Eremiya watched the scene unfold before her, she found herself becoming more and more unsettled by what she was seeing.

This... this caricature of her... why isn't she slaughtering these bandit filth!? Where is the bloodshed, where is the ruthlessness!? She can't even kill them properly, she's just simply incapacitating them.

She must kill them! She has to kill them!

...

Eremiya was left unsettled, as she could only watch the 'future' unfold before her. And worst of all... Kanna promised to witness it fully... and she knows that this is the opposite of what she was trying to make him understand!

#⬩➤ The Futures Yet to Be #eremiya #Non-Mission Task #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Omg so sorry for taking so long and for it being so short!

Kanna watches with bright eyes at the first part of the fortune. It seemed like she and all the kids she was talking with were having a lot of fun together! “I’m pretty good at tag too, Miss Eremiya!” He mused as the vision continued, “Are those kids you recognize? Or is it the orb making up kids for you to play with?” Would his vision be based on people he knew already or people he could have met if he did things a bit differently? Ahhh he couldn’t wait!!

But the vision didn’t stay too friendly for long. With the setting turning to night and bad people coming to try and kidnap a child and Eremiya herself! He was locked in on this like a movie. Booing at the mean words and cheering when the bad guys were getting beat!

“You’re really strong! Is that something you can still do now?” He questioned as she watched the Eremiya in the orb defeat all of those bad people…but then why didn’t she look happy to be seeing it? He looked between the woman and the orb. Over and over again to try and figure out what was wrong. There didn’t seem to be anything bad about this vision.

“Why is this making you upset…?” He’ll finally ask. He couldn’t figure it out on his own, so he had to ask her directly. Tugging on her skirt a bit as he waved his hand between her face and the ball to try and break the eye contact she still might have with it.

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Troublemaking Twins... and a Dubious Potion!

Non-mission Task Board - Reason + 1

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Garreg Mach Monastery is a vast campus absolutely packed with dorm rooms, classrooms, courtyards, gardens, and countless little doors that could lead to anywhere. Even within the first few weeks of attending, Kana and Kanna have made a point to explore as much of the monastery as they possibly can, at least within the rules!

Well... most of the time.

Kana can't help being curious! It's in her dragon blood! There could be all kinds of discoveries hidden just beyond a gilded doorknob, just waiting to be unearthed... is it really so bad to seek knowledge? This is an academy! Where it's very natural to want to learn! Yep, it's fully justified!

"Come on! It's this way, I heard our classmates talking about it!" Kana whispers, tugging Kanna's hand as they tiptoe through the halls. It's late, pillars and cabinets that line the halls casting long shadows in the torchlight, and the two dragons are really pushing their luck. Rumours of a mysterious potion that can make you extra powerful, fast, smart... maybe even more incredible things are spreading around the campus like wildfire this week, and the moment they reached two pairs of pointed ears, trouble started brewing. How could they not check it out for themselves? This requires research!

With a little more skulking around, the two of them pause in front of their destination. The confiscated potions lie just beyond this classroom door, just waiting to be investigated... Kana looks at Kanna with a glint in her eye, but a very serious expression. "Ready? We gotta be super, super stealthy. And we can't leave any evidence at all! We're gonna be smart about this!"

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#✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ troublemaking twins #f!kana #starter #Non-mission board #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#It's like ace attorney LMAO

Rumors were always some of the funest things to follow. They were either mysteries waiting to be solved, or a mystery waiting to happen!! Chasing after some questionable info they heard wouldn’t be the first time these pair of dragons went to try and find something they have only briefly heard about.

But this was a bit different. This was something that they knew was there. It was already proven to be real! They just had to find it! And find it they shall!

They wandered these halls a whole lot already in just their few weeks here. This place was huge!! There had to be tons of secret places they haven’t even seen yet. But this wasn’t about that yet.

Right now they were after these super special potions! Nodding along with a wide grin as he trails close behind Kana. Watching their backs! And their sides. And their aboves as they creep down the dark halls of the monastery.

Once they come to a stop, Kanna peers into the window of the door before looking back to his partner in crime with a nod. “Mhm! We have to be super smart, cool, and stealthy.” He’ll whisper back, putting a finger over his lips before doing one last glance around them. With no one in sight, he’ll use the end of his scarf to grab the knob and slowllyyyyy turn the knob and open the door. Flinching as it made a bit of a sound! While not enough to actually be heard, it sounded pretty loud in comparison to the nothing all around them. “Let’s hurry in before the guards come!” He’ll push the door open more, tugging Kana inside with him as he softly closes the door behind them both.

“We should try and make a fake potion so that they don’t notice the ones that we take.” They had to hide all their evidence like Kana said!

Behold! The Rare Dragon-Tail Orchid

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Alear watches the sudden scuffle his words create, as the stranger flails into view. How peculiar they look, compared with the dragons he's accustomed to. Their body is completely different from a Fell Dragon's, and not especially similar to a Divine Dragon either, unless juveniles go through some dramatic changes before they mature. He can't quite figure out where the eyes are, but they're certainly staring back at him.

The transformation is more…wet than he'd expected, and there at the end of it stands a child. Or possibly a child. Alear himself has been called 'boy' often enough, by people he was significantly older than (not that he cares, since it can lead to an advantage, if his abilities are underestimated).

What an energetic greeting. He takes a moment to sort through the various strings of words thrown in his direction. An apology, unnecesary. A request for secrecy, easy to grant, since Alear isn't sure who he'd tell anyway. An observation on Alear's lack of fear, obvious (it would take something far more horrific than this to frighten him, and even then, he's perfectly trained in concealing it).

An introduction. That, he knows how to deal with easily enough. "My name is Alear. I am a student with the Black Eagles."

He considers what else to add, for this particular situation. "Humans may be scared of your other form, but I have no reason to be. I'm not human, either."

Frankly, based on first impressions, Kanna is the least intimidating dragon that Alear has ever seen. That would usually be considered a weakness, but at present, he makes the judgement a positive one.

Besides that, something about Kanna is oddly familiar. That pale hair, the pointed ears, the good-natured smile. Hasn't Alear seen another person with similar features before? Not here, but back home in Elyos. One of the Mage Dragons? No, that doesn't seem right…

#⬩➤ Behold! The Rare Dragon-Tail Orchid #m!alear #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Simply eating them is so funny omg LMAO show them what happens when u restrict a dragon!!!

Oh, he forgot to say his house again! “Oh, and I'm a part of the yellow deers- I mean golden deers!!” There is a difference after all. But it was always cool meeting someone from another house! Since it was usually people that he’s either never met or hasn't seen in classes that often. “It’s nice to meet you, Alear!”

He couldn’t help but stare up at the bright red hair and matching eyes. He thought it was really pretty! Like a sparkling plump pomegranate! Oh, he was feeling hungry for a pomegranate now. But those wandering thoughts come to an end when he hears that Alear isn’t human either!? “You aren’t…?” He narrows his eyes as he leans a bit closer and then soon widens them as he runs a quick circle around Alear. Soon coming to a stop, he stood in front of him again.

“Are you a dragon too!?” His voice is a lot louder than he intended it to be. Loud enough to possibly draw in the professors and staff he was trying so hard to hide from.

He’s all excited squeals and giggles as he runs and circles around Alear again. “WOW! That’s SO COOL! What do you look like as a dragon? Are you superrrr large like my mama!? What does your dragonstone look like? Look! Look at mine!” He stops his fawning to pull out the concealed stone hanging from some twine around his neck. It’s a bit of an unshaped teardrop with traces of purple and blue tints twinkling through. But Kanna is obviously super proud of it.

“Oh! Did you come here for something, Alear? If you’re looking for something, I can help you look!” Dragons have to help other dragons after all!

The Futures Yet To Be

Herald Non-Mission Task (Any +1) || M!Kana

Eremiya could only remain stoic in the face of Kanna's words, although some part of the white-haired child's words seem to find purchase in her heart, as much as she could not understand it.

This one... being 'one of the strongest dragons ever'? Now that she took a moment to take in the young one's appearance, she did notice that there was something peculiar about him, even if she couldn't point it out.

To think that she would find a manakete right before her eyes, or something akin to that.... She didn't know whether to curse herself or find herself fortunate, considering the benefits and consequences of this very event.

But she didn't come this far to back down. If she can just make him listen to her... then this time... this time around...

...She won't lose to whoever sent her to her almost-certain grave...

If only she had a way to make that child see things her way... but it seems that she underestimated how idealistic this little one is. While she can concede that Kanna has something of a point in his words, that the world itself isn't inherently cruel, only certain people in this world... but he doesn't understand that blind trust or faith will lead to tragedy.

But how can she even start with that...? It's not like that an example could drop right before-

....Wait, that orb can view any possible future...

If she can make the orb show a future that proves her point... then she doesn't even need to lift a finger. She'll have the perfect proof in her lap. But that gambles on luck itself... And she isn't much to favor on it.

That's life... She supposes. She'll have to see how the orb works its 'magic'.

...Enough talking to herself, she better not let Kanna's words slip from her ears, lest it make her look much more suspicious than she already is, right before him.

But he did mention something... about helping her?

She doesn't need help, especially from a child. It's the other way around, it's the only reason that it makes sense-

But we do.

...What was that...? No, she can't pay it any mind. She must focus on the matter at hand.

"Happy things, you say... Well, hopefully, you would be right, young Kanna. It would be a most fortunate thing to see a good dream, would it not?"

Eremiya then immediately began to help with the search, as she watched him search for it fervently. It's almost heart-warming to look at. But she rather not let him get disappointed, and lose a chance to gain his favor.

She took a moment to use some magic to help make a figurative 'thread' to any magic items, as she managed to follow the one with the strongest trace, until she came across a purple orb with a mirror-like surface, as she raised it up.

"Over here, young Kanna. I do believe that I have found this 'Zenith Orb'."

#✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ The Futures Yet to Be #eremiya #Non-Mission Task #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Sorry Eremiya he's committed to helping you no matter what you say :sob:

Kanna was sure he was gonna have an awesome future! Though scary dreams can come whenever they want with no reason…well! If he didn’t like what he saw, he’d just have to make sure it wouldn’t happen to him! There’s a reason why this orb is like a bigggg hint for the future! “I’m sure we are both gonna see things that will make us happy!” And afterwards he can tell Kana all about it! And maybe ever her papa! With food as well…oh man he was getting excited!

He was about to wander into a random room across the hall before halting to a stop when he heard Eremiya calling out. “You did!?” How did she find it before him!? But that doesn’t matter! He’s running over to her side! Skidding to a stop to make sure he doesn’t run into her and hurt the orb!

“Woahhhh…!?” His eyes sparkle as he looks at the mirrored reflection of himself in the orb. But then he steps back and looks up at Eremiya. “You found it first, so you go first, right? I wonder what you’ll see!”

He crosses his arms. Thinking hard about a question to ask or what he should wish to see. “Can I see what you see? Or is what we see a secret?” His hands cover his mouth before he’s giggling behind them. Dropping his arms. But then the giggling dies down and he seems to grow just a tad bit serious.

“Even if it’s bad, it doesn’t matter, okay? My mama said we always choose our own fate. So if you don’t like it! We just have to make sure it doesn’t matter…” He didn’t want her to worry- and now he was worrying for her more than himself!

Family Reunion ˚ʚ♡ɞ˚

m!Kana, f!Kana, & m!Corrin First Meeting!!

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Kanna makes an excellent point. Yes, she nods as well with the air of a very important businesswoman agreeing to pass a new law. Their search will simply have to wait until they've got all their energy back up. Face to face, they take turns nodding at each other and laughing, which immediately breaks the illusion of seriousness they were trying for.

They do deserve a treat! With Kanna totally on board, she holds her dragonstone up above her head, already looking forward to stretching her wings... but their flawless plan quickly screeches to a halt at the sound of a very familiar voice, along with a hand gently ruffling at her hair. She knows that voice! And she knows that touch! Kana nearly drops her stone, jumping to her feet and whipping around to confirm her suspicions. Her tail almost slaps right into Kanna in her grand rush!

"Papa!" She exclaims it with wide eyes and a huge grin on her face. She doesn't even care that they were just about to get busted. While Kanna gallantly covers for them, she throws herself into Corrin's arms and squeezes with all her might. Although it was her choice to travel the world with Kanna, one she made with a whole lot of serious thinking, she's missed little moments like this more than words can say. It's been so long since she's heard her papa call her that. "We've been looking eeeeeverywhere for you!"

Once Kanna's finished explaining, Kana turns to look at him, quickly scooting over a little to give him space to join the hug if he'd like! It may not be his mama here to greet him, but her papa is just as much Kanna's family as he is hers! She's sure Corrin will feel the same!

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"Oh? You have?" Corrin rubs her hair more as she nuzzles into him, smiling softly to himself. He had seen her recently enough, and yet he still had missed her dearly. He always missed her whenever they were apart, because she was his most darling daughter.

He squints at both kids' dragonstones, eyeing them suspiciously. They had definitely been up to something devious, but he'll give them the benefit of the doubt for now. Corrin then turns his gaze towards the boy, who had reacted to him like he was familiar. If he was some alternate universe of his Kana, then perhaps his mama was an alternate universe version of Corrin himself.

In that case, he gestures for the boy to come closer, where his Kana had made space for him.

"If you two are hungry, then let's just go get something alright?" He pats Kana's head a few more times before he decides that he's satisfied, "There's no need to get into trouble; alright?"

#✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ family reunion #f!kana #m!corrin #family #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#GROUP HUG YAY!

It was a happy moment watching Kana and her Papa reunite! Though it was a bit bittersweet in a way. He wish his mama was here so he could hug her and be called the usual nicknames that were really similar to what this Corrin called Kana.

But he won't let that show in his face. Still smiling and rambling away! That is, until he was beckoned over by the hugging pair to join them. “Oh!” There was a bit of an unnatural hesitation at the offer. Not quite jumping at them like he might have done normally.

But with an excited flick of his tail, he eventually does come over! He seemed a bit shy as he joined the hug with the other two. Smiling happily as he buried his face against Corrin’s shoulder. Tail slapping against both of their legs before he’s looking up and smiling brightly again.

“We wouldn’t have gotten caught~ Except maybe for you!” He giggled before nodding his head. He was hungry!!!

“What do they have to eat here…” He trails off as he stares at Corrin. Unsure of what to call him, he’s then leaning over to whisper not so quietly to Kana. “What should I call your papa..?” He had the same name as his mama...he didn't wanna call him Corrin! "What should I call you? You have the same name as my Mama. I can't call you that" He's now saying right to Corrin.

Behold! The Rare Dragon-Tail Orchid

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A month into Alear's time at Garreg Mach, and he's beginning to get a good sense of the place. Yet there are still areas he'd consider unfamiliar. The greenhouse is one, since he's had no practical reason to visit, no lesson or errand which led him here.

He's allowed to do things which aren't practical though, isn't he? Occasionally.

It's not like the Somniel's gardens (there's a gazebo elsewhere which reminds him of those, but that tends to be a popular spot for tea parties, which doesn't want to intrude on). Still, there's a tranquil atmosphere, as he steps inside. Exotic, vividly-coloured plants basking in humid air. Someone else could appear at any moment, but for now, he's alone with his thoughts.

…Wait. He's not alone, is he? A presence is already here, half-concealed by dense foliage, near a cluster of sunset-orange flowers on tall stems.

Alear wouldn't have survived this long, without a keen awareness for his surroundings. He focuses on the stirring leaves, then a flash of silvery scales.

A tail. A dragon's tail, he knows instinctively, though it must be quite a small, young dragon. Not one of his own kind. Are they…gardening? Or are they hiding?

He hates how his first impulse is to walk away, in craven self-preservation (because that was the only thing to do when a sibling was hiding, because there was only one person a sibling would be hiding from). That's Gradlon behaviour, which means the right choice must be the opposite.

So he steps forward, for a closer look. Not keen to walk into the planted area, suspecting that might be off limits, at least for himself. He'd probably crush something underfoot.

"What are you doing there?" His voice is lacking expression as always, no accusation or curiosity.

#✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ Behold! The Rare Dragon-Tail Orchid #m!alear #starter #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#Full dragon surprise heh heh heh!

One of the best things about coming to a whole brand new place, was to fill his journal with a bunch of new entries!! While he hasn’t had many adventures yet, he had a lot of new flowers and plants to press into his journal!

There were, of course, the wildflowers that he was going to have to hunt around for, but the best place to start was where all the plants were supposed to be! The greenhouse! So that was on his schedule today! Dashing out of class the moment it ended to get into the greenhouse before too many people showed up.

He scoped out the place a bit before! And he knew of one plant he wanted to get! But it was allll the way up in the trees. So, he really had to make sure no one was around so he could change into a dragon and fly on up to grab it!

It was nice and easy, holding the flower gently in his mouth as he landed back on the ground. Trotting over to the side to not be fully exposed. Curling up in one of the bigger bushes and flipping through his journal to find the perfect place for this flower. Tail swishing behind him softly once he manages to get it in place! And with that, he’s closing the book and putting all his dragon weight on it! He could press flowers so much better when he was this big! A few minutes should have been enough to press the book and not get caught. At least that’s what he thought! Kanna didn’t hear that someone had come into greenhouse. Only when he heard a flat question did he freeze!

A startled dragon probably acts a bit like a cat! The ridged way his tail smacked one of the plants. Long neck and head popping out of the bush and whipping back towards the voice as wings flailed anxiously to keep him balanced! The little dragon could never hide in bushes as well as he wanted to.

There was a moment where he waited to hear a shout or an angry voice of a teacher…but there wasn’t. They were just staring at each other. Actually, he couldn’t tell what this red stranger was thinking. They didn’t sound scared or angry or happy or anything! But if he was here, then it was a matter of time till other people came!

It was a quick change out! The little dragon shakes as watery bubbles and waves spawn and shift. The figure within changing into something far more humanoid! Once…human enough he grabs his journal and hurries out the bush. Shaking his head and swatting at his tail to make his horns and tail vanish as well! 100% human again!

“Whew…” With that, he’s running up towards the stranger, looking a bit wide eyed! “Ahh! I’m sorry! Don’t tell anyone you saw that! I’m not supposed to be a dragon while inside…” He puffed his cheeks out at that, frowning at the unfair, totally fair, restriction of being his most awesome self! “Oh! But you didn’t seem scared at all! Usually I scare people when they see me like that. It’s why the professors said I’m not supposed to do that.” A bit of a smug grin stretched on his lips before breaking into an eager wide smile.

“Who are you? What’s your name? I’m Kanna!”

A Meeting to Remember ★ˎˊ˗

Shigure & M!Kana first meeting

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"At ease, Kanna," says Shigure, smiling faintly. "It's okay. You startled me, that's all." His hand hovers over his friend's shoulder for a moment, wanting to reassure, before he thinks better of it and lets it fall back to his side.

If Kanna is watching carefully, he might notice the smile twist a fraction in melancholy. "…But how do you know my name? I can't answer that for you, I'm afraid." As much as Shigure might want to.

Memory is a fickle thing. It seeps through cracks like water; it mists into thin air like steam. And as Shigure watches something of that unsteady nature flicker over Kanna's face, he can't help but wonder. If he had been Kanna's companion fighting under Corrin's leadership, then Kanna should have already tried to tackle Shigure to the floor in a bear — wait, dragon — hug. But if he is truly a stranger to the young dragon, then… then the…

The confusion, the shell-shocked wide-eyed expression, is some secret third thing, isn't it?

And yet the boy is still the bright, impulsive, cheerful beacon of hope that Shigure cares so deeply for.

As evidenced by the nonsense coming out of his mouth if nothing else.

"I… What??" Shigure laughs helplessly. "No, you don't have to sleep out here, silly! It's way past the final bell, but even if the gates are closed, we can host you at the inn in town. That's where I work, so it'll be no trouble." How fortunate, that Kanna's adventure hadn't taken him too far away from civilization.

But Kanna in a sulk really is quite adorable — Shigure could never quite help himself. "If you do that, though, you'll still have to wake up super early," he teases. "Let's hope the gatekeeper is nice, hmm?"

The gatekeeper is nice. Nice to Shigure, anyway. Kanna really has nothing to worry about… not that the bard is about to tell him.

#✎ᝰ. threads #⬩➤ a meeting to remember #shigure #[ ⸻ ⋆⋅ ooc ⋅⋆ ⸻ ]#He's already claimed him as a best friend in his head hehe!#I wouldn't mind a timeskip to the inn unless u have more to say or want them to do!

“But I don’t know how I know it either…” A sigh. Well! “I’ll probably figure it out later! Maybe I’m getting too sleepy? But I’m glad I didn’t spook you too much.” He’d never forget someone who seemed to be his friend…he can tell that he looks a lot like auntie Azura…He didn’t know that she had more family! Does that mean this guy is his family too?

“Ah! I can? I wanna see the inn you work at! Do you sing there too? I wanna listen to you more! Mannnn. I wish I didn’t have to wake up so early. But I’m excited to start my first day too!” It was clear he wanted to stay up all night and look around….it was going to be a really hard first day tomorrow. But that was future Kanna’s problem! Current Kanna had better things to do than worry about how sleepy he’ll be tomorrow!

“Uuuu…do you think the gatekeeper would take snacks as a bribe to let me in? Or would I have to sneak back inside!? Would they get mad if I fly over the gates…?” They wouldn’t try to shoot him down right?

“OH! But do you go to the academy too, Shigure? I’m in the deer house! Or do you stay in the town? I need to figure out when the best times to visit you are.” It would have been easier if Shigure was also at the monastery. But if he was out and about more, that would also be more chances to get out more! “If you know any good places…let me know so that we can go together!” It just kinda felt natural wanting to hang out with Shigure. He was already excited at the idea of seeing him more often.

So that was that! With his tail still out and eagerly swishing about in his excitement, he moved to stand right beside Shigure. Slapping his legs a few times with the end of his tail before looking eagerly at the other to lead the way back to the inn or wherever he was to go. “Do you usually come out here? Maybe I can just come find you out here another time? Would that be better? I can bring snacks for you too!”

The Futures Yet To Be

Herald Non-Mission Task (Any +1) || M!Kana

That sparkle in the eyes of that child, Kanna... It is almost adorable, if it wasn't for the fact that she has already seen it so many times. She couldn't help but give the faintest smile on her lips.

After all, these kind of children were the easiest to guide under her own hand. They'll rationalize whatever they do, so long as she makes it that it's for their own good.

Although, he's a bit too energetic, with how much he was talking about. But Eremiya is a good listener, because she couldn't get far with her work, without making sure to keep track of every detail.

So it seems that Kanna is looking to see what would become of his future. How concerning... but if it'll help to make her blend in better, she could afford to allow him to take a peek for what is to come. If she doesn't like it... she can just steer him away. She wouldn't let any of the children here go to waste. As a part of their staff, it would be a crying shame for them to end up... useless. She's seen far too many failures to even allow another to fester right before her eyes. She'll bend as many rules as it takes to see their potential realized.

"Young Kanna... I don't exactly care much for the future. But if you really must ask me what someone like me is looking for... I merely wish to see if this rumour holds water or not. It would be quite dangerous if this orb fills the students' mind with meaningless delusions that would end up ruining their actual futures. So it is my task to ensure that this item... will not bring harm."

Eremiya then sighed, before she then flexed a hand against her own cheek, with a gentle smile, something she well-practiced in her years of service to her master.

"You may call me Eremiya, young Kanna. Do not worry, for I am quite good at taking care of children like you. So you don't need to feel any concern about myself. I would never do anything to harm you. I care more about seeing you children grow into such great beings. I have never had children with your own heritages... and I can only imagine-"

Eremiya immediately coughed into her hand, just as she realized that she was crossing her own lines, as she adopted a apologetic expression.

"My apologies... forgive me. I am too passionate about my work. It's just a poor habit of mine to fret over your wellbeings. The world is a terrible, terrible place. And so, I cannot stand aside to let children like you be thrust into such a place without the proper understanding. You agree, don't you?"