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Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

*Knuckles nods, listening as he drinks his tea*

I see. I am glad you found me then. I expanded the cabin recently so there's an extra room for you to stay in if you would like. I can teach you about our history and people.

Yes. I think staying for a bit would be nice.

I’m curious, you mentioned an emerald calling to me. What is that exactly?

The Master Emerald. Our people have been it's protectors since the god Chaos brought it to our home world Mobius. Every echidna can hear it's call, we are raised to be it's guardians and protectors and the protectors of this island. Once the honor of protecting the Emerald was shared between three clans. Those clans were the Echidna Tribe, The Weasel Colony and The Council of Owls. The Tribe made a mistake in trying to harness the Emerald's power to fight back a drought and nearly destroyed the forest the three tribes called home. With the power of the echidna guardian, the head councilor of the owls and the storm surge it was saved but it caused civil war to break between the clans. The echidna's took the emerald and a chunk of the land to the skies, creating this floating island to protect the world from the power of the emerald for if it falls in the wrong hands it could destroy everything. Not just this world but all worlds would just cease to exist.

*Knuckles eats his cookie and looks at his tea for a moment*

For my entire life I have been the last Echidna Warrior. I have been Healer, Chieftain, Protector, Guide and Guardian. I have heard the Emerald sing and I have felt its comfort on the long nights I cried myself to sleep. But now I am not alone.

*he looks up at Amara with a smile*

I have my tribe here on earth, I met my mate and a brother in arms who are both part of the Weasel Colony. I have a tentative alliance with the Last of the Owls and now I've met you. I've met you and I am no longer the Last Echidna because you are alive my sister.

*Amara stares for a moment. She had no idea the Echidnas had such a deep history. She knew she was made with this DNA because of the strength in brought, but she never imagined the culture she was descended from*

*And yet, she couldn’t not hear its call. The emerald did not sing to her. And this feeling of togetherness, this ‘tribe’, she had no feelings towards it at all.*

*Slowly, she stood up*

I am not worthy to be on such sacred land. I appreciate your hospitality, Knuckles, but I fear I must go.

*Knuckles stood quickly, taking her hand*

Wait! Don't go, please. I do not care that you were created by humans you are an echidna. You are my tribe and I do not wish the loneliness I once felt on anyone else. I do not care what others may say, you are my sister. Stay here, let me teach you of our people. I will show you our history. Please, just stay. Angel Island is your ancestral home. It will always be your home.

I suppose….if you insist….

*She sighed and sat back down*

I apologize. I feel I should be a bit transparent. I was not built to feel emotions, Knuckles. I was not created to care about things. I would like to learn about this culture, but I cannot guarantee I will be the caring sister you so desire.

That is okay. I wish to share the history of our people with you because you deserve to know about it. They are your people too, it does not matter that you were created in a lab instead of born into the tribe. You are an Echidna and I will teach you the ways of the warrior.

*Knuckles moves around the table and gives her a tight hug. His heartbeat in her ear is strong and his hold is warm*

*Wrapped in the hug, Amara stares blankly. Her eyes brows furrow, almost in confusion. Slowly, she brings her arms around Knuckles. It’s a little awkward, but her tail wags slightly. She feels…happy? No, not quite happy. Maybe content.*

thank you…

*Knuckles hugs her tightly, purring soft as his tail also wags happily*

You do not need to thank me Sister. I am here now, you will never be alone.

*She pulls away, now feeling a bit awkward*

S- So. Out history. Please, tell me everything.

Of course. Come with me, I'll show you the temple. Our history is carved on its walls.

*Knuckles holds out a hand for her to take with a smile*

#amara the echidna #project outer ring #//wanna end it here for now?

*She takes his hand, giving him as much of a smile as she can (which is barely lifting the corners of her mouth)*

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

*Knuckles nods, listening as he drinks his tea*

I see. I am glad you found me then. I expanded the cabin recently so there's an extra room for you to stay in if you would like. I can teach you about our history and people.

Yes. I think staying for a bit would be nice.

I’m curious, you mentioned an emerald calling to me. What is that exactly?

The Master Emerald. Our people have been it's protectors since the god Chaos brought it to our home world Mobius. Every echidna can hear it's call, we are raised to be it's guardians and protectors and the protectors of this island. Once the honor of protecting the Emerald was shared between three clans. Those clans were the Echidna Tribe, The Weasel Colony and The Council of Owls. The Tribe made a mistake in trying to harness the Emerald's power to fight back a drought and nearly destroyed the forest the three tribes called home. With the power of the echidna guardian, the head councilor of the owls and the storm surge it was saved but it caused civil war to break between the clans. The echidna's took the emerald and a chunk of the land to the skies, creating this floating island to protect the world from the power of the emerald for if it falls in the wrong hands it could destroy everything. Not just this world but all worlds would just cease to exist.

*Knuckles eats his cookie and looks at his tea for a moment*

For my entire life I have been the last Echidna Warrior. I have been Healer, Chieftain, Protector, Guide and Guardian. I have heard the Emerald sing and I have felt its comfort on the long nights I cried myself to sleep. But now I am not alone.

*he looks up at Amara with a smile*

I have my tribe here on earth, I met my mate and a brother in arms who are both part of the Weasel Colony. I have a tentative alliance with the Last of the Owls and now I've met you. I've met you and I am no longer the Last Echidna because you are alive my sister.

*Amara stares for a moment. She had no idea the Echidnas had such a deep history. She knew she was made with this DNA because of the strength in brought, but she never imagined the culture she was descended from*

*And yet, she couldn’t not hear its call. The emerald did not sing to her. And this feeling of togetherness, this ‘tribe’, she had no feelings towards it at all.*

*Slowly, she stood up*

I am not worthy to be on such sacred land. I appreciate your hospitality, Knuckles, but I fear I must go.

*Knuckles stood quickly, taking her hand*

Wait! Don't go, please. I do not care that you were created by humans you are an echidna. You are my tribe and I do not wish the loneliness I once felt on anyone else. I do not care what others may say, you are my sister. Stay here, let me teach you of our people. I will show you our history. Please, just stay. Angel Island is your ancestral home. It will always be your home.

I suppose….if you insist….

*She sighed and sat back down*

I apologize. I feel I should be a bit transparent. I was not built to feel emotions, Knuckles. I was not created to care about things. I would like to learn about this culture, but I cannot guarantee I will be the caring sister you so desire.

That is okay. I wish to share the history of our people with you because you deserve to know about it. They are your people too, it does not matter that you were created in a lab instead of born into the tribe. You are an Echidna and I will teach you the ways of the warrior.

*Knuckles moves around the table and gives her a tight hug. His heartbeat in her ear is strong and his hold is warm*

*Wrapped in the hug, Amara stares blankly. Her eyes brows furrow, almost in confusion. Slowly, she brings her arms around Knuckles. It’s a little awkward, but her tail wags slightly. She feels…happy? No, not quite happy. Maybe content.*

thank you…

*Knuckles hugs her tightly, purring soft as his tail also wags happily*

You do not need to thank me Sister. I am here now, you will never be alone.

*She pulls away, now feeling a bit awkward*

S- So. Out history. Please, tell me everything.

#project outer ring #olivia orion #sonic oc #sonic roleplay #//is this sarcasm?#//I’ll never tell 🤭

❤️ Awww, look at that….she actually looks kinda happy. Awww that’s my girl~

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

*Knuckles nods, listening as he drinks his tea*

I see. I am glad you found me then. I expanded the cabin recently so there's an extra room for you to stay in if you would like. I can teach you about our history and people.

Yes. I think staying for a bit would be nice.

I’m curious, you mentioned an emerald calling to me. What is that exactly?

The Master Emerald. Our people have been it's protectors since the god Chaos brought it to our home world Mobius. Every echidna can hear it's call, we are raised to be it's guardians and protectors and the protectors of this island. Once the honor of protecting the Emerald was shared between three clans. Those clans were the Echidna Tribe, The Weasel Colony and The Council of Owls. The Tribe made a mistake in trying to harness the Emerald's power to fight back a drought and nearly destroyed the forest the three tribes called home. With the power of the echidna guardian, the head councilor of the owls and the storm surge it was saved but it caused civil war to break between the clans. The echidna's took the emerald and a chunk of the land to the skies, creating this floating island to protect the world from the power of the emerald for if it falls in the wrong hands it could destroy everything. Not just this world but all worlds would just cease to exist.

*Knuckles eats his cookie and looks at his tea for a moment*

For my entire life I have been the last Echidna Warrior. I have been Healer, Chieftain, Protector, Guide and Guardian. I have heard the Emerald sing and I have felt its comfort on the long nights I cried myself to sleep. But now I am not alone.

*he looks up at Amara with a smile*

I have my tribe here on earth, I met my mate and a brother in arms who are both part of the Weasel Colony. I have a tentative alliance with the Last of the Owls and now I've met you. I've met you and I am no longer the Last Echidna because you are alive my sister.

*Amara stares for a moment. She had no idea the Echidnas had such a deep history. She knew she was made with this DNA because of the strength in brought, but she never imagined the culture she was descended from*

*And yet, she couldn’t not hear its call. The emerald did not sing to her. And this feeling of togetherness, this ‘tribe’, she had no feelings towards it at all.*

*Slowly, she stood up*

I am not worthy to be on such sacred land. I appreciate your hospitality, Knuckles, but I fear I must go.

*Knuckles stood quickly, taking her hand*

Wait! Don't go, please. I do not care that you were created by humans you are an echidna. You are my tribe and I do not wish the loneliness I once felt on anyone else. I do not care what others may say, you are my sister. Stay here, let me teach you of our people. I will show you our history. Please, just stay. Angel Island is your ancestral home. It will always be your home.

I suppose….if you insist….

*She sighed and sat back down*

I apologize. I feel I should be a bit transparent. I was not built to feel emotions, Knuckles. I was not created to care about things. I would like to learn about this culture, but I cannot guarantee I will be the caring sister you so desire.

That is okay. I wish to share the history of our people with you because you deserve to know about it. They are your people too, it does not matter that you were created in a lab instead of born into the tribe. You are an Echidna and I will teach you the ways of the warrior.

*Knuckles moves around the table and gives her a tight hug. His heartbeat in her ear is strong and his hold is warm*

*Wrapped in the hug, Amara stares blankly. Her eyes brows furrow, almost in confusion. Slowly, she brings her arms around Knuckles. It’s a little awkward, but her tail wags slightly. She feels…happy? No, not quite happy. Maybe content.*

thank you…

#project outer ring #amara the echidna

Amara... perhaps this is your chance to learn more about the people you share DNA with. A chance to learn about the outside world

Yes. I agree. And it would further our research on Project Shadow and chaos energy. This could be monumental for us.

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

*Knuckles nods, listening as he drinks his tea*

I see. I am glad you found me then. I expanded the cabin recently so there's an extra room for you to stay in if you would like. I can teach you about our history and people.

Yes. I think staying for a bit would be nice.

I’m curious, you mentioned an emerald calling to me. What is that exactly?

The Master Emerald. Our people have been it's protectors since the god Chaos brought it to our home world Mobius. Every echidna can hear it's call, we are raised to be it's guardians and protectors and the protectors of this island. Once the honor of protecting the Emerald was shared between three clans. Those clans were the Echidna Tribe, The Weasel Colony and The Council of Owls. The Tribe made a mistake in trying to harness the Emerald's power to fight back a drought and nearly destroyed the forest the three tribes called home. With the power of the echidna guardian, the head councilor of the owls and the storm surge it was saved but it caused civil war to break between the clans. The echidna's took the emerald and a chunk of the land to the skies, creating this floating island to protect the world from the power of the emerald for if it falls in the wrong hands it could destroy everything. Not just this world but all worlds would just cease to exist.

*Knuckles eats his cookie and looks at his tea for a moment*

For my entire life I have been the last Echidna Warrior. I have been Healer, Chieftain, Protector, Guide and Guardian. I have heard the Emerald sing and I have felt its comfort on the long nights I cried myself to sleep. But now I am not alone.

*he looks up at Amara with a smile*

I have my tribe here on earth, I met my mate and a brother in arms who are both part of the Weasel Colony. I have a tentative alliance with the Last of the Owls and now I've met you. I've met you and I am no longer the Last Echidna because you are alive my sister.

*Amara stares for a moment. She had no idea the Echidnas had such a deep history. She knew she was made with this DNA because of the strength in brought, but she never imagined the culture she was descended from*

*And yet, she couldn’t not hear its call. The emerald did not sing to her. And this feeling of togetherness, this ‘tribe’, she had no feelings towards it at all.*

*Slowly, she stood up*

I am not worthy to be on such sacred land. I appreciate your hospitality, Knuckles, but I fear I must go.

*Knuckles stood quickly, taking her hand*

Wait! Don't go, please. I do not care that you were created by humans you are an echidna. You are my tribe and I do not wish the loneliness I once felt on anyone else. I do not care what others may say, you are my sister. Stay here, let me teach you of our people. I will show you our history. Please, just stay. Angel Island is your ancestral home. It will always be your home.

I suppose….if you insist….

*She sighed and sat back down*

I apologize. I feel I should be a bit transparent. I was not built to feel emotions, Knuckles. I was not created to care about things. I would like to learn about this culture, but I cannot guarantee I will be the caring sister you so desire.

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

*Knuckles nods, listening as he drinks his tea*

I see. I am glad you found me then. I expanded the cabin recently so there's an extra room for you to stay in if you would like. I can teach you about our history and people.

Yes. I think staying for a bit would be nice.

I’m curious, you mentioned an emerald calling to me. What is that exactly?

The Master Emerald. Our people have been it's protectors since the god Chaos brought it to our home world Mobius. Every echidna can hear it's call, we are raised to be it's guardians and protectors and the protectors of this island. Once the honor of protecting the Emerald was shared between three clans. Those clans were the Echidna Tribe, The Weasel Colony and The Council of Owls. The Tribe made a mistake in trying to harness the Emerald's power to fight back a drought and nearly destroyed the forest the three tribes called home. With the power of the echidna guardian, the head councilor of the owls and the storm surge it was saved but it caused civil war to break between the clans. The echidna's took the emerald and a chunk of the land to the skies, creating this floating island to protect the world from the power of the emerald for if it falls in the wrong hands it could destroy everything. Not just this world but all worlds would just cease to exist.

*Knuckles eats his cookie and looks at his tea for a moment*

For my entire life I have been the last Echidna Warrior. I have been Healer, Chieftain, Protector, Guide and Guardian. I have heard the Emerald sing and I have felt its comfort on the long nights I cried myself to sleep. But now I am not alone.

*he looks up at Amara with a smile*

I have my tribe here on earth, I met my mate and a brother in arms who are both part of the Weasel Colony. I have a tentative alliance with the Last of the Owls and now I've met you. I've met you and I am no longer the Last Echidna because you are alive my sister.

*Amara stares for a moment. She had no idea the Echidnas had such a deep history. She knew she was made with this DNA because of the strength in brought, but she never imagined the culture she was descended from*

*And yet, she couldn’t not hear its call. The emerald did not sing to her. And this feeling of togetherness, this ‘tribe’, she had no feelings towards it at all.*

*Slowly, she stood up*

I am not worthy to be on such sacred land. I appreciate your hospitality, Knuckles, but I fear I must go.

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

*Knuckles nods, listening as he drinks his tea*

I see. I am glad you found me then. I expanded the cabin recently so there's an extra room for you to stay in if you would like. I can teach you about our history and people.

Yes. I think staying for a bit would be nice.

I’m curious, you mentioned an emerald calling to me. What is that exactly?

#olivia orion #project outer ring

Are you sure about that?

❤️ Positive. If she forgets her place, I will simply remind her.

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.

*Knuckles smiles and sits across from her*

It is wonderful isn't it. I have a personal affinity for grapes but I find cookies go better with tea. If I may ask, how did you find the island Sister? Were you sent or did the Emerald call for you?

Some people informed me about your existence and helped me locate your general area. I was able to do the rest on my own.

*She chomps down another cookie and sips the tea*

Are you Knuckles the Echidna?

( @project-outer-ring )

Who are you and how did you find this island? Leave now and I wont have to kill you!

@project-outer-ring

Oh? How interesting. I think I like you already.

*A pale red echidna with pink markings and quills up in a ponytail steps forward*

I’m Amara. It’s nice to finally meet you.

*Knuckles froze, his fists falling*

You....you're an Echidna? How? This isn't possible, I am the last! I...I was the last.

*he walks over and gently reaches out to touch her face*

Only an Echidna can find the island without ever being shown it's location....who are you?

*Amara brushes his hand aside*

Amara the Echidna. I was synthetically created by Madame Orion using DNA from your kind. When I heard there was another echidna, I was very intrigued.

Genetically created? How did they...it doesn't matter. You look so much like how my mother wished her daughter would look.

*Knuckles steps back a bit*

Come. We will go to my cabin, I will answer your questions about our kind. I do not care that you were created by humans, you are I'd my tribe.

A tribe…that is what you call your family, yes?

Yes, it is. Being a part of the echidna tribe is a wonderful thing and I am so very glad you do not have to face being the last. It...it is not fun believing everyone who could be like you are dead.

*Knuckles takes Amara's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as he began to guide her to the cabin, there's a pep to his step that hasn't been there for a long time*

Once my mate returns I'm sure she'll be thrilled to meet you as well.! Tell me everything about yourself Sister!

*Amara doesn’t tug her hand away from him, but doesn’t hold his hand back.*

I was created by Madame Olivia Orion to act as her personal assistant and bodyguard.

I see, have you had a chance to experience the world outside of your duties? Surely your mother has taught you quite a lot about the world.

*Knuckles opened the door to the cabin and let her inside*

There's so much I can teach you about our people, so much to show you on the island an in time you will be able to put your paw print on the wall of our ancestors.

Madame Orion is not my mother, and I never needed to experience the outside world. The only reason I wanted to see you is-

*She pauses. Why did she want to see Knuckles? It didn’t exactly make sense for her to. But surely there must’ve been a reason outside of because he was also an echidna…*

*she clears her throat and choses her next words carefully*

I suppose I was curious to know the one who I technically shared DNA with.

Shared DNA?

*Knuckles thought as he started making some tea*

It makes sense, I was captured by G.U.N I wouldn't put it past them to use my stolen quills to create another like me but you have not mentioned G.U.N. I'm assuming your...madame is not a member then?

She was once, I think. She left though to start Project Outer Ring. I think she does not like G.U.N.

What is that that you are doing?

I am making tea for us to drink while we talk. Have you had tea before?

*Knuckles grabbed a tin of shortbread cookies Maddie had given him to keep in the cabin in case he wanted a snack*

My earth mother, Maddie, says the best way to learn about someone is over tea and some cookies. My birth mother would have agreed with her I think. What about you? Does your madame drink tea when you two sit down for a meal?

She drinks coffee. Is that similar to tea?

*She sniffed at the air. It smells…good. Had- Had Amara ever been hungry?*

Not quite. Coffee is made from a bean and has more caffeine than teas do. Teas are made from the dried leaves and flowers of plants. This is a camomile tea which is made from the flowers of the camomile plant.

*He brings over the mugs and cookies*

Here, give it a try. Feel free to have some cookies too, my earth mother made them.

*Amara takes a cookie and sniffs at it before nibbling it*

*Her eyes grow wide and she eats the entire thing in one bite. She sips of the mug and her face practically glows*

This is…rather delightful…I didn’t know food could…be like this.