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[roseandwandered]

In dappled light, a fawn of gold wanders where the emerald's bold. Moss beneath, soft and lush, mushroom tops in gentle blush. I long to roam where the wild things play, to find my calm in nature's sway, to learn the ways of fern and fawn, and greet each day with nature's song.

[elvenprincessv]

Solas returns

Lavellan carefully inspects herself in the mirror, making sure nothing is out of place. Her ashen hair neatly tied up in a french braid tucked with flowers. A festival is being held in the emerald forest by the dalish, and it is important that the inquisitor attends. “Are you ready for this silly elfy thing Herald?”, chimes a voice from behind. Lavellan turns around and laughs at the remark as she walks over to greet her friend. Sera is leaning against the stone wall near the steps of the inquisitors chambers. She is dressed in her signature red outfit, her bow resting on her back accompanied by her quiver of arrows.  “Nice outfit”, says Sera. Lavellan was wearing a light green dalish outfit, that fitted perfectly around her thin waist, the sleeve folded up where her hand and the mark once was. “Thanks”, the Lavellan replied, giving Sera a half grin. 

Lavellan and Sera made their way to the gates of Skyhold where they met with Iron Bull and Cassandra before they departed to the Emerald forest. It was already dark when they arrived at the festival. There were fairy lights everywhere that lit up the whole grove. There were elves dancing and singing and laughter and joy filled the air. Wonderfully scented smells came from every direction. Tables were decked with candles, fruits, meats, cheeses and wine. Iron Bull and Sera immediately proceeded to tasting all the different wines together. Pillows and furs were placed on the ground around the tables. Cassandra found a cosy spot to read one of Varrics books, probably in one of the caravans or tents that encircled the entire grove. Many fireplaces could be seen where food was carefully being prepared. 

Lavellan was surprised when no one seemed to take note of her arrival. Relieved that no one would notice if she slipped away, she made her way to the edge of the grove where she sat on the grass and gazed up at the stars and full moon. Even with all the joy that was the festival, she felt sad. She missed him, Solas, Fen’Harel, whatever he called himself. “Ma harel lasa”, she whispered to herself as her eyes filled with tears.  “Vhenan”, the word echoed inside her head. Did she hear that? Where did it come from? “Vhenan!”, the word louder this time. Lavellan jumped to her feet, her eyes scanning the forest. She didn’t need a weapon, she was a mage. Her hand started glowing with purple electricity as she got ready for something to happen. Behind her the party continued, oblivious to her absence.

In front of her in the distance the moonlight irradiated a white wolf. Lavellan, frozen in place stared at the sight. The wolf realising it had been seen, moved quickly back into the forest. Lavellan, immediately started running as fast as she could after the wolf. Deeper into the emerald forest, the trees became thicker until most of the stars couldn’t be seen anymore. Out of breathe, and no longer having the wolf in her sights she fell to the forest floor in a pool of tears. 

A few minutes passed as the Lavellan collected herself and stood up. Exhausted she turned around to return the way she came, and a figure emerged from the darkness into the moonlight. “Ir abelas, vhenan”, Solas said as he slowly walked towards her. She stared in astonishment, wondering whether she was in the fade and this was all a dream. “I have a gift for you”, he said as he walked up to her, leaving almost no space between them. She stood staring at him, still not knowing what to do or say, her mind completely blank. He gently brushed a dangling hair that had fallen from her plait behind her ear as he whispered, “I am very sorry, my heart”. Lavellan, finally feeling something looked deep into his eyes. He could see her pain and he felt it too, that is why he returned. She looked at him longingly and said with sadness in her heart “why have you come?". He carefully lifted up her arm where the mark once was and unfolded the material to touch her skin. His eyes once again met hers as they glowed with a flash of light. She looked down, amazed to find that she had a hand once more. “Thank you Solas. Ir tel’him”, she said gratefully placing her hand on his cheek. “Ar lath ma, vhenan. I should have never left”, Solas said full of sorrow. A tear ran down his cheek and Lavellan lightly brushed it away with her thumb. “It’s okay”, she replied meeting his gaze. “I will never leave you again, I promise”, he said suddenly grabbing her by the waist as he pulled her tightly against his muscular body. She closed her eyes as their lips met in a passionate kiss. She wrapped her arm around his neck and kissed him, letting go of all her heartache, knowing that she had received her happy ending. "Ar lath ma”, she whispered to him. "I love you too my heart", he replied.

[jennifertaylorartist]

The Way Home

We find ourselves in a forest full of illumination and enchantments, lost in a beautiful world, yet a moonlit path guides us home, winding through forest blossoms and flowers. The colours are whispering and gentle in this piece, such what you would find at twilight. A magical piece and place, to capture the heart and imagination. A dreamy landscape to hang anywhere in your space, offering a little window into another world. Arrives ready to hang and enjoy.

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[onlythebestportraits]

Flickr: Emerald forest by Sarah Gallaun https://www.onlythebestportraits.com/post/24701/

[vincentdesjardinsdraws]

My entry for Spoonflower's "Emerald Forest" challenge came in at 12th place out of 563 entries. Can you guess which classic mid-century animated film was my inspiration? #emeraldforest #spoonflowerfabric #spoonflower #spoonflowerchallenge #woodland #midcenturydesign #homedecor #upholsteryfabrics

[jennifertaylorartist]

pretty as a print...Etsy is positively brimming with beauties...

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Forever Fall vs Emerald Forest Comparison

Location and Setting

Both: Located in the Kingdom of Vale (now destroyed) on continent of Sanus, Remnant

Forever Fall: North of former city of Vale

Emerald Forest: Near Beacon Academy, extending from Beacon Cliff

Geography and Terrain

Forever Fall

Mountainous with cliffs and elevated terrain

Covered in distinctive red-leafed trees creating dust-red appearance

Red grass throughout the forest floor

Railway line cuts through at low points

Visually striking due to unique red sap-producing trees

Extends for miles along Vale's north coast

Emerald Forest

Dense, lush green forest with varied terrain

Less mountainous than Forever Fall

Contains caves with ancient Human-Grimm cave art

Features ruins and archaeological sites

More traditional forest aesthetic

Proximity to Beacon Cliff makes it accessible for training

Points of Interest

Forever Fall

Railway infrastructure running through forest

Small White Fang camp (temporary)

Ancient ruins (featured in RWBY: Grimm Eclipse)

Red sap-producing trees (valuable for research)

Merlot Industries storage facility ruins

Emerald Forest

Abandoned Temple (crucial for Beacon Initiation)

Caves containing ancient artwork

Security network cameras installed by Beacon Academy

Archaeological ruins at northern end

Merlot Industries' cages and research equipment

Inhabitants and Wildlife

Forever Fall

Grimm: Beowolves, Ursai, and other standard types

Unique Threats: Rapier Wasps (dangerous insects)

Wildlife: Crows and other forest animals

Human Presence: White Fang members (temporary camps)

Emerald Forest

Grimm Diversity: Beowolves, Ursai, King Taijitus, Nevermores, Death Stalkers, Creeps, Boarbatusks

No permanent human residents

Regular use by Beacon Academy students for training

Caves serve as Grimm lairs

Purpose and Function

Forever Fall

Setting for "Black" Trailer (Blake's White Fang activities)

Site of White Fang operations and conflicts

Location for Merlot Industries' experimental activities

Resource collection site (red sap harvesting)

Less structured, more "wild" environment

Emerald Forest

Primary purpose: Beacon Academy Initiation site

Structured training ground for prospective Huntsmen

Team formation location (Teams RWBY and JNPR formed here)

Monitored environment with security systems

Relic retrieval testing ground

Cultural and Symbolic Significance

Forever Fall

Name origin: Perpetual autumn-like appearance with red foliage

Symbolism: Permanence and beauty mixed with danger

Economic value: Red sap research and collection

Personal connection: Painting of Forever Fall appears in Team RWBY's dorm

Aesthetic inspiration: Infrared photography creating surreal red hue

Emerald Forest

Possible inspiration: The Wizard of Oz's Emerald City

Symbolism: New beginnings and trials for students

Historical significance: Ancient ruins suggest connection to lost kingdoms

Mythic quality: Cave art hints at Remnant's ancient history

**Represents growth and teamwork for Beacon students

Notable Events

Forever Fall

Blake's White Fang activities ("Black" Trailer)

Team RWBY's exploration in RWBY: Grimm Eclipse

Merlot Industries' ruins investigation

White Fang camp operations

Red sap collection missions

Emerald Forest

Beacon Initiation: Students retrieve relics and form teams

Epic battles with Death Stalker and Nevermore during initiation

Security breach investigations in RWBY: Grimm Eclipse

Merlot Industries' cage sabotage incidents

Regular training exercises for Beacon students

Comparative Analysis

Shared Elements

Both located in Vale on Sanus continent

Both infested with dangerous Grimm populations

Both feature ancient ruins connecting to Remnant's history

Both involved in Merlot Industries' mysterious activities

Both regions destroyed when Vale fell

Key Differences

Control level: Forever Fall is wild and unmonitored; Emerald Forest is actively managed by Beacon

Aesthetic: Forever Fall has surreal red landscape; Emerald Forest has traditional green lushness

Purpose: Forever Fall serves conflict and resource extraction; Emerald Forest focuses on education and training

Human activity: Forever Fall hosts illicit operations; Emerald Forest supports legitimate academy functions

Size scope: Forever Fall spans miles of coastline; Emerald Forest is more contained near Beacon

Environmental Threats

Forever Fall: More external human threats (White Fang), unique insects (Rapier Wasps)

Emerald Forest: Greater variety of Grimm species, cave-dwelling dangers

Both: Standard Grimm presence makes traversal dangerous for untrained individuals

Narrative Function

Forever Fall: Backdrop for conflict, external faction activities, resource-driven subplots

Emerald Forest: Central to character development, team formation, structured challenges

Both: Represent different aspects of Vale's wilderness and the dangers facing humanity

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Detailed Analysis

Geography and Aesthetic:

Forever Fall: Stands out for its unique red-leafed trees and red grass, creating a surreal, autumnal landscape that looks like it’s perpetually in "fall." The presence of cliffs and mountains adds verticality, while the railway line suggests human infrastructure cutting through the wilderness. The red sap is a distinctive resource, tying it to research and economic value.

Emerald Forest: A more traditional green forest, lush and dense, with a focus on ancient ruins and caves. The Abandoned Temple and cave art suggest a deeper historical significance, possibly tied to Remnant’s ancient kingdoms. Its proximity to Beacon Cliff makes it a controlled training ground for students.

Purpose in the Narrative:

Forever Fall: Primarily a backdrop for conflict (e.g., Blake’s White Fang activities in the "Black" Trailer) and exploration in Grimm Eclipse. Its White Fang camp and Merlot Industries’ ruins suggest it’s a hotspot for illicit or experimental activity, with the red sap adding a resource-driven subplot.

Emerald Forest: Central to the Beacon Academy Initiation, where students are tested for teamwork and combat skills. It’s a structured environment monitored by Beacon (via cameras), making it a proving ground for Huntsmen. The Grimm Eclipse subplot with Merlot Industries adds a layer of mystery post-Initiation.

Inhabitants and Threats:

Both forests are Grimm-infested, but Emerald Forest has a more detailed roster of Grimm (Beowolves, Ursai, King Taijitus, Nevermores, Death Stalkers, Creeps, Boarbatusks), emphasizing its role as a dangerous training ground. Forever Fall mentions Rapier Wasps, a unique insect threat, alongside standard Grimm, and its White Fang camp introduces human/Faunus antagonists, which Emerald Forest lacks.

Forever Fall feels more "wild” with its White Fang presence and less structured human oversight, while Emerald Forest is actively managed by Beacon for initiations.

Cultural and Symbolic Role:

Forever Fall: Its name and red aesthetic evoke permanence and beauty tinged with danger (Grimm, White Fang). The red sap and its research value suggest it’s a resource contested by various factions. Its painting in Team RWBY’s dorm adds a personal touch for the characters.

Emerald Forest: Symbolizes new beginnings and trials, as it’s where Teams RWBY and JNPR form. The Wizard of Oz reference ties it to a fantastical, aspirational theme, while the ancient ruins and cave art hint at Remnant’s lost history, giving it a mythic quality.

Shared Elements:

Both are in Vale, on Sanus, and are Grimm-filled, making them dangerous. Both feature in RWBY: Grimm Eclipse with Merlot Industries’ involvement (ruins in Forever Fall, cages in Emerald Forest), suggesting a broader conspiracy. Both have ancient ruins, linking them to Remnant’s past, though Emerald Forest’s are more central to its narrative (Abandoned Temple).

Their destruction (as Vale is noted as destroyed) implies both may no longer exist in their original form by August 15, 2025, aligning with RWBY’s later volumes where Vale falls to chaos.

Contrasts:

Forever Fall is more expansive (miles along Vale’s north coast) and less controlled, with a focus on its unique red ecosystem and external conflicts (White Fang, sap research). Emerald Forest is more contained, tied to Beacon’s structured training, with a focus on student growth and historical remnants.

Forever Fall’s aesthetic is surreal and tied to infrared photography, while Emerald Forest’s green lushness and Oz inspiration feel more grounded and archetypal.

Key Insights

Thematic Roles: Forever Fall represents a wild, untamed frontier with external threats (White Fang, Rapier Wasps) and economic value (red sap), while Emerald Forest is a controlled, symbolic space for personal growth and historical mystery.

Narrative Function: Emerald Forest is pivotal for character development (Initiation, team bonding), while Forever Fall is more about external conflict and exploration, especially in side media like Grimm Eclipse.

Visual and Cultural Contrast: Forever Fall’s red, autumnal vibe contrasts with Emerald Forest’s green, vibrant one, reflecting different storytelling tones—Forever Fall feels foreboding, while Emerald Forest feels adventurous.