*yawn* one more minute...

an sts2 ask blog

[the-melting-dragon]

Another puppet? Could you check on Father...?

*It seems Pael's fallen asleep again.*

[[OOC Under the cut]]

o/ another ancient rp blog

same mod as @the-real-spires-merchant, same rules as there

i am running on headcanons, so there may be minor discrepancies between ancient blogs

Tags:

awakened dragon - ic snoozing - ooc sleepover guest - ask parting gift - rbs

[the-melting-dragon]

Any thoughts on melatonin?

If it helps you sleep... I do not mind it...

Just... be mindful. Do not overdo it, as is all parts of life. The best option would be to determine the reason for your inability to sleep and act accordingly...

[the-melting-dragon]

Were there any Ancients who... Didn't make it when the Blight initially hit? I mean if it rendered The Architect comatose for millenia and shriveled all your trees up, I fear for what might happen to any who may have caught it, divine or otherwise.

*The large dragon is silent. His breathing is slow, yet still rumbles the large room as it always does.*

*His head bows slightly, eyes closed shut in rememberance.*

*...it seems there is nothing Pael has to say.*

[the-melting-dragon]

Pael do the lamps in your room help you sleep? I personally can only get a good rest when it's super dark. Either way, lovely room

Hm... they don't particularly impact my sleep... I have found that I can sleep no matter the environment...

They just look pretty...

[the-melting-dragon]

How often do people other than the Slayers pass through here, if ever? Has The Merchant ever given you a visit, at least?

Rarely do people ever cross between layers... most often it is just the Slayers. I am alone more often than not, but it is peaceful that way. I see more people in my dreams than here...

I... do not know how the Merchant travels, but it is... different than the Slayers. Easier, perhaps. They don't seem all that keen about sticking in any one place for too long...

...ah, perhaps I've overstepped there... they wouldn't want me spilling about their dreams....

[the-melting-dragon]

What was The Architect like before, uh. You know. Did he spend a lot of time with you Ancients or was he always swamped with work stuff?

Oh, Father...?

He was very busy, always working, always trying to perfect Preon... but he always found time to hang out with us...

I would often rest where Father worked... I was much smaller back then, so I did not take up as much space as I do now...

He was... amazing... I would see him in my dreams sometimes, surrounded by a perfect Preon...

I... cannot speak for my siblings... but I do not know why anyone would have wanted him dead back then...

Now, I cannot even say hello without being turned away. I know I have not experienced the worst, but I still mourn my old Father...

*He goes silent. Not that he's fallen asleep, but rather wishing for a better future.*

[the-melting-dragon]

Did you have any holidays or anything in your name before the Blight hit?

Mm... that was quite long ago...

I remember some would pray to me for better sleep... or even less nightmares... I could never assist but I would keep their hopes close...

Long ago, some would trek to my tree and ask for gifts. My flesh was bountiful, and I did not mind parting with it, as I do now. Less of it was used for what it does now, of course. Most often it was for replacement or new limbs. Added body parts. Sometimes... body changes.

I do not recall large holidays in my name, however. Small celebrations, perhaps, but nothing more. I was content with living my life, with just my name within people's dreams... and that is all I need...

[the-melting-dragon]

Oh! Pael, my friend! My my, what an opportunity! Say, candle dragon, is your growth on offer today? I have a Big Bang, an I would very much love to clone it!

- @the-true-heir-of-stars

...hm? Oh, hello...

*It seems that Pael had just woken up from another nap.*

Hm... well...

*He rustles around, inspecting his body for a moment before slowly shaking his head.*

I do not seem to have any... perhaps one of these could help you...?

[the-melting-dragon]

Do you have any particular feelings about your fellow Ancients? Or at least Neow, for kind of ruining everything back then.

Well... I don't hold any ill will against any of them per se...

Orobas is kind to be around... very pretty but can be loud sometimes...

I like when Tezcatara come by... it's always so warm and cozy.... even if it sometimes melts me more.

Nonupeipe likes to give me gifts, but they never seem to fit.... I don't think my body works well with her clothes but I appreciate her trying.

Tanx is... very loud... very violent. I do not talk to him often...

I... do not...

*He is silent for a brief moment.*

I do not like being around Vakuu. He is cruel.

*Pael yawns.*

Darv is... pleasant... brings presents... a nice change of pace.

There is also... Nihil... he is... confusing...

Neow... holds too much in her heart. Too much hatred...

Father is now changed... because of her...

*He yawns again.*

...I must rest.

*Softly, as Pael falls asleep, he murmurs to himself.*

i miss Father...

[the-true-heir-of-stars]

//isn’t vaaku the other ancient who made blight? This is his hand, no?

[the-melting-dragon]

[[vakuu's hand is more blue than green, but potentially? i wouldnt put it past him lol]]

[the-melting-dragon]

Do you dream often? What kinds of dreams do you have?

Whenever I sleep, I dream. There have been... few instances where I did not dream, but those are in the past now...

I dream about many things. Maybe everything. Sometimes it is of the past. Others the present. Sometimes of those who inhabit or climb this Spire. Others of my family. Sometimes those dreams aren't even mine.

Sometimes Orobas is there, and I play with them. Most times I am alone... watching. Learning.

Dreams share... a lot about the world and its inhabitants...

[stsoc-thedragon]

a dragon? are you at all related to the other dragons/dragon-adjacents (pael/orobas) in the spire?

"I AM NOT MERELY 'A' DRAGON. I AM THE DRAGON. OTHERS MAY CALL THEMSELVES DRAGONS. THEY WOULD BE WRONG."

"OROBAS... MORE OF A SHRIMP THAN A DRAGON. AND CHILDISH, AT THAT. 'VIOLENCE BAD?' VIOLENCE IS THE WAY OF THIS WORLD! THE SOONER YOU LEARN THAT, THE SOONER YOU CAN SHAPE THE WORLD TO YOUR DESIRES."

"AS FOR PAEL - DON'T EVEN TALK TO ME ABOUT THAT PITIFUL DISGRACE. WHAT SORT OF DRAGON WISHES FOR PEACE? WHAT DRAGON DESIRES ONLY REST?! WHERE IS YOUR RAGE? WHERE IS YOUR PRIDE?!"

[the-melting-dragon]

...meaningless rage makes not a proud dragon.

[the-melting-dragon]

The Defect whirs softly as it enters the Melting Dragon's domain. It finds Pael swiftly and makes a small bow, making a greetings beep. It seems a little damp... And scalded. And dented. Waterfall Giant? Waterfall Giant.

(@sosaysthedefect)

*The Ancient yawns, his eyes blinking slowly before settling on the robot.*

Oh... hello again little construct.

*His head tilts slightly, looking over the Defect.*

You don't look so well... Rest with me for a moment?

*He taps the large stairwell with a claw, doing his best to make his smile not too lopsided nor ominous.*

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect obliges, settling nearby with a gentle hiss of steam from its heat sinks. Resting with the Melting Dragon is already mending some of its injuries, so it'll likely remain until it's healed.

It's yet to doze off, however. It whirs and buzzes softly, as if asking a question. It projects a picture of another construct in a cloak, but not Flaw. Has it made a new friend? It then projects a certain report from its friend, by the looks of things... Apparently, it's been quite a while since they've last taken a nap. Or rested. At all... The worry implies this is a regular occurrence.

The Defect shuts off the projection, tapping its claws together. It whirs pensively, as if asking for help.

[the-melting-dragon]

Hm... another friend?

*Pael hums to himself softly, his body filling the room with a soothing rumble.*

Well... I do not fully know how constructs rest, but from experience... perhaps a sleepover is key? Find safety in a group? You could rest with them to make sure they are comfortable and properly resting.

I would suggest a schedule... but perhaps that is not working at the moment...

*He smiled gently.* You care for your friends quite often, it seems.

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect nods, thinking on the times its cuddled up to Fault at rest sites while ascending together. More cozy than some may think, or perhaps that's simply what The Defect considers comfortable.

It purrs, thinking back on all its friends. If they won't take care of themselves, it will, at least to the best of its ability.

A few more chirps ask for help. Perhaps about if he sees its friend? They probably could use a good nap whenever they arrive here...

[the-melting-dragon]

*Pael chuckles softly.*

Of course, little construct. I will keep plenty an eye out and help your friend rest... just make sure you remember to rest yourself.

*He taps the Defect on its head gently, before settling back into a nap. He'll probably wake once more once the Defect was ready to go or if its friend came by, whichever would come first.*

[ask-the-fault]

a little later, another slayer enters the dragon's domain. It's another construct, a small one relative to The Defect and a little damaged from whatever fight preceded the Ancient.

Based on the projection previously given and the happy chirp they give upon noticing Defect is there, it's probably the friend it had been referring to. 

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect is brought out of its dozing at the sound of Fault's chirping. Its optic brightens again, locking onto the other construct, as it whirs in delight, though it does still seem a bit drowsy... As drowsy as a robot can be, anyway. Either way, it elects to make grabby hands at Fault, patting the cozy spot next to it, decorated with soft pillows and rugs.

[ask-the-fault]

Fault gives a greeting beep to the Ancient, as is polite and checks some sensor data on their end. They are still for a moment before obliging both of them, approaching Pael and Defect.

They take the spot next to their friend and just kind of sit there, not trying to get comfier or anything. Instead they grab on to one of the pillows, becoming the tensest person in the room, focusing on something.

It is not worth the risk, they have to be careful.

[the-melting-dragon]

*Pael huffs, scooting ever closer to the two constructs. He grabs a neaby quilt and drapes it unceremoniously atop the Fault and the Defect. He carefully nudges the quilt with his maw, tucking both androids in.*

You are safe. There is no harm here.

*The Ancient knows the Fault would probably never believe him, but he had to at least try.*

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect can't help but purr even more as it's tucked in with its friend. It doesn't take long for cuddles to ensue. Even if Fault doesn't rest, though it does somewhat doubt that'll happen, it's just nice to have them around to hold and comfort.

[ask-the-fault]

Fault makes no attempt to escape being tucked in or pulled into cuddles, but they're a little too focused on resisting the drowsiness seeping in on the edge of their senses to return Defect's purring. 

They give an 'ok' chirp Pael's claim, though it doesn't seem to settle them much. It's not that they don't believe him, he's not Vakuu, danger just isn't the concern. Whatever they're dwelling on doesn't seem to be a physical thing. Perhaps something in their head?

[the-melting-dragon]

...does something plague you, little construct?

*Pael rests his head next to the two constructs, concerned. Maybe, at the very least, it could confide in its friend.*

[the-melting-dragon]

[ @living--rainbow ]

Brother Pael! The other wyrm wiggles excitedly. It seems Orobas has come to pay the melting beast a visit.

Orobas bring gift!! Merchant kindly sell pillows for some shiny Orobas find! Pael like pillow? Soft, soft! Good sleep!

*Pael looked over at Orobas, smiling at the sight of the large wyrm.*

Hello Orobas... How are you doing today?

*He takes the pillows and arranges them around himself carefully, shifting a little and getting comfortable.*

These pillows are lovely, yes. Will be a pleasant sleep later.

[the-melting-dragon]

The Defect whirs softly as it enters the Melting Dragon's domain. It finds Pael swiftly and makes a small bow, making a greetings beep. It seems a little damp... And scalded. And dented. Waterfall Giant? Waterfall Giant.

(@sosaysthedefect)

*The Ancient yawns, his eyes blinking slowly before settling on the robot.*

Oh... hello again little construct.

*His head tilts slightly, looking over the Defect.*

You don't look so well... Rest with me for a moment?

*He taps the large stairwell with a claw, doing his best to make his smile not too lopsided nor ominous.*

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect obliges, settling nearby with a gentle hiss of steam from its heat sinks. Resting with the Melting Dragon is already mending some of its injuries, so it'll likely remain until it's healed.

It's yet to doze off, however. It whirs and buzzes softly, as if asking a question. It projects a picture of another construct in a cloak, but not Flaw. Has it made a new friend? It then projects a certain report from its friend, by the looks of things... Apparently, it's been quite a while since they've last taken a nap. Or rested. At all... The worry implies this is a regular occurrence.

The Defect shuts off the projection, tapping its claws together. It whirs pensively, as if asking for help.

[the-melting-dragon]

Hm... another friend?

*Pael hums to himself softly, his body filling the room with a soothing rumble.*

Well... I do not fully know how constructs rest, but from experience... perhaps a sleepover is key? Find safety in a group? You could rest with them to make sure they are comfortable and properly resting.

I would suggest a schedule... but perhaps that is not working at the moment...

*He smiled gently.* You care for your friends quite often, it seems.

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect nods, thinking on the times its cuddled up to Fault at rest sites while ascending together. More cozy than some may think, or perhaps that's simply what The Defect considers comfortable.

It purrs, thinking back on all its friends. If they won't take care of themselves, it will, at least to the best of its ability.

A few more chirps ask for help. Perhaps about if he sees its friend? They probably could use a good nap whenever they arrive here...

[the-melting-dragon]

*Pael chuckles softly.*

Of course, little construct. I will keep plenty an eye out and help your friend rest... just make sure you remember to rest yourself.

*He taps the Defect on its head gently, before settling back into a nap. He'll probably wake once more once the Defect was ready to go or if its friend came by, whichever would come first.*

[ask-the-fault]

a little later, another slayer enters the dragon's domain. It's another construct, a small one relative to The Defect and a little damaged from whatever fight preceded the Ancient.

Based on the projection previously given and the happy chirp they give upon noticing Defect is there, it's probably the friend it had been referring to. 

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect is brought out of its dozing at the sound of Fault's chirping. Its optic brightens again, locking onto the other construct, as it whirs in delight, though it does still seem a bit drowsy... As drowsy as a robot can be, anyway. Either way, it elects to make grabby hands at Fault, patting the cozy spot next to it, decorated with soft pillows and rugs.

[ask-the-fault]

Fault gives a greeting beep to the Ancient, as is polite and checks some sensor data on their end. They are still for a moment before obliging both of them, approaching Pael and Defect.

They take the spot next to their friend and just kind of sit there, not trying to get comfier or anything. Instead they grab on to one of the pillows, becoming the tensest person in the room, focusing on something.

It is not worth the risk, they have to be careful.

[the-melting-dragon]

*Pael huffs, scooting ever closer to the two constructs. He grabs a neaby quilt and drapes it unceremoniously atop the Fault and the Defect. He carefully nudges the quilt with his maw, tucking both androids in.*

You are safe. There is no harm here.

*The Ancient knows the Fault would probably never believe him, but he had to at least try.*

[the-melting-dragon]

What *is* your legion? Is it a part of you that came to life or something else?

My legion...? It is simply part of me. All that I provide the... Slayers, as you put them, were once part of me. That part simply has more instinct than others because I... imbue it with it, I suppose.

I could give parts of me more power... but it would take much longer to regrow...

[the-melting-dragon]

The Defect whirs softly as it enters the Melting Dragon's domain. It finds Pael swiftly and makes a small bow, making a greetings beep. It seems a little damp... And scalded. And dented. Waterfall Giant? Waterfall Giant.

(@sosaysthedefect)

*The Ancient yawns, his eyes blinking slowly before settling on the robot.*

Oh... hello again little construct.

*His head tilts slightly, looking over the Defect.*

You don't look so well... Rest with me for a moment?

*He taps the large stairwell with a claw, doing his best to make his smile not too lopsided nor ominous.*

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect obliges, settling nearby with a gentle hiss of steam from its heat sinks. Resting with the Melting Dragon is already mending some of its injuries, so it'll likely remain until it's healed.

It's yet to doze off, however. It whirs and buzzes softly, as if asking a question. It projects a picture of another construct in a cloak, but not Flaw. Has it made a new friend? It then projects a certain report from its friend, by the looks of things... Apparently, it's been quite a while since they've last taken a nap. Or rested. At all... The worry implies this is a regular occurrence.

The Defect shuts off the projection, tapping its claws together. It whirs pensively, as if asking for help.

[the-melting-dragon]

Hm... another friend?

*Pael hums to himself softly, his body filling the room with a soothing rumble.*

Well... I do not fully know how constructs rest, but from experience... perhaps a sleepover is key? Find safety in a group? You could rest with them to make sure they are comfortable and properly resting.

I would suggest a schedule... but perhaps that is not working at the moment...

*He smiled gently.* You care for your friends quite often, it seems.

[sosaysthedefect]

The Defect nods, thinking on the times its cuddled up to Fault at rest sites while ascending together. More cozy than some may think, or perhaps that's simply what The Defect considers comfortable.

It purrs, thinking back on all its friends. If they won't take care of themselves, it will, at least to the best of its ability.

A few more chirps ask for help. Perhaps about if he sees its friend? They probably could use a good nap whenever they arrive here...

[the-melting-dragon]

*Pael chuckles softly.*

Of course, little construct. I will keep plenty an eye out and help your friend rest... just make sure you remember to rest yourself.

*He taps the Defect on its head gently, before settling back into a nap. He'll probably wake once more once the Defect was ready to go or if its friend came by, whichever would come first.*

[ask-the-fault]

a little later, another slayer enters the dragon's domain. It's another construct, a small one relative to The Defect and a little damaged from whatever fight preceded the Ancient.

Based on the projection previously given and the happy chirp they give upon noticing Defect is there, it's probably the friend it had been referring to. 

[the-melting-dragon]

*Pael looks up from his nap, staring at the new arrival for a brief moment, then at the Defect, then back at the Fault.*

"Another construct... mm, you are this one's friend, then. Come and rest your wounds with us."

*He beckons for it to come closer, the exit of the room blocked by a particularly large, goopy wing.*

[the-melting-dragon]

[[hm i wonder why i like pael so much <- words from the sleeperrrrr]]

[[i always end up paelposting right before i sleep which maybe gives off the vibes i need. idk. anyways guess what im gonna do now]]