[GREENFLIGHT] The Green Fairy Wants Your Soul

[DruidTigeress]

Watching the sky with a somewhat glazed expression, his mind half somewhere else, G'len shifted his gaze when he heard his name being called. He smiled, an echo of Absinth's possessive glee at seeing her suitors jumping to his mind at the sight of their riders. "Good day, S'del." he greeted back, lifting his guitar and moving to lean it against the tree, to make room if the others wanted to sit or stand around. For a Stands candidate just a turn out of impression, he at least had the benefit of having been in the Weyr several turns prior, and had 'taken part' in several flights even before he had impressed, so the concept wasn't so unusual to him. For now, he was just trying to be accommodating.

He lifted a hand and waved as the other three approached. Riders of those pretty blues! Absinth's mind informed him. "It is indeed." he agreed, voice breaking into a laugh at the end, though he had a feeling that was more of his dragon's influence than anything.

Absinth, meanwhile, was basking in the male's attention like it was the sun on her ledge. Her heart soared almost as high as her wings were carrying her. Oh she did so love flights... Why couldn't she rise every day? They said such sweet things to her when she did. She continued to race forward without changing her direction, but climbing in altitude with every wing beat as she headed for the snow peaked cliffs behind the Weyr. It may not be the wisest move for a green, whose strength was in their speed and agility, but (young and reckless) wisdom wasn't what she was going for. She wanted to touch the clouds that wreathed those mountains!

And you're such a sneak! she said to Ironith. Because oh yes, she noticed what he was doing there! Trying to muscle out her others suitors! Not that it would work, of course. She cackled delightedly, her impish nature winning out. I love it!

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Males, roll strength and stamina!

Absinth's Stats
Strength: 10
Speed: 15
Dexterity: 17
Stamina: 12
Wits: 11

Absinth: Strength + Stamina = 22

Absinth's score = 17 + 5 = 22  

[BastetAmun]

Orodreth was continuing to climb, a slight snarl escaping him as the bronze was doing his best to use his size to his advantage. Orodreth wasn't a small blue, but he was not as large of a bronze, of course he was more agile and this proved to be easy as he used this to maneuver around and under the bronze. He took to the lead of the pack, not seeming to care if he overtook Absinth at this point in time. He was doing his best to show off how agile he was, how easily he could move through the air.

Tyra neared G'len and S'del, but she kept to herself as she leaned against another tree nearby.

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Orodreth's Stats
Blue Dragon: 40
Between 6-20 Turns: 10
Fit/Motivated: 10
High Reaches Native: 5

Total Points: 65

Strength: 12
Speed: 16
Dexterity: 12
Stamina: 12
Wits: 13

12 + 12= 24

First Round: 13
Second Round: 23

Orodreth's Score: 36  

[Masterharper]

Kindeth didn't seem to mind that he was falling behind in the pack. The bronze watched as Absinth flew towards the snowy peaks of the mountain, and he bugled his pleasure at the sight of her amidst the blankets of white. She was very pretty... and the blues and other bronze that chased were divine, too!

So taken was he by the scene that he didn't exactly power his way forward. While it was relatively easy for him to soar higher and upwards, he was so smitten by the entire loveliness of the flight, that he didn't exactly get very far. Galxath's wasn't too far ahead, but some of the others definitely were.

Oh, but he didn't really want to overcome them so early. Or make any of them feel bad. Maybe Absinth would surprise them all and turn tail, and then he'd be in a perfect spot to catch her, and bring her back to the Weyr. As they were supposed to, after all. Oh, no dragon had ever picked him before.... but maybe today would be his first!

Such loveliness, such perfection, such cleverness.

S'del, for his part, kept was making a valiant effort not to succumb to the flight lust too much. While he acknowledged those who approached with a smile, and a dip of his head, he did keep gazing back at G'len. Jut as Kindeth did not wish to turn his sight away, neither did S'del.

"It is a bit cool though, or maybe it's just the wind." It was hard to say -- honestly, the bronze rider was feeling a bit hot under the collar, though he knew that had nothing to do with the overall temperatures. He could feel the wind as Kindeth cut through it, could see the reflection of the snow despite being firmly on dry ground. Unlike some of the others, Kindeth hadn't participate in too many flights, and had never won one. "Won't be long before we'll need to roll out the heavy furs, and find other ways to keep warm."

. . . did he just say that. Oh, Faranth, help him. He wasn't sure if that was the flight or Kindeth, but either way, he could only hope no one in the group was paying him much mind. He didn't need bad pickup lines here... but Kindeth was thrilled. Like rider, like dragon, Kindeth himself couldn't help but be inspired by his rider, and called out, If the snow and ice sting you wings, I'll keep you warm beneath my wings!

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Kindeth's Stats:
Bronze Dragon: +30
Less than 5 Turns: +5
Fit/Motivated: +10
A High Reaches Resident: +5

Total: 50 points

Strength: 15
Speed: 5
Dexterity: 5
Stamina: 20
Wits: 5

Strength + Stamina = 35!

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1st Roll: 6
2nd Roll: 2

Total: 8
 

[ShinosBee]

Awwww, man. That bronze was just throwing his weight around and now Galxath had lost sight of the lovely green but—op, no, there she went! With a trill the glittery blue pumped his wings, pushing himself upwards and after her! He wasn't...okay he was really just not great at this whole straight-climb thing, but hwy! This was a green flight! And Galxath had been in one or two of those before. That meant lots of diving and twisting and swirly whirly turns! So all this straight up flying that made his chest hurt and his wings strain, that'd only be for a second.


...Right? Right? Oh, shards. Guess not! The blue'd half stalled already, expecting Absinth to duck or dive or do anything but keep flying straight on up. Feeling a bit the fool for pulling back and letting all the rest get ahead, the blue nonetheless kept pressing upwards as best he could

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Galxath's Stats
Strength: 5
Speed: 15
Dexterity: 17
Stamina: 15
Wits: 8

Galxath's score: 8 + 2 = 10  

[Waiver]

Will edit in response.
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About Ironith
Pros: Large, Fit, Smooth Talker, Witty, Confident
Cons: Huge Flirt, Large, Daredevil, Driven, Self-Critical

About G'er
Pros: Devoted, Empathetic, Approachable, Confident, Charismatic
Cons: Daredevil, Guilt-Riddled, Gambler, Demanding, Formal

Ironith's Stats:
Base points for bronze: 30pts
Between 6-20 turns: +10 points
Fit/Motivated: +10 points
A High Reaches resident: +5pts
55 Points

Strength: 15
Speed: 6
Dexterity: 5
Stamina: 16
Wits: 13

Strength + Stamina = 31
Ironith's Roll:  

[DruidTigeress]

Absinth soared through the mountain tops joyfully. Yes, this was a much better setting! Her stamina was wearing thin, but she wasn't ready for this flight to be over just yet. Time to pull a few tricks! As they flew past the peak of a mountain, Absinth shifted her weight and her wings as though to turn left, before switching back in an instant to sail just past the rocks on the right.

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Males: Choose! Roll Wits + Speed to spot the feint, or Speed + Dexterity to catch up anyway.

Absinth's Stats
Strength: 10
Speed: 15
Dexterity: 17
Stamina: 12
Wits: 11

11 + 17 = 28

((Will edit in G'len later this evening. Sorry for the delay. This weekend was nuts! For those who weren't able to post or get their RP in, it only counts for this round, so don't be discouraged! You still have every chance of catching up!))  

[ShinosBee]

One of the good things about having fallen a bit behind, honestly, was that when Absinth darted the way it didn't look like she was going to, Galxath didn't overshoot. In fact, he'd lagged behind far enough that he didn't even really notice the attempted feint as it was. To him, already partially distracted by worrying over his less-than-stellar performance, she'd simply banked right. He trumpeted, letting himself drift into an almost lazy curve to follow, his own natural dexterity and limberness letting him wriggle between the rough tops of the mountain peaks without a care. that made him feel slightly better about his chances, and he crooned as he passed near the sprightly green.

Come on my gorgeous green glimmer, you've got our love set to a simmer! Don't you see that I can soar? So turn our love up to a roar!

That was like, WAY better than before! Through the bond he felt an amused 'ha!' burst out of E'dan back in their weyr, and he rumbled in unconstrained pleasure. Maybe like, he could do this!

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Galxath's Stats
Strength: 5
Speed: 15
Dexterity: 17
Stamina: 15
Wits: 8

Speed + dex = 32
Galxath's score: 8 + 2 + 21 = 31  

[Masterharper]

Kindeth was still flying in his slow and steady pace. He was a large bronze, and had too much bulk to easily follow the rest of the sprightlier group. Thankfully, he didn't mind -- he was happy to be chasing, and though he did hope he might get high enough to latch onto some thermal or stream of air, he was a bit doubtful.

Thankfully, Kindeth was not a particularly negative dragon. He might not be right behind Absinth, but who knew where the green would go, or what she might do. He bellowed happily as he watched Absinth attempt to trick those closest to her. He was too far behind to really be feigned, but he tried valiantly to put on a burst of speed.

Such a clever one, you are! You will leave us all breathless in our pursuit as you reach for the stars.

So what if it was daytime. There were stars somewhere, weren't there, and if Absinth wished for them then she should have them. Or maybe he was just thinking stars since the blue dragon, Galxath, was swiftly pulling away, and with him, his most epic song.

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Kindeth's Stats:
Bronze Dragon: +30
Less than 5 Turns: +5
Fit/Motivated: +10
A High Reaches Resident: +5

Total: 50 points

Strength: 15
Speed: 5
Dexterity: 5
Stamina: 20
Wits: 5

Speed + Dexterity = 10!

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1st Roll: 6
2nd Roll: 2
3rd Roll: 6

Total: 14
 

[BastetAmun]

With the position that he was currently in, leading the pack, Orodreth had an easy job of keeping his eyes on the lovely Absinth. The blue male moved easily though the air, cutting through it like a knife and if he hadn't been paying such close attention he wouldn't have been able to notice her sudden feint. He reacted slower then he had originally wanted too, perhaps wondering if she was going to even go the way, perhaps it would be a double feint, trying to trick them even more.

A proud bellow escaped him as he took off after her, slowing down to adjust enough so that he didn't run into the mountain and then took off after her again.

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Orodreth's Stats
Blue Dragon: 40
Between 6-20 Turns: 10
Fit/Motivated: 10
High Reaches Native: 5

Total Points: 65

Strength: 12
Speed: 16
Dexterity: 12
Stamina: 12
Wits: 13

13 + 16 = 29

First Round: 13
Second Round: 23
Third Round: 16

Orodreth's Score: 52  

[DruidTigeress]

Clever boys! Absinth praised as many of her followers kept up with her around the turn. Of course, she was a little disappointed too.. Maybe she wasn't quite as sneaky as she thought she was. Oh well. No matter. She began to turn a wide arc back towards the Weyr, dipping in and out of the clouds. Oooh this was fun! Well, I'm glad someone noticed. she said to Kindeth, a little mollified.

Hmm. You know, I think you're getting better. she said to Galxath, her tail swishing along to the song this time.

The Weyr was a straight flight away now (though maaayybbe a little too far, she wasn't so good at judging those kinds of things just yet..) but that was no fun! Instead of soaring over the mountains, Absinth dipped in between the mountain top, making a last dash dodging between the snowy peaks.

G'len involuntarily shivered as a brisk mountain wind blew through Absinth's wings. "You're right about that.." he muttered back to S'del.

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Last round! Roll Stamina, Speed, and Dexterity for a last chance to impress!

Absinth's Stats
Strength: 10
Speed: 15
Dexterity: 17
Stamina: 12
Wits: 11

12 + 15 + 17 = 44  

[ShinosBee]

Galxath felt a thrum of pride when Absinth complimented his song. See? He could totally do it! He was like, super competent, for real! The confidence gave him a little burst of energy, and the blue dove after the green, daring to weave between the peaks and claw slowly closer and closer to her through the air. He might not have been the star of the show, maybe, but hey! You didn't have to shine the brightest to be the prettiest. As long as one pretty green liked his tune, well, hey! That was just fine with him!

Are we turning around? Is it time to head back? Hey, don't worry baby, I got your back! He called out to her, darting as close as he dared and the spires would allow, trying to look as strong and steady as he could. Sure, he'd messed up a bit and rhymed 'back' with 'back', but he could still get the job done! For sure!

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Galxath's Stats
Strength: 5
Speed: 15
Dexterity: 17
Stamina: 15
Wits: 8

Speed + stam + dex = 47
Galxath's score: 8 + 2 + 21 + 24 = 55  

[Masterharper]

Kindeth watched as the green turned back towards the Weyr. He had hope that maybe he could cut her off, but she was substantially faster than her. He flapped hard, trying to pick up the pace. The patience he had felt earlier was now turning into concern that the other dragons were far too quick for him; he was aware he was falling far behind, and with how the green dove and dodged the peeks, the bronze struggled to make ground. Instead, he better flew above the peeks, hoping he might make up for his large size.

Perhaps it was instinct, but something told him Absinth was going to make her choice, and soon.

I have no song to sing, but would speak of your beauty, of your brilliance, of your charm, to all who would hear. It was no lie. The bright green had always been fun and cheerful, and if only he were faster and speedier... Kindeth wasn't giving up hope yet, but he was pushing himself as fast he could go. His wings ached, but he had stamina to last... he just had to catch up!

S'del was feeling impatient, strangely enough. He could see what he wanted, but could not touch, could not embrace, could not have. Kindeth's impatience and yearning was a bit overwhelming. Flights were so different with a participating dragon. While part of the bronze rider tried to keep himself grounded, the other part was completely wrapped up in his dragon's wants and wishes.

So close, and yet so very far.

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Kindeth's Stats:
Bronze Dragon: +30
Less than 5 Turns: +5
Fit/Motivated: +10
A High Reaches Resident: +5

Total: 50 points

Strength: 15
Speed: 5
Dexterity: 5
Stamina: 20
Wits: 5

Stamina + Speed + Dexterity = 30

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1st Roll: 6
2nd Roll: 2
3rd Roll: 6
4th Roll: 19

Total: 33