Dragon Gateway

[Attn: Open]

The City of Myreria; it was quiet this time of the morning. Isadeva made her way silently down the stair cases, and into the main hall of the riders court. Several of the staff nodded towards her as she passed, some even greeting her kindly as she quickly brushed past them all.

No one was surprised to see her up this early. It had become a ritual for her; get up, eat a little breakfast, and rush through the Keep to avoid any and all attention. Her first stop was the dragon's nesting area. Several of the dragons loved the attention that she showered on them, and of all the talk of them being horrid beasts that could kill you with the blink of an eye, there was nothing they loved more than a chin scratch.

She stopped outside the Nesting, sighing happily at the warmth that radiated from the sand that the dragons loved to sleep in. Taking a deep breath she started off through the area, smiling at the feel of the sand on her feet. She was supposed to meet Darius and Rhaegar here for a bit of out of the classroom class.
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[Attn: Dragons]
Lyamir let out a roar of a yawn, shifting in her shallow basin she had created in the sand. She had at some point turned so she layed on her back, and her feet swayed in the air slightly. All in all so far the day had begun to be good. The gnawing of the emptiness inside her soul was still there, and over time it had started to get worse. Part of her was missing and she wanted it back. Well perhaps back was the wrong thing to say, either way she wanted it, and was unhappy that they had postponed the initiation of the new recruits.

She felt some of the others join in on her discomfort, and sighed. At least she was't alone in it, she supposed it could be worse.
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[Attn: Open, Irakvorr]
While most riders were just now awake, or just now attending their duties, Daiden was awake and already half way into the wilds. He had risen early and while Irakvorr was not happy aboutt it, Rider and Dragon had left the city to hunt. The mountains were a dangerous place. Home to wild animals, as well as people. Daiden wasn't worried, however, it would have to be something very big, or very stupid to ever attack a dragon. The trees were thick here, and Daiden had finally told Irakvorr to land. They could continue on foot, as much as he knew the dragon wouldn't want too.

He patted the scaley hide of the creature affectionately, starting through the underbrush.
"Be careful, and stay close to me. I don't want to get lost. Even with our telepathy it would take us forever to find each other again," he thought towards his dragon, the mental link between them sending it loud and clear into his dragon's mind.

{Attn: Open}

Nedria begins unpacking her stuff once again. She is used to the nomadic lifestyle having lived it most of her life. Their house is a simple circular tent style one with a main area and two side rooms.

This time they are yet again outside of a small village at the base of the mountains. Nedria steps outside her home and looks around. It sure is beautiful here and quiet, hopefully they will be able to spend some time here. She can make out the village in the distance. They have never actually lived in a village. When she was younger she never questioned it, but now that she is older she wants to be around people.

She walks over to the area where they keep a few animals. She produces a ball of water in her hands, placing it into the water trough. Her parents don't like her using her magic, but she doesn't care. What is the worst that can happen? It is not like she flaunts it openly She turns as he grandmother steps out of the room they share. The younger woman gives her a hug. "Shall we take care of the animals before your parents get back, or would you rather practice your magic?"

Grandma was the only one that encourages her magic. Oh her parents knew that she is teaching Nedria. She can hear their arguments, but Nedria loves her one-on-one time with her grandma.

[Attn: open]
Drake has been up since the first rays of sunlight touched the sky, it was rare he ever slept any later than that after all he’d been raised to wake with the sun and work all day until it set. Pulling on his light wool under garments he dressed in his olive green leather light armor, it wasn’t his favor color, but you could say in a way he inherited it. The new recruits would soon be initiated and he could tell both dragon and rider were becoming restless and why not? It was argumentally the most important thing they would ever do in their lives.

As he passed some of the new recruits they greeted him hesitantly but a name he’d only recently become accustom to. “Good Morrow Drake,” one recruit managed to say in a shaky squeaking voice. Apparently this Drake Alveras as not only revered but also feared, interesting. Nodding in response he went to eat breakfast while most of the others were still asleep there would be plenty of time to get to know others when he himself was aware of who he was supposed to be which wasn’t some farm boy from a forgotten part of the country.
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[Attn: Lyamir and other dragons]

Inra awoke the restlessness and angst of the other dragons pulling her out of a restless sleep. She was much, much older than any dragon in the nesting and should have found her rider long ago, but the emptiness in her icy heart remained. Would this be the year she found her rider? Maybe, but there was no use getting worked up for something that may not happen, there had been too many years of being let done and being alone, her only solace was Isadeva and her kindness. Most riders wanted a young dragon, they thought they would be more teachable that way, but Inra wasn’t dumb and she’d do just about anything for that fulfilling bond.

Glancing around at the younger dragons she wished them the best with this group of recruits, but held little hope for herself as she rolled around in the sand before settling once more.
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[Attn: Isadeva, open]

Lazarus had seen Isadeva try to stealthy go about her morning routine, but he’d memorized it by heart, it was after all hard to agitate someone if they continually slipped through his grasp. Allowing her to eat her breakfast in peace he watched her from the shadows no one taking notice of him at this early hour, then again no one ever took notice of his skills or efforts let alone his presence unless he made them. Keeping a safe distance he followed Isadeva to the Nesting, the warmth suffocated him, but he didn’t care he wanted to have a little fun.

Approaching Isadeva silently he looked at a few of the dragons, one was such a runt, stupid dragon. “They’re an ugly lot aren’t they.” The announcement seemed to give Isadeva a start and brought a broad and cocky smile to his face.

[ATTN: Isadeva, Lazarus, Open]

Rhaegar had been in Myreria as a new recruit for about a week now and he had already decided he hated it there. His parents had told him he'd be getting one of the best rooms there, but it was more like a dungeon. He was stuck in classes with low-lifes and his teachers argued with him.

Apparently this morning he was supposed to meet Isadeva at the nesting area instead of going to class, so he hoped he'd be getting his dragon soon. If not, at least he'd be out of the classroom for a while, though he couldn't think of what other reason they'd have for getting him to go there.

He got ready and headed toward the Nesting. He ignored everyone he passed in the halls and went straight to his destination. When he got there, he didn't see anyone standing outside of it, so he looked inside. He saw a woman who he recognized in there with some other guy.

"Hey! I'm here!" he called at her.

[ATTN: Isadeva, Lazarus, Rhaegar]

Waking up beside his bed, Darius could not remember if he had made it to his bed or if he had just fallen off during the night. He hated this time of day, he could never be in a good mood in the morning and was always so sleepy it was hard to know it was actually him.

Darius then goes to get ready, wash himself and get dressed, because he had promised to meet Isa and Rhae at the Dragon's nesting area at this time.. He did so very slowly, not caring if he would be late *Eh... their used to it anyways* he thought to himself.

He than leaves his house and starts ''sleepwalking'' while trying to find his way, he bumps into every person that he comes a cross and mumbles ''sorry...'' every time. He than opens his eyes to see where he was, just to find out that he is at a totally wrong part of the city. So he turns back and tries again. When if finally reaches the nesting area and see's Isa and Rhae.. and an unknown face, he asks ''Why did i accept to waking up this early to come here again ? i hate mornings....'' while staring at Isa with his very sleepy eyes.


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Rewilin was in a deep sleep when Lyamir yawned loudly and woke him up. He slowly opens his eyes, not completely tho because he tries to get used to the light. Rewi than slightly yawns and remembers that today is the day the recruits would come visit them but he was already bonded to Drake. He had helped Rewilin get passed the first few months of his life when he was fighting for survival... Since than he had always been close to the human and would always be.

Since he had nothing to do but wait, he stretched and then started to clean his claws while he waited for a turn of events.

{Attn: Open}

Nedria smirks at her grandmother. "You know I would love to practice my magic!"

Her grandmother takes her shield off her back. "Good now attack me only using your magic, don't worry about hurting me, you aren't the only magic user." She is right about that, grandma has some healing abilities.

Nedria starts by making a lance out of fire, which she throws at Grandma. It is blocked by the shield. "Good now try another, someing smaller this time."

Nedria pauses waiting to catch Grandma off guard, this time she made little fire arrows. Not only are they faster, but she can make more of them. Grandma block most of them, but one does graze by her head. "Good job you almost got me that time."

Nedria doesn't stop and quickly hits her with some lightning. Grandma was not prepared and takes the attack full force. Nedria hears her scream and stops her next water attack. "Grandma!!" She races over to check her out. "I am so sorry." Nedria kneels next her her grandmother.

Grandma waits until the perfect moment and springs up, knocking Nedria to the ground. Nedria rolls over pinning grandmy to the ground with shards of ice. "Good you are learning. Remember an enemy will fight to it's death."

Luckily the only "enemies" they have dealt with so far is either wild animals going after theirs or bandits. Nedria is not foreign to fighting, but does not like to do it on a regular basis.

She releases her grandmother and helps her up. "Grandma I wish we can stay here for a while. I want to go to town meet some of the people. Have some friends maybe even sleep in a real house."

Grandma puts her arm on her shoulder. "You know what, go ahead and sneak into town tonight. I will cover for you, just don't be too late. I have the perfect dress for you to wear and everything. Plus I will give you some pocket money."

Nedria's face shines and she hugs her grandmother tightly. "Are you sure? You are the best grandma!!"

Her grandmother smiles. "Come on let's get our chores done."

[ATTN: Open]

Simone knelt in the brush, resting for only a moment on the side of the mountain. She had been moving all morning, trying to find something to eat. Her supplies were running low, and she had been trying to find something besides herself that was alive all morning, with little luck.

She held her bow loosely at her side as she finally rose again. Simone started pushing her way slowly through the brush, careful not to be too loud. There were a few birds, but besides that, the silence was nearly deafening.

Loneliness as well as hunger started gnawing at her stomach. Simone pursed her lips, shoving the feelings back. She'd go into town later, when the bars were full and she could be certain that most soldiers were either sleeping or drinking. She couldn't take any chances, not when one slip could reveal her secret power.

Simone pulled the hood on her cloak up against the cold, and continued her march.

[Attn: Lazarus, Darius, Rhaegar]

Isadeva had been lost in thought when she heard the masculine voice behind her. She let out an annoyed breath a moment later, turning to narrow her eyes at her unwelcomed guest.
"Well if you don't like it, the door is that way. I'm pretty certain that you came through it so you should know where it is."

Her face softened slightly when she heard both of her students announce their arrival. She peeked around Lazarus' shoulders, waving at Darius and Rhaegar.
"I'm so glad you two could make it, you're going to help me care for some of the riderless dragons. Don't worry, they won't hurt you."

She locked her eyes on Lazarus, forcing a smile onto her lips. "Would you like to help us, Rider?"
She emphasized the last word with venom in her voice.
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[Attn: Dragons, Open]

Lyamir heard the voice of Isadeva through the snorts and growls of the other dragons around her. A faint purr began in her chest like a high rumble. She shifted onto her side, and then pushed herself up onto her feet. She shook herself off, the sand falling from under scales.

Out of the corner of her eye, she saw Drokui eyeing the two recruits that Isadeva had brought with her. The male dragon let out a hiss, shifting in the sand as if aggitated. It was slightly unnerving to see the big fire dragon upset, and she let out a short roar in his direction.

Drokui answered her with a low growl, curling his tail around his body. There was something about one of the recruits that made his blood boil, and made him restless.
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[Attn: Irakvorr, Nephenee]

Daiden's reply died in his throat as the woman charged out of no where. The impact of Irakvorr getting knocked down threw him back, and he landed with a grunt against a stump. The blow left him dazed a bit, but the pain that exploded through the mental link between him and his dragon caused the daze to leave him quickly. He knew that at tis particular angle he would be more trouble than help, and would most likely get n Irakvorr's way.

Using the dragon's body as a way to shield himself from Nephenee's sight, he crept around around the two of them. The woman had skill, and he was impressed that she had the gall to attack a dragon. He studied her form up until the point Irakvorr used his lighting attack.

The rider then made his move. Coming up from the side, he firmly planted his sword against the area between Nephenee's shoulder and neck; the impact would leave a nasty bruise, but it wouldn't hurt her too much other than that.

"Enough," he said, his voice filling with the normal authority it held when he was addressing the Rider's Court.
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{Attn: Nyrishae, Isadeva, Lazarus, Darius, Rhaegar}

Kyra strode quickly down the corridors, headed to Nesting to pick up Nyrishae. She didn't have a training group until afternoon and she wanted some practice time to herself. To Kyra you could never have enough training, you can never be too prepared. She absently nodded at the riders and students that she passed in the halls. As she approached Nesting and could smell the warmth, her mood improved. Flying was the only escape she had. When she was on Nyrishae's back she didn't think about her mother still missing or her dad catatonic in the infirmary...much. It was still there, the grief and worry, hiding in the back of her mind, but it didn't invade every thought and action.

Turning into Nesting she slowed at the tension in the room. "Isa, is everything all right? What's the problem?"

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{Open}

Gray sleepily opened his eyes and looked around the Nesting area. Most the other dragons were awake, grooming or eating. He ignored them, like they ignored him and put his head back down. He didn't know why he stayed here, he didn't want a rider anyway. Today, when he went out to exercise maybe he would just fly off into the mountains, then he could avoid feeling like an outcast, even among his own family. Gray looked toward the voices of the humans he heard in the middle of the room. He recognized Isadeva, she was nice to him. He didn't recognize the two younger guys, but Lazarus he knew, he didn't like him much. Gray's eyes kept wandering to one of the younger guys, a student he guessed. Gray didn't know what it was about the student, but he was making him feel weird. Trying to avoid touching the other dragons, Gray moved closer to the people.

[ATTN: all in Nesting Area]

Darius isint really paying attention to the blabber going on between the others that keep arriving one after the other.. he just looks around with his sleepy eyes.. bent over and arms hanging towards the ground, totally no energy.

He than see's a white dragon staring at him and advancing towards him. As Darius looks at this dragon he gets a strange feeling that he hasn't felt before. So he says out loud, while still looking at the dragon ''I'll take care of that white one over there'' suddenly looking quite awake. Darius doesn't even waits for Isa to answer, he starts walking towards the Dragon.

Once he gets close to him, he says ''Well hey there... Im Darius.. your making me have this fuzzy feeling... i dont get it...'' looking kind of confused.

[Attn: Irakvorr, Nephenee]

Daiden brought his sword around in an arc, smashing down against Nephenee's spear with a sickening crack. The spear didn't break, but there might have been a crack in it at the least
"Attack my dragon again, and I'll lop off that pretty little head of yours." Daiden replied, his voice was calm, but there was a storm brewing under the facade.

One thing he couldn't stand was for Irakvorr to get hurt; the dragon was just as much a part of his family as his sister and parents were. He had already lost his parents, was close to losing his sister with as much as she pushed herself, and he was not about to lose Irakvorr. Ever.

[ATTN: Daiden, Irakvorr, Nephenee]

Simone stopped again, sitting down hard on the rough ground. Still no luck. She rested her head in one hand, laying her bow at her side. She really didn't want to use the rest of her rations before she found something else to eat. It was like a safety net for her, and she didn't want to lose that and be entirely dependent on what she found.

Simone raised her head as she heard the sounds of combat, coming from somewhere below her on the mountain. Her first instinct was to flee, get away from the danger, but she could just barely hear another woman's voice, carried up into the mountains. She got up quickly, grabbing her bow and picking her way down the mountain.

Simone knelt, sliding down a short drop, and landing lightly on her feet. She looked down again, searching for signs of the battle. Simone felt the blood drain from her face as she saw a large, yellow and green shape through the trees. There was nothing that big and that color in the mountains - except for a dragon.

It hadn't noticed her yet, thankfully, and Simone stepped back, crouching in the undergrowth. As much as she wanted to run, she wanted to see the outcome of the fight she was hearing just as much.

[ATTN: Nesting area folks]

Rhaegar folded his arms, an unamused look on his face. "Why do we have to look after them? Can't they look after themselves?"

He looked at the dragons, all laying around in that hot, sandy place. They all seemed perfectly capable, and he didn't plan on doing any manual stuff if he could help it. His eye caught on the big, red fire dragon for a moment, but then he looked back at the humans.

{Attn: Darius}

Gray was surprised that the human walked up to him and then talked to him, but he wasn't really sure how to feel about what he said. A fuzzy feeling? Gray was suddenly very concerned that he had found his rider. How was he supposed to escape this place if he was already attached to the student? Gray backed up a few steps, hoping distance would lessen the feeling of rightness, but it didn't work. He started to panic, both at the thought of running away from his rider and losing his freedom. He didn't want to be tied to a human, forced to do their will, with no opinion of his own.

Gray took a deep breath and not knowing what else to do, he laid down again. He decided he would let this human take care of him for now and he would think about what to do next. It was too soon to make a decision and it wasn't like he had to bond right this minute. Gray just looked at Darius, waiting to see what he would do.

[ATTN: open]
“Feisty this morning aren’t we Isadeva? And in front of recruits no less, whatever will they think?” His raised brow made it look as if he cared but the rest of his stance showed that he cared very little for what anyone especially some new recruits thought. “Help with the riderless dragons? Sounds like they’re having some personal problems, I mean by the kings this dragon has been here longer than we have.” He pointed to smaller sized dragon who he knew was well over ten years old and yet still has no rider. “I take care of my own dragon and mine alone Isadeva, reject dragons are for the recruits to look after.” A sinister smile on his face he looked to Rhaegar who had the nerve to protest his assignment, “I don’t believe there was any question to what you would be doing. You can either care for them by choice, or by force after all in the scheme of things you’re nothing.” With a growl he turned and left the nesting grounds having achieved his task of ruining Isadeva’s morning.
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[ATTN: dragons, open]
Inra knew Lazarus had been talking badly about her, she wasn’t stupid and he’d been saying the same thing for years now. Snorting in his direction she wanted to blow ice at him but thought better of it not wanting to mess with his dragon. As Lazarus left Inra stood and stretched slowly making her way over to Isadeva before stopping a little short and rubbing her head against the woman’s shoulder as a sign of affection.
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[ATTN: Rewilin]
Done with breakfast Drake headed down to the nesting in order to see Rewilin, feed him, care for him and take him out for a fly. Seeing Lazarus coming his way Drake stepped far off to the side not wanting to mess with the other rider since they got along like fire and ice. Passing him up he allowed the warmth to flow through him as he entered the nesting. Nodding at Isadeva and her charges Drake continued on toward Rewilin, “Morning friend.” Drake scratched under Rewilin’s chin glad the dragon was back to good health since it had been touch and go for a while when Drake had first began to take care of the then injured dragon.

ATTN : Open

Nymeria opened her eyes, now awake due to all the noise around. Looking around, she saw plenty of humans and of course all the dragons that were in the nest. No human claimed to be his raider yet. Nymeria didn't know if she should be happy about it or not, she was very anxious about her fate. Maybe the rider supposed to be linked with her died or did not make it to the city.'' Maybe i'll never have a rider, she then thought, What will happen to me?'' Thinking about all those things, Nymeria realized that her stomach was growling.''Maybe eating something will calm me down''

[Attn: Nephenee, Irakvorr, Simone]

"Sweetheart, I was't trying," Daiden replied, twirling his sword in his hand. "However, I also don't want to fight you."

They needed people like her; especially now that people were coming up missing and their ranks were thinning. He was still bitter that the broad had dared to attack his dragon, but at least she had balls and they were sorely lacking those in Myeria right now.

"We can continue this fight if you'd like, or you can listen to what I have to say."

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[Attn: Nesting Area]

Isadeva clinched her fists at Lazarus' back, glaring at him as if hoping that she could burn holes into the back of his skull; although she probably could if she tried hard enough, and that is the last thing she needed at the moment. She smiled at Kyra, the gesture forced.

"Everythings fine, Now. You should carry on with your flight this morning, I hear you need it." She nodded at her slightly, turning to level her gaze at Rhaegar.

"As for you, they can, however its to help bond with each other, Rhaegar. If your dragon is hurt or sick they need to know that they can count on you to be there. Now, go pick a dragon. Once you picked one you can ask them if they are hungry or if they need help with any dry patches of skin. Sometimes they can't get to some areas to scratch it off. To help, pick up a handful of sand and rub it against the spot, repeating if necessary. Am I clear?"

[ATTN: all in neasting area, Gray]

Darius slightly pays attention to Isa's instructions then goes up to the dragon who had backed away from him ''Cmon now.. no need to be scared, I wanna help you out a little... you need anything?'' he said, glaring into Gray's eye's still feeling something strong. *This is my dragon.. but.. i have to make sure he's willing to run away from this city with me first...* he thought to himself.

As he was talking to Gray, Darius went up to him and scratched the bottom of his chin.

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[ATTN: Drake]

''Drake ! you came, i was hoping you would !'' Rewilin said with a lot of enthusiasm.. He than thought in the intention of Drake *Umm.. i am quite hungry, but after I eat we could go fly for a bit if you have time* as he was sending this message to Drake, Rewilin was smiling right at him and slightly purring as he was scratching his chin.

[Attn: Nephenee, Irakvorr, Simone]

Daiden made a harsh noise of aggravation.

'I hate it when you're right. I know we need her, but that doesn't mean I have to like it.' He shot a glare towards his dragon companion, shealthing his sword rather forcefully.

"Alright, princess I'll spit it out, but before I go on..."

The rider crouched slowly, picking up a handful of loose rocks and peices of wood. Without warning he threw them suddenly into the foilage. They struck something that made a noise, and Daiden stood again.

"You can quit hiding," he called out, narrowing his eyes at the new visitor.