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[Grits]

In celebration of Buffy’s new look, we humbly offer this scene from the Imperial City, where different worlds sometimes brush together:



Jerric waited outside Red Diamond Jewelry, watching folk move through the market. Though he would do without many things rather than trouble himself to shop for them, he loved everything about giving presents.

Lildereth slipped out of the crowd almost directly in front of him. She wore city clothes, but her hair was swept into a hunting braid. Her crooked smile was her greeting. Jerric wondered what she had been up to.

“Thanks for meeting me,” said Jerric. “Where’s Ulfe?”

Lildereth reached up and brushed some crumbs from his doublet. “She’s with Thernd in the Valley of Horses. That girl needs to run. Perhaps Bandit will teach her some manners.” They shared a smile over the thought. “You said you needed help with a gift for Buffy?”

“I already picked it out, I just need you to, uh…”

Lildereth gave him the eyebrow. “Steal it?”

“What? No! I need to you to get us, you know, a discount.” Jerric tipped his head toward the shop. “The fetcher in there likes me less than Phintias does.”

“All right.”

“And also check to make sure I got the size right. A Nord’s ring is a Bosmer’s bracelet.”

Lildereth crossed her arms and looked up at him, waiting.

“And get Darnand to enchant it with a charm of frost resistance,” Jerric admitted.

“Anything else?” Lildereth asked. “Aren’t you going to ask me to take you to lunch?”

“Lunch?” Jerric scoffed. “It’s barely ten bells of the morning watch.” He held the door open for her. “We’ll need to get a snack first.”

A short time later they were back on the street, toe ring in hand. It didn’t look so tiny on Lildereth’s small palm. “You are good at this,” she said.

“I know,” Jerric grinned. “It’s as pretty as an elven lass in the heart of her springtime. As—”

Lildereth cut him off with a combination snort and eyeroll. “Spare me! You Nords all think you’re bards. Let’s go. Anywhere you like. I’m yours until nightfall.”

Jerric tucked her hand through his arm. “Let’s go see the horses.”

For Dearest Buffy



The Toe Ring of Waterfalls


From your friends,
Jerric, Darnand, Lildereth, and Abiene

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[mALX]

A butterfly ring! What a perfect gift for Miss Buffy !!!

[King Coin]

What a wonderful little story!

[Acadian]

Dear friends, thank each of you so much for your insightful and most welcome reception to Buffy’s new look! She would reply, but she’s spinning like a top and dancing pretty joyfully right now in search of a cold waterfall to dip her toes into. . . .

Grits’ beautiful and touching story about Jerric getting Buffy a toe ring made her cry as well. How can such a big gruff Nord who seems to think with his stomach be so lovably wonderful at knowing just what an elf wants? The butterfly, the enchantment, the size – just perfect! She will cherish that ring, as it expands her water play and northern romping much later into the cool season! Thank you, Lildereth, for helping Jerric and letting him know he did well! Grits, thank you for allowing such a thoughtful gift, through the magnificent gift of your magic quill.

Buffy is a very lucky elf to have such friends!

We do like that Roadstroker outfit. Not only is it just Buffy’s style, but it actually fits her well. Her makeover required a change from BAB to the HGEC body to support her race mod. We selected smaller cup/hip sizes, reduced her weight in the CS and use EVE to help the vanilla clothes fit. That all said however, some of the HGEC outfits can make Buffy look like a short Sigrid.

[Grits]

Rain’s Hand the 19th


Jerric, Darnand, and Lildereth stood outside a wooden door inside the Mystic Archives. Jerric reached for the doorknob.

“Wait!” whispered Darnand. “We should knock.”

“It’s a surprise,” hissed Jerric. “You don’t knock for a surprise party.”

Lildereth slipped between them and put her back to the door. She spoke on the softest breath. “Are you telling me this is a surprise? This is a bad idea, Jerric.”

“What?”

“Surprising Buffy. We may end up full of arrows.”

“You make a good point,” said Darnand. “The Nord should go in first.”

Jerric stared at him.

“Do not concern yourself,” Darnand said. “I learned how to cure the effects of poison.”

“I’ll pull them out of you,” offered Lildereth. “If I may borrow your knife.”

“Never mind,” said Darnand, his eyes glowing with magicka. “The apartment is empty.”

The three looked at each other.

“I can get us in,” said Lildereth. “But that might be rude.”

“Yeah. Let’s wait for Aravi.” Jerric put down the keg and leaned against the door frame. “If it turns into a party emergency, I’ll just open the ale.”

Lildereth gave him the eyebrow. “You’re not going to drink Buffy’s gift without her.”

Jerric laughed. “That’s not her gift! It’s for… uh, the guests. Anyway, what did you bring her?”

Lildereth lifted her package. “A bottle of Tamika’s 399. For her to enjoy later on some occasion of her choosing. If you wheedle her into opening it tonight, I will kill you.”

Darnand drew a roll of parchment from his sleeve. “I am having second thoughts about what I made for her. This is a warming scroll with an area of effect, but now I am concerned that it might start a fire.”

Jerric plucked the scroll from his hands and passed it to Lildereth. “Yeah, forget it. You can give her half of my present. Just so you know, we got her concert tickets.”

“You changed your mind, then?” asked Lildereth.

“Yeah,” said Jerric. “Anyway, I don’t think she’d let me give her a tattoo.”

A slender Khajiit entered the Mystic Archives, laden with packages. The aroma of sweetrolls came with her. Jerric’s stomach rumbled.

“Aravi!” the three chorused.

“Thank you for coming,” Aravi murmured as she unlocked the door.

“A party? You don’t have to ask me twice.” Jerric pushed it open. “Thank you for organizing us.”

“I will always remember Buffy’s birthday, for it’s also my own. When Buffy heard that I don’t know my date of birth, she immediately offered to share hers with me.”

“How perfectly lovely,” said Lildereth. “That is so Buffy. Here, I’ll help you with the food.” She sent a warning glare at Jerric.

Aravi smiled as she put down her boxes. “I brought extra to distract him. Here,” she handed Jerric a sweetroll, “would you please set up the drinks?”

“I’m on it.”

Aravi inclined her head gracefully at the door. “Darnand, would you please watch for the other guests? It wouldn’t do to have Buffy meet them in the stairway.”

Darnand nodded and headed out the door, magicka shimmering in his wake.

Lildereth let out a gasp as she unpacked Aravi’s boxes. “Ebony arrows! Is this what you got for Buffy? May I see?” She eased one from the quiver at Aravi’s nod. “Flawless, and the perfect draw length. I wish it was my birthday!”

“Now,” said Aravi with one of her soft smiles, “let’s get this party started.”






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This post has been edited by Grits: Apr 19 2012, 06:22 PM

[King Coin]

Happy birthday Buffy!

The treats

Aravi's gift: 25 ebony arrows

[SubRosa]

Teresa heard that there was a party.

So she brought the Tamika's 399

Happy Birthday Buffy!

[Acadian]

SQUEEE!!! I nearly peed myself when I walked into my apartment to a surprise party! Then I started crying so I ended up a wet mess anyway. So Jerric, you must be careful around Lildereth; I mean now that she’s seen how you melt at the sight of elven tears. Darnand, your sparkling fireworks and clever wit made for such a festive evening! I’ve read all your published works but can never hope to match your skill. Lildereth, my sister of the forest, I will cherish and save that Tamika’s 399 until I know you, wise Darnand and the mighty hero Jerric have completed your daunting quest. Then the three of you must return to share it in celebration and tinkle goblets with me.

And what a thoughtful gift those concert tickets were! How on Nirn did you all know I love Caramell? She is such a wonderful singer. I bet the Arena will be packed! I’m sorry you all won’t still be in the city when she performs. I think I will take Malan with me – she's quite musical and loves Caramell too.

Aravi, *burp* the sweet rolls were yummy and how thoughtful of you to bring a Nord’s dozen. I so appreciate you making the long journey from so far north. And happy birthday to you as well! I wasn’t expecting you, so I hope you don’t mind that my birthday gifts for you were simply a pouch of triple damage poisons and one of my resist frost enchanted belly chains. I wish I could have gotten you a nice sword, but I wouldn’t have a clue what to look for of course.

By Kynareth’s wings where did you get those magnificent ebony arrows?!? Don’t tell Master Daenlin, but I’ll bet even he could not fletch such arrows! Thank you. Every time Slayer and I loose one into a foe, I will think so very fondly of each of you. Lildereth, I’m so pleased that Aravi and I could talk you into slipping a few of those deadly arrows into your quiver; when the imp chips are down and our magic is cursed, they just might be the thing to save our little elven situpons. Aravi, I understand you refusing to take some for your own quiver – how lucky to live where you can get more of them!

Teresa, I’ve so missed your faint smile! Thank you for bringing more of my favorite wine. That way we could fill Jerric up and still all get to have some. Your hair looked so elegant up off your neck like that and your silken outfit really drew out the emeralds in your eyes.

For each of you, my apartment is yours anytime you find yourself at the University. If I’m not here, just help yourself. I don’t lock it – keys are worthless within a guild of mages.

My tears are those of happiness at my good fortune to have friends such as you. Thank you for such a wonderful day!

Buffy

[Grits]

Happy Birthday Song

This post has been edited by Grits: Apr 20 2012, 02:39 AM

[Andrea]

Hello Buffy!

You probably do not know me but I can't help but see it's your birthday? Well as it is very last minute I haven't prepared a gift (Disgraceful, I know. Haha), but you have my warmest regards for this finest of days!

Jessika Andrea

[Acadian]

Thank you again for all the wonderful birthday wishes! I’m so delighted that you popped in Jessika! I hope you feel welcome and come back to enjoy good company, a warm fire, fresh sweet rolls, strawberries, mulled cider or perhaps a goblet of Tamikas.

A Contest!!!

Not too long ago, I was exploring a dungeon and came across someone rather unusual. He was quite friendly and had ears bigger than mine or even Superian’s!

Screenshot

Can you guess the dungeon? I’ll give the first one to get it right a hug.

Acadian and I are also trying to come up with a clever caption for the picture. He’ll pick the best suggestion and the winner gets a kiss from me!

Buffy

This post has been edited by Acadian: May 28 2012, 04:45 PM

[mALX]

Maxical

GAAAAH! I missed the Surprise Party, I was stuck in the Palace! URK! What is that thing? I must have slept through that class at the Arcane...ugh, it is ugly but kind of in a cute way. A contest, huh? I sure could use a hug and kiss right now! How about,

"Tamika 399...where did you wake up today?"

This post has been edited by mALX: Dec 5 2012, 05:47 AM

[Grits]

Is it red wine with goblin, or white?

The Nord is even less articulate than usual today. Could it be the prospect of a kiss?




This in from Darnand: Hammered.

This post has been edited by Grits: May 29 2012, 06:42 PM

[ghastley]

Is it red wine with goblin, or white?

The bottle in the goblin's hand is beer or ale. But I suspect the apposite libation is actually "Toadstool Grog".

[King Coin]

Aravi:

I remember that goblin when I was exploring north of Chorrol. He was out cold when I found him, I left him be.

A caption? Hmm, maybe "Little elf, might you have some wine to share?"

This post has been edited by King Coin: May 30 2012, 05:25 PM

[Acadian]

Ghastley got it right! We encountered the goblin while exploring Toadstool Hollow on a recent trip.

We ended up choosing a caption suggested by the potty-minded Mrs Acadian (with a little help from Darnand):
He may be hammered, but at least he’s barrel-trained.
Because I didn’t uphold my end of the bargain, I figure I owe kisses to all contestants. So for each of you (with an extra one for the big sweet Nord):

Acadian took some more shots during our travel north of the Imperial City.

Approaching Bruma I stopped to visit Caelia Draconis’ dear mother, Perrenia, at Applewatch. She and her dog Jake let me stay the night.

And of course, no expedition would be complete without clearing at least one Ayleid Ruin. You can tell I was getting rather bored by the time Acadian took this next shot. I think it does show off my snazzy outfit pretty well though.

Finally, Acadian turned me loose to kill stuff!

Thank you so much, my friends!

Buffy

[mALX]

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Maxical

HaHa! I love Mrs. Acadian's caption !!

This post has been edited by mALX: Jun 4 2012, 11:41 PM

[Grits]

How funny! Well done, Mrs. Acadian! In other news, it took a few days, but the Nord has regained his power of speech.

Buffy’s new wardrobe is sensational! The snazzy outfit with red hood and braids is a favorite among favorites.

How fun to see Jake the dog on patrol while Buffy and Perrenia sleep, even though there’s still plenty of room for him on the bed.

I love these shots!

[TrisRed]

LISSA:

Hehe, I have never seen that goblin before! How hilarious! Mrs Acadian's caption is just too funny. I wish i'd thought of that

Oh and happy belated birthday by the way Buffy. I hope you had an amazing day


This post has been edited by Rihanae: Jun 9 2012, 01:12 PM

[mALX]

LISSA:

Hehe, I have never seen that goblin before! How hilarious! Mrs Acadian's caption is just too funny. I wish i'd thought of that

Oh and happy belated birthday by the way Buffy. I hope you had an amazing day

Absolutely Awesome song in your signature !!! (and so very sorry to hear about your dad) <333

This post has been edited by mALX: Jun 17 2012, 03:33 AM