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artemisia ( aρτεμισια ) ([personal profile] astromancing) wrote in [community profile] thuringen2016-12-03 05:28 pm

the chronos is woven

[ Though Artemisia was aware it had been a long time since she had been separated from her brother and taken under the wing of the poet Sophia, it didn't make the events that had transpired any less vivid in her mind. She remembers as if it were only yesterday that she had been reunited with Elefseus after he rescued her from that vile priest, and they, alongside Orion, had fled from Ilion together...but even that reunion had been short-lived, hadn't it? Yes...there had been a terrible storm, causing their boat to crash and separating them once again. And that was when Phyllis had found her washed up on the shore of Lesbos and introduced her to Sophia, who had raised her to become a beautiful woman who loved everyone and could overcome her grief. She had told her that no matter what hardships were thrown her way, she could do nothing but accept fate, and so Artemisia lived by that philosophy.

Even while the stars foretold her tragic fate - her impending demise - she lived by that philosophy. Even though she longed for nothing else but to see Elefseus again, to live happily with him forever just as they had promised when they were children ("Let's be together forever!" "Yes, let's!"), she had to cast aside such selfish desires because it was not what Moira willed for her, and she could not dare defy destiny.

That's why when she heard the commotion outside, the disruption caused by the intruders who dared to trespass onto Astra's holy domain, she knew that, too, was Moira's will. Even if she would be betraying her promise to her brother in the process, she simply could not allow someone else to die on behalf of her selfishness. She could not live with herself if she blindly let an innocent life to be taken. Therefore, she volunteered herself in Phyllis's place and showed no resistance as Scorpius's troops seized her and carried her to the temple of Hydra, the water god, to lift her up as an offering.

"I'm sorry, Elef..." She whispers, an apology she knows will never reach the ears it was intended for. "We weren't able to be together forever, after all."

Even so, had she become a woman whom she could feel proud of? Had she finally become the woman Sophia wanted her to be - a woman who could love everything and lived without fear or doubt swelling in her heart? If she had become that much, then...even if she harbored regrets of an unfulfilled promise, she could at least die knowing that truth. She could die with that fact comforting her.

Scorpius unsheathes his sword and approaches her. "O Hydra..." he says, drawing back his sword just enough to align it with her chest. "Please accept this offering."

And he moves in with a thrust. ]
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hope this works (^: breathes, boi

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2016-12-05 05:35 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Hurry, the feeling of desperation fills him to the brim. With every fiber of his being, he urges for his body to move forward. Elefseus awoke from a nightmare prior to disembarking from the ship he took to reach Lesbos. There were certain words engraved into his mind: Sacrifice; Temple of Hydra – Misia killed. He didn't completely understand what that meant but knowing that his twin sister was placed into grave danger rattled the younger twin to his core.

After receiving directions to the temple, he wasted no time with propelling himself up the stairs to where the Temple was located. And his fears were answered, the sight of his sister about to be stabbed....!

Elef wasn't going to allow for that to happen. He owned no sword, but his walking stick would be suffice. It's been carved out of hard wood, after all. Seeing the man committing the deed: the Red Haired man who drove them away from home in the first place made his blood boil. Putting enough strength in his legs, he pushes off - lunging forth with his walking stick in hand and he goes to deflect Scorpius's sword. ]


Keep your disgusting hands off her, you despicable low life...!

[ He's internally relieved to get there in time, but the sword is able to slash at him, causing for fresh blood to ooze out of his left forearm. With a hiss, he bites down on his lower lip and makes an attempt to use his weight to push the older man away who looked rather enraged by the sight of his sudden appearance. He briefly glances toward Misia, before facing Scorpius again. ]

Misia...? Are you all right? I'm sorry I didn't find you sooner.
Edited 2016-12-05 17:36 (UTC)
hadesvessel: († It's been a long time Illion)

elef voice: sore wa chigau yo! LOL but omfg same t bh

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2016-12-13 06:13 am (UTC)(link)
[ ...He's almost afraid that he came here for naught, until he hears Artemisia's voice; this relieves the traveler causing for the tension to briefly release from his shoulders. A smile threatens to appear on his lips, but he subdues it for now, because there are more addressing matters, namely Scorpius who stares him down angrily and Elef braces himself, now holding onto his walking staff with both hands. ] We will, once this nuisance is taken care of. Tis only a scratch, it doesn't hurt too bad! Stay close to me, all right, Misia?

[ If then ran, it's quite possible that Scorpius may attempt to follow. They might also be at a disadvantage if parts of the forest floor weren't level with one another. He decides for now to end the other here and now. Attention now focused on the red haired snake, his eyebrows furrow downward as he addresses the scondral who might have very well killed their parents, which causes for his blood to boil with anger and contempt.] ...your opponent is me, not her! I won't allow you to bring any more harm to her!

[ Despite being incredibly frustrated, recognition sparks in the red haired man's eyes and no later does a laugh leave his lips. "So it is you–– my, haven't you grown up considerably well." He lunges forward, armed with his sword and makes an attempt to slash at Elef, which the latter blocks, "alas for you, that you'll end up taking her place then, boy!" And he'll claim her next, sacrificing the maiden and then be able to gain the power of the Gods to finally claim what was his. However, Elefseus wasn't going to allow for that to happen. The two are in a shoving match, pushing each other back, but Elef won't allow for the older to win... ] And that's where you're wrong! [ He pushes the older man off balance again, and swings the thicker part of his walking stick toward the man's head that makes contact, his sword swerving off to the side and into the water. Elef then ducks down, grabbing the hilt, and in a fluid motion deals a blow to the other which causes him to yell out in excruciating pain. ]

...And you won't ever claim another life again!

[ And he pushes the blade down; no one lay a finger on his beautiful sister again. ]
hadesvessel: († nothing is promised to you)

omg don't worry, also i'm screAMING STILL THIS IS still great

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2016-12-19 07:10 am (UTC)(link)
[ It's over, is what Elefseus wants to think. They were far from the clear and he knows it. He watched as he pierced Scorpius with his own blade, watching till the light in his eyes began to dim. In his peripheral vision he spots them, draped in the colors of darkness – with skeletal faces that look on at the scene and they disappear. Just like in his childhood, in the slave market where lives were claimed they were there. He takes a step back, removing the bloodied blade from their assailant's chest, bringing it close to exam it.However he drops it into the water after a vivid memory comes back to him, a black sword, his hands have been dyed in red––...no, he didn't want that sort of bloody fate. Was that Moira had in store for him if he chose a path of carnage...?

Elef's thoughts are cut by hearing his twin sister's voice and he spins on his heel, coming to face her. Happiness etches its way onto his expression but then it drops, growing serious at her words. ]
You're right, we should hurry before any more decide to check up on him...

[ But when Misia let's loose of his hand, confusion mars his features for a split second. Watching her bound off on ahead makes him astonished – no matter how much she's grown, she still retained some of her mischief from back then. Her sudden proclamation causes him to gasp, and then he can't help but chuckle running on after her.] H-hey! –– that isn't fair! I've gotten a lot faster since the last time I've seen you!

[ And they run and run, he follows Misia's lead because she consulted the stars while he was not. He trusts in his sister's intuition, she's always been smart. Even back in the days where they roamed the fields carelessly, blissfully; his only desire was to return back to those days. And if he had to oppose the fate that Moira planned for him, so be it. A future of happiness with someone he loved rather than tragedy he'd much prefer, any day. Eventually Elef catches up Misia, it's thanks of his well toned muscles because of his travels. His limbs have grown considerably longer since the last time they saw one another, where he was scrawny and short and weak, unable to protect the ones he loved. But this time he intended to do what he was unable to do back then. ]

So where are we going to hide out –– ? [ He's genuinely curious of what Misia would say about the matter, and he tries to look on ahead, using his height to his advantage. He slows down to a slower pace to stay side by side by his sister. ] What do the stars say, Misia?
hadesvessel: († Equality is an illusion)

dreamwiDTH KEEP IT TOGETHER OFMG

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2017-01-15 06:54 am (UTC)(link)
[ When they near the beach his gait slows down to match his sister's pace; he passes a glance behind his shoulder. They couldn't be too careful, even though they were out of danger's reach. His attention returns Misia once more, eyes too wandering the beach searching for where they must hide. When Misia dashes off, it catches him off guard––] M-Misia, wait up!

[ And he pushes off his heel to try to catch up with her. Out of reach, he couldn't keep her safe; the memories that were presented toward him earlier pressed him to be by her side to keep within sight so she'd be kept from harm's way. His sight surveys the area once more, watching for any strange shadows that may sway unnaturally. This prompts for Elefseus to hurry more to catch up with Misia, and when he does his pace slows into a jog. Spotting the cavern within sight, he blinks now trying to catch his breath. When Misia slows to a stop, her brother mirrors her, trying to maintain his breath. ]

Mmm..that is true, yeah no doubt about that. I wonder if they'll give up since he's....[ He paused, that wasn't important. With Scorpius gone there was a chance without a leader that his followers would disband, or not. He couldn't read the stars like his sister could, so he lets that line of thought to die. ] Anyway, this place seems good to rest, but maybe we should proceed with caution just in case something else may be occupying it....?

[ A step forward is made, a step closer toward the cavern, while he glances toward Misia. ] Let's go check it out together...!
hadesvessel: († but he didn't know it would fall)

ahh it's cool my dude! dw about it haha.

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2017-01-17 10:32 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Feeling Misia loop her arm around him, he too returns a relaxed smile toward his twin sister. It's been quite a long time since they were last able to spend anytime together. That was years ago, where they blissfully lived, without any obstacles put to divide them. ]

Mm, you're right! It feels really nostalgic. [ Oh, how he wished things never turned out like they did, but he's happy to save his sister from her prewritten destiny. ] Like going through the fields....playing around. I guess the only difference is that we've grown a lot since then. Yeah?
hadesvessel: († the soaring bird was the freest thing)

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2017-01-18 09:33 pm (UTC)(link)
Heh, and you've certainly grown more beautiful.
[ When he propelled himself up the stairs of the temple before, seeing her taller figure, he almost hadn't recognized her. But thanks to the strange vision he received, he was able to prevent her tragic death. ]

...O...Of course I have! I've toughened up, you know? [ He puffs his chest a bit with pride, with all the traveling he's done in the last couple of years he had grown immensely. Milos' wise words often resounding in his mind when living day to day. ] I've learned a thing or two since we were separated.

[ He tries to maintain a serious expression, but it eventually cracks away a smile lets its way through and he too chuckles along with her. It's felt so long since he was able to feel silly – like a child. ] But I see you have as well, reading the stars... I'd never imagine you doing something like that.

[ He always imagined her do something else, perhaps, be more like the Amazons that he's heard a lot about through his travels. ]
hadesvessel: († Equality is an illusion)

[personal profile] hadesvessel 2017-01-19 05:58 am (UTC)(link)
[ When those words come from Misia's lips, he can't help but silently agree. O Moira, why did you cause for your children to suffer constantly? Pulling them through the mud, causing them to struggle on and on through life constantly? He remembers people saying the same, during his travels. The people at the port, some of the people in the various towns and villages he had gotten to visit. He pauses seeing his sister no longer walking along with him side by side.]

Ah. [ Elef stops now too, slowing turning to face his sister.]

...Moira has a strange way to raise her children then, don't you agree? But Misia, it's okay.

[ He takes a moment to close the distance between them, taking her hand into his own. ]

Despite everything, we've been able to overcome her games and prevailed, opposing what she laid for us.

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[personal profile] hadesvessel 2017-01-19 09:50 pm (UTC)(link)
[ His eyes advert from her own, remembering the nightmare that he awoke from. Sacrificed to Hydra, that was her destiny that Moira wished for his twin sister. He then frowns then promptly embraces Misia, bringing her close to his chest. Silently holding onto her as she talks – talking about her predetermined destiny and of a woman named Sophia.

Hadn't Milos spoken of her, prior? If he wasn't mistaken, they had...met once. A long time ago.]


I did as well, I'm glad to have prevented your death, Misia.... [ Tears begin to brim in the corners of his eyes, while he's talking toward her. ] I..do too, which is why I had gotten to you quicker. If I hadn't known, then....[ He trails off, the imagery flashing past him – as if to mock him of what was supposed to occur.]

...Admittedly, I...I...[ Tears begin to slide down his cheeks now.] had a nightmare of what was supposed to happen. It felt so real, it scared me to hurry up to find you – and I'm.. glad that I had it because otherwise I don't know how I'd live with myself... [ Her corpse lay in the water, clutching onto the moon that she longed to keep in the palm of her hand.

[ The carnage he committed – in his sister's name, cast down Arcadia and the King. And...whoever that woman was–– ? Ah, he feels a headache come on, which causes him to wince.]
...I was able to find my way home too, after we left Illion and...found mom and dad's graves back home. So knowing you were destined to die...I...[ Be alone with his own destructive thoughts too and the ominous shadow that lurked behind every corner too. Perhaps he still was a crybaby, even now. But Elef is elated to know his sister is safe in his arms, away from the dangers and the plans Moira had in store for her, no, the both of them.]

I'm relieved to know you're safe, Misia; this time, let's be...together forever then?