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[lightandglory]

[The face of a young woman, with obviously-not-of-this-world yellow-green hair and a delicate pendant on her brow, appears over the network. She is seated on the side of a bed in a nondescript room, and she looks positively exuberant.] Oh, I think it's working! Splendid!

...Yes, now then. [She composes herself abruptly, although her cheerful smile remains in place.] Greetings to my fellow heroes and heroines! I am Princess L'Arachel of the sacred realm of Rausten, famed far and wide as the beautiful banisher of darkness, and I'm certain that it will be my great pleasure to meet each of you. The powers that guide us to this land have chosen very well, of course, for you'll find yourselves quite safe from the forces of evil as long as I'm nearby!

[L'Arachel gives a small, satisfied nod before getting down to business.] There. Now that introductions are out of the way, I have a question I must ask. Who might I speak to about acquiring a horse? In a dreadful oversight, I fear I've not been provided with a mount, and this simply won't do at all. It's of the utmost importance that I find one at once. A well-trained warhorse, ideally, but if they are in short supply I suppose any horse with the proper temperament would serve, as long as there are capable trainers available for hire.

Oh! And I'll need the location of a reputable stable. These accommodations are very charming, to be sure, but they just haven't the space needed for a horse.

Now, am I forgetting anything...? [She taps her finger to her lips in thought, before waving her hand dismissively.] ...Well, no matter. It's a simple enough task to let you know if I think of anything else. I'll be in touch, and do seek me out if you have any vile abominations that need smiting!

Ta-ta!

Comments

[lightandglory]

Then you must tell me all about Britannia! And I, in turn, will tell you about my beloved Rausten. We will have to get together for tea one day. [Communicator ID? L'Arachel can't be bothered with such trifling details.]

Oh, wonderful! You simply must show me! Can you not learn to operate it yourself, though?

[whitequeens]

It's a very complicated machine. I... would prefer not to fight, if I can help it. Though I would gladly discuss our homelands with you sometime! When would you like to meet?

[lightandglory]

All the more reason for horses. They're very straightforward. But I'm sure you wouldn't have to fight if you didn't wish to. Would you not simply ride it from place to place, if you could operate it?

[L'Arachel would totally go to the market in a giant weaponized suit of armour if the option was available.]

Splendid! My new employment will have me occupied most days, it seems, but my evenings are free! --Oh, and that reminds me! Which city do you reside in, Euphie?

[whitequeens]

Ah, it's-- well, it's just that it's not very well suited for the modern roadways. I'd be worried about frightening someone else.

I'm in Maurtia Falls, and yourself?

[lightandglory]

That's very kind of you. I would not be frightened, naturally, but I can't speak for the locals.

And I am in Nonah. What a shame that we aren't neighbours! We could have tea together whenever we wished!

[She looks momentarily disappointed, but then shakes her head and smiles again.] Well, no matter. We will make the time! And it will be all the more enjoyable because of it!

[whitequeens]

Mm-hmm! I look forward to it! Let me know when we can meet, okay?

[lightandglory]

Oh, any evening at all will work. Perhaps next week? That will give me time to select the best teas and dainties!