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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:22 pm
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Dynzrak
Finally. The young man listened almost impatiently to the rules they were issued, just as he had time and time again. Call people out? Not a problem. If they thought to jeopardize his chances with the eggs, they had another thing coming. Once they were released, the redhead confidently strode forward onto the sands--pausing only to bow to the parent-dragons present. He was no fool, after all, and he had no doubt that either gold would make good on removing a troublesome candidate from their clutch.
It was Rhianth's clutch that caught his attention more, and after a moment, Dynzrak moved to lay his hand upon the large egg centered in the middle of the clutch. The Slytherin egg... Yes, a fine egg to start with. The boy radiated confidence even now, wordlessly greeting the egg.
Iathe
After the disaster of the last few Touchings, Iathe hoped that everyone here knew sharding well what was expected of them. She knew she wasn't blameless, and the thought still stung. Well. She was no wherry--she'd learned from her mistake, and was focused on keeping herself calm and collected. Bowing to the dragons, she moved quickly, but carefully across the sands. The Hufflepuff egg was the first she stopped to linger by, letting her fingers skim over the yellow and black shell. She wondered, did it prefer to be out of the hustle and bustle by remaining to the back? Or was it mere happenstance that found it here on the outskirts of the clutch?
Phryana
A dragon was not meant for her, or so she thought, but Phryana had zero intention of getting herself thrown out of both candidacy and the Weyr by acting like an idiot. The nervous energy that hung in the air was all but palpable, though she did not allow it to touch her. Unlike some candidates that had worried and fretted over which egg to visit, she moved quietly without any real goal in mind. The pink hearts dotting the shell of one egg made her pause, and her dark fingers slowly brushed against the Amortentia Egg. Calm, happy thoughts? Well. Such was to be expected, when greeting a baby, and Phryana kept her thoughts warm. Hello, little one.
Dehka
He felt as though he'd swallowed live tunnelsnakes. Dehka didn't think he could ever recall a time he was more excited and more nervous, and the thought of breaking the rules was especially horrifying to him. He'd never ever do that, certainly not on purpose! He had been following Kahbrohm carefully, his eyes as wide as saucers as they approached the colorful shells of the eggs... and then, one of Fianth's clutch caught his eye.
Hesitating, he paused to step away from Kahbrohm, moving to reach out and touch the pink, creamy shell of Go The Distance. Was he... imagining the sensation he was feeling from it? Dehka allowed his own thoughts to grow wistful, but made certain that they remained positive! So many people were here, hoping for a chance. Everyone will be so excited to meet you. He thought at it, feeling his own happiness threatening to swell up inside of him.
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:22 pm
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Tokki -- Western
Gr'del's words still echoed in Tokki's head as he made his way across the sands toward the eggs. Not that he was the sort to intentionally misbehave, but he had no idea if he'd accidentally do something to agitate the queens sitting before him. He'd seen gold dragons up close and personal before -- he had been Searched by gold Killakeeth, after all, and transported both to Western Weyr and to this Touching by the beauty. But these two, Fianth and Rhianth, somehow seemed much more imposing. Must be how concerned they clearly were for the safety of their babies.
And the eggs! Tokki had no idea they'd be so big! Or so pretty! He nearly forgot his manners, hastily giving each of the queens (and what must have been the fathers, though why there was a blue dragon present he had no idea) a deep, formal bow. "Thank you for allowing us to touch your babies' eggs," he murmured softly, uncertain if the large dragons were listening to him with so many others in the Hatching Grounds.
Once he was sure he wouldn't get eaten immediately, he looked over the eggs. Two groups of them, each egg more enticing than the previous one. He finally settled on one and approached the Be Our Guest egg, gently laying one hand on the smooth shell and keeping his thoughts gentle, happy and welcoming. Hello, little one. I'd like to get to know you, if you don't mind.
************************************* Jeri -- HR
Jeri had done this many times before, but each time was just as thrilling as the first. The tall girl could barely contain her excitement as she nearly bounded across the sand, her long legs carrying her ahead of most of the other Candidates from High Reaches. She would lead the way and show the newer ones how to behave at a Touching!
Bowing to the two queens and the eggs' sires (and Krahsujuth! But of course he would be here -- never far from Fianth's side, it was so romantic), she approached the eggs, studying them one by one. The Crucio egg looked interesting, so she moved closer and placed both long-fingered hands on the shell. Think happy, loving thoughts, think happy, loving thoughts, she reminded herself, and did just that. "You're a very pretty egg," she said softly with a smile. This was a nice egg, yes.
************************************* Willim -- HR
This was it! Willim was so ready for the Touching of the eggs. All the training, all the classes, all the lectures had all led up to this. The only thing that was going to be more awesome than this was the actual Hatching. He strode confidently across the sand, his hand in Shanley's, doing his best to remain calm even though his heart was pounding with excitement in his chest. Who knew -- in one of these eggs could be his future dragon!
Remembering what he'd been told, he released Shanley and bowed deeply to Fianth and Rhianth, and to the fathers. Then he turned his attention to the eggs. And what beautiful things they were! He'd never seen dragon eggs before, and marvelled at their colorful shells and varied sizes. Studying them for a minute, he finally approached the Go The Distance egg and, as he'd been instructed to do, touched the shell with one hand. It was so smooth, and so warm! He gently stroked the egg, thinking positive thoughts. Should he talk to it? Could it read his thoughts?
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:24 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:27 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:27 pm
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The almost sickly sweetness of the egg beneath her palm made Shar shiver a bit, her stomach and heart still doing strange flips and flops. The egg seemed to be quite delighted with all of the voices and feet on the sands and she was glad, at least, that the daunting task of being touched by so many didn't seem to bother it. She gave the shell a little pat before glancing over at Riz to see how he was getting on. He'd picked a pink egg not far from her and so far things seemed all right. Her heart fluttered a bit harder before she removed her hand from the egg, frowning just a bit as she rubbed her chest, glancing back at the blue shell. Strange...very strange.
Sticking close to Riz still, she moved away from the little batch to a smaller egg off on its own. Crouching down to rest her palm against it, she was glad to find this egg didn't instill any flipping organs inside of her. The Be Prepared Egg was much more her speed in terms of gushy emotions. She knew how to project good thoughts, but having sensations like the ones caused by the other egg weren't particularly wanted, especially at a time like this.
"An interesting shell you have," she murmured, noticing just now that the red splotches looked more like bloodstains than spots. Now that was unique.
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:27 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:29 pm
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Teiha Let It GoKarone's touch is met with understanding. The baby inside seems to gently look over the young man's thoughts and ultimately seems satisfied enough. Chin up. That's the least there is to be done.
stella cinere Go the DistanceThis baby seems to bask in the affection that Vodex has to offer, allowing any nervousness it has about meeting so many people to ebb if only a little bit. Are there a lot of people out there? Oh, it will do its best!
Tsunake Go The DistanceDoes Dehka really think so? Oh! That's a relief! Oh, it will try it's best to not let them down! Is Dehka excited to meet them? They're not a disappointment, right?
Tatterpixie Go The DistanceThe baby inside of the egg seems to wait Willim's judgement. It is ready for it! What does the young man think? It is ready to do it's best! Be Our GuestWants to get to know - Why this baby is more than happy to oblige to Tokki's request! It is practically on it's (proverbial) toes, bowling the young man with warm greeting and affection. Hello! Hello! How is everything out there? Is everything good? Just right?
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:30 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:34 pm
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Fehral gulped, totally intimidated by the pair of glowering dragons who watched them balefully from the other side of one of the clutches. Not to mention the pair of glowering Candidatemasters! He. He was going to be good, okay? He tried to make his thoughts clear, just in case the dragons were listening. He wasn't going to hurt any eggs.
However, when Chayrel squeezed his hand, he did get in a squeeze of his own, lingering a touch longer than Gr'del might have liked. But Chayrel needed reassurance, too. Taking a deep breath, Fehral walked over to the two clutches. He paused, bowing deeply to Rhianth and Fianth, but moving toward the latter. Fianth wasn't quite so terrifying at present. ... Well, actually, she never was.
He squared his shoulders, marching over to the I Can Go the Distance Egg and placing his hand upon its shell. Just as he had been taught, he greeted the egg with welcoming, kind thoughts. After all, it was very young, and deserved to be treated with great care.
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:34 pm
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Fisher - high reaches candidate
Instead of the magical talking like she was expecting, or the feelings or what not, all Fisher got was....force. Pressure as it were, and that was weird. Not too strong, not too weak, but the dragonet didn't do anything else (if it was supposed to) and so Fisher assumed that meant it was time to move on. The instructions said no conversations and no lingering, and so she moved herself slowly through the clutch until something hit her in the gut.
There was an egg the color of blood that caught her eye, and again her stomach, and Fisher found herself tilting her head as she approached the Sectumsempra Egg. Clearly it wanted to be left alone and she probably should do it, but the bosses had also said to touch all the eggs and make yourself known and she was somewhat paraphrasing at this point.
"It'll be done soon. I'm just here to say hi and I'm on my way." Her hand on the shell, the gut feeling of go away echoed again. Fisher felt in the back of her mind that it would be best to go, but she couldn't just touch and leave. Right?
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:40 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:43 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:43 pm
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2018 8:52 pm
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Slytherin Egg
A strong stir of interest rippled within the hidden depths of the egg, and it rose up slowly to meet the girl's touch. A fierce girl from a distinguished line, she. No bumbling Candidate to trip over herself greeting it. How... intriguing. It was indeed good to meet her.
Hufflepuff Egg
Cedarian's interest was met with a deep fluster. Oh. Oh dear. Surely he might turn his regard upon another? Hufflepuff had so many fascinating siblings. Look, there. Over there was another who might charm him, surely. Still, Hufflepuff tried its very best.
Crucio Egg
A cruel, cold, high laughter rippled through the egg when Chayrel touched it. Was he afraid? Not nearly frightened enough, pet. Touch it again. Touch it again! It echoed his feelings up back at him multiplied tenfold.
Slytherin Egg
This swaggering fellow thought himself equal to it? Please. Touch it if you must. Admire it, perhaps... a little longer. But it was certainly the better between them. Tch. Confident though he might be, he lacked a certain je ne sais quoi.
Hufflepuff Egg
Suddenly, the egg felt very... very... noticed. That. That wasn't something the egg was used to! It. She seemed to see right through it. Oh no! Oh, it's... it's just that it isn't quite as important as the others, not when they want attention so badly. Some of its siblings were truly lonely, and some demanding of attention. Oh dear.
Amortentia Egg
How... very, very fascinating. Phryana had experience that quite intrigued the egg. It delved gently within her thoughts, sorting through for this and that, turning them over curiously. What was that like? She seemed quite fierce indeed. Something the egg appreciated.
Crucio Egg
The egg was not, however, overly interested in happy, loving thoughts. How dull. Sending a light jolt through her, it waited expectantly for a response.
Be Prepared Egg
A boy touched its shell, and the egg regarded it. Hmm. There was a mind in there, it seemed. It had no difficulty whatsoever standing alone. Nor indeed did it find this entire song and dance entertaining. However, he was certainly not unwelcome... for the moment. It might have a use in his presence.
Be Prepared
She had noticed, had she? Pay no attention to its sibling - there were other, better things to be doing. For example, learning which of the eggs might prefer her best. Not this one, though it didn't hate her by any means. No, it seemed to approve of her general attitude, but still, the sense was not that of welcome.
Be Prepared
Oh please do stop dawdling. It did not have time for that. Hmm, yes, it noted his welcome. However, such a welcome was not returned. It did not have time to waste on boys who didn't know what they wanted.
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