1st Symphony - Intro!

[silentsymphony]

Who: Sona Buvelle and YOU!
Setting: All around the tower! Forward Dated to Sept. 14
Format: Starting action, will match
Summary: New to the tower, Sona starts to investigate!
Warnings: Sona cannot talk. Communication will be difficult. Otherwise, none to speak of!

Dormitory Levels

[Sona's daily to-do list is usually something along these lines: wake up, get ready, play the Etwahl for a while, fight on the Fields of Justice if needed, play more music, and maybe top of with a Pentakill concert. Throw some eating in there somewhere and it's any given day in the life of Sona. The following things were not on the list: wake up in a strange place in strange clothes, read a note claiming her world was destroyed, wonder how the hell her body even fit into this form-fitting bodusuit]

[But once she located her Etwahl - and breathed a sigh of relief that she hadn't been separated from it -it was time to venture forth. After all, there was no use complaining about the situation, especially when she didn't know what could be done about it]

[And so, having changed into her regular outfit, she roams the halls behind her instrument, hovering above the ground just slightly and gliding around as fingers expertly pluck at the strings, music filling the air and heralding her arrival]

All Around

[After her network post, it's time to wander! Everywhere Sona heads in the tower, she's heralded by the gentle tunes emerging from the Etwahl as it floats before her. It does stop for some time when she goes to eat the obligatory oatmeal, but other than that it follows her all around the tower. She eventually ends up in the music room, ignoring the other instruments in favor of her own. The music flows, but really, she's easily approachable. Will you do just that?]

[ooc: post location in the subject line!]

Comments

Hallways

[isthatashortjoke]

[Veigar had gotten pretty adjusted to life in the 'wretched tower'. Waking up usually meant complaining about his roommates not keeping their hands off his things and doing his best not to blow them up where they slept...

He'd pick up his rod, put on his armor and head down the levels to see what he could blow up, explore or find that would keep him busy for the rest of the day.

It was on his way through the dorms, while thinking about what he should eat today that he heard it. That sound.... It almost made him drop his rod as he stood in place. He could recognize that tune anywhere, after all it saved his ass plenty of times in the Fields of Justice. Not that the great Veigar needed saving of course! But you know... safety!

His pace quickened as he scanned the area for the source, seeking her out by her unique powers as best he could. That's when he turned a corner and stopped as he noticed the woman with the Etwahl on her way down.

It took him a moment to come up with something witty to inquire about how she arrived in this place.]

you...?!

[silentsymphony]

[Sona heard the quick footsteps coming, but didn't immediately associate them with the Tiny Master of Evil. After all, there were bound to be all sorts in the tower - and with the abundance of yordles and other smaller beings in her own world, she couldn't rule out the possibility of other shorter beings]

[When he comes into view though, there's no mistaking that armor and that hat - not when she's seen them countless times before. The sight is enough to make the musician hesitate, fingers hovering just above her strings as she stares blankly at him for a brief moment]

[Then all at once her expression changes into a huge smile, and Sona does something unheard of - she leaves the Etwahl behind, running around it straight over to Veigar. She drops to her knees and immediately wraps her arms around him in a big old hug]

[Looks like someone's happy to see him]

[isthatashortjoke]

[Truthfully? His initial reaction isn't one many would associate with him, at all. The Tiny Master of Evil isn't feared for no reason so usually any sign of trust, or even joy is seen with a wary eye since he might have something under his sleeve...

That is to the people who don't know him as a teammate. As a teammate he's always been steadfast and quick to prove that he IS the best and no one on his team will get hurt as long as he can avoid it. The hurting is left for the opposing team.

Veigar was stunned, blinking a few times as an odd warmth crept up to his face at the Maiven's actions. He allowed her to hold him for a few, knowing that she had never meant any ill will towards him in the times he had met her outside of combat. Maybe he even moved his arms around as much of her as he could and returned the hug.

After a few moments however he was tired of blushing and fussed about, fidgeting a little under her hug.]

So you ARE real. Good. That saves me the trouble of obliterating the owners of this place for attempting to torment me with my own memories!

[silentsymphony]

[She lets him go after a little fidgeting, realizing this was probably more open affection than Veiger normally lets himself show in a month. She remains by him though, kneeling in front of him and staying at his eye level out of respect]

[Her smile grows a little broader at his reaction - one that only further confirms that he's the real deal. She also nods in confirmation of his statement. There's only one Maven of the Strings and keyboardist for the rock sensation Pentakill, and she's standing (well, kneeling) right in front of him]

[Holding out a hand, the Etwahl hovers over towards her, going lower to the ground for her convenience. Sona tilts her head as she looks at Veigar, an inquisitive look on her face as she begins plucking out a quiet tune that matches it]

[Start explaining things, Veigar! You're her only hope!]

[isthatashortjoke]

[Veigar was very aware of the Maven's unique talent and well mannerisms, possibly being one of the few who could tell what she was trying to 'say' mainly due to the way he could read magic and powers.

He stood in front of her and looked down for a few moments before he finally settled on what to say.]

It's true. As far as I have been able to find out anyways. Runeterra's gone and now we're captives of this place. They won't say captives of course, claiming to be saviors and still...

I don't have to warn you considering I know better than the rest that you're a capable fighter and teammate but this place is riddled with annoyances and dangers! Most of them trivial for one such as the great Veigar of course, but still... There's a few locations that limit even my powers.

[Of course those places frustrate the great and powerful Veigar the most so his irritation comes through clear as day.

He eyes her for a few moments and then looks away.]

Are you well?

[silentsymphony]

[She listens intently, taking in Veigar's words and giving him undivided attention. It's easy to see and hear the irritation and anger he has for the place, but it's also clear to see the concern he has for her. It's a side that most don't get to see of him, but then again most also don't fight along side him in the Fields of Justice, so there's that]

[She's still for a few moments after his question, before her fingers start playing a new melody on the strings - a sad, mournful tune. It's hard to believe that Runeterra is gone... our homes, everyone we know...]

[The dirge continues, but then it turns hopeful as she gives her compatriot a sad smile. But I'm glad you're here, at least. We're not alone. Then once more, inquisitive! Is it just us?]

[isthatashortjoke]

I won't miss Noxxus, or Zaun... but I suppose the other places weren't all too bad... [Which was the best anyone would ever get Veigar to admit that maybe he did miss being back home.]

As far as I know, yes. There had been a faint presence before but... I never could quite discern it or find it.

But you're right, it's always good to have a competent partner!

Music room!

[detecting]

[Naoto was just passing through, but the sound of music made her stop. She was no music expert, nor did she share the passion that Yosuke senpai had for it, but she knew it was something she'd never heard before. So she stood a few feet away, listening quietly .]

That's a rather unique instrument.

[silentsymphony]

[She looks up and smiles at the newcomer, offering a wave as she stops playing, the sound slowly fading as it bounces around the room. Sona nods in response to the question, beckoning the newcomer forward for a closer look at it]

[detecting]

[And she does just that!]

I've never seen anything like it. Forgive my ignorance, but what is it, exactly?

[silentsymphony]

[Now there's a question she hasn't had to answer in a while, but one she's still used to. She looks down at her hands, and then begins to trace letters over the strings, sounds echoing through the room as she does]

[E-T-W-A-H-L]

[detecting]

[....

What... what was even...?

OH.

She was spelling something out on the strings! ... what in the...

hold on. just. staring.]

I apologize, but... could you repeat that?

[silentsymphony]

[Sona nods patiently, and repeats the process not once, but twice! Just to make sure that it's understood]

[E-T-W-A-H-L]

[detecting]

[This time she watches!]

Etwahl? Hm, I can honestly say I've never heard of it before now.

[But now she kind of has to know.]

... You're unable to speak, I take it?

Music room

[warriorscribe]

*Restlessly wandering the tower in the wake of all the Shadow troubles, Enoch stops on the staircase in the laboratory when he hears the sound of music from the floor above. He waits a while on the stairs, listening, before going up and just stepping off the stairs so he isn't in the way.

He kneels on the floor, breathing in time with the music as he listens, content to just listen to the musician for now.*

[silentsymphony]

[She notices her new audience enter the room, but if anything it only encourages Sona to keep playing. After all, he seems to be enjoying it, and music is meant to be heard! Having company just makes playing that much better]

[Right now, her song is a slow one, the tune going from a feeling of contentment to having an air of loneliness about it. She finishes after a few minutes, the final chord hanging in the air for a moment as the sound reverberates around the room. When the silence settles she gives a small curtsey to her audience, smiling at the man warmly]

[warriorscribe]

*Enoch is attuned well to music. He finds himself swaying ever so slightly in time with the tune as it turns lonely, his breathing no longer calm.

As the echoes of the final chord fade, Enoch opens his eyes, his body faltering just a bit as he pushes himself to his feet.*

You play beautifully.

[silentsymphony]

[Sona may be accustomed to the cheers of crowds and the praise of individuals, but it doesn't mean it no longer has an affect. She finds herself blushing and bowing her head shyly. She runs her hand across the Etwahl, a few notes ringing out that sound almost like laughter]

[warriorscribe]

*Enoch smiles a bit more at what he takes to be showing off her incredible ability to draw out specific emotions with something so simple as a tune. Her shy demeanor keeps him from realizing she's mute just yet, unfortunately, so he continues, thinking continued conversation might make her more comfortable.*

I've never seen an instrument like that before.

*Like...a very complicated lyre. More than just its value to turn the conversation to something that she would be confident about, Enoch was curious.*

[silentsymphony]

[Sona nods excitedly, happy to 'talk' about her instrument. It's her lifeline to the world, after all, and it's something she knows intimately and loves. She holds up a single finger then points at the Etwahl, hoping he gets the idea that the instrument is one of a kind. It's then that she walks over to him, instrument hovering alongside her]

[Once he's next to her, she takes his hand, holding up one of his fingers and tracing it along the frame instrument deliberately, forming the letters of it's name]

[E-T-W-A-H-L]

music room

[prayed]

[The sound of music coming from the room was enough to cause Kyoko to pause on the staircase. It's a beautiful melody. After a moment's consideration, she steps into the room, approaching the girl in it.]

Nice song.

[silentsymphony]

[She smiles at the approaching girl, blushing slightly and taking a small bow in thanks as her song ends. She points at the newcomer, then gestures around the room, curious as to what instrument this new person plays. Perhaps they can play together!]

[prayed]

[She shakes her head, a small smile on her face. She had been learning to play an instrument at one time, but that was a long time ago.]

No way. Do ya know how long it's been since I've even touched an instrument?

[silentsymphony]

[Sona tilts her head, looking at her curiously. She shakes her head no, then holds up her arms in an inquisitive shrug. Why would you ever stop playing?! She has to know!]

[prayed]

[It takes her a few moments to realize what she's asking of her and even then she offers a shrug.]

I don't have some special reason for stopping, y'know. I just didn't have time for that sort of thing anymore.