towerofanimus | 001 ~ Idrial

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001 ~ Idrial

Characters: Idrial and her roommates, Idrial and anyone!
Setting: Various places around the tower.
Format: Starting with action, will match yours in comments.
Summary: This elf finds herself in a strange tower….
Warnings: N/A

[Idrial wakes abruptly, sitting up straight on the bed and looking around the strange room in which she finds herself. She does not remember falling asleep here and has no recollection of ever being here. Then her eyes fall on the letters by her bed, immediately picking them up and reading through them. Her eyes widen as she reads.

Your world has been destroyed…

Any words after do not register with her, it is only those five that echo around her mind over and over again. Destroyed…but how could that be? Did the powers of evil finally overcome the light? No, she will not believe it to be true. After a few moments of sitting absolutely still her eyes focus on the trunk at the foot of her bed which she opens. Thankfully inside are a few changes of clothes of her own and she changes into one immediately. She cannot help but notice the green collar around her neck but she also places the necklace given to her by the Lady Galadriel around it. She looks down at it and plays with it between her fingers. She speaks to it as if it will give her answers.]

What is this strange place and how did I arrive here? Is it true that the whole of Middle Earth has fallen to the darkness?

[After spending some time in her dormitory she decides it is time to leave and take a look around this place. Maybe she will see something familiar or find something that will give her a clue as to where she is and how she got here. She is cautious of course, this isn’t a place that she knows well and she carries her sword with her for protection. It’s better to be safe than sorry after all. The place is strange and for a long while she finds nothing but strange shapes and shadows.

Hearing the sound of someone approaching her area from behind she spins around and instinctively points her sword in that direction. She remains steady and manages to keep her resolve. The unknown has always made her wary but she was not frightened. Don’t worry, she will not attack unless she has cause to.]

Who goes there? Show yourself!

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[She lowers her sword almost immediately as he comes into view, recognizing one of her own kind straight away. It is a glad sight for her to behold and she recognizes him as the prince of Mirkwood, Legolas. He is well known throughout her race and now throughout Middle Earth as one of the twelve companions.

She inclines her head slightly as he approaches.]

Forgive me, my lord. I did not sense your presence in this strange place.

You had my forgiveness without even needing be asked. I know how this tower can set one... off balance.

[Haha, get it? Because he broke his leg a few weeks ago.]

It is good to be defensive here but you needn't be too concerned about dangers until this evening, when the monsters start to appear.

[More importantly now, he gives her a quick glance over to ensure that's she's well and truly in one piece. He recognizes her, a bit, from the time they spent in Lothlorien.]

Haldir will be pleased to see you. For now though, are you well?

Yes, especially since I do not know where this tower is. Is it true that Middle Earth has fallen?

[She really does hope that it's not true but then why would the note have said such a thing. It must be and that is not good news. Are the people she knows dead? Her family? Her friends? As for the monsters, of course there are monsters. There is evil in every place.]

What of the monsters that haunt this place at night? What form do they take?

[At the mention of Haldir there is a smile. Oh, so there is someone from her woods here, that is good news.]

And I will be pleased to see him. Familiar faces are always a welcoming sight. Yes, I am well thank you for your concern. Though I see that you are not. How were you injured, my lord?

[ As if on cue, the march warden appears further down the hall obviously in search of something or someone. It took him a moment to spot the duo nearby but once his gaze settled on the She-Elf beside Legolas, a look of surprise was etched upon Haldir's face. Never in his days would he have expected to come across one of his kin here in this dreadful tower.

It almost feels as if he's dreaming. ]

Gîl síla na lû govaded, Idrial.

[ He greeted as he approached them with a bright smile that could only be matched by the sun itself. ]

I greet thee with much happiness. How long as it been since I last spoken to a maiden of Lothlórien? Much too long, I'm afraid.

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I do not believe Middle Earth, or Arda, is gone. Gandalf seems to believe that it is but Aragorn, when he was here, bade me to have confidence as I have lived to see the end of the War and saw him crowned king a century ago.

The creatures here take many forms. I have seen Uruk-hai on several rare occasions but there are many other creatures more common that do not hail from our world.

[Oh look, speak of the devil. Legolas grins at the sight of Haldir joining them and takes a step back. It was good to see Haldir smile, that the shadows hadn't taken their toll on him as it did many others.]

Worry not for my leg, it has nearly healed completely.

[Explaining a giant flying whale was not... quite the way to welcome her to the tower. Also, Haldir would probably revel in the chance to explain that princes carelessness.]

Gandalf is here too? Well, that is good news. I must agree with him on this matter. I find it hard to believe that the whole of Middle Earth or Arda has been destroyed. It does not seem possible at least not without us having some knowledge of it.

...Uruk-hai? That is bad news. However, I am sure it is nothing we cannot handle ourselves.

[Oh, what good timing you have, Haldir. She will greet him with a smile just as bright. It is definitely good to see him once again.]

Vedui', Haldir. I am glad to see you once again, it has been far too long since we last met. [She turns back to Legolas] And I am glad to hear that you are healing well, Legolas. I hope it did not cause you too much suffering.

[ His gaze lingered on Idrial in pure disbelief. Haldir almost resigned himself in believing that Legolas and him were the last two Elves who've survived the alleged destruction of their world. So imagine his surprise to see the She-Elf standing before him now.

He cannot help but hope that others of their realm were still alive somewhere in that bleak and desolate land. ]

Ah, yes. The Prince of Mirkwood has a fondness for trouble it would seem.

[ Haldir commented with a faint sigh. ]

He nearly lost that leg due to an Uruk-hai.

He is, and was here before even I arrived. Imagine my surprise, even more so when Haldir appeared.

It should not be difficult to handle any we encounter. They do seem quite rare.

[Haldiiiiiiir! Stop making him feel like an elfling!]

I would not have lost my leg. It would have slain me rather than simply take my leg, had you not stepped in. And I've hardly a fondness for trouble, I can hardly be blamed that Ganondorf took insult and killed me.

[He still has nightmares about that once in awhile, actually, but he brushes it off.]

Your concern is touching, Lady Idrial, but I had Haldir to ensure I healed enough to walk again. [He's such a mother-hen.]

[It seems Idrial is the lucky one. She only just arrives here in the tower and she has two familiar faces to greet her, one of them even being of her own kin. She cannot imagine arriving here with no one recognizable to meet her here.]

Yes and I am sure it was not the unpleasant kind of surprise. Rare? Well, at least there is that. Thankfully, I arrived here well armed with my sword and bow.

[Idrial glances at Haldir, smile still present at that. She did not take Haldir to be the mother-hen type but then she did not know him as well as others. She is finding it a little difficult to keep up with the rest but it can be revisited later.]

In that case it is fortunate that Haldir has been around. So, neither of you know where this tower is? It is not a place I recognize.

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[ There's much about the march warden that is relevantly unknown to others. Haldir does well to keep his somewhat unpleasant quirks under lock and key. However, poor Legolas has been literally tortured by Haldir's persistent nagging as of lately. ]

With such gusto you speak of your would-be demise so causally. You worry me greatly.

[ A tired sigh escapes him but nothing else. At least he won't berate the Elven Prince before their guest. ]

None know of where this tower is, my lady.

[ He quickly answered once his gaze rested upon Idrial again. ]

It simply exists as far as I'm concerned. The Administrators, a crafty lot who rules this realm, claim we've been stored away here for the sake of safekeeping.

[He may soon take to searching for places to avoid said nagging. He really does feel like just an elfling lately thanks to Haldir.]

It does not do to dwell on the past with such dark thoughts. I am alive and that is cause enough to find the good in such a situation. And I've the wisdom to avoid one who wishes me ill.

[He'll agree on the lack of berating. Thanks.]

It is as Haldir says. This tower is no place a ship can reach, no world we ever expected to know of. They claim to be our saviors but have proven to keep us merely as... pets, almost.

Be wary this month, Jason is in charge and he is no friend to us. And I recommend hunting for your own food, once you've eaten the oatmeal.

[Oh all this nagging. Maybe it is best that Idrial stays out of the firing line especially since she does not know what the nagging is about exactly. Besides Legolas, she would rather he was nagging you and not her...sorry. Who knows maybe Haldir just means well? Either way she does not suspect there are many places to hide here in this tower.]

That is true. Do not focus on the dark, focus on the light.

[As if in response the necklace from her trunk, the gift from the Lady Galadriel shines brightly around her neck and she smiles just as bright. She only hopes that the Lady has not been destroyed herself and that she may turn up here eventually.]

And it seems the Lady Galadiel would agree with me on that matter.

[She listens to what they both have to say and a frown almost appears on her brow and her eyes flick between the expressions on their faces.]

There is no way to leave? So, we are kept here like prisoners? I hardly think that is keeping us safe. But I suppose it would not do well to fight against the people who keep us here. I will remember the name Jason and be sure to be wary of him in that case. [She is more than happy to hunt for her own food but must she eat the oatmeal?] I will eat it if I must...where can I acquire this oatmeal?

[ Surprise appeared briefly upon the march warden's pale features once Idrial's necklace began to glow. It would seem that even beyond the comforts of their ancestral home, the Lady of Light still guides them now.

It's a comforting thought, one that brings another smile to Haldir's lips. ]

The light shall guide us always even in our darkest hours. I remember the Lady herself stating such words to me in my youth.

[ A faint chuckle came from Haldir once he remembered his first time with the horrid oatmeal. Honestly, if Legolas hadn't warned him about the consequences of not eating that horrid glob, march warden's pride would've taken a severe hit. ]

From what I last remembered, such a meal was served within the confines of the cafeteria. While it has been many days since I've last ventured there, I doubt it has changed much.

[Gee, thanks Idrial. Really, you're a pal, but at least your words are wise enough to ring true in the prince and marchwarden]

We all would agree on that matter, then.

[Legolas extended a hand towards the nearest stairwell. It was true indeed that the oatmeal could only be gotten from the cafeteria. The restaurant refused to serve anyone that hadn't been there and eaten it.]

We've many floors to reach it but I promise you that it will be worth it, if only to familiarize yourself with the tower. And, unfortunately, you must eat it. Trying to eat anything else first will cause you to become ill.

[She can see the surprise clearly on Haldir's face and it only makes her smile grow even brighter. The Lady had told her that her gift would shine brightly even in the darkest of situations. Is it possible that she could have foreseen this? Either way her light is most welcoming.]

Yes, it seems that she watches over us now as she always has done.

[Her eyes move to the stairwell that Legolas points out and she nods her head. If it is something she must do then she will do so, she doesn't want to become ill after all and it is true it will give her a better outline of the tower.]

Then I shall eat it. Finding myself in this tower, I need all the strength I can get. Becoming ill would not be a good thing and I would like to see more of this tower. To the cafeteria it is then, my lords.

[ Even now so far away from home, Lady Galadriel still guides them all. Haldir couldn't help but feel somewhat comforted by Idrial's arrival here. Quite a terrible thought, yes? ]

Aye, as she always has done.

[ Closing his eyes briefly, Haldir swore he could almost see the Golden Woods within his thoughts. How he longed to be returned home, to see the splendid talans that hanged high above upon smooth pale branches. He wished to see the sunlight dance upon the golden leaves once more and feel the moonlight caress his skin.

The march warden wants nothing else other to be returned to his realm but such a wish won't be granted easily. ]

Hm?

[ Opening his eyes once he heard the others make their way towards the staircase, Haldir followed with a wistful smile on his lips. ]

Very well. We shall take our leave.

[It lightened his heart to see such confidence in the Lady Galadriel's guidance even here. Thought his time in Lothlorien had been short, it was a glad memory to have of the lady and her people. And to have two of them here with him gave him such confidence as he had lacked in past days here.

He waited for Haldir and Idrial before descending the stairs, taking them as slowly as he could bear himself to but knowing that it would be unfair to rush their companion.]

If there is anything you wish to ask, Haldir and I can answer easily now.

[Idrial too thinks of her home in the Golden Woods for a moment before she is brought back to the moment in hand. As Legolas moves towards the stairs Idrial follows easily her hands completely relaxed at her sides now, the complete opposite to when Legolas found her with her sword at the ready. It is a strange place but she does not feel as disheartened as she would if she were alone. Maybe that will change with time but for now she is content.

Her eyes are constantly ficking around her as she moves, taking everything. Her eyes also frequently rest on Legolas and Haldir as if to check if they are both still there, still real. Questions...she has so many. But she does not want to bombard them with her questions all at once.]

This Tower...it is not possible to leave it? I suppose not since I do not think either of you would still be here if it was possible.

Your assumption is correct. Had we been able to leave, neither of us would've tarried here for long.

[ Despite knowing that the three of them are safe in this part of the Tower, the march warden still feels the need to keep watch. ]

There is a floor which allows one to look down from the tower but there is no way to leave from that. A drop from the edge is said to be fatal though I've seen none who have actually made the fall.

[Legolas is on guard as well. There are floors that are not at all safe, that trick can a person and then steal their life from them. Gimli and Legolas had once found sport on the floor of perpetual night but that was hardly as dangerous as others.

Which actually brought a warning to mind.]

There is a floor here with no light at all. It is wisest if you remain on the stairs while there. Something lurks on that floor.

[Yes, as she thought. She cannot imagine anyone wanting to stay here willingly when it is not their home. It is a force of habit for Idrial to be constantly wary so that makes three pairs of elf eyes keeping watch.]

Then we are trapped with no way to return home...that is grave news indeed. 'Something', I do not like the sound of that and I will be sure to keep your advice in mind.

I suppose it is not safe to venture through this Tower in the dark of night at all?

[ Glancing away from the halls ahead, Haldir meets the she-elf's gaze with a hint of worry laid almost hidden within their blue depths. Idrial has no idea how dangerous Animus truly can be.

How could she?

It wouldn't take long for the young elf to understand the gravity of her plight here. Of course the marchwarden plans to do what he can to protect Idrial, but there is only so much Haldir can do. ]

The night is dark and filled with terror, some of which we've never seen before. It would be a fools errand to embark upon these halls without so much as an escort at night.

I advise listening to Haldir. He might grow cross if anyone but himself or Gandalf were to wander alone at night.

[SORRY HALDIR, HAVE TO TEASE.]

I will accompany should you need anything at night. You only need find my room and ask me to join you. The dorm floors are not free of monsters at night but they are still the safest in the tower.

[She has to smile a little at Haldir's concern and her smile grows ever so slightly more at Legolas' teasing. Is this what she has been missing while she's been on her journey? And of course she has no idea how grave a situation she might be in arriving at this place but at least she has plenty of familiar and kind faces to warn her of the dangers that night will bring.]

I thank you, both of you for you concern and your advice. I will make sure not to wander the corridors at night alone, it would be foolish to do so. At least until I make myself more familiar with the Tower and its many floors. Thankfully I arrived here well equipped.

[Yeah, she's pretty sure she can take care of herself but if it keeps them from worrying about her constantly...]

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