[X] Thanks to Ming Hui's talented knife, you've feasted upon Immortal Cuisine before, but your friend is still but a student in its ways. Mockingjay is home to any number of establishments that claim to serve the grandest of anam-touched foods. You should attempt to corral Zhuan Kun and Mei Daiyu and visit one.
[X] A city as grand as Mockingjay has no end of problems that need to be solved, and you are an Artist capable of solving problems. You've joined a court for it even. You will venture onto the streets of Mockingjay and see what there is to deal with.
[X] The innkeeper has strong words about the quality of Mockingjay's smitheries. You may not learn a great deal, but you've a very vocal, very bored hammer that might find the sights intriguing and educational.
[X] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
[X] The innkeeper has strong words about the quality of Mockingjay's smitheries. You may not learn a great deal, but you've a very vocal, very bored hammer that might find the sights intriguing and educational.
[X] The outskirts of Mockingjay are safer than the Forest of Pearls, but that does not mean that they are truly safe. Numerous bounties on man and beast are posted on the inside of the walls. You will visit those boards and see what bounties are offered.
I agree with many in the desire to see the Mockingjay smitheries. Who knows, maybe we'll even learn more than we would care to admit from the experience!
I'm surprised that my other vote hasn't gotten much traction though. It practically writes itself! A ruby-skinned, Bronze-haired, six-fingered stranger strolling in from the shadows of the Forest of Pearls being a bounty hunter. He might not know the lay of this land, but by the time he's through on his quest, it will certainly know of him. Kong Zhi stars in... the Mockingjay Bountyhunter.
I'm surprised that my other vote hasn't gotten much traction though. It practically writes itself! A ruby-skinned, Bronze-haired, six-fingered stranger strolling in from the shadows of the Forest of Pearls being a bounty hunter. He might not know the lay of this land, but by the time he's through on his quest, it will certainly know of him. Kong Zhi stars in... the Mockingjay Bountyhunter.
Thing is... it's gonna be a long trip, we aren't going back to the Sect for a long time, and we only have so many healing/anam pills
Potentially getting our-self injured or depleting our Core when we only have a short time before we have to be on duty with the inspector doesn't sound like a good idea
[X] Thanks to Ming Hui's talented knife, you've feasted upon Immortal Cuisine before, but your friend is still but a student in its ways. Mockingjay is home to any number of establishments that claim to serve the grandest of anam-touched foods. You should attempt to corral Zhuan Kun and Mei Daiyu and visit one.
[X] A city as grand as Mockingjay has no end of problems that need to be solved, and you are an Artist capable of solving problems. You've joined a court for it even. You will venture onto the streets of Mockingjay and see what there is to deal with.
Cao and Shim trade looks before the former turns back to you. "It's, um, where the mole left it, Lord," he answers, confusion loud on his face. "Underground. Beneath Wu's fields, I'd guess."
I'm confused. The way I saw it, I thought they followed the mole's frantic attempts at escaping poison by following the upturned earth caused by its digging till it stopped at a monolith of the Molekiller Rock?
With this statement, it becomes: drugged the mole with poison and then the farmers followed it deep into it's panic hole until it came across the rock?
If so... Bruh, that takes some special balls to follow it deep underground. I wouldn't trust any holes that mole has dug to not collapse post poisoning.
Zhuan Kun jerks his head to the side as he cinches his new spears into a tight bundle. "Enough time has already been spent on these endeavors. To reach Mockingjay's walls before nightfall, we must leave immediately."
As she talks, she does not let go of your wrist. And as she begins to move, following an impatient looking Zhuan Kun, you allow yourself to be pulled after her. Quickly, your walk turns into your familiar ground-swallowing jog, and you shout a farewell to the farmers behind you as you leave them and the decaying Cavern Bringer behind.
As a senior of the Mei Gang, I propose we follow up on the Mei Quest! As this is a place of bad memories for her she'll want some company (even if she won't show it).
[X] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
The Timeless Star grins widely and turns, offering Mei Daiyu a small wave as he moves. "Don't wait up for me, Daiyu. You will need all of your energy for cycling when I return!"
With that he disappears.
Mei Daiyu is ripped from her fitful sleep by a dour voice hours later as the cold light of morning washes over the camp. Her eyes snap open to discover a man in well-maintained homespun and an elaborate headpiece on his brow standing near the ashen fire pit. Mei Daiyu has never seen him before, but she can tell in moments that he is a cryer from Mockingjay.
BROTHERS! This may have the potential to be as powerful as the Nokai scene!
On a later note. I think this will be a reason going out to get both Zhuan and Mei to eat out here is going to fail on Mei's part. You just can't appreciate the place when this is where your father-figure has died and those suspected responsible for it rules the city.
Now, I won't say it's a bad idea. But getting her back to the city when she just clearly leaves right on arrival does seem to suggest it's a bad idea.
I'm surprised that my other vote hasn't gotten much traction though. It practically writes itself! A ruby-skinned, Bronze-haired, six-fingered stranger strolling in from the shadows of the Forest of Pearls being a bounty hunter. He might not know the lay of this land, but by the time he's through on his quest, it will certainly know of him. Kong Zhi stars in... the Mockingjay Bountyhunter.
[] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
Sister Xiong elaborates. "The Radiant Empire is a beautiful land, with no two cities identical. There are libraries you can visit, crafts you can learn, sights to behold in every corner of our wonderful home. There will be tomes in the Archive of Mockingjay that are unheard of in Honeydrenched Hills
I want to see the words of her Highness prove true!
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] The innkeeper has strong words about the quality of Mockingjay's smitheries. You may not learn a great deal, but you've a very vocal, very bored hammer that might find the sights intriguing and educational.
[X] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
[X] The innkeeper has strong words about the quality of Mockingjay's smitheries. You may not learn a great deal, but you've a very vocal, very bored hammer that might find the sights intriguing and educational.
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] A city as grand as Mockingjay has no end of problems that need to be solved, and you are an Artist capable of solving problems. You've joined a court for it even. You will venture onto the streets of Mockingjay and see what there is to deal with.
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
I don't think the restaurant will go over super well with ZK. We got an entire section about how he has a strict diet plan, after all.
Current Tally. One action appears fairly locked up, but slot number two is still hotly contested! Vote now!
Adhoc vote count started by Vesvius on Mar 14, 2022 at 8:08 PM, finished with 111 posts and 89 votes.
[X] The innkeeper has strong words about the quality of Mockingjay's smitheries. You may not learn a great deal, but you've a very vocal, very bored hammer that might find the sights intriguing and educational.
[X] Thanks to Ming Hui's talented knife, you've feasted upon Immortal Cuisine before, but your friend is still but a student in its ways. Mockingjay is home to any number of establishments that claim to serve the grandest of anam-touched foods. You should attempt to corral Zhuan Kun and Mei Daiyu and visit one.
[x] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[x] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] A city as grand as Mockingjay has no end of problems that need to be solved, and you are an Artist capable of solving problems. You've joined a court for it even. You will venture onto the streets of Mockingjay and see what there is to deal with.
[X] Yours is far from the only group sent out to escort an imperial tester, and some trips have already borne fruit. A grand congregation of neophyte Servants is waiting for escort back to the Heart. Perhaps you could drop in on them and take the measure of the next Ninth Circle.
[X] The Ying Clan is spoken of with admiration on the streets of Mockingjay, and they are known far and wide for their generosity towards those who please them. Kong is always seeking out new contacts and though Mei Daiyu might not be happy with your actions, you are certain that with your pedigree and skills you can land a commission that will get your foot in the door.
[x] Mockingjay is home to Natural Wonders that are accessible to traveling Artists if you know who to ask. Thankfully, you are here on official business, and as such know exactly who to speak with to gain access to The Avenue of Serenity (Wood/Life/Peace 200. Cost: 2 Bronze Talents).
[x] The outskirts of Mockingjay are safer than the Forest of Pearls, but that does not mean that they are truly safe. Numerous bounties on man and beast are posted on the inside of the walls. You will visit those boards and see what bounties are offered.
[x] Mockingjay may be new, but experiencing fresh locales is overrated. Your workbench is but a flick of the wrist away, and you've over a dozen materials to experiment with. You will return to your Estate and get to work.
[X] Yours is far from the only group sent out to escort an imperial tester, and some trips have already borne fruit. A grand congregation of neophyte Servants is waiting for escort back to the Heart. Perhaps you could drop in on them and take the measure of the next Ninth Circle.
Could be fun to mess with the newbies.
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] Yours is far from the only group sent out to escort an imperial tester, and some trips have already borne fruit. A grand congregation of neophyte Servants is waiting for escort back to the Heart. Perhaps you could drop in on them and take the measure of the next Ninth Circle.
Could be fun to mess with the newbies.
[X] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] Thanks to Ming Hui's talented knife, you've feasted upon Immortal Cuisine before, but your friend is still but a student in its ways. Mockingjay is home to any number of establishments that claim to serve the grandest of anam-touched foods. You should attempt to corral Zhuan Kun and Mei Daiyu and visit one.
[x] The archives of Mockingjay fill an entire building set near the very center of the city. You never know what you will find as you browse through the dusty old scrolls, but one thing is for certain: you will find something you've yet to discover.
[x] Mei Daiyu does not linger in the Moonlit Conquest for long. She is out the door mere moments after you arrive, barely taking the time to let you know that she will be in the outer villagers should you need her. Perhaps she could do with some company.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] Zhuan Kun apparently has plans for Mockingjay. You are not certain what they are, however. When you ask him, the only response you get is that he 'plans to attend several schools'. He does not say that you are not allowed to join him, though, and you could follow him as he… audits several classes, you suppose.
[X] Thanks to Ming Hui's talented knife, you've feasted upon Immortal Cuisine before, but your friend is still but a student in its ways. Mockingjay is home to any number of establishments that claim to serve the grandest of anam-touched foods. You should attempt to corral Zhuan Kun and Mei Daiyu and visit one.
Just one thing to point out for all those voting (and those changing their votes)
We going to be traveling with an inspector, who by nature of the job, will be a regular human. Meaning we'll likely have to stop every night while he rests. That, plus the amount of distance we're protecting him means there will be tons of opportunities to socialize with both Mei and Zhuan in the coming days/weeks/months.
But we'll only be in Mockingjay for these few days. We're not passing thru here again on the way back.
So lets take the unique opportunities that Mockingjay can give us, like the Archives/Smithies/etc because we'll likely never see them again in this quest, whereas we'll likely get options to spend quality time with our traveling companions the day after we leave.
Though the Chosen of the Wicked God knows not of what has transpired of the Timeless Star here in Mockingjay, he may find it quite surprising that Mei has left the city right on their arrival.
Might be the cincher that will open up the Mei Quest proper!
Hmm. Knowing that shit hit the fan here, she might possibly incurred her debt there in order to escape the fallout of the Timeless Star's Death
"A fine has been levied against Choe Tia's estate. Agents of the Empire will be here shortly to take into custody any and all assets needed to clear his debt. Those of you in his employ are dismissed. Leave any of His Imperial Glory's possessions behind as you make your way to your next destination."
