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Irhya Pendhula ([personal profile] omnicrafter) wrote in [community profile] starhuevalley2018-07-14 12:14 am

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[At this point, people have probably seen a few miqo'te by now. At first, Irhya keeps her face hidden, but seems to have a change of heart shortly thereafter, brushing some hair out of her face as she adjusts the frame. For coming from a world that is so technologically limited in the face of -- this... she sure has adapted quickly.

There is something apprehensive about the way her eyes dart back and forth, about the initial pause before she starts speaking, but it's easily forgettable once she finds her stride.]


Let me just preface this by saying that where I'm from, animal husbandry is forbidden. Fear of upsetting the forest and all that... though frankly I've always thought the Elementals need to stop being such temperamental little shites in the first place. Anyway, dairy is understandably scarce because of it, and imports are scarce as well as prohibitively expensive, so most of the populace lives on grown produce and wild game.

Which brings me to my problem. I have no interest in playing around in the dirt, but I suppose raising animals doesn't sound all that bad. Especially when I, personally, have a lot more use for wool and milk than most things that come from plants. But I also don't know the first damn thing about it.

[After she confesses, the top half of a sheep becomes visible at the bottom of the frame, and she leans down a little to stroke it. There also seems to be something black and furry skulking about on a hay bale behind her; a cat, most likely.]

So! I normally don't do this, but I would like to propose a trade. If there's anyone willing to help me with my little problem -- showing me the basics, hanging around to lend a hand, whatever works -- I can probably craft a few things in return. Tools, clothing, medicines... actually, it's probably easier just to pitch what you need from me and I'll decide case-by-case. I'm not yet familiar with what kinds of materials might be available here, but I think we can make something work out, right?

Just one rule: if you end up getting indecisive on me, I'm defaulting to cooking.

[She makes as if to end the recording, but hesitates, struck with a second thought.]

Oh, and one more thing. If anyone here happens to be a native to Eorzea, I have a few questions for you.
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[personal profile] sapphiremiracle 2018-07-14 05:14 am (UTC)(link)
Where will you acquire the animals? { He might be into this venture. }
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[personal profile] sapphiremiracle 2018-07-14 06:47 am (UTC)(link)
You'll need shears, wire brushes and a loom for the sheep. For the cow, it's a little more complicated. If they haven't been pregnant before, they won't be producing milk. You'll need a bull or a steer in that case and you will need to let nature take over. Once the calf is born, you can hand feed them while taking the mother's milk for yourself.

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[personal profile] resetto 2018-07-14 05:16 am (UTC)(link)
...I may not be from your shard, but I am from an Eorzea. What do you wish to ask? [ says the woman who sounds so much like minfilia, who looks like an au ra version of her. ]
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[personal profile] resetto 2018-07-14 08:44 am (UTC)(link)
I am no Warrior of Light, though I carry the power of the Echo - currently, I work with the Scions of the Seventh Dawn. Gathering information on how things work... it's the least I can do.

[ She gives such a sad smile as she talks, her eyes too blue. ]

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[personal profile] holdmystabber 2018-07-14 05:48 am (UTC)(link)
Depends on what you mean by 'native'.
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[personal profile] holdmystabber 2018-07-15 08:28 am (UTC)(link)
Yeah, that helps. Sorry if I sounded a bit harsh, it's a force of habit.

[She's one of those who doesn't really seem to have a home before all this and considers the crazy place as her own.]

Is this your first time being offworld?

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magicalflowers: (❀ 183)

video;

[personal profile] magicalflowers 2018-07-14 06:30 am (UTC)(link)
It's good that you found at least something about this place that you like.

[Flora herself was more of a plants expert than an animal one. Though she has raised fairy animals before. That's a whole different thing and a thing she brought to earth back in her home.]

I do hope you find someone, though I would also like to learn how to take care of animals better too myself.
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[personal profile] magicalflowers 2018-07-16 11:16 am (UTC)(link)
then what is it that you do normally, then?

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[personal profile] mostsplendid 2018-07-14 09:24 am (UTC)(link)
[Haurchefant doesn't know anything about farming. He knows a little about raising animals. Or at least, chocobos. So in this he's useless to her plights. However... he is from Eorzea and more than capable of answering questions about it. At least to the the best of his ability.

So after fiddling around with this device he manages to send an eager reply back.]


I am. I am from Eorzea! And I am quite glad to find another in return. It makes this strange new place quite a bit warmer... and it's quite warm already!

[The heat? It's a lot for someone surrounded by ice and snow each and every day.]

I'm from Ishgard but I mostly reside in Coerthas where I look after Camp Dragonhead. We're known for our frigid hospitality so I would not blame you for thinking rather... unkindly, I suppose? But I am a great supporter of the adventurers that come through. Many of which have been wonderful allies to my cause and for that I am grateful. Being from another corner of the world as most other Eorzeans perhaps I msy be useful in your inquiries?
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[personal profile] mostsplendid 2018-07-14 09:23 pm (UTC)(link)
[She knows who he is? She does! How splendid. He wants to ask how and why. And more importantly he wants to know if she's familiar with the Warrior of Light. He has so many questions about his dearest friend's status. Are they still getting along alright? He hopes they're not too sad or burdened. And of course he hopes they're smiling ever so brightly. But just... so many questions!

And yet... the look she gives him is cold. There is a smile, yes, but... well, coming from Ishgard and all the nobility you can pick up fake compliments and forced smiles quite well. And hers gives him reason for the jubilation to pass and he hesitates in a response.]


Surely there is nothing to forgive, my lady. I spent some time with the Warrior of Light so I assumed my reputation precedes me.

[He takes a moment of silent compilation trying not to waste too much time on the video feed. He should have thought out what to say before hitting play but...]

What I suppose to mean to say is I certainly didn't mind it. It sort of makes me feel a little bit like a hero myself. [He offers a soft laugh.] To fight side by side with the Warrior of Light until my own name is known... I'm quite proud! And though I do not know quite what you mean by your wording, that you're used to it, I sincerely hope all is well. You certainly did not offend me in the slightest.

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[personal profile] the_perfect_pear 2018-07-14 01:28 pm (UTC)(link)
[The feed is coming from a face that is far too cute to be a normal animal, as Pear positions the camera at a angle that was a little off but held in her hoof.]

I can help with the animals. We raise pigs and chickens on our farm and let the cows stay on the farm too. It's not apple bucking time yet so I won't need help with that either.
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[personal profile] the_perfect_pear 2018-07-15 07:36 pm (UTC)(link)
No, no, back home. I live on a farm back home and we, as in my family, raise chickens, pigs and let cattle stay on our farm. I can show you the basics of caring for animals if you need help.

[At least there's that. Pear is a nice lady after all.]

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[personal profile] readypunch 2018-07-15 05:05 am (UTC)(link)
You know, I thought that! I mean, it couldn't be that hard to allow people a little more room, right?

[…Yda may have some Feelings about all of that.]

I could probably help out! [Or, well, try to.] I don't know that much of animal husbandry, but I could learn!

[She tilts her head.] Well- I'm from Eorzea! I'm… well, I don't always get the latest news, but I can try to answer any questions you've got.
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[personal profile] readypunch 2018-07-16 12:18 pm (UTC)(link)
[Several years, on and off, and before that- they'd needed to go somewhere. Even though the Shroud hadn't turned out to be that at the time.]

Oh? Well- you're welcome! [Honestly, she doesn't think it's that big a secret, is it? Though- admittedly she's not familiar with this lady. She seems nice enough, though!]

I think that'd be good! I… well, it's still an adjustment!

Oh- yes, that seems reasonable. Let's see…. I was east of Baelsar's Wall, so I don't know how much you'll recognise- unless you've been that way, too? [It doesn't seem likely, but- you never know.] I'd been watching troop movements- nothing too much out of the ordinary around the Fringes, just the usual patrols- but there was definitely some activity rising around the Wall.

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[Cehd'ra doesn't know why he's doing this. She's no one he recognizes and the odds of her recognizing him are so slight as to be impossible...but that uneasy knot doesn't go away. She's another Keeper, Gridanian too from the sound of it. It's a stupid thing to feel anxious over but it's enough to keep his face off the camera, sticking to voice instead.]

What do you want to ask?

[This would be easier if he was more comfortable with text.]
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[personal profile] stabbersinyerfambles 2018-07-16 03:28 pm (UTC)(link)
['Scion' sounds vaguely familiar but there's no meaning beyond 'probably an Eorzean thing' that comes to his mind.]

No. I don't think I know what that is...

[His name is safe enough to give as long as he doesn't give the whole thing.]

And it's Cehd'ra. I missed getting yours.

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