second entry ⊗ quest #1205 corgi help

[flamekthunder]

Sender: Eustace
To: Everyone
Subject: Requesting Personal Stories About Adventures and/or Travels and Other Items in Relation to Dream Board Post #1205

I am in need of numerous stories about any kind of adventure, journey, or travel you may have embarked on be it in this world or your own.

If you've seen my posting on the board, this post is to provide fuller details about the situation. Last month I had been...trapped in a large tree located on the eastern forests, and within this tree are seven dogs which look like corgis. [Have an imprinted image of what the adorable fluffballs look like:]



It all appears to have been pulled in from another world and has remnants of its original magic in place. This magic is a protection spell and prevents the dogs and anything within the tree to leave. Should the dogs somehow manage to leave without it... They will likely die.

Even if it's for their protection, the dogs need and want to go outside. Furthermore, Should something happen to the tree they wouldn't be able to escape. Fortunately, a way to break the original enchantment and cast a new one to protect them as they live in this world has been found. It's simple and requires the following:

• Bee Honey
  
• Fish Scales
  
• Adventure Stories

None of these are specific so it's whatever can be found, though the better quality, the better chance of succeeding. However, because of the number of dogs, a large amount of each will be needed to ensure they are properly protected. It would be better if there was a better solution, but this will have to do for now.

As for the adventure stories, as mentioned I need a large amount so I would like to ask any willing to share any personal stories they had. There are no specifics, but I get the sense the story should have some spirit of exploration and discovery, which would fit the purpose of the spell. These stories will be transcribed in a journal used for the spell.

Finally, I am looking to create a headstone. The tree and the dogs had a guardian before, however he perished upon leaving the tree. The remains have been buried, but a headstone would be appropriate as well.

If you have any questions, feel free contact me. You can drop off the ingredients at the Fairy Doghouse located within the Residential District. There will be a designated bin for the items. [He draws a brief map with directions. The dogs he refers to are the flower fairy dogs that were brought in a while back.]

Thank you.
— Eustace

[ooc: This post is related to the Dream Board quest #1205 Corgi Help! This post is mostly to collect stories from anyone willing to share. An open log will be made over the weekend if anyone wants to thread out helping Eustace gather the items or even visit the corgis. If have any questions, feel free to PM or contact on laenavesse]

Comments

sender: susato mikotoba

[judicialassistant]

[ An entry about corgis? Right after she contacted Jiang Cheng about walking his dog...? Well, there have certainly been stranger coincidences. Sad as their story is, it catches their Susato's attention, that she has a chance to help them. ]

Perhaps I could be of assistance? I've done a fair bit of traveling over the past year... I'd also be happy to help transcribe the stories wherever it's needed, if you like.

[ Maybe everyone will presumably transcribe their stories themselves, but... some might not. Might as well offer her skills as a legal aid, for those who prefer a more oral approach. ]

[flamekthunder]

Your offer is appreciated, and frankly I could use another pair of hands to help transcribe and transfer the stories to the journal.

[He doesn't mind doing most of the work himself, but realistically he only has so much time and there's a lot to do. So Susato helping would be a boon.]

[judicialassistant]

[ One of the many, many things she's good for. ]

Sure, of course. How many journals do you think we'll need? Do you already have them? I've amassed a small collection myself in my time here, but I don't mind giving up a few for the cause.

Sender: 76

[steadypulse]

I can provide some of the honey I harvest.

[... Always just starts off simple and blunt.]

[flamekthunder]

What kind of honey?

[Rolling right with it, though he did look at this entry a little curiously upon seeing the sender as he found it difficult to imagine 76 harvesting...honey. So he's curious.]

[steadypulse]

Colorful, sparkles, collected from the hives of blue honeybees.

[Everybody needed a hobby, apparently.]

They produce an over abundance that could be damaging to the hives, so I usually only take that over flow.

sender: Ferran

[noblegarnet]

You and dogs is going to be a theme, huh?

[ferran no that's too meta]

[flamekthunder]

[If Ferran could see the very flat look Eustace is giving his message right now—]

I don't see how it's become a "theme."

[also don't call him out like that]

[noblegarnet]

I said going to be. Two times is only a coincidence.

[Maybe be less obvious, Eustace.]

But if you find any more magic dogs, it'll definitely be a pattern.

[silentends]

Do you still need help Eustace?

This is for a good cause so I'd be happy to lend a hand.

[flamekthunder]

Yes, though I think I may be covered with most of the honey. So the fish scales and stories would be the next priority.

[silentends]

I can probably help with fish scales.

I've spent a lot of time fishing at sea back in my world.

Sender: Zidane

[tantailizing]

Huh, I was wondering where you were last month. It all makes sense now.

Sure, I can help get the items, even tell a few stories. And if you want, I have some hand at carving.

[flamekthunder]

[Ignoring that first line.]

Thanks, it's appreciated.

Any of those will do, but I admit I am curious as to what kind of stories you have.

[Not out of any personal interest, just he thinks Zidane is the type of guy who would have interesting ones that would fit his needs.

Yep. Totally it.]

[tantailizing]

[Can't hide from the truth!]

I have plenty. Action, romance, adventure! Tales with war and tragedy! Some hopeful and bittersweet endings!

[Look, he's memorized stuff for plays.]

[Or just has life stories.]

sender: Oriphi

[hearthwarming]

Ah, are these the dogs you've mentioned before, Eustace?

What happened with the dogs' guardian is so sad, though... I'd be happy to try and make a headstone to commemorate him. I would need the materials for it, but that should not be a huge issue.

I think I might be able to help with providing a few adventuring stories as well.

[flamekthunder]

These are a different group, but I can still introduce you to them if you're interested.

I also appreciate your offers. I'll take whatever stories you are willing to share. As for the headstone, I've been debating on if it should be a wooden or stone, however Zidane has offered to help carve so perhaps wood? You could work together with him.

Sender: Hans Westergaard

[sleightofhans]

I have a few stories that I'm willing to share, mostly centered around exploring and fighting. I think they would be entertaining enough to fit in with other stories, at least I hope so!

[flamekthunder]

Both would be suitable for the spells so I will appreciate anything you are willing to share.

sender: Alphen

[refire]

I'm a swordsman so most of my stories are about fighting.

Would that work for you?

[flamekthunder]

Yes, I think they would enjoy them fairly well.

Sender: Balthus

[grappleking]

So weird to think about dogs in trees... anyway, adventure stories, I can help you with. Don't know how much discovery is in them, and I've spent most of the last few years living underground, but I've done some exploring in my day, when I could get away with it.

Could probably help with the fish scales, too. I know you said you'll need a lot, so you'll need others pitching in, but hopefully it helps make a dent.

You gonna name these dogs?

[flamekthunder]

You were living underground?

It seems that ice fishing quest coincides well with what I need so that should help bring in the numbers. I'll accept anything you give.

I think they already have names... I just have yet to figure out what they are. The language the journals at the trees is not one that I can understand. In the worst case I'll rename them but I would prefer to retain their original names, so my next task will be trying to decipher to writing here.

Sender: Vanitas

[darkcharge]

As a dog yourself, doesn't it feel a little odd to have them as companions?

Curious minds are eager for your opinions and thoughts.

[ He's not really curious, mind. ]

[flamekthunder]

[He has half the mind to just ignore this.]

I'm not a dog so it's not an issue.