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Awoke on dandelion hill, and saw Leto in the distance. Leto sure had grown a lot. He had obviously journeyed and explored as she knew he would. Was joined by Rossamund, the small fey later. Was quite low in energy, the distance in time between where she was and where she is now drains her, so Ravenflight fell in and out of slumber. They passed few words between them, but Ravenflight had gotten more accustomed to feeling moreso than speaking - she had been silent for so long in this place, at times it felt unnatural to speak.

Physical:
• Healthy

BASICS

"Now, I don't even want to build on the layers. There's no need to complicate a simple phrase. Hey there, baby, we'll be fine..."

Name: Ravenflight
Gender: Doe, Female
Age: Adult. (23rd March 2008)
Signs: Aries, Earth Rat.
Size: #10
Species: Elk with Endless Forest traits.
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Loves: Iaurdagnire

Endless Forest Set: Beluga pelt, Real deer mask, Peacock antlers.
Sometimes a skull mask. From Verve.

Facts
• Forever grateful.
• First known feathered doe.
• Has cheated death numerous times.
• Determined, wise and collected. A leader.
• Prefers to sit and contemplate over all else.
• Is a swift fighter; Speed excels her strength.
• Motherly tendencies. Sometimes feral nature.
• Once had the ability to change to a human face.
• Battle-torn, worn. Very mild case of PTSD.
• Stoic, internal and contemplative, considers many things.
• Born inside the forest, but well aware of realms outside it.
• Thrives within the evening. Adores twilight and night-time.
• Is actually very passionate and seductive; conceals this.
• Incredibly loyal, a devoted partner or friend no matter the distance.
• Is a wanderer; adores travelling in and out of the forest. Cannot be caged.
• Selfless, Incredibly loyal. Sacrificed herself for: Rajan, Gehirn, Herla & Iuardagnire.
• A strong believer of shaping ones own future. Does not believe in things happening by chance. Has fought ruthlessly to prove this.
• Is very wary of the Endless forest pond; knows its surface is a farce. After many bad experiences with it, chooses to drink upstream. Will not avoid it outright however.

CORE

Ravenflight is no stranger to experience, having lived for eight years. During her lifetime, the doe has experienced first-hand loss, pain, war and the inability to control ones future. Ravenflight was once aligned with an ancient species known as an Auraa’n; A species responsible for the guardianship over certain species. After countless fights, death and rebirth, the doe was granted pardon from her path and re-incarnated as a regular deer, stripped of all her powers; As she had wanted.

On Ravenflight’s sturdy legs stand an incredibly determined and empowered personality. Ravenflight hardly accepts failure and at the very core of her being, believes that only you can shape your own future and destiny. Ravenflight does not believe in the ability to lose control and her inner strength allows her to often get a grasp on her own or others situations and try to improve them, making her an excellent leader. Ravenflight exhibits a strong sense of empathy and tenderness, and in many cases has been the shoulder to lean on or cry on. Ravenflight is an incredibly devoted character and very loyal - once you have a friend within Ravenflight, it is often very difficult to fully lose her. Her loyalty can often have a downside to it as not everyone’s loyalty is as paramount, and when Ravenflight finds herself or another drifting away she has a very difficult time being able to fully let go.

Most of the time, one can find Ravenflight sitting in quiet contemplation or wandering - she exhibits incredible amounts of stoicism and not a lot can budge her or bother, but we all have weaknesses. Ravenflight is often happier to sit down in the calm with another, but certainly does not avoid playful behaviours, and has been known to race about, jump, dance and play games; these are the moments between the lines of her story. A lesser known fact is her passionate nature, which shows itself in various forms. Ravenflight is a passionate lover and a passionate fighter.

Not a lot can bother the doe, but when a friend, a freedom or her own life is in danger, her inner strength marries her own physical strength and she becomes a fearsome fighter. Once Ravenflight has a target; it is hard to lose said target. The doe has sacrificed herself multiple times for her own cause or another’s, and is the reason why her blue pelt was once littered with scars. Emotionally, Ravenflight is similar; she rarely opens up to some and lets a lot of things go. But when something does bother her, rather than talk about it or react instantly she will often avoid others and process it in her own time, in this way she is rather insular.

A rocky-shore battered by the coastline, always there, remaining.

LEGACY

Not a great deal is known or spoken about Ravenflight’s origins. However, what is known is this: A small feathered doe was born into The Endless Forest by two god-like entities – Aton and Neyrah. These entities took on an earthly form and chose to leave the doe here, until, we can only assume, she came of age or was ready for whatever grand plan was awaiting her. As these entities could not stay, they chose to leave her in the care of her older brother, Feathercrest. When Ravenflight was of an older age, Aton revealed to his earthen children that Ravenflight would be bestowed a most magnificent gift.

Guardians, or Auraa’n were an untold, and usually unseen race of creatures that held dominion over almost every natural aspect you could think of; plants (and their endless species), insects and beast. It was revealed that Ravenflight was to become a guardian of the family corvidae – the ravens, crows and all that it implied. When the news had reached Feathercrest’s ears that Ravenflight had been given guardianship, he grew immensely jealous, believing that such a gift should be the eldest child’s right.

Feathercrest continued to nurse this hate in his heart, and when the stag was wandering the forest one day, a wayward demonic soul found him, and made a bargain with the fragile and jealous stag. The demonic force took hold in the stags heart and transformed him into a terrifying and semi-powerful beast hungry for his sisters powers. The original Feathercrest died that day and the demon took all of Feathercrest’s memories of Auraa’n and their power. The demon chose to call himself ‘The Raven King’ and went into hiding until the day would come when Ravenflight’s powers would become present.

THE STELLAR CYCLE

The time it would take for Ravenflight’s powers to emerge would not be instantaneous, and the next chapters of Ravenflight’s life were tales of recklessness and a longing heart. In her youthful days the doe seemed to develop many crushes, which was a strange behaviour. The doe had some friends but the definition between the two often was quite blurred; the doe knew not much of the different kinds of Relationship one could have, and this process of learning would take it’s time.

Through the many friendships she had made, the doe met one particular Stag called Wudiin. This being was unlike any other she had met and she found herself gravitating towards the shy creature. Together the pair would spend some sleepy afternoons together, and although the doe thought of investing feelings to him, it was not to be. The moon-white stag had a heart for a little dark, starry pelted doe called Poltergeist. Eventually, the three and many others became close friends, and Ravenflight slowly began to understand what Friendship entailed. Wudiin became one of Ravenflight’s best friends, but his passing left her and Poltergeist in a shock; along with poltergeists two unborn children. Ravenflight spent many days with Poltergeist, supporting her and growing a close companionship with her, a close friend.

It was in these days that Ravenflight met a stag called Rajan, who was close to Wudiin. This stag ended up being one of her, at the time, most influential entanglements. The doe fell head over heels for him. However, for many times the stag would disappear, leaving Ravenflight longing and slowly breaking apart. News had reached her ears that day that he had killed himself in the pond. As to why the doe could not understand, but she chose to slowly wander to the ponds edge and surrender herself to its waters. The pond had become a life-taker more than a life-giver; Wudiin had waded into its waters to die, as did Rajan and Ravenflight to follow. Her body and bones lay underneath the pond that day, and there they would stay.

Ravenflight was pulled into a spirit world by Aton whom had seen the destruction and trauma that had found itself on Ravenflight’s brow. This was to be an issue if the doe was ever to find her powers so Aton chose to create two gem-like jewels that glowed a bright, glowing blue – something of unknown power. These gems were called Aton’s tear, which would contain her guardian powers, and the other to block the doe’s traumatic past. Ravenflight was brought back into the forest, first bound to a Ravens body for three days before turning into a young child once more. As it happened, Poltergeist recognised the small fawn that had no recollection, and stayed beside her until she quickly grew older, taking her original form.

The doe had no memories of her past life, although at times small flashes would come back to her occasionally. One day the doe would wander the forest, frustrated with her inability to recollect, when she stumbled across one of her oldest friends; Draak. The stag confronted her, wondering why she could not remember him. She grew distressed from a conversation by the forest rocks and fell, Draak jumping after her. His hoof landed on one of the tears, smashing it to pieces. A flood of memories came back to her, and she realised who had saved her. The pair grew very close and for a short while, shared a relationship. It is in this time, that Poltergeist was close to giving birth to her children. The midnight doe did not survive this feat however, and passed away. Ravenflight chased poltergeists spirit as it slowly left, and witnessed Wudiin’s spirit arrive to take her to the stars.

THE TRANSFORMATION CYCLE

With all the loss and upheaval the doe experienced, Ravenflight found herself in a very dark place. Whilst she had feelings for Draak, she remembered her unresolved times with Rajan. On a rainy evening, The doe wandered the forest and was once again taken into a shadowy realm where Aton, her father, awoke the guardian powers within her. Aton made it known to Ravenflight what had happened to Feathercrest, that he had died and his body became a vessel. Ravenflight morphed into her Guardian form to confront her brother and stop his threat, but instead was taken by surprise with help from his sidekick/puppet, Gevaar.

The pair battled furiously, however, The Raven King was stronger and dealt an awful blow across her neck, killing her. This created an unstable fracture between worlds, where Ravenflights body floated from the shadowy place into forest. Many deer came to her when they saw her, trying to speak memories to her to coax her mind and soul fully from the other-place, but in the end it was not enough. The doe was taken from the forest and roamed other-worlds as the wind for 462 days, until she finally stumbled across a realm near the coast-line. By mere chance, the doe happened to stumble across a family of deer she thought she had forgotten; Rowan, Darcy and Rajan. Ravenflight was unsure on how Rajan arrived in this place, but the doe was overjoyed. Together, the family traveled towards rumours of a new land called Arokai. However, along the way the doe felt a strong yearning to return back to the forest. Although Ravenflight was with close friends and loved ones, none could silence her strong guardian mind.

THE REDEMPTION CYCLE

There were tales of the strength of a guardians mind, that if he projected his wishes long enough, he would be taken to where he desired. This proved to be true and as the doe began to wander away from the group, a powerful torrent of water washed over the forest and took the young doe away from the outside world, back into the forest. However, it did not go exactly to plan. Her mind needed to meld with something physical in the forest in order to fully return, and the only physical thing remaining in the forest were her old, rotting bones at the bottom of the forest pond, the day she had killed herself. The doe was stuck inside her old corpse and was unable to move outside the pond; the doe was essentially “un-dead.” She was threatened by the eater of the dead and rotting, neath. The prey essentially confused him as she was dead and rotting, but was very much alive. The doe began to lose her mind in the dank watery realm, however, she was still visible to others above the surface. One particular stag, Gehirn, noticed the does corpse more than most and one afternoon, the stag wandered down into the pond and realised it was her, calling out to him. Gehirn jumped into the pond and pulled Ravenflight out. As the doe resurfaced, her true skin and form was revealed and she became living again, thanks to her pillar.

Ravenflight had forgotten Draak by this point, and was certain their relationship was over. However, the doe began to wonder about Rajan. Would he come back for her? Did Ravenflight abandon Rajan? The became conflicted and incredibly angry. However, the doe kept her anger to herself, slowly, but surely, the does heart became stone. She had been pulled and pushed through worlds against her wishes, her only family member wanted to kill her and the doe was seven years old, without a mate or a family. Ravenflight began to become distant, only choosing to interact with certain deer. For a brief few months, Ravenflight sighted her mate, Rajan. He had apparently found a way back also. But then, again without notice, he vanished again; her love form him began to wane. Ravenflight became troubled by this as she did not want to let him go. In her frustration over this, but her guardianship woes as well, the doe turned to violence. She had learnt of a foul beast called Akuji, a child-killer, a demon. Ravenflight confronted the tar-beast in the birch forest and fought him. Both injured themselves terribly; her magnificent feathered crown was maimed.


Ravenflight had learnt of the death of one of her old friends, Iaurdagnire. The doe happened upon the dandelion one day, a large crack beside it. The doe peered down it, noticing a small glowing rune amongst the tangled roots, to discover it was his essence, his name and Ravenflight swore to protect it, no matter the cost. Foul creatures from underneath the forest wanted to steal his name, and alongside other deer in the forest, a war erupted. The doe fought scores of the creatures ruthlessly, letting her lust for war consume her entirely. Ravenflight had vanished amongst her now swelling anger and guardian power. The doe led a small horde of these creatures to the birch forest, letting them shred her to bits. As they did, the many coats of stone fell from her heart and at once her guardian power once again encased her body and she morphed into a black, feathered creature. She turned these beasts to ash and then vanished from the forest for one final time.


Ravenflight happened across a world that was far removed from that of the forest. She was weak and tattered, greeted finally by her father, Aton. The pair spoke of her feats, and Ravenflight expressed her desire to be normal, not to be bound by any of these guardian powers. Aton made it known to the doe that the threat of Feathercrest had vanished and in giving her life for the Antediluvian, she had helped maintain balance within the forest. Aton gave her a choice to either remain here in the guardian world, where she would be free from the pains of the world, or return home mortal, stripped of all her powers. Ravenflight chose to return to the forest, finally free of all of her burdens. The doe on return, remained in the forest for some time, before exploring an outside world through a portal she had made in the pond. In the outside realms, she found her appearance had entirely changed and all the scars faded from her body. In this outside realm, she thought through a lot of her old problems, and came to many realisations. The doe chose to finally part ways with Rajan, freeing her heart from innumerable amounts of torment. The doe then returned to the forest, free forever. Always a deer.


With this newly found freedom, the doe felt restless. Ravenflight chose to leave the forest for a brief time after the battle as her free self, to rediscover and contemplate on all that had happened. When the doe finally returned, she came back altered; peacock feathers no longer her crown.


For a time, the doe felt at peace but as usual, she managed to find herself fall to unrest. As all of her battles had been won and all her torments seemingly gone, she found herself aimless, without a purpose. Nothing had changed since the battle for dandelion hill - the battle that had freed her, and she began to feel it was all for nothing. Day by day the doe stood vigil by the dandelion, hoping that her battle-torn friend would return. In the confines of her mind she kept his memory safe, and remained there through many of the seasons, only ever leaving to find water or graze. On one of her wanderings away from the dandelion, she felt a sudden unrest; the earth beneath her shuddered ever so slightly-like something was stirring. Iaurdagnire’s body was returned to the forest, but It was motionless, an ever so slight sliver of life-force beating every now and then. It was here that the final battle for dandelion hill would take place, where demons would swarm to try and take Dag’s weakened life. Together, the forest banded together to defend him and triumphed.

It was after this great battle, that the doe realised it was “all over” – there were no longer any grand battles or struggles to define her purpose. Instead, the doe took it as her duty to re-introduce Iaurdagnire to the forest, as she empathised with his disconnection and struggle, after all, he was gone for over a year and Ravenflight had always found herself in upheaval. The pair would spend many days together sharing tales or playing, and slowly, the doe found herself dropping her guard around him. Ravenflight empathised and began to care for the stag in a way which she had never known before, and one afternoon, gave her heart to the stag, and he in turn his. She had found her happy ending.

LINKS

Origin
Ravenflight once had strong ties to her origin-her two birth parents the legacy of an ancient and powerful species called Auraa’n, which were also known as guardians. Her parents, Aton and Neyrah, along with her deceased brother, Feathercrest, were once the only family she had. However, as the doe freed herself from her birth right and became mortal, she too, lost her connections to this origin.
She does not speak of her past family anymore. She has adopted a mindset that the relationships she forges and the ones that are there for her are the ones that matter; spirit is stronger than blood.

Iaurdagnie (Loves) In a time before this one, both Iaurdagnire and Ravenflight were simple acquaintances and familiar faces, bound by their empathy towards one another of their own battles and desire for freedom. However, both of their histories had long since run alongside each other, entwined in a way that would bring them together. If it were not for Iaurdagnire, Ravenflight would not have been able to be freed from her birth-right and in turn, Ravenflight was able to save Iaurdagnire from a point of weakness in his own battle. When their stories finally collided, both saw shreds of themselves in each other and as Ravenflight spent more time with Dag, she began to feel a sense of surrender, and would find herself dropping her solitary guard in his company; she did not always have to be alone. The doe slowly found the walls dropping around her and her vulnerability was surrounded by Iaurdagnire, the one she would devote herself to. Is in love with completely, and cannot imagine being without him; a heart connection that seems to exist no matter the distance they share.

Gehirn (Beloved) Gehirn has been an enduring force throughout Ravenflight's life. The pair have stood by each other through crisis and drama. In their younger days they would flirt and play, and were even frowned upon by naysayers, to the extent they were attacked. Gehirn was there for Ravenflight, and Ravenflight was there for Gehirn. Whilst Ravenflight had feelings for Gehirn at one stage, she chose to hold them back, as he had a mate at the time. Was definitely for the best though she felt; as the pair were both incredibly headstrong and would have likely destroyed the fantastic friendship they now hold. The pair have endured much heartache between themselves, both watching lovers come and go and each be betrayed. Their friendship endures. Gehirn is Ravenflights pillar. A fortress, an obelisk. Strength. Family.
Her best friend.

† Poltergeist (Best Friend) Poltergeist is a major figure within Ravenflight's life. The two came to meet each other on 'negative' terms, but as time passed they grew a lot closer than they thought they would. Both Ravenflight and Poltergeist stood as they watched their loves demise and pass before them and grew a whole lot closer. Ravenflight was often a source of support for Poltergeist, and in turn, she would offer her glowing comfort and embrace. When Ravenflight was cast back to fawn-hood, Poltergeist took her under her wing and became a 'mother' to Ravenflight for a brief time. Ravenflight would not have any memory of Poltergeist until later. Poltergeists death severely impacted Ravenflight, but at the same time, she was happy for Poltergeist, for returning to Wudiin at long last. At night, the Doe is often seen by the pond, when the stars reflections are the closest, uttering a prayer and a greeting to the starry mother and friend.

† Wudiin (Close Friend) Wudiin was one of Ravenflight's first loves, although he would not return the affections, the pair remained good friends, often playing forest and chase games in their younger days. Ravenflight would often specifically seek out Wudiin for comfort and help, even if he didn't speak much, the words unsaid and his very presence seemed to make the negativity wane from her life. Wudiin is an important figurehead in Ravenflight's life as through him, Ravenflight would meet Poltergeist and her now ex mate Rajan. At times she is still saddened by his death, but has past her mourning stage and simply smiles. He left a legacy, and shone some light into her life. She was happy to have known him.

Otis (Charge) Ravenflight has watched Otis grow from a newborn fawn to the young hart he is today. Ravenflight connects well with the placid and sweet nature of the child, and finds it very easy to hang around with him. Being an excellent gestural reader, Ravenflight has little difficulty understanding what the lunar mute says. Has not seen the child for some time now, and often wonders and worries where he has gone to.

Sterre (Charge) Ravenflight has watched Sterre grow from a newborn to the beautiful young woman she is today. She is incredibly proud of her and how she has developed into a kind, empathic doe; just like her mother was. Seeing Sterre grow to the age she is makes her realise just how old she is (Its a good thing!) and is relieved to see that she has found her place and independence, as she often worried that because of her lack of blood-family today, she may have turned out differently or led astray. Ravenflight will always be there for the starry-doe.

† Virgil "The Red" (Friend) And in the days long before they met, the two were simply aware. Passing glances, fleeting little moments. Ravenflight remembers that instinctual red stag. At times they would often meet and play, or simply sit on Red Hill, soaking in the essence of the forest. At times they would go by the poppy patch, and Virgil would mutter some words about a friend, but she never fully understood. The pair seemed to grow distant for some time, and would only seem to find each other on grim occasions. Ravenflight explored the Scottish Highlands one day, and lost one of her feathers in the process which helped the Red find his way back. They fought side by side at Dandelion hill and is saddened that he has now left without saying a proper goodbye. When word reached that The Red had come back to the forest to die, was upset that she was not there to be with him. Wanted so much to speak with him. Somehow she knew that he knew she would be alright. Will not forget.

Herla (The Feathered Sister) Ravenflights relationship with Herla began a lot like her relationship with Poltergeist; Jealousy. It seems that such relationships always turn around. Initially felt jealousy towards the beautiful doe because of her blossoming connection to her best friend; perhaps a little bit protective. Whatever negative pretenses there were, they were quick to fall to the wayside. Ravenflight deeply admires the little does motherly nature and the kindness shown towards Ravenflight has long since remained in her heart. Ravenflight finds Herla a doe she can confide much in, and has revealed some elements of her past to her. Was incredibly humbled when Herla extended her family and love towards Ravenflight; who seemingly had nothing left. In turn, Ravenflight had been there for the doe on a few teary occasions. Although Herla may not know it, Ravenflight has sworn her protection to the family, and would do her best to protect them, although she always had. One situation being her battle against Akuji; the child-killer; in order to protect Herla and her two unborn fawns as well as several assaults from Sianna in their younger days.

Ephire (Good Friend) There is mostly a silence amongst both, but deep down they both seem to share a connection, even though not a lot is shared. They are both watchers, observers that feel the world turn around them. Deep in her biology, her Corvidae essence seems to be akin to his own. Both have spent many quiet times together, and both protecting each other in turn. Both Ephire and Ravenflight united together at the battles for Dandelion hill; they both seemed incredibly invested in it, especially Ephire. The doe has a small hunch at the events of the past, and how Ephire may have been involved in Dags first passing, but seems to have a broader understanding of it; and feels it was likely a necessary step. Ravenflight deeply admires the Raven-stags resolute strength, and will always look kindly to him and confide.

Cry (Acquaintance) Ravenflight has met the small angel in the past with fleeting glances, although she often wonders if he actually remembers...perhaps not. As of recent, the little angel has become a new face in her life again. She is incredibly thankful of his healing energies and selflessness in saving Iaurdagnire. Ravenflight thinks very highly of the small one and enjoys sitting beside him in quiet conversation. Sitting with him seems to have a positive affect on her; warming her almost with a cleansing energy or light. Ravenflight has not seen the little angel in some time, and wonders where he has gone to.

Melusine (Acquaintance) Ravenflight has a vague memory of this doe speaking to her, rather, fretting about her. However, in more recent times, Ravenflight has sighted this doe within the company of Dag. She enjoys Melusines company and finds her incredibly sweet natured. Has a bit of a fear of her attraction to the ponds waters after Ravenflights own ordeals. Hopes to meet the purple doe again and get to know her better.

Iendoe (Acquaintance) Ravenflight has had a few encounters with the small doe, mostly in the company of Poltergeist or Wudiin. She admires her gentle nature, but secretly frets over her. The last time the pair saw each other, Ravenflight had just leapt into the pond to drown. What a strain that could have on a relationship?

Walter (Pure Hatred)Murderer. Abuser. Child-killer. Demon. Will not tolerate the old man by any means. Especially after countless attacks on Ravenflight when she was younger, as well as Gehirn. Is not afraid of him whatsoever, and will stand her ground and likely fight if she saw him.

Neath (Fears) His dark presence sent her to near madness. Taunted her and waited until she had died so he could feed on her. When Ravenflight sees neath, her only instinct is to run. Whatever the circumstance. As of late, the doe has tried her best to stand her ground if Neath is circling another friend whom may be injured nearby the pond, still, the very noises the crocodile makes will make her fur stand on end.

Sianna (Wary of) After getting into a fight with this doe, Ravenflight is very weary of her, and finds her unstable, violent nature a threat, especially when she constantly pursued and preyed upon other deer. Will stand her ground if she ever sights the phoenix doe.

Rajan (Unsure) After sharing almost four years of a life with someone, its hard to let them go. Ravenflight was once incredibly close to this stag, and madly in love. They met in their younger days and were inseparable and passionate. Ravenflight often called Rajan her tiger as he had come from a distant land that was occupied by these striped cats. Whilst the pair shared so much together, Rajan began to become distant, often wandering far from Ravenflight. Word had reached her ears once that Rajan had killed himself, so the doe did the same, although they both found their way back. However, he would eventually leave again and Ravenflight would often be left wondering where he had gone and when he would return, though a loyal creature, she chose to wait. This waiting caused her heartache and the doe was never able to have children to the stag. This, among other things caused her large amounts of distress and in the end, Ravenflight put an end to it and chose to move on.

Darcy (Unsure) Ravenflight once had feelings for the stag when she was very young, and found him incredibly charming, and a gentleman, but all things must come to pass in time. At one point had developed a very close friendship with him and Rowan, bot noticed things would take a turn for the worst when Rowans first child to Darcy was stillborn. Ravenflight had spent some time outside the forest with himself, Rowan, Darcy & Rajan. Years had passed since then and both Ravenflight and Darcy had returned. Things seemed to go downhill from here and his personality took turns for the worst. Ravenflight struggled to remain a good friend to him, as she did not understand where his hatred and drug abuse was coming from. Chose to avoid him long after that, there was nothing left between them anymore.

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