Recent - 13/10 2020
Has had a few eventful days. A while ago, made good on his promise to bring Yasu to Athu; was joined by Eremes and Harin as well. Had a quite pleasant outing, though took note of something Harin asked Yasu about; something about gods.

Later, watched as the Twin Gods statues had a party all over the forest, and worried a lot about Harin, who he hadn't heard from in a few days, despite texting him. Probably would have banged on Harin's door, if only Leto knew where he lived :unamused: Very happy to see the albino again when he finally visited the forest.

Shared some conversation, Leto asking about that god thing he'd mentioned, quietly curious about why Harin was interested in that. Got an answer, but not one he was happy about: Harin told him he was dying. Slowly, but still; not slow in the eyes of a troll. More upset at this than he might have showed, and alarmed at what Harin is planning to do about it, but has quietly decided to keep an eye out for a solution himself.


Earlier - Rut Day 15, 18/09 2020
(some relations updates)

Last day of the Rut... or at least the last official day. Leto found that the Rut trickled away a little in the second week; he didn't mind, though. Woke up in the Forest just beside Mischief and Peril; gave them a quick greeting before going to the Idol for a drink, then wandered a little. Soon rejoined the two, and now Harin had arrived as well, and a few moments later Ross appeared.

Saw Néli in the distance, invited her to join the little group. One last herd to say goodbye to the Rut, perhaps? They all moved away from the pond, Leto asking Harin to spar - might as well get one in. Had a nice little fight, wasn't sure who won, but enjoyed it nonetheless. Watched as Harin continued with challenging Néli. Thought she won that one.

After a bit of a rest, Harin and Ross had a go at it. Found it fun, at first, seeing that their fight styles matched up pretty well... but then Harin suddenly collapsed in a heap. Immediately worried, wondering if Ross had hit his head or something. He was still breathing, though somewhat shallowly, and his heartbeat seemed... fine. Unsure what to do, though Ross idea of bringing him to a hospital seemed like a good one, except Leto knows Harin loathes hospitals...

But then the albino woke up, thankfully. Leto, still worried, tried to nudge him into the hospital idea but nope, no luck there. Instead they all sat down in a flower patch nearby, vaguely worried and keeping an eye on Harin. Figured some food might not be a bad idea, so went and picked up his now-slightly-stale honey biscuits and handed them out. Would have liked Harin to eat more than one :unamused: get that blood sugar up.

Also visited by Yasu! Happy to see her, conversed a little about her recent travel, and how the Rut had gone. Seemed like they both shared some similar experiences.

When leaving the forest, was absolutely intent on draggin Harin home with him. No way he was leaving the albino alone after this. Ross offered to come with, and Mischief looked like he might need some reassurance too... and then he couldn't leave Néli out, though wasn't sure she'd agree to come visit an almost-strangers home in another world. She was up for it, though.

Portaled them all back to his shop. Perhaps a little pleased by their reactions, and also Very Startled when Mischief turned into a mermaid. Apparently Harin knew that but hadn't told him. >:/ Showed them the upstairs, where he lives, and the evening ended with a quite pleasant gathering in Leto's kitchen. Quite unused to having so many people in his home, but didn't mind. Made some dinner, Harin offered Néli a cigarette (she didn't like it), and fixed some sleeping spots for everyone. Obviously, he needs some extra mattresses or something. Harin went to bed early, and the evening ended with tea and pipeweed and a quiet chat with those who were still awake.



Rut Day 11, 14/09 2020
Woops I'm faling off the updates wagon. Seems like the Rut is slowly winding down a bit; Leto went into the forest with the intention to take it easy again. Sat around for a bit, watched Xxabrielle and Jaromir spar a little, before sensing Harin nearby. Seems like the two other competitors did as well; greeted, and played with, all three for a while before settling down near the Idol.

Mischief, Hector, Peril joined at various stages, and talked a little with Mischief and Harin. Was asked about the flask he'd got from Raido, showed it, let them sniff (and Harin got a sip). Didn't seem like either would appreciate it.

Joined by Uy and Éasca. Leto dozed off a little. Melanie came to steal them? harin grumbled something, then went off to give Melanie a proper spar (in front of her... interest?). Leto followed, amused, cheering him on.

Joined in the end by Circe and Ronra as they went back to chill by the stream and Leto went home again.


14/09 2020
Just some updates. Added some relations, changed a few things.


Rut Day 10, 13/09 2020
Another chill day. Wandered a little aimlessly before meeting Mischief; played and frolicked for a while before the kirin led them to what Leto figures is his favourite flower patch. Happy to sit, anyway. Had a brief small talk with him, speaking of how the Rut was going for them both. Soon joined and interrupted by Harin, and the discussion turned to more general Rut things.

Offered them both some of the cake he'd got from Nabi, amused as they bantered over it. Later also joined by Raido; pleased to see the wolf again, and was surprised when he gave Leto a flask of honey mead. Has tried the beverage before, but rarely, and certainly not the good quality stuff like this seemed to be. Was warned that it was very potent, and promised he'd savour it, not drink himself headless. Asked about other intoxicants from Raido's homelands, curious. Has found the wolf to be pleasant company, and quietly decided to find something better than a mere honey biscuit to give in return for the mead.



Rut Day 9, 12/09 2020
A bit more subdued today, though in good spirits, and the forest seemed quite calm too. Sat down with Harin and a bunch of others. Judged some fights - Harin vs Para, Harin... vs someone else? (Apel wasn't paying attention). Feeling lazy, mostly napped.

Was approached by Nabi! Who had brought a CAKE. Surprised, asked if it was for the honey biscuits he had shared yesterday, was told yes. Definitely have to share that cake around because there's no way he can eat all himself. Thanked her, and then had a little conversation, Nabi asking what he was (a troll) and where he came from (Athu). Then Apel had to go to bed, but Leto will seek her out at some other time to continue their talk, curious to hear about her world too.



Rut Day 8, 11/09 2020
Started out in an excellent mood and full of energy. Met up with Ross, sparred with Ross, then went over to Al and Thais, and had some taunting and banter at Al. Fought the angel, which felt VERY good. Actually had fun? Then more banter, and then Al kept following him to the pond. Figured the angel had some midlife crisis or something - had thought Al would bail from Leto's company as fast as possible.

Eventually moved to the Ruins, where Ross and Thais had been hiding. Weird prank you guys. Watched as Al had a Moment, then shrugged and went off to find more rut activities. Al came and bullied people, and fought Taveer; Leto, obviously, voted for Taveer.

Sat down with a bunch of people. Néli, Raido, Alina, Ragnara. There was a bit of comings and goings, but Leto had noticed that Raido looked a little lonesome, so shuffled closer and followed Thais' example by offering food (she's a genius). Asked if he wanted a honey biscuit and then struck up some conversation and small talk about each others' worlds. Curious of the wolf, and will seek him out again.

Eventually, more people joined. Pleased to see Harin, and watched him fight a lot. Was a bit lazy with the judging though oops.

Left the forest with Harin, quite pleased with how things had gone.



Rut Day 3, 06/09 2020
Started out by chilling at Red Hill, before moving, wandering slowly until he came across a sleeping Minh. Has always been curious of the inky-black yokai, and sat down nearby, a little hesitant, but Minh woke up and moved closer. Yay!

Later was joined by Harin, Mischief, and Menace. Then Ross came by, and he and Harin had a teasing lighthearted spar before sitting down as well. Happy to see his friends in one place.

Then a new face joined (Spencer). Admired her striking feather crest as everyone fell into a bout of play, before sitting down again.

Joined by Rohit, Ross' cousin. Has only heard about him, never met, but was pleased to do so. Watched as the cousins beat up each other a bit, then yelled at them to come sit down. Exchanged greetings, then Ronra came by as well. Big group!

Dozed off (while Apel got some toast), came back to some action! Ross and Harin got double-teamed by Melanie and someone he didn't recognise.
Thought Harin won that one, and didn't see enough of Melanie vs Ross to choose. A little disappointed when Spencer went with Melanie, since he had thought about introducing himself, but will keep an eye out for her at some other time.

Things settled down once again, and Thais and Peril joined. Thais handed out figs.



Rut Day 2, 05/09 2020
After going home yesterday, had a long good think. And took a hot bath. And ate something. Tried to figure out why he'd felt so bad yesterday, and came to a few conclusions - he dislikes the night, and perhaps a slower start had been better, instead of trying to jump into the deep end.

In the morning, had a talk with Harin, who'd come visit his shop. Both agreed yesterday had felt strange, and talked about what could be improved. Later in the day, ventured into the Forest again, this time intent on taking it easy, settling on Red Hill to think and chill.

Was eventually joined by Vivek. Surprised, but pleased; found the male's quiet company enjoyable. Recalls admiring Vivek's sparring technique at last year's Rut.

Eventually left, but will keep an eye out for the serpentine stag. Felt a little restless again, wandering closer to where there seemed to be some activity; was caught by Weasel. Got a nuzzle. Very charmed by the little dude, and joined the group. There were a few familiar faces - Vikal, Sebastian, River Stone, and some others. Found it a lot easier to settle down today and just enjoy the occasion.

Eventually, Harin came by. Glad to see the albino, led him away to Red Hill for some downtime. Conversed a bit about how the day had gone, and there was some flirting and teasing. Overall, pleased with how the day went.



Rut Day 1, 04/09 2020
Started out very uncertain about this whole thing; the Rut has a way of playing on all his insecurities - and participating as a judge for the first time certainly didn't make them less. Felt very unsure as he wandered the dark forest, trying to figure out what to do.

Met up with Harin, and had a lil peptalk of sorts; felt a little better afterwards, but still awkward. Watched Brent and Chrona fight, then half-heartedly joined a group - wasn't entirely sure he was meant to do that, and felt very out of place; greeted those present.

Watched Vikal and Ross spar, and chose to follow Ross for a while, the Fae being a nice familiar face. Ended up near another herd, encouraged by Harin. Kind of joined, sat around a bit. Disliked the nighttime, and had a sneaking feeling that everyone was either taking pity on him or laughing at him behind his back. Wished he had more friends to hang out with (Leto that's the whole point you dumbass!!!)

Watched as Kolgrímr approached, got insulted by Harin, and then the following spar. Thought he fought really well, despite Harin making him falling over once. Can't be that easy fighting with three legs. Finally found someone who seemed even more uncomfortable than Leto, and joined Kol's small herd. Attempted some small talk, but Kol didn't seem that interested; could kinda relate to that. At least caught his name.

Eventually slunk off to mope back home, thoroughly discouraged by this first day, and unsure how to fix it.



03/09 2020
Both looking forward to and feels a bit apprehensive about the Rut. Leto enjoys the socializing and activity, but dislikes how it plays on his insecurities; a stray remark from Harin made him think about his reasons for not taking up the Competitor role. Having doubts but tries to push them away.

Today, ventured into the Forest in a fairly good mood. Was going to join a group near the pond (Ross, Ery, Harin, Mischief) but found Inaria not far off, seemingly alone. Sat with her a while before Irene appeared. Pleased that his niece had company, moved off to greet the group. Curious to see Ery, whom he has only heard about and never met, and pleased to see all of them. Inaria and Irene also joined, and they all sat down in a pile.

Later joined by Peril as well as Sadiki and Llyr.

At some point, saw what looked like a parent with two small children (a glamoured Anastasia, Ruvian, Cero) approach the pond. Inaria trotted off, seemingly curious, and Leto got up to keep an eye on her. Would have liked to go greet the mother, but felt suddenly awkward and insecure. Ended up probably looking like as asshole instead, mostly hovering on a distance, feeling both ignored and rude himself. Harin's poking about whether he had trouble being social didn't help. Still, got closer to keep an eye on Inaria, before eventually settling down again, feeling morose. Eventually the little family left, with Inaria in tow.

Feels responsible for her, but also fairly useless. Considered leaving the group but sat down like a grumpy loaf, with Harin close by for a while, before eventually leaving.



17/08 2020
Has been away on a business trip in Emnes, down to the southern parts of the continent, more specifically the city of Sari-ya Gharei and the edge of the Yamauran Desert. Achieved his goals, got what he came for, and also spent some time looking around at properties, finding most of them too expensive or in areas he wasn't interested in. Also bought a handful of souvenirs that he will hand out to a few people.

Today, woke in the forest by getting yelled at by Harin. Didn't entirely appreciate that, mostly because he was tired from hot and sweaty travel, but was happy to see the albino nonetheless; was invited to sit with a few others - Mischief and Severon; Leto recognised the former. Was joined by Inaria after a while, pleased to see her. Gave her a little souvenir from his trip - a light shawl, warm when it's cold and cool when it's warm.

Later sat with Harin, alone, and spoke about what they had been up to. Learned that Harin seemed to have been giving self defense classes, found the image hilarious but intriguing, and asked to let the albino know when he was doing it next. Also suggested it'd be good practice for the Rut - and then had to explain what that was. The conversation derailed pretty heavily at that point. Laughed a lot. Also gave Harin another souvenir - a small, but quite pretty, pocket knife Leto had found at a market.



23/07 2020
Has been enjoying having Harin in the forest, actually. He's a fun guy, and perhaps more inclined to just walk up to people than Leto is - and so, Leto has managed to meet quite a few more people lately. Pleased with that.

Today, went into the forest as usual, before noticing a group of familiar scents in the Birch - Ross, Harin, Yasu, and another, vaguely familiar sphinx (Eremes). Curious, went to investigate. Was met by Harin, who seemed relieved to see him - the cause evident a moment later. Eremes was heavily hurt, Yasu holding it together (but barely), and nobody quite seeming to know what to do.

Harin went to fetch a big cat friend of Yasu, who Leto didn't catch the name of (Favager).

Ross volunteered some medical knowledge, Leto went to fetch water and some stuff for the pain. Returned with the water, and kassi, a leafy herb to chew, causing pain relief (and very slight euphoria), as well as a small brass key on a leather cord, which causes physical and mental numbness. Yasu went to punch some trees to get splints. Wow.

Helped Ross with splinting Eremes' leg, got some more water, then helped with Favager's leg as well.

At one point when he went to get water, Harin asked about travelling to other worlds. Replied with some uncertainty, made a mental note to make sure Harin can go back home from elsewhere as well.

Later, went home to crash in his own bed. Many things to think about!



11/07 2020
Has been keeping busy, mostly outside the Forest; has some plans, but needs funds for that... aiming to buy a small house in the south of Emnes, just a little getaway, that'd also help him expand his business there.

Also got a surprise NIECE. Saddened by Indira's passing, but determined to keep an eye on Inaria. Already a bit taken aback by her boldness.

A few days ago, learned of a newbie event at the Kantei fight ring; was invited by his friend Harin to come join. Thought it sounded fun - didn't realize that Ross, who'd been doing some end-of-day cleaning in the shop, had been eavesdropping on their conversation.

Kind of got a hint that Ross had heard something, but couldn't be sure how much; Leto would rather not have him know about the organized fights... 'cus it's Ross we're talking about :unamused:

Instead pretended he and Harin were only going to go have dinner somewhere, which Ross invited himself to...

Long story short, ended up being unknowingly followed by Ross to the old parking garage where the fights were held. Had a pretty good evening, watched some spectacular fights, got a few surprises, and then saw a familiar figure step inside the ring - against one of the experienced veterans there, no less - and had a bit of a heart attack. Damnit Ross!

Figured they had to do something, and Harin had the idea that they could turn off the lights to distract from the fight, and give Ross an opportunity to flee. In doing so, surprised Ross, who made some real weird magic, paralyzing a bunch of people before disappearing into the tunnel system.

Leto and Harin managed to go after him, after some trouble, but were pursued by angry djarva people - and thats how Leto managed to yeet them all into the Forest. Wresteld with an angry dog-Harin, and THEN, just their luck, there was a mini Abio, and it was weird. Welcome to the Forest, Harin!

Later, talked things through with the albino, and Ross, got a few things untangled, and also spoke to Verve about what had happened. Whew. Now, would rather like a few days of No Weird Shit happening.

28/02 2020
Heard whispers about a strange tear in the air near the Ruins; knew others had gone there, and come back, often with interesting items or tales. Definitely intrigued by it, but a little wary; once he left through a portal much like that one, and it took years for him to find his way back.

Still, awfully curious. And he knows how to go between worlds now, so when he met up with Verve a while later, asked her if she wanted to come with him. Irresponsible sibling adventures!!

Verve was, obviously, very up for it, and they carefully made their way through the portal, only to find... nothing? on the the other side. The forest looked the same. Same hill, same old forest. Except for one thing... a strange mound of stones, and on top, two statues. Exact stone replicas of both Leto and Verve, except older-looking, as if the unknown sculptor had seen into their futures.

Was thoroughly unnerved by this, but also incredibly curious. Investigated the place carefully, finding two items - a brass key and some hairpins.

Verve wanted to take the statue of herself and bring it home, but it proved too heavy for them to move. Leto might have pulled a muscle. Frowned at Verve's suggestion that he should take the statue of him and put it in his bathroom. No Thanks I don't need to look at a Likely Cursed statue of myself while I'm on the toilet??

Eventually made their way back to the Forest.

"Hm, yeah. Well, at least you'll avoid a possibly cursed statue of yourself in the living room?"



01/01 2020
Visited the forest again after some time away. In a strange mood: restless, uncertain, craving company yet wanting to be alone. Wrestling with some decisions but coming to no conclusions.

Trotted around the forest before joining Verve and Thais, and two strangers (Nix, and a mossy fawn?). Greeted them, roughhousing a little with Verve. Mixed feeling about it - vaguely annoyed, and then annoyed at himself for feeling like that, and just overall moody.

Eventually sat down, but got up sometime later, restless still. Wandered for a bit before sitting down alone, feeling shitty. Eventually got up to drag himself to the pond, where a dunking in cold water cleared his head. Stayed in the pond until he felt stiff with cold, teeth clattering, but with a much clearer head he went to join Thais and Verve again. Glued himself, still dripping wet, to Verve (much to her chagrin).

Later, sat with Idris for a while. No longer finds her unsettling, but rather interesting. Or maybe both. Very stylish, at least.



04/11 2019
Just doing some bio housekeeping. updated pinterest link and some misc bits

Has been keeping busy in Emnes, mostly. Went on a small trip to the south, picking up some new stock for his shop. Possibly taking on some slightly more under-the-table jobs in the future...

Sat with Red a week ago or so. Got a promise from Red to be invited into his house sometime, pleased.



28/09 2019
Updated a few things: inventory, personality, interaction

Met Sadhbh - a vaguely familiar face he'd seen before but never got a name to. Exchanged names, some small-talk about fog. Player had to go cut lemons. Was joined by two others for a while (Ashe and Abilene).



28/09 2019
Wandered around in the fog, a bit annoyed by how thick it was - kept going in circles. Was bumped into by a small sorry-looking buck who Leto thought looked familiar, and who apologised profusely. Learned that his name was Zero, gave his own name in return, and they had indeed met before.

Was asked for help, and yeah, the guy sure looked like he could use some help - thought not what he expected to hear (painkillers, Leto got 'em). Learned that Zero was in some healer's debt, and had to pay in blood, teeth, or jewelry. Yikes.

Agreed to help out, but Zero was gonna owe him a favour. Showed him a few items, and the buck picked out a small silver locket he thought would fit. Also gave him some leaves to chew for the pain before parting ways; quite pleased with the idea of being owed a favour.

"They'll stain your mouth blue, though. Just so you know."



15/09 2019
Was by the pond when he noticed Miriam's presence in the the Birch. Had seen her a few times after his return, but figured she wouldn't remember him; it had been a long time, after all, and they never knew each other particularly well. But even so, he doesn't exactly have an abundance of people he knows anymore, so took a chance and went to greet her.

Pleased when she seemed to remember. Did not mind her terse greeting and was content to sit in silence.



11/09 2019
Updated some stuff. Al turned Leto into a MINI. All the rage.



21/08 2019
Brought Red, his childhood friend who he recently reconnected with, into the forest. Bad timing! Was showing him around, got surprise-barreled over by one large red bull (Niklaus). Outraged, went after the bull and his... companion?, before breaking off again. Not gonna stick his nose into that business... except he did, later, when he saw the bull go after another doe (Accendare), along with a bunch of others. Watched him eventually get brought down, and eaten. Sorry Red, this was either a really bad or a really good introduction to the forest.
Met a fancy-yet-unnerving lady (Idris) as well as others (Sans, more?).

Cleaned his wounds, plopped down to rest with Red and a smallish kid (Zero). Tired, still a bit >:0, but also kind of nice to get out some frustration.



15/08 2019
Wandering the misty forest, came across a scrawny fawn and what he assumed was her mother. Played with her a little; tried to get her to eat something. Eventually sat down, learned that the other doe (Vallika) wasn't her mother at all, and that her name was Daenera. Definitely having Opinions about whoever raised the fawn; poor baby seemed starved.

Taught her a few things about what to eat and not eat and tried to keep her warm. Decided to keep an eye out for her; maybe find her some better food, if he's able.



11/08 2019
Has mostly been spending his time in Emnes, tending to his shop. Recently reconnected with an old childhood friend. Feeling a little aimless.



09/05 2019
Was dozing in a sunspot when approached by a bright figure he hadn't seen in a long while: his little sister Indira. Very surprised and pleased to see her; shared some hugs and grooming before sitting back down.

Was joined by Verve a while later. Squished between his two sisters, Leto was more happy than he's been in a long while. His loved ones may be scattered, but still there is some of his family left.



04/05 2019
Has been keeping a low profile, spending his time in Emnes and in the forest, even defying his fears and visiting the realm of Rohu, the Aeolian Plains, again.

Found out that Verve gained her memories back, overjoyed to hear it, and anxious to see what the results were. Would she remember their time in the forest?

Attended a gathering of fight club in the forest. Amused by, thinking back on similar activities in Emnes. This was a bit more wholesome for sure. Had a good round with Al, beating on each other a bit. Felt good. Met some new interesting faces too, as well as old ones (Idelle).



04/04 2019
Has mostly been laying low the last months, building up his life in Emnes again. Helped Thais and Al when they asked for something to curb Thais' curse, giving her two enchanted necklaces.

Found a sleeping Indira in the forest a while ago. Delighted by the discovery, as he thought she was gone. Sat with her sleeping form and Vasana a while, thinking about his scattered family. Still feeling guilty for disappearing so long.

Was approached by his troll sibling Verve, in Emnes. She asked what he knew about other worlds; answered that he was pretty familiar with them. Was told that Verve knew about her assumed deer self, who was gone, and then she asked him to take her to the Forest. Actually very excited by her request, because while he loves his troll sibling, they have never been as close as they were in the Forest. Warned her that he had no idea what would happen, if she would regain any memories or feel any different, but she was adamant. Secretly happy for that.

She donned a mask, which made him smile - some things never change - and then he brought her to the Forest. Laughed while she tried to sort out her new legs. She didn't gain any memories or feelings from her past self, though. Unsure how to feel about that - had nursed some small hope of seeing his deer sibling again.



10/11 2018
Has been spending a lot of time in Emnes, trying to get his life back in order after being away for so long. Still annoyed that he can't go between worlds on his own; needs help with that. Searching for a solution. Was approached by Altijd while in his home to discuss how his troll life and deer life memories had merged - a little hesitant to talk about it but eventually did.