Scenario Entitled: Lizzie Looks For WizzieCharacters:
Delphina (NPC)
Sehntip
Mason
Location: The Java Factory
Date: Spring, 108 P.A.
...Delphina nods a little, showing interest still, while at the same time giving the impression that she has no desire to delve into the topic very deeply. "The Magic Zone is a fascinating land," she remarks, and stirs her tea slowly. "Are you a user of magic, then Mason?"
Mason nods again.."In the tradition set by father. I took up the pursuit of the arcane shortly after his passing."
Sehntip steps into the cafe from the bustling Tolkeen streets.
Sehntip lopes into the cafe with a look of confusion and bewilderment etched into his reptilian features.
Delphina takes a tasting sip of her tea, sets the cup down to cool a little, and folds her hands as she leans forward a little at the table. "I see. Well, on behalf of the Academy of Magic, I welcome you to Tolkeen." She smiles again in that soft and easy way of hers, her mannerisms and movements indicating, on the whole, a woman of grounded confidence. "It is always a pleasure to meet another fellow pursuing mystic knowledge."
Mason turns to see who has entered, and glances briefly at the new entry.
Delphina sits at a nearby table left of the door with a pot of tea and a few sheets of writing paper. Mason is seated across from her with a mug of coffee.
Mason says "The Academy of Magic? I came to Tolkeen primarily to pursue my studies at that institution, so it is very nice to meet someone affiliated with that institution."
Sehntip shuffles fully into the building, the door narrowly misses snapping his tail off as it closes. A forked tongue flicks out from his toothy maw, testing the air cautiously before disappearing within his mouth. He makes his way towards one of the paintings on the wall and paws at it with a scaly finger.
Delphina too looks briefly towards the lizard man as he steps in, but spares him no further attention as she returns her gaze to Mason. "Yes.. oh dear. It has been a long day.. I didn't introduce myself at all, did I? I am Instructor Delphina of the Academy."
Mason says "It's a pleasure to make your aquaintance, ma'am. I'm Mason Dewitt, a prospective student, it would seem."
Sehntip peers upwards to the interior lighting. His eyes squint closed as double eyelids close against the intense light. A short spat of breath is exhaled from his nostrils and he rapidly blinks, stepping towards the middle of the room. His head sweeps to and fro, looking over the beings that reside inside the cafe.
Delphina nods again and says with a smile, "That would depend on which circle of technique you ascribe to, Mason. I am the secondary head of the Mystic Order, and specialize in teaching defensive magics and mystic philosophy." She cannot help but turn her attention back towards the lizard for a few seconds.
Mason says "I see. I'm following in the path of my father, which has led me to study as a line walker, but I'm sure that I could learn a great deal from someone of your stature."
Sehntip waddles towards the table that Delphina and Mason occupy after some mental ponderings. His tongue flicks out momentarily once more as he approaches.
Mason looks at the reptilian being as he heads in the direction of the table. "Hello there, friend," he says with a nod.
Delphina picks up her teacup for a sip, not answering Mason but keeping a friendly face on. She even smiles to Sehntip as he approaches, watching him curiously.
Sehntip's eyelids blink in an unsynchronized fashion and he stares for a moment before speaking.
Mason shakes his head, as he is unable to understand him.
Delphina blinks once at Sehntip and answers in kind. She looks at Mason, and translates, "His name is Sehntip and he is looking for wizards.."
Mason nods..."Is he now? Interesting."
Sehntip makes a grunting sound deep in his throat and start speaking in english. "I am Sehntip. This language is hard..on mouth. Sorry for understandings that are false." He bows at the waist and coughs dryly.
Mason says "No problem, my friend. So, you're in need of a mage?"
Delphina shakes her head and speaks after Mason. "I am Delphina.. and this is Mason. Would you like a seat, Sehntip?"
Sehntip seems puzzled by the offers for a few moments. He finally begins moving slowly towards an available seat and lowers himself onto it, his tail being bent to the side to accomodate. He hisses and adds, "Wizards are needing me. Am looking for work and have worked for wizards before. Wizard Xenos offer job?" He looks to both Delphina and Mason, hoping one of them is the person in question.
Mason says "Sorry, friend, I'm just new in town."
Delphina sits back a little, and glances at Mason for a moment. Sheturns back to Sehntip and nods slowly. "Yes, I know of Xenos, and I know he is looking for assistance with the project he is developing," she tells the lizard man slowly so he can process the words.
Mason listens, dividing his gaze between Delphina and Sehntip.
Sehntip blinks in an agitated fashion. "I am...'new in town' as well. I was looking for Xenos so I could 'assistance' him and make money. I have made money before. When I have enough I will be happy." He nods resolutely.
Mason says "That's for sure. I think that's what many are striving for..."End of snippet. Particularly notable in the scene was the behavior of the lizardman Sehntip. Roleplaying a nonhuman race is inarguably challenging, so praise is due when the player shows acute awareness of their character's differences so that a richer experience is had by all. :)
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