[Closed] I watch the ripples change their size

[spiritwalks]

Who: Vyng spiritwalks and Obi-Wan jedies
What: A lowkey lakeside jaunt
When: Sometime toward the end of April
Where: Salt Lake in Trenchwood

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[As they make their decent toward the shores of the Salt Lake, Cloudpiercer raises his body upward. With a mighty whoosh! whoosh! whoosh! of his wings to slow down, his talons spread out, and he seamlessly glides into a landing. The transition is as natural and smooth as any wild animal's touch-down onto solid ground. Vyng doesn't "steer" or give any vocal commands, instead trusting the thunderbird to act autonomously.

Once Cloudpiercer settles down and tucks his wings back against his sides, Vyng gently releases the tuft of feathers at the back of his friend's neck.

"Thanks, buddy," he murmurs, sharing his gratitude through their spiritual connection. Cloudpiercer clicks his beak in acknowledgment — fully aware he's doing his druid companion a solid, but glad to help regardless.

Only then does Vyng look back at Obi-Wan with a rakish grin.]

Enjoy the ride?

Comments

[spiritwalks]

No reason it can't be both.

[jedies]

No, I suppose both can hold true.

Fortunately good man sounds a bit too much though.

[spiritwalks]

You're selling yourself short. You did me a kind service last fall and winter.

[jedies]

I come to serve.

[spiritwalks]

And serve you do.

[Vyng is gently leading them both toward the shore now.]

Shall we find some mushrooms to serve? If we're lucky, we might find a weeper or two.

[jedies]

Sounds like a plan. Who knew you came up with those?

[spiritwalks]

You sure all those years of teaching Anakin hasn't warped your idea of a plan?

[jedies]

Not at all. If anything, it has broadened my definition of a plan.

[spiritwalks]

I was going to say, you're being generous again.

[jedies]

It's been known to happen.

[spiritwalks]

Oh, I know.

[jedies]

It should be a relief to you.

[spiritwalks]

Should it, though? You do everything with such intention.

[jedies]

You give me too much credit.

[spiritwalks]

Oh yeah?

[A cheeky grin.]

So...drinks are on you next time?

[jedies]

Hmm, I don't see why not.

[spiritwalks]

I'll hold you to that.

[jedies]

That seems fair.

wrap this one up here?

[spiritwalks]

[With a quiet chuckle, he pats Obi-Wan's arm and leads him to toward the shimmering waters.

The next hour or so is spent combing the shore for mushrooms, while Vyng imparts various mushroom facts: Porcinis are expensive but delicious; Weepers provide powerful mental and emotional relief when consumed raw; Death caps will kill you (along with a few other mushrooms that make a surprisingly fine tea, except for the fact that they're also quite toxic).

As much as Sleepers like to complain about this town's main source of protein, Vyng personally enjoys the diverse range of species and strains. He's also happy to pack a small bag for Obi-Wan to take home later.

All in all, a peaceful way to pass the time.]