melodiesoflife | Intro Log || The City That Never Sleeps

Characters: All the "Heroes of Light" (only new characters can start threads).
Where: Trano Golsaucia, Aqures Ixen, Airships.
When: The 5th of May. The new Heroes of Light will awaken early in the morning.
Summary: The new Heroes of Light awaken in the Temple of Wind next to Trano Golsaucia, and they are informed by their assigned Moogles of what the situation and what their destinies are. This a log for them to react to the situation, meet each other and be welcomed by the former batches of Heroes of Light.
Warning: N/A

Where you were or what you were doing— It does not really matter. Not any more. Within a split second, the world around you collapses. Reality twists and shatters... Or maybe you are the one who is collapsing and shattering away from reality as you know it. No matter what the answer is, it will only take a few seconds for you to find yourself sinking into a void, your world vanishing into the distance. There is nothing but darkness as far as the eye can see. Even you feel different: all the powers you might once have had are now gone. It is silent, cold and before long it feels as though life itself is slipping out of you...

And at this very moment, when it looks as though nothing but a never-ending void awaits you, a red Crystal forms before you. In this void, its warmth compels you to grab it. Upon doing so, you can hear a soft, soothing voice speaking:

"Wake up."

Soon, the void itself vanishes and is replaced by a gentle breeze. Had it all been nothing more than a dream? The soothing voice repeats its call once more, but is soon replaced by a much less graceful "Wake up, Kupo!" Hand clutched on your Crystal, the call of the Moogle may finally bring you back to your senses. But you are no longer in your world, nor in the void. You are before the Crystal of Wind, in the Temple located right outside of a city called Trano Golsaucia. At this point, you may realize the breeze originates from the massive green Crystal floating nearby. As if it wasn't strange enough, your clothes have changed as well. They are now a reflection of the Jobs you are wielding.

Last but not least, you are surrounded by Moogles, small and fluffy creatures. They look pretty tired, but they will be more than happy to tell you everything you want to know. They shall tell you about your 'destiny' as a Hero of Light and about what awaits you. Or at least, they will tell you everything they do know, which isn't much in the end.

There are quite a few people around you as well. For the most part, they are people like you-- All clothed in their Job garbs and most likely wondering what is happening. There are also some other Humans, Tarutaru and Hypello in the room, but unlike you they don't have a Crystal, nor do they have a Moogle following them. If addressed, they will say they are the Guardians of the Crystal of Wind and will confirm everything the Moogle said. They will reveal they found you unconscious around the Crystal a couples hours ago, and immediately contacted the Moogles and the government of Aqures Ixen.

If asked about it, both the Moogles and Guardians will explain that Heroes of Light have already appeared in this world within the past year, and they all are in a city called Aqures Ixen. It's the first time Heroes have appeared in this temple. In fact, you probably should go to Aqures Ixen as well. The Moogle will tell you this is where your house is and where the other Heroes will be able to help you. Thankfully, should you decide to take your sweet time to get there, the other Heroes may just come to you.

The Other Heroes
— Anytime —
And indeed, thanks to the efficiency of Mognet and Shoopuf Airline it does not take long for the other Heroes to come around. You may meet them in Trano Golsaucia or in Aqures Ixen, or maybe even in one of the Airships going back and forth between the two cities. They are those who arrived in this world months ago and they have gone through quite a lot. You may have imagined heroic and charismatic figures when your Moogle told you there were other Heroes of Light in this world. You may have imagined persons with fearsome powers when they told you how they recklessly attacked the Heran Empire to free their friends a few months ago. And most importantly, you may have imagined them as people who would have the answers to your, doubtlessly, numerous questions.

If so, you may be up for a complete and utter disappointment. Still, for the most part they know more than you on the situation and may be more than happy to fill you in, especially if your Moogle didn't tell you much.

Trano Golsaucia
— Anytime —
Should you leave the Temple of Wind and head south, you will reach Trano Golsaucia. It's a gigantic city covered with snow-- To make it simple, this city is a gigantic amusement park. It is the most popular place in this world and of course, there are plenty of people all around. Thankfully, other Heroes of Light are easy to spot: they are the only ones who are followed by a Moogle and holding a Crystal.

And there is quite a lot to be done in this city. Maybe you could stop by the Triple Triad Center to begin a successful career in card games, or maybe you could buy a ticket at the Blitzball Stadium to support your favorite team. If you're the kind of person who relies on luck, you may have more fun gambling in the Casino or betting on your favorite Chocobo in the Chocobo Races. If you're more of a person who enjoys simpler games, maybe you could try one of the numerous carnival-style mini-games found in the city, such as the shooting stand or the treasure chest game.

If you'd like more details regarding all the attractions and games available in Trano Golsaucia, you can find everything here! Of course, all of this requires money and odds are that you may not have a single Gil yet. If your Moogle is nice though, maybe you could ask him or her to loan you some Gil...

Airships
— Every Four Hours —
Upon reaching Trano Golsaucia, you will also have the right to board an Airship. Exceptionally, there is an Airship available every four hours, all because of your arrival so that Heroes of Light can meet each other and go to Aqures Ixen with ease.

The flight itself should take between four to six hours as it will travel from one city to the other on route. This is nothing special for the denizens of this world, but for you it may be quite the experience if you never boarded a plane or any flying contraptions before. The service is nothing special, but there are some light refreshments offered free of charge. Note that most of the employees on Airships are Hypello.

Aqures Ixen
— After an Airship Trip —
Upon arriving in Aqures Ixen, the first thing you will see is the Airship Port in the 12th District. Following that, no doubt your eyes will find the Castle of Aqures Ixen, a classic yet refined structure standing in the city. From there on, characters are free to visit the city-- There are no attractions in this city, but there are scientific buildings, another Blitzball Stadium and even an Observatory serving as base for the Heroes of Light. If you'd like more details regarding all that is available in Aqures Ixen, you can find everything here!

Or maybe -and perhaps inevitably!- you could visit your new house in the 11th or 14th District, and get to know your new neighbors and housemate. It's been a long day, so you could use some sleep. Hopefully your neighbors are people you will get along with...

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Zelda heard the pair chatting and figured this was a good time to step forward and say hello. Her moogle currently wasn’t by her side but instead flying frantically around the temple trying to take count of all of those who have awoken. He wore a long pointed green hat which made him stand out more than some of the other moogles.

“I suggest heading to Aqures Ixen.” She smiled widely looking between the girl and her moogle. “That is where all the other heroes of light are and we life there also. The city has been kind enough to give us homes until we find a way back to our worlds.”

She tried to keep her tone light but she knew this sort of news would have different reactions. “OH! I’m Zelda. It’s nice to meet you.”

The soft voice was just enough to catch Edea's attention, causing her eyes to lock on the Elven eared blonde. Her moogle happily waved at Zelda, and then proceeded to nod at her partner.

"That's right! You should head to the city and see your home~!"

Edea was still very unsure about everything, but, the other blonde was being very informative...

Just then, Zelda's name came to light.

"A-ah! I'm Edea lee." She gave a slight bow as she looked at her. "You were saying where all the other Heroes live? But, I don't live here. How do I already have a home?"

This whole scenario was a strange one, although, not much more or less believable than her last journey.

"Yes. None of us actually live here. The title hero of light is one given to those who wake up from another world. We are still trying to figure out how we got here and how to get home but the natives in Aqures have been nice enough to provide housing while we learn more."

Her tone was soft and confident. She was happy to help and she looked at ease in the situation despite how dreadful it was.

"You don't have to be a hero of light per-say. You don't have to do anything you don't want to do." She added hastily. Many she had meant had felt pressured into being a hero when all they wanted was to go home. She wanted to make sure that Edea didn't think that way as well.

Edea smirked while turning her head to the giant crystal looming in her presence. It was oddly reminiscent of her home's wind crystal.

Still staring away at the monolith she replied. "Well, that's somewhat comforting to know I'm not the only one who's been stripped from their home."

She then slowly turned back to Zelda to look her in the eye. Edea's stance was confident and strong, despite the whirlwind of emotions and confusion raging in her mind.

"Is there anything I can or should do to find out more about what i'm supposed to do? How I can help?"

She was pretty unsure of what to do and where to go. Even with her last journey, she at least knew the world decently well. It wasn't as scary. But this, this is completely new and unknown!

"Well, we have something set up for heroes to help and I have a journal where I've been writing everything that's happened so far down. We know what our rough goal is but the how has more than a few of us stumped. This world is different." Which was the nice way to put it. This world, even when it was similar to others, had it's own rules and it's own past. Everything was strange.

"We have a meeting coming up in Aqures Ixen to discus what we might be able to do next. You should come." If only to listen and learn more.

Edea was in total agreement. "Alright. I think I will come to this meeting." She found herself nodding along with her thoughts.

"Where should I go for such an event? Also, would I be able to look at that journal to get a better understanding?" Edea continued, placing a hand on her cheek as she swayed slightly from side to side.

She wasn't going to go charging in what she believed was right without any prior knowledge. She needed to do some much required research. Plus, Edea knew meeting some other people would really help her feel a little less... Well, for a lack of better terms. Lonely.

She didn't have her friends or just anyone in general. She just wanted someone to have her back like before. Although, this woman was proving to be a wonderful ally as well as just a general good person.

"They are both in the old observatory in Aqures Ixen. Your moogle should know the way. I'd be happy to show you there as well. I spend a lot of time there." The reality was that she spent every moment away from her home there. She still went to her job but that was few and far in between compared to when she would work on the observatory.

"The heroes have established a guild there, of sorts." She just wanted everyone to b comfortable even though we are in a different world.

Edea nodded while listening to Zelda's words intently. "The old observatory..." she mouthed quietly.

"I'll definitely come to that meeting!"

Edea then glanced at the crystal and then away to the large doors with the unknown town awaiting her arrival. "I think I should make my way to my housing... Or at least check out what this world is all about." The blonde placed a hand to her cheek as she thought about where to go.

"Alright. There are airships arriving to take heroes back to Aqures Ixen. You should go there for housing."

Her smile widens slightly. "If you need anything else please let me know. I'm always happy to help out where I can."

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