East Continent/An Najaf/Fall Festival 23.09.08/EventProgram/Wedding

Wedding Ceremony

Prior to the commencement of the wedding...

Roleplay from Aewyn Onyxien

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Aewyn stood before the mirror and was please with her look, her hair tied up in soft curls with a few strands carefully place to caress her rosy cheeks. Her crimson dress snugged her body tightly, and complimented her cleavage nicely. She reached for the lavender oil and dabbed the back of her ear twice, one to her cleavage and smiled at herself.

"Now to finish up" she thought to herself as she colored her lips with a deep red color

She stood up and walked over to the bed and gathered the rest of her things.. she concealed her dagger under her dress with easy access through the long slit which revealed her toned leg.

"Maria, go see if my cousin has finished getting ready, and send a messenger to my room please" she instructed the servant "Right away Milady, and Milady you look beautiful" she bowed

She continued to the last details and just when she was about to sit, a knock took her attention. A small boy was standing in front of her with big brown eyes, but his attire was a very neat one.

"I asked for a messenger?" she looked surprised at the boy "My name is Darian milady, all the messengers are out and about with the events for the day, I can be of any assistance you may desire Milady" he bowed and smiled at her "Very well, come and sit" she swayed the door open to let him in

"I need you to do something of great importance for me" she looked deep in his eyes, waiting for a response as he nodded "Do you know where Marshal Malfurion's quarters have been set?" she asked him smiling "Yes, I do milady, Lord Malfurion is at Lord Armstrong Estate" he answered quickly

She turned over and started to write on a parchment paper

Lord Malfurion,

I am attending the wedding for our beloved Lady Katalynfae and Sir Jon Paul as you already know. I would find it hardly fitting as your second in command to attend the wedding without a suitable escort at my side. I wish for you to accompany me at this joyous event and see where the evening may lead us.

Sincerely yours, Aewyn

"Good I need you to take this request to him,and make haste it has to get there before the wedding takes place" she held a shiny coin in front of him. "For a fast response" she commented As she opened the door Fiona stood in front of her she looked so beautiful, her hair tied in small little braids back behind her long red hair, she wore a dark blue silk dress, also revealing very little cleavage, the straps laid halfway down her arm and twisted in her back into a knot. She looked so delicate and quite please with her attire.

"Ready?" she asked

Aewyn Onyxien (Dame of Commonyr)

Roleplay from Malfurion Stormrage

Message sent to everyone in your realm (126 recipients) Malfurion had barely arrived before the wedding was underway. As usual the events of the realm conspired to keep him a busy man. He had to practically sneak in and only his quick thinking, and the Lady Aewyn's play along, had allowed him to slip inside unnoticed after he had casually taken Aewyn's arm.

"This can't possibly get as crazy as my day has been already." Malfurion thought.

Thinking back to prior to his arrival Malfurion went over the day's earlier events in his mind...

Malfurion Stormrage

Count of Commonyr, Marshal of the Fontan Rangers

Roleplay from Katalynfae Dragul

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In the streets of An Najaf, there was merriment in plenty. All the people enjoying the day was a sight indeed. The truth be told, it was exactly what the war weary people of Fontan needed, noble and peasant, alike to carry on in the times to come.

A crier moved through the crowds on the streets.

"Now is the time appointed for the marriage ceremony of the Lady KatalynFae Dragul to Sir Jon Paul Ogren.

All those who would be present to witness this event are now requested to assemble in the courtyard of the estates of His Grace, Lord Armstrong Ironsides, Count of An Najaf.

The ceremony will commence immediately!"

As one, all those gathering in the streets began to move in the direction of Lord Armstrong's estate.

Katalynfae Dragul

Marshal of the Flow Administrators

The Wedding Begins!

Roleplay from Zadek Dragul

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The time had finally come. Zadek knocked on the door to his sister’s chamber, one of her attendants, Dame Fiona he thought her name was, let him in. He stepped into the chamber and was taken back for the briefest of moments. By all the gods! His sister was beautiful! He hoped Jon Paul knew the prize he was being given this day. And, by all the giants and dragons of old that he had heard of when he was younger, this man had better care well for his sister!

He offered his sister his arm so that he could escort her to her waiting groom.

He could feel her trembling fingers on his arm and he patted her hand to calm her. He looked at her and smiled. “ Are you ready, sister? Are you sure this is what you wish to do?”

She nodded and they started walking toward the door.

“Well then, there never has been a more beautiful bride than you are today” Zadek said with pride.

Zadek Dragul (Knight of Fontan)

Roleplay from Jon Paul Ogren

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Jon Paul and Count Armstrong were standing under the shade of some lovely trees in bloom at the end of the courtyard outside Lord Armstrong’s beautiful manor in An Najaf. Jon Paul looked at his friend Armstrong and hoped that he did not appear as nervous as he felt. Armstrong flashed him a grin and a wink that told him all would be well.

Suddenly everyone in the courtyard fell silent. Jon Paul looked to the far end of the walkway and what he saw took his breath away.

Three beautiful ladies led the procession. He recognized them at once, the Dames Aewyn, Fiona, and Kaylan. They were truly beautiful, but they were outshone by the one following them. His beloved, KatalynFae was more beautiful than he ever remembered her. Like a shining angel, she walked toward him on the arm of her brother Zadek.

Jon Paul Ogren (Knight of Oporto)

Roleplay from Kaylan McDowell

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Kaylan looked one more time to her dress and her full lips curled into a smile. She had chosen silk because she truly enjoyed the soft sensation on her skin. The jade colored dress itself was long, reaching her slippered feet. The top cut of the dress was squared concealing any hint of cleavage. The material hugged her waist, complimenting her figure, but the back was left open, the luxurious fabric hung loosely revealing her tanned skin. Her long red hair had been plaited in a multitude of braids and swept up off her neck displaying several silver chains that positioned a small green pendant, one she had been given as a gift, exactly in the center of her bare back.

She wasn’t truly comfortable displaying her crest for certain eyes to see, therefore she had it concealed within the details of her dress. Silver embroidered vines crawled along the front and sides, and in the center was the rose in full bloom, surrounded with small intricate leaves.

A very light breeze filtered through the trees creating a soft rustling and carried a long strand of her red hair away from her face. The wreath of white flowers on her hair, created an extreme contrast to her dark reds. Slightly raising her chin, she basked in the soft caress of the wind and closed her eyes. What a beautiful day, to celebrate such a wondrous union, one she hoped to know herself one day. The many eyes looking were not for her or the ladies accompanying her, they were waiting to catch a glimpse of the bride, the real beauty. Kaylan looked over her shoulder, and gave Lady KatalynFae a reassuring smile. She looked absolutely breathtaking. Kaylan would be eternally grateful towards KatalynFae for allowing her a taste of real friendship.

Kaylan McDowell (Dame of Bruck)

Roleplay from Zadek Dragul

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Zadek stood with KatalynFae before Sir Jon Paul and Count Armstrong. He was trying to look serious, far more serious than his young age could possibly have made him.

“Jon Paul, will you care for my sister and never waver in your devotion to her?” he asked.

Jon Paul smiled at KatalynFae and directed his answer not only to Zadek, but to all of the nobles of Fontan assembled there to witness the wedding. “Yes, I will care for her and protect her, even with my life.”

Zadek simply nodded and placed KatalynFae’s hand into the hand of Jon Paul. He spoke directly to Jon Paul in a tone that could not be mistaken, “then I give my sister into your care, but be warned, if she is ever mistreated you will have to deal with me.”

With that, Zadek turned and joined the other nobles gathered for the ceremony.

Zadek Dragul (Knight of Fontan)

Roleplay from Jon Paul Ogren

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Jon Paul tenderly took both of KatalynFae’s hands in his. He stared into her eyes for a moment and said, “My Beloved KatalynFae, I truly desire to marry you, and so I would give you my oath, whole heartedly, upon my blade which symbolizes my strength.”

Jon Paul drew his blade and dropped to one knee before KatalynFae. Holding his blade up to her, he said, “My most Beloved, I swear my sword to you, to always be at your service. Accept the oath of love, which I offer to you now, which I vow upon my sword, as I vow upon my soul. Like this blade, my heart will be strong. Like this steel, my love will endure. Accept it, my chosen one—For all that I am and all that I have will now and forevermore be yours.”

KatalynFae, her eyes misted with tears, took his sword, raised it to her lips and kissed it. She handed it back to him and said, “I accept your oath, sworn on your blade. You know what is in my heart as I know what is in yours.” With that, Jon Paul rose once again, sheathed his sword, and looked into the deep green eyes of his bride.

Jon Paul Ogren (Knight of Oporto)

Letter from Katalynfae Dragul

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KatalynFae reached around behind her neck and unfastened the chain that held her most treasured possession. It was a locket that had been given to her by her sister Katrina as she set off on her journey to the East Continent from her home in Aegir’s Deep. It was fashioned from amethyst, and wrapped in silver wire. The wire formed into the shapes of the runes her grandmother had used to tell of future events. She held it in her hands toward Jon Paul and said, “My most Beloved, I swear my jewel to you, to always be at your service. Accept the oath of love, which I offer to you now, which I vow upon my jewel, as I vow upon my soul. Like its beauty, my heart will be strong. Like its value, my love will endure. Accept it, my chosen one—For all that I am and all that I have will now and forevermore be yours.” Jon Paul accepted the locket and raised it to his lips and kissed it. As he placed it back around her neck he said, “I accept your oath, sworn on your jewel. You know what is in my heart as I know what is in yours.” He let the jewel fall onto her breast and again their eyes met.

Katalynfae Dragul

Marshal of the Flow Administrators

Roleplay from Zadek Dragul

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Zadek stepped forward again and addressed KatalynFae and Jon Paul. In the traditions of his family, it was up to the male member giving the bride away to finalize the wedding and declare the couple wed. He hoped he could remember the words that his father had said were necessary in the message he had gotten from his family concerning this wedding. He lifted his voice so all could hear and addressed the couple before him, “you who would be husband and wife, listen to what I say here and now. Whatever each of you may accomplish in future years, wherever you may wander, know full well that you shall do all for our people, your family, and your kin, and to be worthy of each other. Above you are the stars, below you are the stones; remember this always, like a star, your love must be constant, like the stones your love must be firm. Possess one another, yet be understanding, have patience; for storms may come and go. Be free always in the giving of affection and warmth. May all the gods and our people always be with you. May you always know the best of fortune, and your life from this moment on be one of joy and prosperity, and pride and strength for our people.” Zadek turned to the nobles assembled together and said, “I ask you now to wish well these two who are man and wife, Jon Paul and KatalynFae. Drink in their honor and celebrate their good fortune. And may the gods be with us all always!”

He turned and whispered to Jon Paul, “and now you may kiss my sister, ummm I mean your bride.”

Jon Paul happily complied.

Zadek Dragul (Knight of Fontan)

Roleplay from Fiona Onyxien

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Fiona stood there listening to the beautiful vows and sacred oaths, she loved weddings it brought new beginnings, a new life a sense of birth. She turned over and couldn't help being drawn to this woman, her eyes, her face, she felt a warm tingle going up and down her spine.

"Fiona stop starring" Aewyn reached over and whispered "I can't help it" her eyes continued to inspect the slender woman "Who's that woman" Fiona looked at Aewyn

Aewyn knew this was nor the time or place to have to start going to passed events, and tried her best to control the outburst of information she wished to share but she continued to concentrate on the ceremony.

Fiona Onyxien (Dame of Commonyr)

The Wedding Gala

Before and during the speeches...

Roleplay from Fiona Onyxien

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Fiona sat at the table and arranged her gown for the third time no matter how hard she tried she just couldn’t find comfort, she missed her armor and kinda felt vulnerable without her sword. But today was a special day and the smells of the flowers brought a smile to her face, all the decorations we’re perfect. Sir Armstrong had put a lot of effort for this day and he complimented it quite well. In the distance she could see the beautiful Katalynfae, her smile was so radiant she lit up the whole festival, people dancing in a full circle around them both in cheers, laughter surely could be heard from everywhere. Children playing games, and the loud men cheering over mugs. Everyone seemed so happy, it was a well deserved break from the reality that awaited us beyond here.

Fiona reached for a jug of wine and brought her glass with her, walking up to the newlyweds she filled both Sir Jon Paul and Lady Katalynfae glass half way and yelled out for everyone’s attention. This was in her environment after all, loud cheering, plenty to drink, she had to congratulate them on their special day but for some reason she felt a bit shy.

Fiona cleared her throat nervously “I would like to make a toast to you both!” She raised her glass before the newlyweds and the crowd.

“On this fine day, we not only celebrate our fall festival, but the union of two special people on their wedding day. With the trials from being apart, their love stayed strong and they never grew apart. Even through their devotion to our beloved Fontan, they waited patiently and put their love on hold. I am happy that on this day they have finally took a well deserved step back to pledge their love before us” she smiled at Katalynfae and Jon Paul

“Sir Jon Paul and Lady Katalynfae” she said proudly

“May you be blessed in all that you do” “May this day be imprinted in both of you” “May you bare many children in the years to come” Katalynfae smiled at Jon Paul at the comment “May you be bless in an abundance of wealth” she exaggerated in her tone smiling. “And most importantly from deep within our hearts, we wish you good health and happiness” “From all of us, and our beloved Fontan!” she paused and smile sincerely “Congratulations to Sir Jon Paul And Lady Katalynfae” with one hand she raised her glass and the crowd followed in her lead, laughter and cheer filled the air as Jon Paul reached over for Katalynfae and pressed his lips against hers holding her in a deep embrace.

“Save some for later” a man yelled out from the crowd. And with that comment the laughter grew even louder, Jon Paul and Katalynfae smiled.

Fiona presented herself in front of Katalynfae and gave her a small box wrapped in a white silk tied with a fine red thread. She hugged the bride and kiss her cheek and turned over and repeated the gesture to Jon Paul. Katalynfae carefully untied the silk around the box, inside laid a small incense bowl with a couple of small jars of oils. In the same box was a small silken cloth that read the name of bride and groom in red. Fiona leaned in to Katalynfae and whispered in her ear

“That is best enjoyed in a long relaxing bath with your lover, it’s said to bring moods unknown” she smiled mischievously at lady Katalynfae. “Not to mention the lovely fragrance” she smirked and started to make her way back to a table to find herself another jug of wine.

Fiona Onyxien (Dame of Commonyr)

Roleplay from Kaylan McDowell Message sent to everyone in your realm (126 recipients)

Her attention was brought to Dame Fiona as she lifted her glass with merriment beginning a toast. For the life of her, Kaylan couldn’t stop staring, she had been so preoccupied during the ceremony trying to keep her gaze from wandering she had completely missed the other woman. By the gods, she was the image of her mother!

Kaylan’s mouth turned dry and she picked up a glass of wine and took one single drink emptying it.

Kaylan McDowell (Dame of Bruck)

Roleplay from Aewyn Onyxien

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Aewyn stood at a distance from the newlywed couple. She admired Katalynfae’s beauty already but today, she was radiant and her happiness warmed the hearts of everyone. The love shared between them was admired for all eyes to see. This was truly a match made by the Gods.

She turned over and took a quick glance over to Malfurion, butterflies filled her stomach, he was truly handsome and she was so please he accepted to escort her.

Aewyn wasn’t much for speeches she was actually much better at giving orders, but Katalynfae was a friend and today the newlyweds deserved all the praise. Aewyn reached over the to the hand carved box she had bought at the market a few weeks back. She opened it delicately and took a glance at the small dragon statue inside. She waited for Fiona to finish her toast and started to approach the couple slowly, as Fiona raised her glass.

“Lady Katalynfae and Sir Jon Paul” she raised her voice to be heard

Watching the two of you today, has opened my eyes to a beauty I thought long forgotten, Watching the two of you persist for each other and preserving your love, gives me hopes Watching the trials the gods have sent your way, shows me through love, everything is possible. But most importantly watching the both of you put your love on hold for a better Fontan, shows me how strong and dedicated you are for each other.

You have sacrificed yourselves for your duties, and for that may the gods shine on you always.

“Today I raise my glass to you both and wish you nothing but the deepest purest form of happiness you can possibly find. May children come from that love and may you be healthy, wealthy and blessed in all you both do” Aewyn raised her glass at the couple and smiled warmly

“Congratulations to the both of you” she drank back the wine

After the crowd started to part again returning to their conversation Aewyn walked up to Katalynfae and handed her a small box. Katalynfae open the box and her eyes lit up and she smiled as she reached into the box.

“It’s said to bring wealth wherever it may reside” She told Katalynfae “I hope it brings you double what you would expect” she grinned

She hugged Katalynfae again, kissed her cheek and congratulated Sir Jon Paul in turn, and started walking towards Fiona.

Aewyn Onyxien (Dame of Commonyr)

Roleplay from Armstrong Ironsides

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Armstrong was overjoyed for the couple’s wonderful day. He was blessed to be able to see love and commitment before him in his two dear friends. He had always wondered if love could be true, and now found his answer.

“Rejoice! O Nobles, O Commoners, for this day we witness a rare truth. Today we experience the union of two souls in love and in matrimony. What is today united let no other day separate!”

At that, Armstrong joined the celebration. Wine and laughter abound!

Armstrong Ironsides

Count of An Najaf

The Wedding Gala is continued in Scroll Two of the Wedding Ceremony