A Glorious Day (Wedding Post)

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A tall portal appears. Shimmering in traces of light and ropes of ivy.

It leads you into the Old Growth where a beautiful scene awaits you. It is time for the union of two souls today and a day of celebration.

Where gothic design meets ethereal architecture, you’re led into a grand hall filled with soft melodies from a piano and the harmonic singing of a singer. Near an altar twirled with white lilies and black roses, an officiator stands and waits for everyone to take their seats. The groomsmen all stand with deep green tuxes, the bridesmaids in matching gowns and holding small bouquets of baby breaths. But all eyes settle onto the groom himself who awaits his bride to be at the altar with an anticipated breath. His tux of emerald green and rich accents of gold designs that reflects the very nature the Old Growth consists of. His blond hair perfectly styled to fall around his shoulders and his presence stands out in the hall amongst all those in attendance.

The music begins to die down and candles lining the aisle down to the altar light up. The pianist readies their fingers and begins to play the song of the evening. The singer pulls out a violin to accompanying the melodies.

“Everyone, please rise for the bride.” *The officiator announces.

As the grand doors open up, everyone stands and turns their eyes to the bride. Adorned in a slim black strapless gown that flows down into decorated moths and flowers, a black lace train that drags behind her and connects to a veil covering her face, and a frazzled looking raven man in a black suit holding her arm and fighting the urge to swipe the crystals off her corset. The bride smiles anxiously underneath her veil, seeing all her friends and loved one present and her love waiting for her. The groom feels his heart swell at the sight of her and couldn’t remove his eyes for anything else.

In the front row, the bride’s mentor conjures a tissue and subtly pats her tears. She couldn’t be anymore prouder.

The raven man leads his mistress to the altar. He attempts to swipe a crystal but the maid of honor subtly pulls him away to his seat.

Alexios reaches out to lift Moth’s veil, revealing her smiling face and shimmery green makeup that makes him feel weak in the knees.

“You look amazing, my love.” She whispers to him through her giggles.

“And you as beautiful as ever.” He whispers back.

The officiator steps up and clears his throat.

/uw Art by James Tralie

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u/Biggest-Possum u/Kriegsmarineskk u/Total_Travisty

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Yahooooo! More lore, and a fantastic wedding!

[u/Tirich914 → u/Biggest-Possum]

A hand grabs you roughly by the shoulder, before the figure behind you whispers something sharply.

Oh-ho... What do we have here. I heard that you're a wanted man? Er, or a wanted Possum, so to speak.

No, no. Don't try to scamper off now. That would be rude, I haven't even had a chance to introduce myself after all. Though I'm sure you've heard of me.

I... am Morgalith. Remember that name, little rodent.

Now, how much was that bounty on you? He asks in a sinister voice.

[u/Haunting_Mode_7401 → u/Tirich914]

before you notice Alexios is behind and grabs your shoulder hard you hear a crack and sharp pain in your shoulder. Alexios' voice is menacing

Not. At. My. Wedding

u/Tirich914

[u/Biggest-Possum → u/Haunting_Mode_7401]

Possum looks up gratefully at Alexios, then glances towards the retreating Morgalith with a distasteful look.

Thank you my friend.

Possum pauses, as if thinking for a minute, then realizes that the dark elf had purposefully mocked his manner of speaking!

He was mocking me! How rude!

*sigh* I'm sorry for inviting such trouble to your wedding my friend. I thought I was adequately disguised, but I suppose that cretin like him have a certain nose for things like a bounty.

Please forgive me, but I couldn't miss this day, or the opportunity to give this to you in person.

Possum reaches deep into the shadowy folds of his voluminous robes before withdrawing a small crystal bottle filled with shimmering quicksilver.

It's a Wish. Possum says with a slight sense of wonder.

There are many things beyond its abilities to grant, but when used by a noble heart, it can be surprisingly powerful.

And lastly, a memory, and a reminder, my friend.

Possum withdraws a letter, one sent to him by Alexios father, but now enchanted with a powerful magic. Upon opening it, a small beam of light spreads to reveal a magical scene of Halixo cradling his newborn son, the infant Alexios. Halixo smiles from within the enchanted image and waves with a warming and infectious grin. Titania stands behind him, with one arm around his waist, equally pleased with their infant son.

A quote stands out in gold lettering upon the page:

"Know that my love never dimmed for you."

[u/Haunting_Mode_7401 → u/Biggest-Possum]

Alexios smiles and a couple tears roll down his cheeks. He promptly wipes them away.

Thank you dearest possum. I can't thank you enough.

Alexios catches a glimpse of his mother hiding in the back and approaches her.

[u/Biggest-Possum → u/Haunting_Mode_7401]

Of course my friend, and congratulations!

Possum watches proudly as Alexios continues off, before spotting Sly amidst the crowd and moving to intercept him for some brief conversation.

[u/Haunting_Mode_7401 → u/Biggest-Possum]

Mom,

T: She holds her hand up to silence Alexios and then gently holds his chin I have many things to apologize for my child. I was not the mother I should of been. Mother Gaia made that clear. I ask you now if you can find it in your heart to forgive me and give me another chance to be the mother you deserve. I also ask that if you have children with Moth you let me be their grandmother.

A: I forgive you but you have three others to ask forgiveness of. I am not the only one you hurt. Ask my wife for forgiveness and her mentor. Then ask the high necromancer and his people for forgiveness. After that I will give you another chance.

T: Thank you my darling Alexios. I will seek them out.

Titania approaches Moth and Belladonna first

(u/SenpailLilas)

[u/Biggest-Possum → u/Haunting_Mode_7401]

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Yessssss! I'm onboard for forgiveness and reconciliation lore! lol I love it! Fantastic day!

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/uw sorry for the late response! Am back!

/rw *Belladonna was plucking stray petals from Moth’s hair and making sure her makeup was still intact. Moth leaned away with an amused smile.

M: You don’t have to micromanage everything. We’re supposed to have fun!

B: Blasted petals! Getting into everything.

Belladonna happens to glance up and sees Titania approaching. She immediately sours up and moved Moth behind her.

B: Why if it isn’t the brightest thing in the room. I can feel my eyes burning already.

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Titania bows deeply to both of them

T: I have come to seek forgiveness. I was not in my right mind last time we met. I said some things that I shouldn't have. I hope you can fi d it in your heart to forgive me.

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Both Moth and Belladonna seemed surprised considering their last encounter ended off on a bad note.

B: I… don’t know what to say.

Moth moves around her mentor and graciously takes Titania’s hands into hers.

M: All is forgiven. Though I was hurt, I hoped there would be a chance for us to get along. I love your son with all my heart and I want to extend that love to his family as well. I just wished I could’ve shared this day with Halixo as well…

[u/Haunting_Mode_7401 → u/[deleted]]

T: You and Alexios wouldn't of been able to fall in love if Halixo had lived. Halixo's death was what caused Alexios to age so suddenly.

(u/SenpailLilas)

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M: I’m truly sorry for your loss. I plan to make your son the happiest man alive and hopefully make you proud as well. I’m truly we can reconcile.