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Aragorn II Elessar ([personal profile] rangerandking) wrote in [community profile] eachdraidh2014-11-25 10:06 pm

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{He is drawn to the forest with the same intensity some crave drink or food. Underneath the trees, he is at peace and his senses are alert. Behind him, a short distance away Ehtyarion is grazing, his large white ears swiveling this way and that to catch the sounds of the forest.

Aragorn glances at the unicorn, smiling to himself before he goes back to fletching some arrows. His hands are deft and practiced as he works and he rises when one arrow is done. Picking up his bow - something he carved and fitted himself - he nocks the arrow and takes careful aim at a soft target. Said target is composed of moss and leaves that he has nailed to a tree.

The arrow flies true and hits the mark. Ehtyarion makes an indignant sound and Aragorn speaks softly as he retrieves the arrow:}


Av-'osto, Ehtyarion, av-'osto. {"Don't be afraid, Ehtyarion, don't be afraid." He chuckles as the unicorn tosses his mane imperiously.}

Goheno nin, hîr vuin. {"Forgive me, my lord." Stowing the arrow in his bushel, he places a hand over his heart and bows. With a quick, graceful trot, Ehtyarion closes the space between them and nudges his velvet soft muzzle against Aragorn's cheek. The man strokes his fingers through the unicorn's mane, eyes soft.}

As the chill grows, our companions become dearer to us. {His attention shifts to the Locket.} Surround yourself with laughter and warmth no matter the obstacles. Even if death should separate us, the bonds we forge will not dissipate.

{Gathering his bow and fletching materials, he stows them away on the unicorn's back. He has fashioned a special saddle for the proud creature - something light, durable and soft. Once everything is secured, he swings himself easily into the saddle, Locket in hand.}

There is much to see; much to enjoy. {Positioning the Locket just so - away from him and towards the trees - he urges Ehtyarion into a quick trot. The beauty of the forest is easy to see - emerald greens, browns, reds and even golds pass in front of the screen. Aragorn lets the view speak for itself before closing the Locket with a click.}
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 06:31 am (UTC)(link)
...lad, what sort of animal is that?

[Did he see this creature already? He doesn't remember seeing this creature already.]
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 06:38 am (UTC)(link)
He has a...a thing on his head.
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 06:40 am (UTC)(link)
Why does it have a horn on its head? I can't imagine it'll let you run your enemies through with it, and besides a sword is much better for that.
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 06:43 am (UTC)(link)
[Muttered, half to himself:] And I thought the steed they gave me was an odd one.

[To Aragorn] Lad? You've too many pointy things. And this is coming from me.
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 06:52 am (UTC)(link)
I've seen that sword of yours at work, remember! You do not need a horse with its own weapon as well!

[Really now]

And it isn't any sort of pony, something they called a "bandersnatch". Grizzled old thing, very sturdy but looks like a cross between a mountain goat and bear.
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 07:01 am (UTC)(link)
By that logic, I should have one as I am...third or fourth in line for the throne, I forget.

[Maybe fifth. He's not sure anymore since it's never going to come up, what with Thorin III being young and all, but.]

The next time I am wherever you are, you shall. My cousins and I are in the Corthomac at the moment.
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[personal profile] theywhowait 2014-11-26 07:05 am (UTC)(link)
Milord? [ Too surprised to remember Aragorn would prefer his name rather than his title ]

That is a lovely... horse? sire. [ What is it where are you GOSH YOUR MAJESTY YOU CANT JUST HIE OFF ON YOUR OWN WHAT IF SOMETHING HAPPENS TO YOU??? ]
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 07:06 am (UTC)(link)
[Gimli just gives Aragorn a look. He doubts they breed them small enough for Dwarves and anyway, the bandersnatch is fine. Comfortable to ride and everything]

We've been too busy helping with rebuilding and those damned dogs to "enjoy" ourselves just yet.
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[personal profile] gloinul 2014-11-26 07:10 am (UTC)(link)
No, we're hardly alone here and it is more or less under control. I've been asked to help with the gates here, however, planning their rebuilding and so on.
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[personal profile] theywhowait 2014-11-26 07:18 am (UTC)(link)
Ah... my apologies Aragorn. [ A flush and he ducks his head briefly at the reprimand (but he worries okay, you're out there on your own D=) ]

A unicorn? I have never heard of such a creature - he is a native of this world then? I am grateful that his majesty was kind enough to do so.
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[personal profile] theywhowait 2014-11-26 07:35 am (UTC)(link)
I am well enough, mi... Aragorn - but sorely at a loss for doing, I fear.

[ a small crooked smile ] It seems we had much the same fear. After the last... attack. I was, apparently, considered suitable to be rewarded, although I did little but stay by my lady Eowyn's side. I was granted a gift to take me swiftly to those of my dear ones in need.
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[personal profile] theywhowait 2014-11-26 09:13 am (UTC)(link)
[ Faramir comes to quick attention ]

Of course, s...Aragorn. I was granted a ring - if it warms, I am to know that a dear one is on danger, and I have but to speak the correct word to be taken to their side.
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[personal profile] theywhowait 2014-11-26 12:41 pm (UTC)(link)
One that I am most grateful for, aye.

[ ........... D= ]

The fairies tell me this is the method of its functioning, yes.

[ Please don't do anything stupid ]

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