mythopoeics

Ok, so I was in the middle of a fucking bath when I got yanked. Uncool, assholes. Grabbed some not-so-chic clothes that I managed to find, I've got whatever they left with me.

Egyptians, where are you? Daddy, you better be ok!

[Filter: Anubis]

I'm going to totally flip out if I find out my baby girl's around here. I don't think she is but fff.

That's not ominous or anything.

[Filter: Egyptians]
Are we all alright? We should try to stick together. None of this seems particularly promising and I won't have any of you die. Well, unless it's Isis. I suppose that would be fine

It sounds like it will be a fight to the end...

So my bro Ra and I came up with an amazing plan. And gave our fairies booze. It is awesome, they're all sorts of funny flying now.

[His birthday was pleasant enough. His parents had called and sung to him, which was both nice and horribly awkward. It was probably even more hilarious once his one brother caught on in the middle of the song and sang horribly off key. Still, he'd been happy for the call.

The ward from Merlin had surprised him but it was a happy surprise. Maybe today wouldn't be all that bad of a birthday in the end. Sure, things had been a bit awkward since Zurvan, but he was determined not to feel it today.]

Today has been a good day. I will have to remind my brother that he cannot sing. He must have his mother's talent for singing.

[Filter: Ra]

Happy Birthday, bro, come over get some drinks. I promise to not ask you to make me a sandwich.

I am thinking I would like to quit my job. It's nice, and I like the hours they give me, but I feel like after all this, I would be more suited for a waitressing job? It's a thought. I'm still not sure. Does anyone here work as a waitress?

Takumi, dinner this week? If you are not busy! Bring your children if you'd like -- I'll treat them! I haven't seen them (and you!) in so long.

Hajime, how are things? Have you started your project?

Ahhh, and Léonore, lunch someday? ♥ Erica, please come, too!

[ filter; ra ]
I know we may not be together anymore, but I wanted to tell you that I was happy.

Home. Well, at least I seem to have detailed notes from the start of school.

[Filter: Sora]
I still have my
I'm
This is
Nevermind

I forgot how much I missed having my piano.

[ filter; sisters, nephthys + ra ]
I

How do

So Diego is leaving me

There's something in my house and it's scratching at the doors and-

where is

mnemosyne? thanatos? hel? ma'at? pyriphlegethon?

anyone?

[ filter; egyptians ]
WHERE YOU ALL BE?

I miss my Luca. Sadfaceeee.

[Filter: Ra & Helios]

Hey there, Ra - you can ignore the harpy.

[Filter: Igraine]

Hey sis.

[Filter: Morpheus]

We should talk.

[Filter: Eve]

Our sister, whoever she was, is dead. It's likely she wasn't anyone at all, though. We'll know if we ever return. In any case, I'm sure you must have heard by now.

I'll be home to deal with you soon. Don't move.

[Filter: Private]

And maybe I'll let you know who I am then. Perhaps as I pin you down and take away everything that makes you wrong. And Adam, will Adam see you so docile and submissive then? So perfect to put under him and treat like a second-class thing?

I'll ruin you, Eve. I'll drag you into hell and have you remold in the horror and filth all demons come to adore and treasure. And what will your precious fucking husband think then?

[Filter: Public]

And life goes on, it seems.

Can someone here in the Camelotian castle please do something about that little servant? My nerves are being grated here. I rather not have to go on poor terms. Presumptuous of me and I do not care but I imagine if we might actually be stuck here longer than we all would like that we better play nice still with the other regions and whatnot. Rulers are still rulers and servants are still servants.

As if I care. I just want to see him annoyed.

Can I get a headcount of who hasn't seen me naked? No, 'terpe, don't ask that. People will think you're a sloot.

...awkward.

[filter; merlin]
So... You've seen me naked. You think I'm hot? Nice... house?

[filter; gabriel]
Um... we had a son played naked twister never need to speak of this again. It's cool.

[filter; apollo]
agmwekeb kidsawlfkgrkdf usgescatsv I have no idea what to say

Oh.

WHAT THE FUCK? DADDY, HATHOR, MA'AT, ANUBIS, NEPHTHYS, ISIS, OSIRIS, SET. I want to know where you people are at THIS INSTANT.

Also, I have a kitten. My mind loves this but I also have stretch marks. Oh my God, someone will be set on fire in the next three seconds if I don't get explanations NOW.

[ He was dead. The little brother she had loved for over thirty years was dead. She had not seen him for months, and now all she had left of him was his body. Upon his body being returned to Camelot, she had refused to see him in such a state for days, until she finally mustered up the courage to see him.

His body was in better shape than she had expected. In her dreams, she'd seen him stabbed and gutted, his body desecrated beyond recognition. But she wasn't any more pleased. He was cold when she touched his face, his wrists, his neck. Her touches, as they always were, were soft. Gentle. Not that Heimdall would take notice.

And for the first time in months, she cried. ]

[ filter; ra, merlin, mordred ]
This was not justice.

Some vacation this turned out to be.

[Filter: Merlin and Ra]
Thank you so much for the hospitality, and for helping me keep Reed safe. He's been so scared ever since we got here, cuddling Mini-Mew like he's afraid soldiers will show up out of nowhere to take the kitten away, and I appreciate that you've both been so understanding.

[Filter: Apollo]
I don't mean to seem panicked, but why aren't you back yet? I miss you. Reed misses you. We just want you here.

I am so over this

[Filter: Merlin]
Are you hungry yet? Should I come in and throw something at your head to wake you up or are you already awake? A response will keep me from resorting to such actions.

[Filter: Amaterasu]
Good morning, darling. I hope your day goes well. ♥

Well, Apollo, Reed, and I have literally just arrived in Camelot. We were detained by soldiers who decided to question us after we crossed the border. Apparently, something about a family of three traveling with a harmless kitten seemed suspect, and were it not for my incredibly calm, smooth-talking husband I might not be writing this at the moment.

The soldiers attempted to take Reed's kitten, Mini-mew. For reasons I cannot even fathom, they deemed a cat no bigger than my outstretched hand to be unsafe. This upset my son, which in turn upset me, and quite frankly I was thisclose to beating someone with my aulos if they didn't give my boy back his damn pet. Thankfully, I happen to be married to an incredible man who knew exactly how to explain that we are of no threat to them, and that if they didn't allow us to leave unmolested the chancellor himself would be hearing about it. (Sorry, Merlin. Consider this you hearing about it.)

Now, if someone could kindly explain what in the five kingdoms is going on I would greatly appreciate it.

[He'd found the letter, read it, contemplated it. It hurt him to know his wife was hurting but he struggled not to feel some anger about being deemed unfit, not good enough. There was part of his pride that was injured and it refused to listen to his attempts at calming it. He wanted to lash out at someone, but he couldn't. No one here deserved it. The only person he felt deserved it, he refrained from saying anything to if only for Amaterasu's sake.

After looking after Tecc and Merlin, he allowed himself time to think on it and digest it. She loved him and that was the thing he had to remember. She chose him over her own people. It was enough to cool his temper. It would have to be enough. He'd find a way to deal with the displeasure he felt at her brother's words. He wondered if it was childish to suggest having children with the underlying reason being to spite her brother and make him even more annoyed.]

[Filter: Amaterasu]
I love you. Never forget that. I'm sorry if you've been feeling poorly.


The timing may be all wrong, but I was wondering what you thought about children.

Good heavens!

I knew this was

It wasn't good enough.

But

I


[Filter: High Ranks of Camelot]
It's come to my attention that the war has begun. However, it seems Babylon is letting both regions pass by our shared border. This leaves us at great risk for getting caught in the crossfire. There have already been reports of soldiers passing or gun shots heard. We must act urgently. Please respond to this as soon as you are able.

[Filter: Merlin]
Sir, I hate to trouble you. I hope you're feeling well. I feel so useless to you right now but

I miss you no that sounds weird

I miss your advice

Please, if you can, what should I d what can we do?

[Filter: Merlin & Morpheus]
You're being talked about. A girl said she saw you together and has been speculating about your...relationship.

I thought you should know.

[Merlin doesn't know who did it, nor does he care why or how- he is thinking how to exploit this to his advantage: by claiming it was an assassination attempt, even if it was not.]

[Filter: Manthing]

i'm not dead

asshole

[Filter: Public]

[the handwriting is sloppy and strained]

To the people of Camelot, it is my duty to inform you that as I was injured by what could've been the attempts of an assassin - Lady Igraine will be taking my place for the time being. I ask you all to support her and know that my full trust is on her.

Beloved sister, I thank you for shouldering these responsibilities and know you will exceed all expectations.

( There's a MAN in the well! )
[ooc: set after this]

[Filter: Morpheus]
I don't know why I'm- I know this is-

Merlin isn't well enough to tell you himself, but he was hurt the other day. I found him down a well with a broken wrist. He was pretty out of it. I got him back to the castle and got the doctor. He should be fine with rest...but I don't know what happened. Did he say anything to you about-

I figured you might want to know. If not, then forgive me for my assumption.

I think tips are very nice. ♥

[ filter; jubokko ]
I miss you, brother.

[ filter; helios ]
Stop being busy, you!

( I wonder if you realise you fascinate me so )

[ooc: This happened pre-peace talks]

I feel an addiction to caffeine coming on. I'm starting to get headaches if I don't- If it weren't for all this- It could be worse, I suppose.

[Filter: Merlin]
I've been taking care to-
This might not have been my best idea, but-
About the other morning when you...No. It's probably better to pretend I didn't see anything

I've observed that you seem to be low on alcohol. Should I see to that while I'm doing my usual duties or will you be fine with what you have? Which is to say, will you be resorting to drinking more than you can handle again any time soon?

I've been keeping an eye on things as you asked, but it seems we've both been busy, so I didn't have time to tell you that he sent a telegram home the other day.

And I left some sandwiches for you...in case you hadn't found them.

[ filter; leukothoe ]

Feel like being a normal chick yet?

Relaxed yet or still yelling at strangers?

[ / ]

Stubbed a toe. Kick the boys around the training grounds but am defeated by a door.

[Filter: Family]

They want Heimdall's head on a stick. To put it mildly. Nothing else will do.

[Filter: Morpheus]

Care to join me for a walk, Ambassador? Perhaps we can discuss some things further now that you're more settled.

[Filter: Ra]

How is his cranky Excellency doing?

( A horse of a different color )

Ah, my feet are sore! It's nice to be home, but it's even nicer to take off my boots and wiggle my toes.

[filter; ra]
♥

ATTENTION EVERYONE

I would like to inform you all that there is a horse on the loose, who eats scarfs- as of right now her location is undetermined, please approach with caution or inform the right authority (me). Keep your hands to yourself, folks, no one likes losing a finger or two.

I think this has been the single most random weekend I've had in a while. I went to play a gig with my dad's band, and ended up getting kicked out of a bar. I'm not going to say for what, but suffice to say some people can't take a joke. Also, I need to stop picking out the most unattainable guy in an establishment to get my flirt on with. That... never works out well.

I need a new bowler hat, since my hedgehog made my old one into a nest. That was a fun discovery to make at 6am after no sleep. Also, I really want to meet someone who has a motorcycle, so I can beg them for rides, because nothing says summer in the city like a ride on the back of a motorcycle.

Alive and well enough, but I hate moving and I hate this cast. How can anyone keep something this irritating on for six weeks? If it gets any more inconvenient I'm sawing it off. I was told they wanted me to stay out on leave for awhile longer at work, too. I guess that's just more time to unpack boxes.

Also more time to find the remote. Which is still missing. Why.

At least Delilah seems happy.

[Filter: Nephthys]
No really. I will saw this off. What do I do if it itches?

[Filter: Tez]
Thank you for the help. Pizza some time this week?

Back for a week and already my brother's looking at me with puppy dog eyes because he can't figure out how to work the washing machine. The things I do...Then again, he was going to drive all the way home to make our mom do it, so I told him not to be stupid and I'd do it for him this time, but we'd have to work on teaching him how to do laundry on his own.

Nothing out of the ordinary, though. I guess I'll have to read and take notes on the things I missed even though I have time enough. Who knows when I'll have time to do it before we suddenly disappear to somewhere else. I still hate that woman. I'm the sun god. I am Ra and she just- I still want Sekhmet

[Filter: Bastet]
How are you? Should I even write this? Maybe not. Everyone's so-

[Filter: Set]
As it's doubtful you stayed in one place for very long, I suppose you're home by now.

How are you feeling? Physically. You won't want to talk emotions and that would be weird if we did that anyway You did well. I'm proud. Do I say this where he can see it? Probably not. His ego doesn't need to get bigger

[Filter: Andrus]
I'm glad you're back. For the record. I missed your one-worded responses and your dry sense of humor and your...side-eyeing. Something like that.

Do you want a copy of the notes from class when I make them?

[Filter: Lottie]
Want a copy of the notes from class when I make them?

[filter; private]
Waking up next to Calliope was the start of a good day, but the longer this goes on the more I ache all over. I can still feel where Athena's sword got me in the side. There's no marks, but I know I got hurt. How am I supposed to go out tonight and have fun when I know I'm still hurting and no doctor will give me anything for the pain? I'll just keep faking like everything's fine, I'll keep any mentions of gladiator!me brief and general, and it should work, right? Right?

[filter; public]
It's really nice getting to wake up in my own bed, with messages on my voicemail about how I somehow have a date tonight with some guy named Trent. Here's hoping he's not a douchebag, since that's a total douchebag name. Guess whatever alterna-me was up to while real me was in a parallel dimension was pretty cool if it's getting me plans for Friday night.

Speaking of future plans, the Les Miserables movie trailer came out, and I am excite. Can it be December already? That looks amazing!

[ filter: private ]

...What am I doing? I feel like a twelve-year-old girl....not to mention that everyone here seems to be mentally disturbed.

Would explain all the "hospitalizations," at least. This better not be some joke

[ end filter ]

......Clicking this link better not have given my computer a virus.

What is this place supposed to be?

Dad ...nah.

OLD MAN. You a zombie yet? Everyone else is and you're too chirpy to do otherwise.


Since everyone's so calm, how common is being beamed up to the Enterprise?

Next time, I would prefer if we ended up anywhere in Egypt. We were far more evolved, no matter what these people say. In fact, if we don't get out of here soon, I might just find a ship that will take me across. Somehow.

I, for one, am ready to leave.

[Filter: Euterpe]
Are you feeling okay?

Do you need anything? Are they seeing to your wounds? I know a few people who

I've got a few musical instruments? Still working on that soundtrack. I got a little distracted.

[Filter: Set]

You can't see this, but good job. Still not amused...but good job

At least that is over with.

[Filter: Isis]

[Filter: Egyptians]

[Filter: Horus]

I don't have pity to offer or any profound words of wisdom, but if you want to talk, you know how to find me.  If you rather not, I understand.  For what it's worth, I'm proud of you.

[Filter: Anubis]

You can't read this, but I'm no less proud of you.  May you be at rest, my son.

[Filter: Set]

Satisfied?

[Filter: Syrinx]

I know you weren't going to watch, but I survived.  Please don't worry. 

[Filter: Isis]
Don't get any ideas

I'm charged with checking on your well-being. Your husband asked.

I'm sure you have other family for this I know today was not easy on you and you probably have others to look after you, but I gave my word accidentally.

[Filter: Private]
I'll try to avoid these promises in future.

[Filter: Bastet]
Do you Would you

If you would like some company, please don't hesitate to ask.

[Filter: Andrus]
Please be careful.

[She'd kept her emotions in check and had walked away from the Arena before anyone could so much as grab her arm or stop her. She moved with her slaves and guards back home. There was no comfort but that she could bring to herself and she could - would not blame Horus for the decision he took. An attempt had been made for mercy and it had been cruelly denied. Horus had a family to look out for as much as anyone else.

And if she was suffering, she could not imagine his burden. Or Isis'. Or Osiris'.

It was when she was finally in her own chambers, alone with her journal, that she reached out.]

[Filter: Egyptians]

Many of us mourn today but what has been done is done. That sounds cruel but we cannot do anything about it. The moment the battles were announced, there was some...idea of what could happen. What was likely to happen. It's up to Khaos to return him to us.

And if and when she does, we will be there for him. We must be and for anyone else who may fall. Quietly, carefully.


[Filter: Set]
[Filter: Isis]
[Filter: Osiris]

[Filter: Private]

Never mind.

[Filter: Private]
Reminders of my humanity. It doesn't settle well. Though, we are all human, aren't we? Still. Before I was...I was something better. Now I'm this. Were Apep to show up, who's to say I could defeat him in this body. I suppose there is no saying that we'd have to fight, but then I won't live in delusions of peace either.

There's no point in worrying anyone with this. Perhaps I'll talk to Andrus when we get home

[Filter: Public]
It's been a very hectic few days. I never thought I'd miss school so much.

[Filter: Ra]

WHERE ARE YOU WHAT ARE YOU DOING WHY HAVEN'T YOU SAID SOMETHING DID I MISS SOMETHING AND OMG ARE YOU ALRIGHT DO NOT GET TRAMPLED STEAKS

Up to tell me where you are and if you're okay? I mean, Nyx people? Hi? I'm regressing.

I'm also getting married.

Can we see how much I don't want that?

[ filter; horus ]

I'm marking this as another dot in the oddness of my life but. One more to the family?

[filter; horus]

You're not allowed to be a gladiator. You should be here with me, but if you have to be, WIN OKAY? Win win win. I love you so much. I'M COMING TO SEE YOU.

[filter; true family]
I CAN'T KEYSMASH ON PAPER, HOW DO I SEE HORUS HE'S A GLADIATOR OW MY HAND

[Filter: Aaron & Underworld minus Minos]

Situations?

[Filter: Osiris]

Brother.

Whoever's grand idea it was to trust me with weaponry instead of my aulos, you've got a sick mind, buddy. Seriously, I'm so confused right now.

I'm not always a fan of covers. I'll admit it. But I was searching around and I found this and I am not offended by it. This might go against the norm, but I think I prefer that version to the original.

[Filter: Daughters]
What's this weekend look like for you all? I want to steal you all away and spend time with you.