May Catch-All and Quests | Forge Grand Opening

[forgeabettertomorrow]

🧙 WHO: Darin Altway and You
⚔️️ WHAT: Grand Opening of his forge and May Quests
🕒 WHEN: Throughout May
🗺️ WHERE: All over
⚠️ WARNINGS: None

A -Announcement- Network

[Darin is excitedly fiddling with his device. When he thinks he's got a good frame, he steps back.]

So, it's been a few months since I dropped in here but after a lot of work, I've finally done it!

[He steps aside to show a store-front constructed into the side of a very pictureesque hillock. The sign on the side of the road leading up to the front door reads "Forge Ahead."]

Today marks the grand opening of 'Forge Ahead' my dream made reality! And speaking of dreams, I'm putting out this call to make some of yours come true! Need equipment? Has your gear seen better days? Looking for a gift for a special someone? How about some expertly crafted tools? Well, Forge Ahead is here for you! And if there's any aspiring craftsmen, mana researchers, or engineers that are looking for employment, I've got more than enough space to accommodate! I'm looking forward to seeing everyone who comes out!

B -At The Forge-

[Just like the announcement said, Forge Ahead is located just outside of Camelot, built into a picturesque hillock so as not to take away from the beauty of Avalon. Already the sound of hammer on anvil can be heard ringing out from within, and when you walk through the large, oaken door a magical chime rings throughout the shop. Darin happily looks up from his work and hurries over to greet you.]

Welcome to Forge Ahead where we always look forward to your ideas! I'm Darin Altway, Master Blacksmith. What can I do for you today?

C -No Buccaing Out-

[Honestly, monster exterminating quests were beginning to be Darin's jam. They paid well, they gave him valuable experience and training, and more often than not he'd find some interesting raw materials he could use for his smithy. Besides, it was his motto that the more people he helped, the more he got his name out there. When looking to secure supplies, being known as dependable was just as good as being rich.]

[So, he's out on the edge of the Silent Shore in swim trunks; his dao strapped to his back and a bottle of underwater breathing potion in-hand.]

Before we decide on drinks this, maybe we should determine who can hold their breath longer. I've done some diving in the past but...who knows how far down these things are. Thoughts?

D -Holo, Goodbye-

[Darin was not one to deny someone their dying wish. Back home, he'd done so much for the elderly in his town that they'd actually come to rely on him. He was determined to make this trip along with anyone who would walk with him.]

Let's see...according to the map we should be coming up on the...

...Oh wow.

[He stops overlooking the river. The sight is unlike anything he's ever seen; rainbows arcing all over and stones glittering along the shores and in the river itself. It almost looks like there's gems literally springing to the surface, enriching the water with glitter and treasure.]

...This is beautiful...

-Wildcard-

[Got something else you want to do? Go ahead and start a prompt! Or, if you want, hit me up with a DM, on discord, or on plurk at bitterbearface

Comments

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Absolutely! I specialize in satisfying my clients no matter what!

[morns]

( that exhale definitely wasn't Kate suppressing a laugh at that particular turn of phrase, of course not. )

Sounds like long, hard hours.

( goddammit, Katherine. )

[forgeabettertomorrow]

The longest and the hardest but hey, that’s what makes the job worth it in my book.

Nothing beats working up a sweat by the firelight of a forge, pounding away at your newest piece.

[Are...they flirting? Darin is absolutely saying this with ten thousand percent sincerity.]

[morns]

( well, there's nothing wrong with a few harmless comments playing off how... intense forge work sounds. )

Must get steamy in there.

( at least it's amusing her? )

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Sometimes!

Sometimes when I have to cool down metal really fast and submerge it in cold water, the steam that hits really makes the place feel like a sauna.

I can’t tell you how often I’ll heat and cool iron just to get a relaxing steam going. It’s great in the summer!

[morns]

( ... y'know that actually doesn't sound bad, even removed from the ridiculous teasing going on. )

Good for the muscles after all that pounding.

( why is this the thing that amuses you, Katherine. why. )

[forgeabettertomorrow]

You have no idea.

A good cleanse after a long day of swinging my hammer around does wonders. I always feel like a new man, afterwards.

You should try it some time!

[morns]

'Fraid I don't have a hammer. Can I use yours?

( ... goddammit. )

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Sure I’ll let you take it for a spin.

No better way to get a feel for it, after all.

[morns]

I'll keep that in mind.

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Just let me know when you’re coming by. I’ll make sure it’s all ready for you.

[morns]

Sure you will.

( Darin, do you wonder why she sounds amused by this whole exchange?

you probably should. )

[forgeabettertomorrow]

I will! I’ll polish it up and everything.

[Because talking about smithing is fun? What else would it be?]