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[flamekthunder]

[Wha—

He's actually startled enough that there's a snow flurry burst before it settles back down, letting her touch the cool snowflakes as if they were from outside.]

...Dreamotion is similar to magic, but it's also more than that. With enough focus and concentration, you can make whatever you have in mind. Your emotions will also affect it.

[azuresong]

[ She giggles as the burst of snow cascades around them. The dogs barking and echoing both their surprise and excitement.

From here... the snowflakes look so beautiful. She's honestly come to appreciate them so much more, and seeing them this close makes her eyes sparkle with wonder. ]

I see... so it's the same when the starflowers appeared when we were first walking here! Tifa did that, didn't she?

I want to make pretty things appear, too...

[flamekthunder]

Yes.

[A light, soft smile and he forms one out of the snow.]

But you can do that as well. This world is also affected by our emotions. Whenever you feel strongly about something, that emotion will manifest in different ways. You might not have noticed it just yet.

[azuresong]

[ she gasps as the snow changes form and pauses to admire the glisten and beauty of the design. Cautiously she will reach her hand towards it to lightly touch the end of the petal, and is shocked when the feeling was cold against her fingertips. It was real… and here… and Eustace had made it! She truly wondered if she could do something as beautiful, too! ]

I can do that as well… [ She considers, and closes her eyes to concentrate, clasping her hands tightly together. Lyria has felt so many emotions since arriving, but right now the one that was shining the brightest was not only her excitement, but her happiness as well. If she just thought hard enough about being happy!!

And suddenly, loudly, a loud pop! sound forces her eyes to rip open. There in between her hands is a magical sparkler. It’s bright and different colored lights dancing around in swirls and shooting off in all different directions until it dissipates as quickly as it came. ]

D-did you see that!?

[flamekthunder]

[Somehow he's not surprised by how her dreamotion manifested, and he just gives her a light smile.]

Yes, well done. But you should also try to be careful and mindful of what you create.

[azuresong]

[ Lyria is still glancing at her hands as he spoke, consumed with adrenaline from what she had just experienced. Sure she had the power to summon godly and deadly beast, BUT THIS??? ]

Hehee, I'll be more careful next time! [ She pauses, considering. Lyria's demeanor slightly deflates, her eyes still staring at her hands. ]

... I haven't tried doing "that" here yet.

[flamekthunder]

"That"?

[No why did her expression fall? What could she—



Ah.

It comes a second too late, but Eustace starts to realize what she might mean.]

[azuresong]

[ She's twiddling her fingers a little, intertwining them back and forth while still keeping a smile on her face. ]

Mhmm. I wasn't sure if it would be the same as it was back home... but something about it feels weaker. I can still "feel" them, though.

[flamekthunder]

...So you do mean the primals.

[It's odd how he once used to see them as a threat to be eliminated but now has a more nuanced, neutral about them.]

Can you tell which ones? Admittedly I'm not too familiar with those who had similar capabilities adapting to this world, so I'm not sure how it will work for you.

[azuresong]

Only a few... [ She touches the emblem to her chest and briefly closes her eyes. ] ... There are others, but I still feel Bahamut's presence the closest. [ Was one of them Bonito??? She wasn't so sure- ]

Do you think I will have to use my powers here?

[flamekthunder]

...I don't think you'll need them...

[A small pause.]

But if you are able to, it wouldn't be a bad idea to understand how they work. This world is for the most part peaceful, but like any other there are dangers, especially with nightmares and noctaere. There are also dangerous monsters further beyond the Wildlands.

[azuresong]

[ She gives a small nod of understanding. ]

You're right! I... want to protect the people of this world too, so I'll try to do what I can!

[flamekthunder]

[...Hmm...]

But I wonder... If what you feel are some dream form of themselves or if you can actually feel their original forms back in our world.

[azuresong]

[ That... was a good question. She peers down at herself again as if trying to listen. ]

I'm not sure if I know the difference yet, but I know they feel anxious and a little restless. It doesn't quite feel like the same connection I had from home, so maybe the dream world has something to do with it.

[flamekthunder]

I suppose there's only one way to find out.

[He looks at her carefully.]

Do you want to try it?

[azuresong]

[ Her eyes meet his as a sudden realization appears. She knew she would eventually have to try...

Taking in a deep breath, she firmly nods. ] Yes... I'll give it a try! Is there a quiet place we could go to?

[flamekthunder]

[—Ah.]

I didn't mean right now if you need more time... But yes, I know a place we can go to try it out.

[azuresong]

[ ...!! O- oh. ]

No, it's alright! I can do this! [ She glances up at him with sparks of determination in her eyes. ]

And because with you here with me... I feel like I can be brave...!

[flamekthunder]

[He looks a little skeptical...but he slowly nods.]

All right.

[....Hm....]

It'll be a bit of a walk... How comfortable are you with riding on a horse?

[azuresong]

A horse!?

[ Wait, where did this come from!? She couldn’t exactly recall a time, so she shakes her head, clearly confused. ]

No, I haven’t… Eustace, do you have a horse!?

[flamekthunder]

[A light grin.]

Yes, Tifa as well. It makes traveling through the Wildlands easier when we have to cover large distances.

[He knows they don't do much riding in their world since usually just walking will suffice, but it has its advantages here.]

[azuresong]

[ why is she just now discovering this!! Eustace was full of so many surprises, but she hasn’t expected this one at all!

Cue her trying to hide her excitement by shifting her weight back and forth where she stood… but the look of anticipation in those blue eyes were a clear enough indicator ]

I really want to ride one! Can I please!? Will I be able to do it right now…!?

[flamekthunder]

[His mouth is twitching trying to not laugh and smile too hard at her obvious excitement. But a small chuckle does escape him as he can't resist the urge to reach over and pat her head as if trying to calm her down.]

Yes, we can. Let me grab my things and I'll meet you outside. You'll want to wear some comfortable pants and boots.

[He looks at the dogs.]

You all wait here.

[They whiiiine they wanna go on a hike toooooo DDDD: But Eustace is adamant. If Lyria somehow manages to succeed... Well, he'd rather not take any risks.]

[azuresong]

[ Waaaah a headpat from Eustace!! Doggies be jealous!!

She relishes in the pat, giggling and smiling all the awhile before nodding her head. ]

Okaay! I'll go get dressed and meet you there! [ Lyria in pants WHAT A CONCEPT but that is what he requested, than she shall abide!

Glancing down with an apologetic look towards the dogs she will offer them a headpat in return for their troubles before skittering off into her room to change.

It doesn't take her long to get dressed (mainly because she is flying through the room as fast as her legs could carry her) and soon she will emerge successfully from her chambers, dressed and ready to ride! ]

[flamekthunder]

[He can't help but laugh a little as he watches her before he gives the dogs one last head ruffle and instructions to watch the house before he heads upstairs. He can pretty much go as is, but if they're out there it's better to have Flamek with him. Some water and maybe a few snacks wouldn't be a bad idea, either... Though he could always find them something if Lyria actually got hungry.

Once set, he heads out to meet Lyria and there's a quick glance over before he nods in approval.]

Ready?