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1/1/2021 Staff
Happy 2021 to all! Big thank you for hanging out and being awesome for the first two-ish months of the site. It's been fun so far, looking forwards to a lot this year! If you haven't seen, after a delay, the last day of the advent can be claimed now (here). You have three choices for your last advent prize including a second chance at a creature pass. That's right we have creatures coming to Aesseldar now! Be sure to check the announcement for any rule clarifications if you're interested. Last big bit of news we do have our light layout "in the mist" ready to be used. There will still be tweaks and color changes coming in the next week or so by the fantastic dusk so don't be afraid if things look a little different.

12/15/2020 Staff
Congratulations to Zay for winning the pride raffle with Runar! Welcome our new pride, Adamo Autumna! Don't forget to keep posting in the advent to claim your awesome prizes, and within the next few days you'll see some additional posts cropping up in the ooc areas. We'd love some feedback on the site and will be adding an area for feedback and suggestions. We will also be adding a thread to post all your open threads. Another fantastic surprise is that Koafox (some of you may know her as Miranda from other sites) has said we are welcome to use their table switcher plugin. As soon as I get the files we will be integrating that into the site for everyone to enjoy!

12/7/2020 Staff
TWO news posts back to back my oh my stuff must be brewing! We wanted to let everyone know that the third pride slot has opened. Unlike the other slots we wanted to give everyone a chance to go for it as well, so we'll be raffling it! In order to enter the raffle please DM an admin or the Eoin account with your OOC and which character you'd like to enter the raffle with. The only requirement that has to be met is that the character must be 2 years of age or older (meaning that number of posts and feathers doesn't matter). So get your entries in, the more the merrier as we head into the new year! The other exciting news is that our neutral/lighter colored layout will be out by the end of the year, thanks to the lovely dusk!

12/5/2020 Staff
Thank you so much everyone for a fantastic first month opening. We wanted to thank you all and let you know that we've decided to extend the grand opening bonuses for one more week, so you can bring in your first three characters free through 12/11! In other news our first contests have started and we couldn't be more excited! You may participate in the following, if you haven't already partaken: Advent Calendar, Superlatives, Advertising Contest, OTMs, and the Writing Contests. We'll be releasing another update soon with some super fun surprises, but some of Eoin's events have drawn to an end and it appears some new boards may start popping up! Expect to see more of Eoin, as well as some adjustment to the event threads, for some of the future boards as well!

11/28/2020 Staff
As we bring another week to close we'd like to welcome everyone to participate in our first contest! The Advertising contest is up and provides some really great rewards, as well as participation rewards! Coming soon are the first set of OTMs and superlatives, a writing contest, a sneak peak at our more refined skills system, and a few other small updates. Happy weekend everyone!

11/19/2020 Staff
Thank you everyone for having joined us so far for our site opening and help us grow our community. We have had so many wonderful suggestions, and while we are processing some things and working on the skills, we wanted to let you all know that the OTMs and superlatives are coming! Keep an eye out soon for those. Also it appears that Eoin has been wandering around Aesseldar and may be up to no good... best get checking on his apperances for some good old fashion fun, and maybe even a sweet surprise!

11/4/2020 Staff
Welcome everyone to the grand opening of Aesseldar! We are excited to open our doors and build a community with all of you. As we being our journey together we would love you all to read through the grand opening thread, and remember that while we're transitioning into the start of this, we still have a few fantastic surprises coming. Our skill system is underway and we hope to have that out by the end of November, we would also love to have you all in the Discord with us and welcome any and all suggestions and feedback to help us improve the site! We have a number of things still to come, including a lighter colored layout, accessories in the shop, and would love to remind everyone that the top right series of three vertical dashes will open up the sidebar. In order to reference what IC month it is you will find the calendar link in the sidebar. Happy posting!

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12/15/2020 Eoin
With three new terrains open and a third pride staking a claim once more, our mischievous deity Eoin appears to be up to no good again. The quake that cracked open the mountain and closed it once more was felt around the lands, and three new terrains popped open. Tryphosa Shore now has an Atoll sub-board, and there is a Desert and a Rift board. Several more will be coming... but first Eoin will make an impression.

11/17/2020 Eoin
The rainforest trembles, as if fighting back against those who dare to occupy it. The lands of Aesseldar are still only half-tamed, unfettered and unwilling to give way to any aspiring King, any growing empire. And just as quick as King Barnabas came to lay claim to it did it begin to push back, forcing his fledgling pride out with an unforgiving downpour, and a bitter resentment of the creatures that dwell within. With one pride felled, it leaves the opportunity for another to rise from the ashes.

11/4/2020 Eoin
It happened on a hot, humid night. No one there to witness it. Somewhere, surely, it could be heard. The start of a crack. The sound vibrating from mountain top to valley dips. It was a long and dreadful noise. Somewhere in the mountains, somehow, one of the peaks had collapsed. An impassible tower of sharpened points- gone. Snow, with the hidden rocks from the destruction, slid down the slopes that were formed by ages. A wave of white forced outward to cover all below. At first it is still much too dangerous to traverse. But with time the new ground settles and with it comes- a pass. On the other side awaits a land untouched by the curious paws. The lands of Aesseldar have been revealved and somewhere down below three pridelands sit empty, awaiting for eager travelers to start staking their claims. Please refer to the grand opening announcement for information on how to claim a pride slot and fully customize it, since there are some grand opening bonuses or exceptions that are not referenced in the guidebook! We would also love to let everyone know that any official in-character news that gets posted in this "in-character" section of the layout is going to be considered common knowledge for any character in-game. Consider it like an in-character bulletin board! We will keep it updated with relevant and applicable information and hope it helps inspire your plots.

Spring Y11
With spring the clouds begin to disperse and the warmer weather begins and new life blooms. With new lands having been discovered there is a plethora of places for the lions to explore and yet somehow that mischievous site deity never seems to stop bringing the surprises, some of which include occasional inclement weathers. Temps varying between 45°-80°F (7°-27°C).

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11-05-2020, 10:22 PM - Word count:
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#11
Lioness of Prideless
Played by Ivy

'This way. Don't stray, I won't go searching for you if the mist separates you.' He spoke, taking another step forward until they were a breath apart. She was tempted to reach out to him, nose to nose, but he turned just as quickly as he had approached. Long limbs eased her forward as she followed closely behind him, her right side hugging his left flank as they maneuvered the mist together. Between the dense forestry and the rain eyesight was limited so she had no issues remaining stuck to him as he led her to whatever shelter he had managed to find. And when they did arrive she was impressed that he had found this place, for she would have looked it over entirely. It blended in perfectly with the backdrop around it, the leaves and vines thick and tangled but open enough just for them to squeeze between to take cover. Minerva watched as Barnabas moved in first, his frame lowering to the ground as he tucked his paws beneath him. For a moment she hesitated because how on earth would both of them fit in there? But either way she was willing to try. She squeezed past the vines and roots, being careful not to step on Barnabas in the process. It was quite snug and she lowered herself to the ground as smoothly as she could manage, though as soon as she did hit the ground her frame was pressed tightly against his own, side by side as the rain pattered down outside of their enclosure. "Well now this is cozy." She mused, her breath exhaling against his neck as she spoke. And it became quite evident in that moment, her side pressed against his own, that she had been lonely. That loneliness that she had expected to feel had been quiet all this time and only now did it rear it's head. She became hyper aware of how long it had been since she had the company of another and her body, well she yearned for that physical contact. It was exhilarating, intoxicating, and so she pressed herself against him tighter, her gaze moving to the rain outside all the while.



@Barnabas

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WARNING: MINERVA IS RATED M FOR MATURE. BARNABAS ALSO HAS THE RIGHT TO ENTER ANY OF MINERVA'S THREADS.
11-05-2020, 10:35 PM - Word count:
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#12
Lion of Junior Member
Played by Vortex

He had to admit that when she began entering, he couldn't help, but stare. His eyes following her curves until she managed to settle down. Her body was tightly pressed against his, because of the small space they were in. Her remark to how cozy it was, caused him to chuckle slightly, as he turned slightly to take a look at her. His head hanging over hers, due to his slightly larger size. His ears cupped forward and listening to the sound of the rain. The drops falling onto the leaves that kept them dry. He was happy that his tail was so small and wouldn't get tangled in anything. For a long moment he felt content. With the rain, the warmth and her company. He allowed his eyes to close for a moment as his head was turned towards the life outside their "den".

The pressure that he felt against his side was from her, pressing rightly against him. And he had to face it. It had been so long since he felt warmth from someone. Anyone. So he didn't flinch, didn't even dared to breathe. His eyes opened and his head turned towards her and took her in. The way she looked outside. Oh, how lonely she looked. Before he could even react his head was leaning forward to give her a nudge on the cheek. He retreated as fast as he realized what he had done, ears leaning backwards and his head turning away from hers, eyes trying to avoid her plum ones. This day was going to be locked in a box in his mind and put to the back of his conscious.
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11-05-2020, 10:56 PM - Word count:
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#13
Lioness of Prideless
Played by Ivy

She could feel his eyes upon her, watching. She did not flinch however, nor did she move. Her plum gaze continued to watch the raindrops even as she could feel him hovering just slightly above her. And then, a touch so soft that she almost thought she had imagined it. But from her peripheral vision she could see him pulling back, retreating, but oh no she wouldn't let him. She turned her head, those plum eyes pinned upon him as she reached out, attempting to nibble against his jawline. A soft touch all the same, tender. And it was in this secluded little piece of heaven that she allowed herself to relax, truly relax. Minerva hadn't ever had suitors and how could she? She was far larger than any of the males that were part of her natal pride aside from her own brother of course and then the few rogues that she had happened across well .. were much much smaller than she. And most of the time they were uneasy as well. They saw her as a big burly beast, not a lady that could be loved and caressed. And so Barnabas' touch had been a welcome one, one that made her heart leap with anticipation and giddiness. He had retreated but she followed right after him, not wanting the moment to end. She reached upward, grooming the side of his neck softly before pulling back to stare at him once more. "You are the first you know.. others they don't.. well, no one has ever tried." She spoke softly and though she should have felt embarrassed it was the truth that she had come to accept over time. She hadn't been viewed as attractive, hadn't had suitors pining for her attention, and though he was neither in the same instance he offered more than anyone ever had.



@Barnabas

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WARNING: MINERVA IS RATED M FOR MATURE. BARNABAS ALSO HAS THE RIGHT TO ENTER ANY OF MINERVA'S THREADS.
11-05-2020, 11:16 PM - Word count:
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#14
Lion of Junior Member
Played by Vortex

While he was debating if what he did was something he was ok with, or not, she did not accept his retreat. Instead he was brought back to the present by the soft nibble to his jawline. That action would cause his head to turn slightly, eyes locking with hers as she also moved slightly back to observe him. His enlarged fangs for the first time were in the way. Because he felt the need to nudge her again. But he didn't. He just looked at her, before she decided to come forward again and groom his neck. The action was welcomed and he moved his head slightly to the side to give her more access. When she stopped and spoke, his head turned to face her and his eyes locked on hers.

"Their loss." He assured, as he aimed to lead forward and nudge her cheek again. Why he had done this, he had no idea. He wasn't a man of affection. And he had met her just today. Hours ago. But it was rare to see a woman this big. A woman that, he thought, could actually handle him. His ears cupped forward and he moved a striped leg out from under him and aimed to place it around her, so she could fall further into his body, as close as she could be. His claws unsheathing and gently scraping her fur, possessively. His head would then aim to lean forward and teeth would aim to gently nibble on one of her ears, ruffling up her small mane.
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11-05-2020, 11:21 PM - Word count:
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#15
Lioness of Prideless
Played by Ivy

'Their loss.' He spoke as their eyes locked and it was in that moment that she felt herself sinking further and further into whatever this was. They had only just met but already the swell of possessiveness surged within her. He craned his neck to the side to give her more access and she gladly obliged, grooming him further before he moved one of his forelegs outward, claws kneeding her back and instinctively she let out a low rumble of a purr. Finishing her grooming she leaned into him then, scooting forwards and closer to him all the while. She was practically curled halfway beneath him now, her body still pressed tightly upon him. It was in this moment that she pressed backward, invitingly. Perhaps she was making a deal with the devil, but if that were the case then it was all that she wanted.



@Barnabas

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WARNING: MINERVA IS RATED M FOR MATURE. BARNABAS ALSO HAS THE RIGHT TO ENTER ANY OF MINERVA'S THREADS.
11-05-2020, 11:41 PM - Word count:
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#16
Lion of Junior Member
Played by Vortex

At this moment it was as if it was just them. All lone in this land they were in. Them and the rain. The soothing breeze and her warmth. And maybe for right now, it would be just them. She didn't speak, but her plum eyes spoke enough. Her actions loud and clear. He might regret this tomorrow. He might regret melting down before her. But today, he does not regret anything. The possessive tug of his was answered with a purr and a push of her own. She was so close it was almost suffocating, but he had no trouble losing his breath. And then, with her next move, he did. She pushed backwards against him and caught him off guard. A rugged huff slipped passed his lips, his eyes locking with hers. He did not wait for permission. He pushed himself up slightly, so he could be above her, chest and undersides pressed tightly against her. His chest vibrating with a loud rough purr. Legs on each side of her. Claws tugging the ground beneath. Teeth gently gripping her scruff, teasing. Tempting. He would hold back for a few long moments more, to allow her to speak, to push him off, to run. To curse him and leave him to his loneliness. To his anger.
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11-06-2020, 05:31 PM - Word count:
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#17
Lioness of Prideless
Played by Ivy

Leaning back against him Minerva knew that perhaps she was getting pulled in deeper. She had only met this man merely moments ago and they felt tethered to one another - connected as if they had known one another for ages. They didn't need to speak, didn't need to utter sweet nothings in each other's ear. No, instead they were here. Physically. She yearned for the contact and Barnabas was happy to oblige. And Minerva, well she was grateful, grateful for the man behind her. He could handle her and she could handle him. Together they would become something far greater than anything she could have imagined. A groan slipped past her lips as she allowed him to take her into oblivion.


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@Barnabas

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WARNING: MINERVA IS RATED M FOR MATURE. BARNABAS ALSO HAS THE RIGHT TO ENTER ANY OF MINERVA'S THREADS.
11-06-2020, 05:46 PM - Word count:
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#18
Lion of Junior Member
Played by Vortex

She didn't seem to move away. Only move closer. As he positioned himself over her, she obliged and allowed him to do so. He didn't want to speak anything. To say worthless words. Actions were much more important. And the man would show her what she was beginning to mean to him. Show her, just how much she would love to stay with him. Keep him company. And so he lowers and tightly presses against her. To shower her with long forgotten affection. To allow himself to feel the same.

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