GS3: Wedding of Paladyr & Lyrahe

Paladyr and Lyrahe

[A Bright Meadow]

Towering trees surround a large patch of green grass dusted with colorful wild flowers. Over the treetops, snow-covered peaks are outlined against the clear sky. Four poles wrapped with silk ribbons surround an altar of carved wood from which delicate garlands of flowering vines hang down to the ground.

The altar is made from a great tree stump. On the flat surface can be seen the hundreds of rings that prove the age of this ancient tree. The base is carved with a delicate leaf pattern and is encrusted with sparkling emeralds.

Witnesses

Lady Lyrahe, Lord Paladyr, Sage Mignon, Lord Mcelliot, Aranrhod, Lord Xatier, Slorne, Lady Kadesha, Lord Ellerich, Lady Zhanhia, Lord Dyridian, Lady Aysia, Maeglyn, Lady Jypsie, Lady Danay

Cleric

Slorne Eaglewing
She appears to be in her 70's, has shoulder length, wavy golden blond hair, brown eyes, and tanned skin.
She is holding a rose-embossed sterling silver chalice in her right hand.
She is wearing a sapphire blue ceremonial mantle trimmed with holy runes of Leya stitched in vaalin thread, a lovely pair of sapphire earrings, a rune-etched blue sapphire medallion, an intricate blue sapphire ring, a sapphire blue sash, a traditional ceremonial tunic fashioned of the softest ivory doeskin and adorned with embroidered Sylvan holy symbols, and some knee-high strap sandals.

Knightsman

Lord Xatier Ma-jita

He appears to be in his 50's, has long, straight silver hair, violet eyes, and tanned skin.
He is holding a long silver dragon staff in his right hand.
He is wearing a dreamstone inlaid silver circlet, a majestic midnight blue greatcloak intricately embroidered with silver runes, a gold scroll cloak clasp, a multi-gemmed quintuple ring medallion, an elegant flowing silver-grey robe with midnight blue runes of knowledge embroidered along the hem, some silver and black leather gloves, a silver moon-link belt, and a pair of soft grey suede boots.

Groom

Lord Paladyr Rydalap

He appears to be in his 60's, has short, wavy red hair, green eyes, and fair skin.
He is wearing a rakish black silk hat, a flowing black spidersilk cloak clasped with an argent Imaera symbol, an ebony silk vest trimmed with silvery runes, a raven-hued silk shirt fastened with polished silver buttons, a leaf-shaped Imaera pin, a gleaming silver armband, a starstone engagement band, a thin black leather belt secured with an ornate silver leaf buckle, some elegant black spidersilk pants stitched down the seams with silver thread, and a pair of supple doeskin boots.

Maid of honor

Aranrhod Tairnigiri

She appears to be in her 60's, has short, curly sandy blond hair, grey eyes, and fair skin.
She is holding an ice blue velvet ring box in her right hand.
She is wearing a delicate braided silver circlet, a delicate dragonmist earring, an antique silver locket, an exquisite blue sapphire bracelet, an emerald engagement ring, a leaf engraved silver ring, a fitted deep blue velvet gown trimmed with silver embroidery and sparkling blue sapphires, a thin silver ankle bracelet, and a pair of deep blue slippers.

Bride

Lady Lyrahe Aveliad

She appears to be in her 60's, has long, straight sandy blond hair, hazel eyes, and fair skin.
She is holding a tulip and snow rose bouquet in her left hand.
She is wearing an etched silver circlet draped with a flowing ice-blue silk veil, a fitted ice blue lace bodice fastened with a single silver crescent moon clasp, a sapphire engagement band, a linked silver waist-chain decorated with dangling crystal stars and blue sapphire moons, a lace-trimmed ice blue silk hip pouch fastened with a silver crescent moon, a long ivory gown adorned along its length with a shower of glimmering diamonds, some ice blue silk stockings, and some crystal-heeled ice blue velvet boots laced with long silver ribbons.

The Ceremony

Slorne says, "Greetings, family and friends."

Slorne recites:

"In this sacred circle of light

We gather in perfect love and perfect trust

Holding hands together, our circle is formed.

Only love shall enter, and only Love shall leave."

A light, warm breeze springs up making the colorful leaves on the trees dance about softly.

Slorne says, "You may be seated."

Slorne removes a large acorn from on a carved wood altar.

Slorne takes a few steps away from the altar.

Slorne digs a small hole in the moist soil and places the acorn within.

Slorne drops a large acorn.

Slorne recites:

"I beseech Imeara to grant you her blessings of this holy union.
As this acorn will grow into a mighty oak when nurtured and cared for,
So too shall your love."

Slorne stands up.

Slorne returns to her spot before the altar.

Slorne recites:

"May the gods bless you with harmony, honesty,
And spiritual growth as you enter into this sacred union."

Xatier taps the tip of his dragon staff on the ground.

Xatier recites:

"Blessings and honor we bring to thee, Phoen
We call thee, Lord of Fatherhood, to this Sacred Circle,
To bless this union which takes place here before you.
Know these two as they come together,
Let their union be blessed."

Slorne smiles at Xatier.

Xatier recites:

"Bless these rites which are performed in sight of all,
That they may bring peace and love to all and harm to none."

Xatier smiles at Slorne.

Slorne smiles at Xatier.

Slorne smiles at Aranrhod.

Moonlight falls on the faces of the wedding couple as they face the cleric.

Aranrhod recites:

"Blessings and Honor we bring to thee, Oleani
We call thee, Lady of Spring, to this Sacred Circle,
To bless this union which takes place here before you
Know these two as they come together,
Let their union be as blessed."

Aranrhod recites:

"Bless these rites which are performed in sight of all,
That they may bring peace and love to all and harm to none."

Slorne removes a rose-embossed sterling silver chalice from on a carved wood altar.

Slorne raises her sterling silver chalice skyward!

Slorne recites:

"With Oleani's blessing, may you drink your fill from the cup of love."

Slorne offers Paladyr a rose-embossed sterling silver chalice.

Paladyr accepts Slorne's sterling silver chalice.

Paladyr Paladyr takes a sip from his sterling silver chalice.

The image of a woman dressed in robes holding a shaft of wheat floats above the altar for a few seconds. It looks as if she is raising her hand to the wedding couple. Then the vision shifts and she is gone.

Dyridian appears to be trying hard not to grin.

Paladyr offers Lyrahe a rose-embossed sterling silver chalice.

Lyrahe accepts Paladyr's sterling silver chalice.

Slorne smiles at Lyrahe.

Lyrahe drinks from the chalice.

Lyrahe offers Slorne a rose-embossed sterling silver chalice.

Slorne accepts Lyrahe's sterling silver chalice.

Slorne put a rose-embossed sterling silver chalice on a carved wood altar.

Slorne removes a loaf of golden wheat bread from on a carved wood altar.

Slorne raises her golden wheat bread skyward!

Slorne recites:

"With Phoen's blessing, may you eat your fill of the abundance of life."

Slorne offers Paladyr a loaf of golden wheat bread.

Slorne smiles at Paladyr.

Paladyr accepts Slorne's golden wheat bread.

Paladyr takes a bite of his golden wheat bread.

Paladyr smiles.

Paladyr offers Lyrahe a loaf of golden wheat bread.

Lyrahe accepts Paladyr's golden wheat bread.

Lyrahe takes a bite of her golden wheat bread.

A man with golden hair and wearing golden robes briefly shimmers in front of the bride and groom. He bows to both very briefly, then he is gone.

Slorne smiles at Lyrahe.

Lyrahe offers Slorne a loaf of golden wheat bread.

Slorne accepts Lyrahe's golden wheat bread.

Lyrahe gazes fondly at Paladyr.

Slorne put a loaf of golden wheat bread on a carved wood altar.

Slorne asks, "Lyrahe, is it true that you come of your own free will?"

Lyrahe says, "It is true."

Danay leans forward and rests her chin in her hand, a thoughtful expression on her face.

Slorne smiles at Lyrahe.

Slorne asks, "Who speaks for the house that looses a daughter this day?"

Zhanhia says, "I speak for her family."

Slorne nods to Zhanhia.

Dyridian smiles.

Slorne asks, "Do you offer your and your family's blessing upon this union?"

Zhanhia says, "I do."

Zhanhia smiles at Paladyr.

Zhanhia smiles at Lyrahe.

Slorne smiles at Zhanhia.

Petals from the fall flowers dance around in a wisp of wind.

Slorne says, "Lyrahe, I have not the right to bind you to your love, only you have this right. If it be your wish, say so at this time."

Lyrahe says, "It is my wish."

Slorne smiles at Lyrahe.

Xatier smiles.

Aranrhod smiles quietly to herself.

Slorne says, "Paladyr, I have not the right to bind you to your love, only you have this right. If it be your wish, say so at this time."

Paladyr says, "It is my wish."

Slorne smiles at Paladyr.

Slorne asks, "May I have the ring?"

Slorne smiles at Aranrhod.

Aranrhod removes a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a perfect leaf-shaped moonstone from in her velvet ring box.

Aranrhod offers Slorne a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a perfect leaf-shaped moonstone.

Slorne accepts Aranrhod's silver wedding ring.

Slorne raises her silver wedding ring skyward!

Slorne gestures and utters a phrase of magic. Slorne gestures at a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a perfect leaf-shaped moonstone. A pure white aura sparkles around a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a perfect leaf-shaped moonstone.

Slorne offers Lyrahe a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a perfect leaf-shaped moonstone.

Lyrahe accepts Slorne's silver wedding ring.

Slorne smiles at Xatier.

Slorne asks, "May I have the ring?"

Xatier offers Slorne a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a delicate moon-shaped sapphire.

Slorne accepts Xatier's silver wedding ring.

Slorne raises her silver wedding ring skyward!

Slorne gestures and utters a phrase of magic. Slorne gestures at a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a delicate moon-shaped sapphire. A pure white aura sparkles around a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a delicate moon-shaped sapphire.

Slorne offers Paladyr a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a delicate moon-shaped sapphire.

Paladyr accepts Slorne's silver wedding ring.

Slorne recites:

"Let these rings symbolize your love,
Which like the circle has no beginning, and no end."

The clouds are tossed about the sky till they finally clear away, revealing bright twinkling stars and the Lady of the Green constellation.

Danay gazes up into the heavens.

Xatier gazes up into the heavens.

Xatier smiles quietly to himself.

Slorne says, "Paladyr, Lyrahe, please face each other."

Paladyr turns to face Lyrahe as she turns to face him.

Slorne says, "Paladyr, hold up your hands that she may see the blessing they are to her."

Paladyr holds his hands, palms up, towards Lyrahe.

A tiny firefly buzzes along, alighting on Kadesha's nose.

Danay appears to be trying hard not to grin.

Jypsie grins.

Kadesha wrinkles her nose.

Dyridian grins.

Mcelliot grins at Kadesha.

Paladyr recites:

"These are the hands,
Young and strong and vibrant with love,
That are holding yours on our wedding day
As I promise to love you all the days of my life."

"These are the hands I will place with joy against your stomach
Until I too, feel my child stir within your womb.
These are the hands that look so large and clumsy,
Yet will be so gentle as I hold our baby for the first time."

"These are the hands that will passionately love you
And cherish you through the years, for a lifetime of happiness.
These are the hands that will wipe the tears from your eyes,
Tears of sorrow and tears of joy.
These are the hands that will comfort you in illness,
And hold you when fear or grief wrack your mind."

"These are the hands that will lift your chin and brush your cheek,
As they raise your face to look into my eyes,
Eyes that are filled completely with my love and desire for you."

Slorne smiles at Paladyr.

Kadesha breaks out in a silly grin.

Danay smiles at Paladyr.

Xatier smiles at Paladyr.

Paladyr says,

"Lyrahe, from the first moment I saw you, I knew you were someone special." He pauses a moment, taking Lyrahe's hand tenderly in his own. "You are the most important thing in my life, beautiful inside and out, and I want to spend the rest of my days with you."

Danay smiles softly.

Paladyr says,

"Please take this ring as a symbol of my love; beautiful, pure, and unending. Though its luster may fade with time, my love for you never will."

Paladyr slides a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a delicate moon-shaped sapphire onto Lyrahe's finger.

Lyrahe smiles at Paladyr.

Slorne says, "Lyrahe, hold up your hands that he may see the blessing they are to him."

Slorne smiles.

Lyrahe holds her hands up towards Paladyr.

Lyrahe recites:

"These are the hands that are smooth, young, and carefree,
that are holding yours on our wedding day,
as I pledge my love and commitment to you all the days of my life."

"These are the hands that will hold each child in tender love,
soothing them through illness and hurts,
supporting and encouraging them along the way,
and knowing when it's time to let go."

"These are the hands that will massage your neck and back in the evenings,
after we've both had a long hard day."

"These are the hands that will hold you as you struggle through difficult times.
They are the hands that will comfort you when you are sick
Or console you when you are grieving."

"These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you
through the years, for a lifetime of happiness.
These are the hands that will hold you in joy and excitement and hope."

"These are the hands that will give you support as I encourage you to chase down your dreams.
Together, everything we wish for can be realized."

Slorne smiles at Lyrahe.

Paladyr gazes fondly at Lyrahe.

Lyrahe says,

"Paladyr, from when we first met I knew you were the only one for me."
"My love for you grows more every time that I see you and I cannot imagine spending my life with anyone but you. I dread even one day without you."
"I love you, and I always will."

Lyrahe gazes fondly at Paladyr.

Lyrahe slides a rune-etched silver wedding ring inset with a perfect leaf-shaped moonstone onto Paladyr's finger.

A wisp of cloud briefly covers the moon, then the moonlight shines down on the wedding couple bathing them in a silvery glow.

Kadesha gazes up into the heavens.

Slorne smiles.

Slorne raises her arms in supplication.

Slorne recites:

"Hear me Arkati!
Bless the hands that you see before you this day.
May they always be held by one another.
Keep them tender and gentle as they nurture each other in their love."

Slorne lowers her arms and removes a fine silken cord from her mantle.

Slorne clasps Paladyr's hand tenderly.

Slorne reaches out and holds Lyrahe's hand.

Slorne carefully wraps the hands of the bride and groom together with an intricate knot.

Slorne recites:

"With this cord, I bind you to the vows that you each have made.
May the gods smile upon this union
And bless this couple with health and prosperity."

Slorne recites:

"For remember what one may not provide, the other may.
So are you bound, in the light of love,
Each to the other, unto all of your days."

Slorne smiles at Lyrahe.

Slorne smiles at Paladyr.

Paladyr smiles.

Lyrahe smiles.

Slorne rest her hand upon the bound hands of the bride and groom.

Slorne recites:

"By the power of Leya granted to me,
I declare Paladyr and Lyrahe joined in marriage!
Let us rejoice with our friends and celebrate their special time!"

Jypsie smiles.

The Guests applaud and cheer for the Newly weded couple

Paladyr and Lyrahe kiss in a loving embrace.

Jypsie exclaims, "Beautiful Ceremony! Congratulations to you both!"

The guests congratulate the Bride and Groom then head over to the reception area to continue the celebration with the happy couple.

During the Reception, Dyridian grabs his mandolin and breaks out in song...

[A Grassy Hill]

A breathtaking landscape of trees against a background of snow-covered mountains can be seen from this hill. The surrounding vegetation is spotted with fragrant flowers of delicate shades. Two large trees flank a leaf-covered path that leads to a meadow, their intertwined branches forming a natural arch. You also see a refreshment cart with some stuff on it, a large crystal bowl and a small table with some stuff on it.

Also here: Lady Lyrahe, Lord Paladyr, Lady Jypsie, the Legendary Lord Ellerich, Aranrhod, Lord Xatier, High Lady Kadesha, Slorne, Lady Danay, Lord Dyridian

Xatier says, "Wait..."

Xatier says, "A Rogue being a bard?... scary"

Dyridian holds a carved white ash mandolin up to his ear.

Xatier shivers.

Dyridian plucks at the strings of his mandolin, checking the tone.

The string makes a sharp ringing pitch as he releases it.

Dyridian smiles.

Dyridian says, "Sounds good to me."

Dyridian recites:

"Inside"

Dyridian clears his throat.

With a slow lead-in, Dyridian begins a gentle ballad on his mandolin.

Danay turns an inquisitive ear towards Dyridian.

Dyridian winks and flashes a sly grin.

Dyridian slowly modulates through a series of chords, building a beautiful melody.

Jypsie turns to face Dyridian.

Xatier holds his breath, waiting for Dyridian's song.

Dyridian sings:

"The moment I laid eyes on you

The first time that we met

That's when I first knew

My love for you was true."

Embellishing on the simple melody, Dyridian skillfully conveys a measure of the joy he feels while playing.

Kadesha gazes fondly at Dyridian.

Dyridian sings:

"If only I could show you

These feelings that I have

If only you could look inside

And know just how I feel."

Dyridian accentuates his song with emphatic strums, adding to the intensity.

Dyridian sings:

"Look into my heart

Look into my soul

Look into my eyes

Only then you'll know."

Dyridian smiles.

>Dyridian makes the simplest of strains as complex as is possible, coloring it with harmonies and chord variations.

Dyridian sings:

"All that I want

All that I see

All that I need

I find in thee."

Dyridian slowly modulates through a series of chords, building a beautiful melody.

Paladyr gazes fondly at Lyrahe.

The music seems to wind on forever, bringing old memories and thoughts long forgotten to the surface of your mind.

Dyridian sings:

"I never knew I'd need someone

The way that I need you

I don't know how I've come this far

Without you in my life."

Xatier sighs.

Xatier closes his eyes for a moment.

Jypsie rubs her silver wedding band feeling it begin to beat rhythmically, then slowly the pulses fade away.

Jypsie sighs.

With careful concentration, Dyridian draws out a series of notes, allowing them to layer into a sweet harmony.

Dyridian flashes a quick grin.

>Dyridian walks his fingers up the neck of his mandolin, making a bright run into the sunny chorus.

Dyridian sings:

"Look into my heart

Look into my soul

Look into my eyes

Only then you'll know."

Dyridian makes the simplest of strains as complex as is possible, coloring it with harmonies and chord variations.

Dyridian sings:

"All that I want

All that I see

All that I need

I find in thee."

Dyridian makes a dramatic change in the song's dynamics, sweeping from soft to loud in a sharp crescendo then back into the middle ranges.

Aranrhod smiles at Dyridian.

Dyridian sings:

"Look into my heart

Look into my soul

Look into my eyes

Only then you'll know."

Dyridian brushes his fingers over the strings, modulating softly from chord to chord as if playing to himself.

Dyridian sings:

"Yes

Only then you'll know."

As the tune finishes, the gathered listeners applaud gently.

Dyridian smiles warmly.

Dyridian strums one final soft chord then allows his mandolin to fall silent.

Holding the edge of his hooded cloak, Dyridian bows deeply with a flourish.

Slorne smiles at Dyridian.

Aranrhod applauds.

Xatier applauds Dyridian.

Lyrahe smiles at Dyridian.

Danay applauds Dyridian.

Dyridian smiles.

Dyridian says, "thank you"

Aranrhod says, "Very nice"

Jypsie says, "beautiful hon"

Xatier says, "That was excellent"

You kiss Dyridian on the cheek.

Paladyr asks, "Not as scary as you thought?"

Dyridian chuckles.

Dyridian hugs you.

Paladyr says, "Don't eat yellow snow."

Paladyr nods to Dyridian.

Dyridian begins chuckling at Xatier.

Xatier says, "Ohh...."

Lyrahe smirks.

Dyridian winks at Paladyr.

Dyridian says, "ill remember that"

Xatier recites:

"While everyone's attention is got..."

Danay says, "Congratulations to the both of you, may you have a lifetime of happines."

Xatier says, "Freeze priestess"

Slorne says, "Uh oh."

Paladyr grins.

Aranrhod grins slowly.

Xatier recites:

"May I say Paladyr and Lyrahe,

May you both enjoy happiness beyond all your dreams

And your deams all come true"

Lyrahe smiles at Xatier.

Aranrhod throws a handful of petals up into the air, and it floats down in a cloud around Lyrahe and Paladyr!

Captured and edited by Lady Jypsie

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