Cemetery of the Lost and Lonely

[Seraphim]

Here we may worship those souls who are wandering in the Forest of Lost Memories.

We honor those who have died of broken hearts and loneliness.

*starts chanting*

[Takeshi]

nice place.

[Seraphim]

^-^ Thank you~

You can worship that tomb over there.

It says:

Here lies Celene, broken in heart
Her love was run over by a cart.

[frank]

And where is my tomb? For I, indeed, have most recently suffered a grievous and heart -wrenching loss. At least so it seemed to me. Please direct me angel fair so that I may solace find once more.

[Takeshi]

im looking for my grandpas...

[Kayla]

i'm looking for my sister......

[Takeshi]

wow this is sad...

[Soldier of God]

(walks up to everyone)
I am here looking for the grave of my lost love. Among many of the others. Do any of you know where she is, the others I will find on my own.

[Seraphim]

And where is my tomb? For I, indeed, have most recently suffered a grievous and heart -wrenching loss. At least so it seemed to me. Please direct me angel fair so that I may solace find once more.

*leads frank to a tomb beside a babbling brook*

"Here lies frank, fallen and alone
His love to heaven had first flown"

[Seraphim]

im looking for my grandpas...

*leads taka to a tomb through the forest and under a willow tree*

"Here lies Granddad, asleep under the willow
Let the leaves and grass forever be his pillow"

[Seraphim]

i'm looking for my sister......

*leads EM to a tomb in a sakura tree grove*

"Here lies EM's sister, her soul long gone
Her battle against pain has been won"

[Seraphim]

(walks up to everyone)
I am here looking for the grave of my lost love. Among many of the others. Do any of you know where she is, the others I will find on my own.

*leads Neo Clydus to a tomb in a lush, grassy field underneath the perpetually glowing stars*

"Here lies Neo Clydus's lover
Under the sky's starry cover"

[Sei Akujin]

"I am sorry but I am looking for my.....own grave......which might sound funny....I am not of this world....just a mere shadow of a man who once walked the ground of this planet. A man who gave his life to save the ones he loves most..."

[Seraphim]

*leads him sorrowfully to a tomb in the center of the forest, inside a circle of tall leafy trees crying emerald green leaves on the grass around the grave*

*a lone shaft of light breaks through the canopy and illuminates the tomb*

*a blue flower left by Aoi is on the tomb*

"Here lies Saint Evil, who died bleeding in the rain
He gave his life to rescue his friends and love from pain"

[Sei Akujin]

"I thank you....now I know I truly died for a good cause.....I can...rest finally...."

*He sits on the gravestone and thinks.*

[Seraphim]

You're welcome.

Rest in peace, Saint Evil.

*bows*

You deserve it, truly.

[Sei Akujin]

*He fades away and it begins to rain.*

"...."

[frank]

Indeed, most sad, but like a phoenix rising, from the ashes of my grave, and with the help of one who claims to be not so nice (as hiding benind a shield wall) to keep from finding a most grievous woumd, and hand-in-hand with one unsure, know that the place itself is but a place. The spirits there do make it goodly, and this indeed has the most fair spirits yet.

(Apologies that it takes a long time totell th tale.)

[Takeshi]

thanks for helping me, i have to go now, bye...

[Soldier of God]

thank you for leading me to her grave.
(knees down and begins to weep)
I am soo sorry Angel, i made a promise but then broke it. I want to be with you but it seems fate won't let that happen. Fate tore you from my hands and brought you here, I will get all those back for what they did. I can promise you that and it will not be broken.

[frank]

Alwats did like babbling brooks. Peaceful& quiet.

Many thanks for your kindness, I will tell others of this place of peace and solace.

[Seraphim]

You are always welcome.

*bows*

Thank you for coming. I'm sure those who are buried here appreciate your visit.

[frank]

Indeed, my lady. It has oft been said and noted true that, with my presence 'round, the dead no harm may offer. *facing Lady Seraphim* And you my Lady, how will you this evening pass? If you still wait for another mourner or three, perhaps my company will ease your task? For truth to tell, I find you fair and would not be loathe to while away an hour or two. Please forgive my forward stance, but 'tis thought a mage's help may help to keep the silence of this place.

[Lady Battousai]

*is standing outside the gates stareing at all the graves*

[frank]

To himself, "another mourner and so soon? Where is the way to this fair lady's heart?"

*Walks up to Lady Battousai* Enter my dear friend, and lady yon may direct your need. And in the doing, rhyme a rhyme of no mean quality. *takes Lady Battousai by the hand to Lady Seraphim.*

A mourner my dear lady and one whom I call friend.
Mayhap thee can ease her troubled soul? * bows to both and steps away*

[Lady Battousai]

*smiles shyly and then looks at ground*....

[X-GWAR_323_Casshern]

walks in

X-now this a place

*looks for the grave of his father and brother

[frank]

What the h...? A noobie with dead people so quickly?

Welcome noob, Lady Seraphim will direc you to the proper place.

*toLady B. Still holding her by the hand.* Let us step away while Lady Seraphim may this newcomer help.

[Lady Battousai]

ok ^^ *walks away with gramps*

[frank]

Lets sit here while Sera rhymes a rhyme and shows the poor new soul what he needs to see. *points to a fallen monument* This wil do for a seat.

[Lady Battousai]

Ok^_^*sits down with gramps*

[frank]

*sitting with Lady B. frank grows restless* This seems to be taking a very long time. I have not seen Lady Seraphim and the newcomer seems very lost.

What do you think we should do?

[Lady Battousai]

i dont know^_^;

[Kayla]

whatcha doin? *blurrs infront of them*

[Lady Battousai]

absolutely nothing^_^;

[frank]

Sittin, thinkin, waitin,

*Where is Lady Seraphim?*

*Chocolate to Lady B & EM*

Want some?" frank's special.

[Lady Battousai]

YYAAAAAAAA CHOCOLATE!!!!!*glomps gramps*^_^

[Seraphim]

*pops up from behind random tree*

Oops. =)

*sweatdrops*

Sorry. I got lost. I meant to make a right at the river, but made a left instead.

*walks over to Frank , LB, and EM*

Hm, you're looking for your father and brother? I believe... Oh, yes. Now I remember.

*leads her through the forest to the other side, where there is a field of flowers*

*in the center of the field is an enclosed garden with orchids*

*walks into garden and to a pair of twin graves surrounded by violets*

"To a brother, whom we most dearly did love
We pray for your joy in the Elsewhere above"

"To a father, strong, brave, and kind
Lost now, in heaven you we shall find"

[frank]

*frank leaves EM standing alone and rushes to Lady B. and Seraphim*

My good lady, I pray you cease! The father and brother of whom you speak is not the family of Lady B. *looks around* What happned to Gwar? It was he that sought this grave.

Lady B has yet to tell who she would find.

And yon maiden EM is indeed in need of your good words--but she also, has not said who she mourns.

*frank is in great distress, trying to protect the ladies, when he sees an apparition appearing behind EM.*

*Holding Lady B and Lady Seraphim close and safe from harm, he can only call to EM*

EM beware! Look behind and run this way. You are too far away for me to spell a spell that evil monster to destroy!!

[Lady Battousai]

uh yeah no one in my family has died yet that i know of^^;i just wanted to give my prayers to others^_^;

[Seraphim]

*smacks herself in the head*

Aiya~~ I've been doing this too long.

*smiles sadly*

I must be losing my touch.

*pushes herself away from Frank*

I'm no fragile flower. I can take care of myself. I've been guarding this cemetery for 651 years. I must guard it until the end of time itself.

*spreads wings and soars into the air*

*places hands together and gracefully motions with them towards the monster in mystifying patterns*

Go back to your resting place, you evil specter!!

*sends a hail of fire towards the monster*

*the monster burns to ashes*

That's better.

[frank]

*frank is open-mothed in surprise and wonder* Well done, Seraphim. Well done. My apologies for holding you so close. I did not know that you had such awesome powers.

Thank you for banishing the monster. Now perhaps the mourners may find who they seek. Can you help, or I am presumptuous. This is you plcae, after all.

[Seraphim]

It would be my honor to have you in my presence. *bows* Wordsmith.

*sees a monster with green tentacles and purple eyes*

Look out!! It's right behind you!!

[Lady Battousai]

*draws sword*may i help you with this one lady seraphim?

[Seraphim]

Sure thing! *smiles* Could always use a little help.

*prepares her own fiery attack*

[frank]

*before anyone can do anything, frank's dragon, Shoden arrives and unleashes a horrendous bolt of bluish-red dragon fire at the monster. It is totally incinerated.*

*Shoden bows to frank, frank thanks him back and says* No good dragon friend, my Shoden. The ladies would have me present. And truth to tell, for they are fair, fain would I depart. Is there a matter which requires my presence at the mountain?

[Seraphim]

Is that your friend, Frank? *smiles kindly* I hope he doesn't bite. *pets the dragon softly*

[Lady Battousai]

hiya shoden!!!*pets shoden*-^_^-

[Seraphim]

Oh, Lady Battousai, do you think we might as well go on a quest, as long as we're both here?

[Lady Battousai]

hm?like what kind of quest?

[Seraphim]

Perhaps a quest to find um... the... cure for... the common... cold...?

*coughs embarrassedly*

I really don't know. *smiles*

[frank]

*frank lookingly at them both, somewhat amused*

"My ladies, please. You must know that Shoden has a capital S in his name, and that I have a small f. I don't know who this Frank is of whom you speak, but it is not me"

*frank looks at Seraphim, for she has a very mischievous smile on her pretty face. And Lady B., too seems to want to play.*

A quest, you say? And where would you go? What would you find.? Mine dragon Shoden, is a mighty beast and powerful to transport us three wherever you would want to go.

Tell me of what you would seek, and I will arrange it with Shoden, for his permission must always be given. One word of caution: he does not mind your attention for he is truly my dragon, and your touch is pleasant to his scales, but look you not directly into his eyes lest you lose your souls and your minds as well. *looks at them with a questioning eye*

[Seraphim]

*smiles wide*

"That sounds wonderful!"

*puts a solemn look on her face*

I apologize for not using a lowercase f, frank. I was not aware that it bothered you so.

*turns to Shoden*

Ah... frank? Are you sure he is capable of carrying us all?

[frank]

*frank returns her smile, designed to melt the heart of any lady*

Apology is not necessary, my Lady Seraphim. Your attention is quite enough.

*Seraphim's remark causes Shoden to become irritated at the question. He shakes his scales in partial anger and frank must tell him*

They do not know how truly strong you be, my good Shoden. Remember, please, that these are mortal humans. Not like you or I. And they are special to me. As are all the ladies, but these have stolen my heart, in s most friendly way. Behave yourself, and frightn them not.

*To Seraphim* He is strong enough to transport an army if I so wish. Have no fear, you will be in the best of hands and company.

What quest would you ladies wish to pursue?

[Lady Battousai]

*huggles Shoden*-^_^-hmm i dont know im not very good at coming up with quests-^_^-

[Seraphim]

*slightly irked*

I'm not mortal. I'm 601 years old.

Well, anyway... I propose that we look for the seven stones of Atlantis. They were rumored to be the sources of power that held the great city together.

Six hundred years ago, someone stole them from their sacred temple. Atlantis sank underneath the sea, never to be seen again, except by those who've already seen Davey Jones's locker.

So... What do you think? Should we go for it, or what?

[frank]

*to Seraphim* Your pardon my lady. May I say that you look exceedingly well for one who has 601 years?

A greater question comes to mind. Who will care for your cemetery and tend to the mourners who arrive?

*to Shoden* Well, my good dragon, it seems we may have found an adventure and with fair company.

[Lady Battousai]

-^_^-yyyaaaa!!!

[Seraphim]

*laughs cheerfully*

Thank you, frank.

Anyway, I think I can summon a few friends to safeguard this sanctuary for the time being.

*clasps hands in front of her and starts chanting*

Shakrish nuliba opia rituika
Friyaraa katruorshi hikuri

*thrusts her hands upward to the sky and claps thrice*

*angels clothed in red emerge from within the trees and surround her*

I request that you guard this place and show the way to any lost soul who is searching for a loved one.

*the angels in red disperse among the plains and woods*

There we go. That should do for now.

[Lady Battousai]

-^_^-okie doke

[frank]

And so, we're off. Shoden lend a shoulder please that upon thee, we may sit right. *Shoden goes to one knee, extends a wing, and frank helps Lady Seraphim up first, and then himself, with Lady B behind. And sitting so, upon his back, frank holding Seraphim in front, and Lady B. holding frank from behind, the three are settled.*

*to the Ladies* Shoden must adjust his scales underneath us, but do not be alarmed. For, by so doing, he will insure our safety on his back. Lady Seraphim, if I must hold you, it is to keep you safe. For I have learned to have the greatest respect for you and would not venture to be seming to make any untoward advances. And you, Lady B., must hold to me as you will. I shall not give nor take offense.

Is this a suitable arrangement for you both? Or would you prefer some other choice?

[Seraphim]

It is alright. *still a bit unsure, but shrugs it off*

*laughs nervously*

I am just not a big fan of... contact. But I am sure I shall live through this.

*smiles*

Shall we be off?

[[Actually, LB is going to be gone for a while, as stated in her post in Farewells and Goodbyes.]]

[Silver Winchester]

Hello anyone there? I'm looking for my sister's grave.

[kaoru]

well this is very emotional....i'm looking for the one of my cousine

[Lady Battousai]

ok yeah im back seraphim-^_^-*hugs her*

[frank]

*frank looks at Shoden, wondering why he let Lady B. climb up.* Getting complicated here folks. Let's take a break, Okay?

Seraphim, I'm sorry to have kept you atop my Shoden's back for such a long, long, time. I was trapped in the Valley of the Vicarious and couldn't get away.

I will remember, though, that you would prefer to not be touched or held , if my sense of what you said is right. Thank you for preventing me from making you uncomfortable. Shoden's scales, however, can adjust to safely hold you by yourself.

But look, as Lady B. has returned let us dismount and rethink this plan anew. Welcome back Lady B., it is a sincere pleasure and delight to see you once again. *frank hugs Lady B. a goodly hug as good friends will.*

And see hear, my Lady Seraphim--two mourners who may need your help.

Silver Foxx it seems, as well as sarena-9 would have some business here. Will you attend to them, or leave them to your sisters red, that we may plan anew the quest for your Seven Stones?

[Silver Winchester]

Hi sweetie whatcha doing?

[frank]

Silver, my good wife. I am awaiting thee to hold thee in my arms once more with all the fondness of a doting and devoted husband.

We may be questing shortly. The Lady Seraphim will perhaps attend to your needs, so you may put that grievous matter to rest for once and for all!

I would have you by my side, if you have the courage to quest with me & Shaoden.

[Silver Winchester]

Of course I have the courage come on lets go!

[Seraphim]

*slides off Shoden* frank, I will aid them myself. I will return when I have completed my tasks. *smiles and then turns to the others*


Silver Foxx, let me escort you to your boyfriend's final resting place.

*leads her to a waterfall and steps behind it into a warmly lit cavern*

*inside the cavern, at the very back, is a tomb covered in flowers*

*the gravestone is draped with haloes of light blue flowers: forget-me-nots*

Love lost, love spurned
But for your heart my own has yearned
Love eternal, love with strife
Love for my girlfriend, my world and life.

There is a lit path for you to follow home when you decide to leave. I am sorry for your loss, Silver Foxx.

*bows and leaves Silver Foxx to mourn*


*takes Sarena_9 by the hand and leads her into a deep, dense forest filled with wildflowers*

*lets go of her hand and motions towards a cavern with a curtain of ivy and flowery vines*

*pulls aside the curtain so that Sarena_9 can step inside, and then follows*

*at the back of the cavern, following rows upon rows of lit flambeax, there is a gravestone draped with more ivy*

*brushes back ivy, where there is an inscription*

Forever friend, my cousin dear
Eternal may your rest be here
Evanescent skies of light
My guardian angel of the night

There is a lit path for you to follow home when you decide to leave. I am sorry for your loss, Sarena_9.

*bows deeply and leaves Sarena_9 to mourn*


Welcome back, Lady Battousai! *smiles widely and hugs her back* I am so happy that you have returned to us!

Let us reassess our battle plan, as you said, frank. What shall we do?

[Lady Battousai]

yaaaay!!!XD