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genessia2017-12-31 05:10 am
kalmaleader) wrote in genessia2017-12-31 05:10 am
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[Since the election had ended, Qubine had been thinking about the kind of leader he was, and the kind of leader that a City Guardian needs to be. And well...it just wasn't him. Qubine begins the feed with what sounds like a relieved sigh.]
So, another election campaign has passed, and the results were about what I expected. I've lost, and Mavis has become Guardian of Fayren. The first thing I'd like to say is, the people made the right choice.
One thing I've never been good at is bringing comfort to those who are grieving. I've always been one to push forward, regardless of what I or my clan may be feeling. My clan is accustomed to that, and may even find inspiration in that. They've encountered many challenges and faced losses throughout their Passage. They've grieved for their fallen comrades. And if I let myself fall in the trench with them, I can't help them. As their leader, I had to remain above it and move the clan forward. I urge my clan to steel themselves, because there are many more challenges ahead. That...is not the kind of leader that Fayren needs. For all the dangers that Genessia does throw at us from time to time, it still pales in comparison to the dangers of my own world.
The people of Fayren - and even all of Genessia - are not my clan. They look for someone strong enough to protect them and gentle enough to help them heal after the rough times. Someone like Mavis. I'm afraid I lack that kind of gentleness. There are other dragons in my clan who are better with that than I. My mate, Shayla, would be a primary example. She comforts my weariness after a hard day's work, and after a tragedy strikes me particularly hard. I've lost both of my sons, so believe me when I say that I am no stranger to tragedy. Since then, Shayla and I have leaned on each other to move forward.
I would best describe myself as a survivor, a warrior. A protector? That's debateable. My clan - the Kalma Clan - have protected our sister clan, the Filia, so that they can live in peace. While it may feel strange to not be the leader, I believe the Deputy position suits me better. Because when a threat comes along, I can't turn away from it.
Now...as far as Deputy business is concerned, I have something of an...odd request. Is there anyone who can craft me a saddle? I would need to visit your place to get the proper measurements beforehand. Afterwards, I will also need practice flying with people on my back, to understand how many people I can carry at once without being weighed down too much, and how fast I can safely fly with them. Of course I would be willing to wait until after the upcoming blizzard to begin this project.
Also concerning the blizzard, being an Ice dragon will enable me to travel through it without much trouble. Therefore, if anyone finds themselves needing any supplies during the storm, I would be willing to deliver. I would strongly encourage everyone to make sure they have everything they need beforehand, however. But if the need does arise, I would be available.
...That is all I wanted to say.
So, another election campaign has passed, and the results were about what I expected. I've lost, and Mavis has become Guardian of Fayren. The first thing I'd like to say is, the people made the right choice.
One thing I've never been good at is bringing comfort to those who are grieving. I've always been one to push forward, regardless of what I or my clan may be feeling. My clan is accustomed to that, and may even find inspiration in that. They've encountered many challenges and faced losses throughout their Passage. They've grieved for their fallen comrades. And if I let myself fall in the trench with them, I can't help them. As their leader, I had to remain above it and move the clan forward. I urge my clan to steel themselves, because there are many more challenges ahead. That...is not the kind of leader that Fayren needs. For all the dangers that Genessia does throw at us from time to time, it still pales in comparison to the dangers of my own world.
The people of Fayren - and even all of Genessia - are not my clan. They look for someone strong enough to protect them and gentle enough to help them heal after the rough times. Someone like Mavis. I'm afraid I lack that kind of gentleness. There are other dragons in my clan who are better with that than I. My mate, Shayla, would be a primary example. She comforts my weariness after a hard day's work, and after a tragedy strikes me particularly hard. I've lost both of my sons, so believe me when I say that I am no stranger to tragedy. Since then, Shayla and I have leaned on each other to move forward.
I would best describe myself as a survivor, a warrior. A protector? That's debateable. My clan - the Kalma Clan - have protected our sister clan, the Filia, so that they can live in peace. While it may feel strange to not be the leader, I believe the Deputy position suits me better. Because when a threat comes along, I can't turn away from it.
Now...as far as Deputy business is concerned, I have something of an...odd request. Is there anyone who can craft me a saddle? I would need to visit your place to get the proper measurements beforehand. Afterwards, I will also need practice flying with people on my back, to understand how many people I can carry at once without being weighed down too much, and how fast I can safely fly with them. Of course I would be willing to wait until after the upcoming blizzard to begin this project.
Also concerning the blizzard, being an Ice dragon will enable me to travel through it without much trouble. Therefore, if anyone finds themselves needing any supplies during the storm, I would be willing to deliver. I would strongly encourage everyone to make sure they have everything they need beforehand, however. But if the need does arise, I would be available.
...That is all I wanted to say.