Event Blossom Ball - Trial of Hermes

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Finally, she was here. The trial of Hermes. Lily didn’t know what it would be, but she did know that it couldn’t have been any worse than some of the other trials. They really triggered her vertigo.

When she got there, it was an obstacle course. At least it’s not magic. she thought. Soon enough, she got going. It wasn’t far until he got to the first obstacle.

Suddenly, trees rose from the ground. They were blocking the path, and her only option was to climb them. Though Lily had climbed only a few trees in her life, she seemed confident. With the first tree, there was a branch which was just low enough for her to climb.

Slowly and carefully, Lily climbed up to the top of the first tree, and edged along to the next one. She knew that if she got down here, she would be trapped and unable to get out again. As the branched thinned, she transferred to the next tree.

The next one was harder though: there was no clear passage to the final tree. She would have to jump. Lily swallowed hard, and got to the safest point. “3.. 2.. 1.. GO” She told herself, and jumped. Soon enough, she landed safely in the next tree. At least I survived.

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Trial Tracker: HADES | HECATE | ORPHEUS | HERMES | PERSEPHONE | APOLLO

The last trial, Orpheus, had not been what she was expecting to happen during these trials. While originally she was apathetic about it, while still doing what she considered was her best, now she was resolute in completing them successfully. She normally didn't think about her blood purist grandfather, and that was certainly the kick in the butt she needed to continue the remaining trials the best she could.

However, after the first three trials, she was not expecting to run around protecting a pomagrantite from impending danger. She also wasn't the most athletic of people, always coming up with various excuses as to why she couldn't participate in gym class during her muggle schooling. Now was certainly the time to regret that.

However, she did feel more fortunate than other competitors. Her dress was short, knee length, so she wouldn't have to deal with dragging it or holding it while she ran. She had also opted for flats, mainly because of how cute they were, but also because of their comfort. The relation between the shoes and this particular challenge also caused Starlee to giggle. If only her shoes could fly as well!

She placed herself readily at the starting line, and when it was time, she dashed.

Action: Attempting to complete the Trial
Stats: Sta: 4 | Eva: 6 | Str: 6 | Wis: 8 | Arc: 6 | Acc: 5
Abilities: Healing Sage

Entering thread from the Apollo

Approaching her third trial, Serena could not help but contemplate how they were going. It was rather interesting to see both of the trials and how different they had been so far. She was, by no means, complete or even almost complete. However, the trials she had taken part in had been so different that it surprised her. She was definitely intrigued to continue. She was so ready to do the Trial of Hermes now! Serena looked around as she attempted to understand what the trial actually was. A boy gave out some instructions about collecting a pomegranate from the other side of the festival - the Underworld.

In all honesty, she disliked the setting of the Underworld. The vibes it gave off were creepy and dark and she was not super comfortable with that. However, it actually seemed like everything was going far better than she had initially thought. The dark was something that she was afraid of, for a very specific reason. It was not any dark though. As time went on, Serena realised it was the shadows themselves and the dangers that lurked within the dark. It was the fear of what could happen. Been there, done that, never wanted to do it again.

However, this was event seemed to be a lot safer than she anticipated - and nothing brought her more joy than that. Serena eyed up the trial. Right, all she had to do was run across the bridge and get the pomegranate, right? She could do that, right? It was not like she had to fight shadows and put out fires. This task was a lot more simple, surely?!

At least, that was what she kept telling herself. Taking her hairband off her wrist, she tied up her hair into a high ponytail. She had no idea what was going to happen on the trial, it did sound like there was going to be some sort of obstacles - perhaps an obstacle course! Deciding that the best course of action was just to be prepared, she figured that pushing her hair off her face was a good start at the very least.

Serena exhaled, preparing herself. As soon as she was allowed to start, she attempted to go get the pomegranate! She could do this! Maybe...

ACTION: Trying to get the pomegranate

Stamina: 10 | Evasion: 10 | Strength: 1 | Wisdom: 13 | Arcane Power: 5 | Accuracy: 10
Abilities: Part-Goblin [Gobbledegook and Wandless] and Evasive Maneuvers
Status: Energetic | Health: Full

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Outfit of the day: [1][2][3][4]

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For the second trial that Everly was to complete, she decided to try for the Hermes trial. She recalled that Hermes was the messenger god, and she knew about those infamous winged sandals. The trial turned out to be a race - well, that was absolutely perfect for Everly, considering the outfit she'd worn. Hopefully, those, that wouldn't slow her down too much. The moderator, a boy, gave them their instructions - they were to run from the exit back towards the area called the Underworld, and try to reach the pomegranate. There were all sorts of obstacles and traps set up for each person. Everly found this both eerie and exciting; she'd never done anything like this before.

Everly wasn't the most physically inclined person out there. In fact, she was quite confident that she wasn't physically strong whatsoever. Perhaps being tiny and agile was beneficial in other ways, but still, if she were to participate in, say, something that involved strength and muscle-y stuff, Everly would probably lose. Being the optimist she was, however, she tried her best to stay positive even when told that this trial would be, quote 'a race', which Everly knew one needed to be fit to win. Still, it was not just a race, but one with many tricks and traps, and Everly hoped that she, even if not fast by foot, could be able to evade them and finish first. And so, with these thoughts swirling in her mind, she went to start the trial.

[ @Carolyn Hunt ]

trials

A race. Okay. Lucia was not one for running, not at all, but she'd do it if Carolyn did. The likelihood that she'd just slow to a walk halfway along and come last was quite large - of course - but she wasn't here to win anyway, not really. She was here because the last ball had been boring, and she wanted this one to be one she'd remember - and the best way to do that was to participate in everything she could. Even if that meant participating in a race.

As soon as she set off, Lucia regretted wearing sandals - but how could she have known she'd be participating in a set of trials when she dressed for this event? Her shoulder bag bounced against her side as she ran, nearly tripping over a log which erupted out of the ground into her path. Oh no. Not only would Lucia come last, but she would also completely embarrass herself by falling flat on her face before she even got halfway down the track. Lucia could tell that this was not an ordinary race. She just hoped she was up for it. That, or she could just give up now.

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ACTION:
Yeet that fruit boi
stamina: 7 | evasion: 8 | strength: 15 | wisdom: 6 | arcane power: 3 | accuracy: 12

Entering from Trial of Orpheus

Here, at long last, was a Hero Trial that Dolf might actually enjoy. Upon arriving in the world of Spring, laid out in all sorts of bright colors across Hogwarts' grounds, he'd made for the Trial of Apollo in an effort to be less of a buzzkill. He knew that Apollo was the god of many things, and he'd been looking forward to testing his skills at archery or Healing. Hell, it could've been as extreme as a chariot race around the lake. The Trial of Orpheus had shown him that Hogwarts went big for its party tricks.

Unfortunately, Apollo's trial was based on his most stupid realms of influence: poetry, music, and the arts. The boy in charge was making students dance around for him and say all kinds of stupid things in front of everybody. Dolf had gotten just close enough to hear the instructions and immediately turned around. He wanted to have fun, that was true. But he didn't want to completely toss out his dignity. That was not his idea of fun.

Not to mention that his hands were still shaking from the Trial of Orpheus. He'd been trying to ignore them, but he knew they were doing it, and he knew that everybody else at the ball could see. He needed something to build his confidence back up — something that he could do well at. Something with his wand or something athletic.

Something like the Trial of Hermes.

Dolf approached warily, learning from his mistake at the Trial of Apollo and waiting to hear the directions before he got his hopes up. But his ears caught the words race, traps, and trickeries, and he was hooked. He'd take physical obstacles over psychological challenges any day. Bring it on, Trial of Hermes. Bring it on.

As he got on the starting line, Dolf tugged his laurel crown lower on his forehead. Now more than ever he was glad to be wearing normal clothes. He'd hate to run in one of those togas. The boy bent his knees and waited eagerly for the command to start.

Once he heard it, he took off like his shoes had grown wings.

ACTION: attempting Trial of Hermes

STR 10 | EVA 8 | ACC 8 | ARC 9 | WIS 5 | STA 10
Monster Hunter | Martial Artist | Fearless | Advanced Casting

Closed to interactions.
Wearing a deep plum chiton and cloak and grape headpiece inspired by Dionysus.
[1] [2] [3] [Hades] [Hecate] [Orpheus] [Hermes] [Persephone] [Apollo]

Ah, physical activity. Her one weakness. Where Phaedra’s mental abilities had triumphed, the same could not be said for her endurance and strength. She possessed a punch that rivaled that of a rubber duck, and even that was awfully generous. Typical Ravenclaw, really, and she didn’t even like Quidditch either, so flying was out of the question if there were brooms provided. Phaedra was…decently evasive on her feet though. Perhaps it would be enough to get her through this.

It wasn’t until standing before the bridge herself that Phaedra realised just how improperly dressed she was for this trial. With a chiton that just barely scraped the ground and a cloak billowing behind her dramatically, her chances of winning this one seemed grim. An obstacle course could home all sorts of nooks and crannys, climbs, jumps, and falls. The last thing she needed was getting caught on something and unable to help herself, so her hands went to tug at the fabric around her neck and shoulders. There would be no choking today.

“Do you mind watching over my cloak? Thank you.” It wasn’t like she’d given him any choice, unbuttoning the thing and tossing it aside immediately after. Her short heels would have to stay and thank Merlin they were comfortably snug. One had to take their blessings where they could. Clearing her throat, she took position. Time to get that pomegranate.

Action: Attempt race.
STA: 7, EVA: 8, STR: 1, WIS: 15, ARC: 10, ACC: 10
Perfectionist, Perfectionist II, Spell Spread, Advanced Casting

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IMPORTANT: I have recently changed my character’s name but the IC change is in effect from July so at this time I’m still using the old name, which was Carolyn Hunt.

“This doesn’t look very safe,” Carolyn gulped nervously upon seeing the wonky bridge. Still she promised herself and Lucia, she would try all the challenges and she meant it. She wanted to do something new for a change. “No matter…we are here so we might as well do it,” she said with a slightly more confidence this time, not wanting to discourage her friend. The young Ravenclaw was not a coward per se even though she generally avoided any dangers. It was not necessarily that she feared the injury itself, more like what getting injured meant for her hobby. She was a ballerina and as such liked to take care of her body. Both of her parents also made sure she avoided getting hurt given the fact that both specialized in healing. This was a unique oportunity however and Carolyn wanted to challenge herself. “I’d better take of my shoes for this!” The girl evaluated quickly. Her heels were small but still dangerous for running and her feet were hardened from the pointe shoes so running barefoot didn’t sound like the worst idea.

Carolyn might not have been the fastest runner but as a ballerina she was agile, flexible and man could she jump. “Remember, we are dancers. We can do this!” She encouraged the Hufflepuff one last time before setting to the task herself. Safety first, she reminded herself once again as she set off. The Ravenclaw would try to be as fast as possible but avoiding any risky obstacles would remain her top priority.

WC: 285

For Moderation :
Stamina: 6 | Evasion: 6 | Strength: 4 | Wisdom: 10 | ArcPower: 7 | Accuracy: 7
Abilities : Perfectionist, Healing Sage
Action :Doing the trials with @Lucia Fox.

Trial of Hermes Moderation

The end had come! Through grace, clumsiness, and a slew of pomegranates in the arms of the host, it was time to close the trial and declare the King and Queen of the ball. Surely folks had been eager to have their performances evaluated, and they would wait no longer: it was time to find out if they were worthy of Hermes’ challenge. If they were a hero, or just a foolish child running up and down a path for a fruit they’ll never get to eat.

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The Results

Irina Afansyeva iNPC Lavinia Cloven Reducio She begins to run. The first obstacle appears! DC: 6 19 + 8 = 27 She dodges it smoothly! Onward! DC: 12 1 --> crit fail Oh no. Irina falls flat on her face! She may take an injury from that. Final obstacle! DC: 18 4 + 8 = 12 Another fail! Suppose she didn't regain her mojo. +1 point	Xailah Alptraum Reducio The trial begins. An obstacle! DC: 6 16 + 12 = 28 Amazing dodge! Next! DC: 12 18 + 12 = 30 Too easy. Xailah avoids it without effort. DC: 18 9 + 12 = 21 A flawless run! She returns the pomegranate in great condition. +3 points	Yefim Rumyantsev iNPC Flash Holmwood Reducio The hunk is faced with his first obstacle! DC: 6 20 + 6 = 26 That was quite the dodge to see! He goes to the next! DC: 12 1 --> crit fail The hunk has banged his head. What a shame. DC: 18 15 + 6 = 21 He's back and kicking! The final obstacle is dodged! +2 points
Anja Murtaja Reducio So it begins! DC: 6 6 + 4 = 10 Success! Bring it on, world! DC: 12 4 + 4 = 8 The second obstacle seems to get people, and Anja is no exception! DC: 18 16 + 4 = 20 Back at it! She succeeds the final obstacle and sprints her way to two points! +2 points	Elena Jangleton Reducio Elena starts, and the first obstacle appears! DC: 6 16 + 9 = 25 Psh, easy stuff. Next! DC: 12 16 + 9 = 25 Identical and successful performance! DC: 18 11 + 9 = 20 She doesn't even sweat! +3 points	Pericles Dralt Reducio He starts out strong, ready for anything! DC: 6 2 + 7 = 9 Just barely, but he makes it! DC: 12 13 + 7 = 20 Excellent! I'm not even sure he blinked. DC: 18 15 + 7 = 22 Another perfect run from Pericles, straight into full points! +3 points
Evelynn Decipio Reducio Can she do it? The first obstacle comes out of nowhere! DC: 6 6 + 9 = 15 Woo! Success! DC: 12 4 + 9 = 13 So close! She may have even felt her foot catch, but she dodged! DC: 18 9 + 9 = 18 She cuts it close, but the pomegranate is in perfect shape! +3 points	Mikael Halldorson iNPC Percival Rainwood Reducio Into the trial we go! DC: 6 1 --> crit fail He's off to a rough start, but stands back up again. DC: 12 4 + 8 = 12 He's picking it up, but cutting it close! DC: 18 4 + 8 = 12 Ouch! He couldn't quite get into his groove. +1 point	Scarlet Aden Reducio Would her upper body strength be enough? DC: 6 5 + 7 = 12 Fantastic! Scarlett flies by the first obstacle. DC: 12 13 + 7 = 20 Woah, she does it again! Can she make the last one? DC: 18 13 + 7 = 20 Look at that! Another flawless run! +3 points
Adlai Rod Reducio She begins, and the first obstacle comes! DC: 6 3 + 5 = 8 She beats it without a second though! The second? DC: 12 15 + 5 = 20 Great job to Adlai! The final one appears! DC: 18 2 + 5 =7 This one gets her, but she did beat the first two! +2 points	Dan Palmer Reducio A wild Dan Palmer appears! DC: 6 1 --> crit fail He is fooled by the first obstacle. DC: 12 20 + 9 = 29 There he is! The second one is nothing! DC: 18 11 + 9 = 20 He beats it again! Woo! +2 points	Charles Alluring iNPC Henry Knight Reducio Will his "allure" be enough? DC: 6 9 + 7 = 16 What a dodge! That was amazing! DC: 12 11 + 7 = 18 Two in a row! A great run so far. DC: 18 8 + 7 = 15 Darn. He trips over the final obstacle. +2 points
Cassie McGregor-Martin iNPC Lucia Fox Reducio Off she goes, ready to face the first obstacle. DC: 6 13 + 9 = 22 Amazing job! She dodges. DC: 12 11 + 9 = 20 Another great dodge! DC: 18 16 + 9 = 25 Woo! Cassie dodges each obstacle perfectly! +3 points	Jayden Holt iNPC Andrew Vance Reducio Well, she's very confident. The first obstacle appears. DC: 6 20 + 5 = 25 Woah! It's like she didn't even move! An excellent dodge! DC: 12 12 + 5 = 17 Success again! DC: 18 5 + 5 = 10 The final obstacle stumps her, but she still leaves with two points! +2 points	Iris Fields iNPC Katrina Walker Reducio Here we go again! DC: 6 9 + 8 = 17 Successful dodge from Iris! DC: 12 11 + 8 = 19 Yet another who conquers the first two with ease! Will she make the last? DC: 18 16 + 8 = 24 She did! A perfect run! +3 points
Dealla Prince Reducio Off she goes into the trial with a head full of hope! DC: 6 5 + 5 = 10 A good first dodge from the Raven! DC: 12 19 + 5 = 24 The suspense as she beats another! Will her pride be worth it? DC: 18 9 + 5 = 14 Fail. She was right: pride does come before the fall. +2 points	Elisabeth Erner Reducio Best of luck as another participant faces the first obstacle! DC: 6 14 + 4 = 18 Great job on the first one! How about the next? DC: 12 2 + 4 = 6 Ouch! The second one gets her. DC: 18 2 + 4 = 6 Gah! She trips again. +1 point	Alan Vanes Reducio He takes off into the race, and the first obstacle appears. DC: 6 17 + 11 = 28 Amazing dodge from Alan! DC: 12 10 + 11 = 21 Woo! Two excellent dodges in a row! DC: 18 14 + 11 = 25 He dominates all three obstacles and gets the pomegranate back safely! +3 points
Florian deRoy iNPC Starlee Kennedy Reducio Another round! How will it go? DC: 6 5 + 3 = 8 He dodges the first obstacle with ease! DC: 12 18 + 5 = 23 The second obstacle is no challenge! DC: 18 15 + 5 = 20 A smooth run for Florian! +3 points	Gregori Erkens iNPC Ginevra Tsuchiya Reducio The hero is prepared to prove themselves! DC: 6 15 + 6 = 21 They dodge the first smoothly and keep running! DC: 12 5 + 6 = 11 So close, but the second comes out of nowhere and Gregori trips! DC: 18 13 + 6 = 19 He gets his groove back and conquers the last obstacle! +2 points	Melody Westmoore iNPC Calypso Starling Reducio The trial begins, and Melody takes off running. DC: 6 19 + 7 = 26 The first is a piece of cake! DC: 12 5 + 7 = 12 Just barely, but she makes it! DC: 18 11 + 7 = 18 Melody once again cuts it close, but dominates all three obstacles! +3 points
Arjan Oberoi iNPC Serena Towers Reducio Are we sure he isn't a Greek god? DC: 6 5 + 15 = 20 Excellent dodge! The second obstacle appears! DC: 12 20 + 15 = 35 Arjan dodges and sprints on without even thinking! DC: 18 12 + 15 = 27 They are no match for him! +3 points	Andrew Lycan iNPC Rose Moon Reducio He goes in strong and confident to face the first obstacle! DC: 6 18 + 8 = 26 The first one is nothing! DC: 12 17 + 8 = 25 Woo! Successful dodge again! DC: 18 1 --> crit fail Ouch! He falls face first into the ground. +2 points	Anastasia Beckett Reducio Beauty can't deter obstacles. How will she do? DC: 6 4 + 5 = 9 She passes the first obstacle! DC: 12 16 + 5 = 21 Easy-peasy! The third obstacle appears! DC: 18 10 + 5 = 15 So close! Anastasia trips and falls over the third obstacle. +2 points
Santario Martin Reducio Santario launches forward. DC: 6 13 + 8 = 21 A smooth dodge from Santario! DC: 12 5 + 8 = 13 The next one comes naturally, and she dodges! DC: 18 3 + 8 = 11 Gah. The last one gets her, and she falls down. +2 points	Lydia Cooper Reducio She races into the trial and the first obstacle is waiting for her! DC: 6 19 + 5 = 24 Fantastic! It's easily avoided. DC: 12 16 + 5 = 21 Awesome flow as she dodges the second obstacle! DC: 18 19 + 5 = 24 A perfect run from Lydia! +3 points	Marshal Mozor Reducio Marshal begins to run! DC: 6 19 + 6 = 25 A great dodge over the first obstacle! DC: 12 11 + 6 = 17 He does it again! The third obstacle launches in his path! DC: 18 2 + 6 = 8 This one stops him, but he still has two points! +2 points
Rafael D'Spacito Reducio Can his worldwide handsome-ness scare the obstacles away? DC: 6 3 + 10 = 13 Looks like it! An excellent first dodge. DC: 12 4 + 10 = 14 Woohoo! He does it again! DC: 18 15 + 10 = 25 All three obstacles fall to the handsomeness of Rafael! +3 points	Lily Cawthi Reducio How will she do as she runs in? DC: 6 6 + 6 = 12 Woah! An amazing job from Lily! DC: 12 20 + 6 = 26 An impressive win over the second obstacle! DC: 18 20 + 6 = 26 Jeez! She completely conquers the trial and brings the pomegranate back! Awesome! +3 points	Starlee Kennedy Reducio Here she goes! DC: 6 6 + 4 = 10 What an amazing dodge! DC: 12 6 + 4 = 10 Oof, Starlee falls victim to the second obstacle. DC: 18 7 + 4 = 11 She couldn't find her balance, and the third gets her! +1 point
Serena Towers Reducio She dashes in, with luck on her side! DC: 6 17 + 10 = 27 She barely notices the first obstacle! DC: 12 12 + 10 = 22 The second is a piece of cake! DC: 18 10 + 10 = 20 And Serena beats all three obstacles with ease! +3 points	Everly Charlton Reducio The trial starts again, will she be a hero? DC: 6 12 + 6 = 18 Woo! The first one goes smoothly! DC: 12 4 + 6 = 10 The second obstacle poses a challenge that Everly can't beat. DC: 18 6 + 6 = 12 Ouch! Two falls in a row, what a shame. +1 points	Lucia Fox Reducio Will she be quick on her feet like a fox? DC: 6 16 + 6 = 22 Great reflexes! She dodges! DC: 12 14 + 6 = 20 An excellent start! Two obstacles down! DC: 18 16 + 6 = 22 A flawlessly smooth run! Well, what did we expect? +3 points
Ami Procoppio Reducio Isn't she... enthusiastic. DC: 6 20 + 7 = 27 With every right to be! A great first dodge! DC: 12 6 + 7 = 13 Close, but Ami makes it! DC: 18 8 + 7 = 15 She, in fact, is the one going down. +2 points	Rudolf Novikov Reducio Entering the trial at lightning speed! DC: 6 8 + 10 = 18 The first obstacle is successfully dodges! DC: 12 2 + 10 = 12 Another successful dodge! DC: 18 16 + 10 = 26 A perfect run! +3 points	Phaedra Stavrou Reducio Another hero tries to fetch the pomegranate. The first obstacle appears! DC: 6 12 + 7 = 19 Easily avoided by Phaedra! DC: 12 18 + 7 = 25 Woo, fantastic dodge! DC: 18 8 + 7 = 15 The final obstacle is too quick for her to dodge! +2 points

Eun-ji Lee Hunt

Reducio

She begins to run, seemingly ready!

DC: 6
15 + 6 = 21

Flawless! The second obstacle is ready for her!

DC: 12
20 + 6 = 26

It's no problem for Eun-ji!

DC: 18
14 + 6 = 20

And another smooth run to close off the event!
+3 points

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