8 Apr 2023, 08:51
Can You Take Flight?
Mentioning: @Marietta Griffis, @Argahlon Vexius
IC date: April 4, 2023|Tuesday, 9:30 AM
Dialogue: X
It was an unexpected gift from her parents, no, it was from her dad. She thought she’ll just be receiving a normal letter as usual after she sent her plans to stay at Hogwarts for Spring Break but nope, it came back with something that she wasn’t thinking of owning anytime soon. Her father apparently sent her a broom. She wasn’t planning on joining anything related to a broom, heck, her flying class was a struggle although she does admit that flying can be thrilling and after seeing and hearing things about broom racing, she won’t lie that joining that didn’t cross her mind. Perhaps there was a time she mentioned that to her letters to her parents. Maybe that’s why her father decided to buy one for her to use just in case she might need it in which she knows it’s not anytime soon.
Still, it’ll be a waste not to try it out so here she is, in the training pitch. She is dressed in a plain red shirt and black shorts as it is the holidays and they are not obligated to wear their uniforms all the time now. She also has her wand bag that her father had given her before. She is holding in her hand a broom, a model that she won’t even know if her father didn’t mention it in his letter. Comet 180 as what she can remember. When did he even buy it? Raizel shook her head and started walking towards an open area, taking a good look at her surroundings. Come to think of it, she usually doesn’t come here often, not like she has any reason to do so unless she was just wandering around aimlessly. There were a couple of students, practicing their own flying. While some had already gotten used to being in the air and zooming around, there were a couple who looked like they were still trying to figure out how to mount a broom properly.
Raizel did pay attention to her flying class. Not her favorite but not something she hates either. First attempt to command the broom to come up to her hand didn’t turn out well and she needed to retry that a couple of times before getting it. The flying part was even harder. Balancing on the broom was a struggle and she had always felt so shaky whenever she rides one in class. It was a miracle that she even got through that class of theirs. As soon as she found a spot that’s clear enough for her to practice on, Raizel looked over to her broom, checking it out first and running her finger on its polished wood. Looks brand new alright and feels like it as well. Looking up to the sky, it was still a bit early. Last time she checked the clock, it was around 9:25 AM. It was rather cloudy as well, rain might start falling later in the afternoon but then again, it might clear up and they’ll get a sunny Tuesday.
Her eyes were then back on the broom, recalling what her Flying Class had taught them. How does one mount a broom again? Raizel scratched her head with her free hand before trying to mount it. No unnecessary movements from what she could remember, maintaining her center of gravity all the time. Unnecessary thoughts should also be discarded when trying to fly for thinking about other things would certainly affect one's ability. Then again, that is hard to do for an amateur like her.
Oziel Toussaint | Miharu Goto
STA: 7| EVA: 12| STR: 3| WIS: 12| ARC: 10| ACC: 13
Perfectionist I | Fearless | Wandmaker | Terrible Presence
9 Apr 2023, 00:03
Can You Take Flight?
It was early Tuesday morning and Argahlon had time before his next class, so he decided to take a long stroll outside of the castle. The young boy spent a lot of his time down by the lake, so he wanted to explore some place that was unfamiliar to him. He started out in the courtyard and looked around for a short moment before the Quidditch Training Pitch entered his view. A large smile formed on his face, then the young redhead began to make his way towards the pitch. From where he was standing there was absolutely nobody in sight, but that did not mean there wasn’t anyone there.
After a long walk with the sun hiding behind the clouds, Argahlon finally made it to his destination. The Quidditch Training Pitch was massive and something the young boy was very impressed with. So much, he stopped before even entering to take in the amazing view of the arena. “Wow..T-this is amazing!” He said excitedly before continuing towards the tunnel that led out to the main field of the training area. It was a short walk through the tunnel, but Arg could see others within the pitch practicing and trying to mount their brooms.
Once the tunnel was behind him, Argahlon examined the training area and spotted people flying around with precise and sharp turns. It was amazing and had Arg on the heel of his feet in excitement. “I have been missing out this whole time!” He whispered, while scanning the field to see all who was out there. To his surprise he located Raizel, who seemed to be just mounting their broom. The young boy jogged around the arena and stood back several feet to keep his distance, and to make sure he didn’t disturb Raizel as they were trying to concentrate. He just leaned back and smiled, waiting to see what the fellow Gryffindor was up to.
@Marietta Griffis @Raizel Voltrouz
After a long walk with the sun hiding behind the clouds, Argahlon finally made it to his destination. The Quidditch Training Pitch was massive and something the young boy was very impressed with. So much, he stopped before even entering to take in the amazing view of the arena. “Wow..T-this is amazing!” He said excitedly before continuing towards the tunnel that led out to the main field of the training area. It was a short walk through the tunnel, but Arg could see others within the pitch practicing and trying to mount their brooms.
Once the tunnel was behind him, Argahlon examined the training area and spotted people flying around with precise and sharp turns. It was amazing and had Arg on the heel of his feet in excitement. “I have been missing out this whole time!” He whispered, while scanning the field to see all who was out there. To his surprise he located Raizel, who seemed to be just mounting their broom. The young boy jogged around the arena and stood back several feet to keep his distance, and to make sure he didn’t disturb Raizel as they were trying to concentrate. He just leaned back and smiled, waiting to see what the fellow Gryffindor was up to.
@Marietta Griffis @Raizel Voltrouz
9 Apr 2023, 05:21
Can You Take Flight?
Marietta wasn't a fan of spring break. Especially because it just reminded her how much being here was a betrayal of her mother. She immediately cupid shuffled that thought to the back of her brain. It was spring break! A time to hang out with friends. If you had any. Whispered a voice.
Marietta was beginning to wonder if Chamomile was a good idea for today. Though it also had mood boosting properties orange usually worked better for her. Fresh air also works better for you no look around take in the scenery couch potato! Thankfully that last part was more teasing then legitimate so she did immediately spotting the Quidditch training pitch where her flying lessons were held. She shuddered flying lessons...weren't her favorite, to say the least. Now though she would just watch people zip around. Which actually sounded like fun so she set off. When she arrived there were more people than she expected all zooming around on brooms. She followed them around with her eyes until she couldn't any more and began to grow dizzy.
Marietta then directed her gaze down suddenly nauseous she'd quickly find the wall just below the seat and take a seat her back against said wall. There were maybe three? Four? Students actually near the ground. She decided to watch what seemed like... a Gryffindor? Maybe a fellow Hufflepuff? it was hard to tell from this distance but it was definitely on of the warmer colors. As they got on their broom their unease easy to see from even this far away.
Marietta was beginning to wonder if Chamomile was a good idea for today. Though it also had mood boosting properties orange usually worked better for her. Fresh air also works better for you no look around take in the scenery couch potato! Thankfully that last part was more teasing then legitimate so she did immediately spotting the Quidditch training pitch where her flying lessons were held. She shuddered flying lessons...weren't her favorite, to say the least. Now though she would just watch people zip around. Which actually sounded like fun so she set off. When she arrived there were more people than she expected all zooming around on brooms. She followed them around with her eyes until she couldn't any more and began to grow dizzy.
Marietta then directed her gaze down suddenly nauseous she'd quickly find the wall just below the seat and take a seat her back against said wall. There were maybe three? Four? Students actually near the ground. She decided to watch what seemed like... a Gryffindor? Maybe a fellow Hufflepuff? it was hard to tell from this distance but it was definitely on of the warmer colors. As they got on their broom their unease easy to see from even this far away.
@Argahlon Vexius @Raizel Voltrouz
One step is all it takes to start moving. One mistake is all it takes to start falling. One pair of gloves is all it could take to turn a miserable life around. | Also playing Miryam Mbasssi
9 Apr 2023, 05:54
Can You Take Flight?
Interacting with: @Marietta Griffis, @Argahlon Vexius
IC date: April 4, 2023|Tuesday
Dialogue: X
The Gryffindor student was unaware of people watching her, her focus was on the broom that she just mounted, continuing to find the right position for her. A nervous grin appeared on her, her hands were getting a bit shaky. She had never felt this nervous before, aside from when she has to deal with a lot of strangers and huge gatherings. "You can do this…" Raizel uttered, keeping her hold on the broom as firm as possible, shaking her head to get her head in the game. She took a deep breath, clearing her mind, or at least, tried to. Once she felt a bit calmer than before, she kicked the ground to let herself take off.
The moment she did, she could feel herself losing her balance and she was just only 3 ft off of the ground. She tried to regain control, the broom shaking uncontrollably from all the excessive movements and after a while, Raizel felt herself sliding off of it on the left side. "Woah!" There was then a thud as she felt herself falling onto the grassy field below her, feeling the dampness of it due to the morning dew. "Owowow." She rubbed her back, feeling a slight pain from the impact. The fall wasn't bad but it did hurt a bit and she will probably feel that for a couple of minutes or so.
Oziel Toussaint | Miharu Goto
STA: 7| EVA: 12| STR: 3| WIS: 12| ARC: 10| ACC: 13
Perfectionist I | Fearless | Wandmaker | Terrible Presence
12 Apr 2023, 01:51
Can You Take Flight?
Argahlon leaned back against the wall and began to take in the view of each student whipping around the pitch on their brooms, while the wind swept across their joyful faces. He wasn’t used to seeing such elegance from the students, especially since they seemed to fly so well. “Wow, I never expected anything like this.” He spoke in a soft tone to where anyone nearby would not be able to hear. His eyes said it all as they lit up with such amazement when the students continued to practice flying around the pitch.
It didn’t take the redhead long to spot Raizel once more. This time, she was mounting the broom and preparing to take off. Arg smiled lightly before pushing off the wall and watching everything Rai did to prepare themselves. He remembers the flying lessons given to them, but it was nothing like the real thing. At least that is what Argahlon thought. There were times that he wanted to just hop on a broom and take off into the distance, so he could enjoy a long ride with the wind in his face.
Once Argahlon took a step forward and continued to keep his eyes on Raizel, the fellow Gryffindor pushed off the ground and began to levitate before taking off. Within a few short seconds of attempting to fly, Raizel bit the dust and crashed to the grass below. Lucky for her, she was only a few feet off the ground and didn’t get injured too badly. Arg let out a slight chuckle, then quickly made his way over to her, and made sure to watch out for other people flying. The last thing he wanted was to become roadkill in the middle of the training pitch.
As the young redhead closed the distance between himself and Raizel, he began to clap slowly and continued to walk until he was just a few feet away. “You’ve got some guts, that’s for sure! I probably wouldn’t even get the thing to pop up properly.” He admitted with a chuckle, before reaching out to help Raizel back to their feet. “You’re okay, right? No need to go to the nurse for some bruise paste?” He asked curiously, hoping that she was fine from the accident.
@Marietta Griffis @Raizel Voltrouz
It didn’t take the redhead long to spot Raizel once more. This time, she was mounting the broom and preparing to take off. Arg smiled lightly before pushing off the wall and watching everything Rai did to prepare themselves. He remembers the flying lessons given to them, but it was nothing like the real thing. At least that is what Argahlon thought. There were times that he wanted to just hop on a broom and take off into the distance, so he could enjoy a long ride with the wind in his face.
Once Argahlon took a step forward and continued to keep his eyes on Raizel, the fellow Gryffindor pushed off the ground and began to levitate before taking off. Within a few short seconds of attempting to fly, Raizel bit the dust and crashed to the grass below. Lucky for her, she was only a few feet off the ground and didn’t get injured too badly. Arg let out a slight chuckle, then quickly made his way over to her, and made sure to watch out for other people flying. The last thing he wanted was to become roadkill in the middle of the training pitch.
As the young redhead closed the distance between himself and Raizel, he began to clap slowly and continued to walk until he was just a few feet away. “You’ve got some guts, that’s for sure! I probably wouldn’t even get the thing to pop up properly.” He admitted with a chuckle, before reaching out to help Raizel back to their feet. “You’re okay, right? No need to go to the nurse for some bruise paste?” He asked curiously, hoping that she was fine from the accident.
@Marietta Griffis @Raizel Voltrouz
13 Apr 2023, 17:30
Can You Take Flight?
Marietta would watch as the student got off the ground began to fly. Marietta wanted to clap for her and shout yay you got off the ground! But the girl likely wouldn't hear her and just make Marietta seem like an idiot to any one watching. Sadly though the girl crashed moments later. Marietta would yelp, jumping up. Despite the shaking of the girl's broom she had expected her to crash so soon. A wave of nausea hit Marietta as punishment for getting up so fast she'd pause leaning against the wall to get her bearings then run over to the girl. By the time she got their a boy who seemed to be about her age with fiery red hair was already there congratulating her. Marietta took a moment and realized they were both Gryffindors, maybe they knew each other? Marietta stood between the choices of walking away awkwardly or awkwardly giving the same platitudes and some of the cookies in her bag. In the end staying won and she hoped that they didn't do that blank 'what the heck are you doing' stare that most people gave her when she arrived late to the scene.
"That was pretty cool! I'd be happy to assist you as well if you need to go to the nurses" Marietta would say trying not to wring her hands... and failing. She really did hope the girl was okay though.
@Raizel Voltrouz @Argahlon Vexius
"That was pretty cool! I'd be happy to assist you as well if you need to go to the nurses" Marietta would say trying not to wring her hands... and failing. She really did hope the girl was okay though.
@Raizel Voltrouz @Argahlon Vexius
One step is all it takes to start moving. One mistake is all it takes to start falling. One pair of gloves is all it could take to turn a miserable life around. | Also playing Miryam Mbasssi
13 Apr 2023, 23:08
Can You Take Flight?
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Raizel was slightly annoyed, glaring at the broom as if it was the one that was wrong when clearly it was her fault for not following the rules of flying. She had made a lot of excessive movements which isn't supposed to be something she should be doing while mounted. Her head wasn't clear enough and she lacked confidence. The Gryffindor stood up and she knew taking out her anger on the broom would be unfair for it when she should be more annoyed at herself. Well, mistakes happen. She wasn't expecting her first try to be successful. The sounds of incoming footsteps reached her ears and then the voice of a friend of hers. "Oh, Argahlon. Yo! What's up?" She greeted him before looking back at her broom, taking hold of it before watching the zooming flyers above them. It'll be a while before she could reach that level but small steps still matter.
She turned her head once again at Argahlon, letting out a soft chuckle. "I just received this broom really. Dad thought that I might need it at some point. I am not that good at flying but thought it'd be a waste to let this thing collect dust in a corner somewhere so here I am." Raizel was about to respond to him again when they were approached by another student and this time, someone unfamiliar. Her eyes were on the new girl, studying her features but she didn't stare for too long as she find that rude. "Oh, hello." She greeted with a friendly bright smile. "And no, I don't think so? Should I go to the hospital wing?" She asked, feeling for her back. The pain was there but it wasn't that bad and it was fading slowly anyway. "Nope, I am not hurt that bad but thanks for your concern anyway." The brunette paused for a while, looking between the two. "Are you here to practice too?" It was clear that none of them were carrying a broom but maybe they were planning on borrowing the school broom.
Oziel Toussaint | Miharu Goto
STA: 7| EVA: 12| STR: 3| WIS: 12| ARC: 10| ACC: 13
Perfectionist I | Fearless | Wandmaker | Terrible Presence
16 Apr 2023, 21:05
Can You Take Flight?
Argahlon couldn’t help but to smile at Raizel pushing through the pain to speak up with such excitement. “Well, I would say you, but that’s not the case.” He replied with a slight chuckle once more, while bending over to help Raiz back to their feet. That was when Raiz went on about how their father just got them the broom, which caused the young redhead to crunch his nose at the thought of what his father would do to him if he were in the same position. Just as Arg was about to respond to Raizel, there was another visitor coming to help make sure everything was fine.
This caused Argahlon to switch his attention to the newcomer with a smile growing on their face. It was a female that he had yet to meet, so he instantly reached out with his hand from instinct and continued to smile. “The name is Argahlon Vexius, first year Gryffindor and this here is Raizel Voltrouz, a good friend of mine and a first year Gryffindor as well. It’s nice to see others with a good heart.” He spoke in a firm tone before turning his attention back to Raizel, who wasn’t sure if they should go to the hospital wing to get checked on. The young redhead examined her for any noticeable injuries, but she seemed to be fine. “You might be sore tomorrow, but you seem like you can hop back on the broom and give it another go!”
When Raizel asked if Arg and Marietta were there to practice as well, he slightly shook his head in response. The other students continued to fly their brooms around the pitch with ease, while the three first years were still in the middle of a conversation. This was certainly not safe, so he spoke up to Marietta and Raizel. “I say we get away from the middle of the pitch and to a safer location until Raizel feels comfortable enough to try again. I don’t want anyone getting blasted by one of them!” He pointed towards the sky that had the students flying their brooms around in every which way.
@Marietta Griffis @Raizel Voltrouz
[Sorry for the wait, I have been hit with a lot of overtime at work so posting will be slow for the next couple of weeks. Don't hate meeee
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This caused Argahlon to switch his attention to the newcomer with a smile growing on their face. It was a female that he had yet to meet, so he instantly reached out with his hand from instinct and continued to smile. “The name is Argahlon Vexius, first year Gryffindor and this here is Raizel Voltrouz, a good friend of mine and a first year Gryffindor as well. It’s nice to see others with a good heart.” He spoke in a firm tone before turning his attention back to Raizel, who wasn’t sure if they should go to the hospital wing to get checked on. The young redhead examined her for any noticeable injuries, but she seemed to be fine. “You might be sore tomorrow, but you seem like you can hop back on the broom and give it another go!”
When Raizel asked if Arg and Marietta were there to practice as well, he slightly shook his head in response. The other students continued to fly their brooms around the pitch with ease, while the three first years were still in the middle of a conversation. This was certainly not safe, so he spoke up to Marietta and Raizel. “I say we get away from the middle of the pitch and to a safer location until Raizel feels comfortable enough to try again. I don’t want anyone getting blasted by one of them!” He pointed towards the sky that had the students flying their brooms around in every which way.
@Marietta Griffis @Raizel Voltrouz
[Sorry for the wait, I have been hit with a lot of overtime at work so posting will be slow for the next couple of weeks. Don't hate meeee
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3 May 2023, 06:03
Can You Take Flight?
Marietta would smile politely as the two talked. Rats, they do know each other now I'm out of place. Can't leave, no that'd be rude. "Oh no! I do pretty terrible in flight class...I think I'm going to work on getting off the ground without falling in class before I actually try flying outside of class." She'd giggle nervously which would quickly die off. She'd then clear her throat.
The red-head boy would stick out his hand and introduce himself as Argahlon. Marietta would take a deep breath, again catching that camomile scent, and then smile a real smile this time. "I'm Marietta, Marietta Griffis First year Hufflepuff. And thank you I never really though of it as having a 'good heart' more just...being courteous? That's something to think about though" she'd say as she took his hand and shook it a little more vigorously then others would but the normal amount for a Hufflepuff.
"And sounding like getting off the center of the pitch while we talk sounds like a great idea. Unless you'd like to keep practicing of course Raiz! I mean er Raizel sorry!" Marietta would shift her feet and give another awkward smile at the two its okay, its okay, you've probably done worse than this. Yeah...probably.
The red-head boy would stick out his hand and introduce himself as Argahlon. Marietta would take a deep breath, again catching that camomile scent, and then smile a real smile this time. "I'm Marietta, Marietta Griffis First year Hufflepuff. And thank you I never really though of it as having a 'good heart' more just...being courteous? That's something to think about though" she'd say as she took his hand and shook it a little more vigorously then others would but the normal amount for a Hufflepuff.
"And sounding like getting off the center of the pitch while we talk sounds like a great idea. Unless you'd like to keep practicing of course Raiz! I mean er Raizel sorry!" Marietta would shift her feet and give another awkward smile at the two its okay, its okay, you've probably done worse than this. Yeah...probably.
Interacting with:@Raizel Voltrouz @Argahlon Vexius
One step is all it takes to start moving. One mistake is all it takes to start falling. One pair of gloves is all it could take to turn a miserable life around. | Also playing Miryam Mbasssi
3 May 2023, 07:07
Can You Take Flight?
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“I’ll probably feel it later on to be honest. I’d be surprised if it’ll take until tomorrow before I feel the soreness.” Raizel said to her red haired friend, giving her back another rub with a wincing look on her face. She could already feel the pain just by light contact and now that Argahlon mentioned that, the soreness started coming back. Yup, it’s settling in but still, nothing serious for now. She accepted Argahlon’s help in getting back up, dusting herself while letting the boy introduce themselves to the girl who came forward to offer her assistance just in case.
Raizel let out a chuckle when Marietta told them about being bad at flying. In a way, she understands that. She too is bad at flying. This is the only time she’s practicing and that’s just because she received an unexpected gift from her father. If it wasn’t for this broom, she wouldn’t even bother practicing outside of flying class. “You could actually be good at it if you try it at least once.” she told Marietta with a smile before nodding. “And yeah, let’s go to the sides for now, I need to let myself recover before continuing.” As she walks towards the side, she gazes back to Marietta as she calls her by a nickname and notices that awkward smile on her face but she just grinned at that. “Rai, Raiz, whichever you prefer, I don’t mind.” She assured her, not minding it at all.
Oziel Toussaint | Miharu Goto
STA: 7| EVA: 12| STR: 3| WIS: 12| ARC: 10| ACC: 13
Perfectionist I | Fearless | Wandmaker | Terrible Presence