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Post by Crystal M. V. Rosepaw on Feb 17, 2009 21:38:22 GMT -5
The pair of foxes politely clapped for each beast, the vixen grinning widely at all names but Raiden's to which her face grew a bight taunt. After a brief second, she was clapping and smiling again for him, not letting it show that it was strained. Only her hesitation was the clue. Rikian didn't even give that much, he had went on clapping, not even showing his displeasure. Neither fox had good dealings with him. As those drew to a close, a new group bubbled forth from the old hare's mouth as he dismissed the group.
"Now, for the promotions. Please step on the stage if your name is called. Shard Prime, Raiden Silversword, Crystal Rosepaw, Scratchfur, and Brisk."
The vixen tilted her head a bit. Promotion? Was he just officially saying she was now Lt. Rosepaw? A bit against her will as it was, she was forced to take it on with all grace. She just resented that he'd said her name right after Raiden's.
The vixen rose easily, the drew falling into place. Her bad leg was harshly drawn today, the bone hidden by hardly any flesh or fur sticking out oddly. She walked easily up, though, a tiny spring in her left leg, her rough boots placed soundlessly on the floor. Like a white ghost, she made her way up the few steps to the rough stage, and placed herself in line in front of Rinafera. She snapped to attention in a forced kind of ease, feet at an exact 45 degree angle. She made a quick, jerky salute, crossing her heart in fast motions with and x with her right paw, and then saluting by placing her index and middle 'finger' to her forehead. Fear glistened in her eyes.
A position of leadership. Was she ready?
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ooc;; You want Riki to come up to, since he;'s gonna be Captain of the ship? ;P
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Post by Shard Prime on Feb 18, 2009 7:17:02 GMT -5
Shard stepped forward as his name was called, smiling as the Silver Star was pinned to his uniform. He stepped back and nodded his thanks as Rina moved on the next award, and the next, smiling still for his comrades; they all deserved it.
Upon being dismissed he walked off the stage the way he came, hoping that he didn't look too proud. As soon as he turned to sit back down, his name was called again; he awkwardly stumbled up from the half-sitting position, stifling a laugh at himself as he nearly tripped, and walked back up again, regaining his composure on the way and hoping nobeast noticed his blunder.
His thoughts as he stood smartly to attention in his position onstage were mixed; he mostly wondered if he really deserved a promotion. A part of him said "Sort of..." but another said "Not really..." He did his best to push all thoughts aside, and focused on the ceremony; it should be enjoyed and appreciated, and he intended to do both, whether or not he deserved it.
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Post by aeroflyte on Feb 18, 2009 9:00:09 GMT -5
Teylan clapped politely with the rest of them, only clapping more for Shard, but sighed under his breath as his name wasn't called yet another time. Of course, why should it? He really hadn't done anything for the Guardians, other than serving as a regular foot soldier, and he really didn't have any special skills... Nevertheless, he fought down a lump of bitter resentment, clenching and unclenching his paws, over and over again. This, apparently, had a calming effect on him, because his breathing slowed and he relaxed slightly. By the fur! he scolded himself silently. These are your friends, Teylan! He sighed, hating himself for how he felt, and looked up. Well, at least they were finally getting some recognition... He sighed again and resigned himself just to watch. Someone started clapping again, and he dutifully joined.
OOC: Sorry for the lack of posts. I've been having some computer problems...
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Post by Rinafera Woxwitty III on Feb 18, 2009 11:31:41 GMT -5
OOC: Yes, Crystal. My bad. Riki should be up there, too. ^^" I'll post once Raiden does, as Scratchfur is out o' town.
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Post by Raiden and Zahi on Feb 18, 2009 16:11:55 GMT -5
Lazily, Raiden stood at attention while he was awarded his medal. Sure, he was exceptionally skilled with swords... But really, was that such a big deal? He was trained as a warrior and a sword master from a young age, so really he had little to do other than use it in a military application.
Back in the day... Wouldn't I have been happy to have received this award? Was I that battle-hungry before, that I'd go dive into danger just to experience battle?
Lost in his thoughts for a moment, he was about to leave the stage, when Rina called his name out again. Turning on his heel, the mouse walked back to where he had been standing, the same distant look present on his features as before.
Promotion huh? Where'll I end up? Not that I really care... I'll fight the same as ever, as will I live my life my way...
Keeping those thoughts to himself as ever, the field mouse stood at a slightly smarter and military from of attention. His standing was quite far from the lazy pose he had been in moments before, like something inside of him decided to make the most of his appearence and smarten up his pose.
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Post by Rinafera Woxwitty III on Feb 18, 2009 17:05:10 GMT -5
"We will begin with the higher officers and move downward." Rinafera nods and beckons Shard to step forward. "Major Shard Prime, please step forward. On behalf of the Guardians, I hereby promote you to the rank of Colonel. Congratulaions." Rinafera removes the pin -- the symbol of Major -- from his pins and places the Colonel symbol on.
"Captain Raiden Silversword, please step forward. On behalf of the Guardians, I hereby promote you to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Congratulaions." Rinafera removes the pin -- the symbol of Captain -- from his pins and places the Lt. Colonel symbol on.
"Lieutenant Crystal Rosepaw, please step forward. On behalf of the Guardians, I hereby promote you to the rank of Major. Congratulaions." Rinafera removes the pin -- the symbol of Lieutenant -- from his pins and places the Major symbol on.
"Scratchfur, please step forward. On behalf of the Guardians, I hereby promote you to the rank of Commodore, which is equivalent to the rank of Captain. Congratulaions." Rinafera pins on the new Commodore pin to his uniform and continues.
"Brisk, please step forward. On behalf of the Guardians, I hereby promote you to the rank of Lieutenant. Congratulaions."
"Rikian, please step forward. On behalf of the Guardians, I hereby promote you to the rank of Captain of the Sojourner, which is equivalent to the rank of Lieutenant. Congratulaions." Rinafera pins on the new Captain pin to his uniform and stops. "This now concludes the Promotions and Awards Ceremony for the Guardians of Mossflower. Return in an hour for the feast." He adds the last part in with a little wink; when a Fort is based on working hard and fighting vermin, a rare feast is always very appreciated.
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Post by Cassie Shayde on Feb 18, 2009 17:07:56 GMT -5
ooc; You forgot Riki. Again! xD
Edit it in if you want him to be captain. xD *Snicker.*
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Post by Rinafera Woxwitty III on Feb 18, 2009 17:10:48 GMT -5
OOC: Done. ;] Sorry, Crys.
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Post by Cassie Shayde on Feb 18, 2009 17:12:02 GMT -5
ooc;; Alrighty. We can just pretend he was there the whole time. xD
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Post by Songwind and Brawn Oakbrush. on Feb 18, 2009 20:07:24 GMT -5
**Song arrived just in time to see the first set of awards. Her friends were up there! Breathless from running all the way there, she collapsed in a chair, and started to clap and smile madly. She was such a fool, but an amused one. The pretty squirrel hoped no one would notice her lateness...She hadn't been that late had she? Oh wait....maybe she had, as most of the beasts receiving awards had already stepped down from the stage as she sat. Better late than never though.
She continued to clap as the promotions were doled out. soon they would be over, and she could go back to her task of the day....sorting out her bag of healing ointments, herbs, and bandages. Oh joy. Please let this go on as long as beastly possible.**
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Post by Jack Southgris on Feb 18, 2009 23:49:23 GMT -5
Jack wandered by the assembly, scolding himself for being so misinformed. He entered the Hall, took a seat, and like others before him, hoped no one had noticed his lateness. His eyes settled on a downcast Teylan. "Wonder what's got into him?" Jack muttered to himself.
OOC: Ahem... sorry for the short post.
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Post by Shard Prime on Feb 20, 2009 16:00:32 GMT -5
OOC: Forgive me for my tardiness. Should we keep posting, or is it pretty much over? =P
EDIT: I'll post anyway. >_>
Shard stepped forward as he was instructed. He felt proud that he had been chosen to be promoted to such a high rank, but he tried not to let it show. He simply stood at attention with the ghost of a smile about his face, and stepped back when the rank of Colonel was pinned onto his uniform. He gave a quick "Thank you sah," and waited for the other officers to receive their promotions.
"This now concludes the Promotions and Awards Ceremony for the Guardians of Mossflower. Return in an hour for the feast."
Shard smiled and respectfully saluted the old hare before walking offstage. "Yes sah!"
His only thoughts on the way off the stage were "Wow, that was too many 'sahs' for one day."
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Post by Scratchfur on Feb 21, 2009 23:50:14 GMT -5
OOC: Apologies for the lateness of this. I was gone, and then had some wisdom teeth removed. But I'm back.
BIC: *Having come in a little bit late, the sea rat was a little dissapointed that he missed the very beginning of the ceremonies. It wasn't like him to actually be late to a function, but his duties had called him into action a little over the time he had hoped they would. Nevertheless, making his way into the filled mess hall, the rat decided to take a seat near the back to ensure he would not interrupt anything that was in progress.
It was just as he took his seat that Commander 'Rina began calling up the first of the beasts to receive their awards, as well as respect of their peers. As they made their way up to the stage, the sea rat grinned a small bit, happy that these beasts were receiving some recognition of their deeds well done for the Guardians. Trying to listen intently as Commander 'Rina bestowed the awards unto each of the lucky beasts, the rat couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss. And the problem of not being able to put a paw on it was even more puzzling. However, not wanting to let anything spoil the ceremonies, the rat put these thoughts to the back of his mind, and clapped with those around him.
It was at this point that 'Rina finished with the first group of Guardians and called up the next group for promotions. Upon hearing his name being called, it took a few seconds for Scratchfur to actually understand that he was being asked to step forward. As if walking out of a trance, the rat got up from his chair and made his way towards the stage. Reaching the stage, he stood by the others receiving their promotions.
When Commander 'Rina called him specifically to step up for his promotion, Scratchfur took as confident of a stride as possible towards the War Commander. Trying not to let his giddiness get the best of him, Scratchfur kept a solemn face as 'Rina bestowed the rank of Commodore upon him. Once done, Scratchfur threw a proper salute to the War Commander and followed his fellow officers off stage into the crowd.*
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Post by Raiden and Zahi on Feb 23, 2009 18:36:38 GMT -5
Raiden had stood at smart attention while he had been promoted several ranks... He felt elated, like anyone would be in that situation... He had just been advanced several ranks up to his new standing, anyone would feel the same. After Rinafera had finished, but before he walked off the stage, Raiden tapped him on the shoulder and whispered something in his ear.
"Sir, with all due respect, I would like for my middle and last names to be stricken from the records. I'm trying to distance myself from the darker parts of my past, and my last name is one of the ties I've been trying to cut."
That said, he saluted again and took several steps off the stage. With left paw loosely griping the basket hilt of the sword at his hip, his right still holding his coat, the mouse was back to his bohemian-esque new attitude.
So high in the rankings huh? Well, just means I'm gonna show these new-bloods that I'm not about to to go soft... but I'm not going to act like the commanding officer from their worst nightmares either...
Caring little for the notion of a feast, but knowing he had to show, he headed back towards his quarters to change.
OOC: Sorry it's belated. been busy, tired, etc... And then I had work over the weekend.
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