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Speech Given at Light Gathering



You say, "I would like to introduce myself briefly, my name is Maharyta, and
     I now PROUDLY serve the Goddess Herastia. I don't know many of you at
     all, something I would like to change, and I don't know much about the
     state of things in this area, other than recent tales I have heard, and
     what Frobozz has said."
> > Merika looks at you.
-> Smiling, Maharyta coughs quietly into her hand, clearing her throat
     before continuing. "I don't really have a solid speech prepared, but I
     would be indebted to you all if you would permit me to babble a bit."
> > Drasoini listens to you intently.
-> With a bit of a perplexed look upon her face, Maharyta says, "My friends,
     we stand here together faced with a dark cloud across the Realm. Our
     very homes have been soiled by this inky, vile plague. In recent years,
     a devastating war has brought chaos and confusion to our very
     doorsteps. We've seen mighty members of our community fall, clans torn
     asunder, and we are now suffering under a disgustingly smug, dominant
     veil of darkness."
> > Frobozz whispers something to Dornel.
You say, "Together we can easily stand against this menace. The light within
     our souls is strong, and will permit us to overcome. Together we can
     overcome anything. Our greatest asset as a community is our
     cooperation. This shall be the weapon we use to bring the realm back
     into the light. Lead by example, not by death and carnage and the
     citizens of these great kingdoms will once again bask in the light."
> > -> Maharyta unfurls her brow, shoulders slumping as she appears to calm a   
   bit. Her voice is softer now as she speaks. "Many have asked me why I've not
   presented sermons to further to word of the Mother, and to be honest, I
   don't care much for sermons. We all know the scriptures, there is no need
   for me to stand up here and reiterate them. I prefer events, personally. I
   would rather inspire you all by my actions, my love and my devotion."
> > -> "So, my friends, that is why I speak to you of action. But enough of that
     for now." Maharyta laughs lightly as she says, "Alright, I'll speak a
     bit of the tenants of Mother Herastia, perhaps a bit indirectly."
> > -> Lacing her fingers together, Maharyta says with a warm smile, "Home."
> > You say, "Home is where we feel safe and secure. Where we can relax and
     extend hospitality to our family and friends, gathering about the
     hearth. For those of you that have homes, Shani is available for home
     blessings in the name of the Mother."
> > You say, "For those of you that do not have a home, mine is always open to
     you. It's not fancy, doesn't contain anything magically entrancing, nor
     does it boast a pool or jacuzzi. If you wish somewhere to rest
     peacefully however, it is always open to you, at Palisades 70 in
     Thrace."
> > You say, "It is also available for any event, party or gathering any of you
     need somewhere to host. And considering the decor in my house is never
     permanent, any room or number of rooms can be decorated to your
     specifications for your event. All you need do is mail me a few
     details, and I shall see it done."
> > -> "Invention." Maharyta giggles a bit before continuing, "An interest of
     mine, forced upon me in a way by my father."
> > Mecil . o O ( hmmm... )
-> "In addition to being a gem miner and craftsman," Maharyta says, lightly
     tapping the ametrine upon her brow, "he was quite an accomplished
     archeologist."
> > You say, "Technology refers to the way in which we use invention to satisfy
     certain needs - the basics being food, clothing and shelter. 
     Throughout history, we have invented tools, machines, techniques and
     materials to make our lives easier, more comfortable.  It is through
     invention, that we change the world to satisfy our needs.""
> > -> Maharyta continues, speaking faster and faster. "The oldest tools ever   
   found come from an excavation point at the base of the Dragonspine Mountains
   - the ancient Dwarven settlement of Horgard.  Sharp, jagged-edged rocks were
   unearthed.  Used for cutting, scraping and chopping, they were made by
   flaking and then polishing hard, fine-grained stones such as sandstone and
   obsidian."
> > You say, "And to the west, in Thrace, in the Nyrobi forest is yet another
     archeological site - Chaih, an old Human colonization.  Here we find
     evidence of the first farming advances, such as . . ."
> > -> Maharyta glances out into the crowd, blushing furiously as she realizes
   she's gone off on a tangent.
> > -> Rubbing her temple, Maharyta sighs. "Seems I also bear my father's knack
     for getting off track and not recalling what particular direction I was
     headed in."
> > -> Maharyta mumbles to herself, "Invention . . technology . . .  - Oh!"
> > Frobozz chuckles softly
Merika smiles
-> Giving a snap of discovery, Maharyta continues.
> > You say, "Invention is not limited only to things such as tools - we can
     apply the term to ourselves as such:   DISCOVER yourself, and your
     fellow paragons.  As I said before, it is in our knowledge of each
     other, and our devotion to one another that we will find the strength
     to prevail."
> > You say, "CONCEIVE ways to bring glory, worshippers, and tithes to your
     deity, or to the way of the light in general."
> > Ord smiles
Dornel hmms
You say, "FORMULATE a plan for your future; set goals for yourself and
     strive to reach them."
> > -> Smiling honestly and scanning the crowd with her eyes, Maharyta says
     soothingly, "It is through unity, devotion, and dedication that we will
     find our way, my friends. And I pledge myself, my strength, and all
     that I am to each and every one of you."
> > You say, "Now, just one more thing, and I will cease my ramblings. I would
     be greatly honored if you all would join me in this prayer by repeating
     the line, "I am a Light Being" after each line."
> > -> Maharyta raises her arms slightly, palms to the sky as she bows her head  
   in reverence.  With a gentle yet strong voice, she begins to pray. "I
   release all of my past negatives, fears, greed, deceitfulness, and
   malevolent desires to the Light.
> > -> Maharyta pauses, waiting for the crowd to answer.
> > Frobozz says, "I am a Light Being"
Ord says, "I am a Light Being"
Mecil says, "I am a light being!"
Lexia says, "I am a Light Being!"
Benepas says, "I am a Light Being"
Oaklee says, "I am a Light Being"
Drasoini says, "I am a Light Being"
Tylden says, "I am a Light Being."
You say, "I radiate the Light from my within my soul throughout my being,"
> > You say, "I radiate the Light from within my soul and resolve to shine that
     light upon others"
> > -> Maharyta pauses, waiting for the crowd to answer..
> > Frobozz says, "I am a Light Being"
Lexia says, "I am a Light Being"
Mecil says, "I am a Light Being!"
Oaklee says, "I am a Light Being"
Ord says, "I am a Light Being"
Merika says, "I am a Light Being"
Drasoini says, "I am a Light Being"
Benepas says, "I am a Light Being"
Tylden says, "I am a Light Being."
You say, "I am a ray of Light; only Light can come to me and only Light can
     be here, within me and about me."
> > You nod
> > Ord says, "I am a Light Being"
Mecil says, "I am a Light Being!"
Lexia says, "I am a Light Being"
Frobozz says, "I am a Light Being"
Drasoini says, "I am a Light Being"
Oaklee says, "I am a Light Being"
Benepas says, "I am a Light Being"
Merika says, "I am a Light Being"
-> Lowering her hands and raising her eyes to the sky, Maharyta finishes the
     prayer. "I thank you Lady Erosia, Lady Herastia, Lord Vishnu, and Lady
     Vivoria. I thank you for your Presence, for this life, and for your
     Light."
> > -> Maharyta smiles at you all warmly as she says, "And I thank all of you.  
   For your time, your attention, and most of all, for what you are. Thank
   you."
> > Ord smiles
Frobozz smiles
Frobozz touches your forehead, bestowing the blessings of Vivoria.
You bow
> > Lexia smiles at you happily.
-> Dornel falls to his knees and yells. "I am a Light Being!"
Drasoini smiles at you happily.
You beam at Dornel brightly.
-> Benepas claps for you