Post by Lady Ashina Mal'orhe Kansior on Mar 27, 2004 11:42:46 GMT -5
Concentrating upon the metal that now rested in her palm, she cleared her mind of all thoughts except those that would take her upon her journey. Emerald orbs slowly became glazed and of her will was taken from her immediately as the shadows descended upon her soul. Slowly, her body rose from the floor, slipper covered toes barely touching the floor as her body was lifted. Her arms fell to her sides, slack and useless, the medallion floating beside her. Slowly, her body continued to move until it was parallel with the floor, raven tresses dangling behind her, the mass of vibrant color immediately becoming dank and dull as if the body had died and began to age rapidly.
Fine lines popped up all over her face, and momentarily she appeared to have aged a good fourty years. The once midnight tresses were now sprinkled with grey, the fine lines even more apparent as the skin around her eyes began to sag. Where there were once only firm muscles and smooth skin now became the frail body of an old woman. The lips, once so smooth and full, became cracked as if she had suffered a great thirst and as the lids were slowly raised, one could see that the vibrant green of her orbs had turned to a light blue that marked blindness as it manifested itself.
Suddenly, the lips parted, and decayed and rotted teeth were observed before a light shot forth, enveloping the body. The entire room was so filled with this light that there was no possability that the body could be seen. As it dimmed, however, one could see the simple form of a woman as it was slowly lowered to the floor. One minute and then another passed before the amulet itself began to glow an eerie bluish silver color.
Now the fun began. Slowly, the body was lowered to the floor on it's back, an empty shell now that the entire soul had been sent within the amulet. It was nothing more than a skeleton with a woman's fine dress, and as a chill wind began to blow within the room, small particles of bone that had turned to dust were blown away. Now, the amulet, glowing still, moved to float above the decayed body of Ashina. Carefully, it lowered itself to rest just above where her heart should be, and then the sound of a beating heart was heard. Momentarily, the effect on the bones began to reverse. The dust returned to it's place of residence, then the marrow undried and the structure realigned itself correctly, the head no longer seperated from the neck at an odd angle.
Organs were retransformed, each one seeming to appear as if by magic. The heart began to pump, the brain was reborn within the confines of the skull, the uterus and ovaries were returned to their respective places, the womb came to life and then the veins snaked through the bones and connected to the organs like so many wires. As the heart continued it's rhythmic pumping, a silver liquid shot through the veins, and as the vocal box was formed, a scream of pain and desperation was torn from it.
Slowly, skin began to form over the bones and organ, hiding them from view. The first layer was gruesome and ugly, and in this state, Ashina was very vulnerable. Coherent thought finally succeeded in making itself known within the confines of her mind and a protective shell of pink light was formed around the body that was attempting to renew itself. She shivered violently, aware now of the chill in the room as nerve endings were formed and came to life. Orbs of emerald were soon covered by protective lids, and the skin continued to creep it's way over her body, slowly protecting her from the elements.
Finally, the body lay there, completely formed and yet, bald. Eyelashes formed first, and then raven brows slowly reasserted themselves upon her forehead. Raven locks once again began to form upon her scalp. At first, they were just small spikes, as if she had shaved her head, and then slowly, they grew longer. Shoulder length, midback, and finally to her waist.
As if none of this had occurred, the pinkish light withdrew into the confines of the awaiting amulet, and then the said necklace fell to the floor to rest beside Ashina. The room was quiet now, the labored breathing of Ashina the only disturbance.
Slowly, she opened her eyes to look around her. There was a brilliance in life after death that she had experienced before and perhaps would again. For the time being, her new eyes looked at every speckle of dust with new wonder and excitement. Carefully, she placed her right palm against the cold stone of the floor and used the new muscle to push herself upwards. A slight smile, a few bumbling attempts, and then she was on her feet. Without hesitation, she gripped the cabinet beside her and held on for dear life and she leaned forward to pick up the amulet.
It was done....
Using her mind, she called for the priestess Serimorsha. "Come to me quickly. The process is complete but I need your assistance to return to my room for rest."
Following orders, Serimorsha arrived soon after, helping the weakened woman to her room. Slowly and carefully, she helped Ashina undress and then slipped her nightgown over her head. A slight smile, a gentle kiss upon the cheek of her Lady, and then Serimorsha left the room as Ashina slept and dreamt of the dead.
(Finished for now)
When
Fine lines popped up all over her face, and momentarily she appeared to have aged a good fourty years. The once midnight tresses were now sprinkled with grey, the fine lines even more apparent as the skin around her eyes began to sag. Where there were once only firm muscles and smooth skin now became the frail body of an old woman. The lips, once so smooth and full, became cracked as if she had suffered a great thirst and as the lids were slowly raised, one could see that the vibrant green of her orbs had turned to a light blue that marked blindness as it manifested itself.
Suddenly, the lips parted, and decayed and rotted teeth were observed before a light shot forth, enveloping the body. The entire room was so filled with this light that there was no possability that the body could be seen. As it dimmed, however, one could see the simple form of a woman as it was slowly lowered to the floor. One minute and then another passed before the amulet itself began to glow an eerie bluish silver color.
Now the fun began. Slowly, the body was lowered to the floor on it's back, an empty shell now that the entire soul had been sent within the amulet. It was nothing more than a skeleton with a woman's fine dress, and as a chill wind began to blow within the room, small particles of bone that had turned to dust were blown away. Now, the amulet, glowing still, moved to float above the decayed body of Ashina. Carefully, it lowered itself to rest just above where her heart should be, and then the sound of a beating heart was heard. Momentarily, the effect on the bones began to reverse. The dust returned to it's place of residence, then the marrow undried and the structure realigned itself correctly, the head no longer seperated from the neck at an odd angle.
Organs were retransformed, each one seeming to appear as if by magic. The heart began to pump, the brain was reborn within the confines of the skull, the uterus and ovaries were returned to their respective places, the womb came to life and then the veins snaked through the bones and connected to the organs like so many wires. As the heart continued it's rhythmic pumping, a silver liquid shot through the veins, and as the vocal box was formed, a scream of pain and desperation was torn from it.
Slowly, skin began to form over the bones and organ, hiding them from view. The first layer was gruesome and ugly, and in this state, Ashina was very vulnerable. Coherent thought finally succeeded in making itself known within the confines of her mind and a protective shell of pink light was formed around the body that was attempting to renew itself. She shivered violently, aware now of the chill in the room as nerve endings were formed and came to life. Orbs of emerald were soon covered by protective lids, and the skin continued to creep it's way over her body, slowly protecting her from the elements.
Finally, the body lay there, completely formed and yet, bald. Eyelashes formed first, and then raven brows slowly reasserted themselves upon her forehead. Raven locks once again began to form upon her scalp. At first, they were just small spikes, as if she had shaved her head, and then slowly, they grew longer. Shoulder length, midback, and finally to her waist.
As if none of this had occurred, the pinkish light withdrew into the confines of the awaiting amulet, and then the said necklace fell to the floor to rest beside Ashina. The room was quiet now, the labored breathing of Ashina the only disturbance.
Slowly, she opened her eyes to look around her. There was a brilliance in life after death that she had experienced before and perhaps would again. For the time being, her new eyes looked at every speckle of dust with new wonder and excitement. Carefully, she placed her right palm against the cold stone of the floor and used the new muscle to push herself upwards. A slight smile, a few bumbling attempts, and then she was on her feet. Without hesitation, she gripped the cabinet beside her and held on for dear life and she leaned forward to pick up the amulet.
It was done....
Using her mind, she called for the priestess Serimorsha. "Come to me quickly. The process is complete but I need your assistance to return to my room for rest."
Following orders, Serimorsha arrived soon after, helping the weakened woman to her room. Slowly and carefully, she helped Ashina undress and then slipped her nightgown over her head. A slight smile, a gentle kiss upon the cheek of her Lady, and then Serimorsha left the room as Ashina slept and dreamt of the dead.
(Finished for now)
When
