A few hours ago I was sent the finalists for the Gordon Edgley Book Review competition, where people had to review books that they (or anyone else) had never actually read. These reviews were BRILLIANT. We got some of the best, most imaginative responses back, and it was not easy picking winners.
But picking winners is what I had to do, and so the winners are Patricia Snake, Sophie Carter, Ella Corkum and Katie Roberts-Malpass.
Huge congratulations to the winners, and a huge congratulations to EVERYONE who entered. You have kept me entertained...!
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(Wait Rose, what time tomorrow morning.)
Tomorrow morning your time? That's tonight my time. Okay!
Snow used 'lie'
It wasn't very effective.
Nuhu snow and star est plus awesome.
I don't know the specific times, but Loki/Zaf's night which means my morning...
Okay Loki/Zaf night...say 8 o'clock for her then...
Dayyyyymn that's like 1 in the morning for me...
(So do I set my alarm for 5am, 6am? I just need a rough idea so I can drag my lazy ass out of bed.)
hey all.
Hey Em.
(Hey Emerald.)
Hey Em
I have no idea, guys...
(That's ok, I will get up at 5:00am. Unless you think that's not early enough...in which case I will get up at like 4:00am.)
(AHH SHOOT!)
(Might have to make a Sil2 for the wedding...Sil is in Phaestra's relm...)
(Nah Sil, we'll break you at before then.)
*out
I'll be up at 4, I usually am to be on here. It hurts, Rave. Don't push yourself.
(@Raven HOW do you plan to do that may I ask?)
(*high fives Deathy* *hums here comes the bride*)
(Sleep? Where we're going we don't need sleep.
Except for maybe tonight, because I plan to stay up for the whole theatre of shadows event, which means little sleep tomorrow and ugh things to do on Sunday
Brain: You're being ridiculous.
Me: Shut the hell up. Ok?
I will get up at 4, maybe 4:30 but that is the latest I will wake up.
To do List
1. Pick a song to wake up to
2. Sleep, because you're not going to get anymore
3. Attend Rose's wedding
4. Theatre of shadows and AFL grand final
5. Sleep
Goodnight Guys!)
(*Pokes Sil's nose*
Don't hum... I'm nervous...)
Goodnight Raven!! <3
(Oh well Sil, there's this thing, called genius, and it's something a lot of your fellow Bloglandians have and so I'm just going to let genius defy pure logic and break you out. Simple as that.)
(Actually going to go now.)
*Roland sat in Casha's room and watched as she slept. She still looked so frail and exhausted but Ariana was able to heal up most of her injuries so she didn't look as bad.
He hoped that Ariana's healing had helped the baby as well but he wasn't sure. Ariana only talked to Rose.
He had gotten rid of Lorcan's body when Casha fell asleep. He flew into a clearing far off into the woods and set the corpse on fire. He was sad in some way but only because of the family he would never get to experience.
He smiled again as he thought about the baby. At least Ariana wouldn't be alone any more, she would be a great big sister. Yes she had Marrok and they would always be friends but to have a sibling would be better for her.
He stood and went out of the room. He then went into the bathroom to wash his face and do his teeth.*
(Bye Raven!)
(*grins at Deathy* don't be. Everything will be fine!)
(*starts plotting ways for Sil to escape Phaestra's relm*)
*She was sprawled out on the bed, frowning as she realised that Roland was gone. She grasped the sheets where Roland slept and groaned as she got up. She knew where he was, looking over Casha, but part of her wanted to be greedy and steal him away.
She got up slowly and changed into a pair of track pants instead of her trademark grey jeans. She made her way into Ariana's room and looked over her, smiling softly*
Hey kiddo... Big sis, huh? How cool. I always wanted a little sibling. Probably would have got one too if my mum didn't die... And my dad... And my step-dad... But you? You're going to be great.
(Sil... I can be nervous if I want...)
(Okay then...good luck!)
(*Silently dies*)
(*resurrects rose*)
*Roland finished up and came in behind Rose. He snaked his arms around her waist and hugged her tightly. He kissed her shoulder. He smiled as he looked down at the sleeping Ariana.*
Roland: Do you ever think she is lonely? I know she has Marrok but...
How are you my love? How do you feel today?
(*Dies again*)
*She winced as she felt Roland's arms touch her stomach, but she hid it, settling happily into his embrace. Her face flushed when she felt his lips press against her shoulder*
I do reckon she's get lonely... I'm happy she's going to be a big sister, now... I'm a little worried about what the new one will be able to do, but we'll just have to wait.
I'm okay, I guess. Where she shot me is still having a little trouble healing... It hurts... But I'm fine, otherwise... How are you?
(*resurrects her again*)
(Nuuu.. Me dead...
*Dies again*)
(Hello.)
*He took his arms away from her stomach when she mentioned her wound and just wrapped his arms around her shoulders instead, he continued to kiss her shoulders.*
Roland: I am alright. Thankful that you are all still with me.
It is a shame that she has to wait for her bit of company but she will be a great older sister.
And I am glad that you are doing okay. You really had me worried.
Want to get some food?
(Hey Soph.)
(*ressurects Deathy once more* no. You live!)
*curled up in a tight ball*
(Hello, Silente. How are you?)
Phaestra: *body appears in a flash of light beside Silente* Have you reconsidered my offer?
*She turned in his arms and smiled up at him. She started to nuzzle his chest while her fingers trailed along his sides*
It's not that long... A few more months... That's all...
You were worried about me? Aw, that's sweet, but I'm fine. A little bullet wound to the stomach is nothing. I've almost had all my entrails ripped out once. Now that... That was something. That hurt a lot.
And food sounds great right now. Food and a kiss and a cuddle... Well, I'm already getting the cuddle, but a kiss and some food is always nice.
*She kissed his jaw*
After you...?
(I'm starting to feel somewhat better, you?)
No. I haven't. I've resigned myself to eternal hibernation.
(I am average.)
Phaestra: That may be helpful to keep you sane.
I believe you have to ask yourself, "Which is more important: my loved ones or my addiction to killing and torturing?"
I hope whilst you are here you will think about the destruction and pain you have caused in your life.
*Roland took her hand and lead her into the kitchen. He placed her up onto the counter as he stood in between her legs and kissed her collarbone.*
Roland: You need some more rest for your wound to heal properly. Or maybe Ariana could help you. She did a good job with Casha.
*He then walked around to the oven so he could start breakfast.*
STUPID GERBILS!!!-Zaf
*mutters about sanity and about having already lost it*
Can't I even go to the wedding?
Phaestra: No. You will not be going to the wedding unless you change your mind. I am giving you a choice: Your friends and loved ones, or your desire to kill. You must choose.
Funny how somewhere you said was basically heaven has become hell quite so quickly.
*She blushed again when he kissed her. Her face was bright red and she tried to hide it behind her hair*
I'll be fine, Roland. It's just a little bit of pain. And discomfort. I'm not going to ask Ariana to do that for me, she's already using more energy than any child her age should. I'll just lay around for a few days and get better like that. I don't even know if the bullet is still in there... There's no exit wound... So I think it might...
*She rested her head on her hands and watched Roland move around the kitchen. He was so beautiful and graceful. He was unlike anything she had ever seen before*
Phaestra: This is what humans consider to be heaven, however, it is not as such.
*tilts head* I would just accept a promise, without forcing you to keep to it. I would bring you back here if you broke it, however.
((hi, guys! :D
It's Friday! At least for me. :P))
(Hey Phoe!)
*grunts*
I'd be free for about five hours were that to happen.
*Roland tutted as he remembered leaving his watch in the bathroom.*
Roland: I shall be back in one moment sweetheart. I forgot my watch.
*He walked out of the kitchen and made his way to the bathroom. As he was walking back past Ariana's room, he paused for minute.
He could hear baby talk, but it wasn't just from Ariana. It sounded like there were two babies in the room. He frowned as he pressed his ear to the door.*
Roland: Uh... Rose dear! Could you come here please.
Phaestra: And therefore you would gain nothing. It is a relatively simple decision. You are currently putting your desire to kill before those who you care about. Do they mean that little to you?
No. Viv..they mean the world to me.
*She slid off the counter and padded up to Roland. She stopped in her tracks when she heard the voices. Baby talk.
She hurried to Roland's side and pressed her ear against the door, her eyes wide with shock and confusion*
Roland...? What...? I... There's only Ariana in there... I... I was certain. Ariana and Marrok. There's only those two...
(Hi, Silente!
Wbd, painting c:)
*Roland opened the door slowly and he gasped at what he saw.
There was Ariana sitting up in her bed, talking away.
But where Marrok would usually be sleeping, there was a little boy, stark naked, talking back to Ariana.
Roland looked at the boy, the colour of his hair and eyes and instantly knew. It was Marrok.*
Roland: Ariana... what have you done?
Phaestra: Then prove it.
(Hello, Phoe.)
I won't let you make me some tame vamp with a bell around around my neck.
(Plot twist!)
*She was a step behind Roland and she faltered when she saw the boy. She gasped and hid slightly behind the angel, her hands pressing against his back*
M-Marrok...? Is that...? Ariana!!
*She stumbled forward and took Ariana into her arms. She looked down at her, angry*
What?! Why?! Marrok was a wolf!! Not a human!!
Phaestra: And I won't let you become a vampire with no skin on their neck. This is the only way I can stop the other gods and goddesses from punishing you. It is the only way you will see your loved ones again.
Forget it. *shakes head going to annoy Zanida*
(I'll be back in a while, but if your gone by then Rose, I'll talk to you later.)
*rubs her neck at the mention of not having skin on it* You can't keep me here...not alone...
Phaestra: I can and I will. If you cared about your friends and the mortal named Vivanus as much as you claim, you would be back on Earth now.
(Whatever Loki. It's not like we're getting married in a few hours.
*Shrugs and walks away*)
(Okay Em! I'll see ya when I see ya!!))
I do care about them...more than YOU can claim to know... *curls up tighter* but I also care about me somewhat...
Phaestra: I can protect you. As long as you agree to the deal.
But i CAN'T agree to the deal!
Phaestra: You are stopping yourself.
((Ah don't worry, he's nervius as hell Rose. He went to Zan which is like O.O-Zaf
I am here. I just wished to annoy Zanida.
Zanida: I'm here. No annoying me *sends back to Rose with a note: No returns, final sale.*
*She ignored Loki and went into her base, double locking the door and activating barriers to stop anyone coming in. She started to him quietly, kicking violently and a chest of drawers in the corner*
Yes. No. I don't know. I need to talk to my friends. To El, Dug, Viv, Rose hell maybe even Olivia or Alexis! Just...ugh
(Rose is petrified. She's getting married. And she doesn't know what's happening. And she's nervous about a completely different thing all together, but she's never going to mention it...)
*hum quietly and viloently kicked at a chest of drawers
I hate you, words...
(A completely different thing?
IS SHE PREGNANT AGAIN??)
(No... I'll email you, Sil)
Phaestra: That is not going to happen.
(Kk Deathy!)
Why not.
(Sent)
Wait what is she nervous?-Zaf
Rose....*grins, wrapping arms around her* Wedding soon, love.
(She has no one to give her away. No family.)
*She tried to get out of Loki's embrace, cursing*
I know!! Get off me!! Now!!
(Oh, by the way, when she's nervous, she's a bitch.)
Phaestra: You will not be seeing them.
Why. Not.
Phaestra: Because I am telling you that you will not. You will be making the decision here.
(*sneaks in* I'm back but wbd I'm going to play a new game i got today)
((Awew :/))
*lets go* Nervous, eh? Do I need to send in my sister?
Thor: Loki, do not annoy the bride. I never annoyed Zanida on our wedding day. Actually...she tried to hit me with my hammer...
Well why?? What's the difference between making the decision here, alone, and making it when I'm in my home relm??
(Hello, Garrett.)
Phaestra: You are more likely to agree if you have the threat of not seeing your friends again.
I'm not nervous!!!
*She pushed Loki back and his behind Thor, resting her forehead in between his shoulder blades*
Thor... I think Zan was onto something. Pass me your hammer.
(Yeah, Sil and I are going through the possibilities... And no one really...)
That's BLACKMAIL.
Phaestra: Call it what you wish. But in the end, you are faced by a simple decision. The only reason why you think you cannot accept my deal is because you are selfish.
*hid
*growls* I shouldn't have to take this.
*gets up, tapping the sigil on her nose in an attempt to open a portal*
(If I vanish, I'm alseep...)
Phaestra: I told you that your magic would not work here. You will be staying for eternity unless you make the decision not to kill or torture unless it is self defence.
YOU CAN'T KEEP ME HERE!
*shuts up for a moment, calming herself*
Take me back now.
Phaestra: I have already told you the conditions of your release. You will not be going back unless you cooperate. Otherwise the other gods and goddesses will take you.
Take me??
I have been alive a hundred and thirty three years, nearly a hundred and twenty one of those years I have been an assassin. The gods have yet to smite me. What makes you think they'll do so now.
(hello soph hows it going?) (how is everyone today?)
Phaestra: I can only hold them off so long. I may be more powerful than nearly all of them, but combined they are more so.
(I am average. Yourself?)
(hey Garr.)
I'm not scared of some high and mighty gods and goddesses!
Phaestra: Even I fear an uprising against me. Fear them, Silente Tempest.
No. Why should I? I don't fear gods anymore than I fear children.
Phaestra: You have not met them. But you will without my help.
No, I haven't met them. And the two who I have met act like squabbling children when around each other.
Phaestra: She is my sister.
She is? That'd explain a lot..
Phaestra: She is the goddess of death and darkness, and I am the goddess of light, life and creation - we are hardly going to get along. We despise each other and conflict much of the time.
Well that's to be expected.
Cant she use me to get here?
Phaestra: No. Here, I can prevent her from getting in. We are much, much more powerful in our realms than we are on Earth. We have infinite power, here. On Earth we are at our weakest - even when we enter our shrines, the power increase is nothing in comparison to the power we have here.
Maybe be here......
But Msd and wbd
(*hugs Duggy* hey.)
*sighs* well there goes that plan..
Phaestra: You were wanting to bring Minerve to my realm?
*huggles Silly*
PURPLE.
Hey Soph!
I'm at school but it's TA so it's kinda like freeze time and doing chores.
And I'm fine!
(That is good, Dugglyn. However, I believe I am unable to translate most of what you said.)
First period I'm a teacher assistant. I help her and basically have free time!
She might've been able to take me back *shrugs*
(@Duggy Yey!
Oh god I'm hungry...)
(That makes sense. Thank you, Dugglyn.)
Phaestra: Minerve would have been more likely to take you back to her realm and make you watch as she tortures the souls of your family. She wishes you to kill and harm - surely that is reason enough to agree to my deal? By not agreeing, you are doing exactly what she wants.
I'm off school today, so I'm happy.-Zaf
*shudders at the idea of her family being tortured, hugging herself tightly* she...tortures them?
Phaestra: No. But she would for you.
How are you doing Silly?
Sophia, I know you're probably average but how are you? And how be's yous eyes?!
(I am average as you suggested - and my eyes are fine. How are your eyes?)
Nice ZAFFY! You're so lucky... I'm stuck in school. Though I get a whole period to read plus this period so I'm happy. I like Friday.
My eyes are good. Slowly melting and drowning in refried beans but overall good!
(@Duggy huuuuungruuyyyyy)
What do you mean, for me?
@Hilly eeeeaaaaatttttt sooooommmmmmmeeeeetttthhhhhiiiinnnnngggg!!!!
(I believe that having your eyes drown in refried beans may be a reason to see an optician.)
Phaestra: If you were in her realm, she would want to show you first hand. Torturing them whilst you were not there would not benefit her.
Naww. It's ok. They'd probably wonder why Trip was chewed and then they might replace them and I don't want that!
My book was lost. They took forever to reply. I don't like Water Stones. They made the shipping free and it should be here in 2 weeks, but 2 weeks?! It's been 28 days!!!!!
Oi. But at least I know what's happening.
(@Duggy nooooooooooooo. I don't trust my stooooooomaaaaaaach.)
Witch.
Phaestra: She is a goddess, such as I. She is just somewhat more malevolent.
Clearly. *sighs* can't I just go home?
Phaestra: No. Not until you agree to my deal.
(I dedicate this page to food. Food FTW)
I hardly ever hurt people anyway...
Phaestra: Then you wouldn't mind agreeing to the deal, would you?
That's too bad Hilly!
:O
Is it only me who thinks that Phaestra is being completely reasonable?
She is GIVING SILENTE A SECOND - NO, WAIT, THIRD chance, and FINDING AN ALTERNATE SOLUTION TO SILENT EBEING TORTURED FOR ETERNITY, and is ready to FORGIVE HER even though I really see no reason why she would even like Silente because in the Phaestra/Silente exchanges Silente reminds me of the unintelligent people at school who don't get me.
Well.
There are different levels of not getting me.
I don't think anyone gets me.
But they just aren't even metaphorically tall enough to even consider what I'm saying and I'm just like -_-.
But yeah.
Anyway, yeah.
And I don't get why you think Silente killing people is okay. "It's a hobby" - well, it's a bit of a fucked-up hobby. If Silente was dead, lives would be saved. The logical thing to do is kill Silente. Phaestra isn't, beacuse she appreciates the beauty of living beings. I sit in my RS class and I see the majority of people walk up and stick Post-It notes on the board saying they think some people should die because they deserve it.
No one deserves to die.
That hurts me, you know, it hurts me.
I'm getting off track now, but yeah.
:S
I have no idea why you think Phaestra's being horrible.
Well...yes I would...cause it's forcing me to change...to be someone I'm not..
*is here just feeling left out* -Zaf
(I somewhat agree, Star. Personally, I would have killed her - but I believe Phaestra is being reasonable.)
Phaestra: No. I am forcing you to change into someone who you are *points at her heart* inside.
(My opinions on the "deserving to die" issue are a little odd. I think I believe that no one deserves to die, but some have to die to save the lives of others.)
*huggles ZAFFY*
Gtg, bye!
(Goodbye, Dugglyn.)
*sighs* I want to go home...
@Sophia: I agree with you. :)
Like
but
I think the only time people should be killed is if it will prevent more people from dying.
So like yeah.
Phaestra: I want you to go home. So allow me to take you home without the risk of you getting tortured for eternity. I am wanting to help you. All it will take is a single promise.
(mbd-er, if I don't get food I'm going to end up eating my arm.)
(Star - It's my job to kill people for that reason. *shrugs*)
*mutters* said the hangman with the noose.
*sighs* what are the terms?
Phaestra: You will not kill or harm unless it is self-defence. But you will never torture again.
But...my greeting....
Phaestra: Is something that you must change. Are your friends and loved ones not worth changing how you welcome strangers for?
*sighs*
*straightens, eyes growing hard and resolute*
It was a stupid greeting anyway. I accept...but you don't put the measures in place.
Phaestra: I will not. However, to allow me to use it as real evidence you must state your promise fully.
Unless you break the promise, or perhaps in an urgent event, you will never come back to my realm.
If you break the promise - I will put measures in place. It is the only way.
No. No measures. If I break the promise let the others do what they want, but no measured. That's the deal.
Phaestra: *shakes head* I do not work that way. Goodbye, Silente Tempest.
*Silente's vision fades to white and she appears in Blogland again*
*is alone, as usual* -Zaf
*blinks, eyes coming back into focus*
*looks around*
*sighs and lays back on the dewy grass*
Home...
Zanida: *nearly drops Ricci* AAAH!!'
*jumps and startes at Zan and Ricci*
Hi...
Phaestra: *appears in Blogland beside Silente in a flash of light that solidifies into her form*
I have a gift for you. Before I go and debate with the other gods and goddesses.
*her hand glows white until a golden shield with the image of a phoenix in front of a sun appears in her hand* *hands it to Silente*
(Hello! Is anyone here going to Dublin for Theatre of Shadows? Will anyone devote their Saturday to helping the on-ground operatives?)
Uh..
*takes the shield uncertaintly*
Thanks?
(Hey guys!)
(I am here ^^)
(Hello, Tia.)
Phaestra: Every god and goddess has an object they can hand to mortals - this is mine. The shield cannot be destroyed and it has the unusual ability to reflect damage. If anyone around you would die, they would simply not be harmed. For example, if someone attempted to stab someone next to you in the stomach, the knife would not even break their skin. They would not be harmed. It is very powerful.
(Hey Cor, Flick, Tia. How are you all?
@Tia I will maybe probably help?)
(Hello Corvo and Chloe.)
*looks at the shield*
Why am I being given this??
(I am good ^^ you?)
(Hey I'm good, thanks. You? I've really missed this place but I just haven't had the chance to come)
Phaestra: Because you may need it.
(Have we met Corvo? I cant remember *extends hand* nice to meet you)
(I don't think we have *shakes hand* nice to meet you too :) )
*shakes her head* give it too Blake or El or Dug or even Rose as a wedding gift...
(Corvo - I believe, neither have you technically met me. I am Commander Sophia Keating - but Sophia or Soph is perfectly fine. I am a character of Dragona Pine, whom I think you have met.)
(here is a place where I can actually talk to new people ^^)
Phaestra: No. I am giving it to you. And only you. If another mortal uses it, it will act as if it does not exist - it will not block damage, and those around them can die.
(Hey Soph! Nice to meet you!)
(back and I'm here fully now, so how is everyone?)
(Prynhawn da Gar ^^
how are you?))
(It is nice to meet you, too.)
Why??
Phaestra: Because it is for you. I have received word that the other gods and goddesses are unhappy about the fact it took so long for you to come to a decision - they believe that you will kill and torture again. You may be in need of that shield. I will do my best, however.
((Sorry, gerbils knocked wheel over into water bottle: a mess))
Zanida: Hi, Silente. Coming to the wedding today(
(prynhawn da too you to inky ;) I'm good thx *offers hug* sut oi ti?)
(i got a new game today and i just did one of the coolest things ever!!)
*looks at the shield*
*nods* okay..
(*hugs* dw I wedi blino, ond dw I wych
a ti?
ohhh what game?)
*looks at Zan* you betcha
*falls asleep under a tree*
*dreams about chasing through the woods*
(hello corvo, call me Garrett or Garry or gar i don't mind)
(Hey Gar! You can call me Corvs or Cor if you want :) )
Phaestra: *vanishes in a flash of light*
(soz Gar, I just realized I asked how you are twice -_- my welsh got carried away)
(Im in a meatloaf mood *plays dead ringer for love*)
(I enjoy Meatloaf, Chloe.)
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