Name
Varanis daughter of Serzeen
Sometimes known as Vareena Colymar
Tribe, Clan, Class
Noble of Clan Saiciae, Nochet
Adopted into the Blue Tree clan, of the Colymar tribe
Appearance
Varanis is a red-haired woman, tall for an Esrolian (1.8m). Her eyes are a light grey-blue, but her expression is serious. She has the thin line of a scar high on her right cheekbone, a reminder of past events that she prefers not to discuss.
She wears high-quality Esrolian bronze armour, with the Air and Mobility runes chased in silver and garnets inset within the runes. When not in armour, she wears silk garments, favouring the colour green. She appears to be equally comfortable in both.
Her forearms are encircled by repeated rune tattoos – Water on the left, and Mobility on the right. In the centre of her chest there is a large Air rune tattoo. On her upper right chest, beside the Air rune, she has the Saiciea tattoo. Her tattoos are complicated and multi-coloured, implying the hand of an artist. Above her navel, in monochromatic blue, is a large tattoo of a tree. At the heart of the tree is an Air Rune, a tiny Earth rune sits at its base. To either side of the trunk there are Mobility and Water runes. The tree is topped by a Mastery rune. On her throat, over her jugular, there's a tiny woad death rune tattoo. For the truly observant, the inside of each wrist is marked with woad tattoos with the runes for the Lightbringers and Sartar. These runes are almost always hidden under armour or gold cuff bracelets. On the back of her right hand she has a Fire rune surrounded by 4 Air runes and on her left, a raised air rune, all tattooed in woad.She uses woad to paint Air and Mobility runes on her face.
Varanis’ Story
A short narrative of the personal history of Varanis Serzeen's daughter, of House Saiciae.
My maternal grandmother, Berra, was a Sartarite noblewoman of the Colymar and a fierce warrior. She died before I was born, so I was raised on stories of her ferocity in many campaigns against the Lunars and of her glorious death at the Battle of Grizzly Peak. I’m told that my red hair and light eyes come from her. Grandmother’s Esrolian husband, my grandpa Barntaros Saiciea, died saving my mother from assassins (1597).
My parents met and married in 1589. They had 6 children, but only two girls. My sister is the first child and I am the last. I was somewhat of a surprise, born late in my mother’s life and ten years after my closest brother (1604). I was daddy’s girl. I followed him everywhere, but when I was 9, he left to join Starbrow’s Rebellion and never returned home. Later we learned that he was killed by Tusk Riders en route. A few years later, my mother died too. She was killed fighting against Harrek the Berserk and his Wolf Pirates, when they attacked the Holy Country Navy (1616)
My siblings had all grown, but I was cared for by my father’s parents. I didn’t get along well with Grandma Mirava, though I tried to be respectful. She’s a priestess, after all, but she tried to tame the anger in me through meditation and prayer. I learned restraint and good manners from her, but both are prone to slipping when I get riled up. Grandpa Kesten understands me better and it is he who took me to the temple of Orlanth to be introduced to the priestess of Vinga.
When I was 18, I was attacked by Lunar assassins. I survived, but barely. I was healed of my wounds, but the priestess of Vinga who saw to it left me with a reminder for my carelessness.
In 1623, like thousands of others, I was trapped in the city of Nochet under siege. On the basis of my ancestry, I asked to fight alongside King Broyan, the exiled Sartarite king. I fought hard, seeking to bring honour to my clan and my Goddess and I was privileged to earn some recognition for my contributions during the siege. I stayed with King Broyan and the remnants of the Holy Country army, and found myself at Pennel Ford the following year. I fought and lived, and some have said that I brought honour to my clan in this battle as well.
Afterward, I pledged my loyalty to Prince Argrath as the White Bull and to Jaldon Goldentooth. I wanted nothing to do with Harrek the Berserk – I haven’t forgotten my mother and I never will. I followed my Prince to the strange lands of the Praxians and assisted in the liberation of Pavis. They call it a city, but it can’t compare to the city. The Lunars built a temple nearby, at Dragon Pass. It could not be allowed to stand and so we marched against it, a strange mix of Praxian warriors and veterans from across the varied kingdoms of these lands. They sent foul demons against us and I was sorely injured in the attack. Much to my chagrin, I slept through the waking of the dragon and her consumption of the cursed Lunar Temple. Having recovered from my wounds in body, but perhaps not entirely in spirit or ego, I have returned to my family’s holdings in Nochet for the time being. I am determined to find a way to recover myself and bring honour to my family.
Family Tree
Varanis’ Horses
Doqeia and Manasa were a gift from Varanis' brother, Desdel. They are temperamental, but she is too stubborn/proud to admit that she can’t handle them well. Irillo helped her to buy Fish when she needed to replaced her very reliable zebra, Zukko.
Doqeia (Daron, black, mare)
Doqeia is temperamental: a bit wild, a bit unruly. Her moods shift quickly – sometimes she prances about and other times she wants to rebel. She’s strong, fast, and willing to go, but sometimes spooks at stuff that’s not there. She tends to get along with others, though she may bully them a bit. Doqeia is not interested in stallions.
STR 26
CON 15
SIZ 28
POW 9
DEX 11
Illusion 82, Death 78, Movement 75
Manasa (Daron, black, mare)
Manasa is a bitch. She’ll bite sneakily, tread on toes, and wait for vengeance. She kicks in her stall, is lazy, but at least she can mostly be trusted in a city and will make her way home. She’s a problem-solver and will always find a weak spot to break things. She’s steady and grounded, but vicious because she wants to be, not because she’s been hurt. She doesn’t panic. She’s steady. But she’s never going to stop pushing her personality on others and kicking out just to kick out.
STR 27
CON 16
SIZ 28
POW 16
DEX 10
Disorder 84, Stasis 83, Death 74
Fish (Daron, black, gelding)
Fish has a mean streak a mile wide. He'll bite, kick, and buck when he's in the mood for it, and he's in the mood for it frequently. He has nearly succeeded at killing Varanis more than once. He is definitely destined for sacrifice at some point.
STR 24
CON 16
SIZ 28
POW 12
DEX 10
Air 85, Disorder 79, Death 62
Diaries/Personal Logs
Stories from the past
Kitchen Raid - Six-year-old Varanis meets Dormal at House Saiciae
Looking back Part 1 - Farm Girl, a story of growing up Vingan in Esrolia
Girls rule and boys duel - A story from Varanis and Xenofos' childhood (9 years old)
A meeting of cousins - The first time Varanis and Mellia meet (9 years old)
Looking back Part 2 - City Girl, a story of growing up Vingan in Esrolia (9-14 years old)
Tea Time - Young Varanis took a tumble and Mellia will fix her (11 years old)
Looking back Part 3 - Vinga's Sword, a story of growing up Vingan in Esrolia (14-18 years old)
Cousins - Mellia, Xenofos, and Varanis spend some time together before their initiations.
Jareen: First mentor, first love
Missing Dragonrise - why Varanis is a reluctant leader. (Warning, spoilers for session 23 and personal secrets)
Current events
1626
Sea Season
Trying to understand a Humakti - Conversation between Varanis and Berra.
Hot-tubbing - Varanis and Serala get to know each other better.
Shopping and Talking - Links to Fruit and nuts; Connects into Missing Dragonrise.
Jumping on Buildings while Berra misses a little bit.
Riding Lessons - Varanis asks Serala for riding lessons.
Berra lectures Varanis after pushing her in the mud and trying to take her box.
Investigations - Conversations with Dormal and Xenofos.
Coaxing Berra (Links to Hungry like the Wolf)
Who was she? - And who am I?
Making peace with Serala - Serala and Varanis finally have it out.
You don't have to do it alone - Serala points out that Varanis can rely on others.
Going up (Links to Berra takes Varanis out)
Planning a party - Mellia corners Varanis, and Varanis spills her guts, again.
On the road again (Links to Verbal Sparring)
We need to talk - Xenofos give Varanis something to worry about.
I've been had - Varanis descends into a private tantrum on the road.
Babies and tattoos - Berra and her infant nephew discuss Clan tattoos.
Xenofos has concerns - Xenofos has concerns about the pace of things.
Elder Sister - Varanis helps out around the shrine.
Blisters and other pains - Varanis seeks out Mellia for help with blisters.
Mellia's Cunning Plan - Mellia, Arianatha, and Varanis make plans to help a child speak again.
Varanis tells a tale (Links to Telling the Healing Tale)
Of Clans, Wyters, and Runes - Varanis and the Blue Tree Wyter.
The Pit of Despair - A piece out of time (This is a guess on where it fits in the timeline, but the timeline is a bit fluid).
We survived! - A piece out of time, surviving the Pit of Despair.
Advice - Varanis needs advice. Dormal's advice makes her nervous, Mellia's seems useful at the time, and Xenofos' says something she needs to hear.
Of boxes and betrayal - Varanis tries to apologise, but things go sideways.
Engaging the Enlo - Varanis has a chat with Sid.
Mending with Mellia - Varanis and Mellia find a way to mend things between them.
Letters Home - A series of letters sent back to Esrolia with Irillo.
Varanis and Berra talk strategy (Links to High Levels Goals)
Storm Voice - Varanis seeks advice.
Meeting the Bard (Links to Torograi Bird-Charmer)
Torograi tells a story (Links to Berra's Armour)
Studying the story (Links to Bard from the Inn)
Stay with us - Stay with me.
Fire Season
Post-fighting baths, bruises, and other things - A series of conversations between Varanis and Mellia, Berra, and finally Xenofos.
Body Guards? - A series of discussions about the possible need for body guards.
The Vow - Varanis and Berra go on a field trip. It has an unexpected ending.
Ring-Giver - Varanis gives Xenofos an arm ring to recognise their mutual oaths.
Apple Shampoo - Varanis and Berra go for a run. Berra takes a bath.
Visions of Fire and Darkness - Varanis meditates in hopes of gaining wisdom from Vinga. Unsurprisingly, things get complicated.
The patient lacks patience - Xenofos, Berra, and Mellia all find themselves dealing with a moody patient.
Parting ways in Boldhome (Links to So Long, Farewell)
Be careful, cousin - Xenofos and Varanis argue a little about what comes next.
Appearing innocent - Varanis has a talk with Grandmother Aranda.
Paint the town red - Lanasha and Varanis paint the town red after Varanis surrenders to impulse.
Rhigos bound - Finarvi, Serala, and Varanis leave Nochet before dawn.
Negotiations - Varanis needs to convince Dormal to join the quest.
In the aftermath - A series of conversations that take place immediately after fighting the Uzko Death Lord.
Guilty party - Xenofos and Varanis talk in Greyrock Fall, while Varanis wrestles with guilt.
Two things - Varanis has a couple of important concerns to discuss with Mellia.
We need to talk, cousin - Xenofos has a lot to say about recent events in Boldhome.
"You are the sword" - Varanis and Irillo talk in the wake of the second Lunar quest.
It's an issue of trust - Varanis and Dormal talk about trust.
Talking about Truth - Berra takes Varanis out for a stroll and talks about Truth and leadership.!
Make the world red and green - Varanis and Xenofos argue about things.
Bread and pastries - Serala and Varanis take a walk. There's food involved and lots of talking.
Echoes - Varanis wants to mend things with Xenofos, but gets distracted by the echoes in the conversation.
Politics and Kinship - "I wish I had spoken to you sooner!"
Goodbyes - The Grazelanders are leaving.
Rumour Mill - Mellia advises Varanis to avoid Healer Jaldis and warns her about the rumours in Boldhome.
Checking in - After the fight en route to Wilmskirk, Varanis checks in with people.
The Scholar - Varanis checks in on Xenofos at the end of the first day in Wilmskirk.
Sword Practice - Berra and Varanis pick up on the broadsword lessons, this time with sword against spear.
Ware the Water - True visions or madness?
Hazia Haze - Recovering from the hazia, Varanis tries to work out what has happened.
Hefty fine - Varanis meets with Wilmskirk's Storm Voice.
Silor Cracks-Rock - On the road to Cinder Fox Tula, Varanis encounters the clan chief.
Water Sign - Varanis and Berra discuss the Vingan's vision.
Oh brother! - After arriving at the Cinder Fox Tula, Varanis warns Irillo about Silor.
Fear and Feasting in Cinder Fox - Varanis dines with Hengrast, argues with her kin, and distracts herself with more pleasant company.
Looking for Water - Irillo and Berra drown Varanis in her sleep (follows directly on from Swamp Things in Berra and Irillo's perspective, and Fear and Feasting for Varanis).
Signs are Positive - Varanis and Berra discuss various things include Eril and water .
Venlar and the Vingan - Varanis observes Venlar as he goes about the care of the steading.
Pet Rocks - Thenaya and Varanis talk about Eril and pet rocks.
Sworn Man - Xenofos finally arrives at Cinder Fox Tula.
Coming Clean - Mellia returns from the Marsh .
Berra at the Bothy - Berra wants to guard the relic, but she also needs sleep. Varanis stands watch.
Dormal at the Bothy - Dormal comes to check in on Varanis and they argue.
Xenofos at the Bothy - It turns out the bothy is a busy place, in spite of the death rune. Xenofos and Varanis argue.
Xenofos returns to the Bothy - Xenofos returns after a long night.
Bruise Pristine - Mellia is weeping in the Temple and Varanis manages not to kill anyone.
Security Arrangements - Plans are made to guard the Inn and for Varanis to make herself scarce.
Eril's Offer - Berra and Varanis make their way from the Vingan Temple to the Temple of Humakt.
Facing Humakt - Varanis confides her fear about starting the quest to Berra.
Peel me a grape - Varanis and Berra visit Irillo at the Temple of Chalana Arroy.
A bright idea - Mellia and Varanis catch up with each other in the White Grape.
A grave conversation - Varanis and Xenofos discuss the what ifs and whys of her plans.
A tentative truce - Varanis asks Dormal for some advice and they manage not to get nasty with each other.
Too soon for the Sword - Varanis meets Wind Tooth and Humakt, but it is too soon.
Last Letters - Varanis dictates letters to Xenofos, to be sent in the event of her death.
Earth Season
Blood and Wine - A conversation with Dormal, after the HeroQuest.
Nap Time's Over - Varanis wakes a dozing Xenofos and tells him to go to bed.
Garden of Healing - Varanis visits Mellia at the right time.
Aftermath of the Quest - Varanis visits Berra too soon.
Feathers and Other Gifts - Varanis and Berra take a walk.
After the Reward - A conversation about Dormal's boon.
A Helping Hand - Varanis checks on Mellia.
Wyter's Welcome - A late night meeting with Sartar.
Eril's Encouragement - An early morning meeting with Emeritus High Sword Eril.
Rebellion and Movement- A conversation about Berra's restlessness.
On the Road Again - Xenofos and Varanis ride together for a time.
Sparring and other discourse - An early evening sparring lesson followed by long conversation.
Healers or Humakti? - Following a conversation with Berra, Varanis seeks out Mellia.
Those were the days - A night on the town in Whitewall.
Hidden Humakti - Berra disappears briefly and Varanis worries.
Sword-Dancer - Yamia slips away from the Temple.
Sword-Dancer Falls - Varanis and Mellia deal with Yamia.
Sparring on the River - Varanis and Berra blow off some steam with sword practice.
Being Colymar - After some weapon's practice, Varanis asks Berra what it means to be Colymar.
Racing up the Rigging - On board the ship Varanis and Berra blow off some steam.
Can't Get Good Help - Xenofos and Varanis discuss their servants among other things.
Matters of Cloth - Xenofos seeks advice from Varanis.
Mastyr Minds - Yamia's thrall carries a message to Varanis.
Cousin to be - Venlar invites Varanis to his room for a glass of wine.
Visiting Vinga's Temple - A trip to the Temple of Vinga.
Countermanded - Xenofos and Varanis talk about clothing, politics, and marriage.
People are Just Too Much - The Vingan loses her temper.
Stopping in for a Spell - Varanis makes a visit to the Humakti Temple to ask about a spell.
The Calm After the Storm - Berra shares an idea with Varanis before the duel.
Keep Him Safe - Varanis confronts Berra over Xenofos' impending duel and is told to stand down.
No Time for Naps - It's time for a bath again.
Making up Mellia - Mellia visits as Varanis gets ready for a party.
Burning the Candle series
Varanis is spending her days in Nochet at the Temple of Humakt and her nights at parties:
- Windsday - New Ink. (NEEDLE WARNING)
- Fireday Eve - Green-Eyed Girl: House Telendar Party.
- Fireday - Geasa.
- Wildday Eve - An Apple a Day: House Norinel Party.
- Wildday - Feeling Troubled.
- Godday Eve - Chaste Girls and Boys: House Yelendar Party.
- Godday -
- Freezeday Eve - In the Limelight: House Drero Party.
- Freezeday - No napping allowed.
- Waterday Eve - Too Sweet: House Evaeo Party.
- Waterday - Warning Signs.
- Clayday -
- Windsday Eve - It's a Trap: House Hulta Party.
- Windsday - Seriously! No Napping!
- Fireday Eve - A Confrontation: House Ziranda Party.
- Fireday - Fire Sword.
On Yinkin's Way - Varanis accidentally, sort of, stumbles across some things to read.
Crossing a Line - A training exercise turns ugly.
Addled Alynx - Varanis and Xenofos have it out.
Wallowing - Berra makes sure that Varanis knows she's unimpressed.
Caged Creatures - Varanis has kept herself cooped up and is struggling - so are the sorry little songbirds in their wicker cages.
Shattered Songstrel - Varanis sets out to return the golden spirit songstrel to House Yelendar.
Recapping - Berra and Varanis talk about Garin Merelt.
Regrouping - Varanis, Xenofos, and Yamia attend a party together.
Rehashing - Varanis can't leave the subject of Garin alone.
Returning - Berra and Varanis discuss Lenta's behaviour and the evening's events on the way home from a party.
Releasing - Yamia knows how to help the red warbler heal faster.
Rejoicing - Varanis lets herself have some fun sparring with Silor.
Reviewing - Varanis and Silor discuss possible options for the future.
Bearing Witness - Varanis asks for witnesses to her version of the events surrounding Lenta's disappearance.
Prayers and Sacrifices - In the lull, Varanis takes time to pray.
Cut Off - After Varanis' collapse, Mellia decrees that there will be no more lumiviiva.
Leaves on a Current - Varanis and Xenofos talk on the boat, Tightbeak interjects.
Broken on the Beach - Varanis has an unfortunate encounter with a large chunk of timber. Thankfully Mellia is on hand to fix her. Again.
Can you make peace? - Still unconscious, Varanis dreams of Orlanth.
Voicebox Part 1 - Varanis finds an odd little box.
Lenta's Lenta - Berra stops Varanis from seeing Lenta Hulta.
Homeward Bound - Varanis and Berra make their way back to House Saiciae. Conversation turns to returning to Sartar.
Voicebox Part 2 - Varanis brings the odd weeping box to Dormal for interpretation.
Praxian Presumption - Xenofos seems to be the last person to find out Nala expects him to go to Prax with her.
Morning Mail - Varanis wakes up from a long sleep to find some mail waiting for her.
Muddled Mail - Xenofos' letter is confusing. Varanis gets some assistance from Yamia to make sense of things.
Cousinly Concern - Varanis confronts Xenofos on his return to House Saiciae.
Who needs love? - Xenofos and Varanis continue their conversation in the baths.
Don't Kill the Messenger - Yamia brings a message to Varanis.
Separation Anxiety - Berra is increasing the distance between herself and House Saiciae and Varanis feels resentful about it.
Sacrifices - Varanis pays her debt to Lord Humakt.
Embers - Varanis and Berra meet up and share a picnic on the Hill of Orlanth.
Alynx Kitten - Lenta comes calling.
Late Night at Saiciae - Xenofos visits Varanis' room late in the evening.
Late Night Stroll - Varanis walks Berra back to her inn.
Sad Little Songbird - Varanis returns Vahnfar's spirit songstrel.
PavisBound - Xenofos informs Varanis he's leaving for Prax.
RoadTrip - Varanis invites Rajar to go in search of Argrath.
Favour - Varanis asks Dormal for yet another favour.
OnTheDocks - Berra is hanging out on the docks when Varanis finds her.
Memories - Both Varanis and Berra get caught up in bad memories.
Wounded Feelings - Varanis is in a sulk after clashing with Xenofos.
Stormy Waters - Varanis and Xenofos talk things out.
Dark Season
He's Snooping! - Varanis suddenly realises that Dormal was snooping on her back in Nochet.
Not Paranoid - After an attempted assassination in Pavis, Varanis holes up in her room at the Zola Fel Temple.
Armour Feminamque Cano - Berra and Varanis pick up the Vingan's new armour.
Letting off Steam - Berra suggests a bit of practice for herself and Varanis - Harmony Week, Clayday Sparring with Berra.
Aftermath - Death week, Clayday, early morning.
Theft of Death series
- Stealing Death - Varanis becomes Vinga/Orlanth and Eurmal makes a surprise appearance - Windsday Eve vision.
- Snowfight - Berra attempts to attack Varanis.
- Talk of a Fight - Xenofos hears rumours of a fight between Berra and Varanis - Windsday early afternoon with Xenofos.
- Singing the Praises of Others - Varanis has been telling stories and singing the praises of her companions. Xenofos takes a turn to sing her song. Windsday afternoon with Xenofos.
- Stormbull's Advice - Varanis seeks out Rajar's help and he offers it freely. He also advises more alcohol. Fireday eve with Rajar.
- Mending Wounds - Berra and Varanis finally talk things out.
- Epilogue - Xenofos is relieved to learn that Berra and Varanis will not be fighting.
On the Plains - Varanis and Xenofos talk about his feelings for the little Humakti.
Tall Tales - Bedwarming requires someone with a quick wit and a clever tongue.
Stripes - One of the Bison Tribe women takes Varanis to task.
Talk of Tattoos and Politics - Varanis and Berra do what they do when they aren't fighting - they talk too much.
Down in the Trench - a tipsy Varanis encounters Berra, who is on guard duty.
Earth Witch Hedges - Nala and Varanis talk, but Nala is hiding something.
Morning After - Varanis and Berra practice. Berra tells Varanis she smells like a bison.
Endings - Dakajeel and Varanis part ways.
While Rajar Sleeps I - Berra and Varanis debrief over Rajar's sleeping body.
While Rajar Sleeps II - Berra, Varanis, and Xenofos wait for Rajar to wake up.
Guilt Trip - Varanis was wounded in a fight Xenofos missed.
Interrogation - Varanis has a prisoner and the party seeks answers. Things get a little ugly.
Inquietude - Uncomfortable with the direction the interrogation took, Varanis needs to blow off steam.
Inquiry - Varanis reports to Khan Gallaf (sort of) and requests assistance with regards to her prisoner's ransom.
Information - Varanis wants to try help Rajar, but she doesn't have a lot of luck.
Impasse - Varanis learns nothing new from Harjoon.
Storm Season
Ride On - Shortly after leaving Straw Weaver Bison Clan Varanis and Xenofos talk.
Good Enough - Berra is wrestling with something and not enjoying it.
My Smile Stays On - There's something off about Xenofos too.
Political Play - Venlar, Berra, and Varanis talk politics.
Political Letters - Varanis and Xenofos compose a series of letters to be sent back to Nochet.
Tooth and Hail - The evening after the crocodile fight.
Teeth and Death - The morning after the crocodile dream.
Question Period - Varanis and Berra talk about Xenofos and later about Orlanth.
Revelations - Dawn shift with Toras.
There is another - Varanis shares what she learned with Berra.
Dancing up a Storm I - Varanis and Venlar share Orlanth's sacred dancing.
Dancing up a Storm II - Varanis and Venlar share Orlanth's sacred dancing.
Dancing up a Storm III - Varanis and Venlar share Orlanth's sacred dancing.
There is another II - Varanis finally tells Xenofos about Argrath.
Checking in - Venlar wore himself out aiding in her initiation and Varanis wants to ensure he’s alright.
After the Walktapus I - Berra and Varanis check in with each other after being gassed by the walktapus.
After the Walktapus II - Varanis is worried about Xenofos.
No glory in it - Xenofos and Varanis in the wee hours.
On the road to Jaldonkill - Berra asks Varanis about her plans when they arrive in Boldhome.
Still stormy - Rajar provoked Varanis into losing her temper. Xenofos and Berra ride out the resulting storm.
Hold the onions - Shopping for supplies in Jaldonkill.
Make it shine - Time to polish up the armour before heading back into society.
Ernalda's Embrace - An early morning climb … on the Earth Temple.
Sleep Interrupted - Varanis was trying to catch up on sleep when Berra came clapping.
Something Sweet - Varanis takes Valseena to the market.
House Of Love And Baths - Xenofos and Varanis walk to the Temple of Uleria for a bath.
Broken Reed - Varanis has serious talk with Xenofos and nearly breaks him in the process.
Varanis, where are your clothes? - Varanis is at the Temple of Uleria.
Admissions - Varanis seeks admission to the Temple of Orlanth. Berra guards her en route.
Vrok Hawk - Berra and Varanis climb, following a Vrok hawk.
Golden Hawk - An unexpected meeting between Serala and Varanis. (fluffy and spoilery, and probably not for the prudish)
Golden Hawk II - Shocking behaviour from the Vingan, who keeps slipping away so she can keep Serala to herself for a while. (fluffy and spoilery)
Goodbye Golden Hawk - Varanis and Serala say goodbye again.
Necessities - Berra needs to practice and Varanis needs a success. Surprisingly, they don't spar.
Reckless - An up and down trip to the Flame with Berra. (Includes an angry Humakti and spoilers)
Confessions - Varanis tells Xenofos about sneaking off. His reply surprises her.
1627
Sea Season
Apology Undone - Varanis apologises for one thing, only to lose her temper shortly thereafter.
Guard Shift - Berra and Varanis walk the lines and talk to Irillo's guards.
Orlanthi Obligations - Nala begins her efforts to be a spiritual guide to a relunctant Vingan. - Spoilers
Talk of Marriage - Xenofos has questions about Varanis' mission for the Prince.
Taking Sides - Xenofos asks Varanis about her confrontation with Berra. SPOILERS, Berra. No reading.
Cracking Skulls - Berra is stewing over something Xenofos did and Varanis forces them to sort it out.
Marriage in the Blue Tree - Berra and Varanis discuss the subject of marriage.
A Mercurial Mood - The morning after meeting the troll, Varanis' mood is shifting rapidly. She tries to settle things by planning with Berra.
Orlanthi Obligations II - Varanis tells Xenofos and Berra about her earlier conversation with Nala.
Nightmares - Varanis wakes from a dream of drowning. Xenofos is there to comfort her.
Worry Later - Varanis tells Berra about her nightmare.
A Quest Request - Berra has plans for a HeroQuest and wants Varanis' support.
Spiritual Guidance - Varanis seeks guidance from Nala and ends up confused.
Praxian Perplexity - Confused by one Praxian, Varanis tries to get clarification from another. Rajar isn't as helpful as she'd hoped.
Demons and Shamans - Varanis talks to Berra about her earlier conversations.
Uroxi Observations - In the aftermath of battle, Varanis comes to Rajar for some advice.
Resounding Rebuke - Varanis is disappointed with both Berra and Xenofos and decides to tell them both at the same time.
Despair & Disapproval - Varanis is wrestling with despair and she shares more than she meant to with Xenofos.
Remoralised - After Xenofos tattled on Varanis, Berra seeks the demoralised Vingan out for a heart-to-heart.
Can't Win - After leaving the Dragonewt city, Varanis has questions for Berra.
Cult Secret - Varanis tries to learn about separation.
Fire Season
Servant and her Mistress - Marta discovers that Varanis has returned to Nochet.
Discussion with Dormal - Back at House Saiciae, Varanis runs into Dormal outside Grandmother's chambers.
Grandmother's Greetings - Varanis has questions for Grandmother Saiciae.
Breakfast Meeting - Venlar and Varanis have breakfast together. He asks an uncomfortable question and gets an uncomfortable answer. She asks a question of her own.
House and Home - Varanis asks Venlar for advice about her housing options in Blue Tree.
Rooftop Run - Berra and Varanis blow off steam by taking a run across Nochet's rooftops.
Tempting Targets - Varanis and Berra make their way back through the city after visiting some of Berra's kin.
Old Flame Wars - Berra and Varanis attend a party and encounter diverse matrons, including the mothers of two of Varanis' admirers.
Escaping Emotions - After a frustrating evening, Varanis needs to escape through movement. Berra and a couple of Saiciae guards gamely accompany her.
Night at Norinel - Attending her last party before leaving Nochet again, Varanis does not enjoy herself. Berra - be warned - spoilers.
Humakti, Lifecoach, and Matchmaker? - Berra arrives at House Saiciae to continue Varanis' training, but instead finds the Vingan sleep-deprived and grouchy.
Drinking Party Part I - Choosing drinking partners and a venue.
Drinking Party Part II - Beginning the binge. Varanis gets a head start. Can Berra catch up?
Drinking Party Part III - Xenofos puts on a show.
Drinking Party Part IV - Varanis has a melancholy moment.
Drinking Party Part V - Berra's turn to sing.
Drinking Party Part VI - Tipsy musings about water, wrestling, and melons.
Drinking Party Part VII - The sentences are getting shorter as Varanis gets drunker.
Drinking Party Part VIII - Thinking about many things at once.
Drinking Party Part IX - Let's not go climbing!
Drinking Party Part X - The mixed frustrations of lust and rage.
Drinking Party Part XI - Finally out of fuel.
The Morning After - Berra and Varanis make it back to House Saiciae in time for morning training.
Words of Chastisement - From Xenofos' page. Xenofos objects to being slapped.
Slap Happy - Berra informs Varanis that she should not slap people to get their attention.