SECOND ⚡ VIDEO

[ofmyth]

[It seems to be a theme that whenever Thor makes a post he's covered in some kind of grime. At least this time it just looks like dirt and whatever other foresty debris he's picked up after hours spent hunting in the Borderlands.

He's picked up a few more technological skills as well. There's nary a sign of a thumb in the camera, and he picture is centered and focused on Thor's thoughtful expression.]

On Earth it was once customary for people to celebrate the Yule at the midwinter Solstice. They would bring sacrifices to the Gods in the hopes we would hasten the spring and see their children safe through the long winter nights.

[He wipes a hand across his brow, and as the camera shifts it can be seen that there are a few rather large beasts stacked on the ground behind him. The spoils of a hunt well hunted, it seems.]

Few now remember this custom, let alone take part in it's rituals. But there are other festivals which have not yet been forgotten, and most are a reminder that the cold of winter will not last; that the days will grow long and warm and safe once more.

[A pause, and Thor allows a wry smile past his serious expression.] Though 'safe' may be a great deal to hope for on this world.

Whatever festivals you celebrate, whatever Gods you do or do not pray to; I invite you to share this Yule with my brothers and I. We shall provide as best a feast we can with what we have, and you may bring what you wish to contribute towards it.

Good food is made better with company, after all.

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[yamaxanadu]

I'm rather glad sacrifice has lost favor, it was always a waste.

I can't say there are any solstice traditions that stand out much, most things now are tied into New Years, but that date was changed, it was originally closer to spring.

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[ofmyth]

[Thor has his own thoughts on the necessity of sacrifice in life, but does not share them.]

That is as it should be, for dates should serve man and not the other way around. Is it earth, then, that you are from?

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[yamaxanadu]

I wouldn't say I am from Earth, but I do watch over a part of it. As for dates, it is important to observe things at proper times. There is a reason for them. Though changing some celebratory rituals to a different date is fine, it just means there is an extra holiday to make up for the move.

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[ofmyth]

Which part of the Earth do you watch over, if you do not mind my asking?

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[keep_smiling]

[Don't ask this guy about sacrifices to gods. He's far too familiar with that.]

A feast is a much better way of spreading smiles. After everything that's happened recently, I think everyone can really use a good holiday party!

So where is it that you're from?

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[ofmyth]

That was my thought also.

I am from Asgardia, ancient home of the Gods.

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[keep_smiling]

Eh? Does that make you a god, then?

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[deathwarder]

[ That tag...

Well, it seems this is indeed the one Loki spoke of. Prestor greets him with a pleasant enough smile, all the while plotting his demise. Or whatever suits his purposes best, being the betrayer he is. ]

It sounds like a wonderful time. But one important question remains.

[ He cracks a grin. ]

Will there be drink?

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[ofmyth]

[Thor throws back his head and laughs.]

Never fear. It would not be the Yule feast without it, my friend.

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[deathwarder]

[ His eyes shine bright, and he flashes Thor a smile brighter still. Perfect. ]

Then I will be right there beside you. There's no warmer gift than a drink shared amongst comrades, after all.

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[marked_for_death]

Sacrifices to the gods, huh? They sound important if you have to sacrifice something to them.

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[ofmyth]

The people understood the world differently then. They offered my kin and I sacrifice that they might have our aid against a world that was often all too hard and short.

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[marked_for_death]

So you're trying to tell me that you're a god? What makes you a god, if you don't mind me asking?

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[failtsuninari]

Sacrifice, huh? That was even before when my father became Inari. Still, that's very generous of you to be extending this feast to the rest of us.

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[ofmyth]

Why not share was we have when there is enough for many? Yule is celebrated best as a community, that all may prosper.

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[failtsuninari]

That's true. While the masquerade party was nice, I think this Yule feast is more my kind of party. I'll see what I can do to provide something.

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[lovesgod]

Sounds fun.

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[ofmyth]

[The atmosphere of warmth vanishes. Though he hides it well, Thor is disturbed more than he can articulate that there is any world where Satan roams unchecked.]

I wish nothing to do with what you deem fun, Son of Morning.

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[lovesgod]

Well, if you said everyone, that includes me, right? Or..

[He leans into the camera; there's something cruel and dark in his shark-like smile]

... Am I expressly not invited?

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[combats]

[ He takes a moment to actually use video so he can bow deeply because wow, still can't believe the gods are here among men. ]

our church serves odin, we remember the rituals well.

i would be most honored to join you and your brothers.

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[ofmyth]

It would be our great honour to host you. There a few enough on Midgard who remember our rituals, let alone adhere to them.

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[combats]

they might not be the same as where you are from, my lord, but we remember.

is there anything i can bring?

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[torchedhunt]

[That's right, Winter's Veil...has it truly been so long? Never let it be said that Luminada's sense of time has been all that great.]

It seems all worlds celebrate some manner of festival around this time... [She hesitates for a moment.] I...would like to attend. As for contributions...perhaps I can craft some fireworks, if they would be appropriate.

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[ofmyth]

It will be our honour to host you, my Lady. And fireworks would be a more than welcome entertainment.

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[torchedhunt]

I shall be glad to help, then. My name is Luminada, and yours?