steepwithdead | Folkmore

Good afternoon sir. I'm intending to replace the diamond you used for my resurrection a while back, and 'no it's fine' is not acceptable, it is not fine. I'm going to replace it. However I don't know the exact parameters required to replace it. What was its size, clarity, etc?

[Darn and he really was about to type that it was fine, too. His diamond supply is actually pretty solid, on account of Draxum no longer being here needing all those Greater Restoration casts, and no one else dying in his presence... actually, though, that provides a good answer.]

Good afternoon!

For resurrection diamonds, I will say it is fine, actually. I have enough. However, that makes things easier for both of us. What would truly be helpful is if you bring any diamonds you find, no matter the shape or size. My supply of powdered diamond is pretty low right now, and grinding down the bigger ones would be wasteful and leave me short in case any more revivals are needed. How's that sound?

[That is not a proper replacement, and dragging Donatello out all the way to the river to find an exact replacement when one wasn't needed..]

I have already enlisted aid with some expertise under the parameters of finding an exact replacement. I don't mind finding more as well as I imagine many will be located, but I would prefer at least one being a proper substitute, or I've wasted his time for nothing.

[Well. There are worse things for the kid to be stubborn about, so he'll bend on this. He takes some... well, okay, an awkward amount of time to respond, mostly because he sucks at using the relic still. Eventually Sephiroth will be sent a (kinda bad) photo of a handful of diamonds, decently-sized and good quality.]

If you insist, any one like this is plenty. And I insist: if you find at least 3 to 5 smaller ones, the cumulative value can be used instead of a single diamond.

[In the meantime there's probably two very intelligent idiot teenagers rummaging around in a magical enchanted river stubbornly looking for rocks. He really can't tell the difference on a glance a diamond from any other clear gemstone so Donnie's help is absolutely vital.]

Oh a picture that's very helpful, thank you.

I'm pretty sure we'll be able to find quite a few before nightfall, both actual size and smaller. Were there other ones you might need?

Please don't ask for black fire opal, I've never seen a single one here.

[Added is a photo, knee-deep in water, of the Encantado's glittering gem riverbed. There's plenty to choose from, if you're a professional.

And a tiny pile of vividly striped agates. Ignore those.]

I have no use for a black fire opal, don't worry. Though it sounds like it might've interested you, if you've been looking? Unless someone else needs one.

I don't have much use for gemstones for my spells besides diamonds. I think I've got one that needs a ruby? Oh, and I know of a few enchantments that take jewels, they might be useful one day. Let me see if I can find out which, I'm sure Caleb wrote it down.

[He's quiet for a bit longer, as he fusses through the library room, then,]

Ruby, aquamarine, jade, emerald. No stress at all if you don't find many. Or any. Call this a just-in-case.

[Pauses mean more time rummaging around in the water. Thankfully relics don't mind getting a bit wet.]

I saw one in a photo once, I'd like to see if they actually look that way. But so far, no luck at all. Very disappointing, in that kind of way that means I probably spend too much time in this river.

Note made! Hopefully Donatello's able to tell apart a ruby from a red beryl, I certainly won't be able to. With some luck we'll be able to find at least a couple that will be of use.

Pardon me for stating the obvious, but have you tried getting one through lore? Or is the thrill of the hunt more of an appeal?

If you end up finding some other red gem, perhaps I can play with a bit of alchemy and see if it has another effect. You never know until you try.

If I have to make it myself that entirely removes the point of the venture. There's no mystery or surprise if you just use lore! I have found the reality of some gemstones is far beyond what my poor imagination could conjure up. Especially the multicolored ones.

You never struck me as the sort to do experimenting of that sort. I'll see what else we can find, there's an entire riverbed to dig through after all.

I thought that might be it, yeah.

[Respect, tbh.]

I suppose I've never given anyone cause to think that. I've done it a handful of times over the years, though. It's important to find ways to keep your mind occupied when you live alone for a very long time.

:)

A little bit of exploring new things never hurts. I don't know a lot about alchemy but it seems to be one of those things that only gets anywhere if people try new things.

Compared to the lifespans of some I haven't had long in solitude, but somehow it seems when all you can hear is your own thoughts somehow they only echo doubts and fears. I'm glad you've found ways to keep occupied.

I suppose I should call it herbalism more than alchemy. But there's enough crossover that knowledge of both can benefit each.

What about you? Is this how you're keeping your thoughts occupied? Searching for gems in the river?

I admit my idea of what qualifies as herbalism would have excluded experimentation beyond trying for a new flower color and the like.

Idle whim is the reasoning today, though I admit the location isn't by accident. The Encantado is a nice day trip for concerns to be lessened, and my traveling companion seems like he can use it.

It's alright. I mostly know what I'm doing.

That's good. Mutual benefit is the ideal, though not always a requirement with friends. If you find yourself idle and and too isolated, my door is always open. Or my relic, I suppose, if this is better for you.

"Mostly" is good enough for me.

I'll keep that in mind. For now things are going well though, solitude aside. One of us will come visit with the spoils of this venture soon enough.

Alright. You know where to find me.

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If this were just a couple weeks later..

alas alack. well he can always come back later

temporarily being doing ok isn't bad at least!

not the worst