Jin Go Lo Ba (Gideon/open)

[Hud]

"Rebel children, I urge you, fight the turgid slick of conformity with which they seek to smother your glory."

Russell's mind was throbbing today.

The stallion had had a headache for what seemed like days - ever since the wildflowers of Orut began to sprout in the springtime air. The small territory was far north, yet a few species of flower bloomed in abundance. Lupine was what had been doing him in this time.

The beautiful purple spires erupted from seemingly every corner of Orut. Russell had been forced to seek refuge from the beautiful annoyances farther inland. The stallion cantered gently today, toward a grove of trees he knew well. The trees were thin in this area, and the small patch was a welcome sight. Trees meant shelter and shelter meant that he might actually have found a sufficient napping spot. Russell slowed near an oak, and stopped in place. Glancing around him, the brown and white stallion lowered his head and took a bite from the grass around his hooves. At least spring was good for grass. It certainly wasn't doing any favors for his beating and throbbing brain...

TAGS: Gideon | NOTES: Goodness xD

[Mallory]

Gideon

The pungent smell of Spring clung to the mist that shrouded Orut. It was, perhaps, the only sign that the seasons had changed alongside the change in temperature. Orut, being so secluded, was often lost in the sea of change. This season, however, seemed to be different. Though the smell was overwhelming, Gideon did not mind it. Change was good; change could possibly bring something worthwhile and substantial to Orut. He had to keep an open mind.

After all, Orut had been not doing quite well since he took over the throne.

With a grunt, the pale golden stallion shook his head. There was a lot of work to be done, if he was to restore Orut to its former glory. Today was not the day, however, for he had far more important things to be concerned with. He had upped his patrol of Orut, ever since the unwelcomed surprise of a lurker within the deeper parts of the woods once Gideon had taken over. It had seemed Gideon’s icy and protective nature over Orut had driven him out. Good. It is best to eradicate those who will spoil the crop.

He had not taken kindly to strangers coming on his land, unless they came with a purpose. His patrol eventually led him further into Orut, where the trees thinned out and a large open area appeared. Deciding he needed a short reprieve, the stallion altered his path towards it. He was weary, and surely a short break would do no harm.

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[Hud]

"Rebel children, I urge you, fight the turgid slick of conformity with which they seek to smother your glory."

The stallion had only just closed his blue eyes when his ears picked up on an incomer. His head jerked up involuntarily, sending his vision into a frenzy. "Oh..." Russell groaned as he squeezed his eyes shut to calm himself down. Opening them again, he blinked a few times while his body turned to face the other horse. It was Gideon!

He hadn't seen his king in ages. Russell wondered what the stallion had been up to all this time. Russell wished he had some news for Gideon... Then again, perhaps it was a good thing that he had nothing to report. After all, a quiet land is a peaceful land. The stallion shook his coat, as if such an action would shake off his condition and leave him in a good way to dish out advice. One could never be too careful.

Russell's analytical mind wandered a bit more lately as his headaches ensued. The stallion hoped he could help in any way Gideon wished.

"My King!" Russell exclaimed and bowed his poll in submission.

TAGS: Gideon | NOTES: ---

[Mallory]

Gideon

As the wind picked up, the scent was brought to him before he fully understood. At first, his body was sent into alarm; his pale golden tensing as the muscles underneath coiled, his demeanor dramatically shifting from the previous relaxed state he was in. Within seconds, Gideon appeared ready to strike, before his blue eyes settled on the other stallion. Russell.

With a sharp exhale, the tension rolled off of Gideon in heavy waves as his body backed away from its high alert status. He could never be too careful, now a days.

Offering his old friend a slight smile, which was just about as much affection that could typically be seen from the mysterious stallion, Gideon shook his head. Silvery strands of forelock segmented his vision, before finally settling themselves. A part of him felt guilty for being so, well, mysterious as of late, but surely his old friend would understand. It was how Gideon operated, how he had survived after his original exile from Orut. Old habits die hard, and Gideon’s were fighting to the bitter end. “Dear friend, no need for formalities. It’s only just us,” he spoke, his thunderous voice booming through the misty opening without much effort. “How have you been, Russell? I apologize for not being very...ah, proactive with my presence lately. I took it upon myself to do more patrols as of late.”

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[Hud]

"Rebel children, I urge you, fight the turgid slick of conformity with which they seek to smother your glory."

Russell smiled a little at Gideon's kindness. He was suddenly reminded why this place was home.

The stallion awkwardly bobbed his head a little, acknowledging his friend's words. Russell had always been an introvert, behaving with little to no candor or charm in the face of others. Gideon was at least a friend; Russell did not feel too uncomfortable with him at his side or in this case before him. It was mares that really threw Russell for a loop. It was not his mind but his actions that kept Russell from securing a mate and settling down. The subject was a constant source of sadness for the stallion.

Looking to Gideon, Russell was comforted. The other stallion had no queen to speak of, and yet he seemed perfectly happy and content. Perhaps Russell should accept his life as it was and ask for no more. He had a beautiful home and a great friend in Gideon. No sense in bothering the Mother for any more.

"Just 'Gideon' then..." Russell uttered with a smile. "I've been alright," the stallion nodded. "You don't need to justify your actions to me, Gideon. I trust you're doing everything necessary to keep your subjects safe."

TAGS: Gideon | NOTES: Hungryyyy

[Mallory]

Gideon

To an outsider, the pair of stallions would probably appear awkward – perhaps even a little cold in how they were addressing each other. However, it was how they had always been. There had never been a need for overly fluffed conversations with Russell, which was perhaps what pleased Gideon the most about their friendship. Gideon never felt the need to fill the silences in with awkward words. Their friendship was an easy one, where the enjoyed the other’s silent companionship. But Gideon knew such a lifestyle could not last forever. Orut wouldn’t survive as a purely bachelor herd. They had to expand, and soon...Even if it wasn’t his blood doing the expanding. Gideon knew of his friend’s hardships, and shared them with the other stallion.

For now, though, Gideon could enjoy his bachelor lifestyle. There would be a day when he would have his own family, just as Russell would too. He offered his companion a slight smile, satisfied that there would be no fuss over what was proper and such. Then, there was a slight frown as his brow furrowed. “Ah, yes. Well I can rest assured that Orut is safe. I do, however, dislike how small we are. I believe it’s just you and I here now, correct?” he inquired, his blue eyes flickering to the misty trees around them. It had been a long time since he had seen any other than Russell around.

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[Hud]

"Rebel children, I urge you, fight the turgid slick of conformity with which they seek to smother your glory."

Russell almost couldn't believe that he and Gideon remained the only residents of Orut. Surely not... Save of course for the other creatures of the forest. He knew not where his sister roamed as of late and with the passing of his parents, Russell could only confirm Gideon's statement with a solemn nod. Suddenly the securing of a mate seemed necessary for his own home's well-being.

The stallion acknowledged the safety of Orut that Gideon claimed with a snort and a small pawing of his front leg. "I can imagine no safer place to live, Gideon. You've done an excellent job here, though as your advisor I can't stress enough the necessity of a queen to rule by your side not only for population's sake, but also for the security of your realm." Russell scolded himself a little for his own hypocrisy. The stallion knew firsthand that finding a mare was not the easiest task, though she was needed for a king.

TAGS: Gideon | NOTES: Goodness xD