[LUCETI] APPOINTMENTS

[winds_voice]

If you want to get hold of Eleytheria without writing out a post or log then this is the place to do it. This post can also be used to finish off conversations if you like.

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[winds_voice]

[Despite the strange beginnings of their meeting, Eley felt that he had already learned a lot about Zuko because of it. Yet there was still more he didn't know. He meant it when he said he was curious about him, and felt that even though he had reservations about his powers in the past, perhaps he really could come to some understanding.

In answer to his offer, Eley gives a firm nod.]

If I can come to understand the element of fire then perhaps I will grow to be more at ease around it. Perhaps I will also learn how to combat it effectively. I would be honoured to learn that which has been bestowed upon you.

[lordhotman]

[Zuko really didn't know that much about Eley either, but he was sure that over time they would get to know each other better. He certainly didn't have anything to hide from the spirit, so his own story was likely to come out at some point.]

It's called the Dancing Dragon. You can do it in either of your forms. Whichever you're most comfortable with.

[winds_voice]

Dancing Dragon... Then I really cannot imagine learning such a thing in a form other than that of a dragon. Besides, it is the body I feel most comfortable in.

...do you intend to teach it here? Is there some kind of preparation I should know about?

[Not that there was a problem with it but if he was going to change then he might as well do it at an appropriate location, when everything was ready.]

[lordhotman]

This place should be fine. Just as long as the trees are not in the way.

[It was a hill though, so this was probably the best place for it nearby.]

No, nothing like that. Just watch how I move and try to copy it when you're ready.

[With that Zuko takes the first stance. He will move slowly the first time so that Eley can watch and commit the movements to memory.]

[winds_voice]

[As Zuko assumes his position, Eley gives a not of understanding and closes his eyes to concentrate. A blue light seems to gather around the Spirit's body until it can no longer be seen, but instead it forms itself into a large serpentine dragon instead. Much larger than the form he was in before in any case.

The dragon steps up beside Zuko and tries to take a similar stance, watching him intently.]

I will follow. Let us dance together.

[lordhotman]

[Zuko watches as Eley transforms, waiting patiently as the dragon steps up beside him. When he's ready, the boy nods and begins.

He goes slow, doing each of the steps in succession. It is indeed like a dance, using the entirety of his body as he goes from one form to the the next.]

[winds_voice]

[Eley watches him carefully and attempts to mirror his movements and his stance, though it is perhaps more difficult being of such a great size. He follows Zuko, taking his steps as slowly as he does and trying to memorise them at the same time.

The dragon had danced before but not like this. He had to admit that he was tather satisfied about the significance of the motion.]

[lordhotman]

[Yeah, this isn't exactly your casual dance for fun and parties. This is something that is deep with meaning and history. Its a more ancient form than even Zuko realizes.

However, he's obviously practiced this and while he's taking it slow to make sure Eley memorizes the it, its still quite graceful. And it ends with his arms outstretched. He then stands up fully and looks to Eley.]

Did you get it?

[Cause if he did, they can then do it for real. Or he can show him again if necessary.]

[winds_voice]

[Eley relaxes from the final position as Zuko asks his question, seemingly thoughtful. He looks back to try to mentally re-trace their steps.]

I believe I can recall most of it. Let us try again, to be sure.

[Something this important is something he doesn't particularly want to mess up when it comes to the real thing...]

[lordhotman]

Alright.

Don't think about just the movements, but also its meaning. Feel the warmth of the sun and the strength and life it gives you.

[With that Zuko starts the dance once again. This time his movements are faster and more fluid. A warm breeze blowing through at that exact moment. Ruffling his hair and carrying with it the pink petals from the cherry trees.]