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Junipers Lecture On Biodiversity And The Forest Connection 240731

On a decrepit street in a forgotten part of town, a tumultuous scene unfolded involving a diverse cast of characters, each with their own motives and actions amidst the chaos. Juniper, initially obscured, is revealed through the interactions around her, marking a pivot towards clarity in the ever-complicated narrative. Freya, offering both support and practical assistance, stands out in her efforts to manage the scene, particularly with her care towards Juniper and a wounded Viktorin. A sense of camaraderie, albeit strained and complex, is palpable among the group, with characters like Trevor and Tabitha playing pivotal roles in the unfolding drama. Their actions, ranging from combat to care, weave a dense tapestry of alliance and enmity.

As the night progresses, the focus narrows to the intricate dance of power and vulnerability, exemplified by Trevor's victory and Viktorin's threat of future retribution. The tension between untying Viktorin or leaving him restrained underlines the group's uncertainty and the lingering effects of the conflict. Jodie's nonchalant exit and proposition to Freya hint at future alliances, while Juniper's withdrawal signals a disengagement from the immediate turmoil. In the end, the narrative closes on an unresolved note, with relationships altered and futures uncertain, leaving the characters at a crossroads of potential conflict and reconciliation.
(Juniper's lecture on Biodiversity and the Forest Connection)

[Tue Jul 30 2024]

On Seedy Devilwood Drive alongside the Old Shipping Yard
Cracked and pothole-ridden asphalt roads make up this part of town,
bordered on either side by poorly maintained cracked sidewalks. The
aluminum streetlights are painted a deep, chipped green and appear regularly
along the side, illuminating the street in spots of warm electric light when
it's dark. Where the street is widest small median islands appear with old
twisted trees planted in them. The buildings that line the street seem old
and poorly taken care of.

It is night, about 90F(32C) degrees, There is a waning crescent moon.

Freya offers her dress towards Juniper(wolf)

Freya holds up the dress so that the woman can shift behind it if she wishes.

After a moment, and not looking to linger too long in such a crowded room, Nikolai drawls out, "Oh, no. The wild animals are out. Someone should call ranger!"

Coughing up blood, Viktorin finally opens his eyes, gasping a little. He's a bit limp, seemingly not even trying to move despite the fact that he's awake. Even so, he groans and those groans elicit more groans.

Damn. Jodie picked the exact moment she needed to not get pointed at by Nikolai.

Freya looks at Jodie, "Uhhh sorry I don't have another spare..."

Nikolai says "I will take leave."
Nikolai says "Good fighting."
Freya says "Thanks for coming"
"I dont know why you are so nervous about showing off, you've got a nice body." Jodie admits to Freya as she turns, standing there naked for a moment in front of everyone. She shrugs, moving to find a pile of clothes hidden in a bush.

Freya looks over at Viktorin, "Is this a after fight snack for us?" She asks no one in particular.

Harriet hmms and watches for a moment, then sighs. "No one had petrol, did they?" She salutes poor Viktorin and drives off to get some gasoline.

Korina shakes her head in a nope, especially when there's wolves involved.

Autumn says "Wow, Vik already got done with?"
Tabitha seems to now notice the group that has gathered about poor Viktorin, whom she smiles down at. "You ok, Vik? I heard it was epic..." She looks to the group now. "And the monster?" she asks of anyone there.

"Hey. Trev. What the hell happened here?" Juniper asks, finally able to use her voice again, though it's a bit dry and hoarse as per usual.

Viktorin wakes up, so he seems fine enough. Trevor takes a small step back, and tilts his head towards Juniper, "We got into a fight," Trevor explains - a little irritation in his voice at seemingly having to explain the situation again. "I won."

Freya pretends they didn't just walk off with Harry and continues to look down at the helpless Viktorin at her feet. "You okay mate?" She asks as she looks over at Trevor, "I heard that monster could affect people mentally."

Freya says "your brains probalby got played with"
"Shit," Juniper responds to Trevor with a modicum of sympathy. "Nicely done though?"

"Maybe you can untie him? I don't think, with it dead... it is dead? I don't think he's in danger of trying to fight Trevor again." Tabitha says, storing the zipties that were part of the two given to Trevor to tie Viktorin up in the first place.

Freya crouches down to assess Viktorin's injuries looking over him with a critical eye. "Was your nose broken before?" She asks as she studies the man's face and then shines her phone light into his eyes to check his pupils.

Trevor grunts at Tabitha, "Vik?" Trevor says, squatting down to face the man again. "We good?" He asks him.

Turning his eyes towards Trevor, Viktorin feebly states, "I am going to hunt you down and strike you down... when I get better..."

Tabitha blinks owlishly at Trevor. "What was that for?'"

"I think you might end up in the same situation," Tabitha says to Viktorin, shifting her weight from one heel to the other.

Trevor looks at Tabitha, "What was what for?" He replies, his head cocking to a side - he turns to Freya, "You see? Why are we untying him? He's still pissed off."

Viktorin says "I must strike him down."
Juniper slips away from the crowd, checking her phone while the scene is attended by far too many gawkers.

"Wellll." Jodie noises, showing complete disinterest with the ongoings. She glances to Freya, "Lets hook up and see whats up sometime. We fight good together. I'm gonna piss off now."