Mèra Ûrlek Teslek: Difference between revisions

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* She studied advanced swordplay under the kingdom’s greatest warriors.

* She trained relentlessly, preparing herself for the day she and [[Merik Teslek]] would become the [[Chosen Hero and Heroine]].

* '''Swordsmanship''' – She wielded a '''Holy''' '''[[Kledrad]]''' '''blade forged by Haulthen Miltharii''', the twin Merik’s weapon.

* '''Swordsmanship''' – She wielded a '''Holy''' '''[[Kledrad]]''' '''blade forged by [[Haulthen Miltharii]]''', [[Malis Erodus]], the twin Merik’s weapon.

She pushed herself beyond her limits, preparing for the day Merik returned.

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Merik finally returned from war, but he was ''changed''.

The reunion was not simple—he was scarred, hardened, but undeniably hers. He had be desired by many females during his ~~travelled~~, but remained pure for her. He kept his vow and he did return. The years had forged them separately, but destiny would bind them once more.

The reunion was not simple—he was scarred, hardened, but undeniably hers. He had be desired by many females during his travels, but remained pure for her. He kept his vow and he did return. The years had forged them separately, but destiny would bind them once more.

Their '''[[The Binding (Valorèin)|Binding]]''' marked the culmination of their love and destiny, solidifying them as the Chosen Hero and Heroine. The ritual not only united their souls but also unlocked their true potential, allowing them to lead the Free Species against the [[Malisik Horde]].

Their '''[[The Binding (Valorèin)|Binding]]''' marked the culmination of their love and destiny, solidifying them as the [[Chosen Hero and Heroine]]. The ritual not only united their souls but also unlocked their true potential, allowing them to lead the [[Free Species]] against the [[Malisik Horde]].

=== The Burden of Healing Merik ===

When [[Merik Teslek]] returned from war, he was not the man Mèra had once known. His spirit was wounded, his mind shattered by years of conflict. Mèra struggled to love the new Merik—he was colder, sharper, haunted by horrors she could barely comprehend.

For a long time, she clung to the memory of the ~~man~~ he had been, reluctant to accept the warrior he had become. But her mother’s words echoed in her heart: ''She must heal him.'' It was her duty, not just as his future lifemate, but as the one destined to stand beside him.

For a long time, she clung to the memory of the [[Dûrka]] he had been, reluctant to accept the warrior he had become. But her mother’s words echoed in her heart: ''"She must heal him."'' It was her duty, not just as his future lifemate, but as the one destined to stand beside him.

=== The Dero’bôkor & Seeing the Truth ===

Mèra delved into the [[Dero'bôkor|Dero’bôkor]], an ancient telepathic device that creates simulations in dreams, to witness Merik’s past firsthand. Within its vast white void, she experienced his memories:

* His agonizing years at war, his near-death experiences.

* The moment he nearly took his own life—only for his locket, containing her hair, to stop the blade.

* The moment he nearly took his own life—only for his locket, containing a [[Fragment (Technology)|Fragment]] of her and a lock of her hair, to stop the blade.

* His wanderings, where he had sought solace, learned from the Free Species, and earned titles of honor.

It was within the [[Dero'bôkor]] that she finally saw Merik’s love for her, unwavering despite the passage of time. She understood then that he was not lost—only buried beneath pain.

=== Merik's Memory Transfer ===

One of the most defining moments in '''Mèra’s relationship with Merik''' was their [[Telepathic Transfer|Memory Transfer]], a powerful psionic exchange meant to accelerate her understanding of his teachings. Initially, it was intended as a practical shortcut, allowing her to absorb knowledge in mere hours rather than years. However, the moment their minds connected, Mèra realized it was far more than just an instructional tool—it was '''an intimate merging of their very souls'''. For the first time, she saw '''Merik completely unguarded''', his emotions and memories laid bare. Though he tried to hold back his deepest thoughts, she '''felt the weight of his pain, his fears, and the love he had buried so deeply even he feared to acknowledge it'''.

The connection between them became '''a temporary soul-tether''', something neither had anticipated nor fully understood. Though not the permanent bond of '''Lifemates''', the experience left a mark on both of them, forging a link that went beyond mere knowledge. Mèra, despite her initial eagerness to learn, soon found herself '''overwhelmed by the sheer intensity of what Merik had endured'''. Yet, rather than pulling away, she '''embraced it, embraced him''', determined to carry part of his burden. By the time the transfer ended, they were '''forever changed''', the distance between them irrevocably closed. And though Merik still feared the future, still hesitated to make promises he wasn’t sure he could keep, Mèra knew one thing for certain—'''she would never let him bear his burdens alone again'''.

=== The Vulgromiis & Breaking Tradition ===

Mèra turned to the [[Vulgromiis]], a rare plant capable of suppressing [[The Curse (Valorèin)]]. Consuming it came at a price—it was vile beyond words, causing intense nausea and delirium.

Mèra was turned to the [[Vulgromiis]] by her [[Kèta Paakovich Veazra|grandmother]] and [[Ig'nar Veazra|grandfather]], a rare plant capable of suppressing [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]]. Consuming it came at a price—it was vile beyond words, causing intense nausea, paranoia, and delirium.

During this time, Mèra ''boldly rejected'' taboos surrounding courtship and physical affection, embracing her love for Merik even before their binding. Traditional Valorèin courtship forbade physical contact before bonding. Yet, as she and Merik grew closer, she began to challenge this restraint. The first time they truly touched, the air between them cracked with tension—their ancestors would have been ''frothing'' at the transgression.

During this time, Mèra ''boldly rejected'' taboos surrounding courtship and physical affection, embracing her love for Merik even before their binding. Traditional Valorèin courtship forbade physical contact before bonding. Yet, as she and Merik grew closer, she began to challenge this restraint. The first time they truly touched, the air between them cracked with tension—their ancestors would have been ''frothing'' at the transgression. It was also Merik and her belief, that somehow, their ancestors were celebrating—the thirteen-[[Lethurèan Standard Calendar|Lethurèan-years]] apart saving themselves for one another.

'''Defying Tradition:''' Mèra boldly rejected taboos surrounding courtship and physical affection, embracing her love for Merik even before their binding. Her courage and passion set her apart as a trailblazer unafraid to challenge convention.

Despite this, she remained pure for Merik, waiting until their [[The Binding (Valorèin)]] to fully claim their connection. She desperately wished to perform ~~the~~ Ûlèum, but she respected [[Merik Teslek|Merik]] wish to follow tradition.

Despite this, she remained pure for Merik, waiting until their [[The Binding (Valorèin)|The Binding]] to fully claim their connection. She desperately wished to perform [[The Ûlèum]], but she respected [[Merik Teslek|Merik]] wish to follow tradition.

=== Love, Acceptance, and Destiny ===

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* Malisik Psychological Warfare: Mèra’s presence in enemy territory instilled fear, forcing the Malisik to divert resources.

===The Collapse of Mount Kilthar ===

During the Battle of Yalvathril, Mèra and Merik realized they could collapse Mount Kilthar onto the Malisik forces using their extrasensory geological perception.

During the [[Battle of Yalvathril]], Mèra and Merik realized they could collapse [[Mount Kilthar]] onto the Malisik forces using their extrasensory geological perception.

They found a deep fissure and forced it to expand, creating a massive earthquake.

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=== The Dark of [[Qoev'baka]] ===

The [[War on Uublai]] reached a dead halt as they arrived a [[Qoev'baka]]. The [[Malisik Inquisition]] had created an ~~Aerial~~ Battery Array, north of [[Qoev'baka]]. With [[Merik Teslek|Merik's]] brutal [[Mind Probe|Mind probing]] of an [[Ok'tlugarg]] lieutenant, she discovered the extent of the array that was keeping them from surveying with drones and moving north.

The [[War on Uublai]] reached a dead halt as they arrived a [[Qoev'baka]]. The [[Malisik Inquisition]] had created an [[Near-Space]] Battery Array, north of [[Qoev'baka]]. With [[Merik Teslek|Merik's]] brutal [[Mind Probe|Mind probing]] of an [[Ok'tlugarg]] lieutenant, she discovered the extent of the array that was keeping them from surveying with drones and moving north.

Mèra and Merik’s next major mission involved infiltrating [[Qoev’baka]], a dense, dark, and deadly jungle, to sabotage the Malisik Inquisition’s Aerial Battery Array. With [[Merik Teslek|Merik's]] intimate knowledge of the terrain, she and Merik led a strike team through the depths.

Mèra and Merik’s next major mission involved infiltrating [[Qoev’baka]], a dense, dark, and deadly jungle, to sabotage the Malisik Inquisition’s Aerial Battery Array. With [[Merik Teslek|Merik's]] intimate knowledge of the terrain, she and Merik led a strike team through the depths. They traverse the near constant dark for over a [[Lethurèan Standard Calendar|Lethurèan-Month]].

* The Three Power Stations: Mèra discovered that the entire array was powered by three central power stations.

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{{Dialogue

|[[Kèta Pakovich Veazra]]|Sadly the Sherok could not save everyone.

|[[Merik Teslek]]|But they did save the best of ~~use~~.

|[[Merik Teslek]]|But they did save the best of us.

}}

He emerged ''clad in white'', bearing the scars of his death but alive once more. When she saw him, she touched his face in disbelief before she collapsed into his arms, overwhelmed by the disbelief.