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I had a very busy "virtual" weekend that encompassed several realms.
Thurs: In WoW my Blood Elf Paladin, Fiera killed the evil troll, Kel'Gash, as her final quest to reach level 20.
After this conquest, Fiera was awarded her first War Horse.
Fri: Back in EQ, High Elf Paladin Azalysa was utilizing the double exp weekend to boost her level to 59 to also obtain her Holy Steed. While taking a break in the Guild Lobby to sell, bank, and rest, she peeked into the "Resurrection Room" and noticed an Ogre who apparently was not having a good day; however, he did manage to die quite "artfully."
Sat: Azalysa, accompanied by her Wizard Merc and "Steadfast Servant," wiped out the undead in Veksar's and now proudly gallops through Norrath on her first Holy Steed.
Sidenote: This was a particularly proud moment for Azalysa. She was "born" in 1999 and has spent years patiently watching her Woodelf "cousin" Terrillian mature in years and strength, yearning for the day she too could venture into new realms. Teril wiped tears of joy from her eyes to witness her valiant cousin achieve a long-time goal.
That evening I stepped into SecondLife to find an item featured in the December "Renaissance Hunt." The merchant who offered that item had created a "mini-hunt" on the grounds of her large property. To reach my goal I visited mystical lands including a most enjoyable and relaxing gondola ride on a scenic canal while listening to classical music. After fighting mobs this transition was soothing to body and soul. I had just completed the mini-hunt and collected my gift when I was delightfully surprised by an IM from a friend I originally met in InWorldz (another virtual world). Now also in SecondLife, my friend is a biker with the soul of an angel who loves classic rock and the blues. I was asked to join him for a dance and "catch up chat" at one of his favorite blues clubs. I quickly changed out of my Victorian holiday attire into something more appropriate for this venue and had great fun dancing to the blues.
Later on, my SL "Twin Brother" Alexi stopped by to say hello. I have been so busy in EQ and WoW that I had not visited with him for quite awhile, so this was another treat.
Before the New Year rang in, I stepped back into WoW. Having created my first toon with the Horde, I decided to see what life was like with the Alliance, thus CynWyn, a Human Paladin was "born." Being used to the elven world, CynWyn seemed a bit "chunky" in size; however it was soon evident she was born to fight and followed two of her "virtual sisters" into the profession of the Noble Paladin.
Sun: After some initial training CynWyn was deemed ready to venture out to battle the Murlocs, a particularly nasty breed of walking fish creatures. CynWyn was surprised but excited when she was offered a horse to ride the distance.
Having applied herself diligently to her training came in handy when she was attacked by an entire group of Murlocs. The combination of her sturdy physique and skill in weaponry was unleashed, leaving 5 dead Murlocs in her wake.
Having achieved level 11, CynWyn awaits further adventures.
Terrillian took a rest this weekend. She is holding steady at level 80, gaining AAs occasionally, but has been enjoying helping returning players to EQ.
Edited, Jan 2nd 2012 2:08pm by Azalysa Edited, Jan 2nd 2012 2:14pm by Azalysa Edited, Jan 3rd 2012 11:01am by Azalysa