dragonqueen Posted July 6, 2004 Report Posted July 6, 2004 (edited) Off to the side stands a rather conspicious black tent embellished with star dust. In front of the tent there stands a sign post, obviously painted black in a hurry. In swirly, mystical-looking letters, the sign reads: Tarot Readings, 5 Geld Inside the candlelit tent is a small, round black table. There are two smooth, polished black chairs, one on either side. Dragonqueen sits in the farther one, and a deck of strange, squarish cards rests on the table in front of her. Smiling, she pushes a silver cup engraved with the word "Geld" towards you. OOC: I'll try to check this often... Oh yes, and if you were wondering, the 5 geld you pay is real, true-earned geld, and I will do a tarot reading for you. Edited July 6, 2004 by dragonqueen
Katzaniel Posted July 6, 2004 Report Posted July 6, 2004 Katzaniel, on a break from running her own booth, stops by. "I think I've got some Geld around here somewhere," she muses to herself, pulling out a fivepiece. The tigertaur drops it onto the counter. "Do your worst!"
dragonqueen Posted July 6, 2004 Author Report Posted July 6, 2004 Dragonqueen grins at her first customer and begins. Handing the deck of cards to Katzaniel, Dragonqueen instructs her customer in the first part of the tarot reading. "Hold the deck face down and shuffle them for, oh, fifteen seconds. Try and clear your mind." Dragonqueen watches Katzaniel shuffle for a moment, then stops her. "Okay, good. Now, use your left hand to divide the deck in to four piles from left to right." With the cards laid out in their piles, Dragonqueen finishes the reading while Katzaniel watches. She takes the top card from each pile and lays them on the table in a lopsided pyramid - one on the top, three on the bottom. Examining the cards, she tells Katzaniel the results. "Let's see...what's at hand. The five of wands. Morale is low. Stay calm through the chaos and remember who you are. And one more thing. Read all of the fine print - legal troubles are possible now. Moving on to past influences...the king of swords. You have a keen imagination which helps you to be independent...cultivate your talents. Seek the company of those who care. Next, something to think on. The queen of cups. Life is about more than everyday worries. Take time to examine spiritual beliefs and don't get bogged down by details. Last but not least, what you should do. Sixteen, the tower. Oo, and it's reversed too. Delays are unavoidable. A fall is likely. Little cooperation and plenty of bossiness. Be prepared to change courses in the middle of things." Done with the reading, Dragonqueen sits back in her chair and waves to Katzaniel. "Well, that's your reading. Thank you for your time and money. And remember, the cards provide clues, not answers."
Katzaniel Posted July 6, 2004 Report Posted July 6, 2004 OOC: Huh. Most of that is more applicable than one might think. Good food for thought. Thanks.
The Portrait of Zool Posted July 6, 2004 Report Posted July 6, 2004 Grimmael comes in carrying a huge bundle. Plunking it down in front of the table he whips off the cover to reveal the full standing portrait of Zool - on break from the kissing booth. "I am afraid I am unable to shuffle the cards as you request, but my familiar the rubber chicken can assist, if need be." Grimmael obligingly puts 5 Geld in the silver cup.
dragonqueen Posted July 6, 2004 Author Report Posted July 6, 2004 Dragonqueen is jerked from a pleasent fantasy of french onion soup when she hears another coin clink. Sitting up straight and smiling, she welcomes her next customer. "Welcome! The rubber chicken shall have to do. Here, take the deck and shuffle it. Yes, that's it. Now cut the deck into four piles from left to right with your left hand. I'll take over now." The second runthrough of the routine goes smoother and a bit quicker, as Dragonqueen's had a chance to get used to it. It's not like she usually sets up tarot booths for geld. Laying out the cards in their pattern, Dragonqueen leans over to get a closer look at them. "What's at hand in your life...the knight of cups. A break from responsibilities soon arrives. Let yourself be pampered. Give yourself a treat. Hm, that's a strange present you got there. Your past influences...the ten of cups. Tender loving care brings the best results. Speak from your heart. A sudden infatuation is likely. Food and drink become more appealing now; don't overdo it. What you should ponder...two of swords, reversed. Your ability to see everybody's point of view hampers your ability to make decisions. Aim for cooperation, rather than confrontation. What to do about all of this, the judgement card, reversed. Your desire to flee is strong. Listen hard and keep your mouth shut. Self-esteem needs a boost. Act now without fear. An interesting reading for a picture. A majority of cups warns against letting emotions cloud reason. Ah well, your problem, not mine. I just read the cards. Thank you for your money - and time." Dragonqueen finishes the reading and yawns. All this work is wearing her out. OOC: Yes, usually the tarot cards are pretty helpful if you do it right.
The Portrait of Zool Posted July 7, 2004 Report Posted July 7, 2004 "Ah yes," says Zool, "Cups does carry tremendous meaning of late - in both aspects. I thank you." As Zool bowed low within his portrait Grimmael threw the tarp back over him, that he could be removed without damage. With a squawk the rubber chicken ran under the cloth and disappeared just before the manservant hoisted the painting up, and they gratefully withdrew.
Gwaihir Posted July 7, 2004 Report Posted July 7, 2004 Gwaihir walks up and grins. "Well, I don't have any geld yet, but I'll gladly pay you Tuesday for a tarot-reading today."
dragonqueen Posted July 7, 2004 Author Report Posted July 7, 2004 Dragonqueen shrugs. "I suppose, but don't you forget to pay me! And I assume you don't mean Tuesday yesterday?" Shaking her head over her own soft heart, Dragonqueen gathers up her cards and gives them to Gwaihir. "Alright. Shuffle them face down. Now, four piles, left to right, with your left hand. Good. Let's see...the pattern." Dragonqueen flips the top card of each pile over and places them in the correct spots. "What's at hand...knight of cups, reversed. Don't be in such a hurry to get things done. Think before you act. Take a vacation from your responsibilities. Influences in the past...five of wands. People around you are cranky. Stay calm through the storm and remember who you are. Read all of the fine print. Something to think about...the three of pentacles, reversed. Don't let your insecurity drive you to be too generous to the needy. You'll have less energy and less money. Finally, actions to take. The queen of cups. Remember that life is more than day-to-day worries. Don't get bogged down by trivial details or demands of others. That's your reading, sir. I will see you on Tuesday, I hope..."
Vigil StarGazer Posted July 7, 2004 Report Posted July 7, 2004 (edited) DragonQueen was very much surprise as A Dark Mysterious Figure appears inside inside the cozy black gypsie style tent as thought he has always been there. There was no hint of his enterance except for the rustling of the tent's flaps and the faint settling of his robes. The dark mysterious figure proceed to occupy the now empty seat. A pale skeletal hand slowly stretched out from the robe sleeves and drop 15 geld in the jar, the clinging of the geld echoed in the silent and supenseful atmosphere. "One for Love, One for Career, and One for Creativity" said a voice from within the omnious hood. Edited July 7, 2004 by Vigil StarGazer
dragonqueen Posted July 8, 2004 Author Report Posted July 8, 2004 Dragonqueen swallows her surprise and sighs. These readings get tiring fast. Oh well, it pays. "Three readings? I assume that's what you mean. Well, you paid. Alright, sir, take these cards and shuffle them, face down. Focus on love. Right. Now with your left hand seperate the deck into four piles." Dragonqueen watches her customer, and then deals out the cards. "What's at hand...the queen of pentacles, reversed. What you lack in daring, you make up in persistence. Stay focused. Don't let others sway you off course. Past influences...the devil. Matter over powers mind. Desires rule. Beware the darkside. Cleanse yourself of behaviors and habits that are doing you no good. Ponder this...ace of pentacles, reversed. Don't let self-doubt get the best of you. Money may become tight. Beware of recklessness. Surround yourself with people who look out for you. What to do about it all...page of pentacles. You want to be financially independent, so why not get started? You may have to put up with criticism from family and friends, but this is the time to push foward and improve the quality of life. Whatever that means. Let's see, a majority of pentacles...approach everything like an accountant and aim for profit." Dragonqueen leans back in her chair and yawns. "Your first reading, sir. If you don't mind, I've been doing readings all day, and I'm dying for a nap. I'll be happy to do your two readings after that." Without waiting for acquiesence, Dragonqueen's eyes drop close and she falls into a doze.
Vigil StarGazer Posted July 8, 2004 Report Posted July 8, 2004 Leaving a shell of his existance inside dragonqueen's tent and spirit away back to his secret hideout... "hmmm... get rid of past habits huh?" the dark figure pondered and at once he summon the office shredded and began to shread his porn collection all at once pass.... the machine began to do its magic and naughty pictures is reduced to semi erotic ribbons... (sound of machinry dying) "WTF? hey what's going on? why all of a sudden all the power went out?" The dark mysterious figure summon a ball of light and went to check on his fuse box... no use the whole thing was burnt. Next he peek outside and realized the whole block was out of power. He ventured to the next power outlet and tried to pulled some cable... until he realized the next block... along with the rest of the city's power all went out. (HeadLine News report: On the summer of august 2003 an unnamed omninious figure attemped to shrewd his porn collection in one pass, resulting in an electrical power outage that leaves Toronto and five major american cities without power for three days and causing an estimated 8 million dollars lost ...) "Damn it, should have also read the next card ace of pentacles, reversed." The dark mysterious muttered.
Katzaniel Posted July 8, 2004 Report Posted July 8, 2004 OOC: Money may become tight, Vigil. Are you sure you want to do those other two readings?
dragonqueen Posted July 8, 2004 Author Report Posted July 8, 2004 Dragonqueen awakens with a luxurious stretch and yawns. "Ah, I feel much better. Now, those other readings... Take the cards, shuffle them and focus on your career. Now four piles, left to right." As Vigil is already familiar with the routine, Dragonqueen doesn't bother elaborating. "What's at hand...temperance. Compromise brings happiness. Try to see others' point of view. Use common sense. Postpone arguments and debates until the people around you are open minded. Past influences...the wheel of fortune, reversed. Luck isn't on your side. Don't do anything you might regret. This is not a good time to be alone. Ask questions, seek answers, try options. Ponder this...the devil, reversed. Things are unclear for you now. Don't judge others too harshly. Others seem set in their ways. Are you? Don't let past issues cloud your progress. Last, what to do. The ten of swords. Trouble in personal relationships has been weighing on your mind. Your ability to solve problems can be determined only when you apply what you know. That's it for career. Now, are you sure you want that last reading?" OOC: Stop trying to scare my customers away!
Annael Posted July 8, 2004 Report Posted July 8, 2004 Annael approaches the tent quietly, 5 butterflies flying low, each one carrying 1 geld in their tiny feet. Seeing that someone was getting a reading done, she waits off to the side, laughing at the butterflies as they tried to do air acrobatics while being weighted down.
dragonqueen Posted July 8, 2004 Author Report Posted July 8, 2004 Hearing no reply, Dragonqueen shrugs. "Well, whatever. I'll just do it so I can get to other customers. Here Mr. Vigil, shuffle the cards and think of creativity. Then four piles...yes, perfect." "What's at hand...the devil, reversed. Seems to be a popular card these days. Things are unclear for you now. Don't let yourself be intimidated. Others seem uptight, set in their ways. Don't let past things cloud today's progress. Past influences: the page of cups. Don't get upset if things don't go as you hoped. Be open to alternatives. Beware of childish behavior. To think on...the three of wands, reversed. Stop struggling. Stay focused. Ask questions. Take time to clearly define your goals. And finally, action. The seven of wands, reversed. Don't be indecisive. Say what you feel and move on. Situations are nowhere near resolution, so be patient. Well, that's it. All three readings. Move along now." OOC: Ooo...a red topic...
Mynx Posted July 9, 2004 Report Posted July 9, 2004 Mynx walks up and smiles, paying her fee. Shuffling the cards she places them in teh four requested piles and waits
dragonqueen Posted July 9, 2004 Author Report Posted July 9, 2004 "Lovely, someone who makes it easy for me. What's at hand: the three of cups. People around you are seeking acknowledgement in the form of affection. Flexibility will bring luck. Family problems will mellow. Past...ace of cups, reversed. Accept assitance from others. Don't be too full of yourself. Know when to say no. Ponder...the ace of pentacles. Good luck with business endeavors and recognition for a job well done Enjoy and demand life's pleasures. What to do...the ten of swords. Trouble in personal relationships has been weighing on your mind. Your ability to solve problems can be determined only when you apply what you know and feel." Dragonqueen finishes the reading and smiles. "Ah, so refreshing to have a customer besides Vigil. Annael, I'll get to you in one moment..."
Mynx Posted July 9, 2004 Report Posted July 9, 2004 Mynx takes this all in, a quiet look of amazement on her face, before bowing low and leaving the booth
cryptomancer Posted July 9, 2004 Report Posted July 9, 2004 The Raven lands upon the table, places payment in a small stack, shuffles cards and places them in the 4 piles. "tell me straight tell me true what the cards say what will the future do" then he sits and waits.
dragonqueen Posted July 10, 2004 Author Report Posted July 10, 2004 Dragonqueen lays out the cards and glances at them... "What's at hand...zero, the fool. Take things as they are. Things are going as planned. Do your part to settle disagreements. Smother others with kindness. The past...death, reversed. Perhaps you are egocentric. Be prepared to lend a shoulder and a kleenex. Ask for favors and offer them. Delays are likely. Honesty brings rewards. Interesting card, that. Ponder this...strength. Love conquers all. Try to be a peacemaker. Weigh all sides of the situation. Stubborness is you challenge of the moment. Action to take...five of swords, reversed. Beware of pessism. You have to work harder, but success may not come quick. Don't neglect your health. Thank you for your money sir...oh, and time." Dragonqueen flashes a tired smile and runs her fingers through her hair. "Annael, I believe you've been waiting... If you'll take this deck and shuffle it..." Dragonqueen collects the cards and hands them to Annael.
cryptomancer Posted July 10, 2004 Report Posted July 10, 2004 The raven departs, "thank you my lady, for the time you give, and the words of knowledge you favour me with."
dragonqueen Posted July 11, 2004 Author Report Posted July 11, 2004 "Four piles, please. Wonderful. Now the pattern..." Dragonqueen reads Annael's cards... "What's at hand...king of cups. Go easy on yourself and accept what the day brings. Control your temper. Try not to feel pressured by deadlines. Past influences...four of cups. Look at matters from a different perspective. Your heart has been ruling your head. Share your thoughts and don't be selfish. Ponder...the ace of pentacles. This card heralds goodluck. This is a great time to apply for new work or seek a promtion. Action...ten of wands, reversed. Focus your energy. Be sure you have an objective and you're not just blowing off steam. A majority of upright cards means you are in control...unusual."
Gryphon Posted July 11, 2004 Report Posted July 11, 2004 As Annael leaves dragonqueen's tent Gryphon holds back the flap for her with a slight bow, then enters the tent himself... Bowing again to dragonqueen he deposits the required 5 Geld on the table and speaks: "Seer, may I have a reading? I have been speaking with my friends and they are impressed with thee... It is through them that I know what to do". With an indication of permission from dragonqueen Gryphon shuffles the cards with reverance stopping when it just feels right and divides them into the 4 piles - left to right - and waits politely.
dragonqueen Posted July 12, 2004 Author Report Posted July 12, 2004 "Of course! I couldn't bear to turn away a customer and their geld! Let's have a look a those cards..." "What's at hand...the magician. Now is the time to sttretch yourself and test your limits. Be adventurous, daring, and competitive. Success and recognition will follow. Past influences...the moon! People are acting clannish and emotional. Don't join the crowd. Read between the lines. Have patience. Food for thought...the king of wands, reversed. Seek new options for growth. Stay within ethical boundaries and don't be too aggressive. Actions to take...the king of cups, reversed. Associates seem to be moving slowly. Have a backup plan. Find a helping hand in old friends and family. There you go sir, thank you very much. Next customer, step right up! Come on, we don't have all day..." Dragonqueen pays little attention to Gryphon after the reading is done. She collects the cards as she speaks, eager to earn more geld before the end of the festival...
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