Tuesday, November 16, 2004

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On the 14th of November it was the Hari Raya Celebration which is celebrated by the Malaysians. I have to go back to my Grandmothers house since all the family members, my uncle my aunts and all of my cousins around the country will be gathering there to celebrate raya and it’s a tradition to ‘balik kampung’ (go back home to your grandparents or parents place) . SO I was not here for quite sometime.

A little bit info on Hari Raya
Celebrated by the Muslims signifies the end of the fasting season of Ramadan for a month. The celebration is determined by sighting of the new moon. This is the most significant celebration for the Muslims. Muslims starts the day by congregating in the mosques early in the morning to perform Hari Raya Puasa prayers followed by visits to the graves of the departed.
This festive occasion is greeted with great joy, the young will ask for forgiveness from their elders and everyone will put on new clothes. Open house or invitation for relatives and friends to come to their house is practised. Plenty of traditional Malay delicacies are served during this festive season. Houses are thoroughly cleaned and decorated with the lighting of oil lamps to welcome the angels which is believed to be visiting the earth during the seven days preceding the festivall. The celebration lasts for a month which the celebration is concentrated in the first three days.
Also childrens are given money by adults during Hari Raya by their families and also by the people whose house is visited by them. Its kinda like Halloween where you said ‘tricks or treats’ but instead of getting candies or chocolates, children gets money instead. A reason why children loves the Raya celebration.

Now, onto my art blabber

Ok I did say on the last post that I wanted to draw one of my old character, of course I did it and I did quite a lot of sketches of how I want to actually draw it. I will try to put some of it on the site tomorrow (Just hope the scanners working..)

Ok now I will go to tell my story but before that this is some site from my fellow Malaysians worth a visit. Please try and look at the sites. I promise you that you won’t be disappointed!

gndagnor.deviantart.com

shadabanime.net

Since it have been quite a long time I hadn’t write any story, I think its time for me to put it up, so let us continue with the story.


Eve of The Eternals
Part 19: Time to move out!

So its story time I guess..

After the war with the Calcaem army in Elvennia ended, Queen Vinedia focuses on the development of her country. The Dargunon have been invited by Vinedia to stay with the people in Elvennia city which their leader Hacion agreed and also, he offered the service of the Dargunon to the Queen which Gelweintall sees as a great boost of power in the army.

One day in the throne room, Gelweintall and Felimor propose a plan to go to the North and take over the land under the control of the Calcaem Empire. Vinedia disagree with the idea since her kingdom is in peace and she thinks that another fight against the Calcaem is pointless. Gelweintall and Felimor think Vinedia is seeing it the wrong way.

"Queen Vinedia, I have been in the enemy camp after the battle in Elvennia disguised as an officer. From what I've heard, the Calcaem realize their mistake by underestimating us lat time and now they are sending another wave of their soldiers, this time the units will consist of elites and magical units. We will not be lucky this time unlesss we weaken their influence and slowly crush the core before they may take action".

Gelweintall who was standing silence next to Felimor a moment ago continued. “I know these Calcaem people, they won't stop until they get it. While we are sitting peacefully here, they are already preparing their war plan on this city. They may made the mistake the last time but this time when they hit this city, I assure you Vinedia, the city will fall."

Vinedia kept quiet on her throne for a while, she is thinking on a decision to make. Gelweintall and Felimor told her to take some time to think, and they leave her alone in the throne room. "This will be hard on her, but until we can assure that the Calcaem won't touch this land, peace is only a dream for the people here.” said Gelweintall walking out of the castle.
"I just hope she can understand. Besides, our homeland is also under the control of Calcaem. We have to take it back." Replied Felimor before he said goodbye and walks away from Gelweintall.

For days Vinedia kept thinking on the decision she have to make. Her ministers including Gelweintall who are concerned with her situation adviced her to take some fresh air outside the castle so that she could ease her mind. Vinedia agreed, and riding her horse Vilvendi she went to a lake near Elvennia city." So, the Calcaem won't stop until they get the city under their control, I have to stop the empire lust for conquest but I also don't want to get my people involved. I don't actually know what to do." She then sat on the grass and watch the swan on the lake. Then she heard a loud voice.

First Vinedia heard a voice of a young girl
"Brother Gal! I knew it! You are fishing at this lake again, father is so angry you are not helping at the farm!"
Then, another voice of a man heard by Vinedia
"Hey cool down, you are scaring the fish."
"Oh yeah, I show you how cool I am!" Again the voice of the girl was heard, she sounded really angry which a loud punch sound was heard after the girl finished her word.

A hooded figure came out flying and falling near the place where Vinedia is sitting. "Ouch! Couldn't she go easy on me!" said the hooded figure which only his green eyes could be seen while rubbing his butt. "Are you alright." Vinedia asked the hooded man which the man was shocked upon seeing her and tries to run away.
"Oh no you don't! Show some respect to Queen Raynear, brother!" A girl quickly grabbed the man's clothes, it was Miene!
"Queen Raynear, what are you doing here, you fishing too?" Miene was so happy to see Vinedia and forced Galcalivern to sit and talk to the Queen.

"Hello Galcalivern, how are you doing?." Vinedia smiled to Galcalivern. Galcalivern kept silence until Miene punched him. "Er, er.. I'm fine, thank you for asking and what such beautiful queen be doing here at the lake.” The Queen blushed upon hearing Galcalivern’s word and she told Miene and Galcalivern about the things that Gelweintall and Felimor had told her. There was silence for a while. “You know what I think. I think you are only thinking of yourself.” Galcalivern quickly replied. “Brother!” Miene interrupted. “Queen Raynear, try asking my sister if she will go against Calcaem if you choose to go and fight them.” Galcalivern points to Miene, ‘Of course I will follow her anywhere! She does it for the sake of her kingdom, where ever you go and who over you will be facing you can count on your most loyal soldier! Me! C’mon Calcaem I will defeat you all!” Miene started to punch the air.

Vinedia didn’t say anything, she don’t know what to say, “What actually I’m trying to tell you is, that that you have to let the people decide too instead you alone makes the decision for them. Try to ask them, you will get the answer”. After hearing Galcalivern’s word Vinedia looked at the lake, the sky was getting dark and the lake reflects the sun setting down. Then saw a swan starts to fly leaving the lake which is then followed by other swans. She let closed her eyes then she thanked Galcalivern for his advice. Then, she looks at Galcalivern again and asked him why he hides his face. Galcalivern told Vinedia he had lots of scars on his face and makes people scared upon seeing it. Some how Vinedia think he was lying and had other reason for hiding his face.

Then Vinedia said something that shocked Galcalivern. “I have this familiar feeling when coming out from you, somehow this feeling is familiar when I meet Elsia….”
“Elsia! You know her?” Said Galcalivern in a surprised tone.
“Huh, you know her too?” Vinedia also seems surprised.
“Eh ah, no, Elsia? Maybe I heard that name before, no maybe a person with the same name..” Galcalivern starts to act weird.
Then Vinedia continued. “Well I thought you would know her, but this feeling… could you be….” Galcalivern starts to shake in fear. Before Vinedia could finish her word Miene interrupted their conversation. “Queen Raynear, let’s go eat, I’ll cook you something good!” Seeing the chance, Galcalivern quickly runs away.

Vinedia wanted to run after Galcalivern but she decided to go to Miene’s place to have dinner. Maybe she could meet with Galcalivern again there. There Vinedia met with Miene’s father who was very happy to see the queen having dinner at his place. Vinedia enjoyed herself there eating Miene’s delicious cooking and hearing Mr Viemphor’s tale. After a while as Vinedia have hoped, Galcalivern enters the house, again he was shocked and starts to sweat upon seeing Vinedia having dinner with his family. He started to quickly get out of the house when Vinedia quickly grabbed his clothes at the back and forced him to sit next to her. Miene and their father, Mr Viemphor laughed watching the scene and they all laughed the most when Galcalivern starts to blush. Watching the cloth that covers Galcalivern’s face turns red really amazes Vinedia and she becomes more interested in finding out Galcalivern’s true identity.

After a while at the Viemphor’s home, its time for Vinedia to return to the castle. “Going back so soon Queen Raynear? “ said Miene looking a little bit sad.
“Yes, I have to get back to the castle, the people at the castle might be worried if I have been out for quite a long time especially Gelweintall. He might rush out from the castle looking for me.”
“That old man? He really takes good care of you Queen Raynear, send my regards to that old man and tell him not to worry to much or his hair would fall quickly!” They both laughed. Eventhough somewhat scared and still blushing Galcalivern reminds Vinedia of the decision to make. “Remember, its you and your people… not you alone….” Vinedia thanked the family for the good food and their hospitalities, waves goodbye and rides away with Vilvendi to Elvennia city. Vinedia waves back shouting goodbye to the queen, and Galcalivern who was standing next to Miene fall flat on the ground, his energy and spirits seems to be washed away from the attempt to hide his identity from Vinedia.”Haha brother Gal, today have really been a tough day to you huh? Now lets go back inside.” Miene said smiling while dragging the flat Galcalivern into the house.

On the next day Vinedia made a royal announcement to the people of Elvennia on going to war against the Calcaem Empire. To her surprise her people supported on the fight against the Calcaem. Vinedia was touched by her people support. Her people know that their queen is doing it for the good of the kingdom. Vinedia gave the orders to prepare the army on the same day. After month of preparation it is time for the Elvennian army to move out into the north continent. All the army gathered at the ships that will be carrying them to the north continent. The families of the soldiers bids them farewell on the journey, Mr. Viemphor and Galcalivern also came to bids Miene farewell. And so all the ships start to sail to the north continent for the battle against the Calcaem.

Before the last ship departs, Galcalivern quickly took out a large sack which seems to contains metal equipment and quickly said goodbye to his father who was quite surprised. “You are going too?” said Mr. Viemphor, his eyes opened wide surprised that Galcalivern saying goodbye to him.
“Somebody have to watch over Miene, I’ll make sure that she will return home safely.”after finished with his word he waves goodbye and quickly runs after the last ship which already starts to depart.Seeing that Galcalivern sneaking into the ship makes Mr. Viemphor kind of worried, “Oh my dear Eternals, instead of becoming a soldier, he actually becomes a stowaway.”


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