Once again: The plot of this story is based on JKR's Harry Potter series. Our plot weaves in 2 new characters: David Murray and Elizabeth Fawkes. While Lizzy is an addition, Dave replaces Seamus Finnigan. It also incorporates ideas borrowed from the White Wolf storyteller game system. Please also see the disclaimer at the bottom of this chapter (we won't mention which game it is here as it will give away a big surprise, but it is wicked fun to play). Many new characters will appear in following chapters which are our characters based on the game system we played. Our plot weaves around the original plot of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. We own only our own characters and our plot. All other characters and the original plot belong to JK Rowling. Please don't sue us! :) Part 2 of the disclaimer: All gaming terms, references, settings and characters relating to Werewolf: The Apocalypse are owned by White Wolf (Martyn, Macha, Dave, and Lizzy are our own characters however), no copyright infringement is intended. BTW, we are not making a penny off this.
We must now acknowledge our new bestest buddy Miss Marauder. Beta reader who can appreciate inflationary language. (See our other stories, Fractured Fairytales and Nursery Rhymes.) Now on three the chapter.
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The Lord, the Lady, and Luna
Chapter 10: Acceptance
Dave followed Macha along a path in the Umbra to that sacred place that Macha referred to as the Caern. Upon leaving the spirit world, Dave was greeted by boisterous sounds of revelry and mirth. There was, apparently, a full-scale celebration in progress.
"Gee, what's the big celebration about?" Dave asked.
"You," Macha replied with a smile, "You see, David, any time we find another Garou, especially a lost cub, is a cause for celebration."
"Welcome, Dyre Fury, Fianna Cliath Ahroun to Caern Darkness Falling," Martyn said, "I am Lainnir Roghainn¹, Silver Fang Adren Galliard, and current Warden of Caern Darkness Falling. We would be honoured if you would call this place home, and us your family."
"I would be honoured. Can you teach me about who and what I am, and where I come from?" Dave asked.
"That is the task Gaia, the Mother Goddess, has set before us," Martyn replied, "We will all teach you our history and our Litany, which are the laws we live by. We will also teach you how to defend yourself and others against the Wyrm and its minions. First, you will learn spiritual gifts that will aid you in these tasks. Second, we will teach you how to control your rage," then, continuing with a bit of a smile, "And I believe Macha has already taught you a Ritual."
"Yes, sir," Dave replied sheepishly, looking down at himself, "I'm still dressed."
"I call forth Windrunner, Moon Warrior, Coeur-de-Leon, and Spirit Wyze," Martyn called. Once assembled, Martyn commanded them, "Take Dyre Fury to the spirits that they may teach him his spiritual abilities." With that, they turned to a reflecting pool and one by one, entered the Umbra. While the five were gone, the festivities continued. About an hour later, they returned and Martyn took Dave into his study to begin teaching him to control his rage. After a short discussion, Dave returned to the festivities, which lasted well into the morning.
During the course of the celebration, Macha took Dave around to introduce him to various members of the Caern. These included Martyn's wife and six children, Macha's own two children, the two other Children of Dire, and a number of others.
"Macha, forgive me for asking, but I noticed you didn't introduce your husband," Dave mentioned, a bit hesitantly.
"My husband was kinfolk, but died the death of the noblest of Garou warriors," Macha replied, "He was killed by Black Spiral Dancers."
"What happened to them? If you don't mind talking about it?" Dave asked.
"Martyn brought back their leader for me to mete out justice. The remaining twenty or so were slaughtered by Martyn, with Wyrmrist, his Grand Klaive."
"By himself? And what's a Grand Klaive?"
"By himself, yes. You see my sword? I call it 'Sting'. It is a Klaive, a Garou weapon with a spirit bound inside of it. This allows it to harm both shape-shifters and spirits. This is a fairly powerful weapon, but it is still only a Klaive. It pales in comparison to Martyn's Grand Klaive, the claymore that he carries on his back. The simple fact that he has a Grand Klaive gains him tremendous respect, as such things are not just handed out, they must be earned," Macha replied.
"Why does he call it 'Wyrmrist'?" Dave asked.
"That is a story that Martyn should tell you himself. However, I will tell you that Wyrmrist is ancient Sindarin and means 'Bane-cleaver'. Now, it's getting late and I'm sure Martyn's going to put you through the wringer tomorrow so get some sleep, and try to relax. This is what we are! This is what you are! And that, makes us family."
Macha took Dave to a room that he noticed was marked with several glyphs. He recognized them as the Fianna, the Ahroun, and the last he surmised was his own name. "It feels good to know I have a place I can call home, one that actually has a family in it."
"David, we will always be here for you. Now go get some sleep." Macha said before retiring to her own room.
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1 - Lainnir Roghainn (pronounced Laneer Rogan) = Falcon's Choice in Gaelic
LizFawkes85 Thanks for the review, it's hard to put game terms into non-game language so that a non-werewolf player would understand, but we try our best. Thanks again.
Miss Marauder1 Thanks again for your constant help. We will probably, starting in year four, be rewriting some things. Dave will probably fall for Hermione, but will eventually get with Lizzy and Ron and Hermione will pair up. Oh yes, and SIRIUS WILL LIVE.