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bundoesnotcompete · 4 months ago

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This feels rushed to me but its been rotting away in my drafts and i at least wanted to finish it.

Reader is an adeptus and god. Goes from Ancient Liyue to Current day.

Spelling and wording errors to be expected i wrote this on mobile

Summary: Snippets of history between you and your husband. From enemies to lovers.

"General Mushen! The tales of the ruling god of Kunlun and Morax are numerous. From sworn enemies to close allies, there are many tales I could choose to tell." The storyteller began as he caught the attention of the crowd of him. The teahouse was packed full of both locals and tourists, all wanting to hear tales of the Immovable General Mushen.

The city was beginning festivites to celebrate the union of Kunlun Mountains of the Liyue region. It was one of the largest festivals in all of Liyue. The storyteller began to speak and the crowd was drawn in closer. A brown haired man with Amber eyes watched and listened intently, ignoring his companions grumbling.

"The story I will tell is of the beginnings of the union of Ancient Liyue and Kunlun."

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As the guardian diety of the Kunlan mountains, you were highly territorial. No one stepped onto your land that wasn't allowed. The mountain's forestry would be hostile and moving through the mountains would be made near impossible. Humans and adepti alike were careful not to anger or disturb you. Angering a dragon adeptus often ended poorly, especially one of your power. In return, you protected those lesser than you. They were apart of your territory, afterall.

When what would become known as the Archon Wars began, many gods thought that they could take your mountains. You proved then wrong by killing all who intended to take what was yours.

The massacre of a village outside had also enraged both you and the rest of your people. While it had been outside off your territory, many adeptus and humans alike had family there. In a few short days, the army of Kunlun was ruthlessly being trained.

Though skirmashes were becoming rarer these days, you told your armies to remain alert. The cold war you were having with your southerly neighbor, Rex Lapis, was quickly turning hot. Other gods were also fanning the flames for a war between you two.

"My Lord." A bird like adeptus kneeled at your feet, her head hung low. Blood coated her armor and she looked hurried. Considering she came through your window, you were inclined to believe something major was happening. "Rex Lapis's forces are being held at the base of Ying Mountain. They believe us to have attacked them and now they are mounting for a fully fledged war." She flinched as the tea cup you held in you clawed hand shattered.

"General Guan Yu is holding the lines."

"Tell Fuxi to prepare his forces." You commanded harshly, your temper flaring at the audacity of Rex Lapis. "Inform all generals to defend their territories. They will deal with it from there. Go. Now." The growl of your dismissal had the adeptus shifting and fleeing to do as ordered.

For the next forty years, the conflict that followed was intense and bloody. Your forces were quick to push the enemy back, but stalemate had occured. Along with that, no matter how many times you bloodied and nearly killed each other, neither you or Rex Lapis was willing to give up. The war was taking a war on both forces and other gods were beginning to prey upon that fact.

It was what lead you here, making a contract with your sworn enemy. Neither of you were pleased with each other's presence, and it was causing tensions. Both sides held deep disliking for each other.

The adeptus in front of you scowled. His companion next to him was smiling. Amber eyes drilled into you and you glared back. Your tail was thumping angrily on the ground behind you. The air between you two was thick enough to cut.

Both sides forces stood behind their leaders. Adeptus and humans mixed together in the crowds.

"Do not think of this as a permenant agreement Rex Lapis." You grounded out. "We both are wasting resources that could be used to quash other gods. Once it is just us two we will go back to trying to kill eachother. Until then this contract will keep us and our forces bound to help eachother in our times of need. Whether that be resources or war." The scrolls in front of you on the table flapped gently in the breeze. Both of you had signed the contract, and breaking it would damn either of you.

Thus, the first contracts binding Liyue and the Kunlan mountains together were made. After nearly fourty years of conflict, your war with your enemy was ended bitterly.

The contracts would be used throughly over the next few hundred years and tensions would die down as you begrudingly accepted your neighbor. Though the whole throwing rocks at you to be an annoyance was going to have to stop, else you might restart the war on your neighbor.

"Prehaps you are getting old." A swift hit to Rex Lapis's gut had him heaving as you two sparred one afternoon. The man smiled up at you from his spot on the ground. "Now dear friend, you know i don't mean that-" You kicked him across the field.

"I am not your friend you fiend." You growled as you approached him. He got up from the ground and was laughing. It was one of the few moments you got to see him truly happy. Ignoring the tightening in your chest, you approached him with the malicious intent to wipe that pretty smile of his face. He held his hands up as you tried to grab his arms.

"I surrender, this time." He spoke, smile on full display. You would be a liar if you said he wasn't handsome and fun to be around, but he was your sworn arch-enemy. You were not having a crush on him. You could not allow yourself to have such feelings no matter how much you generals told you that you could.

"Fine." You snapped out, pretending to not be a bit saddening by the surrender. It was no fun when he willingly gave up. "Now what?"

"Tea?" You grumbled at his response but agreed. The tea he often prepared was the kind you prefered, so you would allow it.

The memory would comfort you in the next years as conflict wore down on you. You ignored the sadness of not being by his side. Your temper mellowed by the end of Archon Wars. No longer did you scare and snap your companions and allies often. The draconic temper settled with your age and so did his.

"Celestia has declared me the archon of our lands." He spoke to you one day and you both layed on warm rocks in your mountain."I feel i am being unfair by claiming your land as mine to rule." A growl came from you. "They will not have it and will only see our territories as one. I am unsure of how to approach this dilemma. It is unfair to you."

You rumbled as you shifted to face him.

"What? I do not care that they see you as the ruler, you know your place and i know mine. You know this is my land." You responded to your friend. He hummed, tucking his paws under him and becoming vaguely bread shaped.

"Then how about a new contract to replace the old one. A union of our lands, but recognizing that they are independent of eachother. United but two diffrent states. We can even marry our human royalty to cement it."

You turned you head to him. "Why? Wouldn't it just be easier to marry eachother. Humans are useless and do not live long. They'd just forget it and ruin it anyway."

"Marry eachother?!" His surprised cry was ignored as you continued.

"No adeptus of mine holds high authority over the lands like i do. My generals already have lovers and my messanger will not marry anyone. Humans are too weak to hold the burden of such a contract. As far as I am aware no other holds a high power like you so that rules everyone out on your side too."

You stared at your companion's shocked face. A contract such as this was a heavy burden you did not want to place upon any in your land. You knew that you would honor the contract and trusted that he would too. Plus, with how much time you two spent together you were practically married anyway.

You watched the dragon in front of you compose himself.

"I do see your point. Knowing that the contract would be honored for as long as we live is a good idea." Morax began, shifting slightly on the rock. "Having such a comfort would be nice. But, this sort of thing is not something to be taken lightly. We would need to discuss it further."

Over the next weeks you two would discuss the contract and all that would be in it. Eternal companionship was something that was not taken lightly. Along with that came the binding vow were it would only break upon one's death.

Morax did not mind the marriage proposal and seemed rather taken to the idea. You two spent plently of time together and while not having a courting period would be strange, it wasn't unheard of. He liked you greatly anyway so why not make a realtionship offical.

So, in the beginning of fall, the Mountainous region of Kunlun and Liyue were offically bound together by marriage of its two gods. The celebration would then be celebrated around that time from then on. Even as humans turned the history into myths, you and Morax did not forget your vows.

Over time you and Morax grew to be truly in love with one another. While the jump to marriage was off putting at first, the friendship had turned to a deep affection and love that seemed to age like fine wine.

Even as wars and storms raged on, you never broke your vow and stayed by your husband's side. Even your spats and fights did not linger for long. Disagreements came and went. Though you did not like that you husband was practically a slave to Celestia's will, they did not call him often so you said nothing.

"Retirement?" You repeated one day during a sun bathing session on a rock. The brown and amber dragon in front of you nodded.

"My people seem to be able to handle themselves against threats. Of course my adepti will be there to help them, but they are largely self sustaining now. I see no reason why I shouldn't be able to retire and spend more time with you." He stated, stretching out on the large rock beneath him.

"It is a plan not fully though out so it will be some time before i will. We could live among the humans if you want. I know you enjoy spending time eating human food and enjoying human activites. Prehaps even you can retire."

So, once he got a plan into place you agreed on his retirement. Soon he was able to get a job with humans and establish a life among them. You followed him and while you did not appear fully human like he did, you did walk among the people.

The people of Liyue knew you two as a human-adepti couple and some folk often joked that you aruged like an old married couple. Even Hu Tao took notice and joked about it. Though, you suspected she knew her consultant's true identity but she said nothing so you left it at that.

After the ordeal with Osial and Morax's retirement, you and your lover sat upon the cliff which your first battle with him took place.

"So, now what will you do with your free time? You know we cannot be together as often as we used to be." You spoke laying your head on his shoulder.

"Well, I will spend as much time as I can with you and continue to watch my people from the sidelines." He wrapped his arm around your shoulder as he spoke.

"The Celebration of Union will be happening soon. I say we spend time there first. I will live in the moment now that i am not worried about my people."

You hummed and smiled in repsonse to him.

"You sound like an old man, but that is an agreeable idea." You laughed. Yes, this retirement was going to be wonderful. You could already see it.

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"Though Morax has passed, the Kunlun mountains and their god still honor the contract." You watched as the storyteller rambled on. The story he was telling was not entirely accurate.

You turned you head to you lover and he smiled at you.

"Do not blame them. They did not live the events. It is difficult to keep the truth when they only hear stories passed on from parents." He spoke softly to you before standing up. "It appears the story is ending, let's go try that food stand you wanted." You perked up and stood up with him.

As you both walked to the food stand, you could only feel happiness. Time spent together brought you joy.

Prehaps you should retire to be with your husband?

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talonabraxas · 3 months ago

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Shirdal 'Lion-Eagle' Talon Abraxas

Griffins Origin and Creation

Griffins, unlike many mythical creatures, don’t have a singular origin story rooted in a specific myth or tale. Instead, their existence seems to be an integral part of the world’s fabric since time immemorial. Their primary role as guardians of treasures and sacred realms is deeply intertwined with their nature and symbolism.

The Griffin’s association with the sun, particularly evident in their eagle component, suggests a divine or celestial origin. Eagles, revered in various cultures, symbolize the sun due to their ability to soar high and their keen eyesight that seems to “stare into the sun.” This solar symbolism aligns with the Griffin’s role as a protector of divine treasures. Just as the sun illuminates and nurtures the earth, Griffins, with their solar attributes, watch over and protect the treasures of the gods.

Furthermore, their guardianship extends beyond mere treasures. Griffins are often linked with sacred sites, especially those associated with Apollo, the sun god. Temples, altars, and other places of worship were considered sanctuaries in ancient Greece. The Griffin, with its vigilant nature, was seen as a symbolic guardian of these holy places. Their fierce demeanor and majestic presence served as a deterrent to those who might wish to desecrate these sacred spaces.

In essence, the Griffin’s origin is a harmonious blend of terrestrial might and celestial grace. They might not have a creator god or a specific myth detailing their birth. However, their consistent portrayal across tales and artworks suggests a deep-rooted belief in their existence and significance in the ancient world.

Depiction And Characteristics

Griffins are consistently portrayed as magnificent beings, boasting the body of a lion coupled with the head and wings of an eagle. This duality symbolizes mastery over both earth and sky. Their large, outstretched wings suggest a readiness to soar, while their vigilant eagle eyes are ever watchful. The lion’s robust physique embodies strength and valor, reinforcing their reputation as formidable guardians.

Griffins Nature and Abilities

Greek tales depict Griffins as noble and fiercely protective creatures. They don’t act malevolently but dutifully guard sacred treasures. A touching part of Griffin lore highlights their unwavering loyalty to their partners. People believe that Griffins mate for life, and when one dies, the other stays solitary, never seeking another companion.

Beyond their physical might, Griffins are attributed with exceptional eyesight, rivaling even the keenest eagles. This keen vision allows them to detect intruders from vast distances. Their mighty wings grant them swift mobility, and their lion-like strength renders them nearly invincible in combat. Some legends even whisper of the Griffin’s screech. It was a sound so piercing it could disorient or even immobilize those who dared to listen.

Griffins Symbols

Griffins are intrinsically linked to Apollo, often depicted guarding his treasures and sacred sites. Their dual nature, merging lion and eagle, signifies the sun and the heavens, realms overseen by Apollo. Moreover, their association with gold isn’t merely due to their guardianship of golden mountains. It is said that their very feathers are believed to shimmer like the precious metal, mirroring their divine essence.

Myths about Griffins

Griffins, with their majestic combination of the lion’s body and the eagle’s head and wings, have been a part of various mythologies, but their most notable tales come from Greek legends.

Griffin and Arimaspians: A Battle for Gold

The conflict between Griffins and the Arimaspians is a tale as old as time. Rooted in the vast gold deposits of Central Asia, this myth paints a vivid picture of the Griffins as fierce guardians of these treasures. The Arimaspians, a tribe of one-eyed people, were said to be in constant conflict with the Griffins, attempting to steal the gold that the Griffins so diligently protected.

The earliest classical writings about this conflict come from Aristeas of Proconnesus, a 7th-century BC Greek poet. His accounts, preserved by historians like Herodotus and Aeschylus from the 5th century BC, describe the Griffins as sharp-beaked creatures. However, their portrayal as “unbarking hounds of Zeus” led to speculations that they might have been perceived as wingless in these early tales.

The root cause of the conflict was the immense value and allure of gold. In ancient times, gold was not just a symbol of wealth but also of power and divinity. The Griffins, being part divine themselves, were seen as the rightful guardians of this precious metal. The Arimaspians, on the other hand, driven by their desire and perhaps necessity, constantly tried to raid these treasures, leading to epic battles.

This conflict wasn’t just a simple tale of good versus evil or guardians versus thieves. It symbolized the eternal struggle between the wild, untamed forces of nature (Griffins) and the ambitions of mankind (Arimaspians). The gold, in this context, can be seen as nature’s bounty. Moreover, the story serves as a reminder of the consequences of overreaching one’s boundaries.

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