#lyinginwait

[amellwardened]

@lyinginwait

it’s relatively quiet for a night in the bannered mare. it gives her the chance to actually take in most of the tavern’s occupants, unlike most nights where everyone’s primarily focused on the bard or conversing with the companions that arrived with them. most everyone in whiterun is a stranger to caterina, given that she hasn’t been there in years, so the lull in constant chatter makes it easier for her to interact with some of the other few who decided to journey into the warmth of the tavern for the night. she sets her gazes on the argonian, sitting but one chair away. ‘ good evening, ’ cat greets with a smile, angling her body toward him for conversation. 

‘ i was just curious... have you been in whiterun long ? ’ there’s a short pause before she clarifies with, ‘ i ask because i haven’t. ’

[fatereleased]

What are some hard decisions that she's faced since leaving Morrowind? What are three moral pegs that she clings to no matter what?

The biggest decision Ilyvi had to come to terms with was what was she supposed to do next. Her entire life seemed to have already been written for her with prophecies and the dictations of otherworldly entities, at least up until she fulfilled everything her “destiny” foretold. Everyone had expectations of her as the Nerevarine, but she never had any expectations for herself other than to live. She had no true skills outside of being a blade-for-hire, no interest in doing politics or continuing to being a nation’s “hero”. But there was very little she could do, yet with the rising tensions with the fall of the Tribunal, she had to come with some idea and a fast one. 

Skyrim was desolate enough that no one would come looking for her, close enough to Morrowind where her presence would be overlooked for the most part, and she had so much money and stuff that, in such sudden clarity, she didn’t need to do anything. 

The second hardest decision have been where to live. The north-eastern section was too cold, Riften was too packed for her liking, and none of the other Holds held much interest. Falkreath was, perhaps, second in the running outside the marshes of Hjaalmarch, but its proximity to the border put her off. She wanted to go deep into the country, to disappear entirely, and the marshlands of Hjaalmarch was perfect. 

As for her morality, three things stand out: 

Kill fast. Death is a part of her, part of her soul. From assassin to werewolf to hunter, Ilyvi firmly believes in killing swiftly. To prolong the pain and suffering is needless and unnecessarily cruel, so her deaths are planned with teeth straight to the throat or blade to the heart. 

Steal only what’s necessary. Ilyvi does not like theft. She’s a master of stealth, her feet and paws silent, but from the first tomb she raided for a mage just to get some information, it always left a bad taste in her mouth. Since then she’s only stolen things she needs- food, keys, documents- and only if there was no other way to obtain it. 

Remain skeptical. Always. She’s seen enough people following others blindly without questioning the facts, ordered around by gods and daedra with no clear explanation as to why it needed to be done. Ilyvi has no trust in those beings who think themselves superior, will stand firm and refuse if things are demanded at her. She is no one’s slave or servant, and she’s had her chain yanked one too many times to go back to not questioning authority. Always get the full picture, always demand answers for your questions. If they refuse or deflect when their answers matter, they are not to be trusted.

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#dontfallforit Rob (right) #goads his #opponent by repeatedly tapping the dagger with his #sword . As soon as the enemy tries to #rush him, Rob #thrusts. #itsatrap #lyinginwait #deception #fencing #HEMA #martialarts #swordfight #rapier https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt4VpfOHs_J/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1jpmf3lg5t0lm

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Inktober day 18 - Trap - #inktober #inktober2020 #inktoberday18 #trap #crocodile #lyinginwait #river #chomp #swamps #teeth (at Lubbock, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGf5K-0nKBh/?igshid=ud7pjkcn78zr

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“I have no idea what you’re referring to.” { from Tor \o }

@lyinginwait | sentence starters | accepting

“Only that you are not from here, same as me.” Syn’s smile was small but friendly. Somewhere in his head, he knew an ‘introduction’ that involved bumping into someone and then guessing their origin was probably rude. He didn’t mean it to be so, of course, but being straightforward had often served him better in such situations than honeyed words.

“I mean no offense,” he tacked on, if only for posterity’s sake. “And I apologize for bumping into you. I was aiming for an empty seat, and there are more over here. Hence my assumption.”

He tilted his head to the side inquisitively, trying to aim his unfocused eyes at where he hoped the individual’s face was. “Do you mind if I take a seat here?”

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Life is a series of explosions in every direction. Good, bad or indifferent. Staying focused on your goals bring #freedom #accomplishment #lightattheendofthetunnel #peaceofmind #creativity Each moment is an #opportunity #lyinginwait🎸. This evening was fun! Thanks for a fabulous time @da_musicbizmgmt #fireworks #goodtimes #friends #community #music #musiclibrary #tvshows #film #composers #songwriter (at CBS Studio Center)

[flameandfeather]

New Blog Reminder

I’m over @lyinginwait now! Brand new blog with the same two muses! Hit me up over there!

[dalamusrex]

The Firmament Meme - Guardians & The Serpent

Repost & bold what is applicable to your muse(s). Enjoy!

THE WARRIOR - last seed (august)

amber fields of wheat. hardened metal. the noonday sun. organized shelves. boiling water. stone barracks. carrying wooden crates. washing down a muddy steed. blood across the forehead. a rare cool breeze. the smell of sweat and leather. stubborn anger. honesty and trustworthiness. cracked earth. guiding a knife through a tender cut of meat. black coffee in the afternoon. stepping up when no one else will. lime green. a lounging lioness. perseverance despite all odds.

THE MAGE - rain’s hand (april)

forgetting something mid-sentence. stacks of open books. hot tea on a rainy day. frosted bluegrass. blackened fingertips. loosely tied-up hair. staying up all night to master a new spell. pencil sketches and loose-leaf observations. runed circles on the floor. quick learner. looking up to the stars. obsessive. the smell of ozone, ash, and dew. sprouting saplings. red-throated hummingbirds. curiosity. walking through a misty valley in the morning. untapped potential. creativity. the spark of innovation. forgotten leftovers. always hungry for more.

THE THIEF - evening star (december)

light hair under a dark hood. best at hide-and-seek. coy smiles. icy stares. indecisive. high expectations of others. blacks and grays. dancing by yourself. seeing your breath on a frigid night. knee-high leather boots. brass buckles and deep pockets. wearing a scarf in any season. the sound of rolling dice. sparkling gemstones. the ace of spades. whiskey with orange & cinnamon. always knows a way out. opportunist. honey on your lips and on your fingers. the jingle of keys.

THE SERPENT - wandering (month varies)

murky water in the rain. undergrowth. nicely folded sheets. the fey. glowing eyes on the water. polyglot. sitting in the warm sun on the hard earth. fated for great terror or terrible greatness. clever. knows their way around. superstitious. a rebellious child. climbing trees. the scamper of rats’ feet. vials of multi-colored liquids. shedding the past to become a new person. sensitive. insightful. able to adapt. born to make a difference.

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The Great Grape Harvest 🍇😵🤣 #starlings #hungry #migratingbirds #grapevine #stripped #barebranches #lyinginwait #autumn #return #nowaist #feedfeed #messygarden #jazzyshell https://www.instagram.com/p/BpUs2h5FNHM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=udhlem18mdv0

[laileanah]

Today's ebook and crochet selection is #lyinginwait by #liznugent This is available as an ebook from #kindle and #googlebooks for $9.99 This is available as an audiobook from #audible for $11.90 and #googlebooks for $13.95 This title is currently unavailable to borrow from #hoopla or #libby This is a psychological thriller featuring a prominent family and estate in Dublin, Ireland. The husband and father, Andrew, is a successful Judge. The wife and mother, Lydia, is a stay at home mom and the daughter of a wealthy well connected family, the house and estate are hers. Laurence is their only child, a very much bullied for being over weight mama's boy. The family of the victim, Annie Doyle, is not so blessed. They could best be described as working class and struggling. This books is just a wild ride. The action begins with the first sentence, 'My husband did not mean to kill Annie Doyle, but the lying tramp deserved it'. The tone the author uses throughout the narrative is perfect: humorous and horrifying at the same time. Most of the action takes place in the early 80's. There are flashbacks to the 40's and the last 2 chapters take place in 2016. This story is told in multiple pov chapters between: Lydia, Laurence and Karen the sister of Annie Doyle. I can't say too much without ruining reveals. I found the ending particularly satisfying and unexpected. This is definitely worth the read. I'm planning to read her book published before this, Unraveling Oliver, and it appears she released a book this year in Ireland as well, Skin Deep. https://www.instagram.com/p/BnwbC9WBYeY/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=8o2t34h16k28

[clozzersaurus]

10 Psychological Thrillers I couldn't put down.

My new blog post is up! 10 Psychological Thrillers I couldn't put down. #blogger #psychologicalthrillers #iamreading #bookrecs

My love of psychological thrillers started during my first year at Uni. My lovely, fellow northern flatmate had just read Gone Girl and I was intrigued. As a novel, Gone Girl had been out about two years, but it was 2014 and people were prepping for the release of the film starring Rosamund Pike and Ben Affleck. I’d heard good things about it and decided that I would give it a go before watching…

[fatereleased]

"The Nerevarine? My old friend Misora mentioned her once or twice. Said she was some sort of hero? I can't quite remember..." (Tor-Acr)

“If you think someone from 200 years ago who condemned Morrowind to its inevitable downfall by taking out its rulers and leaving it in civil and political disarray for some Daedric Prince who despised the fact she was no longer favored, as a hero, sure.” Ilyvi’s tone was almost too casual, something cold in her words as she sipped sujamma from the bottle before holding it out to her company. “Almost every Dunmer knows of the story. Who knows what is truth anymore. Why bring it up?” 

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The stalker at my window! #stalker #cat #aylesbury #lyinginwait #feedmeseymour (at Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire)

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He's waiting for you... #snake #lyinginwait #nature #animaleducation #animalphoto (at Red Cross Snake Farm)