Initia

New Life, New Lessons (Scott + Sofi)

Being an Initia, Scott felt a little bit behind in his abilities than some that he had came to know, on his travels. Due to the life his mother was leading; he was raised in normality. Or as normal, as his life could have been. With his obligations and duties on the family farm; it had taken Scott a while to realise; that he eventually wanted to embrace his Initia side. To learn more about his element of water and others, if possible. With the start of process; his ceremonies were late. But for him, it was a start of a new dawn. Feeling like there was some progress being made. Scott felt a bit more like himself, when he finally acknowledged/embraced his elemental side. As the old saying goes; better late than never, right? Scott was doing; something that his mother never had done. At times, wondering would she be proud of the man he was becoming? Or would she disapprove of him following the path of elemental control? His mother never seemed to be bothered about the fact that she herself never mastered her elements. Always warning Scott to be careful; when he was young. ‘Don’t expose your nature.’ ‘Don’t use your element for fun.’ ‘Don’t accidently soak anyone at school.’ and so the list of warnings went on and on. Scott now found himself questioning, if his mother ever felt less like herself, for not embracing the Initia side? She seemed so content, with the human life. And for a while, Scott dd too. He didn’t know better, until the Initia tribe in South Carolina; had helped him. Then, he truly felt like himself. Almost hating the thought of suppressing, his abilities more now.

Since his arrival in Evermore. Scott had slowly been making it his home. Trying to get the most important things off of his list. But the bigger thing on his list; was trying to integrate within the Initia community. To get to know the tribe members and it’s leader. Scott felt a bit nervous. He was a stranger, pretty much. And he was certain,that most Initia’s have had been a part of the tribe, for years, if not longer. Hoping that they would prove to be as welcoming as rumors have said. Scott hadn’t exactly met many Initia’s face-to-face,in Evermore. At least not properly. On occasion, there had been a few people; that had stood out in the crowd. The same pull, he remembered having in South Carolina. He felt again. That told him, they were Initias. But since they were seemingly busy; Scott let them go about their daily business; a kind exchange of head nods, or smiles being exchanged rather than conversations at the moment. 

Scott knew, that the first Initia that was on his list to talk to; was someone whom was in charge of the tribe. Figuring, meeting the rest of the tribe would come after that. As he had his priorities set out, from the moment he stepped foot into the Eternal City. Then would come more training with elements. Beside water; Scott held a particular fascination with Psychic and Fire. Scott knew that the second element, he wanted to learn could potentially be the most dangerous one to pick; or so...from he had heard at least. But something about uncertainty/and maybe the rush; is what made it appealing. Among other factors. But the Canadian Male, was always dubbed as a hard worker. And an eager one at that.

After his morning shift at the ranch; Scott had the afternoon off. So he decided, it would be a good chance to go and seek out one of the leaders of the tribe. Managing to find his way to the faction house. Scott felt his palms sweat a little bit. What was there to be so nervous about? It’s not like, it was a life or death scenario. Right?

Finally ringing the doorbell. Scott waited. His foot slightly tapping against the ground. Listening for any sounds on the other side of the door. When the door finally opened; Scott gave a charming, polite smile. “Good Afternoon, I am looking for someone, that’s in charge?” His Canadian drawl coming through. Hoping, that whomever had opened the door. Was one of the Masters...or would take him to the main head of the Initia Tribe. Either one, would do. Scott was just hoping to make some progress today.

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InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Sofi Zahara ~Admin~ on February 3, 2020 at 15:17

Whilst Hungarian wasn't a language she frequent to, it was always there in her. After all, when it comes to nationality wise, she would've passed as Hungarian if things were well. Unfortunately, back then the wars told her parents that it wasn't safe to be there in Hungary, and so Andorra became her living place. Ukrainian was so much easier for her, but there wasn't any trouble with others. When he asked her how it was living in Hungary, Sofi shrugged casually, "I can't say much, I don't think I could recall anything from childhood but I have been there when I was doing my thesis paper. It's festive, they can be friendly, you just need to find the right person to talk to." Always seek out the locals, they said. They'll always guide you better than the half-assed tour guides you pay tons for. "It's an old place so you'll probably like heading over to the countryside." 

One Initia parent and a human parent, no wonder he's been without a tribe for long, those with cases such as that or so much easier to detect. "Both my parents were Initia but they moved away from their tribes. I'm guessing they decided to lead a normal life after that" she didn't hear any word of them joining the local tribe anywhere, and considering how easy it was for them to travel, that was probably it. They were Lone Initia too. "No, not everyone gets a happy ending, but you can be sure to make your own. Carve your own path, right?" Sofi grew up as an orphan so there's nothing she hasn't been learning to rise up to the steps of independence. "Sofi's been wanting to make something out of every Initia here. She didn't want them to just follow the flow, if anything she wants them to find what's inside them and go with it." 

There were a few times when she'd gather all the younger ones to ask what they wanted to be. Whether it was an innocent answer wondering if they wanted to be a doctor or a teacher, she'd be there to hear them out. The kids were playing freely, they were there and Sofi had beckoned for some of them to come, telepathically telling them not to call her Sofi. Thankfully, most knew this pattern; the blonde would often bring new recruits here while shielding her own identity to test them. And the novitiates were more than used to it. "Say hi to Scott, everyone. He's new." 


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Scott Alexander Parrish on February 22, 2020 at 14:41

Scott always liked to learn more, about travels from those that experienced it and seen different places. Like Sofi had. It helped give a better picture, in his mind as to how a place he hadn’t seen yet, was like. Maybe stir ideas, of where he could possibly visit if he felt the need to get out of town. If she had been pretty young, then it made sense she didn’t remember much from that time. “That’s nice. I am sure, finding some locals to talk to, when travelling is always helpful.” Or so everyone that always traveled, said so.  Scott had been so used to the country-side from his youth, that it was always somewhere he would feel the most at home.

As she in turn, told him about her parents Scott nodded in understanding. At least, her parents had each other, despite being lone Initia. “It looks like it. Do you think, some are unhappy with the tribe life?” he asked. Wondering if that was reasons why some Initia left, to lead a more normal life. It was a little sad, that someone would not be so keen on the tribal way of life, when their specie, thrived at best as a community. But she raised a good point. Making one’s own path, was what he was trying to do. “Exactly.” He confirmed with a nod. “Whilst, I sometimes worry about my father handling everything on his own. I can’t say, I regret the choices, that led me here.” Scott said honestly. He needed to discover more about himself, embrace his true nature. Not wanting to run from it. Hopefully, his father had gotten some extra help around the farm, to keep running it; as he wasn’t there to handle most of the harder labour. “That’s a good approach. Everyone has different potential. I think it’s a good approach to get that potential out.” No matter what everyone was capable off. No one was left out.

Watching the kids gather around. Scott smiled at the kids. “Hey guys.” he greeted them. Being an only child; he never had any siblings. But all of the young one’s, seemed close. Like a mini family. Maybe even siblings among the group itself. As few of the younger one’s, introduced themselves; he began to make a mental note of the names. In case, he’d see them around.


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Sofi Zahara ~Admin~ on March 7, 2020 at 16:36

Before today, Sofi would never have pegged herself as someone who would take one place to settle for. Her entire life has been filled with adventures and her journeys across the world searching to know more about her element, but Evermore seemed to have changed that the moment she assumed the role of the current Grand Master. Was it a blessing in disguise or the opposite? No one seemed to have an idea on that. "You always want to speak with the locals instead of depending on that nuisance you call travel app" she teased, sometimes what the locals suggested would contrast what the app would. "Sometimes I searched my hometown a few times and even I get flabbergasted at the reviews and recommendations by tourists." Not to say they were fairly bad, it's just too commercial for her. 

When he asked her if she thought some Initia were just unhappy with the tribe life, Sofi wasn't sure how to answer that one considering it would contradict her views as a Grand Master of a tribe now. Even as an elemental Master, she didn't know how one could leave their tribe so easily when they were bound to it. "I'll be truthfully honest, I'm not sure. We don't all see things in the same perspective so even I couldn't say much about it. Perhaps, they felt like something was missing from the life they led, so far?" For instance, the blonde could never understand why her parents did what they did until she got a little bit older. It took her decades to digest everything. She's never resented them, no, it was quite the opposite, but for years, young Sofi never knew why they left their tribes. 

"Initia… if they were born in a tribe, they've been nurtured and taught about the tribe's bond. It's hard to want to leave unless you're leaving for the better; like wanting to seek more knowledge about your elements etc. We've been taught that our elements, they're a part of us, it is us. Without it, we won't feel anything. That's what differentiates us from humans, I guess" she pursed her lips lightly before resuming, "But maybe some things are bigger than that." Love, perhaps. That's why her parents left. Because they couldn't be together and during that time, the world has already started yet another war. They couldn't risk being in the middle of it. She was delighted to see how well the kids seemed to go with Scott, it's always nice to see them welcoming a newcomer. In all aspects, Sofi saw the tribe as her family. For an orphan, it's a big deal. 

"I hope none of you are slacking in your training, we're going to have our weekly evaluation next Friday" she cleared her throat playfully and saw the looks etched on their faces, evaluations can be tricky. It's meant to boost your mental and physical, after all. "How about you guys show Scott what you've learned." Since they were junior novitiates, they were around the age where they've already learned their affinity element. 


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Scott Alexander Parrish on March 20, 2020 at 19:09

Everyone was different. Some people liked to be in one place, settled down; stuck in the familiar circle. Others were more adventurous, never settling down for long. He figured Sofi had been the second one, till she came to Evermore. “I’ll keep that good advice in mind.” The Initia chuckled. He rose a slight eyebrow. “I take it, their recommendations didn’t appeal to you?” he questioned, as she mentioned looking up things about her hometown. Each to their own, he supposed. Not everyone had the same taste.

Perhaps his question was a bit, unorthodox. But maybe he wasn’t the only one whom ever thought of it, that way. But he was quite interested in hearing what she had to say on the matter. “Possibly. I guess we’ll never know the mysteries of that.” Scott knew she might be hinting at something important, if her parents thought they were missing something from life. But what? He didn’t know her parents. If anything, they probably sounded as complicated as his own situation, with his mother and him being a Lone Initia. At least, he knew he wasn’t the only one, to be in that situation.

Taking in her explanation about their kind. Scott silently nodded, letting the information sink in. “Well, I can’t imagine any normal human being able to wield the elements.” he spoke, as she mentioned what made them different from humans. “I think there indeed are, bigger things in the world that we don’t understand, or have any control over.” Scott knew the world was big, and not everything had an explanation. At least, not in the way some people would be hoping for. So if they didn’t understand some-thing, it was just nature’s way of telling them, to let fate work in it’s way. Or so he supposed, that’s what it was. Not everything could be explained.

Leaning against the wall, Scott gave the young one’s an encouraging smile; when she asked them to show off what they learned. Before long, the young one’s started to use their abilities. Scott watched with curiosity, intrigue and a smile on his face; watching the young one’s in their element. Whether it was air, water or earth tricks that they learned. It seemed pretty magical. Having great talent and potential,for much younger Initia than he.


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Sofi Zahara ~Admin~ on April 8, 2020 at 8:05

Sofi shook her head when he asked if the recommendations given to her was not up to her alley, "Kinda. Their choices were far too generic for my liking. But then again, it's probably because I've lived there and probably has been to every single spot they told me to go to… that could be quite the game changer. But for other places, the same thing seems to apply. Always the touristy spot without being given the real chance to venture and explore the country." No wonder she prefers to travel solo on her own. Tour guides are a big no on her list. "Let's try to see it on the bright side though, my parents left their tribe and your mother did too… perhaps there was something that didn't go well with them. You know what the saying goes like, right? Mother knows best? That type of thing?" 

Sofi didn't feel as inclined to believe that's an actual theory but she respects her parents' choices enough to leave it at that and start focusing on her life, the future instead of the past. "We can't change the past anyway… it's better for us to take in the good and positive so we could learn better for the future, no?" In a world like this, you have to keep moving. "Don't worry about it, Scott. You're not the only one who's been in a lone life, there are plenty of those around here too. You should feel welcomed at home if anything" she reassured, the Psychic Master's goal was to promote a healthy and outgoing lifestyle for them, she hoped that it would interest him too. 

The entire time he was staring in awe when the young novitiates showcased their talent, Sofi had her gaze gravitated towards him, the aura he emitted was something else, something new but so familiar. "You'll be surprised to find that there are more to a life in a tribe than what others would say. I've traveled around and even though this would sound biased, I feel like the Evermore tribe has outdone themselves." If it was a tribe that he was searching for, it's a good choice. "If these kids can flourish, I like to think lone Initia could achieve it too." 


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Scott Alexander Parrish on April 11, 2020 at 21:10

“Yeah, If you lived there...I imagine, it’s not much of a surprise.” He said with a slight chuckle. Scott could imagine, if people were telling him to visit all the famous places in Canada, that he already knew about; he might not be so impressed either. The male Initia slightly chuckled, nodding. “I know, I just suppose after everything you told me about Initia tribes...I am questioning the choices my mother made. But I suppose you might be right. Every cloud has a silver lining right?” Either way, both sayings could be deemed true, in one way or another. Especially in regards to their parents and how they coped without being part of a tribe.

But Scott knew there wasn’t anything that could be done. What passed, had passed. There was no changing that. “You’ve been right, on more than one occasion today.” he lightly chuckled. But he knew where she was coming from. Truth in her words. But as she assured him, that he wasn’t the only one, that had led the lone Initia lifestyle, it was somewhat assuring. At least, he wasn’t the odd one out. He just knew she came from a similar life, like him. But the others, he wasn’t sure. “Might take me awhile to get used to it. But I am sure I’ll grow to like it here.” He said with a smile. She was a big part, in helping him feel somewhat settled already.

Scott slightly chuckled, as she spoke about the Evermore tribe. “Are you allowed to be biased?” he teased slightly. But he smiled. Maybe every leader should be proud of their own tribe. Scott hadn’t met many other tribes; so he couldn’t compare them, like the way she seemed to. “It’s nice to see, you have so much faith in everyone. It’s reassuring.” he told her with a smile, before turning his attention back to the young children; seeing what else they were capable of.

“Do you have a favorite element?” Scott asked, curious. “Or do all elements fascinate you in their own little way?”


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Sofi Zahara ~Admin~ on May 4, 2020 at 7:36

“It does get overbearing when people, especially tourists, keep refuting your claims by saying it’s not right, sometimes I’m so close to telling them that since I’ve lived there more years than their traveling combined, I would know better. I should probably thank my roommate for holding me back from posting those comments online” she chuckled, the mere memory of it was enough to brighten her day when she takes a walk down memory lane. Sofi particularly created a lot of memories with Rowan, which made sense considering how long they’ve known each other. “I’ve been to Canada a few times, notably Quebec and Toronto. Who knows, maybe you can tell me which places I should be venturing, or if I have already ticked those off my list” she jested, the first step and best way to acquaint with someone is always to be friendly and open. That’s exactly what Sofi was doing. 

She didn’t want him to tense up and be uncomfortable. After all, the blonde was only wanting to help. Making everyone feel at home is one of those things she wanted to specialize in. At least, while she’s here. “Our parents’ choices do not define ours. Don’t worry about it, I feel the same way. Maybe some tribes are not in their lane, but I can promote that Evermore will blow your mind” she added enthusiastically, oh she felt like a marketing manager, “Most people here are very welcoming so it helps you don’t feel like the lone wolf.” Promoting acceptance, that’s one of what she viewed them having. “I don’t mean to say I’m proud to feel like I’ve been right, but I am” she winked, he seemed comfortable enough to talk and tease her, maybe things are going well, after all. “Take your time, Scott. Every good thing must be enjoyed moderately, no? There’s no rush. You seem to get well with the kids and they’ve only seen you for like 3 minutes, if anything I’d say that’s a good start."

She pursed her lips lightly and shrugged, "Though of course, if I were to say something, the older ones are the uptight people but… skirt around them the right way, and you’ll fit right in at home.” The Masters were generally open to everyone but she’d hate to piss them off, maybe she’ll lay that off him for a bit. He still had plenty to learn, right? When asked if she was allowed to be biased, Sofi rolled her eyes playfully, “Maybe.” Honestly, she’s the Initia Grand Master, she’s allowed to be biased, but he doesn’t know that. When he asked if she had any favorite element, Sofi pondered for a while and nodded, “Metal and Psychic.” He had probably never heard much of Psychic, it was meant to be a bedtime story.


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Scott Alexander Parrish on May 7, 2020 at 13:48

Scott had a feeling, he would get along with the blonde. She was friendly and open. As she spoke about visiting Canada a few times, he smiled. Lightly chuckling. “Mhh, those are good places to start.” He tried to think of a few places, he could recommend “Mind you, I might be biased because I lived there. But if you haven’t visited these places, I’d definitely recommend Banff National Park, Butchart Gardens if you like botanical plants, Athabasca Glacier, Of course the Niagara Falls.The Biodome in Montreal also makes an interesting visit.” It would probably be more suitable for science geeks who loved to learn more about ecosystems. But hopefully, he offered a few good places for Sofi to visit; if she hadn’t already been to them, during her previous trips to Canada. 

He slightly chuckled, at her comment about Evermore. “Seems like everyone’s always kicking up a huge hype about the city.” But he had a feeling, he might grow to like it here more. So it was a good thing, in the long haul. Guess he would have to learn more about the city and how it would surprise him. “I suppose, progress has to start somewhere, right?” But since he was on good terms, with the young kids already, and getting along with her; he took it as a good sign. Fingers crossed, things would get better, along the way.

“Mhh, I suppose not everyone’s always so easygoing.” Who knows, what everyone went through, to make them uptight. Scott didn’t want to judge. Everyone had their own personalities. But hopefully, he’d find a few people, he’d feel at ease around/hit off on the right path, with. As She mentioned her favorite elements, Scott looked somewhat shocked yet intrigued at the same time. “Psychic actually exist?” Even though he probably wasn’t supposed to know about the element, with how rare it was. The Initia tribe he met on his travels, had told him a few stories about the unknown and rare element. But they made it seem like bed-time stories/myths. So he wasn’t ever sure if it was true or not.

“I’ve heard a little about that rare element. Fascinating.” His mind was still trying to wrap around the fact, that it actually existed.


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Sofi Zahara ~Admin~ on May 11, 2020 at 9:14

Sofi was an explorer, given the chance she would love to travel and explore the entire world. There were still so many places the blonde hadn't had the chance to explore yet, and that was saying something. Hell, she hasn’t even explored a quarter of Canada and it’s Canada. So when he started to tell her all the places that he was recommending, Sofi noticed those were places she hasn’t been to, not yet. But after today, it was probably on her list. “Athabasca Glacier? I’ve heard of them but didn’t actually have the chance to see them just yet.” It must’ve been wonderful, the places on earth can be so beautiful. For an Initia who was strictly close to nature itself, she wanted to experience all of it. Every element, if possible. “I feel like the next time I could have a trip down, I’d make my way to Canada because of you” she teased, oh she was definitely going to be fueled by her wishes by then. 

“Do you have any favorite places?” Usually, they tell a lot about the individual, and while Sofi’s gotten to know him a bit, it wasn’t surprising to see the Grand Master wanting to delve in deeper without feeling like she was invading his privacy. It’s all in the matters of being respectful and mindful, in which she was trying her best to uphold. “Well, it’s a good city, I’ve never seen a place quite like this before and I’ve been to a lot” Everywhere else, it was hard to reach this level of peace together. Supernaturals have a penchant of tolerating their existing rivalries, causing an effective long chain of nemesis. They don’t have rules to follow as much as they would do, here. And she was greatly assured by it. Every ambassador representing the species in the eternal city had agreed to abide by them, and she was no different. 

From her point of view, Scott was already getting more comfortable in the idea of joining their community so it was only time until Sofi actually revealed herself as Sofi Zahara. When he expressed his surprise over the existence of the element Psychic, she chuckled and shrugged absentmindedly, that wasn’t surprising considering people actually thought the element was just a myth and served nothing more than a bedtime story for most of them as a kid. “Surprising to know it actually exists, I know right. I was the same as you too.” Until she got a kick and found her calling after a long line of migraines and headaches following suit. She loves her element but she would not trade a day to remember how she found it. “You know, Evermore is the only Initia tribe to have all 8 of the elemental masters, including Psychic” All the more reasons to find them, it was almost as if Sofi was trying to promote a brochure. Well… maybe she was. “We have a Psychic Master here. Last I’ve heard, she’s also the newest Initia Grand Master.”


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Scott Alexander Parrish on May 17, 2020 at 13:20

Canada was pretty vast. Scott had been born there; so he had the chance to explore some of it, as a kid on any family vacations they took around the different provinces. But it was still probably heavily untouched, even by him; as there was so much left to discover. “It’s one of the peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Quite popular. It’s beautiful any time of the year, but depends on your preferences for seasonal travel I suppose...it gets quite busy during the winter.” After all, when it was snowing people wanted to skill and climb the peak a bit more, than during the warmer seasons. Scott slightly chuckled, as Sofi teased about visiting Canada because of him. “Mhh, well I am flattered.”he was glad, he could inspire someone to visit his home country.

Thinking about her questions, Scott pursed his lips. “Mhh, I would have to say either Old Montreal or Tofino. We’ve visited those two places plenty of times, when I was growing up.” Scott had a thing for Historical places like that, as well as enjoying time by the water. Tofino was probably one of the best places for beautiful beaches around; at least in his view. It seemed like she, on the other hand, had more places to count on her list; than he did. Then again, she was tad older; so had more opportunities to explore the world. “Is there someplace on earth that you really really really want to visit,but haven’t been yet?” The Initia was curious, what was on her bucket list so to speak. After all, the world was a big place. Scott was still getting used to Evermore; and surprised at how for the most part, the city was peaceful; with so many species roaming around. If there was no peace treaty, it’d be a battle-field no doubt.

Scott had always found the last element intriguing. Maybe because it was such a mystery, that made the man more curious. “Is it a popular element, like I’ve always pictured it might be?” With it being a new discovery, he was sure the Physic master must have students lined up, wanting to explore the new element. It was impressive to say the least, that Evermore had all 8 masters for the elements. “Wow, maybe Evermore is truly as special as you say it is.” he chuckled. Her upping the city’s rep, just about the elements and how many masters the Initia tribe had, was something. “She sounds like an interesting woman, and no doubt a role-model, being most the Physic Master and the Grand-Master of the Tribe. It’s a load of weight to carry.” Scott mused. But he was looking forward to meeting the woman, if he ever got a chance.


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Sofi Zahara ~Admin~ on May 20, 2020 at 14:48

Like Scott, she would say the same when someone asked her about Kiev, though she wouldn't recommend anywhere near her place for reasons unknown to many. But there were plenty of places people could go for sightseeing purposes too, such as St Sophia's Cathedral, St Andrew's Church, landmarks that people would often find capturing in their fancy dslr cameras instead of staring at every piece of art in awe. But that's 21st century people for you. Sofi remembered always taking a trip down to those two in particular because the art calms her, aside from the audience it attracts, it's a vastly calming place to be at, which says a lot for Sofi who is generally sensitive to hearing people's thoughts unless she closed it off. "I feel like we're going to end up suggesting places to each other. I'll tell you where to go when you're in Kiev or Ukraine, hell even Russia itself. And you'll tell me where to go for Canada." 

She was reminded of the weather that she was actually quite fond of, "I'm not sure if it's a stereotype for Russians or Ukrainians to like the cold… but I do" she chuckled, surprisingly she does, "What about you? What's your favorite weather or season?" She imagined not many would really like winter, depending where they were at, some places definitely had it harsher than half the countries in the world. Sofi remembered bundling herself in a firehouse coat when she first arrived in Kiev as a child because she's lived in Andorra for the part of her life then. She found it interesting to know more about a place just by talking to a certain person, who knows? They may even have more information than the previous person you just met too. Humans' mind are complex and while Sofi didn't exactly have fun gauging what they think of with the endless synapses here and there, it doesn't mean the neuropsychologist in her couldn't appreciate the intricacy in what makes the human brain. 

She's a Psychic Initia, but at the end of the day, she is also someone who's been studying the brain for decades. When asked if there was a place she really wished to visit so bad, the blonde pursed her lips lightly and pondered, was there a place like that? "I think I just wanted to embark on this weird spontaneous journey where I have no idea what I'm searching for, just a hidden island somewhere in this world… It gets laughable when you realized Indiana Jones and Lara Croft trilogy are one of your favorites" she snickered, she would love robbery given the chance to explore a secluded place such as that some day. "You? Do you have one? That you really really wanted to go visit?" 

He was a curious young soul that piqued her interest enough for Sofi to extend her time in consideration of him, "It's not popular as in the element Initia would want to learn, no. I daresay most if not everyone thinks it's the most volatile element because you know so little about it. It's easy to get off the discourse and fall. Bedtime stories became it's beacon before long, but now? It's not longer just a myth, I guess." With her head tilted to the side paired with a wry grin, Sofi stared at the male before her sheepishly, "It is special. Why? Would you like to meet her if you were given the chance? You know… even though Initia here are mostly native residents, they weren't all that brave to want to see her, not sure if it's because they fear the unknown or the opposite."


InitiaPermalink Reply by ✓ Scott Alexander Parrish on May 20, 2020 at 20:15

Her conclusion caused the male to lightly chuckle. “It seems like we might come to that.” he agreed. But there was nothing wrong with that. Right? That’s how it worked with most people he met; he suggested places he liked, they suggested places they liked in return should anyone want to travel there. But people’s words always proved to be much better, than travel guides. Scott liked to hear about people’s experiences first hand; sometimes his own experiences lived up to the expectations that people set out, with their own stories. Other times, it didn't work out that way. But it was still a fun experience, overall.

“I am not sure, is it true? I know Canadian’s are a 50/50 on the subject.” Scott questioned at her comment about Russians and Ukrainians liking the winter. For Canadians, that saying could partially be true. Some loved the winter, some hated it. Guess the preferences for everyone were different. “Mhh, I’ve always been torn between winter and summer, I suppose.”Scott said honestly. He did love to enjoy the snow as a kid and the fun that came with it, but during the hotter weather; Scott always enjoyed cooling down. “Guess in the Summer, it’s more hard work and sweat, but I’ve just been so used to heading out to cool down, by the lakes or the beach that it made me love the weather more; despite ending up sticky when working on a farm. I’ve always loved the water. Hot weather has always been the more perfect time for a dip.” So maybe all in all, Summer won a tad over the winter, but it could be considered a tie. But he was a Canadian, so he could relate to Sofi. He knew what cold winters were like.

As she gave her honest answer, Scott nodded. “There’s nothing wrong with that. Guess you might discover something unknown, with that mind-set.” he jested. The world was massive, surely there still had to be some undiscovered places, right? The Initia thought back to his own list for a few moments. “Mhh for me? I guess I always had New Zealand and Italy on my list.” The Italy, was the romantic in him, that always wanted to visit the country. As for New Zeleand, that was his more adventurous side. 

It seemed like the element wasn’t as sought out to be learned, as he first may have thought. Maybe because it was still so new, to everyone? “Personally, I think that’s one of the elements that piqued my interest. Guess, I’ve always liked the unknown and unique.” Scott admitted with a chuckle. Did that make him more braver than the other Initia, who didn’t want to learn the element? He had no idea. But like anything, with strong will and the power to learn; even that element could be controlled if used right? “I guess, I would, yes.” Scott lightly chuckled at what she said about the natives of the tribe.”Mhh, well...I must be the opposite then.” he joked. Scott was always mostly a social bug and he liked meeting new and interesting people. So he wasn’t entirely scared of meeting the Sofi Zahara. Maybe a little bit nervous, since she was the tribe’s leader and quiet the hit, from what he heard so far. “Guess my curiosity always gets the better of me.” he admitted. “Even if they’re scared, I’d at least think that deep inside, they’re curious about her, no? I’d find it hard to believe that anyone wouldn’t be curious about their leader.”

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