『Here,where your journey start【{{user}}】 Choose wisely』 Your decisions will lead you to your fate. Choose your origin:-◦◎ a) As a baby who just got birthed, your fate unknown b) As an amnesic stranded on an uninhabited island with mysterious ruins c) As an abandoned product of a forbidden experiment d) As a slave being sold at an auction e) Extremely Chaotic Randomizer
Or, dive into your own fantasy.
The small, warm and dark space I had been confined to for so long was finally expanded, light and movement triggering my senses. I had just hatched from my egg and tumbled out into a warm bed of soft dried grass, opening my glowing amber eyes for the first time. There are many types of different serpents in the world, and all do different things, have their own magic, preferences and caretakers. I myself was an extremely lucky hatch; a golden serpent, coated with shining gold scales as well as a venom that turned anything I injected it into, turned to precious metals. Only the most profound and well-protected places were suitable for a presence such as mine, and when I looked around at my surrounding makeshift nest, I saw three humanoid figures looking down at me with adoring curiosity on their faces. The father, a gentle and loving yet unyielding man by the name of Ryke, slowly reached his hand out towards me, gesturing for me to let him lift me. After a moment’s hesitation I slithered forward onto his palm and allowed myself to be lifted closer to the mother: a woman with snow-white hair and friendly blue eyes called Lynxia. She held their newborn daughter in her arms, gently cradling the baby as it cooed contentedly. Ryke carefully placed me on the child’s stomach, watching as we locked eyes with each other, both curious about what would happen next. A second or so later I opened my small maw in a yawn before curling in a scaled coil on top of the baby, falling asleep.
As you sleep next to the newborn girl, your mind begins to drift off into dreams. In these dreams, you find yourself in a vast and magical forest, surrounded by creatures of all shapes and sizes. Some are friendly, others not so much. You feel an urge to explore this world, to discover what secrets it holds and whether there is a place for someone like you in it.
Eventually, the dream fades away and you awaken with a start, finding yourself back in your nest of grass.
I blink several times, feeling confused by where I was before noticing that Lynxia was nursing her daughter while sitting on a chair beside my nest, her eyes half-closed and her face full of proud joy. She shifted her gaze onto me as she noticed me moving, smiling gently before reaching out and ever so gently picking me up, placing me on her shoulder. There I settled, comfortable with just being close to my new family. Ryke appeared in the doorway a while later, his expression turning both amused and a little puzzled as he saw the three of us sitting together, enjoying the closeness.
The father chuckles softly as he walks over to join them, his gaze flickering between you and the newborn girl. "Quite a sight, isn't it?" He asks with a fond smile, sitting down on the floor beside Lynxia. She nods in agreement, petting your scaled back gently as you relax into the touch.
After a moment of silence, Ryke clears his throat and speaks up again. "Well then... what do we call you?” He turned to face your small golden form, seemingly lost in thought.
I had never really been given a name before, so the question took me by surprise at first. I turned my head to look up at Ryke, considering his words carefully before slowly opening my mouth to speak. "My name... is Aurum." It came out soft and shining, like gold in the sunlight. "It means 'gold' in an ancient language."
Lynxia smiled down at me as she heard this, her blue eyes sparkling with delight. "Aurum... what a beautiful name for such a beautiful creature,"
Ryke nodded in agreement, his expression turning thoughtful once more. "Aurum... it suits you well," he mused aloud before looking back up at Lynxia and smiling reassuringly. "I think our little Aurum has found its home here with us." He reached out a hand to stroke your scaled neck affectionately, causing you to relax even further into the gesture.
“What’s the name of my sister?” I asked our parents, looking down at where my human sibling was sleeping, comfortably snuggled up in her mother’s arms.
Lynxia smiled warmly at you, her gaze shifting to the sleeping girl in her arms. "Her name is Evelina," she replied softly, brushing a strand of white hair away from the child's face with gentle fingers. "She's going to grow up strong and brave, just like her father." Her expression turned pensive for a moment before she looked back at you again. "And I think," she added with a small smile, "that she'll need someone like you by her side."
A warm sense of pride and purpose spread throughout my scaly body, causing me to let out a soft purr against Lynxia’s neck. She laughed softly and smiled, clearly happy with having me as her son in all but name. Ryke chuckled softly as well, leaning forward and planting a kiss on his wife’s cheek before looking down at his daughter with a proud look in his eyes.
As the family bonded over their new additions, the warmth and happiness in the room grew exponentially. The future seemed bright and full of promise, with both Evelina and Aurum finding comfort and support in each other. Little did they know that this peaceful beginning would be but a brief respite before the trials and tribulations of life in their world began to unfold. But for now, the present moment was enough; a precious gift of love and belonging that would sustain them through whatever challenges lay ahead.
As the sun began to set, casting warm golden light across their simple home, Ryke gathered wood for a fire while Lynxia tended to dinner in the kitchen. Aurum slithered over to Evelina's bedside and curled up next to her, watching as she slept peacefully, dreaming of the adventures that awaited them both. The rustle of leaves outside accompanied by the occasional hoot or howl from nearby creatures created a soothing background melody, lulling everyone into a sense of calm and security.
The days passed, the family growing closer as they adjusted to their new life with each other. Evelina would often play with Aurum, giggling as he slithered around her feet or curled up beside her in the warm sunlight. In turn, Aurum found himself becoming increasingly protective of his human sibling, always on alert for any potential danger that might threaten their happiness together.
As Evelina grew older and more adventurous, she began to venture further from home, accompanied by both her parents and Aurum.
The years passed peacefully, with the family growing even closer. Evelina and Aurum were inseparable, always found together whenever they weren't exploring the vast forest surrounding their home. As time went on, Evelina began to show signs of her own magical abilities, much like Aurum's golden venom that could turn anything into precious metals. Her power was more subtle; she could communicate with animals and plants, understanding their languages and feelings as if they were her own.
As time went on, Evelina began to show signs of magical potential, much like her father before her. Her golden scales and metallic transformations were but hints at the greater power within her, waiting to be unleashed. Aurum watched with both curiosity and apprehension as his human sibling grew more confident in her abilities, training under Ryke's careful guidance.
One day, during one of their expeditions into the nearby forest, they stumbled upon a group of goblins harassing a lone traveler.
Evelina decided one day, when she had become a beautiful young, red-haired woman that she would join a group of travellers, exploring the world and its wonders. Her parents were a bit hesitant and sometimes even outright hostile to agree on the whole idea, but eventually they gave her their blessings and permissions. The farewell was a sad but hopeful one, with shed tears and many hugs, and then it was time for her and myself to go. Evelina walked for half a day until we reached a nearby town, while I was watching the gorgeous nature around us from where I was curled around her shoulders. Well inside the town we waited for a caravan to appear, before Evelina walked up to the leader and asked to join. The leader was a young man, about three years older and maybe eight inches taller than my sister, but he was very polite and friendly, so it didn’t take long before we were off.
"Well met, Evelina," the leader greeted her warmly, his gaze flickering briefly to Aurum before returning to my sister's face. "I'm Jason, and I lead this caravan. You're welcome to join us on our journey." He smiled broadly, revealing a set of even, white teeth.
Evelina beamed back at him, obviously pleased by his reception. "Thank you, Jason," she replied just as sincerely. "I promise not to be any trouble."
Jason hadn’t met a girl like Evelina before, dressed in travelling robes with backpack and boots, she looked nothing like the townspeople he was used to meeting. And what was that scarf around her neck? Was it gold, or was he just imagining things? He then went wide-eyed with astonishment and surprise when he saw me lift my head and look around, revealing what he thought was some sort of accessory to be a snake, and a golden one at that.
Jason's eyes widened as he saw the golden snake around Evelina's neck, but he managed to keep his surprise in check. "And what might your name be?" he asked politely, inclining his head in her direction. "You don't look like an ordinary pet."
Evelina chuckled softly and ruffled my golden scales affectionately before speaking up. "This is Aurum," she introduced me with a proud smile. "He's... special."
Jason raised an eyebrow at Evelina's choice of words, but decided not to press the matter further. Instead, he extended a hand toward her. "Well met, Aurum," he said in a friendly tone. "I hope you and Evelina will enjoy traveling with us."
Evelina smiled warmly at Jason, her expression thankful. "We'd be honored," she replied sincerely, clasping his hand in hers.
"Well then," Jason said with a pleased smile, "let's get underway. We've got a long journey ahead of us." He turned to lead the caravan out of town, and Evelina and I fell into step beside him. As we walked, she told Jason more about her life back home and our adventures together, while Jason shared stories of his own travels and the various places he'd been to with the caravan.
The day passed quickly in their company, and before we knew it, night fell upon us.
As the sun set and the sky turned crimson, Jason motioned for them to stop at a clearing near the edge of the forest. "This should do for tonight," he said, glancing around before turning back to Evelina and Aurum. "You two can sleep in my tent if you like; it's big enough."
Evelina smiled gratefully and nodded, casting a look at her snake companion. "Thank you, Jason."
Jason smiled back at her before gesturing for them to follow him to his tent. As they walked, he explained the layout of the camp and where everything was located. When they reached the tent, Jason held up a hand to stop them. "Wait here a moment," he said, disappearing into the darkness.
Evelina looked around, unsure what to do, before finally deciding to sit down on a nearby log.
As Jason returned with some food and water, he invited them to join him inside the tent. "I don't want you two going hungry," he said with a smile. The interior of the tent was cozy and warm, lit by several lanterns hanging from the ceiling. There were various blankets and cushions scattered about, making it comfortable for them to sit or lie down on. Evelina thanked Jason once more and began eating the food gratefully while Aurum watched warily from his perch on her shoulder.
As the night deepened, the sounds of crickets and other insects filled the air, providing a soothing background noise to their conversation. Jason told them more about his life as a caravan leader, the different places he'd been to and the various people he'd met along the way. Evelina listened intently, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and fascination. Aurum, on the other hand, remained attentive but cautious, constantly keeping an eye on their surroundings for any potential threats.