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You will not meet many gentler of a soul than this one.
Whenever you go somewhere new, settle in a new life, and leave your old life behind—leave behind the good times, still carrying the pain, exhaustion, loneliness, and fears—it is never easy. Reaching out to try and make new friends in a new setting as a newcomer, a stranger in the community… it is not easy.
And those of some degree of renown or respect in the community can seem too important, too out of reach… unlikely to be interested in speaking to someone who admires their work.
But every once in a while, a lifetime, an age… miracles do happen.
What can be said of one who changes your life; someone who saves it from the darkness? How do you describe the hope given by those who see in you what you do not see, but you trust to be there because you trust them? How can any do justice to the warmth given by someone who carries an echo of the sunlight in years covered by thunderclouds? Is it possible?
It’s worth trying.
Being entirely alone against one’s choice is a… dehumanizing experience. For Man is a social creature. To be alone for too long makes one forget. It makes one survive, not Live. Other people become distant beings to observe, to watch with wariness, longing, and some sense of distrust. Distrust of self, distrust of the chance of welcome. It is maddening, wearing on the sanity, and saps at the will to continue when the sky is covered in clouds.
Imagine living like that for years. For three years, six years, eight years—pursuing bonds that inevitably crumble, or worse… go up in volcanic smoke.
How broken would one grow to be then?
Very.
Such eyes would have forgotten the light of the Sun, would have forgotten the world beyond their fortified den.
But then…
Light.
A kindness is shown, freely, unprompted—by a gentle soul of wondrous talent, greatly respected for mastery in their craft!
Such an experience is not forgotten.
One does not forget being brought out of the darkness and into new vigor of Life.
You learn what things mean: hope, friendship, kindness, mercy, reconciliation, joy…
It is people like her who restore one’s faith in humanity, and in kindness.
When one says, “There is good in this world, and it’s worth fighting for!”, I say this: she is one such person who embodies that goodness that we are called to defend, to protect, to turn back the tides of darkness! Such {[determination/enthusiasm/willpower/spirit/fire]} that burns in the need to see such a soul happy and well, safe and free!
Yes! Such a day shall come again, and until then, I fight for the sunrise: for all of us, and those halcyon days we shall someday once again share in peace!
Valentine’s Day is not only for lovers but for all those whom we care! Therefore that day Mr. Hermit’s place was prepared for spreading love. All Neshirys’ friends are also his friends and everyone was welcome to stop by for tea ~
Happy Valentine’s Day friends, everyone! Last year was rather not easy for most of us and I wanted to bring some light and brighten your soul! <3
Mr. Hermit [for a few ones Hazam] is a very mysterious merchant who travels from place to place with his stall full of various treasure goodies. Depending on given conditions, he decides if it’s worth to settle down for a while and convert his business to a bigger shop of wonders.
Mr. Hermit is cultivated and dignified, he doesn’t talk much but when he does, his speech is rather formal and polite, like his behaviour. He follows true art of haggling and treats clients with respect and expects the same in return. In his free time he reads (many many) books or listens to stories of travellers who visit the area.
But you know something is off.. His eyes seem to be able to pierce your soul to the point you feel vulnerable. The smile seems to mask the wilderness of his hidden thoughts. His knowledge is so vast and calculations so fast that even a small talk with him can make you feel confused. His presence somehow commands respect and you don’t know exactly why you are so sure he’s someone you shouldn’t anger or disappoint under any circumstances. And you’re not wrong as he’s alert to ill-bred behaviour and easily detects bad intentions.
Local fables tell stories about mythical jinn, desert demons, powerful alchemists, time travellers and ancient magic hermits. This eccentric man gives you strange vibes and you start to connect the dots that maybe his official handle and presence are not just catchy business tactics..
// This excellent reference sheet allowed me to make a gift set of Mr. Hermit.
Stats:
Made using GraphicConverter 6.7.9 on a 2009 MacBook Pro using a touchpad, 1px cursor, and 1000% zoom (I don’t know how much longer I’ll be able to boot up that computer)
Set base (the Hazam_neutral expression, top left) took about 1 hour to make, finished the other expression over the course of several more hours across the next three days (I was also working on finishing a different set at the same time, which is why it took that long)
There is actually one additional expression not in this sheet, bringing the total to 41 expressions
It was nice to finish another set and fulfill the offer I made so long ago to make an emoticon set based on Neshi’s amazing characters. She has been sent all the individual files and can use them as she likes. I hope you all enjoy and check out more of her art!
Thanks to you all time travels between the worlds are possible and those from Future can meet those from the Past. We appreciate your dedication and all efforts you put into your work. Your regular and new time travelers are here again to wish you a Happy Birthday, Ambassador Torkie! ✨
A group picture of Golden Sun and also other original characters for a very talented and creative friend.
You can find the adventures of Felix from Golden Sun and his friends here: @unluckyadept!
//Thank you for the remarkable and lovely gift! —T.
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