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        I'm supposed to be the example. Tavish had always followed him around. His little brother had listened to every one of his made-up adventures, agreed without question that one day Cowan would grow up and save the country from a possible future, had played a nation of adoring fans for the knight who traveled to the most bizarre, dangerous times to keep the Populace safe. Cowan stared at the pile of laundry, slightly stiff from hours of flapping in the wind. Once Tavish had left, he got stuck with all the chores. Not that folding clothes took that long, but it was the principle of the thing. Tavish was off learning how to Alter with the

You're too busy being you to be a part of me. And I'm wondering if I'm opaque enough to cast a shadow yet. You're towering over my accomplishments without effort. And I'm always sweaty from running. You're interested without being needy. And I'm uncertain when there's no guarantee. You're exactly what I wanted And I'm afraid you're what I need.

I saw a shadow following me So says I, "What could you be?" It only wavered high and low. "Of that I'm sure I do not know" "Well, how much further should we go?" "We'll have to brave both wind and snow, It's sure and certain then I'll grow Into a shape that you can see Is surely you, and always me."

SUBPLOTS 1. SPY IN THE STILL ORDER Characters: Jemmi, Spy, Temmi when he finds out Outline: Spy informs Rebellious the Knights are leading an important mission with untested Knights. Jemmi ambushes them using the Alter Engine coordinates lifted by the Spy. Temmi feels betrayed by this realization. Purpose: Plot advancement, character development Obstacle: Temmi and Spy were friends. Spy feels guilt. Resolution: Temmi realizes not all Rebellious members are evil (maybe not even his brother???) and he feels free to talk to Spy since he knows where they stand and who will eventually find out everything said. 2. ROMANCE Characters: Jemmi and Tem

Tension and the Dramatic Question Dramatic Question: Can two rival brothers give up their personal dreams to bring peace to the realm? Catalyst: Tavish reveals that he is a member of the Rebellious to his brother Cowan Apparent Failure/Success: Tavish captures Cowan and holds him hostage Building Tension: Cowan blames Tavish for his loss of respect among the Still Order. Tavish feels more pride in winning over his brother than in moving towards overthrowing the Still Order. Can they place their goals above their personal issues with one another? Will Tavish trust his brother enough to try the plan? Will Cowan choose to return to the Still Or

The instant your tear Tangled amidst wet lashes Slips free, plunging down

A darkling wishes none despair It fosters hopes and dreams alike They build fey castles in the air In spite of that, and oh cruel spite! Suffering and pain they share For fey dreams fade once in the light

In the night, all dreams are freed So taste your terrors, little one Without knowing the face it shows When the light bathes your smile And your fears swear denial Your very flesh recoils from the lie

My head’s not made for loving My heart’s not built for two I will keep on laughing My soul will cry for you

Elina’s Character Arc Flaws: Short tempered, holds a grudge Goals: To master the intricacies of the Alter Engines Motivation: Prove her talent *Outer* Confront her family over their lack of support/belief *Inner* Conflict/Obstacle: Elina’s mother is Lorde Steele, a Council member who holds much of the power in the Citadel. As someone who has benefited her whole life from the warped peace the Still Order provides, Elina can’t reveal her heritage to the Rebellious as her reason for joining; they would suspect her of conflicting loyalties or use her as a hostage against the Citadel. She has trouble with the lower quality tools