A lot of strange shit had been going on lately all over Helovia and none of it really made a whole lot of sense. First there had been the appearance of the red waterfall and a bunch of strangers suddenly appearing out of thin air. Next came the seriously screwed up wolf creatures and the Moon Goddess appearing in yet another strange land. What in the hell was going on? She had known the world was much bigger than Helovia having seen it from the air but for entire landmasses to appear where there had been none? There was something amiss and whatever it was just didn't sit right with her. It had been just before dawn when she had set out needing to just get away and think things through to figure out what she was going to do about it. There was the easy option of just sitting back and letting others deal with the problems but see that wouldn't work. Leaving her fate in the hands of a bunch of idiots was not exactly on her to do list, no this was something she needed to see for herself. 

As the first rays of sunlight began to break through the clouds the dark girl slowly let her altitude decrease until the crashing waves below were only a couple of feet away. Letting her muzzle fall down to the water's surface she drew in some of the cold liquid still managing to glide ever so gracefully over the water's surface. Taking a deep breath of the salty air she allowed her lids to close just listening to the gurgling water below her and the surrounding nature. All was quiet for now but she had a feeling that it wouldn't stay this way for long, something was about to happen it was just a matter of what? Beating her wings against the surface once more the girl gained back the sky once more hovering about 100 feet above the glistening water that closely resembled the appearance of her own markings. Casting her ice like orbs down to the water's surface she double checked that nothing was in her path before pulling her wings tightly to her chest and allowing her body to plummet towards the water. Tucking her limbs close and angling her body in a downwards trajectory she closed her eyes to await the inevitable plunge almost completely relaxed.

Moments before she broke through the surface she inhaled deeply filling her lungs to capacity and held her breath. The water pierced her skin like a thousand crystals as the cold leached into her body from the cool ocean waters as she descended deeper into the blue. Only when she was reaching her limit did her body spring to life to pull her frame upright as her hind hooves found contact with the delicate sandy bed propelling her back towards the surface. Unfolding her wings she used them to aid her return to the world the best she could manage as she opened her eyes to time her re-entry. With one final thrust she broke the calm surface pushing herself into the air once more without a second's pause. Gritting her teeth as she forced her water logged wings to shed the water and push her higher once more she couldn't help the grin that spread across her face when she was once again hovering back where she had started. Granted she was a little more winded this time around though but who wouldn't be.

Turning her sights back to the shores she made her way over until her hooves touched down in the grass up upon the cliffs rising up above the waves. Taking a couple deep breaths she worked to slow her pounding heartbeat from the workout as she shook herself off trying to dry out her coat and feathers. 

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”

The cool morning breeze was always refreshing but if you really wanted to clear your head a little dip never hurt anyone unless you were made of sugar, which she clearly was not. Tending to each of her wings individually to pull any broken or ugly feathers she proceeded until she was finally satisfied that she had not missed any. Giving them a good shake once more she watched as the water droplets fell to the ground still sparkling like their greater body did. Turning her head to observe what was going on around her she gazed around seeing nothing but boring landscape until the black figure caught her eye. Already a decent distance away the mare took to the air knowing she would cover more ground in much less time as opposed to galloping after him. For some reason he did look mildly familiar but from this distance it was a little hard to tell. Perhaps this little encounter might add some spice to her morning, if not she was always free to bug the hell outta them for absolutely no reason, either way she benefited so how could she say no?

Whatever water was left upon the dark hybrid's coat and feathers grew cold the minute she took to the wind carrying her up over the rocks and trees but she really could care less. The cold had never really bothered her all that much but if a little bit of cold bugged her hell was she ever living in the wrong place. That had to be one of the reasons she had taken the the Basin in the first place other than the whole living population being unicorns. The cold helped to keep most of the idiots at bay allowing her some peace of mind for the most part, well unless you counted dealing with the few exceptions in the bunch. No matter how careful you were no one could ever get rid of them all much to her sadness. The latest one she had run into was purely a stroke of luck for this one not only had wings and a horn but also the cocky know it all attitude to top it all off with. Thinking back to the Yeti escapade she couldn't help but chuckle as vivid memories of Caleb getting the stick tossed at him came to mind. If the Yeti hadn't beat her too it she would have much enjoyed the pleasure of knocking some sense into his fat ass. 

Descending slowly until her hooves hit the ground at a gallop she tucked them neatly before powering the remaining distance between her target and herself. As she drew closer she recognized the stallion as yet another one of her brethren who had thankfully shared a much similar opposition to Caleb's cockiness. Slowing only as she neared the stud she stopped a few paces ahead of him blocking his path so he was forced to deal with her. "What did you do get lost?" She questioned with a taunting gaze. "I can't recall when the last time you actually ventured out of the Basin would be. You feeling alright?" Again her tone carried the teasing ring to it. It wasn't entirely a joke as she was being for the most part truthful. This stud seemed to be more like an everyday attraction back home rather than the so called warrior he claimed to be. For now she would leave that line out considering she had the tiniest sliver of respect he had earned with their Yeti boy. 

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”

Standing stock still as the black stallion had to slam on the brakes to avoid running into her she tried to keep a smirk from showing across her face. She wasn't sure why but she had to admit annoying people just because you know it will bother them was ever so pleasing. As his hulk of a frame drew to a halt the expression pasted upon the stallion's face was really quite comical, a kind of mixture between anger, disbelief and sheer annoyance. Unfazed by his words she stood watching him with her piercing bicoloured optics until she was sure that he was finished with his little rant. The one thing that she had not noticed before, likely due to the bitching yeti, had to be how short the beast was. His frame was much bulkier than hers (which was not surprising due to the whole flying creatures being lighter and all) but he was also quite a bit shorter than she had expected. Chuckling to herself softly she chose to keep these comments only for the pleasure of her own demons keeping her company up there. Normally most of the stallions she had met had been of comparable size but she assumed that not all could live up to such perfection. "Of course I know that but were you really expecting me to care?" She replied smoothly rolling her eyes in mock horror.  

Moving from where she had previously been standing she turned to circle around the black stag coming up alongside him but keeping an appropriate distance so as not to push his personal bubble too far yet. "Take a chill pill already." She stated her eyes showing the rather devilish side to her personality. Pulling her wings back to a more normal position the sun danced upon her body letting the luminous reflections of her odd markings show. For such a deviant mare that tended to butt heads with most she at least carried the beauty to allow such antics in the presence of most males. She knew how to sweet talk and flaunt herself to the boys getting them to do almost anything only to leave them hanging when it came down to what they wanted of her. Perfecting the art over the few years since leaving home she had always ensured to keep her body in the best shape possible only helping her cause. She was truly an assassin wearing the angel's disguise. 

"If you really wanted to know my name all you had to do was ask you know. It's Rhea by the way since you asked all so nicely and yours would be?" She purred with a rather amused expression as she paused at the stud's side momentarily for a more dramatic affect. With a flick of her tail she resumed walking hoping that her newest friend would follow, as they always did. "Also let's get something straight. Your life matters little to me, so next time learn to take a joke so there are no misconceptions." She stated nonchalantly with a backwards glance to be sure her point was clear before she continued walking. "So was there any word on how yeti boy is making out with his new best friend?" She joked with laugh picturing Caleb fuming over the latest little incident where his man pride was hurt.  

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”

Continuing along with her rather flirty attitude the black mare paused as laughter seemed to spill from her rather rock like acquaintance. So he did speak with more than the cold faced exterior afterall she mused thoughtfully as she gazed back rather annoyed that he had not followed cue and started walking. Showing nothing to let the stud know what she was thinking or feeling she chose to play along to make him think that he had won this round. So this one was going to play stubborn all the more fun when she finally cracked the beast to bend him to her will. She was determined to succeed at her goal whether it took hours or days, she would be victorious at some point or another. It was these little games that seemed to amuse half of her free time making her work to achieve rather ludicrous goals, but hey it's not like she had anything else to occupy her time. Slinking back towards the stallion who she now knew by the name of Nox she refused to believe that she just might have met someone equally as stubborn as she was. Time was all that was needed and boy did she have too much of that even with trying to chase down these demons that kept popping up out of nowhere.   

Unable to help the laughter that spilled from her as the last known images of that Caleb came flooding back to her she managed a small smile. "Sadly I have to agree considering the Yeti seemed to understand more than he did. Plus the beast wasn't that angry and all too bad when I finally got to the point. Perhaps the two of them became friends or lunch?" Again laughter escaped her lips at the all too amusing event. Now why couldn't all males listen like that when spoken to? It certainly would make it that much easier to wrap those of interest around her like slaves. Actually come to think about it she liked the idea of herself at the head and others listening to her commands instead of the other way around. It would certainly make for a much more civilized group when she could eliminate the morons with one foul swoop. Feeling the coldness seep through her like fire as her magic swirled around just waiting to obey her every command she couldn't feel more comfortable. "I actually kind of like him for he provides a great excuse as to where people disappear to when they go missing around here. Just as long as I never have to touch the beast things might just work out."

Ignoring the jab at those with wings as the black stud spoke she bit back any retorts that attempted to surface. Yes she knew damn well that she was flawed by these appendages but it was her damn mother who had cursed her with them. Hatred bubbled up at the thought of the stallion who had wormed his way into their home only to seduce her mother and create what she had become. At that time she had been too young to do much about it especially with her god forsaken brother protecting him. He had been the lucky one to not be afflicted with such a condition yet seemed to believe the world revolved around that asshole. She had tried to kill him once in his sleep but with such inexperience she just missed anything vital by mere centimeters as she had driven her horn deep into his chest. It had been that night that she had managed to escape vowing to someday return and finish what she had started. First him then her mother before she would turn on her brother and make him pay for all he had done or not done. She had gotten much stronger since that day perhaps the time was coming for her to follow through with her promise.

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”

It was a little strange for the mare to admit but she was actually starting to enjoy how this conversation was going. Since arriving at the Basin the only ones she had really talked to would be lady Illynx and the rare couple of others she had wandered into here and there. When the conversations only lasted a few minutes she found it much harder to recall the names of those speaking. Come to think of it there had really been no one that she had somewhat liked and could talk to on a semi annual basis. It didn't bother her all that much that she had not made any friends considering her life of solitude but to not have met anyone that even seemed interested to talk to her that was a little sad. Emotions had been something that had dissipated with time and the longer she seemed to be alone the more she was starting to forget what they felt like. The only emotion that remained strong until this day would have to be the burning anger that had began to build very early on in her life. She had never needed anyone to love or protect her so it just felt natural to stay clear of anything resembling those things.

Chuckling as the black stag continued to hold up his end of the conversation she doubted that she would ever forget this little yeti scenario. It was far too amusing to think about and remember the looks upon all their faces when she had actually managed to get a response other than getting clobbered with a branch. Oh how the female mind was so highly superior to that of the lowly males, maybe it would teach them to think with the proper head for once. Smirking at her own entertainment she turned her eyes upon the stallion once more as the topic seemed to change. Oh boy here we go again.. How many times would she had to explain to everyone that she really didn't give a damn about what others thought of her. " You never feel like an ant when you don't give a shit about what others say." She commented with a sly smile. Shall she continue to amuse the small minded? Ah why not, it was something to do after all. "I would rather die than go live with the rest of those good for nothing buzzards." Flicking her ears back she couldn't help the anger sliding back into her statement. Pegasi could all burn in hell for all she cared. They were hopeless morons that needed to be slaughtered if there was any chance of saving humanity and taking out the trash.

"Despite what you think you know, some of us actually resent being what we are. We didn't get a choice in the matter thanks to those that choose to betray our ancestors." Taking a calming breath before she let herself get too worked up over her good for nothing mother and her disgusting mate she paused to compose herself before continuing. "I have considered removing them many times but when one is forced to grow up a certain way you pick up tactics that can really save your ass. As much as I hate them they have their advantages in certain situations but I wouldn't expect you to understand." She spat out a little defensively before turning away unable to stand still and retain her cool. Everyone always assumed that they could choose the way they looked but truth was no one had any control over it. Turning herself in a circle her icy blues locked back to those of Nox wondering what he would come up with next.

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”

It was rather strange that for one so built on a foundation of anger, resentment and rage the element that had chosen her was that of quite opposite proportion. If she had to guess she would likely have chosen to go with fire as it burned just a brightly as all her inner turmoil. It would have been satisfying to watch those before her burn for their crimes but fire spread too rapidly to her liking diminishing that window of satisfaction to one of little reward. Ice on the other hand killed much slower than fire and also possessed the rather entertaining factor that would let her torture those poor souls for hours on end. She still had yet to fully test her capabilities but if it could split stone there was no way in hell bone could stand in its way. Maybe this was just the god's way of telling her she was a cold hearted bitch just like she had always imagined herself to be. Fitting if you considered her choice of residence into the equation, the Basin was quite the treasure trove for the ice queen's in progress.

Letting the ice slowly melt down the boiling rage that tended to consume her at the thought of her wretched mother and her ever so endearing mate. Death would come for them, it was only a matter of time. Watching the black stag as her words hit him she half wondered if he would just call her a hypocrite and walk away. While she kind of wanted that reaction in a way just so she could tear a strip off of him she also wanted him to believe her. While the second option wouldn't be nearly as fun she was starting to get sick of everyone disregarding her words of warning. Watching as the malicious grin formed and twisted upon Nox's face she was a little taken aback by his response. "Airplanes?" She quoted raising an eye in mock amusement. "Is that really the best you could come up with?" Chuckling to herself she couldn't help but smile as she repeated the term in her head, and here she was thinking that her own term buzzards was the lamest thing she had ever heard. She would give him creativity points for the term but she had managed to come up with things far more entertaining.

Listening as the words continued to pour from the stud's mouth compared to what she had managed to gain before, she couldn't help but feel slightly more accomplished. Respect was not something to be tossed around lightly and to have earned Nox's so early why it had to be one of her personal best's. "Gee, I never noticed..." she teased playfully with a toss of her head. It was rare to find someone that actually shared her views on certain things such as this but she had to admit she kind of liked it. Maybe this stallion wasn't as pig headed as all the rest of them after all she mused silently letting her gaze wander for a moment or two before it drew back to Nox. What did she want to talk about? Well she really hadn't thought about that considering she usually just went along with bugging the shit out of everyone instead of actually talking. Regardless of what happened 99.9% of the time she wouldn't be the one to miss a beat and falter just because something unexpected happened.

"What brings you to the icebox? Well, other than the lack of mutant turkeys that is." Smirking at her joke she let her tail sweep across her sides to rid them of yet another pest of smaller proportions. "It tends to get boring after awhile but yes it can be an adventure some days."

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”

Prodding a bit of laughter from the black stag she couldn't help but consider herself starting to win this battle. It would only be a matter of time before she had him, just like all the other stallions that had fallen before her. At some point in the conversation her intentions had swayed from one of world domination to one of simple chatter. It had never been a strain to keep up her end of the amusement but would Nox be able to do the same?
Chuckling at his comments and his worry over offending her it was honestly the first time that she had heard someone say the words aloud. Most wouldn't care if they offended her or abused her in some way shape or form but something had given this stag a different viewpoint. Could it just be her charm that was coaxing him out of his typical routine or was he this way with all the ladies? Sure would be interesting to figure out that one out she mused with a silent chuckle. "You are the first person to ever be concerned with what they say to me. Most could care less if they offended me or not but that's just the way things are around here."

Now as the conversation moved along to the Basin that is where things started to get interesting and a little strange. The strangeness seemed to come from the multitude of similarities about why she had chosen the Basin in the first place. The cold weather had appealed to her lifestyle choices and the caves had also seemed to draw her in, did all Basiner's share all the same lures? Maybe it was just her overthinking things once again but it did still give her a little bit of deja vu. "I found this place most appealing due to the climate and the exclusiveness that tends to cling to the Basin. I have always hated what I am and yet here I was walking into a society that shared similar viewpoints. " She replied drawing back to those first impressions. Illynx had been the one to greet her that day along with one of her minions that she could not recall the name.

"As for the boring nature I was referring to your comments about flying." She teased gently with a smug smirk. Flicking her tail against her hide she lowered her head to scratch the side of her muzzle. It had been so long since she had thought back to her first days in this place, it was hard to believe it had been so long ago now.

“Just because it looks like a leprechaun and talks like a leprechaun, it doesn't mean it can't act like the little fucking demon it is.”