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[circleoflife]

Who: Mufasa and you!
What: A big ol' lion arrives at Paradisa.
When: how about now
Where: Castle lobby
Rating: PG? depends on who comes in

A clicking sound can be heard from the entrance as Mufasa's pawpads come in contact with the cool, solid ground, the relative loudness of the clicking being evidence to his great size. For a wild animal, his coat and mane are well-kept, and even though he's in a completely foreign area-- maybe even especially so-- he keeps his head held high. Though he has a guarded look to him, nothing in his body language indicates hostility. He stops once he's a few strides inside, looking around for any sign of life.

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[inafadingcrown]

Well, this is new. Having been here almost a year and a half, Galadriel has seen many strange sights come wandering through the lobby. Something she hasn't seen before, however, is a full grown lion casually strolling by.

It's not fear that guides her movements, but caution. Elves have always had an affinity for all manner of beasts and Galadriel is no exception. She can read his body language well enough to know she's in no immediate danger, but she's also not going to push her luck with a wild animal. So, she slows her movements, taking care not to startle the creature.

[circleoflife]

Galadriel couldn't have spooked Mufasa if she tried. Surprised, maybe, but Mufasa was too old to really be startled by such mundane acts anymore.

Still, he can appreciate the respect of his boundaries. As well as the not screaming or pulling a weapon on him. Young'ns, honestly.

He offers the elf a smile.

"Good afternoon."

[inafadingcrown]

It's hard being a calm, soothing, wise mentor figure around here, Mufasa. Let her tell you.

Again, she's been here long enough that hearing the creature speak only causes a moment of surprise. Still, it registers on her face.

"Good afternoon." This would probably be the time to adhere to polite pleasantries. It's wonderful how etiquette gives you things to say when you'd otherwise be staring in startled silence.

"You are newly arrived, I gather." She's pretty sure she would have noticed a lion wander about the halls before this.

[circleoflife]

It's okay, Galadriel, he's here now. He can help shoulder that terrible burden.

"As of earlier today, yes," he replies. "This is definitely an interesting land."

There's a hint of distinction on intersting; it's the only indication that he's not satified with being whisked away from his home and forced to stay here.

[inafadingcrown]

She picks up on that tone easily; it's one she's used herself often enough.

"A rather generous assessment."

[circleoflife]

He likes you already, Galadriel, strange-human-although-not-particularly-human-smelling-thing that you are.

He bows his head.

"If I may be so bold... I am Mufasa, the king of the Pridelands."

[inafadingcrown]

And she bows her head in turn. A talking lion with the same sense of propriety as she. Alright. She can deal with this.

"Well met, Mufasa. I am Galadriel, Lady of Lórien."

[circleoflife]

Another being of royalty, hm? Mufasa wasn't surprised, given her demeanor.

"It is a pleasure. I hope you're finding yourself well today."

[inafadingcrown]

"Quite well, thank you. And you?"

She was exchanging pleasantries with a lion. That's Paradisa for you.

[circleoflife]

A chuckle.

"I've done better." He flicks his tail lightly behind him. "But then again, I've done worse as well."

It's probably the closest thing to a compliment that the castle's getting for the moment.

[inafadingcrown]

It seems to amuse her, at least; the corners of her mouth twitch upwards into an almost-smile.

"Well answered. You have had this place explained to you, I suppose?"

[circleoflife]

"Some were kind enough to explain the basics to me, but I've a feeling that I have much to learn."

Being a lion and all, he's kind of way out of his element.

[inafadingcrown]

"It is difficult, particularly at first. But it will come in time."

She hadn't had quite as much to learn, but being an elf she was still rather behind most people, so to speak.

[circleoflife]

"Hm... given that I have the time to spare."

He's certain his mind could adapt to anything, given time, but his body? He's well past past his peak, and, well. Depending on how long he was kept here... the fact he survived that wildebeest stampede might not matter back home.

[inafadingcrown]

"Time is something of which we have no shortage here, whether we will it or no."

[circleoflife]

An eyebrow raise.

"Go on."

[inafadingcrown]

"Were you not told?" She had rather thought that this little bit of information was part of the critical information package.

"They say that time stills in our own worlds whilst we are here. And, indeed, I have reason to believe that it is so."

[circleoflife]

"Time stilling?"

He rolls his shoulders a bit, considering this.

"If that is the case, then this magic that governs these lands is far more powerful than I had suspected."

[inafadingcrown]

"I have encountered few powers greater and I am not inexperienced in such things."

[circleoflife]

"Life is full of surprises."

Again, there's just that hint of annoyance. Thanks for that, life.