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  1. Corfus
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    A very enjoyable chapter, Nataly involving a quest I haven't done for along time. I love your take on the story and some of the deeper underlying things going on.
    great work Nataly
    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much for your kind and encouraging words! I am very glad that you've liked this story!
  2. Reimar67
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    May seem lazy of me Nat - but Just WOW
    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much! I am very glad that you've liked this massive story!
  3. deleted1123719
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    Sofie’s belief / faith in Dannee is so sweet. Just what the self-doubting Dannee needs! I’m glad Dannee thought of Sam for assistance – even if only briefly – and yes, he probably couldn’t do much, but it was sweet that she considered him at all (and I get the feeling he would’ve really tried if he had to).

    It was very sad to see Dannee so morose about saving Sofie during their travels. She really gets so down about things and doubts herself so much! Glad Aurora was there to shake her up (where was Sam??).

    Love Dannee’s interactions with the orcs. Seems she knows they’re hot-headed (and sometimes full of hot-wind too) as she doesn’t back down in the face or their grumpiness! And I’m glad Aurora was by her side during this mission, the elf’s optimism and calmness seem to be just the tonic Dannee needed.

    Even though I knew what was coming, it was SO satisfying watching Dannee do away with that traitor Yamarz. Very satisfying! And I enjoyed Dannee’s convincing of Malacath to help her – she is so eloquent in her words, so humble in pleading her case.

    Serana’s story was so sad – I mean, we knew she had a rough childhood, but you went into such tragic detail it’s hard not to feel sympathy and understanding for why she’s as hard as she is now. Poor thing. As I’ve said before, I have such a soft spot for your Serana.

    Wonderful story dear. Wonderful.



    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much for your wonderful and detailed feedback! Yes, Dannee thought about Sam for assistance, but sadly in such case there was nothing he could do, not that he won't tried. But his possible negotiations with Malacath would ended in quarrel if not fight and Dannee's plan would have failed.

      Poor Dannee suffered quite a harsh trial, especially when she thought that Sofie's hurt might be tied with her so tied with her usual issues it caused her quite pessimistic mood. Aurora was indeed her tonic, easing her uneasiness, being sweet hearted ad optimistic girl.

      Thank you very much! Orcs are interesting people, almost as hot headed as Nords if not more, but Dannee knows their way of thinking and when she is set on something, nothing could stop her, even their grumpiness and manners.
      Yeah, Yamarz was a traitor and a coward, it is hard to feel pity for such unworthy individual and Dannee used all her speechcraft skill on Malacath to make him help her, which luckily worked.

      Thanks again for your kind words! Serana's childhood was something I've always wanted to explore, she has so many issues so I've thought there must be a source of them, so that is how this little flashback came into the story.
  4. aok
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    Amazing work! And it seems Sam was not needed after all.
    The Cowardly Yamarz (One of my favorite quests) He would have fared better just facing the giant himself!
    And Dannee was able to get the curse lifted! Those Daedric princes are so unpredictable and yet can show respect when least expected!
    And then we get an insight into Serana. Amazing. At least now I better understand her coldness to others. Yet she seems to be warming in her own way.
    What a ride Nataly!
    Great work!
    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much for your kind and lovely feedback! Yeah, Sam wasn't needed in this case, Dannee managed to save Sofie on her own while Yamarz has payed for his cowardice and treachery...
      Daedric Princes are unpredictable indeed, yet this time luck was on Dannee's side.
      Thanks again! I've always wanted to do a little flashback in Serana's story, especially her early days as a vampire and her troubled life, lad that you've liked it. She is indeed warming up, becoming more human and more herself every day.
  5. Heaventhere
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    Wow what a journey that was for Dannee and Aurora trek to the Orc settlement, Dannee so lost in her pain for not knowing if she could save Sofie and of what losing her would mean, Aurora not knowing what to say or how to get though to Dannee and worring that she would lose herself as others before her had in the bad things that keep happening to Dannne finally understanding she can do what she can and somehow it will fall into place in the end if it is meant to. The Orc finally allowing her to help of course Malacath is the one who finally gave Dannee the thing she most need Sofie's cure, for if nothing else he did respect that Dannee was doing out of love for a child for one who could not fight for herself.

    Serana seems to truly care about Sofie now, its does seem that the child being so strong has broken though the toughness that Serana keeps around her emotions and in no small way gave some peace to Serane, peace she has not had since she was 18 and was given to Bal. I did so enjoy that part, other then hearing about how cruel her evil bastard father was, and to be honest her mother was not much better, what parents could offer their child knowing what Bal does to bring woman to him and live with themselves forever as vampire have that chance. What a gift Sofie gave her by just being herself the gift of staring to overcome her past and her own nature.

    Another amazing chapter, such lovely shots, so filled with danger, fear, love and passion for a child, the wonder of knowing the past can change and that truly not every thing is ever as it seems and that change can come if we apply ourselves to doing what is needed out of love.. that is the true lesson.. in the end if be love of your soul mate, love of a friend, or love a child, putting that love of another before yourself is what makes a true hero
    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much for your detailed and wonderful feedback! Yeah, this journey was very tough one for Dannee, for there were too many gaps and possibilities in her plan that could ruin everything, but luck has been on her side as well as strength.

      Serana indeed now cares for Sofie, she kinda accepted her as part of Dannee's life and even her own. This acceptance played in her also accepting herself, because for Serana it is hard to actually loose her guard and allow someone to see her softer side, which despite everything she had been through remained.

      Thank you very much again for your kind and encouraging words! indeed i also think that hero, true hero places love, friendship and care for others above his or her self interests.
  6. hitmaqn78
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    Absolutly amazing story and pictures!
    1. frank213
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      I agree with you.
    2. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      hitmaqn78, thank you very much for your kind words!

      frank213, thank you!
  7. Kamikazekossori
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    Sofie is quite the brave child, telling Dannee things were fine as the curse only made her tired, showing that enthusiasm that the curse was sure to be lifted by that strong Dannee, she is sure to grow up to be quite the noble adventurer of those lands. I really like Aurora's bright attitude, she really knows how to bring Dannee out of that gloom, to point out her strength and will when she has those doubts, that worry about her promise. Dannee is fortunate that the shaman spoke against the orders Urag was given, knowing that her stronghold needed help though Yamarz would not accept any. That Yamarz sure is a disgrace of a chief, treating others with such rudeness, not wanting to deal with the trouble he caused, his fear making him lose his words as he heard the voice of Malacath. In the end his was a dishonorable fool, trying to betray Dannee and Aurora just as the giant fell but he stood little change against the agile pair. Malacath is a strangely honorable sort for a Daedra, her strength giving him great respect for her, knowing about that loss and following with his promise, lifting that curse and leaving her that great gift. It was so interesting to see Serana care for Sofie in her own odd way, she does have some kindness in her heart as Sofie said though she might not know how to express it sometimes, seems it all made her think of her past and the importance of what she had now, that great friendship. Such a wonderful telling on that quest to save Sofie, seems Dannee and Aurora are quite the duo once again ^^
    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much for your lovely and detailed feedback! Well, I think Sofie promises to grown up as noble adventurer too, very much like Dannee, it can be said that she is her fan. And Dannee had another chance to meet with Daedra and though she could never guess it would Malacath but fate has interesting twists and turns. Malacath respects honesty, power and bravery so by seeing all this in Dannee along with her trouble to which he can also relate very well, he gave her what she wanted, and she saved one of his Orc tribes along her way, which was also appealing to him.
      And you are right about Serana, she cares about Sofie in her own odd way, Serana's childhood was taken away from her and by her own parents no less and this fate she doesn't wish to anyone, thus her care towards Sofie, who reminds her of Dannee too much to show irritation.
  8. wolfgrimdark
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    Another great story, this setnence made me think of the satire of Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift, as a commentary on the sad state of the affairs of our planet in general, "she can look forward to a long life of senseless war, incurable disease, petty rulers and hungry vampires and if she manages to survive all that she'll enjoy the privilege of growing old and dying anyway." Certainly I hope life has a bit more to often then that

    I have done this quest (not with Grim though) and always enjoyed it and I always knew Malacath was honorable for a Daedra - but then he has a very unusual history. Your take on it is excellent. I enjoyed her passionate plea to Malacath afterwards, trying to find a way to convince him by creating a sympathetic bond.

    Also liked all the detail you gave on Serena's past and how she was shaped by her family and the dealings with Molag Bal.

    A good ending though that I enjoyed with the curse lifted and Sofia and Serena getting along. Lots of lore, excitement, and backstory. Well done!

    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much for your detailed and wonderful feedback! Well, Dannee was in sad mood, so thus her speech about hard life in Skyrim. Dannee is right in her way, only she didn't mention anything good, but aurora shook her back in shape with her optimism.

      Yeah, I also think Malacath is quite honorable, especially for a Daedra. that story about him and his son in books "Accords of Madness) was very sad and heart wrenching, though only this story gave Dannee hope that he might actually listen and help her with Sofie.

      Thank you very much! Serana's past is the thing I've always wanted to touch, i think all her social failings and sometimes strange behavior is tied with the time she spend with her quite crazy family and vicious Molag Bal, who also I think played a big role in shaping her who she is.
      Again thank you very much for your kind words! i am very glad that you've liked this story.
  9. cila81
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    Wonderful story and shots, Nat
    1. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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      Thank you very much!