Present
Dwellers and Visitors in Bubastis
(in no particular
order)
This page
will be updated as ofen as needed, but at least once a month.
Last updated
05/01/2004
Khufu.........a
male Leopard...quite dead!
Khufu is an adult
male leopard, average in height, and draped in the clothes of his calling:
a greyish linen robe wrapped around his frame that hangs down to roughly
ankle-height, bordered with charcoal-black trim, and a golden collar that
has, on extremely close inspection, finely-engraved runes across its surface.
He also wears an almost perpetual scowl, and an occasionally baleful look
crosses his features as he looks around; he's not the type that would exactly
fade into a crowd, and yet he seems to avoid drawing too much attention
to himself. Looking at him, he gives the impression of dark knowledge and
powers gained by costly prices he was only too willing to pay....
Kafele.........a
male Lion and one of the FC's
Standing before you
is the temple guard, Kafele. He is currently in the standard, non-ceremonial
garb of others of his position. A loose fitting, pristine white kilt wraps
about his waist, hanging down to the level of his knees. Another thicker
strip of cloth hangs from the front at his waist, extending a few inches
beyond the length of the kilt. All are trimmed with a border of aqua, laced
with small gold threads. On his head, he wears a cowl of sorts, of the
same, pristine white cloth. The band about his head is reinforced from
within the cowl, holding it tight to his head, even in the strongest of
winds. It drapes over his neck and shoulders, protecting it from the powerful
rays of the sun, of which he spends much of his time under with his duties.
Nothing else adorns his body, the heat of the Egyptian desert nearly forcing
the choice upon him. The dark brown, thick and coarse fur of his mane flows
out from underneath his cowl, around his face, then travels a short distance
down his chest, ending in a small 'V' above his belly. The rest of his
body is covered in shorter fur, the color of the windswept deserts. His
body is toned, as one might expect from a guard, and his garb leaves much
of his form exposed, offering disincentive for those that would wish to
challenge his authority. He carries a long spear at his side, tipped with
a short wedge of steel. It is in good repair, looking well cared for, and
not often used. A short knife is also tucked into the kilt at his waist,
only the polished ivory hilt visible.
Anubis........the
Jackal god and an FC
Anubis, guardian of
the dead, and so much more! He stands before you with his large black ears
erect, ever vigilant. His golden eyes gaze from their deep settings with
a constant omnipresent aura. When his long, slender muzzle cracks into
a smile, it is often hard to discern from a frown. He is of average human
height, and his entire coat is black beneath his dressings. Behind him,
held at all times poised, is his long black plume of a tail. Atop his head
sits a large Egyptian headdress bedecked in gold and black stripes. He
also wears the wide collar, colored in much the same way. Around his waist
is an elegant loin cloth ornamented with a few unique designs including
his own name in hieroglyphs. His calm manner greets you with a slight muzzle
nod as he notes your interest in him.
Sibuna....a
male Jackal puppy
A cute little jackal
pup belonging to Anubis. This four-paw-on-the-floor cutie has a bushy tail
that is constantly wagging, and a very pleasant disposition. Anyone would
fall in love him after a quick glance into his hazel eyes. Just watch out
for his tongue!
A-Neh-bis...a
female Fennec/demi-god
Oh dear! This has
to be trouble! She is a tiny fennec fox crowned with a gold and black head
piece mirroring that of the great Anubis. She has the same collar and darn-near
the same loin cloth save it is a touch simpler. This big-earred fuzzball
of a fox flicks you a mischievious smile and dances on her chocolate paws.
Sandy colored fur flies in a blur as her hyperactive energy surges forth.
She has an odd sort of way of speaking--like a child, but she does not
appear that young. She is innocence eternal! Indeed in no time you will
learn why she is what she is--ONLY a demigod!
Bastet...an
Egyptian Goddess and the founder of Bubastis. Also, an FC
Elegantly tall and
lithe in her human guise; sleek and smokey grey as the granite that comprises
her statue, when she appears in full form as the cat goddess; Bastet is
a glorious creature no matter what form she has chosen to allow you to
see her in. Even the sound of her voice reminds you of the throaty purr
of a cat. She takes her duties quite seriously in her wondrous City and
you will find her almost anywhere you look. But, beware her temper! For
if she appears to you as a lioness with the roar of a lion, surely you
are doomed to something horridly awful!
Isis......a
female lioness/goddess and an FC
Her dream has been
fulfilled. With the definitive deaths of Apep and Khufu, Isis is now the
lioness she so wanted to be. Not terribly large and muscular, she is never-the-less
a respectable representative of her chosen form. But, of course things
cannot be as they look for her..ever. The life of a true lioness requires
her to hunt for her Lion and kill their food. The payment for a goddess
for taking a life other than in defense is heartbreaking. Kafele has no
idea what she now gives up to gain the approval of his family and she plans
to never tell him. Instead, she prays that, somehow, there will be a way
around it.
Who knows...it just
might be possible.
Or......
Isharai...A
Female Lioness Cub Ka...the Daughter of Isis and Kafele
Little more than a
tiny bundle of fur, Isharai is everything a newborn lioness cub should
be. Her fur is deep golden brown and covered with spots. Her ears are still
curled tightly against her perfectly formed head and look impossibly tiny.
Eyes that will eventually open to reveal a startling deep green are, for
now, sealed tightly against the brightness of her new world. Her paws are
tiny and each end in miniscule, but very sharp claws. Her nose is soft
and wriggly and, oddly, dusky instead of pink.
Isharai is now a beloved
Ka who resides in the Underworld...the payment for a Goddess's choice.
Nenet...A
Female Lioness Cub...the Daughter of Isis and Kafele
Mosi...A
Male Lion Cub...the son of Isis and Kafele
Mosi is a small newborn lion cub with all
the standard cub accessories: sharp claws, sharp teeth and a full
measure of leonine curiosity. His fur looks rather downy and small
dark spots dot it starting from the top of his head and running down his
back. His eyes are still glued shut with whatever glues newborn cubs
eyes shut and his black nose wrinkles as he sniffs at every new smell that
wafts his way. He is very alert... when he's awake, that is, but
when he moves about he is rather unstable still. His only clothing
at the moment is a linen 'diaper' wound around his hips and hanging down
as a loin clothe in front, much like his Dad's...
Damali...A
female Lioness <in storage>
Damali, first mate
to Kadhi Mwenge and eldest lioness of the pride, aside from Busara herself,
stands before you with the regal grace and stature of one who knows her
position within the pride. Her clothing is as simple as the rest of the
lionesses', a wrap of clean, white linen, light enough to keep her cool,
yet heavy enough to keep her modest, bound at the waist with a rough fiber
cord. About her neck is a band of pure gold, the only outward mark of her
position of importance in the pride, aside from her demeanor. Other
than that, she looks like any other lioness, though a bit more aged, near
in age to the Kadhi himself. A coat of light golden fur hugs her frame,
built for hunting, though it is also obvious she has reared several cubs.
Her chest has a patch of a more cream colored fur, as do her paws and one
of her footpads. Her tail lashes slowly behind her, the tip tufted in coarse,
black fur, and she regards you with an even gaze.
Selina...a
female Jackal
Standing before you, you see Selina, a shy
sandy-colored jackaless. Having your eyes on her causes her to look
away, giving you that moment to look her over. Before she moves her eyes
away you notice that she has hazel eyes, that show a lifetime of stories
of sadness and rejection. Her ears twitch slightly as you continue
your look. Getting a closer look you notice she is clothed in a plain white
gown, common to those worn by priestesess. She dons the necklace,
earrings, and ring she received during her initation into the Temple.
Looking harder you may notice a slight glow about her as she is finally
accepted and
loved.
Sahani...a
female Lioness <in storage>
Busara...a
female Lioness andShaman <in storage>
Busara is quite possibly
the oldest-looking lioness you've ever seen. Ancient, elderly, timeworn,
venerable... every adjective describing old age comes to mind, looking
her over. And yet, the sturdiness of her posture and the vibrancy
of her expression gives lie to her apparent infirmity, for she still stands
straight and tall, with her movements nimble and sure. Her fur has
whitened considerably with age, seeming to have had the color bleached
out by the constant sun, but it is also longer than that of most lionesses,
especially about her chin, although it is nowhere near as long as the flowing
length of a lion's mane. Standing at around five feet in height, she is
clothed in a lightweight but opaque full-length robe, hand-spun with great
care, and is shaded with primal colors without being garish. However,
it is slitted once down the sides for her legs to move freely, and once
more in the back to provide freedom for her tail. Additionally, draped
around her neck is a necklace of assorted and polished bones, with ivory-white
teeth at carefully spaced intervals - an item of special significance to
her, evidently. As the pride's shaman, Busara seems to carry an air of
wisdom about her, for she is the authority on such subjects as proper customs,
the arts of healing, and more abstract knowledge besides.
Zimwi...a
female Barbary Lioness <in storage>
Zimwi is a Barbary Lioness from a distant
lion pride. She's an incredible huntress and is considered to be a 'perfect'
lioness for any lion. Involved in the TP where Kafele introduces Isis to
his pride, Zimwi adds tension to the situation. As the neighboring pride's
most suitable bachlorette, she considers herself a sure pick for Kafele's
'pride'! Zimwi, everything a lion could possibly want...except she's not
Isis.
Ahmose...a
female Jackal
Before you is an adult
female jackal of middling age; not elderly, but certainly getting up there
in years. She is clothed in a robe of tan-shaded linen, like so many
of the other residents of Bustabis, although the edges of hers are dyed
a deep turquoise. There is also a small ring on one of her fingers;
fairly plain, although there is a small opal attached to it. Her
expression is kind and patient - a necessity for a shop owner such as her
- although there is a touch of weariness there, too. Perhaps not
unexpected, for someone of her age. But there is life in her yet,
and she would likely scoff at anyone calling her 'elderly'.
Nyota...a
female Fennec Pup
Tiny' comes to mind
when you spot this little reddish/brown furball. The next words that possibly
come to mind are, "How does she stay upright with those ears!?" Well, Nyota
has had them all her life and she's quite adept at holding them proudly
high, just as Mama taught her. Young as she is, she manages quite well
on her own, keeping her simple linen gown and fur fairly clean..right to
the black tip of her bushy tail and the equally black 'socks' of her four
paws. Her muzzle too, ends in sooty black to match her tiny wriggly nose.
Above it, a pair of shiny, bright, golden brown eyes miss nothing of what
goes on around her! She wears a thin braided gold chain about her neck
and tiny gold hoops in those huge ears. Where Mom and Dad are is anybody's
guess! But, it's obvious by that round little tummy that her *hunting*
skills are more than adequate. After all, there are plenty of mice and
grasshoppers in the City. And more than enough friendly stall owners in
the market!
Kimeta...a
Lioness Cub
With soft fur the
gold of the Great Desert's sands, Kimeta blends in quite well with the
dry grasses. In fact, unless one is quite astute, all that can usually
be seen is a pair of sparkling bright green eyes peering out at you and,
just perhaps, the tip of a never-still-tail. Her linen gown was once pure
white. Now it's more ecru and one strap is always sliding down her shoulder.
She has been sent by her paernts to live in the Temple and learn with the
other young ones so that she can some day take her place in the Learning
Center of her tiny village. Rarely anything but happy, Kimeta is a bright
little cub and a quick learner. She is never seen without her golden necklace
with it's tiny red and blue stones and the matching earrings...all given
to her on her naming day.
Agiza...a
Hyena Pup
Her eyes gaze out
from beneath an unkempt mat of headfur, eager and full of life. This young
hyena from the desert nomadic clans has recently come to the city with
her family in search of a better life. A simple, natural colored cloth
covers her body and seems to collect everything this young wanderer wades
through. A brush of a black tail hangs behind her as she explores this
new city-life. One things shines forth in this pup, she's a born survivor!
Nehluka...a
female Fennec Fox Pup
Before you is a fluffy
young furball of trouble! This impressionable fennec is barely aware of
her mortality <as all kits tend to be>. She is dressed in a fine piece
of died linen cloth, with a few died spots of her own making! Her oversized
ears flick about constantly to capture everything around her! As fiesty
as a cobra, this fennec is sure to find trouble before it finds her!
Nyokaskari...a
male Cobra
Menhotep...a
male Crocodile
An imposing crocodile of about eight feet
stands before you, looking a bit threatening with that insane look in his
eye. The first thing you might notice is his noticeable muscular
build, hidden
beneath a scaly hide of greenish colors.
He looks to weigh about 300 pounds or so, scale-coated body rippling with
strength. While his backside is a dark greenish color, the underside is
yellowish from his throat down to his thighs, four sets of sharp, large
talons can be seen on hands and feet, though they can hold onto objects.
His long, crooked snout glimmers in the light, opening it reveals two rows
of tremendously sharp teeth, and nostrils pierced with a small golden nosering.
His slited, vertical eyes scan the vicinity with a cold stare, both brow
ridges pierced twice. His tail extends about five feet backwards, jagged
and tapered, constantly swaying about slowly, its tip covered by a metalcap
with two spikes, extending sidewards from about it for about 5 inches.
At the moment he is wearing a plain sort of tunic of black color, the edges
of the sleeves being dyed in a bright red. Being hold together by a massive
leather belt around his waist its snugging tight to his form, increasing
his intimidating look even more.The only thing he is wearing is a
golden collar, finely crafted and engraved with hyroglyphes, one single
ruby, about the size of a dove's egg setted in its middle. For those who
are capable of decyphering hyroglyphes it seems to be an ancient
evocation-spell, the name Kamephis-Ra appearing two times as well. Attached
to his belt you see a few selected weapons : A long curved saber at his
right side, joined by a set of five throwing daggers and a long leatherwhip
at his right side, its tip adorned with a small spiked iron-ball
Zuri...a
male Lion Cub <in storage>
Zuri looks to be around
5 years old and is a youthful, energetic lion cub.
Pekuzi...a
male Lion Cub
Kriti...a
female Tigriss Cub
Adustus...a
Female Jackal
A dark jackal, fifteen of age, that stands
a little below six feet, shifts her vibrant green eyes, painted gold with
the design of the eye of Horus, to longingly gaze across the land stretched
before her. She is shrouded in dark violet robes that nearly touch the
floor, silkily flowing behind her as she walks. An intricate ankh charm
hangs around her neck upon it's chained necklace, shimmering under the
light. Her arms fold across her chest, her long sleeves falling back to
reveal countless jewelry adorning her slender wrists. Tossing her reddened
brown hair to one side, her eyes close, and silently thinks to herself,
focusing.
Mwenge...a
male Lion
Sanura...a
female Ocelot
Udi'amu...a
male Jackal
You see Udi'amu before you. He is a serious-looking
male jackal. His gold colored eyes look intently at you, and an unreadable
smile flashes across his face. Udi'amu wears a pair of well worn sandals
and a robe that looked as if it has been very ornate when it had been given
to him. Unfortunately, it now looks a bit worn from travel. His long pilgrimage
began when he was called to be a priest of Anubis; his search has finally
ended. He has been accepted as a priest (in training).
Taya...a
female Leopard
She's a a leopardess
with deep turqoise eyes and fur a little lighter than average, more ivory
than it is gold, and her spots are a little lighter, sepia-toned! And...
This is a temp. desc. Soooo sorry. o.O
Prrnasya...a
female Panthress
You see a winged black
pantheress. She has deep blue eyes, and ebony black fur. On
her face is what seems like a perpetual resolved look, like she isn't happy
with this life, and expected it to be different. Upon closer inspection
of the wings, they seem to be of dove feathers, but are ebony black in
color. There is also an air of power held in check, like the air
before a cloudburst. It would seem that this creature is not one
to be trifled with.
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