E V E R
• t h e f o r e s t •
magnanimous • principled • selfless
pronouns she/her/hers
gender identity femme
available as a creator . all art and writing welcome!
gender identity femme
available as a creator . all art and writing welcome!
origin abnormal . nature inquisitive . boundary european forest . size majestic
species esk . collection guest designs . designer Caliki
uncommon traits bold markings, spots, false ears, tail tip marking, eyespots
rare traits none
nature features beefsteak fungus (Fistulina hepatica), common hop (Humulus lupulus), moss, wood anemone (Anemone nemorosa), common oak (Quercus robur)
mutations long bodied, antlers, partially sleek tail, bioluminescence
familiars european robins (small swarm)
enchantment sparks of courage
elemental life
TF reward quartz cluster
blessing thriving sea life (marine biome)
original form oak tree crown
creator Enno
species esk . collection guest designs . designer Caliki
uncommon traits bold markings, spots, false ears, tail tip marking, eyespots
rare traits none
nature features beefsteak fungus (Fistulina hepatica), common hop (Humulus lupulus), moss, wood anemone (Anemone nemorosa), common oak (Quercus robur)
mutations long bodied, antlers, partially sleek tail, bioluminescence
familiars european robins (small swarm)
enchantment sparks of courage
elemental life
TF reward quartz cluster
blessing thriving sea life (marine biome)
original form oak tree crown
creator Enno
design notes:
esk species notes:
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European forest boundary
Ever's boundary is in the Białowieża Forest on the boarder of Poland and Belarus. Her patch of the forest is next to a river.
Ever's boundary is in the Białowieża Forest on the boarder of Poland and Belarus. Her patch of the forest is next to a river.
elemental
life
Ever breathes life into her steps as she walks. Plants, flowers, mushrooms and other life bloom around her as she moves.
Ever breathes life into her steps as she walks. Plants, flowers, mushrooms and other life bloom around her as she moves.
enchantment
sparks of courage
Ever is well aware of how scary the forest can be. She sees its beauty, but also understands its eerie qualities. Ikkit doesn't help quell those fears for others, and that bothers her. She wants others to appreciate her home without anxiety, so she manifested this enchantment.
It motivates others to find courage in themselves. It helps them feel energized and ready to face their fears. She discovered humans find her enchantment the most helpful. Using her extra boost they're able to push through rough treks and make their way home safely.
Ever is well aware of how scary the forest can be. She sees its beauty, but also understands its eerie qualities. Ikkit doesn't help quell those fears for others, and that bothers her. She wants others to appreciate her home without anxiety, so she manifested this enchantment.
It motivates others to find courage in themselves. It helps them feel energized and ready to face their fears. She discovered humans find her enchantment the most helpful. Using her extra boost they're able to push through rough treks and make their way home safely.
familiars
European robins (small swarm)
Ever was in a dormant stasis after her initial creation, and for some unknown reason European robins in particular enjoyed resting on her branches and glowing nature features. At some point during her dormant phase, she manifested her own as a small swarm of European robin familiars.
Ever was in a dormant stasis after her initial creation, and for some unknown reason European robins in particular enjoyed resting on her branches and glowing nature features. At some point during her dormant phase, she manifested her own as a small swarm of European robin familiars.
blessing
thriving sea life (marine biome)
Ever loves vibrant, flourishing environments. Makoa saw this in her and gave her this blessing. It revitalizes and renews the energy of surrounding sea life.
Ever loves vibrant, flourishing environments. Makoa saw this in her and gave her this blessing. It revitalizes and renews the energy of surrounding sea life.
Ever is a physical embodiment of the Forest. She was created from a fallen oak tree, and feels a deep, spiritual connection to the nature around her. She will do anything to help revitalize areas devastated from manmade or natural disasters. She also sees herself as a perpetual student, always learning from her own biome or others so that she can better benefit the Forest.
She will faun over baby animals, and she brings a wonderful energy to her surroundings. She is loving, and gentle towards everyone, even those that are malicious towards her. She likes to see the best in all creatures, though some humans really push her limits. She describes her ideology as "aggressivly compassionate." She condones esks that act violently towards humans for no reason. But if she sees humans causing harm she won't try to stop other esks from intervening in ways she might not. Her moral compass is strong, and and she trusts her intuition. |
One stormy night many centuries ago, an oak tree was struck by lightning. Its crown broke in two - one half fell into the forest, while the other half fell into the nearby lake.
Many days passed until one night a blue full moon illuminated the forest, giving it an almost magical glow. A wanderer felt drawn to the split tree that night and as if empowered by this whimsical scene, and transformed one half of the old oak tree's crown.
The esk was named Ever.
Ever was created from the half of the crown that landed in the forest. Soon after her creation however, she fell into a deep spirit slumber, as if something told her it was not yet her time to explore this world.
Now she has awaken again, but their world has changed. Ever's forest has been thinned out and touched by human settlement.
Ever symbolizes what her boundary used to be.
- story by Caliki but edited by me, find the original here
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Many days passed until one night a blue full moon illuminated the forest, giving it an almost magical glow. A wanderer felt drawn to the split tree that night and as if empowered by this whimsical scene, and transformed one half of the old oak tree's crown.
The esk was named Ever.
Ever was created from the half of the crown that landed in the forest. Soon after her creation however, she fell into a deep spirit slumber, as if something told her it was not yet her time to explore this world.
Now she has awaken again, but their world has changed. Ever's forest has been thinned out and touched by human settlement.
Ever symbolizes what her boundary used to be.
- story by Caliki but edited by me, find the original here
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Enno saw the flash of lighting before hearing the crack as the oak collapsed. The tree was far in the distance, but Enno's great height allowed her to see across the treetops. Water drenched her, causing her fur to sag and become heavy, but something drew her towards the fallen oak. In other storms Enno would sit still and create a physical haven for animals to hid in her thick fur. She apologized to them as she rose and made her way to the split oak.
She leaned down as far as she could and studied the cracked half of an oak tree. It gave off a radiating energy, as if glowing from the inside, but she couldn't sense any fire. She gathered her energy for the transformation that she knew in her soul was necessary. |
She watched the tree bend, pulse and stretch into its new shape, and peered down lovingly at the new esk. The esk was soft, and gentle. She was large, but not as big as Enno herself. The esk was in a deep trance, and Enno understood that it would be a long time before this esk would rise. She stayed for awhile, until the rain stopped, and then eventually left her to rest.
Ever stayed in this trance state for 100 years. Ikkit found her quickly, and tried to poke and prod her into rising. He gave up after growing bored. Enno liked to check up on her, and sit quietly nearby, or whisper stories of the forest.
Finally, a crisp breeze startled Enno and she knew it was time. She made her way back to Ever and found the esk beginning to stir. Finally Ever woke, and the two esks felt like they were old friends.
Ever acclimated to her new life quickly compared to the time she spent in her trance. She feels like she is truly a part of the forest come alive, and she embodies it in every way. She strengthens, heals and loves her forest, and all others around the world.
Ever stayed in this trance state for 100 years. Ikkit found her quickly, and tried to poke and prod her into rising. He gave up after growing bored. Enno liked to check up on her, and sit quietly nearby, or whisper stories of the forest.
Finally, a crisp breeze startled Enno and she knew it was time. She made her way back to Ever and found the esk beginning to stir. Finally Ever woke, and the two esks felt like they were old friends.
Ever acclimated to her new life quickly compared to the time she spent in her trance. She feels like she is truly a part of the forest come alive, and she embodies it in every way. She strengthens, heals and loves her forest, and all others around the world.
Enno • Ever's creator, close friend
Enno waited patiently for 100 years for Ever to wake after her transformation. Enno is ancient and didn't mind, she feels that it was worth the wait. She and Ever immediately felt like they'd always known each other. They're both tenderhearted gentle giants. Insari • friend Ever loves Insari and her family. The two are alway sharing facts and tidbits about their home biome. They travel together helping those in need. Zenzee • friend Zenzee met Ever through Insari. Zenzee asked Ever to join her international network of healers, and Ever agreed readily. The two have a lot in common, though Zenzee travels a lot whereas Ever prefers to stay in the forest. Ever and Zenzee understand each other on a fundamental level, and Zenzee is her arid counterpart. |
Moth • friend
Ever met Moth closely after their transformation. Ever considers herself a guardian of all small creatures in the forest, including little, vulnerable esks. She immediately loved Moth and their quirky little traits. She protects Moth from meaner esks, and helps calm Moth when they're afraid. Ever visits them in their boundary often, and sometimes takes them out for little journeys through other forests.
Kazik • Ever created; friend
Before becoming an esk Kazik would wander into Ever's forest as a young child. Ever adored him, but human children grow up and forget about their "imaginary friends," so she faded from his memory. But Ever never forgot. Years later Kazik was betrayed when his supposed lover tried to kill him. He ran into the forest where Ever found him, hurting and dying. She offered solace and a transformation. He didn't fully understand what she was offering, and became a trespasser. Ever helped him through the rough period, and helped him adjust. The two are still close. Kazik likes to sit up in Ever's branchlers and listen to her stories.
Ever met Moth closely after their transformation. Ever considers herself a guardian of all small creatures in the forest, including little, vulnerable esks. She immediately loved Moth and their quirky little traits. She protects Moth from meaner esks, and helps calm Moth when they're afraid. Ever visits them in their boundary often, and sometimes takes them out for little journeys through other forests.
Kazik • Ever created; friend
Before becoming an esk Kazik would wander into Ever's forest as a young child. Ever adored him, but human children grow up and forget about their "imaginary friends," so she faded from his memory. But Ever never forgot. Years later Kazik was betrayed when his supposed lover tried to kill him. He ran into the forest where Ever found him, hurting and dying. She offered solace and a transformation. He didn't fully understand what she was offering, and became a trespasser. Ever helped him through the rough period, and helped him adjust. The two are still close. Kazik likes to sit up in Ever's branchlers and listen to her stories.
Winter • friend
Winter respects Ever as one of the great protectors of the forest, and they like to catch up and chat about the goings on of the forest. Aleriya • friend Aleriya and Ever met through Zenzee. Aleriya respects Ever's dedication to the forest biome. Aleriya is impressed by her, though she doesn't always know how to show it. They became closer through the marine biome quest. Enkira • friend Enkira and Ever met through Zenzee and share a deep respect for each other. They grew closer as friends during the marine biome quest and help each other when needed. |
Oasis • friend
Ever and Oasis also met through Zenzee. They grew closer through the marine biome quest. Oasis is a little intimidated by her, and Ever is amused by this, but they work well together.
Ikkit • acquaintance
Ever isn't very playful, and doesn't go along with his pranks. Neither of them are very interested in each other, despite their deep connections to the forest.
Ever and Oasis also met through Zenzee. They grew closer through the marine biome quest. Oasis is a little intimidated by her, and Ever is amused by this, but they work well together.
Ikkit • acquaintance
Ever isn't very playful, and doesn't go along with his pranks. Neither of them are very interested in each other, despite their deep connections to the forest.
writing listed chronologically
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- Kazik's "the other" origin prompt - written by NonbinaryPixel - A poem about Ever transforming Kazik. Kazik knew Ever when he was a human child, but of course had forgotten. Later in life as he lay dying in her forest from being betrayed by his lover Ever finds him again. She offers a transformation and he accepts without understanding the meaning. She helps ease his transition into life as an esk.
links to feat. artist's social medias: Narnicissa, Caliki, itscoffeebutter, Mothmaru, Kaosheen, Nebunezzari, VacantVulcan
photo credits: Unsplash and the Poland Tourism Org
photo credits: Unsplash and the Poland Tourism Org