Of all the characters to develop a muse for...

[lordoftheland]

A curious proposition, if a weak one. For what cause should Oberon, Lord of Avalon, agree to reside in the mind of a mortal child? You will give Us a worthwhile reason.

[...]

[Thoughtful hum.] Indeed, it is true that this realm is a fascinating one. I wish to explore it further. Very well: you have Our permission to post this. You will remember your place and not consider any... homes. [Strange word in this context, but Oberon is Kind and Tolerant of mortals and will indulge this tiny little mun for now.]

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[ohohohoho]

Oh my now you two surely make an unlikely pair. How does your player tolerate such a bag of hot air?

[lordoftheland]

The tolerance is because she understands whom she is dealing with. [You've got who's tolerating who all mixed up, little rhymer. Also, hint.]

[tricksterfey]

[ "Kind and tolerant", his fancy-tunic'd ass. ]

And what does the Lord of Avalon seek in his explorations?

[lordoftheland]

Is it of concern to the Puck what I seek? [Bored tone. He's so done with you, Puck. ...And basically he saw an AU!Titania a page or so back and was intrigued.]

[tricksterfey]

It was for certain not concern which prompted the inquiry, if such troubles thy lord.

[ yes he purposely misunderstood you... per usual ]

[lordoftheland]

[If Oberon did eyerolling, there would be eyerolling here.]

The reasons for your inquiries trouble me not. As for mine own, you may take comfort in knowing that they have nothing to do with you. [His reasons for wanting to explore, that is.]

[just_as_planned]

Modest as ever, I see.

[lordoftheland]

[Hang on, he barely recognised you without your kid.]

Modesty best befits those who have cause for it. This mortal wishes to serve me; do you suggest I should then not address her as I would a servant?

[just_as_planned]

*Let him go get his battle suit, you might recognize him then. Except he doesn't have that where he is...but he does have some significant yet dormant power that wasn't there before.*

It also has its uses in swaying people to your side. I'm not the gambling type, but if I was, I'd be willing to bet servitude isn't what your mun has in mind.

[lordoftheland]

[But see, he did recognise him, because that's what good rulers like Oberon do - it just took him a moment because pfft, so tiny and insignificant, dormant powers or not.]

You speak of a situation of which you know little. I am well aware of the nature of these mundanes and the temptations that prey upon them.

[omniamutantur]

Many years have passed since I last saw you turn down a game, Lord of All Fey.

[lordoftheland]

[Wonder of wonders, someone who doesn't annoy him with their very first comment. In response, here's a far less dry tone of voice.]

Oberon chooses his own games, and there are plenty to be found in my own world. I know these mundanes and the games they play well - I desire not the kind of fun they offer.

[omniamutantur]

Yet you are here.

[lordoftheland]

In a realm where I may speak freely to the one in whose mind I tarry and to others; where I am not subject to the invasive magic of a fickle world or summoner. [Although he kind of sees Dream's point.]

[omniamutantur]

A realm where actions have no consequences, where power may be neither gained nor lost. A high price, some might say, for the illusion of freedom.

[lordoftheland]

Hmm. [Were they anywhere else he'd take issue with the "illusion of freedom" comment, but alas, the meta gets in the way of that.]

And what of the Lord of Dreams? Are the games you play of enjoyment to you? [Ie, he'll consider it. Oberon, easily influenced since 995.]

[omniamutantur]

Indeed. So many minds - and so young - working together to fashion dreams of their own.

It is... comforting, in a way.

[lordoftheland]

And so it would be for any ruler to see his legacy continued.

[weirdsisters]

Sometimes the minds of mortals can be interesting, Lord. Their short lives necessitate ingenuiety.

[lordoftheland]

In a certain manner, perhaps. You would say the same of those mortals who spend their time in this way? [It's a honest question. He's pretty sure this is considered a very unproductive hobby, but the Sisters would pay more attention to human customs than he does.]

[weirdsisters]

It can be seen as an exercise in developing their writing skills. No bard started out with the ability to entertain a crowd. Many mortals who spend their time this way have aspirations of a writing career. Who better to turn to for inspiration than you, Lord?

[lordoftheland]

Any one mortal's choice of profession is of little concern to me. However... it is true that this one has showed sound judgement and good taste so far. [Ie, he quite agrees that he's a great source of inspiration.] Regardless, I have determined to stay for the time being.

[weirdsisters]

Then may your mundane choose only the best of games for you. We strongly recommend avoiding games known for occasions known as "crack events". Such events are the sort of foolish trickery that Puck might dream up.