Celebrate
Sheogorath grinned widely as streamers hung from every corner of the Shivering Isles. Poppers went off, scattering contents that were far too big for the poppers prior to popping. Brightly colored banners flew from every pole and balustrade, and the Golden Saints and Dark Seducers marched from Mania to Dimentia in festive garb whilst playing joyous songs on bagpipes.
Oh, and it was Discord's birthday party in Sheogorath's castle, but that was something completely different. That was the reason the entire palace was made of cake today. Cheesecake, of course. (Sanguine had already gotten slapped by Meridia, Azura, and Nocturnal for suggesting - in front of Discord - a change in their attire to provide more cheesecake...though Azura had said she would have considered talking the others around had he not asked in front of Discord.)
Haskill had set the table for nine. Normally, Sheogorath would sit at the head of the table, but as they were celebrating Discord's use of complete sentences as his birthday, that was Discord's seat for the party. Sheogorath sat to his right, with Nocturnal seated to the left. Nocturnal and Meridia had argued hotly over which of them should get that seat (Meridia claimed that as the Prince of Life, she was the natural Mother, while Nocturnal claimed that Meridia did nothing but spoil Discord and was thus the grandmother) until Clavicus had flipped a coin and Nocturnal had won. Meridia sat on Nocturnal's other side at the long table, across from Malacath who had taken that seat and then pugnaciously glared around as if daring anyone to try and take it from him, much to Discord's amusement. Azura sat on Meridia's other side, across from Sanguine, with Hircine and Clavicus Vile taking the other end of the table, Clavicus nest to Sanguine and Hircine next to Azura.
Haskill had set out everything for the party, though at the insistence of Clavicus Vile, presents were to be given before the birthday cake was presented. As such, Discord was handed the first wrapped box from Sheogorath, and quickly tore it open, revealing a grey cane with a three-faced hollow top.
"The Wabbajack," Sheogorath told Discord happily. "I figure you can find a way to make it even more random! Have fun!"
Giggling happily, Discord accepted Meridia's gift, opening a smaller box for a curiously shaped ring. When he slipped it onto one eagle talon, he vanished, much to his pleasure.
"The Ring of Khajit," Meridia explained. "Grants invisibility and a speed boost." Of course, since I can sense the ring at all times, it means at least one of us will be able to keep track of your wanderings, she added to herself silently, getting nods from the other Princes.
Azura smiled as she handed over what looked like a carved wooden sun relief. "My star," she explained softly. "I figured everyone would be giving you magical items. You can use this to store charges of magic, to recharge them or get a second wind if you need it."
Malacath's gift proved to be a small dagger that glowed until Discord picked it up. "I made this specially for you. I call it...Sting."
Discord grinned as he held it up. "Sting!" he proclaimed happily, only to gasp as it floated out of his hand. Focusing, he watched as it jabbed, thrust, and slashed as he willed.
"It can move independently of you, drains life from those it strikes, leaves behind toxin to further weaken them, and is extra effective on those with innate magic," Malacath explained. "Big things in a small package, like you."
Nocturnal rolled her eyes. "A weapon for a child. Really?" Her voice, as ever, remained monotone.
"I like weapons," Malacath offered defensively. "Besides, he likes it."
Shaking her head, Nocturnal handed over a small device with several metal prongs. "Since you're so insistent on exploring, this Skeleton Key will let you open locks...as opposed to melting them off. After all, the lock might be important."
"At least I'm not the only one who had difficulty finding appropriate wrapping paper," Sanguine spoke up in relief as he handed over a wand with a tiny blue flower at one end. "This Starlet will summon a Daedra servant of one of ours to assist you, chosen based on the need you have at the moment."
Hircine, of all Princes, had the most practical gift. "This tunic is Savior's Hide," he explained, helping Discord into the furry garb. "Somebody had to get you clothes, but at least these will be functional and keep you safe...not to mention grow with you as you grow into them."
All eyes turned to Clavicus Vile, who looked back innocently. "What?" he asked playfully.
"Didn't you bring a gift for my boy?" Sheogorath asked intently.
"Of course I did!" Clavicus insisted, reaching behind his back and pulling out a cake with a single lit candle on it. "Ta-dah!"
Discord stared at the cake for a time. "...someone gonna jump out of it?" he asked hopefully.
"No," Clavicus corrected. "Nothing like that."
"...explode?"
"Only if you want it to."
Discord scratched his chin as he glanced between Clavicus and the cake. He then pointed to the candle. "Self relighting?"
"Do I look like Sanguine to you?" Clavicus asked with a laugh.
Discord snapped his talons, causing Sanguine to be dressed in Clavicus loose clothes while Clavicus found himself in silver armor. "Yes."
The entire table burst into laughter as the pair swapped back. "It's nothing like that," Clavicus stated finally. "It's my gift to you. Just make a wish-"
"Not with you here, Clavy!" Discord teased, causing more laughter.
Clavicus shook his head ruefully. "This is my gift, Discord. A wish in the spirit of what you wish for, giving you what you truly want." As Discord opened his mouth, Clavicus held up a finger. "Speak it only in your mind, blow out the candle, and never tell anyone. I promise, if it is within my power as a Daedric Prince, I shall grant it."
Discord frowned thoughtfully, glancing around the table. Eventually, his eyes fell on Sheogorath. He'd seen a few things around the Shivering Isles that had been...upsetting. A strange obelisk had appeared, and had at first intrigued Discord until he got close enough for its energy to touch him. When he'd shown it to Sheogorath...the Mad Prince had gone pale, and obliterated the obelisk with raw power and fury. As he'd turned away, he'd been mumbling, "No...not yet, damn you. Not yet, you grey bastard!" In that moment, Sheogorath...hadn't looked like Sheogorath. Discord didn't want that to ever happen again.
A lightbulb appeared over his head, greatly confusing the Daedra who had never seen one before. He focused on his wish as he blew out the candle.
I wish my Daddy would always be my Daddy.
Clavicus Vile staggered back as though he had been struck. He looked pale and wan, almost sickly. "E...excuse me a few moments, everyone. I...need some air." Before anyone could say anything, he shifted himself out of the castle.
Thinking deeply, Clavicus paced back and forth. His Daddy always his Daddy...how can I even do that? It's beyond anyone's power to keep Jyggalag contained indefinitely. The cycle of the Greymarch is meant to force Jyggalag to expend his power cleansing the Isles, allowing the curse to retake him...and the clean slate of the Isles affects Sheogorath, so the Sheogorath of the next era...won't be the same as this one. He'll have the memories...but not the emotional connection to them. And the Greymarch is not far off...how can I possibly grant this wish?
He brought his hands to his head, rubbing the base of his horns. But I promised Discord a wish...oh Jyggalag, why do you have to be so implacable? You couldn't have made this easy... His eyes lit up as an idea struck him. Wait...that's it! Even if Sheogorath starts anew each era, Jyggalag remains! I might not be able to let Discord keep this Sheogorath as his father forever...but if Jyggalag bonded to him...
He rubbed his hands together as he went over exactly what he was about to do. This could undo the curse entirely if I'm not careful. It took all our power combined to contain Jyggalag initially. I'm gambling on Love, the one power no Prince reigns over. Is Sheogorath's love for Discord strong enough to keep the curse in check if I do this...and will Discord's love for his father be strong enough to melt the metal heart of the Prince of Order? ...well, I always did like to gamble, and the stakes have never been higher.
Lifting his hands, he reached out and touched the Curse of Madness...and withdrew his power from it. Only 12 of 13 left now...it needs 13 to be stable. Discord, until the Greymarch, can you walk as our equal? Can you be that 13th point and reach past Order?
"Whatcha doing?" Discord asked curiously, floating over Clavicus' head.
Clavicus smiled up at Discord. "Either saving or dooming us all...but just maybe granting your wish."
A huge grin crossed Discord's face, and he wrapped his entire body around Clavicus Vile's neck in a hug. "Thank you, Uncle Clavy!"
"Oh come on!" Sanguine yelled from the doorway. "How come he's Uncle before me? I met you first!"
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... Yeah, someone get Uncle Clavvy a plus-sized bottle of Cyrodillic Brandy, he's going to need it to grant that whooper of a wish.
Also, congrats on the new cover image, it looks great!
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I shall feed apon the hate I get from this comment!also, amazing Chapter(Hermaues Mora's expected reaction) This is....how...ok ok...look if im reading this right..and i may not be that fool just set in motion a end senario on par if not eclipsing ECLIPSING the oblivion crisis! While normaly i would fully support this as thease things usualy only affect mortals this could shake the foundations of ACADEMIA ITS SELF. Just THINK of the implications ..There would be NO knolage to accumulate in a stagnant world ruled by order! THIS CAN NOT STAND get me any books i have on..hmmmm..AH YES any books on the toppic of Family bonds and psycoligy if that chaotic child of his is capable of regining him in i need to know! YOU over there get me my servents i must rally my forces if this is to go as the mortals say " to oblivion in a hand basket"
A cute chapter with feels added to it. Just what I needed after the day I have had.
... I feel like he's about to split Jig and Sheo and make them two separate beings. He could if Sheo had the willpower and love for his son, but, ah...
That would mean Jig and Sheo would wage war on each other, putting every realm including Tamriel into peril.
Sounds like a Daedra's Tuesday.
Now that... is a useful present. Can we see it used on Tirek????
Now that's comedy gold!
Discord bonding with Jyggalag... I kind of want to see it happen... but I also want to see Sheogorath fighting inside Jyggalag to protect Discord. Now having played Oblivion and Jyggalag not appearing in Skyrim, I'm not sure of his personality, but judging by his voice clips Discord will be running for his life upon hearing him.
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:O MAL YOU ARE WRITING FREAK FORTRESS RIGHT! I LOVE THAT STORY :D
quick get tHe faNgirl repeleNt!
7771179 THEY FOLLOWED ME HERE! [*dives out five story window*]
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COME back! I NEED TO KNOW THE NEXT CHAPTER!
. . . im sorry sHe gets like tHis sometimes. tHougH your story (well Now its your story) is pretty good.
I'm pretty sure Discord will grow into some of his presents in the coming years.
Malacath really took a wild stab at getting Discord a gift.
Guess one of our Daedric Princes isn't too Sanguine about not being called Uncle.
Well then, reason for meeting the other Daedra acquired, let it begin.
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Yup.
7771204 Well, I enjoy talking with people who enjoy my work, but it might be better if we take this conversation to the PMs. Don't wanna overflow Tats' comment section with two people who aren't even talking about his awesome story.
Just to make sure I've got this straight, were those Lord of the Rings references I saw?
Tat, you have an amazing talent for blowing the minds of your readers.
Twilight cheating the Great Clock was one thing, but Jyggalag accepting Discord is another.
I've read the newest MLP comic arc, the one where Discord is altered into a being of civility and order.
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You mean Sting? Yes, that was a Hobbit reference.
7771374 Well, there's also the Ring of Khajit. Whether or not it's in the games, it's awful similar to the One Ring.
*sees that Discord and Sheogorath are the main characters*
*sigh* I'm gonna have to read this now.
Wait, Meridia played SBURB and reached the god tiers?
Does it also glow blue around Orcs and Goblins?
Now the name makes sense though you could do the game thing and have some random mortal hopefully argonian I like them alot as the ruler and order back to himself as a dad
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Though, if Discord is in his full power... he could occupy the throne as the Grey March starts and maybe fight his dad to a standstill.
Still dreading the day he finds Mehrunes Dagon. Unlike the others, he doesn't have a single nice bone in his body and will not tolerate trifles. Such a temperament would lead to either extreme hilarity as Discord trolls him or extreme drama if Dagon outsmarts or overpowers him.
At the end of this I want someone to put together a full family tree for Discord so we can see how he sees all the princes
That's one hell of a wish. Trust Discord to wish for something that will potentially cause a storm of chaos... even if not the kind he likes.
Well, time will tell.
Another wonderful chapter
i can see Jygglag either bonding to discord or being sent screaming in madness back to the form of sheogorath
Oh boy, here we go. Looking forward to more.
Keep up the great work. Deus tecum.
(Small nitpick, Discord is the Spirit of Chaos and DISharmony, not Harmony as the short description says.)
I don't know what I expected.
Daaaw...
Let's flip that coin, shall we?
7771394 the Ring Of Kajit is a legitimate Daedric artifact, not the One Ring
7772545 I think he meant in form and function
7771466 did you just- you did. Good job. i never would have expected a godtieir joke/reference. clap. Clap. Clap.
7774339 Exactly.
Here comes the hard part... Waiting
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That... would actually explain an awful lot about the Elder Scrolls setting if the Aedra and Daedra were players, now that I think of it...
7773732 hmmn, possible, we will see
7771179 didsomeonesayfreakfortress???
7771199 OH HOLD ON your ida official on fanfiction aren't you???
Clavicus, you are an idiot. This is the worst idea I've ever heard.
Excellent story, though.
Who knew Clavy was a TF2 Medic?
7805253 eh?