GenRay(Loren Soth) - Posted: Sun Nov 05, 2006 5:19 pm Raythouse has sat and listened to the words of all the people who have spoken before him, his heart lifted as heard them speak so well, yet also filled with dread. It was his turn.
He stepped up to the front of the service, lightly touching the coffin as he passed. He turned and looked out over the congration, and took a deep, steading breath and began.
"My fellow knights, dignitaries of the amred forces, your Royal Highness, ladies and gentlmen."
"I would like to apologize for my waiting so long to speak, but to chose the proper words to describe a man such as Lt. Nicollo was a hard task indeed."
"When I first met Lt Nicollo, he was a member of the Wiltshire Army, and performing one of the most selfless acts I have ever seen or heard tell of, finding the daughters of Lady Myrnia."
"I asked him to join the Knight of the Phoenix and we were lucky enough to obtain his services."
"To tell all that he has done in his far to short time with us is a grand task. He was a loyal and honored member of our Knighthood, a recognized and respected member of the Wiltshire Amry, a foutain of information and insight in the Military Acadamy, and above all, a loyal and true friend."
"I am lucky to have ever known a person as dedicated, loyal, and honorable as him, and strive to be as he was. A cornerstone for which my friends and family can depend."
"My friend, I salute you."
Raythouse stands to attention, his jaw clenched tight, and salutes, a single tear sliding down his firm visage.
He steps down and returns to his seat.
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shawn_math - Posted: Sun Nov 05, 2006 8:47 pm Wakking up to the casket I produce a small metal flask. It is filled with smooth whiskey and I slip it into Sir. Nicollo's pocked.
Engraved on the side is the following: A few drinks will ensure your warm on your final journey.
Stepping back he joins his comrades on such a sad day
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Palestine_Steel - Posted: Sun Nov 05, 2006 9:26 pm Palestine_Steel is saddened by this news like any member of the KOP
And any friend of sir Nicollo.
Palestine_Steel puts a flower beside the grave of sir Nicollo and goes back into attention
You will truly be remembered as a defender of England and as a friend.
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aeron - Posted: Sun Nov 05, 2006 11:50 pm aeron had been greatly saddened upon hearing of the death of sir niccolo, and while approaching the grave of the fallen hero, notices clouds gathering in the west.It appears that the heavens themselves morun the loss of sir niccolo, he murmers to himself, before reaching the grave. You were a good man in life, and you died an honourable death, he says,before placing a flower upon the grave, saluting, and walking back to rejoin the congregation.
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Nicollo - Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 2:54 am - Quote :
- OOC: Thank you very much for all of the warm thoughts. I didn't know Nicollo's death was going to generate all of this attention. It's really great to see the wonderful RPing surrounding this event both here and in the other threads. End OOC
The crowd hushed as an older man and woman approached the casket where Nicollo lay. The older woman was sobbing softly, clutching onto the man almost as if she needed him to keep her from falling, which was probably the case.
Behind them walked a tall man with a very strange look. He has wearing a long flowing black robe. At his side appeared to be a long straight sword. Around his head was tied a black headband holding down two fur pieces that hung from either side of his head. The black hair on his head stood straight up. He was unshaven, his facial hail getting longer as it approached his chin, resulting in a long pointed beard. His face itself was also very different. The complexion of his skin and shape of his eyes has never been seen here before. His nose was unnaturally round, almost animal like. His face was calm, but stoic…like stone.
As the couple approached Nicollo the woman broke free of the man and clutched the casket, wailing uncontrollably. The older man crouched with her, holding her, whispering into her ears. The tall man stood a couple of feet back…still stoic, but if one looked very closely, one could tell he was clenching his teeth. Gradually the woman calmed down. They prayed. After a few minutes they stood, gave the sign of the cross, turned and faced the congregation. The older man gathered himself and stood up straight. The older woman clutched the hand of her husband. One could tell that she could break down again at any moment.
A-hem …, the older man cleared his throat My name is Cesare. I’m Nicollo’s father. This is my wife Catarina. I do not know most of you….A long pause…
I don’t know what to say. I see from all here gathered and the honours bestowed on my son that had made something of himself. I’m ashamed to say that I didn’t recognize that before his death. A short time ago………………I kicked Nicollo out of our house. Laughs… You may not have recognized him. He drank nightly……caroused ……was a general trouble maker and pain in the ass… Laughs again.
It seems that he met some good people out there. People that gave him the focus and purpose to become a man. And it looks like a darn good one. I thank you all. Sobs slightly…thank you…
The couple move to be seated. The tall man bows slightly at the casket and then joins them.
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Police_Chief - Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 11:43 pm Pc arrives later hoping its not too late and pays his respects to sir Nicollo
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IvoLeite - Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 11:51 pm IvoLeite steps towards the casket of Nicollo and puts his Uggg sword over the casket.
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wanfeng - Posted: Tue Nov 07, 2006 6:18 am Wanfeng comes and pays his last respect to Sir Nicollo hoping he's not too late. He says a prayer for the departed and those who he leaves behind and steps back.
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Hutienan - Posted: Tue Nov 07, 2006 6:53 am when Cpl Hutienan heard that one of his fellow comrade had fallen, he quickly close his traven for the day and runs home to put on his number 1 ceremony uniform and run all the way to Hereford. what was suppose to talk 5 days to travel from Salisbury, he took only 2 days to reach Cpl Nicollo house in Hereford. and when he was at the doorstep Hutienan was told by Gen Elson that Cpl Nicollo had been promoted to Lt.
He stands to attention and salutes to his departed comrade biding him a last goodbye and turn to sit with the rest of his comrades.
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GenRay(Loren Soth) - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 4:13 am Raythouse, with General Elson, goes to the parlour where Nicollo is resting. Raythouse leads the honor guard into position around the coffin, each man in his proper place. He looks to Gen, Elson and nods,
"Company! Attention! Begin....March!"
They slowly and gracefully march from the parlor, a slow dignified march to the cemetery. Raythouse looks ahead, he holds his head high and with pride. Gen Elson marches beside him, a lone drummer sounding a slow beat.
They march out of the KOP headquarters and down the road leading to the compound, the sun shining brightly, the breeze warm and light. As they approach the final resting place of their brother in arms a bagpipe begins to play a mournful tune.
They march to the grave site and step to the sides of the grave, the honor guard laying the coffin on the supports laid out for it.
Raythouse stands to the side, his eyes heavy with moisture and his heart as heavy. He waits for the final, dreaded command.
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elson88 - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 4:34 am General Elson and his men bow to pay their last respect.
“Today, we shall send you to rest in peace, my friend” General Elson says to Nicollo’s body.
He turns to the peoples and speaks
“Dear fellow noble knights, brother and sisters, ladies and gentlemen
Today is the departure of our brave warrior Lt Nicollo to return to our father
He shall be missed by everyone here. He was sent by the Lord to protect our county and her peoples.
But his duties have not been done and he has not been discharged yet. We still need him and the Lord return him to us."
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- John 11: 21: Then said Martha unto Jesus, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died.
22: But I know, that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee.
23: Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother shall rise again.
24: Martha saith unto him, I know that he shall rise again in the resurrection at the last day.
25: Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:
26: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.
"Amen "
General Elson squats down and grasp a hand full of soil and throws it into the grave, on top of the casket .
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Gen. Gooch De Grey - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 4:36 am "Amen" and Gooch gives his final salute to his fallen brother.
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Heripy - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 4:40 am Heripy enters the presecion and watches teh commotion, not being very good at public events, sits near the back to watch....
He lifts his head and whispers to himself....Then lowers his head an d holds his hands, kneeling on the ground for the soul of Nicollo. Heripy feels the thickness in the room and sweats to hide his tears.
Heripy thinks to himself, "Nicollo is the bes tof many of us and he is an examle of how to live, i must follow his example of honor and discipline."
Heripy rises and leaves, not able to hand such hard emotions...He leaves saluting the Lt. from the entrence. He lowers his head and leaves. Hoping to one day rivil his attributes to honor his life.....
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GenRay(Loren Soth) - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 4:48 am Raythouse fights back the emotion that threatens to overwhelm him, "I salute my friend. For your journey." he places a small bag in the grave on top of the coffin.
Raythouse steps to the side, "Company! Dismissed!"
The honor guard marches away, slowly in formation. Raythouse stands at the head of the grave looking down into it. The men begin to cover the casket with dirt, each shovel full a stab at his heart. He waits until the grave has been filled before turning to return to the Headquarters.
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Palestine_Steel - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 4:51 am Cpl. Palestine_Steel approches the body with great sadness. Little did he know of Lt. Nicollo, but a great knight and friend he was indeed.
Lt. Nicollo, you have died protecting england, and the kop will die doing the same.
May you rest in peace friend
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Thorax - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 5:55 am Lt Thorax came near Lt Nicollos grave. He could see everyone else standing by the side with great sadness. Some were leaving after the troops were dismissed. But he still stood there speechless.
After someone brought him to his senses, He saluted Lt Nicollo for the last time and walked away with a feeling of losing someone important..
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wanfeng - Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2006 6:23 am PVT Wanfeng came to attention, saluted and resounded with his own, "AMEN!"
Upon the command given by LT Raythouse, Wanfeng puts his whole mind unto the shovel, packing up the hole in the ground with earth. As he work with the shovel with other men, he recalls of the valiant efforts of LT Nicollo.
At the end of all the men's effort, finally we can say that LT Nicollo can Rest in Peace...
With heavy hearts, the men move away from the grave after all their work.
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Winslow - Posted: Sun Nov 12, 2006 8:27 am Feeling awkward at the graveside of one that had given so much for the Cause. Winslow knelt and said a silent prayer.
Standing he resolved to resume an active role and give his life to the KoP once again.
*May the road rise to meet you my friend.*
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Subject: (RP) Memorial Service for Nicollo 
Wed Sep 05, 2007 12:02 pm
