1st Place - Rivaidan

A master craftsman's hand has placed their elegant touch on this
beautiful carving of three concentric circles linked to form a triangle
shaped edifice. Shaped from a flawless piece of marble, the normally
pale coloration has been dyed with three separate colors representing
the moons above. The top circle is covered in translucent mica giving it
an ethereal white hue while scenes of flowers and animals have been
carefully carved into its face. The outer area of the carving is linked
gardenias formed into a floral chain; whereas, the inner portion bears
the exquisite likeness of several foxes and wolves whose visages are
directed towards the viewer. Situated to its right and below the Aryana
circle lies a deeply red carving whose surface is enveloped by several
images of creatures undergoing changes. The central metamorphosis
demonstrates the creation of the lycaeans and their first breath and the
etching has been skillfully created such that it appears that the
lycaeans change form as the watcher strolls past. The last circle linked
to the others is dyed such a deep black such that it seems to absorb the
light around it. Sukhder's sphere is covered in intricate incisions that
bring into relief the most life-like recreation of demons possible. Each
snarling face nearly leaps from the stonework as if they are soon to
burst forth from their prison of stone. The base of the statue is a
final circle of pale marble, the moons completed and whole before their
shattering to bear witness to the terrible beauty of its new children.

2nd Place - Skye

Sculpted from large slabs of dazzling onyx, this stunning fountain is
made up of several floral-shaped basins below a flowing jet of crystal
clear water. There are three basins in all, each one slightly larger
than the one above it with the last being almost three meters in
diameter. The top two tiers have softly sloped edges to allow the water
to elegantly splash over the sides and into the bowl below, whereas the
last basin has higher and wider edges to stop the water from spilling
out of the fountain and allowing it to recirculate back into the jet at
the top. Held safely within many small silver lanterns are merrily lit,
tall white candles that are placed around the edges of the fountain to
light up the water as it cascades over the rims and creates a dazzling
display that glimmers like a hundreds of tiny crystals caught in the
deluge. Sitting within the bottom bowl are three large hippopotamuses
which herald the water's arrival, each one looking outwards as it flows
across their backs and down their smooth skin. Scattered around their
paws are gold coins that have been thrown in by hopeful passersby, each
one adding to the shimmering myriad of the bottom of the fountain which
is caused by the light from the lanterns touching the glinting metal and
being refracted in the water.

3rd Place - Brydian

Ivory-white marble has been hauled and carefully chiseled to create this
beautiful sculpture. Upon the wide marble dais, two marble figures have
been placed, locked in mortal combat. Their features are intricately
carved, poses and expressions lifelike, as if they were frozen in a
single moment of time. The first has sprawled upon the ground, his
features furrowed in pain and grim determination. His knee bends at an
unnatural angle, clearly broken as he gazes up at his foe, glaring
fiercely. Resting awkwardly in the crook of his elbow, a long silver
spear angles upwards, lethal tip razor sharp. Impaled mid-lunge cruelly
on the weapon is his foe, stopped mid-lunge by the lethal weapon. His
carved features are contorted in shock and hatred, mouth twisted in a
painful gasp. A mighty blood-red bastard sword has fallen to the ground
at his feet, the mortal blow weakening his grip. A small silver plaque
has been placed on the dais, a few etched words lining the surface.

4th Place - Nisha

Chiseled from a large block of marble, this statue is certainly a sight
to behold. A tall Ssylsin stands firm, his scales detailed as if they
are faded from a lifetime of toil. Unkempt hair sprouts from his skull,
held back only with a marble tie. A full suit of field plate covers his
form, excepting his head. Upon said head he sprouts a pair of kitten
ears, which appear to be attached to a marble headband. An expression of
utter rage mars his face, his thin lips open and his spiked teeth
clenched, while a stone furrow forms between his eyebrows. In one hand
he holds a large broadsword, its stone blade cutting into the neck of
the rather unfortunate victim at his feet. The victim appears to be a
young Sidhe, his features detailed in an expression of horror. In one
hand he holds a small shortsword, and his clothes appear torn - in fact
he looks like a youth fresh from Cerise! The cause of the Ssylsin's rage
is obvious: in the other arm he protectively cuddles a small marble
kitten, its mouth open on a little cry and its eyes clearly full of
terror.


Penned by my hand on the 9th of Aequitas, in the year 548 AD.