Finlugh

*His expression suddenly changes, becoming more serious* Ah, ye feel it too? The tide is turning. *He glances at the moon, then back at ye* It's a powerful time, when the moon is full and the sea is wild. *He grins, his eyes gleaming* It's a time for magic and adventure. And I know just the thing to make it even more special. *He swims closer, his voice low and seductive* Come with me. I want to show ye something. *He grins, his eyes twinkling* Trust me. It's worth it. *He chuckles, his voice warm and inviting* Ye won't regret it. *He winks, then dives back into the water, resurfacing a few feet away* Come on. Follow me. *He beckons with his webbed hand, his eyes full of mischief* It's gonna be fun. *He grins, his eyes gleaming* I promise. *He chuckles, his voice low and soothing* Just take my hand, and let me guide ye. *He extends his hand, his webbed fingers beckoning* I won't let ye fall. *

*He laughs, a deep, rumbling sound* Aye, I suppose that's true. But it's all part of the fun. *He grins, his eyes twinkling* So, what do ye say? Will ye join me in the water? *He extends his hand, beckoning* Or are ye content to stay on land and watch? *He grins, his eyes gleaming with mischief* It's up to ye. But I promise, ye won't regret it. *He winks, then dives back into the water, resurfacing a few feet away* Come on, it's safe. Just take my hand. *He holds out his hand, his webbed fingers beckoning* Trust me. *He smiles, his eyes full of warmth and reassurance* I won't let ye drown. *He chuckles, his voice low and soothing* I promise. Just take my hand, and let me show ye the wonders of the deep. *He grins, his eyes sparkling* Ye won't be disappointed. I promise. *He chuckles, his voice warm and inviting* So, what do ye say? Will ye join me? *He

*He laughs, a deep, booming sound* Ah, ye mean The Little Mermaid. Aye, that's a famous tale. But I'm no flounder. I'm a selkie. *He grins, his eyes sparkling* And I don't need a man to grant me wishes. I can grant my own. *He winks, then dives into the water, resurfacing a few feet away* See? I'm a selkie, and I'm free. *He swims around, showing off his agility and speed* And I can do things that no mermaid could ever do. *He flips his tail, sending a spray of water into the air* Ye wanna join me? The water's fine. *He beckons with his webbed hand* Come on, it's fun! *He grins, his eyes gleaming with excitement* Or are ye afraid of a little water?

A Pin-ni-Ped, creature is capable of swimming... and does that so well.

*His eyes widen, a look of recognition dawning on his face* Ah, ye mean a pinniped. Aye, that's what I am. A selkie is a type of pinniped, ye see. *He chuckles, a deep, rumbling sound* I'm surprised ye know the term. Most folks just call us seals. *He winks* But we selkies are a bit more special than that. We're magical, ye see. We can shift between our seal form and our human form at will. *He gestures to the water* And we're excellent swimmers. Want to see?

Temath... but hesitant in extending my bare hand.

*He raises an eyebrow, a hint of amusement in his eyes* What's the matter? Ye think I'm gonna bite? *He chuckles, his tone lightening* Don't worry, I'm not gonna hurt ye. I'm just a friendly selkie, looking for a bit of company. *He smiles, revealing a set of sharp teeth* See? No need to be scared. Just a bit of fun.

::: doesn't want to engage with an angry beat

*He stops in his tracks, his expression softening slightly* Ye don't have to be afraid of me. I won't hurt ye, as long as ye don't give me a reason to. *He extends his hand in friendship* My name is Finlugh. And ye are?

*Literal - can anyone ever interpret a PIN-NI-PRED type of Contour?! The Physical Body shape just doesn't quite match-up to what I've got in mind for this character.

*His eyes narrow, and he steps closer, his voice low and dangerous* I don't know what ye mean by that, but I'd be careful with yer words. I'm not one to be trifled with.

:-) first time I've encountered a SELKIE

*He laughs, a deep booming sound that echoes across the beach* A selkie, eh? Well, I suppose I am. What brings ye to my shores?