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NATURAL EMERALD
The Most Popular Green Gemstone
Natural Emerald is a green variety of the mineral beryl. It is the most popular green gemstone and is known for its beauty and rarity. Natural Emeralds are found in a variety of colors, ranging from light green to deep green. The most valuable emeralds are those with a deep, vivid green color.
Natural Emeralds are also known for their inclusions, which are small defects that can be seen in the stone. However, inclusions do not necessarily decrease the value of an emerald. In fact, some collectors prefer Natural emeralds with inclusions because they believe that they add character to the stone.
THE HISTORY OF EMERALDS
Natural Emeralds have been prized for centuries. They were used by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Emeralds were also used by the Aztecs and Mayans. In the Middle Ages, emeralds were believed to have magical powers. They were said to protect against evil and to bring good luck.
THE PROPERTIES OF EMERALDS
Natural Emeralds are a member of the beryl family, which also includes aquamarine and morganite. Natural Emeralds are the hardest gemstone in the beryl family. They have a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8. This means that they are only slightly softer than diamonds.
Natural Emeralds are also a relatively dense gemstone. They have a specific gravity of 2.67 to 2.77. This means that they are heavier than many other gemstones.
THE VALUE OF NATURAL EMERALDS
The value of emeralds is determined by a number of factors, including color, clarity, cut, and carat weight. The most valuable emeralds are those with a deep, vivid green color. Emeralds with inclusions are generally less valuable than those without inclusions. However, some collectors prefer emeralds with inclusions because they believe that they add character to the stone.
The cut of an emerald is also important. Emeralds are often cut in a step cut, which helps to bring out their color and clarity. Emeralds can also be cut in a cabochon or pear shape.
The carat weight of an emerald is also important. Larger emeralds are generally more valuable than smaller emeralds. However, the value of an emerald is not always directly proportional to its carat weight. An emerald with a deep, vivid green color and few inclusions may be more valuable than a larger emerald with a lighter color and more inclusions.
THE EMERALD TRADE
The emerald trade is a global industry. The largest producers of emeralds are Colombia, Brazil, Zambia, and Russia. Emeralds are also found in other countries, such as Afghanistan, India, and Madagascar.
The Colombian emeralds are considered to be the finest in the world. They are known for their deep, vivid green color and their clarity. The Brazilian emeralds are also highly prized. They are known for their large size and their beautiful color.
The emerald trade is a complex industry. There are many different players involved in the trade, including miners, cutters, dealers, and jewelers. The emerald trade is also subject to a number of regulations, including those that govern the mining and export of emeralds.
GREEN EMERALD
EMERALD GREEN IS A DEEP, VIBRANT GREEN COLOR THAT IS OFTEN ASSOCIATED WITH NATURE AND REGENERATION. IT IS A POPULAR COLOR FOR JEWELRY, HOME DÉCOR, AND FASHION. EMERALD GREEN IS ALSO SAID TO HAVE CALMING AND HEALING PROPERTIES.
EMERALD STONE
Emerald is a green assortment of the mineral beryl. It is the most famous green gemstone and is known for its excellence and extraordinariness. Emeralds are tracked down in various varieties, going from light green to dark green. The most significant emeralds are those with a profound, distinctive green tone.
Emeralds are likewise known for their considerations, which are little imperfections that should be visible in the stone. Nonetheless, incorporations don’t be guaranteed to diminish the worth of an emerald. As a matter of fact, a few gatherers favor emeralds with incorporations since they accept that they add character to the stone.
Emeralds have been valued for a really long time. They were utilized by the old Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Emeralds were likewise utilized by the Aztecs and Mayans. In the Medieval times, emeralds were accepted to have enchanted abilities. They were said to safeguard against evil and to bring best of luck.
The emerald is the birthstone for May. It is additionally the customary gemstone for twentieth and 35th wedding commemorations.
Emeralds are a well known decision for gems. They are many times set in rings, pieces of jewelry, and hoops. Emeralds can likewise be utilized in other enhancing objects, like puppets and containers.
On the off chance that you are thinking about purchasing an emerald, doing your research is significant. There are various elements to consider, like the variety, lucidity, cut, and carat weight of the stone. You ought to likewise know about the various kinds of emeralds that are accessible, like Colombian emeralds and Brazilian emeralds.
Emeralds are a wonderful and uncommon gemstone that has been valued for quite a long time. They are a famous decision for gems and beautifying objects. On the off chance that you are searching for a gemstone that is both lovely and significant, the emerald is an incredible choice.
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Grove Guardian's Revenge: A Gif Analysis
Pissing him off so you don't have to.
Obligatory slowed version of The Walk to get us started. If you haven't seen it before, you're welcome.
He's so angry and so right to be angry. For a hundred years, he has defended the Grove at great personal cost. Before it was established, he saw the deaths of his friends, peers, mentor; his support circle crumbled in a single day.
Not only did his mentor fall, he had to slay his mentor's shade in the aftermath in order to lay him to rest. This is the final release canon origin for the Sorrow glaive, but the early-access version is even more heart-wrenching. Either version, the mantle of first druid / arch-druid is thrust upon his unprepared shoulders; alone and without confidantes or peers, he shouldered the load and kept going.
In his diary, we see that he thought he'd found hope of a cure for the Shadow Curse, which was what he was pursuing when the goblins captured him. "The first hope in a century" if I'm remembering correctly.
From there, he meets you - a second hope of salvation. And then... this. The ultimate betrayal and the end of the Grove, of everything he's protected for so long.
We rarely see Halsin using his size to intimidate; even when he rips Kagha a new one in the conversation about the Rite of Thorns, regardless of whether or not he throws her out.
He uses his size as threat now... as he should. He's here to kill you.
And if it's not active intimidation, then what we might be seeing here is him reining in his temper - choosing to have a conversation before acting.
He's facing Tav when he storms up; as he starts to talk, he angles himself a little away from them. We'll see that more in a second.
"I thought you'd help me. I thought we'd help eachother - instead you chose this."
Controlled calm slipping into justified anger. Again, that blink-and-you'll miss it detail of an emotion, just amazing work by Larian.
"The grove stood for generations. It was our link to Silvanus. Not, it’s nothing but blood and ashes - thanks to you."
Let's slow it down and get closer, really soak in the tiny details embedded in this scene.
Watch the first part below at half speed, watch his face twist into disgust and pain. Watch him physically turn away from you in anger and loathing. He's not looking at Tav anymore, he's seeing something else instead. Some memory of the Grove, whether a happy one or a more recent, bloodstained one, we're left to guess.
Anger turns into sorrow - he lifts his eyes in a silent prayer as he speaks, then hangs his head in heavy, tired despair. It doesn't drag his features down yet; he's still too angry under all that pain.
A tiny, miserable moment of memory and suffering....
...before sorrow turns back into anger, when he comes back to the present. That second blink of anger when he comes back to himself, out of whatever memory he was replaying in that moment. He turns back to you and rage crowds back into his face.
He's already made his choice... but he's about to give Tav a chance to speak for their actions anyway. While the role of arch-druid might have been thrust onto his unprepared shoulders unexpectedly a hundred years before, he has grown immensely since then. Despite his justified rage, he reacts wisely, seeking to understand before seeking vengeance.
Tell me… was it worth it?
He's furious, rightfully so, but there's still a genuine question under that rage. The split-second look of curiousity before the rage takes over his features once more.
Was there a meaning to this sacrifice? Was it done for a purpose or was it all just as cruel and wanton of a betrayal as it seemed?
Even as anger and hatred take over his face once more, he gives you a chance to speak for yourself.
There are four options.
Option 1: Of course - I did what I had to do. Your grove was in the way.
"You have no idea what you’ve done, do you? Or perhaps you simply don’t care?"
First, the genuine sadness and disbelief as he says "You have no idea what you’ve done, do you?"
Then, the anger of "Or perhaps you simply don’t care?"
Sadness and sorrow into fucking rage. Both are so poignant and beautifully done. Round of applause for Larian, god(s)damn.
The first three options all end the same way, so we'll cut right to Option 2 and save that glorious closing gif for the end.
Option 2: "I’m sorry. I had no choice."
"There’s always a choice - but you have made yours. Now I make mine."
Look at the disgust... the way he squeezes his eyes shut as he says "There’s always a choice". He knows. He's made hard choices, at great personal cost.
The way he says it with his head down, his nostrils flared in disgust and anger, and doesn't open his eyes as he turns his head to face Tav. He doesn't open his eyes until the last instant, both saddened and repulsed by Tav and their actions.
Then, when he's looking into Tav's eyes, the anger and hatred set in again.
Let's cut to Option 3.
Option 3: "Calm down. Come sit by the fire and we can talk this over."
"There’s nothing left to be said. My mercy died when I saw the grove."
Pretty much directly into the rage with this one.
And honestly, I don't think anyone could blame him? The balls to aid in the massacre of everyone he cares about, then to hit him with "Calm down. Come sit by the fire and we can talk this over" once he confronts you and gives you a chance to explain yourself?
Nope. Game over, buddy. (Well...)
The four option is simply to attack; all four options lead to a fight to the death. The first three options all end the same way;
"You have upended nature’s balance. Only your death can restore it!"
Slower? Okay.
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