Starter for: @illbeyouridle Location: The southern beaches.
For someone who didn't outwardly express his emotions often, Riley seemed visibly pleased with the outcome of the Thalassa Games. Some might even have seen him crack a small smile. What really exhilarated him was wining his match. So many doubted the martial capabilities of the sons of Demeter. What could these sweet flower children do against other demigods with an affinity for combat and warfare? Riley was thrilled to prove them wrong. Wielding nothing but a harvesting sickle, he entered the ring and swiftly immobilized his opponent in thick layers of ice. Safe to say, plenty of those in the stands were bereft of warmth amidst even the temperate spring climate and Riley emerged as the victor.
Once his opponent had fully thawed, Riley proceeded to shake their hand and even apologized for the frosty reception. Alas, newbies had to learn the hard way never to underestimate any demigod. No matter their divine heritage. He sat quietly as the celebration portion of the games took place. Never one for partying or revelry, Riley abstained from drinking and congratulated the other winning members of his team.
He noticed one of the competitors approach. Tall and muscular, admittedly delicious to look at. Could possibly be mistaken for Hercules himself. Lost to the Artemis fellow during the archery competition, however. Perhaps biceps and abs don't guarantee a winner. "I see the Sun has been eclipsed by the Moon today. Truly an interesting turn of events." Surely their own victory didn't have anything to do with having both the children of Nike and Tyche alongside them. "Aside from losing, are you enjoying the festivities?"
