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Open | Hanging out with a King

WHO: Iskandar and anyone who runs across him
WHAT: Iskandar is just spending some time doing various things and enjoying old and new friends along the way
WHEN: Last half of Firstfall
WHERE: Around Skyhold
NOTES: Probably nothing but will add as needed

Stables

One place that people could be sure to find Iskandar was at the stables. He was here a great deal since this was where his horse was and where he'd really been sleeping. When people weren't interested in sharing their beds with him anyway. That was something that certainly happened plenty since he was very large and warm. But for today he was currently seated near a wall, singing softly in a language many natives wouldn't recognize. Perhaps many Rifters wouldn't either. After all, it was his native tongue and there weren't going to be many familiar with Ancient Macedonian.

In his hands was a saddle which he had over one knee while he rubbed the leather down with an oil to keep it looking beautiful. Perhaps most Kings would find someone else to do this but this was something Iskandar had always preferred to do himself. There was just something so relaxing about it. Of course, this didn't stop him from noticing company when it arrived and he smiled at the new arrival, still singing as he did.

Library

It likely wasn't common to see a giant man enjoying so many books but there he was on the floor of the library with a nice pile of them around him. The subjects varied but it was clear he really was reading through them. In his hands right now was what looked like something about the histories of some land and he was scratching his chin as he read through it. Now and then he made a small hum in thought before he finally closed the book and went to stretch, pausing only a moment to smile.

"Ah did you want to read this one?"

Tavern

One of Iskandar's favorite places to be was the tavern. It was here he learned many of the songs of these lands and where he watched people just live. It was fascinating to say the least but it did have him developing a burning desire of sorts. One that was like an itch he couldn't quite reach. He was really going to have to take care of that soon. Which was why he went to sit near the first person that he saw that had a seat available.

At least the first thing he gave was a smile.

"Would you happen to know where one could obtain a harp or lyre?" Yes, he really was going to need one soon.

[ooc: This is an example of what Iskandar's voice would sound like. For obvious reasons this is not what he's singing. This is just to give you an idea of what the tone and such would be!]

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Trying to check out his bear bits, Iskandar? No shame at all.

'Yes'

That narrowed it down further. Especially since many mages he knew so far were female. As far as he knew anyways. And given the fact that one such mage could barely pull himself away from his work...

"You're Sam! I had no idea you could shapeshift!" Laughing, he immediately got up and went to give that big bear body a hug.

And now Iskandar was giving him, a bear, a bear hug. If he could, Sam would be laughing in this form, though the best he gets out is a grunt to to signal his amusement. That and he wraps his paws around the large man - minding his claws of course - to return the hug.

Once the hug is over and he's given enough room, the black smoke engulfs him, disappating a moment later and leaving Sam in his normal form. "I wasn't expecting company."

"Well I wasn't either. I was just out for a ride with my good friend here when we heard something. Turns out it's a beautiful man who didn't mention he can shapeshift into a bear!"

He laughed again then reached out to pull said beautiful man close to him so he could deliver a kiss to his lips. Affection came easily to this one, that was for sure.

"Well you didn't ask." And clearly Kirk hadn't been excited enough to make that known to their large friend. It wasn't like he went around going 'Hi, I'm Sam and I can turn into a bear'.

He shouldn't be surprised by this point by Iskandar's affection, but he is, still getting used to being grabbed in such a fashion and being kissed. Maybe it was because he generally didn't get kissed after someone finding out he could transform.

The kiss isn't met with as much enthusiasm, not because he didn't enjoy it, but since he was chuckling softly a bit much to kiss back properly. "Just a greeting, or do you always kiss men who were just bears?"

"I kiss men that I have taken as lovers which you happen to be. The fact that you can become a bear is simply an exciting development."

He laughed a bit then went for another kiss, quite happy to have him in his arms for a bit more. If nothing else, he felt that Sam was a nice fit there. Tall and firm but not to excess like himself. A very fine body for holding onto like this.

"That and I can see you like the kiss."

"Maaaybe," he answers, trying not to grin so wide, but obviously he was in fact enjoying the kisses. It was just so different. The way he was just swept up and held was rather exhilarating, and Iskandar had a way of just leaving you breathless.

"It seems I'm not going to get a lot of practice in." Not that he seems to mind in the least with the smile on his face, and the way he leans into Iskandar's body, enjoying the extra warmth out in the woods.

"Well I could let you practice if you asked it of me. Though I would like to point out that you don't seem to be doing that." Hence why the man was still very much in his arms right now. Which was honestly a very good place for him anyway. He fit there very nicely and Iskandar did love to see that adorable smile on his handsome face.

"We could practice other things if you like though. I would be able to spare plenty of time for that."

He was in fact not doing that considering he rather liked where he was at the moment. An unexpected development, but an enjoyable one.

The mention of practicing other things, particularly the part with 'we', certainly grabs Sam's attention, making the mage's brows rise curiously. "What other things were you thinking about?"

"Well, this for starters." Moving his hands up, he cupped his face between them then kissed him deeply. Perhaps it wasn't something they had to practice on but he always loved to spend time doing this with his lovers so he could find out exactly what each and every single one of them enjoyed. He wanted to know right down to the last little detail, even for something as simple as kissing.

Oh he might suggest other things in a bit but they'd begin here.

Sam hums pleasantly at that, his own hands coming up to grasp lightly at Iskandar's wrists as his face is being held. He was finding that he rather liked the intimate touch and the way he needed to tilt his head up just a bit - perhaps enjoying being the shorter of the two in this case.

"That's a good start," he replies a bit later, a bit breathlessly with a small grin.

"Isn't it?"

He delivered another kiss to his lips, this one shorter than the last. It was a peck really but there was a reason. He was busy moving his lover towards a nearby tree to press him against it. Mainly to easily pick him up and get those legs around him to bring those lovely lips right up to his height.

Which meant Sam was going to be manhandled. Because why not.

Even if Iskandar planned for it to be a longer kiss, Sam would've cut it short with the amused snort that comes out when he suddenly feels himself being walked backwards to something. Once he finds his back against a tree he raises a brow at the larger man before giving a surprised yelp when he's suddenly being picked up.

Instinctively his hands reach for purchase, which happens to be the clothes around Iskandar's shoulders, and his legs hook around to help secure him. Once he doesn't feel like he's going to fall, Sam looks around, giving a sigh when he sees the position he's been put in.

He's finding that he rather likes being manhandled, but only because he trusts Iskandar at this point.

"And what kind of practice is this? Weight lifting?"

"You do not weigh enough for you to be good enough for that, Sam." He chuckled then leaned forward to nuzzle against his neck. "No, the practice I wish to do is take the time to learn all the places along your neck and shoulders and face that please you the most."

And just like that he pressed a soft kiss to his jaw just beneath his ear.

"You are welcome to learn about what I enjoy as well."

"Well you're starting off very well..." he says softly, chuckling at the feel of Iskandar's beard brushing against his skin. Ever so slightly Sam leans his head to the side to give the man more room to work, noting that he was feeling a lot warmer with Iskandar pressing into like he was.

"Might be faster to just tell me what you don't enjoy," he points out, considering so far he hadn't found anything Iskandar didn't like.

"I do not enjoy cruelty and liars. Since I have not run into either of these problems with you then you will find there is much I enjoy. However, it is for you to find out what I love."

He chuckled after that but didn't fill him in on more than that. Partially to allow Sam to have room to explore on his own. Partially because his mouth was now busy playfully nibbling at his ear instead.

There was something about his ear that made him shiver, but also made him chuckle. Or perhaps it was something about Iskandar's beard in the mix that did that. Either way, Sam keeps his head tilted to allow the man space to explore.

"And what if I told a well meant lie, like if it was meant for a surprise?" Not that he had anything to surprise Iskandar with, but it was just food for thought. And perhaps maybe get Iskandar to spill a bit more then what he gave.

"Ah you are trying to be clever about getting me to confess more than I have. You should touch and explore and kiss and learn. I can tell you everything but the true bond comes from two lovers discovering the wonders of each other rather than being handed a book that explains all there is to know."

He pulled back a bit so Sam would be able to see the warm smile on his lips. "Wouldn't you agree?"

"Perhaps, but you're also very enthusiastic about everything you do so it's a little hard to distinguish between what you only 'enjoy' and what you 'love." Sam returns the look, though his is more of a grin then a smile as he leans back against the tree.

"Verbal confirmation is also very important for lovers to learn, is it not?" he asks, reaching up and tugging a little at the ends of Iskandar's hair.

Iskandar hummed, pleased to have his hair tugged on. Of course, he used that as a chance to pull back and lift a brow at him as he smiled.

"Would you prefer I talk or use my mouth on you?" Seriously, he was amused by how Sam just was still talking so much. 'That's good' or 'more please' would really suffice.

Sam seems to realize this point after Iskandar asks, and the mage only smiles and chuckles, albeit sheepishly. "Ah... I guess that counts as a bad habit." Sorry Iskandar, he was rather conditioned to playful, teasing bickering and having it last for a while. Cyril probably being the main culprit of it, but that was a long and complicated story.

"Maybe you should make it that I can't talk?" He's sure you're creative and will think of something.

Well why not start with the obvious? Iskandar laughed softly then captured those lips with his own. They couldn't readily find words if they were too busy partaking in these activities, that was for certain. Besides, he happened to know for a fact that they both greatly enjoyed doing this part together. And why not when it was very enjoyable? The warmth of lips and bodies pressed so closely together to share in something so beautiful innocent yet innocent was wondrous.

It certainly was an effective and enjoyable way to shut someone up, especially Sam who always responded well to this particular show of affection. Perhaps it had been because of being locked away in a tower for so long, but just the simple action of kissing or being close meant a lot for him.

For a time Sam is caught up in the moment, just kissing Iskandar back, that when a patch of snow falls from the branches above onto them he cannot help but jump slightly, pulling back from the kiss. As soon as it occurs to him what had happened he snorts before breaking into a fit of laughter.

Iskandar had the most comical look on his face as he blinked in surprise before looking up at the snow. He'd really quite forgotten all about it since he really didn't notice temperature differences all that often. Such was the life of being a Servant honestly but he supposed some of it might also come from his sheer bulk as well.

Still, that had been quite startling!

"It fell on us."

Iskandar's reaction to the interruption only has the mage laughing harder. The look of confusion and the innocence of the statement was both adorable and amusing to him. Once he starts to get his laughter under control - to the point of just shaking shoulders - Sam reaches up and helps bat the snow off, though most of it felt like it had melted already.

"That tends to happen when you stand under snow covered trees."

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