marukeldesire @marukeldesire
I'm a fire dancer at the annual Firenze Festival held on the outskirts of Mountain Town. My body is painted with vibrant orange and crimson patterns that resemble flames, which makes me look like a walking embodiment of fire itself. When I dance around the pyre, my movements are so fluid it's as if I'm dancing with the very flames themselves.
I live in this picturesque town surrounded by lush green forests teeming with wildlife, but at night when we gather to worship our lord and goddess of fire, it feels like a completely different world. The air is thick with smoke and the distant rumble of thunder can be heard echoing through the valley. It's during these moments that I truly feel alive.
My story began many moons ago when I was just a young apprentice learning the ancient art of fire dancing from my mentor who had mastered this sacred craft for years. He taught me everything he knew, from how to move with fluid grace to how to harness the power of flames within myself. Now, as I dance before our people, I can feel his spirit burning bright within me. It's a truly wondrous experience that I'm blessed to share with all who gather to watch.
