Bloombell

Bloombells are Daffodil-like plants that only bloom in the blossoming Spring which once flowered they resonate, as well as perfume. They are rarely found across Atharia, except upon the Bloombell Cliffs; where a whole Orchestra of Bloombells perform.
In the Flora of Atharia, has recorded her experience of the Bloombells. In her book she describes the bell-like chimes of the flowers, which she saw whilst visiting Blomton.

Characteristics

There are many kinds of bloombells, each with their own appearance and sound. On her travels, lists the three types of Bloombells she had found. These are the Belladil, the Dronadil and the Whistlbel. Many scholars and mages are researching the characteristics of these types of Bloombells. Many mages and even Winnie suggest there could possibly be more types of bloombells, though as these plants are so rare it is difficult to find more types.

Belladil

The Belladil is the bloombell which many think of when referring to these plants. It is the most accessible of the flower, as it is this type of Bloombell which is found upon the Bloombell Cliffs.
It is also the plant which is identical to the yellow daffodil. The round green stem stands between 5 cm to 60 cm (~2 in to ~2 ft), with its bulb stretching at about 1 in to 3 in.
The bulb's tepals and corona, when spread, are shaped like a bell. The tepals and corona of the flower are also coloured, which can vary. Mages are unsure why, but the flower can either be a light peach colour, white or more commonly yellow. in fact its the yellow Belladils which can often confuse people, as the plant truly looks like a daffodil.

Dronadil

Dronadils look much like Belladils, however they can grow up to almost 1 m. The corona of the flower is also longer and wider than the Belladil, which causes the bulb to droop. The colour of the petals are either yellow, or more of a greenish yellow.
Dronadils hum. Depending on the size the humming is often be low and deep. Many say its because of the droop of the bulb, which causes this strange sound. Winnie of Pinecones Cross even says in her book, "it is the eeriest sound I've ever heard, when I saw these in the Golath Forest."

Whistlbell

Whistlbells are small and the ones Winnie had found grew up to about 10cm. The colours and shapes of these flowers are the same as a Belladil, only smaller.
These bloombells are easily mistaken to be birds, as like birds these flowers whistle; especially as these plants like to grow at high altitudes.

Lifespan

3 Months

Here ye! Here ye!

Professor Bloomberg's estate was on fire last night!
Twisted firestater at large!
Witnesses are to report to the Lord, immediately!

— The Towncryer of Blomton

Public Opinion

Oh, I love springtime mostly for the music which the Bloombells play. Every year I visit the Bloombell Cliffs to listen. One day I'll have a whole garden of different kinds.

— An Elvenkind explorer.

Every, stinking, year. Ding-a-ling-a-ling! If it was during the day, fine; but in the night too! I'd burn the whole lot.

— A resident of Blomton.

They say bloombells are rare, but how can they say that when there's a bunch on the Bloombell Cliffs?

— A Dwarvenkind in a tavern.

Sounds of Essence

Some believe that these plants, when blossoming, expel more than just sounds and smells. Many followers of Taria's Order believe these flowers spread the Essence of Taria into the plane. This inspired many Mages to study bloombells to prove this theory; even though those of the Order is against the notion of there being such a 'theory'.

At first there was a great silence, but this was until our Mother gifted us with sound. With her infinite power, wisdom and generosity, these Bloombells were giving the ability to sing in celebration of this great gift.

— A Preist, rejoicing the bloombells, during a sermon in the Spring.

Mages who have studied Bloombells and the effect they have with the Essence of the world, are yet to find anything conclusive. Professor Bloomberg is one of these mages who is trying to determine whether if these plants emit Essence and how. However, they were set back, as their home was set ablaze which torched all of their research.
Another mystery is how these flowers can make sound, especially as they look like many other flowers of the world; with stems and petals of vibrant colours. One belief of how these flowers sing is this was a gift by Taria and it is her Essence which spread across the world. When the wind blows, Taria's Essence escapes out of the petals and stamen; causing the orchestra of bloombells to play the music of life.

Wildlife

Even though it is rare to find an orchestra of Bloombells, there are still instances where many have found and observed not only these plants but also their surroundings. Winnie of Pinecones Cross had found many orchestras of Bloombells, and have recorded her findings from observing these flowers into her book, the Flora of Atharia.
Many would also argue that one does not need a book to know sound effects the wildlife. Make a noise and a deer shall gallop, for example. However many kinds of Bloombells do not appear to affect the wildlife at all. Some even attract them.
Winnie of Pinecones Cross had found Bloombells within the Golath Forest. This particular bloombell was a Dronadil, which the orchestra hummed a certain tone which was soothing for the animals, and had attracted many. However, this also attracted predators, both Atharian and beast.

Looking upon a dronadil, I saw the true source of its hum. The bees which feed on these flowers were the bards which attracted the audience of deer and boar; only to have the party interrupted by the hunger of beasts and kin. Twas the song of nature; how brutally beautiful it was

— Winnie of Pinecones Cross in her book, the

Uses

Bloombells have many uses when one can cultivate their own orchestra. Planting a bloombell in one's garden requires great skill in botany as, not only do these plants grow in spring, they require many nutrients from the ground. Picking a flower can kill it, and its seeds, within minutes.

I'm not sure if its him, or the flute; but the music Olyn plays brings tears to my eye. Tears of sorrow and happiness, at the same time. Charming and enchanting.

— A listener to the melodies of Olyn of Riverfoot

However, being difficult does not mean it is impossible. Those who have managed to harvest a bloombell use the plant to create tea, a delicacy in Dovaria. Others dry the plant and scrunch the petals into dust to sprinkle into their pipes to smoke. However, there is a third use that requires more skill than the botanists; making instruments.
Many Atharians have been inspired by these plants to create musical instruments. These instruments are either made by some material, like wood and metal; however, they are also made by the Bloombell itself, or so the bards tell their listeners. One such famous Bloombell instrument is the flute carried and played by, Olyn of Riverfoot; who can be found playing his flute in many taverns across Atharia.