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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/18/2023 11:09 AM
A series of well-maintained stone pathways went all the way across the areas, connecting basically every single building. Off to the side of the path, spread out the perfect distance to not let the cold penetrate all the way to your bones, were torches. They burned warmly. (edited)

Miles Arrival

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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/18/2023 2:22 PM
With a ZAP of lightning, Miles appeared in the area... He was dressed in some winter clothes surprisingly to his style. Agustin was here. @soul | 🎻 (edited)
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soul | 🎻 11/18/2023 3:23 PM
Still laid splat on the ground, Miles groaned against the stone pathway. He lay there for a few seconds before realising that he probably shouldn't just lay on the ground for the foreseeable future, at which point he stood up. And noticed his clothes. Cool! Free burger and clothes. He patted his bubble jacket and looked around. "...is this still in space?"
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/18/2023 3:27 PM
".. Yes. This is still in space." There was a man standing next to him, a large man, with black hair that was beginning to gray at the roots and tiny little wiggling things coming out of his head. He was looking down at Miles with slight worry. "Who are you and why are you here?" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 11/18/2023 3:33 PM
See, though Miles had spoken aloud, he did not actually expect anyone to answer. He hadn't even noticed the man next to him until now. He didn't jump, his eyebrows just raised and he turned his head. "Oh, uh, hi, my name is Miles!" He held his hand out. "I think we do that, no one's actually shaken my hand before so- uh, not sure how this ends! But yknow, I'm great at introductions, my name is Miles and I'm here cause like this guy gave me a burger and then he knocked me out and now I'm here and I assume that's related to this because, yknow, you said we're still in space." Miles tilted his chin up to look up at the sky, to try spot Space. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/18/2023 8:03 PM
Agustin stared down at Miles' hand, but didn't take it. The sky above was just as dazzling as it was in the stone room at least. ".. What did the man who brought you here look like?" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 11/18/2023 8:17 PM
Miles kept his hand stuck out, though it dropped slightly as he glanced up at Space. "Nice... space." "Um. Uhhh he had hair, it was like black but it had a little green and like, it was shaved yknow?" He waved his hand around where Rakin's hair had been shaved. "Cool eyes like I thought they were cool and these robes and like he had a bag with a burger in it, which was super good actually, by Wendy, I dunno who that is." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/19/2023 4:27 PM
"... Rakin.." Agustin sighed. "No wonder he's been coming to me for healing so frequently-.. He is bringing in more people. Who must not be happy.. But to be honest, I have no clue waht that burger thing is about." @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 11/19/2023 7:25 PM
"I mean if it helps, I feel pretty happy! Space is cool, I got a burger- well he did knock me out which I didn't like but I mean two for three isn't that bad, is it?" Miles grinned and did a double thumbs up at Agustin. "See if I had a third thumb I could have one down, to mean the knocking out thing but I don't, so, yknow." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/19/2023 7:31 PM
"... mhm.." Agustín hummed, clearly already over this conversation. "Are any others with you? We do not have a lot of food to work with as is.." @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 11/19/2023 7:34 PM
Miles looked around the pathways. "Well, you're with me so I guess there are others here, with me, but I can't see anyone else sooo...!" He shrugged, arms raising as well like a square M. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/20/2023 10:54 AM
".. I mean-.. More new people, like you. Zahara, me, and Dante were already here." Agustin sighed. "So you haven't seen anyone new, right?" @soul | 🎻
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"Well I only know you and the guy that gave me a burger so I haven't seen anyone else. Buuuut everything is new to me so I guess I have seen new people! But yeah, only seen you two guys." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/20/2023 11:06 AM
"Great. Hopefully it stays that way." Agustín said. "You can stay in the back barracks, away from the stream, until we figure out what's happening. There's beds in there as well." @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 11/20/2023 8:38 PM
"BEDS?! For free? Oh MAN this place rules. See usually I gotta like sneak into Mr Campbell's motel I've been doing that for the past week and like usually he'll just ignore me as long as I don't like make a mess which I don't but someone had booked out the room I chose so I slept under the bed and he found me so yeah. Beds are good." Miles nodded to himself. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/20/2023 8:47 PM
"... Yeah, well, luckily for you you don't have to sneak around here. In fact, please do not do that." Agustín sighed. "And don't cause any problems here either for Dante or Zahara, got it?" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 11/20/2023 8:49 PM
"I don't know who they are but I won't!" Double thumbs up from Miles, one for each person to not cause problems for. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/20/2023 10:29 PM
"Great. I'm going to go look around for more new people just to be safe. Stay out of trouble." And with that, Agustín walked away down another path. @soul | 🎻
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"Will do!" Miles waved after Agustin and. Just stood there. He looked around and began to walk up a different path. Any path. Off he goes.

Uncle Agustin!

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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/21/2023 5:48 PM
Backing out of the warmth and safety of the barracks, Kian embraced the cold tundra once more. He shivered and held onto his cape, making sure it didn't blow away with the wind. Kian saw a path and began walking, looking to see what their surroundings were and maybe see if there were any natives around. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/21/2023 5:51 PM
As it happened, Agustín was still patrolling the paths. "Hey-" Agustín called out as he saw a new person, but his voice quickly faded as his brain processed who this was. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/21/2023 8:06 PM
Kian thought it was just the wind at first, but when he looked up and met someone's eyes, his own widened. He stopped dead in his tracks. "...U-Uncle Agustin?" Kian's voice was small, muffled by the snow and by the boy's own hesitance. Kian's earring flapped rapidly against his face, as did his hair, but even after all these years, Kian remained a familiar 18 year old boy. The only major difference Agustin would be able to see was the fact Kian didn't wear his cape on his back anymore. Instead, it was over his right arm. Besides that, Kian seemed timeless. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/21/2023 8:17 PM
Agustin looked similar as well- just a bit older than the last time Kian would have remembered seeing him around. The roots of his hair were turning a bit grey, and there were just a few wrinkles around his eyes. Agustin hardly took a moment to take in all of Kian before running toward him and wrapping him up in a tight hug. "Kian-.. you're the last person I would have expected to see here.. I'm sorry you got wrapped up in this you- literally have nothing to do with it.." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/21/2023 9:53 PM
An invisible force squeezed at Kian's throat. The boy was speechless as Agustin hugged him, only letting out a muffled sob as he wrapped his one arm around the older man. Kian didn't hesitate to rub his cheek into Agustin's shoulder. It was the same for Kian. Out of anyone, he hadn't expected to meet Agustin here of all places. "..It's.. It really i-is you.." Kian managed to say between choked back sobs. "Uncle Agustin.. I-I've missed you." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/21/2023 10:33 PM
"Yeah I missed you too,] but I saw you like 2 months ago, remember-" Agustin said. But something felt off about this hug.. He slowly looked over to the cape covering up what was clearly a missing arm. "... When... When did you lose your arm? Rakin didn't do this, right..?" @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/21/2023 10:54 PM
At that, Kian's hand gently gripped at the back of Agustin's shirt. He was slowly, but surely, putting the pieces together. With a sniffle, Kian pulled away from Agustin's hold, his tears now frozen solid in specs on his cheeks. "Two months...? Try two hundred years," he chuckled sadly, but his smile didn't reach his eyes. If anything, it seemed to make Kian look his age. "I... I-I don't think I'm your Kian... But," Kian looked up at Agustin, a gleam to his eyes. "..But I'm happy to see you regardless, Uncle Agustin. It's been so long. H-How are you here?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/21/2023 10:59 PM
Agustín held him tightly, but allowed him to move away when he wanted to. "Wh... Two hundred years? Kian, you can't trick me. You look the same. Besides the arm thing." Agustín shook his head. "Now isn't the time for joking with me." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/21/2023 11:16 PM
Ah. Kian's smile fell at the mention of his appearance. He gripped the edge of his cape, as if to hide his already known missing arm. "Y-Yeah.. I probably do, don't I?" He laughed pathetically. "When.. Well, let me ask you this: When was the last time y-you saw me? Are.." Kian's lips curled inward for a moment, like he was holding back another sob. "A-Are my moms still.. a-around..?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/21/2023 11:19 PM
"The last time I saw you was when my dad was trying to help Opal about two months ago now. She wasn't doing well but- she was alive.. But Aeva.." He faded off, clearing his throat. "I don't know why you're asking me to talk about this. You know already." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/21/2023 11:21 PM
Kian sniffled again and nodded. "W-Well.. I just.. I needed a timeline of things because.. W-Well, like I said. It's.. been some time since--since everything and everyone.." He faded off, not wanting to break down completely in front of Agustin. "..C-Can we sit inside somewhere..? A-And talk? I think I can explain more out of a raging snow storm.." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/21/2023 11:35 PM
"Yeah, let's get inside somewhere.." Agustín said and glanced around to see where the closest building was. The kitchen was only a few steps away. Agustín began to lead Kian toward the stone building. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge

Scott and Ko

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Mister Jokestar 11/24/2023 6:23 PM
After walking for a little bit Ko and Scott saw some light and we able to approach the stone pathways. "Oh look! Warmth blessed warmth. I didn't realize how cold I was getting but those torches do appear to be warm!" He ran ahead to the nearest torch extending his arms to get some heat. @Shae | Ko
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“Yeah,” Ko agreed, she could almost afford to lose layers with the torches. Something to keep in mind if a fight broke out. “the tournament would be over too quickly if we all froze to death. Are they stuck in place or can we take one with us?” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/24/2023 8:21 PM
Scott reached out to grasp the base of the torch and looked to see if it was removable. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (torch?) @Shae | Ko
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/24/2023 8:22 PM
(Roll a d20 success is 10 or above)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/24/2023 8:23 PM
The torch hardly moved. But it seemed like if someone was strong enough to snap it off, it would be possible.
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Mister Jokestar 11/24/2023 8:23 PM
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“Any luck,” Ko spoke, stepping closer to peer at the torch only to see it still in place. She would use her powers but it might cause the flame to snuff. “Guess not, oh well. Maybe they’ll be loose ones for people to grab in another section of this place.” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/24/2023 9:40 PM
Scott looked around, they could see buildings and other signs of some sort of settlement. "Well there are some sheltered areas so maybe we won't need to bring it in with us. After all, might be better not to burn down the house." @Shae | Ko
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“I guess so but it never hurts to be prepared,” Ko murmured, looking around. “It’s likely the areas with fire are where more people will be gathering the longer this goes on to protect themselves from the elements.” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/25/2023 6:52 AM
"Hmm... So we should be careful. We don't know if they'll be nice like you were with me. Did Rakin mention how the tournament actually works? I saw this really scary movie called the hunger games and if it's like that, I'm not sure what we will end having to do." @Shae | Ko
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“He said it’d start once everyone was in place. So I assume there will be some kind of indicator but other then that it’d just be speculation on my part,” Ko admitted. “Did that movie also feature a tournament to the death? I expect there will be a lot of things we’ll have to do if we want to survive this place.” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/25/2023 2:55 PM
"Yeah it just dropped people into this sorta arena and they just all had to kill each other. Last one standing kind of thing... Some people teamed up, kind of like me and you. Sick together but since there could only be one, eventually they... Well I'm not the betraying type so don't worry about that." @Shae | Ko
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“Good, my family values trust and loyalty very highly. If I were betrayed I would do everything in my power to make the betrayer pay for it,” Ko spoke offhandedly, “that movie does sound eerily similar to our situation. Any advice you can think of from watching it that would help us now?” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/25/2023 5:20 PM
"Oh yeah, I'll keep that in mind." Scott was a bit unnerved by what felt almost like a threat... Or at the very least, a very deadly promise. "Hmm... Don't eat the berries? Watch out for bees. Yeah I can't say I know if too much of it would be helpful." @Shae | Ko
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“Sound advice. Eating any berries you’re unsure of could bad and bees are a common allergy. It’s no straight forward plan for how to survive but it’s a start,” Ko said. She was looking for any reason to stay positive, too worried about the implications is she spent too long thinking about the actual odd of survival with so many unknown factors. She hated those. “I just wish there wasn’t so much unknown about this place. I don’t even know how many others are here with us.” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/25/2023 8:06 PM
"I guess we'll find out eventually. There are a lot of unknown stuff but if we explore and figure stuff out we will figure more out. That is I mean... Well I dunno, there are buildings here, maybe one has food or beds, and the torches are here so I don't think they want us to freeze to death... So maybe not a survivalist thingy." @Shae | Ko
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“I suppose, I’m just used to knowing more about my surroundings. It’s, offputting that everything here is somewhat new to me,” she found herself admitting. @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/26/2023 1:42 PM
"That makes sense. I guess I am used to not knowing anything... but im still upset. I know I keep bringing up Macy, and its probably awkward for you, seeing as you don't know her, but she kinda took me in and helped me with a lot of stuff. I used to live on the streets and played poker to keep myself fed, next thing you know I actually have some comfort and a future to look forward to." He wiped his eyes, tried to keep the tears from coming. "So I guess I should be ready for something like this. Lady luck has a way of turning the tables. We just have to turn them back. Use what we have, gather as much information as we can and find our ways home." @Shae | Ko
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“I-“ Ko began, stopping to actually consider what was being said. Letting out a small sigh before she straighten herself out. Her eyes flashing brightly as she recentered herself. “You’re right, being upset about it won’t fix anything. I just have to keep going. I don’t mind you talking about Macy, she’s who you want to get back to, it makes sense you want to remind yourself of her. I have a guide back home, his name’s Sune. Usually in uncertain situations he helps me get through them, I wish he was with me now.” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/26/2023 1:53 PM
"Sometimes, if I dont actually have macy, I ask myself, what would macy do." He turned to Ko now directly, "What would Sune do in this situation?" @Shae | Ko
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“Try to bite me until I found something useful,” she spoke, laughing slightly at the idea. It might help to specify her guide was a fox but her mind had already jumped elsewhere, “okay. Let’s keep looking around then. Anything of use beds, food, water.” @Mister Jokestar
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Mister Jokestar 11/26/2023 2:05 PM
Scott wasn't sure what to make of the biting thing, and just chalked it up to being a Japan thing. "Well... what if we check out that building." Scott pointed to the nearest building, which happened to be the kitchen unbeknownst to him. "As long as we start off somewhere, might as well be the close one right?" @Shae | Ko
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“Good idea,” Ko spoke, reinvigorated as she headed towards it, “let’s check it out.” @Mister Jokestar

Kian Mari and Baby

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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 11/26/2023 10:51 PM
Jymaiyri wandered onto the pathways, still holding Minerva close. She had seen a bonfire on her trek over earlier, and some people beside it. That was probably a good place to start. She just had to get there. Minerva wasn't the happiest to be back in the cold, but she wasn't as distressed as she'd been before. Still, Jymaiyri held her especially close to her body, hoping to share her body warmth with the little child. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/26/2023 10:58 PM
Despite the bitter cold, Kian walked in the snow with little issue. Perhaps it was because he was used to it. Perhaps it was because Kian wasn't busy thinking about how cold it was. Whichever it was, the boy trudged along as his cape waved in the wind. As he walked, he noticed a form coming closer and concern washed over him. "Hey-! Are you okay? The buildings are back the other way!" Kian called out to the form and started to walk faster towards Jymaiyri. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 11/26/2023 11:06 PM
Jymaiyri visibly tensed as Kian approached, stepping back from him before determining he probably wasn't that much of a threat. "I'm looking for someone who knows what's going on here." She shouted over the wind. "I need answers." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/26/2023 11:17 PM
It didn't take long for Kian to catch up to Jymaiyri. He stopped a couple feet away and his eyes widened when he saw the baby in her sling. "Y-You're the woman with the baby—H-Hold on, here–" Kian undid his cape from its clip and offered it to Jymaiyri. "You can use this to cover your baby from the wind and snow. I-It's freezing out here." Without his cape, Jymaiyri would be able to see that Kian's right arm ended around his elbow and that his sleeve was tied at its end. "I-I don't think I can provide you with all the answers, but I know someone who could talk to you more about what's going on. We s-should head somewhere warmer to talk, however. I-I'm Kian, by the way. What's your name, miss?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 (edited)
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 11/26/2023 11:26 PM
Jymaiyri took the cape, but not without concern. Kian looked rather young, and it was so cold. "Are you sure you don't need it?" She said, draping it over Minerva. She noticed his arm, but didn't say anything about it. "You do?" She lit up. "Oh, thank god. I'll take anything, I've been so worried-" She abruptly stopped herself. "I'm Jymaiyri. Heading somewhere warmer is- probably a good idea." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/26/2023 11:34 PM
"N-Not as much as either you or the little one needs it," Kian shook his head and gave the woman a reassuring smile. "It's n-nice to meet you, Miss Jymaiyri. Uhm.. I-I think I see another building down the path. Let's head there for now. The fire is a bit farther away. I don't want to risk you two being out here for too long," Kian said as he pointed to the #barracks-back @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 11/26/2023 11:38 PM
Well Jymaiyri couldn't argue with that. And she didn't. Baby was warmer now that's her number one priority sorry Kian. She glanced over to where Kian was pointing. "Oh- that looks good. Let's head over there." She started trudging down the path. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/26/2023 11:45 PM
It's okay. Kian doesn’t have much self preservation skills anyways. Baby is also number one priority. He walked beside them, doing his best to try and cover Jymaiyri from the wind and snow. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 (We can move to the barracks now)

Very Pathetic People

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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 4:53 PM
... Madison was quite literally dragging herself by her hands toward the back barracks building. She was dragging her lower half like a zombie or something. But she was dedicated to her quest. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:06 PM
Stepping back into the fray, Kian embraced the cold snow and started walking. He didn't have a particular goal in mind, but perhaps that was a good thing. As he walked, he noticed something odd in the ground. Or more accurately, something odd moving on the ground. "Wh.." Kian's eyes widened when he saw Madison and he ran towards her in worry. "A-Are you okay?! Hey!" He called out to her. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:08 PM
"Ah!" Madison yelled as he seemingly suddenly appeared out of the blue from the storm. Her arms collapsed under her and her chest landed roughly on the stone path beneath her, knocking all the wind out of her lungs and making her pause for a bit. She finally managed to wheeze out, "S-stay back-" @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:15 PM
Kian did not listen to Madison, continuing to approach until he was only a couple feet away from her. "I-It's okay! I'm not going t-to hurt you! I-In fact, let me help! You're going to freeze to death if you continue to crawl around here-!" He replied. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:16 PM
Much like a cornered animal, Madison reared back as far as she could and her hair stood on end- probably just an effect of the freezing wind though. "I-I won't freeze- I have gloves." Madison said. She did have gloves- thick gray ones with a cat paw print design on the insides. Very.... Her. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:21 PM
"Y-Yes you will, miss!" Kian insisted. "I-I promise I'm not here to hurt you! I-I'm Kian a-and there are other people in the buildings that way—Just let me help you get over there a-at least!" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:24 PM
"Mmmmmnmnm-" Madison grumbled. This was suspicious, but she was starting to lose feeling in her extremities. "What are your powers. Tell me." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:32 PM
Seriously? She was going to ask this right now? Kian frowned and kneeled down. "M-My mother calls it 'Power Roulette'.... B-But why does that matter? Please, let me help you up," Kian said and offered her his arm. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:41 PM
Madison did not reach out toward him. "Wh-what does that mean." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:42 PM
"C-Can I please explain after we get inside?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:42 PM
"I-.. I need to know you can't hurt me. I don't like being here." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:44 PM
"I won't, but explaining my powers out here just brings us closer to freezing. P-Please," Kian pleaded. Every second spent talking just brought death closer. Why was this woman so adamant about this? @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:47 PM
"..." Madison stared up at him. Yeah, she could feel the chill creeping into her bones now. "I have a gun. I'll shoot you if you hurt me." She finally reached out one of her hands toward him. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 11/27/2023 5:52 PM
Honestly, Kian was more concerned about freezing out here than getting shot. Getting shot could mean instant death. Freezing can take a while. He picked Madison up with some struggle, but he could at least pick her up a bit and carry her along. He trudged to the closer building. #barracks-front @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 11/27/2023 5:53 PM
Madison had her arms wrapped around his neck somewhat uncomfortably. She could choose to block his airway at any time if she felt like it. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge

Kenji and Agustin

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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 12/2/2023 10:17 AM
After a while, Kenji finally staggers out of the forest and into a wide open area, building scattered around and snow everywhere as far as he can see. The mix of moonlight and firelight bouncing off the snow is pretty disorienting after the relative darkness of the forest. He grits his teeth, forging on through the cold until he reaches what looks like a winding stone pathway where the light he’d seen—torches—was coming from. It’s not doing all that much to help him warm up just standing by it, but at least it’s better than nothing for him to catch his breath and (try to) regroup. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 12/2/2023 10:43 AM
Seems that there was another man trudging across the paths here. A large man with strange gills coming from the sides of his head was approaching. "Hello? You ought to get inside before you freeze out here. Those torches only do so much." The man said as he got to his side. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 12/2/2023 11:11 AM
Kenji half about jumps out of his skin, flinching back from the man he hadn’t seen approaching at first. “What’s— Who are you?” His voice is slightly muffled from behind the snow-soaked scarf. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 12/2/2023 11:18 AM
"I'm Agustín. I was here before all you new people showed up. I have healing powers, if you need any help." Agustín said. "I just want to make sure all of you new people aren't stranded out here freezing." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 12/2/2023 12:16 PM
It takes Kenji a second to process, but eventually he shakes his head slowly. “N-No, I’m—I’m okay, I-I think, I…” Brother you are still on like half health 💀. At least Agustín doesn’t seem unfriendly. His brain is still spinning. “Where— Where is ‘here’?” @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 12/2/2023 12:19 PM
"We are somewhere in space. Unfortunately." Agustín said. "I do not know where. I think even if I did it wouldn't be super helpful.." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 12/2/2023 12:26 PM
“…Space,” Kenji repeats, the word bitter and heavy in his mouth. “He— He wasn’t lying, then, we’re…” His voice chokes up, unable to finish. He seems a bit lightheaded. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 12/2/2023 12:40 PM
Agustín held out a gloved hand toward Kenji. "You should get to a building and lay down before you pass out." Agustín said. "There are many other people like you here, if that makes you feel any better." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 12/2/2023 5:20 PM
Kenji can’t help his involuntary flinch back at Agustín’s outstretched hand, but he at least looks a little bit apologetic. “..I’m.. I’m not gonna pass out,” he mutters, half under his breath, before continuing normally, “And that’s.. that’s what that guy said, he said there was— m-more me’s, or— or I wasn’t the right me, or— something, a-and— he brought us here to—“ He cuts himself off, hand moving in front of his chest as if trying to grasp the necklace that is no longer there, and inhales sharply as he lets his hand drop. “I just— I-I don’t understand.” @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 12/3/2023 9:43 AM
Agustín kept his hand out, even if Kenji wasn't taking it right away. "Yes, this whole situation is very..... Confusing, I agree." Agustín said. "What he said about there being multiple-yous is true probably, but you can ponder the vastness of thr universe later when you're not going to freeze out here." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒

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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 12/3/2023 4:10 PM
Augustín probably has a point. “O-Okay, yeah..” Kenji’s shoulders slump and slowly he trudges over to where Augustín is standing. He still doesn’t really seem willing to take his hand, but at least he seems willing to follow along. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 12/3/2023 11:14 PM
"Follow me then. Maybe I can explain more once we're inside." Agustín nodded and led him over to #barracks-back. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒

Tsubari and Kian

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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/21/2023 3:51 PM
Deciding to step away from the bonfire, Kian entered the snowy path once more. At least there was some light out now. Walking aimlessly, Kian kept his cape clutched to his chest as he looked around. It was easier to see all of the buildings, only a few he could actually recognize, however. He wondered how long he would be stuck here... Talking about his mission with Riki reminded Kian that his time was limited, and that getting back home should be his priority. Lost in his thoughts, Kian wouldn't have noticed anyone approaching. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/21/2023 4:16 PM
Meanwhile Tsubari did not have a single thought going on in her head. Disappointed by the lack of baby poke, she was coincidentally going in the same direction, not appearing to be cold at all as she almost pranced past Kian. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/21/2023 4:19 PM
Seeing the blur of red pass him, Kian snapped out of his thoughts and looked over to the stranger. She had quite the interesting appearance. Horns? And pointed ears? Kian's worry was quickly erased by his childish curiosity. "H-Hey!" He called out to her, a small curious smile on his lips. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/21/2023 4:21 PM
"Huh?" Tsubari stopped, turning her head with a not so great expression on her face. "Are you talking to me?" There's.. no one else here bestie. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/21/2023 4:38 PM
Kian nodded, his brain shortening. What exactly was he supposed to say now?? Uh. "Y-Yeah! Uhm.. Uh, I thought y-you looked cool! What's your name, miss??" @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/21/2023 5:16 PM
Her near scowl flickered into a smile at the compliment. "Aw, thank you! If you must know, my name is Tsubari. What's yours?" It appeared.. strangely robotic for a response. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/21/2023 5:32 PM
Kian didn't question the robotic-ness of her response. Maybe that's just how she spoke. Kian wasn't gonna question that. "N-Nice to meet you, Miss Tsubari! I'm Kian! I r-really like your horns! They look really cool!" @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/21/2023 6:52 PM
Her hands once again instantly reached up to her horns. She was starting to get self conscious about it. "Um... thanks. Is that all you were going to say?" @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/21/2023 7:23 PM
"Uhm.. A-And I really like your skirt! It's pretty!" Kian beamed. "Are.. D-Did you get taken here too, Miss Tsubari?" @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru

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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/21/2023 8:54 PM
Connie rubbed her hands a little, trying to generate some extra warmth between her palms. The big pine forest Miss Jymaiyri had mentioned was looming just ahead; and it was verrry spooky. She frowned a little, shuffle-stomping her feet in the snow to also generate some extra courage. Sovvy wasn't here, but that was fine, that was fine! She just needed to run in, grab some sticks, and run out. Maybe stick to the edge of the forest, too. "C'mon, Connie," she mumbled, still shuffle-stomping. Brr, chilly. Not as chilly as before, but still chilly enough! "You got this, you got this!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 (edited)
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/21/2023 9:02 PM
Does she really got this? A large black wolf was walking out of the forest… Lykos was lost in thought, not paying attention to where he was going, and who was in her way. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/21/2023 9:26 PM
Connie yelped a little at the sight of the shadowy black figure coming out of the forest, immediately stiffening up. Bear? Were there bears here? Wolves? Maybe wolves? But as the figure neared, she seemed to relax a little more, bit by bit. The figure seemed a little familiar, but she couldn't quite place her finger on it. That was, until he came ambling over. She shuffled to the side to let him pass, a little 'aha!' moment coming to life. "Hey, you were at the bonfire!" she gasped. "And you talked!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/21/2023 9:39 PM
“Hm? Oh.” That child from before… “Yes I was. Do you need something from me.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/21/2023 10:36 PM
"Thank you..." She didn't dislike the praise, but it was still confusing. "I don't think I would be here if I wasn't, so yes." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/21/2023 10:52 PM
"Ah.. I figured, but I just w-wanted to make sure," Kian nodded. "Are you hurt anywhere o-or anything? There's a couple of buildings upwards of here that's warm and h-has beds if you'd like to rest from the snow," he said and pointed towards the barracks. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/21/2023 10:57 PM
"Oh, wow," she said, a little surprised she hadn't hallucinated the whole thing. A grin suddenly spread on her face, and she began to shuffle her feet again with excitement. "I've never met a talking dog before! Um, hi! Uh, sorry about. Earlier?" What was she apologizing for? Nonetheless, she shook her head a little, bits of her hair going every which way. "Um! You just came from the forest, and I was going to go in too, but uh- I just wanted to ask if it was...super dangerous in there?" she asked, scrunching her nose a little. "I can handle some stuff, but just like. If there's bears and stuff there, I kinda ask, y'know? It is a prettyyy big looking forest, and I haven't really gone in there before." She was all smiles, gloved hands clasped together politely, but internaly she was just losing her mind. She loved dogs- well, not love loved them, but she liked dogs a lot! (Not as much as red pandies, though.) @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/21/2023 11:01 PM
Lykos scowled for a moment before shaking their head and calming. “I am not a dog- I am a wolf. Hmph. The forest is dangerous. Large beasts live there, it is no place for a child.” Her enthusiasm was a little.. much. At least she wasn’t afraid of them. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/21/2023 11:27 PM
"Ack- sorry! Wolf- I've never met a talking wolf either. Huh. Uh-" "Hey, what kinda beasts?" Considering the wolf's height, everything probably seemed larger. Still, the confirmation that there were animals and stuff in the woods wasn't a good one. Her hands balled up into small little fists, determination bright in her eyes. "I'll- I'll avoid them, but what kind of beasts are they?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/21/2023 11:37 PM
“Hm. The one I have seen was a giant frog. He is very large and dangerous, he has deadly venom. Do you need something within the forest? You shouldn’t go there. Not alone, at the very least.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/21/2023 11:47 PM
"A- huh? I. Haven't seen that either," she murmured, rubbing her chin. "But I won't go anywhere near him, promises!" "I wanted to get a few sticks in the forest- uh, like, long, sturdy, good for fishing rods and stuff!" Connie smiled a little more at that. "I wanna get enough stuff to make two of them, but I'll stick to the edge of the forest!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/22/2023 12:02 AM
"Not currently. But I don't really get hurt, either." She shrugged. "I don't get cold either." She rocked back and forth on her feet as she spoke. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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"A- huh? I. Haven't seen that either," she murmured, rubbing her chin. "But I won't go anywhere near him, promises!" "I wanted to get a few sticks in the forest- uh, like, long, sturdy, good for fishing rods and stuff!" Connie smiled a little more at that. "I wanna get enough stuff to make two of them, but I'll stick to the edge of the forest!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/22/2023 9:57 AM
“Hm… I will help you.” If this child was here, clearly she was strong in some sort of way. She would be more useful alive. And the wolf was not above manual labor, it wouldn’t be bad to help. “Follow me.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/22/2023 11:09 AM
Kian blinked at Tsubari, clearly confused by her statement. "Y-You.. don't get hurt or cold..? What do you mean by that, Miss Tsubari?" @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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“Hm… I will help you.” If this child was here, clearly she was strong in some sort of way. She would be more useful alive. And the wolf was not above manual labor, it wouldn’t be bad to help. “Follow me.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/22/2023 11:47 AM
"Huh- wah, if you wanna!" she quickly said, waving her hands a little. "I don't wanna make you like, do extra stuff if you don't wanna oh okay you're going-" She made haste to follow the wolf, the stone tap-tapping underneath her feet. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/22/2023 9:25 PM
"How did you become a doctor?" Connie asked, walking along the pathways. "Aw, that's not a yes-no. Um- what kinda- uh- was it hard becoming a doctor?" The two sticks were now tucked away in her pockets, her hands swinging freely at her sides. Still wasn't day yet- though she could start to see the day break on the horizon. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/22/2023 10:15 PM
Lykos sort of.. laughed? And then nodded heavily. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/22/2023 10:24 PM
Connie hummed, thinking thoughtfully. "Uh, was there. A specific. Reason? You became a doctor?" She really was trying- man, it was hard asking about jobs and stuff! Postman didn't really count! @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/22/2023 10:28 PM
Lykos huffed and then nodded yes. “aw wuwd- ff.” Can’t talk through three sticks, pal. They looked frustrated. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/22/2023 10:33 PM
She blinked a little before smiling, holding out her hand near Lykos. "I can hold the sticks, if you want!" she offered. "It might be a little easier to talk if you aren't holding anything, y'know? Ehe." Connie had more than enough space to hold the sticks! Not to mention her pants pockets, too- dang, she loved these pants. (edited)
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/23/2023 12:38 AM
"You know, you're like.. at least the third person to be concerned about that. Before you ask, I'm not a human. I don't really feel temperature." She explained, a bit tired of the confusion but what did she expect this is like Jymayiri with the baby but not nearly as bad. Maybe you should reciprocate bestie. "I... like your hair?" @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/23/2023 10:31 AM
Again, Kian blinked as he looked over Tsubari. "I-I mean, I didn't want to assume, but with the horns and stuff.. I-I figured you weren't exactly human, m-maybe like a demon or something, but you don't feel temperatures at all??" He asked. Though, he smiled sheepishly at the compliment. "O-Oh, thank you. I have to use four different shampoos to keep my curls nice." @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
She blinked a little before smiling, holding out her hand near Lykos. "I can hold the sticks, if you want!" she offered. "It might be a little easier to talk if you aren't holding anything, y'know? Ehe." Connie had more than enough space to hold the sticks! Not to mention her pants pockets, too- dang, she loved these pants. (edited)
Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 11:47 AM
Lykos grumbled a bit, before pausing and setting down her sticks. They licked at their mouth a bit before talking again. “Ugh… thank you for the offer.” The wolf sounded a little reluctant. “Now.. for your questions, it was difficult to get both doctorates. I was allowed to start my studies at an early age, the entire endeavor took 7 years. And…” The doctor’s gaze was distant for a moment. “I had my reasons, yes.”
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 1:01 PM
Connie picked up the (somewhat damp) sticks, considering things for a moment before also fully shoving them in her pockets. Now they would smell like dog. Or wolf. Regardless; she rubbed her hands together as Lykos spoke, fully attentive to his words. She blinked a little, brows knitting together somewhat. "Do you wanna talk about the reasons?" she softly asked. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 1:12 PM
The wolf’s ears flattened and they licked their nose. “…It is not a time I enjoy speaking of. I do not regret it, though.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 1:51 PM
Connie was absolutely bright-eyed as Lykos licked their frickin' Dog-dang nose in the cutest widdle way- if it were humanly possible, she would have been floating from the sheer holiness of it all. Instead, Connie nodded, as in some attempt to stop her from imploding. It was working. "That's alright! You don't have to talk about it," she said, still nodding. "I'm glad you don't regret it, though! Learning is always suuuper helpful- and you got two of them! Two dang doctorates! That's a lot!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 1:57 PM
Lykos’ tail wagged just a bit. “Hmhmhm, yes. I am proud of my work. Hm.. what is most important is that I completed what I set out to do. I am free from the past, unburdened… All that is left is to leave this damn place.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 3:27 PM
Connie politely clapped her hands a little before an awful, awful grimace befell her. "Euuugh." "Uh, you know the entire...get sacrifices gimmick, right?" she hesitantly asked. "Just making sure. Um. Yeah." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 4:24 PM
Lykos sighed. “Yes.” They tilted their head for a moment. “When you were.. brought here, did you speak to Rakin?” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/23/2023 4:42 PM
Tsubari stopped for a moment as her brain took time to fuckin load. "I'm not a demon. Kinda. Well I'm not literally a demon. And no. I wasn't programmed to." "Also, surely it can't be good for you to use that many shampoos. I don't know much about haircare but it seems a bit excessive." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 4:46 PM
"Mmmhm! I talked to Rakin!" She wrung her hands a little, head tilted to the side. "He talked like, a lot." "Tell the others what I have said. Everything." It was as if lightning had struck her, and she jolted with a little yelp of surprise. She squeezed her hands together as tight as she could, quickly dropping down to a squat to face the wolf face-to-snout. "Rakin's the King of the Froglings, and he killed all the Pilarian guys!" she exclaimed. "He- that's why we're in the tournament, the last Pilarian guy, he's gonne come back, and we're all gunna die here...?" Her misery seemed to falter as a second cog started turning in the back of her mind. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 5:37 PM
Lykos jumped a little at the movement, but listened carefully. “I- I have heard this from another. Hm… Connie. We don’t need to die here.” This child.. she seemed smart, with a good heart. Still… a plan to escape, she might not be able to keep it to herself. “Continue to resist this game.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 5:46 PM
It didn't make sense, why would Rakin help kill them- only to want to bring back the last one? Was it a trap for them? Did he have a change of heart? Oh, her head was hurting, trying to think about it- "H-huh?" she asked, stunned out of her downward spiral. "R-resist the- huh?" She was listening attentively, fingers clutching at the ends of her scarf. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 6:27 PM
It was clear she was scared. They needed to speak more clearly. “This tournament we are in, the longer we refuse to participate, the more chance we have to escape.” Lykos met her eyes. “There is hope, Connie.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Tsubari stopped for a moment as her brain took time to fuckin load. "I'm not a demon. Kinda. Well I'm not literally a demon. And no. I wasn't programmed to." "Also, surely it can't be good for you to use that many shampoos. I don't know much about haircare but it seems a bit excessive." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/23/2023 7:05 PM
Talking to this pretty lady was getting more and more confusing as he continued on. "Uhm.. P-Programmed..? As in like.. computer stuff, Miss Tsubari? You're like that?" He asked with round eyes. Boy did not know anything about tech really. "And my hair is really, r-really oily and gets dirty easily. The four shampoos work best in keeping it clean and nice," he explained. Not like he really needed four, or any at all with being frozen in time, but he wasn't going to dump all that on Tsubari.
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 7:27 PM
"But where can we escape to?" Connie whispered, as if Rakin or the- the host could appear at any moment. "Even if we stall, where can we go? Do we, do we just keep stalling?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 7:32 PM
..That.. was a good point. “We will find a way back, I swear it. If they were able to bring us here, there has to be a way to return.” They sounded sure of themself, perhaps they were trying to convince themself as well. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 7:52 PM
She was quiet for a moment, before a smile broke on her face; a sad little miserable smile, her eyebrows furrowed together as she shook her head. "I don't believe you," Connie quietly murmured, burying her face in her arms, "but thanks, though." She didn't really want to make the fishing rod anymore. She was totally going to die here. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 8:01 PM
“Oh.” That.. was rather dismal. This poor child… Stars, what can they do, what can they do.. “..I.. please do not lose hope.” ..This was humiliating, but.. Lykos nuzzled their snout into her hand, like a dog asking for pets. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/23/2023 8:17 PM
Connie didn't move for a good bit, just quiet and breathing all rattly and weird. She had cried far too much today (sleeping didn't erase the sad counter). "i'll be kinda honest, i lost hope the moment he started talking about...everything, really," she hiccupped, lifting her head a little. While the bottom half of her face was still buried in her arm, it was pretty clear by how puffy her eyes were, she had already been crying into her arms. Dang. Crumbs. She thought she'd be better at this. "there's no way really outta here- it just- we- we're just kinda stuck here." Her eyes finally shifted over to Lykos' snout pressing into her hand. After a moment, she began to softly stroke their snout, not exactly feeling the sensation through her woolen gloves. It was kind of helpful, though. Kind of. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/23/2023 8:22 PM
Lykos let out a soft little sigh. It was worth the slight embarrassment, this poor child needed comfort. “…Rakin is not.. he is not completely in control. There is another, it controls him. If.. when we can take the true master down, we will be free. I swear to you.@Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
Talking to this pretty lady was getting more and more confusing as he continued on. "Uhm.. P-Programmed..? As in like.. computer stuff, Miss Tsubari? You're like that?" He asked with round eyes. Boy did not know anything about tech really. "And my hair is really, r-really oily and gets dirty easily. The four shampoos work best in keeping it clean and nice," he explained. Not like he really needed four, or any at all with being frozen in time, but he wasn't going to dump all that on Tsubari.
Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/24/2023 3:08 PM
"If you wanna put it that way, yeah." She answered. She knew much more about tech, but wasn't really given a rundown on her existence. "Well yes, but aren't conditioners where people typically layer up so their hair is nice and healthy? I remember reading once that too much washing can dry things out." She didn't know what any of that meant, but it was what she knew. Of course the internet could be lying to her but I have curly hair and my scalp hurt reading the number 4. "Again, I'm digital, no haircare required so don't take me too seriously.
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/24/2023 8:15 PM
Thank you, Tsubari. That explained it so much for Kian (😭). The boy smiled awkwardly and nodded. "O-Oh.. Okay then. Well, that's g-good at least--That you can't get hurt o-or cold. Uhm.. S-So, what exactly did you do where you're from, Miss Tsubari?" Kian asked. "A-And don't worry about it, Miss Tsubari. My hair is a mystery in itself," he chuckled. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/25/2023 12:48 PM
She kept gently petting Lykos' snout, that aching feeling still lingering in her chest, but never subsiding fully. Everyone was so nice here, she thought. Bummer. "He, he has a host," Connie mumbled, a distant memory coming to mind. "And this frickin' host sucks." Muted yellows peered up at the wolf, as if searching for something in their eyes. "Y-you promise?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/25/2023 12:57 PM
“I promise.” Golden eyes stared back, fierce and sure. They punctuated it with a little push of their snout. Despite the embarrassment.. the petting felt sort of nice. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/25/2023 1:29 PM
Connie giggled a little despite the tears, carefully pressing at her eyes with the heel of her hand. "Alright," she quietly said, smiling a little. "I trust you." Maybe the mention of the host was...a little helpful. And the wolf seemed trustworthy enough. Kind of prickly, but still, she supposed everyone was. Everyone was just so nice here. "Do you..um...want me to keep petting you?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/25/2023 1:52 PM
“Mrr? Ah, well- we should.. Let us bring these sticks to.. where did you want to bring them?” Their tail wagged a bit. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/25/2023 2:02 PM
Oh, that was just an absolutely precious noise. A smile broke across her face, still petting Lykos carefully. It seemed they liked it-? "Um, maybe just inside, you know? Maybe the building o'er there-" a little tilt of her head. "It's a little and cozier in there than out here, y'know?" Whether she was gesturing to the kitchen or the barracks, it was up for Lykos to decide. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/25/2023 2:31 PM
Their eyes blinked softly at her, they certainly liked it. Looking over to where she pointed, Lykos decided she must be pointing at that other building. What use would she have for sticks in the barracks? “Hm, let us head there then. No point in standing in the cold.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/25/2023 3:01 PM
Connie stood up a little with a teeny little groan, patting Lykos on the nose one last time. Taking a deep breath of the frigid winter air, Connie pointed towards the kitchen building. "Alright! Let's go, then!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 (we can head to the kitchen, and if you wanna cont or end the interaction, thats fine by me!)
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 12/25/2023 3:02 PM
(I’m cool w ending it here!) @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 12/25/2023 3:08 PM
(nwnw! we can just say they're hangin out in the kitchen or smth (more pets for lykos)) @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
Thank you, Tsubari. That explained it so much for Kian (😭). The boy smiled awkwardly and nodded. "O-Oh.. Okay then. Well, that's g-good at least--That you can't get hurt o-or cold. Uhm.. S-So, what exactly did you do where you're from, Miss Tsubari?" Kian asked. "A-And don't worry about it, Miss Tsubari. My hair is a mystery in itself," he chuckled. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/27/2023 10:07 AM
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/27/2023 2:11 PM
Tsubari blinked. "I believe mothers called it Koremond. According to my searches it's a country?" Confidence 100. "How is hair a mystery... Where are you from anyway? Everyone here is kinda weird but you have a vibe." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 12/27/2023 5:31 PM
Was it a little strange to Kian that Tsubari didn't sound certain about the name of the place she was from? Yea. Did he question it? Not aloud. "Oh, I see. Koremond.. I don't think I've ever been there before. What's it like?" He asked with a small smile. "A-And I'm from a country called Laputa. At least, that's my homeland," Kian answered with a bigger smile. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 12/31/2023 3:21 PM
Tsubari blinked. "I... don't know. I've never really seen it outside of my pod." She shrugged, shifting her focus. "Laputa... you soud quite proud of it." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge

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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 6:39 PM
Theora was shaking as she was zapped back- not back. This was nowhere she recognised. The unfamiliarity wasn't making her shake. Everything was unfamiliar. Everything here. Everything outside the facility. What she had seen, it contributed. She was right. Miles was here. But he wasn't. He was on the other side. He was kept away from her. She screamed, pure fucking rage clawing at her throat, ripping apart her mouth. She kicked the ground, gritting her teeth at the pain of stone against her shoe, then she grabbed one of the torches and flung it, her scream never dying. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 6:45 PM
"Oh heavens-!" Dante managed to barely squeak out of the way as Theora went on her rampage, beginning with the torch he was currently lighting. The torch flew in the air and embedded itself in the snow, instantly melting as it snuffed itself out. The area they were standing in was instantly shoved in to a frigid cold. "Well I have to say, that is quite rude-!" Dante huffed, placing his hands on his hips. "I had just replaced that-..." He paused as he stared at the seething woman. Ever so slightly, his moderate frown turned to a wide smile, his eyes lit up, and his tail began to wag ever so slightly. "Oh! Malady! You are quite dashing! The grimace you have really brings out the color of your eyes!" He moved his hands up to cup his face, and if his eyes could have little hearts, they definitely would. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 6:56 PM
Theora stepped backwards away from Dante, her hands curled into fists. It was cold, her gritted teeth were clattering against each other. "What are you? Are you part of this? You look like you're part of it." She stepped closer, grabbing another nearby torch. Hands squeezing- then letting go as he spoke about... her eyes. The anger wasn't entirely replaced by disgust. It fuelled it, rather. "What- WHERE IS HE?!" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 6:59 PM
"Part of this? I don't know about that, but I do know I'd love nothing more but to be a part of youuu!" Dante continued grinning, entirely ignoring her continued property damage. "Awh! You're bringing me fire! That's so sweet! But I must say, I should be the one bringing it to you, Miss!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:02 PM
Theora was heavily breathing through her teeth. Her grip on the torch tightened. "Where is he? Where is Miles?" She stared Dante directly in the eyes, her other, empty hand shaking. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:04 PM
"Don't strain yourself too much! Stress is bad for the body!" Dante gently chided, leaning in closer toward Theora. "And Miles? Oh, Miles is my friend! We talked for a while! Apparently I was sitting on his hand! How embarrassing! Hehe!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:05 PM
Theora leant away, her face hardening. "You talked to Miles? You're lying. He barely string along a sentence. The only thing he knows how to do is run away." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:08 PM
"Oh no! He told me all about what he remembers from his life! Says that it got blurry in the past- and oh, he showed me his somewhat frightening stretching powers! That's actually how I ended up sitting on his hand, you see! Well not quite, but it's how I believe I continued to sit on it even after he moved away! Ha, Miles is quite a character..!" Dante's voice slowly faded as his grin decreased ever so slightly. He leaned even closer in to Theora, basically standing on his toes now. "Why do you need to know where he is so bad, miss? He's not your boyfriend, right?" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:10 PM
Theora's breath hitched, then came out unsteadily for a time. "Did he remember betraying me? Abandoning me? Letting them catch me again and-and-" She couldn't continue. She didn't know what they had done. Just that something had happened. Something bad. Something that made her scream. Something that was Miles' fault. "I need to take him back where he belongs. But I want him dead." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:17 PM
"No, actually, he didn't remember much of anything.. Just old dry bread and snails!" This was going well, clearly the two had gone through a terrible breakup! "You want him dead? That is quite harsh! But I can help you, miss! I'd do anything for a beautiful young woman! Next time I see him I'll be sure to bring him to you!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:25 PM
Theora's lips clasped over her gritted teeth grinding into each other. "He was here and now- now he's on the other side! Because of Rakin!" That torch she'd been holding, she fucking threw that with another angry scream. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:29 PM
"The other side? Well, maybe Guy Miles will return and you will still be here! Then I can help you more. Oh! And I can also help you talk to Mr. Rakin if you'd like! I know just the lady to help!" He watched her throw another torch, casting them in to even more cold. "Wow! Beautiful trajectory, Malady! May I ask for your name?" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:45 PM
"Then I can get out of here," Theora said. Get Miles. Leave. Bring him back. She ignored the rest of what Dante was saying. It meant nothing. It made no sense. However... "What lady?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:46 PM
"My friend Miss Zahara! She speaks with Rakin all the time! They're practically best friends." Dante nodded. "If I help you find her will you tell me your name, miss?" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:48 PM
Theora stared at Dante. "........................................................................................Theora." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:50 PM
"......................................... Thhhhhheora! Oh, a lovely name! The-Aura! And what a beautiful aura you do give off! Such conviction, such beauty, such grace! You are so lovely, Miss Theora!" His tail was wagging so fast that he might just take off. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/8/2024 7:55 PM
"Fee-ora," Theora corrected with a glare, staring at his tail. Disgusted. Rude. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/8/2024 7:56 PM
"Feeora! Miss Feeora!" Dante nodded. "And I see you noticed my tail! Striking, is it not? What do you think of my spots? Vibrant, right! I'm strong and healthy!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/9/2024 11:38 AM
Theora scowled. "Where is Zahara?" She needed to get Miles. She needed to leave. Go back. Sleep, finally. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/9/2024 11:41 AM
"Sure sure-" He held his hand out toward her. "You did throw away all the torches around here, and I'd hate for you to freeze! Please take my hand as we walk. I'm plenty warm." @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/9/2024 11:41 AM
"No." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/9/2024 11:42 AM
".. But, oh dear, you'll freeze out here!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/9/2024 11:42 AM
"Take me to Zahara." Theora stared at Dante. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/9/2024 11:44 AM
"I will! But you will simply not make it if you freeze on the way!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/9/2024 11:45 AM
"I won't freeze." Girl. "Which direction is Zahara in?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/9/2024 11:47 AM
"..." Dante stared back at her. Such a strong woman who was seemingly immune to the cold! Maybe she also had fire powers. "I'll take you to miss Zahara, just stay close!" @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/9/2024 11:52 AM
Theora was still staring at Dante. Waiting for that answer. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/9/2024 12:42 PM
"Okay! Follow me!" Dante said and began to trudge through the snow toward the stream, melting the snow as he went. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/9/2024 12:58 PM
Theora followed him. Yay. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽

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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/12/2024 12:19 PM
Nora had wandered out of the kitchen and into the snow. She kept close to the path, but she was having lots of fun in the snow! Lots of new things to learn here. She was in the middle of making a snowman. It was pretty small and she had nothing to make eyes with or a nose. But she did pull out some string to give it a smile. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/12/2024 12:28 PM
Riki had been trying to gather his thoughts and collect himself. Seeing that contest.. and the poor girl disappearing into nothing... there was a lot in his mind, and he needed to find some order in it all so he wouldn't get paralyzed with fear. He had been looking for something. Anything really. Something to give to the girl who had lost, something to commemorate her with. Of course, he barely knew her name, and he didn't really have a faith like he once used to, but... it felt like he needed to send her soul off with gentle thoughts, properly. He lifted his head when he noticed someone building a snowman on the side of the paths. He tilted his head. Good thing someone was having fun playing in the snow in the middle of all of this. "Hello", he said in a kind voice, as he approached. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/12/2024 12:37 PM
Nora hears the man coming, and where she usually would be afraid, she is amazed at the sight of him. “Bwuh.. doggy..?” Her head tilts and her eyes are wide with wonder. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/12/2024 12:40 PM
Riki paused, and his face is lit up by amusement and mild surprise. He chuckled softly, and his tails swayed a little. "Hello", he repeated, even gentler. "What's your name? I'm Riki." Though he wasn't sure about humans, he got the feeling this was a young one. Perhaps even younger than Kian. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/12/2024 12:46 PM
She watched the tails with the interest of a very excited cat. Big eyes. “Umm, mmy name.. my name is.. Nora. You’re big.” She was pretty small compared to the fox. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/12/2024 12:57 PM
Riki laughed lightly. "Nice to meet you, Nora. My name is Riki. I suppose I am pretty tall." He chuckled, and stepped a little closer, before crouching down, a friendly smile on his face. He eyed the little snow man. "That's a cute little snow fox. Did you make it?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/12/2024 1:38 PM
“Um, nice to.. meet you M-Mister Riki! Mm? It’s- it’s a.. snowmin. Not a- a fox.. but mm.. I could.. give it ears.” That would be pretty cute! “Do you, um.. do you.. wanna make snow.. foxes with me?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 9:04 AM
Riki smiled softly and nodded. "That's a wonderful idea. I'd love to do that." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 9:56 AM
“Hee.. okay, um…. Do you.. know how to.. make one? I- I’ve never.. seen s-snow before. This.. this is my first.. snowmin. Mm.. you kinda- you look like ssnow.. Mister Riki.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 10:04 AM
Riki chuckled and grinned gently and delighted, tilting his head. This girl was already melting his heart. "It is because I come from a cold country with a lot of snow", he replied, and scooped a bunch of snow into his paw. He hummed as he tried to form a ball of it between his hands. "This snow is not ideal for molding, it's just a bit too cold. But we can still work with it. You have already started a good base", Riki smiled. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 10:17 AM
She smiled back at him. Something about him made her already trust him. Maybe he reminded her of the talking animals from her books. “Ooo.. I- I’m from…. Um, a hot place. I think it’s… a dessert.” Definitely said that wrong. She copied him and made smaller snow balls, forming them to look like little ears on top of her little snowman. Now it’s a snowfox! “Too cold.. mhm. It’s- it’s verrrry cold.. mm, are you, um.. are you.. warm? You don’t, um.. don’t have a hat or- or gloves.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki (edited)
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 10:47 AM
"A desert?" Riki offered with a smile. He tried to put the snow clump he made onto the snowfox' face, above the smiling string mouth to make a funkily placed muzzle. Riki chuckled. "I'm perfectly warm. I have a thick fur and my magic also helps to regulate my body temperature. If you are cold, I can warm you with my tails." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 11:33 AM
“Mm, I- I think so… it’s- it’s all…stoney. And sand. And there’s- um.. ca.. catus a-and lizzerds. But.. um there’s also.. these little.. trees?” She didn’t seem to know how to correctly pronounce a lot of those words. She poked little eyes into the snowfox and then looked up at him. She stared at him again, wonder in her eyes. “You- your mmagic- it keeps you.. warm?” She looked at his waving tails and reached out her hand at little. “Can.. can I.. touch?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki (edited)
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 12:09 PM
"I see, do you like it there?" Riki asked. He grabbed some thin, brsnched twigs that wind had scattered from the woods, and looked if they could make a good tail or arms. He looked back down at Nora and smiled. "Yes. Everyone of my species has that bit of magic to stand cold a bit better. Do you have magic, Nora?" He glanced at his tails and chuckled. "Of course, feel free to." He lowered a few tails and brought them closer to Nora. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 12:22 PM
Nora holds the tails gently, running her hands over the fur. It was very very soft. “Wow… soft.. oh, um… n-no. I don’t.. really like it there.. or, um.. I don’t know. I don’t.. go outside very much. Um, I- I do have.. magic! Um I have.. magic string, hee.” She demonstrated by pulling out a little thread of red string, similar to the one in the snowfox. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 12:46 PM
"Aw", Riki put the twigs down and looked at Nora. As the girl showed her string magic, Riki's smile returned. "Oh? That's an interesting skill! Very cool", he nodded. "Hmm, if you feel comfortable telling me, how old are you, Nora?" Riki asked carefully. She came off very young to him, especially with how small she was. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 12:52 PM
“Hee.. it is cool. I’m… I’m like a.. a spider, heehee. Hm? Umm…” Her face scrunched up as she thought for a concerning time. “fifteen.. that was… one, two..? but it could..mm..” She seemed to be whispering to herself, thinking out loud. “Ummm… mmore than.. fifteen..? I don’t- I don’t really.. remember.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki (edited)
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 1:00 PM
"You don't remember?" Riki replied with a concerned expression. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 1:07 PM
Her hands ran through the fur as she thought some more. “…..I don’t.. he- S-Salvatore.. never told me.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 1:13 PM
Now Riki's brows knitted tighter together, but he still seemed more confused and worried than angry. He had to take a moment to calm himself, so he wouldn't press Nora too zealously. He didn't want to accidentally scare another kid. "Who is that?" He asked in a soft voice after a beat, much calmer than he felt. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 1:19 PM
She frowned a little, still petting the tails. “Mm. Um.. he’s.. was.. my master. He- he’s mean and- and I hate him. But he died. I don’t… I don’t have to.. listen to him.. anymore. He.. he told me.. a lot of things, but.. I don’t.. remember him telling me.. how old I was..” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/13/2024 1:25 PM
Riki felt anger burn in his chest, but he tried not to show it outwardly. He took a deep breath, and gently lay a tail on Noras shoulders in a comforting manner. "I'm sorry you had such a horrible master. You would have deserved someone who took care of you and cared about you. Hm.. do you have other adults in your life? How do you get by?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/13/2024 1:56 PM
Nora jumped slightly, not expecting the sudden touch. But once she realized it was more tails she relaxed. “Mhm. He- he’s awful. Umm, I- I didn’t.. before.. but I do now!! Um, my dad, M-Mister Juno and.. and my mom, Miss Jymaiyri.. I- hee.. I have.. a- a family now!!” She smiles as she talks about them. @Twig | Kiran + Riki (edited)
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 7:55 AM
"Miss Jymaiyri?" Riki's expression brightened up. "That is a relief. She has a good head on her shoulders, and she seems like a good mother", Riki said warmly. "Did you come here with her, like little Minerva?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 9:02 AM
“Mm, no.. I was.. alone before. Um.. then I- when I was.. on the- the other side.. I met M-Mister Juno! Um.. he- he helped me, and.. and then he said.. we’re family. But I.. I got put.. over here and he, um.. told me to.. find Jymaiyri. Sso I- I did!” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 9:10 AM
Riki's gaze softened as he listened to Nora talk. "Aw... I'm so glad you met some good people here, and got a family..." Here's hoping that family doesn't get torn apart right at the start. "Hmm... the other side..." Riki murmured, and glanced into the horizon with a thoughtful frown. "...Can you tell me what it was like?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 10:06 AM
“Mhm. I- I have.. a baby sister and.. and we’re gonna go.. live in L-Loucari.. with big t-trees! Mhm..” She sounds like she’s trying to convince herself it’s real. “Umm.. the other side.. it’s warm and.. there’s sand and.. p-palm trees and- and fruit trees.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 11:36 AM
Riki felt the hesitation, and he really wished all of that would become true, and Nora would live happily with her new fam in Loucari... He smiled and nodded. "Yes, that sounds lovely. I'm happy for you." He wouldn't tell his reservations to the girl. She had enough worries already, she whouldn't have to worry about this. He would try and solve this with the other adults. "Mhm? Was it like a desert, then?" Riki asked curiously. The fact that this maze was split in two was interesting. It did make it harder to organize anything against the hosts, but then again, if people were to switch sides, they could use that to their advantage to spread information... Hmm. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 11:39 AM
“Mhm. I’m really.. I’m really happy. I… I never thought.. I would have a ffamily..” Her hands continued to brush over the tails, comforting feel. “Um.. I think.. it’s a beach. Like.. like a.. a is-land.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki (edited)
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 12:09 PM
Riki smiled as he listened to Nora. He let her keep his tails to herself and pet them. He figured she needed the comfort, and her petting was soothing to Riki as well. "A beach? Huh, that sounds... pleasant, I think. Did you like it there?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 12:46 PM
“Mhm, it’s, um.. warm and.. and I like.. the fruit. I like mmango, hee. Um.. do.. do you have.. a favorite fruit.. Mister Riki?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 1:05 PM
Riki hummed in thought. "Mago is nice and sweet", Riki nodded. "I think I enjoy aspear berries the most. They have an interesting taste, and they are very good for cooking", Riki replied. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 1:57 PM
“Mm, I don’t.. know those! What, umm.. what do.. you cook.. them with? Oh, Mom- um, Miss Jymaiyri made.. grew some berries! Maybe… she made those?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 2:08 PM
"She did? That's great! I was thinking of fishing soon, we need food, but if miss Jymaiyri already grew some berries, that's good. Some variation to our diet, heh", Riki smiled. "Well, aspear berries have a warming effect, and they make nice warm berry soups, and a good addition to stews and brews and so on. I could ask if she made them." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 2:10 PM
Nora smiled as well. “Oo, what’s- um, what’s.. fishing like? And- and berry… soup. Mm, warm.. that- that’s good.” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 2:18 PM
Riki chuckled softly. "Fishing, well... you can fish in a few different ways. I thought of making a spear and try to catch fish with that. It would be easier to make than a fishing rod. I hope I can catch some like that, I'm not all that practised... In case there are fishing rods or a fishing net lying around somewhere, I could use those." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 2:19 PM
“A.. a net? Mm.. I.. I can make.. a net. What.. what do.. fishy nets look like?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 2:23 PM
"Oh! You could, couldn't you. Hm. Well, different nets have different sized holes, depending what sized fish you're trying to catch. They look like..." Riki drew a fishnet pattern on the snowbed. "...Something like this. It would be ideal if the string was thin and similar color to the water, so the fish won't se it." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 2:39 PM
“Ooh.. um.. I- I can try.. hmm..” She clasps her hands together for a moment. After a bit, she pulls out a dark blue string. She shows it to him. “L-like.. like this?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 2:46 PM
Riki's eyes brighen a little. "Well done! That seems like a good colour in these conditions." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 2:55 PM
“Hee, yay! Umm….” She had made a net once before.. “I need.. I need a.. a good stick. Um.. th-thick and.. um…. straight. Do.. do you.. know where.. where’s sticks?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 2:58 PM
Riki nodded. "There's fallen branches in the forest. Don't go there alone, though, I've heard there's some dangerous creatures living in there." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 2:58 PM
“Mm…. Would… would you.. go with me? Is- is that, um.. okay? Safer?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki (edited)
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 3:00 PM
"Of course! I you allow me", Riki smiled kindly. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 3:00 PM
“You- you’re, hee, you’re.. allowed. Heehee.. you.. you, um, show me?” @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 1/14/2024 3:04 PM
"Yeah, let's just follow the path." Riki stood up, and gestured towards the #left-pine-forest @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/14/2024 3:04 PM
Nora followed along, holding close to his tails as she did her best to walk alongside him. @Twig | Kiran + Riki

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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/18/2024 5:15 PM
After leaving the warmth of his uncle and bonfire, Kian continued down one of the pathways. His pockets were round and full, making him look quite odd, but he was on the look out for someone specific... that he didn't know the appearance of. "I should of asked uncle Agustin what he looked like-! Urgh-" Kian whined to himself as he walked. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/18/2024 5:21 PM
Well, there were probably only so many amphibian people here.. And thankfully, a certain paddletailed man was holding his hands out over a flickering torch. Sparks were coming out from his hands, but they were flickering out before reaching the wood. "D-dante you're s-so- so- stupid..!" He sniffled and shook his head, sending out more sparks. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/18/2024 5:54 PM
Kian was stuck mumbling to himself until he heard someone else's voice. He looked towards the sound and raised a brow when he saw a moving orange-red figure. What first caught Kian's attention was the small sparks coming from the stranger's hand, but his eyes soon landed on the person's tail. Oh! That had to be Dante! "Uhm, uh, h-hey!" Kian waved to him, unsure what else to say as they walked towards each other. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/18/2024 6:08 PM
"O-oh-" Dante mumbled, flinching back as he heard the voice. "I-i promise I'm- I'm trying to fix the torches.. I-i'm sorry.." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/18/2024 6:16 PM
Kian frowned a bit as he saw Dante flinch, but he quickly turned it into a small smile. "Oh, n-no, I'm not worried about that or anything. Well, uncle Agustin is a little worried, but in the sense that he knows you're really good at up keeping things and noticed the bonfire was a little smaller than usual, but uhm, y-yeah.." Smooth. "Y-You're Dante, right? Amphib with fire powers?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/18/2024 6:56 PM
"He must be mad- I-.. I-i need to be better.." Dante frowned. "A-and yes, I'm Dante, I'm sorry.." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/18/2024 7:22 PM
"What? N-No, no. Uncle Agustin isn't mad. He was worried. Y'know, s-since it was a little odd, something may of happened to you or something," Kian elaborated. "It's nice to meet you, Dante. Uh, I'm Kian. Agustin is my uncle.. well, sorta. I-It's a long story. Uhm. Do you want a orange?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/18/2024 10:28 PM
".. A-are you.. An axolo..? Where are your gills..?" Dante was briefly confused out of his anxiety. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/18/2024 10:56 PM
"Uh.. N-No. I'm human," Kian replied with a shake of his head. "Uncle Agustin is my uncle like.. l-like good family friend, kind of uncle. Not biological," he explained further. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/18/2024 10:58 PM
"O-oh.. That's interesting.." Dante mumbled in a way that definitely communicated that he didn't really think so. "Wh-what was it you were saying about an orange..?" @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/18/2024 11:19 PM
Kian smiled a bit more as the oranges were mentioned again, and he rummaged through one of his pockets. "D-Do you want one? Uncle Agustin got to go to the other side and brought some back with him! They're really good!" Kian said and offered an orange to Dante. "Uncle Agustin said it would be good f-for people over here to have more things in their diet." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/18/2024 11:45 PM
"He went to the other side..? A-and what's an orange..?" He looked down at the fruit in Kian's hand. "O-oh.. I think you may be confused. Yes, that is quite orange, but.. What kind of food is that?" @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 12:27 AM
Kian awkwardly chuckled. "Y-Yeah, he did. Something about Rakin being hurt over there so he summoned uncle Agustin to help him," he hummed before focusing back on oranges. "And it's a fruit! It's called an orange.. not sure if it's because it's the color, or if the color is named after the fruit. I-It's sweet and juicy though! Here-" Kian peeled the orange and offered it to Dante afterwards. "It has slices you can eat. Just pull one from the center." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/19/2024 1:12 PM
"Someone hurt Rakin..?" Dante asked quietly. He examined the fruit for a time before taking one of the pieces, examining it further, and finally placing it in his mouth. As he bit down, his eyes widened. "Oh wow, this is unlike anything I've ever had. Thank you. Wow. This is really sweet." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 1:22 PM
He nodded, his smile small. "I'm glad you like it! A-And yeah.. Someone named Moses from the other side did. Uncle Agustin s-said he healed Rakin though.. so I think Rakin is okay," Kian replied. "S-Speaking of the other side though.. You didn't happen to catch the fight that happened earlier, did you? Uncle Agustin said he d-didn't go, but if one of you amphibs could go with me when another fight starts, y-you guys could see for yourselves what Rakin is making us do.." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/19/2024 1:43 PM
".. m-moses must be very brave.." Dante quietly added. "A-and no... I- I've been.. busy.. if I wasn't invited he must not want me there- I don't want to make him angry.." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 1:53 PM
Well, the Moses Kian knew was definitely bold. He didn't know about brave. "I-I think it would be good if you guys got to see what was happening... Uncle Agustin suggested you could stay in your amphibian form. You'll be small enough to hide if you're scared Rakin may see you o-or something.." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/19/2024 1:54 PM
"H-he'd know- and I-... I'd get in trouble again-" Dante shook his head, moving up his hands to his face. "I-I am sorry- sorry- I can't.." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 1:57 PM
Kian frowned as he saw how bad Dante was taking this. "O-Oh, no, don't be upset, please—It's okay. I-If you can't, then it's okay," he quickly reassured the other teen. "D-Did something happen with Rakin..? You seem really upset.." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/19/2024 2:04 PM
"H-he- he- he brought me to his master and it-... it hurt me-" Dante said through panicked breaths, only interrupted as the fight announcement sounded. He didn't raise his hand. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 6:34 PM
Kian was more worried about Dante than the fight. Sorry, Mr. Andre. Instead, Kian gently put his hand on Dante's back to try and ground him. "I-It's okay, Dante. He isn't going to get mad at you here. Breathe," Kian instructed him with a calm voice, though he looked worried. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/19/2024 6:38 PM
"O-oh now you're missing the fight- I'm- I'm- sorry..!" Dante shook, even as Kian reassured him. He stuck his tail between his legs and dug his fingers in to his hair. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 6:43 PM
Kian frowned deeply. He wished he could be more helpful somehow. "N-No, no. It's fine. Really. I rather be here and eat some oranges with you than see that fight. Really," Kian reassured with a small smile, trying to redirect the conversation. "Cmon, let's go sit somewhere warm where we can j-just enjoy how good these are, okay? Kian said and gestured his hand towards the bonfire or buildings. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/19/2024 6:53 PM
"I-if- if you- want.." Dante trembled. "I-i can- I can walk there.." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/19/2024 10:32 PM
"Are you sure? I-I can help you over if you want," he offered his hand to Dante with a small, but sincere smile. "I'm pretty strong, even with one hand," Kian chuckled quietly. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/20/2024 12:06 AM
"I-i do not need to burden you.. I can handle myself.." Dante mumbled and pushed himself up to his feet. The odd position of his tail made him a bit awkward as he did- but he managed. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/20/2024 1:07 AM
Kian lowered his hand, but walked along with Dante just to make sure he didn't fall over or something. "I-It's really no big deal. If I'm offering to help, that means it's not a burden," Kian hummed. "There's nothing wrong with lending a hand." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/20/2024 5:50 PM
Dante managed to stay upright, even with his stumbling. He eventually held out a shaking hand toward Kian. "I-if you insist... S-sorry..." @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 1/20/2024 6:08 PM
"There's nothing to be sorry about, really," Kian reassured Dante with the same sincere smile and gently took his hand in a helpful hold. It was like helping an elderly person cross the street. (We can move to #barracks-front ? Or somewhere else if you think that'd be better lol) @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 1/20/2024 6:19 PM
Well, unlike Kian's gentle hold, Dante was maintaining a vice like strangle hold on the other man's hand. ( #barracks-front works!) @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge

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soul | 🎻 1/23/2024 8:31 PM
Theora had aimlessly stormed from the phone area to... nowhere, really. Girl was just wandering, still angry. She'd heard his voice for the first time in- in how long? Too long. Not long enough. And it had spiked up something other than rage. What else was there? But now whatever that was had subsided, with a ringing in her head, and it gave way to the known emotion. The normal one. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/23/2024 8:49 PM
Of all people for Celena to run into on the pathways, it just had to be Theora. Celena made a face but continued walking, hoping to just straight up avoid Theora. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/23/2024 10:09 PM
Theora stopped and stared at Celena. "You're here too." She'd been so focused on Miles moving to the other side that she hadn't really paid attention to who was being moved over to the next side. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/23/2024 10:11 PM
Celena sighed and looked at Theora. She stopped walking. "Yeah, I'm here too," She mumbled. "You're here as well. We got switched over, along with a few others." @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 12:46 AM
"Miles is on the other side." Her voice twisted with- she wanted it to be disdain, but her voice felt swollen, like her mouth was filling and that teary feeling came up again. "He's...." Safe, she found her mind filling in the blanks. She forced herself to fill the space, properly, "Out of reach." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 6:51 AM
“Yeah, I heard his name be called. He’s on the other side.” Celena nodded. That was right, he was out of reach. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 10:57 AM
Theora stared at Celena. So casual about something so important. "They covered my Eyes by the barracks. I still can't see him. I did everything right." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 11:42 AM
“Oh, uh.. Sorry?” Celena wasn’t too sure what to say in response to that. “I guess they’re just keeping you from him.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 11:43 AM
Theora glared at Celena and this time didn't say anything. Girl. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 11:44 AM
Celena stared back. “Is there something you’d like to say?” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 11:48 AM
"No." Still staring. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 11:53 AM
“Are you sure??” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 11:53 AM
Theora narrowed her eyes. "What?" Sorry Celena she's navigating being a person. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 11:55 AM
Celena looked confused. “I’m just asking if you’re sure you wanna talk or not. It seems like you have something you want to say. So, you can say it.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 11:58 AM
Theora huffed through her nose and crossed her arms over her chest. Then, finally, she actually continued the conversation: "I talked to him though. He's stupider than I... thought." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 11:59 AM
“What makes you say that?” Celena raised an eyebrow. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 12:04 PM
"He's just stupid. He didn't know who I was." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 12:08 PM
“Just because he doesn’t know who you are, it doesn’t mean that he’s stupid.” Celena frowned. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 12:12 PM
"He's stupid anyway." The corners of her lips wanted to twitch- up. No. "As soon as we're on the same side, I'm going to find him. Then I'll get out of here." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 12:40 PM
“You can’t get out of here,” Celena responded. “We’re trapped in here. Unless there’s some sort of hidden way out that no one’s been able to find yet, there’s no hope. We’re in o-outer space.” @soul | 🎻
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/24/2024 6:10 PM
"It's super cute!" Connie agreed with a nod as they headed out of the building in search of Celena. "And it's handmade! That's really pretty! How long have you been sewin' for? I never really got the hang of it, I can just do teeny things- I can't really make dresses and clothes and stuff!" "I know Celena! I, um, met her earlier at th' training rooms building," she said, rubbing her still chilly hands together. "She's super friendly and kind! And her powers are really pretty, too! I don't think I've really talked to her since that, though- weh." Connie stopped in the middle of the pathways, a little bit stanced up- there, right in the middle of them, was Celena and another girl in the midst of some sort of conversation. "Oh- that's Celena! But she might be busy with stuff right now..." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu @soul | 🎻 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 (just dropping this in here for now!)
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“You can’t get out of here,” Celena responded. “We’re trapped in here. Unless there’s some sort of hidden way out that no one’s been able to find yet, there’s no hope. We’re in o-outer space.” @soul | 🎻
soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 6:13 PM
"I'll find a way." Theora was not convinced by Celena's sound logic of 'we're in space'. "Then we'll be back where we belong." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 6:38 PM
“Where exactly is that? Where you belong?” Celena asked. “Are you sure it’s someplace that you want to go back to? Or do you obligated to go back?” @soul | 🎻
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
"It's super cute!" Connie agreed with a nod as they headed out of the building in search of Celena. "And it's handmade! That's really pretty! How long have you been sewin' for? I never really got the hang of it, I can just do teeny things- I can't really make dresses and clothes and stuff!" "I know Celena! I, um, met her earlier at th' training rooms building," she said, rubbing her still chilly hands together. "She's super friendly and kind! And her powers are really pretty, too! I don't think I've really talked to her since that, though- weh." Connie stopped in the middle of the pathways, a little bit stanced up- there, right in the middle of them, was Celena and another girl in the midst of some sort of conversation. "Oh- that's Celena! But she might be busy with stuff right now..." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu @soul | 🎻 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 (just dropping this in here for now!)
Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/24/2024 6:47 PM
Nora fidgeted, unused to so much praise. It made her feel better though. “Heehee.. um.. I- I’ve been.. doing this for.. forever.. um.. I can make.. blankets and- and dolls too..!” She looked as Connie messed with her hands. “Mm, I could.. make you.. m-mittens if.. if you want.. um.. Celena.. she played with me. She- she’s really nice.. mm, we’re… we’re sisters now. I-“ She stopped with Connie, seeing Celena! And.. Theora. Her smile faded. “Oh.. um.. w-we shouldn’t.. bother them..” She looked a little nervous.
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/24/2024 6:59 PM
"Mhm! Yeah, we can chat with Cellie afterwards, if you want!" Connie reassured, not at all aware of Theora's earlier spat with Nora. Shuffling in place a little, she turned over the phrase, 'sisters now' for a moment or two, before being hit with the realization that oh- they had just met, too. Siblings already- and here of all places. Familial love perseveres, she supposed. She flexed her gloved hands a little, looking down at them at Nora's mention of the mittens. "Ooo, they might be better than these little things," she hummed. Her hands were constantly getting cold. "Y'know, if they're mittens from you, I'll take 'em!" she giggled. "I think they're gonna be super cute and well-made- seein' as how nice you made your dress and hat! Um, the cat plush from before- did you make them too?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/24/2024 7:36 PM
“Mm.. I.. th-that girl she’s.. she’s mean.. we- we, um.. fight.. fought? Mm..” The change in topic distracted her a little. “Oh- um.. mhm, I- I like making.. things for- for people..! Um.. I- I didn’t.. make kitty, um.. I- I’ve always.. had her.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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“Where exactly is that? Where you belong?” Celena asked. “Are you sure it’s someplace that you want to go back to? Or do you obligated to go back?” @soul | 🎻
soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 8:44 PM
"The Facility. It's where we belong," Theora reiterated, her eyes narrowing. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 8:50 PM
Celena narrowed her eyes. “‘The Facility.’ That doesn’t sound like a home.” Celena huffed. “Maybe Miles doesn’t want to go back. Maybe he’s better away from the Facility.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 8:51 PM
"He doesn't have anywhere else. It's where we belong. He has no home. I have no home. I grew up there." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 8:54 PM
“Just because you grow up somewhere, it doesn’t make that place your home.” Celena spoke, glancing to the side when she noticed Nora and Connie. Oops. She had been gone for too long. “Do you ever think about finding a home elsewhere?” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 8:56 PM
"It's not a home. It's the Facility." Theora followed Celena's glance to Nora and a complete stranger. "No. There's nowhere else. I'd always be able to see the Facility. With my Eyes. There's no escape. We tried." She blinked at that part being said out loud. Had she- they? Whoever 'we' was? Felt heavier than her and Miles. More than just two. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 9:05 PM
“You’re out of the Facility now,” Celena said as she stepped to block the view of Nora and Connie. “I don’t know if there’s a way off of this planet, but- You’re away from it. You don’t have to ever go back to it.” @soul | 🎻
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
“Mm.. I.. th-that girl she’s.. she’s mean.. we- we, um.. fight.. fought? Mm..” The change in topic distracted her a little. “Oh- um.. mhm, I- I like making.. things for- for people..! Um.. I- I didn’t.. make kitty, um.. I- I’ve always.. had her.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/24/2024 9:07 PM
"O-oh?" Connie squeaked, ever briefly glancing over at the only other girl Nora could possibly have been talking about. Crumbs. Staring. "Oh! Uh, then, we definitely don't have to go over and talk to her. Um! Yeah, we don't really have to talk to her. Now. Or, or ever!" She was trying her best to keep her composure, though the gesturing in her hands seemed to indicate otherwise. Wringing her hands a little, Connie rocked a little on her feet. "Really, huh? I like makin' stuff for people too! Well, not really making, more like...I guess, doing stuff for people!" "Aw, Kitty! That's really sweet, huh! Have you...also made stuffed animals? Or, like, just dolls?"
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soul | 🎻 1/24/2024 9:09 PM
Theora stared at Celena, tilting her head to the side. The words spilt from her mouth before her mind could realise what she was saying. There was no room for breathing. It wasn't her speaking. Not really. She'd never say these things. Because they were true. Because she wasn't supposed to think about it. "I have an Eye in every cell. Every hall. Even some of the laboratories. I see the blood they haven't cleaned. I saw where the bodies fell. I saw Miles come back to life. I see the empty rooms waiting for their prisoners. The Facility will fill them again. It started with me. Miles is next." Why was she able to think about it? @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 9:17 PM
"Then bring down the Facility," Celena spoke. She crossed her arms over her chest, mostly in an attempt to keep warm as a chill passed by. Her body was shivering. "It's easier said than done, but organizations like that have cracks in their foundations. Find those cracks, pick at it, and tear it down. There's plenty of people who are willing to help, because it's the right thing to do." @soul | 🎻
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
"O-oh?" Connie squeaked, ever briefly glancing over at the only other girl Nora could possibly have been talking about. Crumbs. Staring. "Oh! Uh, then, we definitely don't have to go over and talk to her. Um! Yeah, we don't really have to talk to her. Now. Or, or ever!" She was trying her best to keep her composure, though the gesturing in her hands seemed to indicate otherwise. Wringing her hands a little, Connie rocked a little on her feet. "Really, huh? I like makin' stuff for people too! Well, not really making, more like...I guess, doing stuff for people!" "Aw, Kitty! That's really sweet, huh! Have you...also made stuffed animals? Or, like, just dolls?"
Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/24/2024 9:18 PM
Nora was starting to look scared again as her and Theora met eyes. “I- we- leave- should leave.. I- I don’t.. wanna ffight again..” Nora was starting to back away from the girls. Whatever they were talking about was getting tense.
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
Nora was starting to look scared again as her and Theora met eyes. “I- we- leave- should leave.. I- I don’t.. wanna ffight again..” Nora was starting to back away from the girls. Whatever they were talking about was getting tense.
Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/24/2024 9:19 PM
The orb of light that had followed along with the two girls floated closer to Nora. It's warmth was soothing as it scooted near Nora's hands again.
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/25/2024 12:47 AM
"Huh- oh, sure, yeah, we can leave! Um!" Connie had now shuffled her way in front of Nora- at least to keep the distance between the girl and Nora. "Let's go back inside, huh? It's warm and we can wait for Celena in there! And, and it's much much toastier than out here, y'know?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 lol
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/25/2024 7:53 AM
Nora held the light close and nodded. “Mhm… g-go back..” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
"Then bring down the Facility," Celena spoke. She crossed her arms over her chest, mostly in an attempt to keep warm as a chill passed by. Her body was shivering. "It's easier said than done, but organizations like that have cracks in their foundations. Find those cracks, pick at it, and tear it down. There's plenty of people who are willing to help, because it's the right thing to do." @soul | 🎻
soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 6:39 PM
"No. I belong there." She was settling back into where she was supposed to be in her mind. Everything else was being tucked away again. "So does Miles. When I find him, I'll get out of here. Then we'll return to the Facility." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 6:46 PM
“You belong somewhere you can call home. That place isn’t home to you: it’s a place where you two and others have been experimented on. You should only return there to destroy it, not let yourself be locked behind a closed door.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 6:49 PM
"I can't sleep until I go back." Theora stared dully at Celena. It was like her mind was shutting down. Stopping the flow of information. Refusing to learn. She'd learned all there was to know. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 6:53 PM
“Are they forcing you to stay awake?” Celena asked with widened eyes. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 6:55 PM
Theora didn't say anything. She just stared. The dullness seemed more like exhaustion now. A fine line. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 7:07 PM
Celena moved slightly and stood on her toes to get a better look at her eyes. She frowned. “I’m sure we can find some way to have you get some rest. They shouldn’t- They can’t be so cruel. There has to be a solution.” Celena paused. “I’m an expert with healing, if I can sense something wrong, I should be able to fix it. How are they keeping you awake?” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 7:14 PM
"They took the ability from me." They took more than that. Theora stopped thinking about it. "In my brain. In the laboratory." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 7:29 PM
“Can I try and put my light over you? See what I can find out? See if there’s anything I can try to fix?” Celena asked somewhat desperately. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 7:31 PM
Theora did not answer, her eyes narrowing. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 7:32 PM
Celena stared. She seemed pretty determined. “It doesn’t hurt,” She promised. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 7:33 PM
Theora stared back, then practically spat, "I know light doesn't hurt." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 7:33 PM
“Then, it wouldn’t hurt to let me give this a try.” Celena responded. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/25/2024 7:35 PM
Theora's eyes darted to Celena's hand. "How are you supposed to see without opening my head?" @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
Nora held the light close and nodded. “Mhm… g-go back..” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/25/2024 7:55 PM
Connie led the way a little ways off the path, and somewhere closer to the torches, waiting patiently for Celena to finish her little chit-chat with violence girl. "Is your...favorite color red?" she asked, a sort of lame conversation starter, but hey! It made sense! Colors! "I guessed, 'cause, well, you're wearing a lot of red stuff!" Something to distract her, keep her mind off things. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/25/2024 8:03 PM
“I could just- Sense if there’s something wrong with my light,” Celena explained somewhat weakly. “It’s hard to explain, but I’m a healer. It’s part of my abilities.” @soul | 🎻
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
Connie led the way a little ways off the path, and somewhere closer to the torches, waiting patiently for Celena to finish her little chit-chat with violence girl. "Is your...favorite color red?" she asked, a sort of lame conversation starter, but hey! It made sense! Colors! "I guessed, 'cause, well, you're wearing a lot of red stuff!" Something to distract her, keep her mind off things. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/25/2024 8:09 PM
Nora positioned herself so she wouldn’t have to look at the other girls. If she didn’t think about them, she couldn’t hear them. She wouldn’t hear the arguing. She wouldn’t hear Theora and have to think about how many times she’s tried to hurt her because of someone else. If she didn’t look it wasn’t there. Nora nodded at Connie. “Um, mhm. It- it’s my.. my favorite. Um.. m-my string.. it’s um.. I make it red because it’s.. my favorite but- but I can.. make it other.. c-colors too. Um… what’s.. your favorite?”
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/25/2024 10:05 PM
"Ooo, yeah, powers!" Connie ooed, clapping her hands a little bit. "So, your powers can let you make stuff outta string? That's really neat!" "My favorite color is yellow! It's all bright and sunny, and it reminds me of the beach!- I live on th'beach, so it's just a really nice color to always be surrounded by!" she chattered, tapping on her finger as she listed out each reason. "Buttt, I like blue too! It's just a super nice color too- 'cause I like Jay- and it reminds me of thunderstorms and stuff! I really like thunderstorms- or just regular rainstorms, yeah!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/25/2024 10:53 PM
“Mm, my powers.. I can m-make magic string.. and, um, then I.. make things.. with it.” Yellow.. yellow. Beach sand yellow… Nora held her hands together for a moment and then pulled out some string. It wasn’t quite sand yellow, but it was yellow! “Mm, like.. like this? Oh.. um, wh-who is.. Jay..?” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/26/2024 2:32 AM
Connie watched, entranced, as Nora pulled the yellow string right outta thin air! Clapping a little- quiet, as not to attract the girl's attention, Connie beamed. "It looks awesome!" she praised, leaning in to look at the newly made string a little more. It looked so cool! "I've never seen any kinda power like this! It's so cool, you can just, like, make yarn outta nothing! That's really, really awesome!" "Yeah, just like that! Aw, man that looks sick!" A little pause, before Connie was eagerly shuffle-hopping on her feet. "Oh, oh! Um, y'know- Jay? The lightning ninja! Fast, blue, zippy, cool- he's like a kinda, uh, sea-blue, in a way, I guess? Or like, thunderstormy blue- yeah, yeah, he's thunderstormy blue! He's one of the ninja! I mean, yeah, it's a give, he's a ninja. Ehe." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/26/2024 9:00 AM
Nora smiled at all the praise. “Hee.. it’s- it isn’t… um, very hard.. I just, um.. I can’t.. do it when.. I’m hungry.” She gave Connie the little yellow string and then tried to replicate the blue on her outfit. …the string she pulled out was a yellow-green color. Whoops! She tilted her head as Connie talked about ‘Jay’. “What’s, um.. what’s a.. ninja?” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/26/2024 1:21 PM
"Hungry, huh?" she hummed, watching Nora intently as she did her string-stuffs again. "I get that! Sometimes my powers don't work if I'm all tired and stuff, too!" With a little gasp, Connie pulled away with mock horror- though it was evident by the smile growing on her face that she was more than eager to ramble on and on about the ninja. "The ninja!" she exclaimed, striking a little one-legged pose, "are the coolest guys around! They're so awesome! They protect the city from villains and bad guys and stuff, and they all have their own different elements and powers!" In between each phrase, she was continuously changing her pose, mirroring the different ninja. "They do Spinjitzu and kick- kick ass, and they're super friendly and nice! I never actually met them though, but- uh- they're super cool! Jay's my favorite! He's the lightning ninja, and he's blue, and I have lightning powers too, and he's just super fun!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/26/2024 1:27 PM
Nora watched as Connie bounded around, her smile growing. Connie was much more expressive than her. She was fun to watch. “Oh, they- they’re, um.. heroes? Is.. are they from books?” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/26/2024 7:53 PM
"No!" Connie beamed, grinning like mad. "They're real! They're real ninja! There's like, th'Japanese ninja, guys who're like, undercover mercenaries and guys who were really good at fighting- and these guys are like, the ninja that protect the city!" "I've seen Jay and Cole before in person! They were far away, though, but I've seen them, and I've seen a buncha videos when they're fighting and stuff, and they have reaaally cool powers and stuff- like, lightning, earth, ice, and like, a bunch more, but yeah! There's six of them, and they're just super cool! Yeah!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/26/2024 9:06 PM
“Oh! That’s.. I- I didn’t.. I didn’t know, um… people like that were.. were real..! Jay and- and Cole.. um, who are… the other.. six?” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 1:55 AM
"Bah, that's alright! They're kinda big in Ninjago, but otherwise, not really, I think!" With an excited little squeal, Connie bounced eagerly on her feet. Oh, man, this was gonna be awesome! "OOH, ooh, oh okay! Okay, so! Jay and Cole are part of the six ninja! Jay's the Blue Ninja, master of Lightning! He's super fast and talks a lot, and he likes puns and is just super friendly! Well, they're all super friendly, but- yeah! Cole's the Black Ninja, and he controls Earth- he's suuuper strong and sturdy, and really reliable!" "Uh, and there's two siblings- Kai and Nya! Kai's the Red Ninja, master of Fire, and he's really- well, not angry, but he's super bright and, and he cares a lot about the ninja! Well. Uh, they all do, but he's like really! Caring, yeah, he's super protective and fierce! And Nya, she's the Water Ninja- she's so cool- she's the Water Ninja, and she's the Aqua Ninja- I think- I mean, it kinda makes sense- she also really cares a lot about the ninja, and she's super smart, and witty and "Zane's the White Ninja- Otty likes he's- and he's the master of Ice, and he's like- he's a nindroid- he's really smart, and he's all cool, and calculated, and he's really helpful and also pretty witty, and! Yeah! Cool! Oh, and Lloyd's the Green Ninja, uh, master of Energy. Yeah!" She was a little out of breath after that, rocking a little back and forth on her heels. "I've only seen Jay and Cole in person before- I'm not usually in the city, and they tend to stay in the city and patrol, do stuff, et cetera!" A brief little pause, before she was back to rocking on her heels again. "Are, um, you from the city?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 8:49 AM
Nora listened attentively, Connie was very excited about this, and it was kinda rubbing off on her. She swayed and nodded along as Connie talked. “Heehee.. Mm, you and… you’re like Jay. Hee.. they- they, um, are cool..! I wanna.. see them.” She smiled again, Connie was certainly helping her take her mind off of things. “Mm? Oh.. um, no. I- I don’t.. know where I’m.. I’m from. Um… I think it’s… a dessert.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 1:33 PM
"Celena said that too!" Connie all but exploded, shaking with excitement. "They're really cool- like, really cool! Maybe- we- uh, maybe we can ask Celena about them, if you want! She met the frickin' ninja- she trained with them, actually!" After a moment of (slowly) calming herself down, she hummed, tapping her chin a little in thought. "Like...a desert- super sandy and dry and hot?" she asked. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 4:17 PM
“Heehehee!! Y-yeah!! Um.. a- a des..ert, desert.. there’s, um… ssand and rocks.. and.. catus and little t-trees.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 7:15 PM
"I've never been to a desert before!" Connie mused. "But I bet the other side was probably...nicer than here then, huh? All beachy and stuff." "But you seem pretty well prepared for this place!" she laughed, lightly. "Man, I can't get over that you made all of this stuff yourself! That's really cool!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 7:25 PM
“Mm, it- it was.. hot and.. r-really cold at.. at night. I.. I liked the.. other side more. Th-there’s ffruit and… and my family is- is there.” She fiddled with her gloves for a moment, fighting the loneliness. “Um, yeah! Cool.. hee.. I- I like making.. clothes and- and I make.. dolls s-sometimes. But I- I don’t have.. stuff to make th-them here..” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 7:31 PM
"Aw," she softly said, remorse stirring in the pit of her stomach as Nora spoke. "Yeah, family- I, I get that, it sucks being away from family," she mumbled. "Um- um, hopefully, there's another chance to swap back to the other side! And you can get to see them again! I think they switch around people every fight or so..." "Um! Um...maybe we can ask around and see if they have any spare materials and stuff? I know they're kinda runnin' low on foodstuffs, but I'm not sure about like, cloth and stuff?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 7:35 PM
“Mhm.. I- I miss.. them.” She holds herself tight, swaying a little. “..oh, um.. mm, I- I need.. a needle. I can.. I can make my o-own cloth.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 7:42 PM
Connie nodded sympathetically, some sliver of a hopeful smile on her face. "I know it sucks, but y'gotta hang on, okay? You're gonna have time to see them again- you surely will!" "Mmm...a needle...um, oh, maybe the, uh! Froglings! The guys who live here, they're not competitors- maybe they might have...one? I mean, they're the ones who live here- yeah!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 7:45 PM
Nora nodded, hugging herself tighter. “Mhm… y-you.. miss your ffamily too.. right? It- it’s hard.. t-to be.. alone..? W-without.. them.” She perked up a little at the suggestion. “Oh! Um.. I- I haven’t.. seen any of- of those.. people. Maybe.. th-that would.. be nice.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 7:57 PM
"I don't know where they'd be right now, but they might be in the kitchen- or near the bonfire? Maybe? That's where I saw Zahara before- she's really nice, super friendly!" Connie faltered a little, fiddling with her gloves at the sudden shift- uh-oh. Her? "Um- I- I miss my family too, yeah," she admitted after a moment, messing with the button on her glove. "It- I mean, I've been alone before, and I've been alright! It's just that...um, being separated from them...now is a lot different than like, going on an adventure on my own. It's still kinda lonely, but at least I could've always gone back home if I wanted to..." She sniffled a little- either from the cold or from reminiscing. "I uh, talked to my dama earlier on the phone. They were...really worried. And it's been a month since we've been gone," she quietly said, her voice cracking ever slightly. "I miss them." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 8:01 PM
“Mm, okay. Dama..? Mm, I- I’m glad… you got to t-talk.. to them. I-“ She cut herself off suddenly with a shake of her head. It wasn’t real it wasn’t him it didn’t happen. “..a month… mm. Th-that’s.. that’s weird. It’s- it don’t.. f-feel like month.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 8:04 PM
"It doesn't feel like a month, that's the thing," she quietly groaned. "Buhhgh. It just feels so weird and everything..." "Maybe you can- um, talk to your family, too! Like Miss Jymaiyri! Oh, I don't know how to spell her name...oh." She wrung her hands a little, some puzzled expression on her face. "Hm, wait, I don't think I know how to spell most of the names of the guys here. Wuh oh." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 8:11 PM
She tensed, almost freezing for a moment at the suggestion. “N-no. It’s- it d-doesn’t.. doesn’t work.” She shut her eyes and shuddered suddenly. “I- I don’t...@Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ (edited)
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 8:18 PM
"Ah-" Connie yelped, a little startled by Nora's reaction. "Um- maybe? It is a pretty weird machine..." "Are you alright?" she quietly asked, hesitantly coming closer. "Oh- was it what I...said?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 8:21 PM
She shook her head no. “Y-you.. fine- it’s fine.. I- I just… I t-tried a-and… and it w-was a trick..” She shuddered again. “Mm I- I don’t.. l-like think- thinking about h- it. It..” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 8:30 PM
"Aw, jerks," Connie grumbled, a softer expression returning to her face. "Um- we don't have to talk about that- it's just, it's a weird thing, yeah-" She cast a brief little glance at Celena and the other girl, still seemingly discussing something. "We can go inside and wait, if you want?" she offered, "or look around for stuff to make your cloth?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 8:33 PM
“Mm… I- I wanna.. find a n-needle. Sowing needle, um.. it has.. a little hole on- on the.. the top for th-thread. Um… y-you said.. the bobfire and.. kitchen..? I- I know.. where kitchen is if- if you.. wanna look at the- the ffire.” @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡ 1/27/2024 8:41 PM
A little bit relieved that Nora seemed to be doing a little better after that shift in topic, Connie nodded eagerly. "Mhm! Yeah, the bonfire! There should be a few people there...I'll go lookin' for them!" Starting to make her way down the path- in the opposite direction of Celena and the scary girl, Connie waved a little. "I'll meet you back in the barracks if I find it!" she called, smiling. "Bye, Nora!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 1/27/2024 8:48 PM
“Mhm, okay..! Um, meet you.. mhm! B-bye!!” Nora walked towards the kitchen. @Kipology | Nathan 🏺 + Connie ⚡
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
“I could just- Sense if there’s something wrong with my light,” Celena explained somewhat weakly. “It’s hard to explain, but I’m a healer. It’s part of my abilities.” @soul | 🎻
Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/27/2024 8:50 PM
@soul | 🎻 (whenever you get the chance!! I know you’re busy, it got pushed back a bit so here it is)
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
“I could just- Sense if there’s something wrong with my light,” Celena explained somewhat weakly. “It’s hard to explain, but I’m a healer. It’s part of my abilities.” @soul | 🎻
soul | 🎻 1/28/2024 3:09 PM
Theora did not really believe this bad explanation. But still she stepped forward. "Light can't fix anything." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/28/2024 4:01 PM
“My light can, at least, it mostly can.” Celena took in a deep breath. “Perks of having elemental abilities: it’s different than what could be considered ‘normal’. A different kind of light like mine can help.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/28/2024 4:14 PM
Theora studied Celena's face, then studied her hand. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/28/2024 4:15 PM
In Celena’s hand, a small orb of light appeared. “You can touch it if you’d like,” She offered. “Just so you can see that it won’t hurt.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/28/2024 4:26 PM
Theora narrowed her eyes and gradually, very hesitantly, stretched out two fingers to the orb of light. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/28/2024 4:27 PM
The light didn’t hurt. With how Celena was controlling her light, it felt warm and delicate upon Theora’s skin. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/28/2024 4:32 PM
Theora's eyes shifted. No longer narrow, in fact widened. Not in shock or confusion, rather concern. "It's warm." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/28/2024 4:37 PM
“Mmhm, light’s warm.” Celena nodded her head. “Is that- An issue..? I can only change the temperature to certain kinds of ‘warm’.” @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/28/2024 4:38 PM
"It usually feels cold." Theora retracted her fingers. She rubbed them on her arm. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 1/28/2024 4:39 PM
“Well- I promise you that my light will always be warm. It won’t hurt.” Celena reassured. @soul | 🎻
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soul | 🎻 1/28/2024 4:48 PM
Theora stared at the light. "....fine." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu

Continued in: The Gorls

Alien and Newt

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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 8:53 AM
From warm tropical night into freezing cold. Kiran was in agony when they woke up in the snow. They could feel their metal morphing painfully, shrinking in the sudden temperature change. Their vision was blurred from the frost that had formed in their eyes, and a popup was warning them of dangerously low temperatures. Great. They might die here if they didn't get up and find shelter. They groaned and tried to move. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 9:18 AM
Thankfully for Kiran, the hottest person on this side of the maze was approaching! "Are you alright..?" Dante asked as he ran up to Kiran's side. Heat was radiating off of him like a radiator. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 9:23 AM
Kiran let out a creak like a rusty hinge, and turned shifted their stiff gaze towards the stranger. Their instincts, or perhaps programming, told them to get closer to the heat, and they reached their hand towards Dante, the motion clumsy and robotic. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 9:24 AM
"Oh, yes I'll help you up right away!" Dante reached out and grabbed their hand, attempting to yank them back up to their feet. His hand felt like a hot towel you'd get at a nice spa or something, right out of the oven. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 9:29 AM
Kiran's hand however, felt like a metal bar in -30 degrees. Sharp cold. Their fingers wrapped around Dante's hand stiffly and strongly, and the lerava did theor best to push themself out of the snow with his help. It was a shaky, heavy and awkward task. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 11:02 AM
Dante didn't seem to mind as steam wafted up from between them. With both of their combined effort, Kiran managed to stand up. The temperature around Dante was significantly warmer than the surrounding area. "Are you alright? I don't think I've seen you around here! And heavens- you're mostly nude! Ish! You're hairy, which does that count as clothes..? Hmmmm.." @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 11:29 AM
Kiran was twitching and standing unsteadily. They stared at Dante unblinking for a second, before leaning closer. It seemed like they were about to fall over and crash against the man, but they took a step just before losing balance, and stood very close in Dante's personal space, drawn to the warmth. The frost melted from their eyes, but they remained blurred from the steam. The lerava opened their mouth, a bunch of clicks and creaks coming out. A few seconds after, a very artificial sounding voice echoed from their throat, broken and staticy: "Cold,,, hurts,,,," @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 11:33 AM
Dante didn't seem to mind them standing close at all. "Are you alright, sir..? We should get you to a building right away! They're much warmer than out here." @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 11:40 AM
"Yes,,," The only thing stopping Kiran from leaning against Dante were the remains of their self-restraint and the worry they would cause them both to fall back in the snow and not be able to get up again. They didn't bother spending precious energy to correct Dante's gender assumption. Then again to this day I do not know a nonbinary equivalent for sir/madam. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 12:08 PM
"I'll take you there! Can you walk alright?" Dante nodded and kept a hold on their hand as he began to step back slowly. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 12:23 PM
Kiran didn't reply, instead attempting to walk. Their frame shook and their movements were janky and slow. They weren't making fast progress, but at least they stayed on their feet, regardless of then dangerously tilting almost off-balance once in a while. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 12:24 PM
"Hmm.. Oh, I can carry you! You should hop on my back!" Dante said and released their hand, turning around so his back was facing them. "I can do it!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 12:27 PM
Kiran looked at Dante for a moment, hesitating, but went and grabbed onto his shoulders. Mm, warm... They pushed themself against Dante's back for a moment, just to melt their frosty system a bit, even though the thermal expansion hurt as well, and then tried to clumsily hop and climb onto his back. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 12:31 PM
Yeah, climbing on Dante was like pressing up against a hot iron fence in the middle of summer. He grabbed Kiran's hands for extra balance on his back, though it was clear that his knees were buckling under their weight. "Oh heavens you are quite heavy-" Dante squeaked, taking in a deep breath and lifting one foot up. As soon as all that weight was on one leg, it buckled, and he fell forwards, landing face first in the snow. By the time he hit it it was already all melted so he just got a face-full of wet grass. "Urgh-" He released Kiran's hands and used his to push his front half up, getting in to a crawling position. "Not a problem! I can do this!" Dante said, his body heating up even further as he began to crawl at the pace of a snail toward the nearest building. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/6/2024 12:36 PM
Kiran made a soft clicking noise, similar to a dolphin's, and it was unclear what that meant. They held onto Dante, and felt awkward about the whole situation, but they decided to ignore it, and just soak in the heat. Just yesterday they had been complaining about heat. Oh, such a naive little critter they had been. Cold was so much worse! @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/6/2024 12:57 PM
Dante continued his agonizing crawl....
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 2:24 AM
Kiran pulled Dante back here, into a pile of snow. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 8:48 AM
The snow sizzled and melted around him, creating a muddy puddle where he laid. ".. Yayyyy! I feel much better..! Thank you!" It didn't look like anything had changed as Dante laid there limply. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 9:16 AM
"Hm..." Kiran switched to another voice, before replying. "Are you sure?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 1:06 PM
@Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 1:06 PM
"How did you change your voice- anyway- yes.. I'm sure! You've fixed me!" Dante forced a smile. "Hooray!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 1:10 PM
Kiran narrowed their eyes suspiciously. Then, they went and scooped more snow from the side and threw it on Dante, and continued doing so a few times to help him cool down. They didn't go far away from the man, staying close to his radiant warmth. "I use a translator to understand you and to speak to you. It has many voice options", Kiran replied, with a new voice again. They had forgotten which voice they had used before, and were trying to find a new one they liked. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 1:12 PM
Every time more snow would get put on him, it would melt, and make an even muddier mess. "O-oh.. That's interesting, Sir! Do you have any voices that sound like beautiful newt women?" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 1:16 PM
"I'm not a sir. I'm no male nor female. My species are hermaphrodites. And maybe? Are you a newt? You basically sound like humans to me", Kiran replied with a new voice, continuing to sweep more snow onto Dante, not thinking much about his rather specific question. "Dunno how beauty conveys through voice, though." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 1:40 PM
"Oh!" Dante had to think now. What was a gender neutral term.. Guy, miss, m'lady.. Those were all pretty gendered. Friend..? That was a bit personal. Companion..? Maybe. "What about.. Hmm.. Missir! Like Miss and Sir together!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 1:44 PM
"That's fine, although you can just call me Kiran. That's my name. What's your name?" they asked, changing the voice a couple of times as they talked. Some voices were more masculine, some more feminine, but they hadn't yet found one they liked enough. They took a break from shoveling snow onto Dante, and perched in front of him, basking in his warmth. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 1:45 PM
"Kiran? That sounds like Kian!" Dante commented. "I'm Dante. I'm a newt!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 1:48 PM
"Huh, I guess so", Kiran replied dryly. That didn't say anything to them. "Cool, Dante... I'm a Lerava. You kind of remind me of Itsuki on the other side. He also had a tail like that but he was a salamander I think. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 1:53 PM
".. Oh. And you're sure he was a man? Not a newt woman..?" Dante asked. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 1:58 PM
"He said he was a male", Kiran shrugged. "You're looking for a mate, huh?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 2:04 PM
"Hah, aren't we all.." Dante sighed. "Are you looking for a.. Another Lerava?" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 2:07 PM
Kiran frowned and looked away, their tail sweeping the snow. "...I can't reproduce. And I don't think anyone would want to be with me anyways." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 2:08 PM
"Aw! I'm sure at least one of those things isn't true..! You just haven't found the right.. other Larava." It was hard to talk about this without saying man or woman but he was managing. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/7/2024 2:11 PM
Kiran made a small squall, sneering. Their tail tapped the snow. "My body is artifical, and the ones who buit it didn't consider that I might want a family. And... I shouldn't, anyway. It's complicated. Don't worry about it." They sighed, and turned to look at Dante. Man was still face down in mud, huh? @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/7/2024 11:52 PM
".. Oh.. That's quite sad! If I can't find a newt woman in the next year it's basically hopeless that I ever will." Dante said. "But okay! I will stop worrying about it!" He started humming something to himself and twitched his fingers with some effort. @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/8/2024 9:46 AM
"Huh? That's a pretty tight time frame. You should go clubbing, I guess." They tilted their head, thinking to themself and watching Dante for a moment. They muttered nonsense under their breath, testing different voices before settling on one. "Can you stand? Or did you break your legs trying to carry me?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/8/2024 9:32 PM
"Clubbing..? What is that?" Dante asked. He twitched his tail and legs, just a bit. "Nope, not broken, I'm fine now!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/9/2024 12:04 PM
Kiran looked at Dante with surprise. "Uh, you know... You pick a nice club and go hitting on attractive people. And huh. You just like lying there in the mud, then?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/9/2024 9:00 PM
".. G-good heavens- why would I hit beautiful newt women with a club? There's no way they'd accept my spermatophore after that! And yes. I simply loooooove the mud. So.. Brown and.. Muddy!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/10/2024 3:58 AM
Kiran blinked, and frowned in confusion. "That's not what I said- ah." They rubbed their throat in thought. "Probably a translation issue. I mean you should go to clubs where people go to drink and dance and have a good time. Loosen up and get to know some interesting people. If you're lucky you could get that one-night-swing you seem to be after. Or like, go to parties. If I remember right that's also a place people get lost in the sauce..." Kiran hummed with a nonchalant, pondering expression. They glanced at Dante and squinted slightly, not sure ig they believed the other to actually being alright. But it wasn't their business. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/12/2024 10:08 PM
"Newt women don't hang around clubs... They hang around.. Staffs! Maybe I could go Staffing! If I hang around all of their favorite staffs for long enough, maybe one of them will take in interest! But I don't think I'll swing at them, even if it's just for one night. That seems to be the opposite of what I want." @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/16/2024 11:25 AM
Kiran squinted and frowned. "I don't think my translator is functioning properly... I don't get what staffs you're talking about. Or might be cultural. But yeah, I dunno, hang out where they hang out and shoot your shot, I guess", Kiran shrugged. They looked around and stood up. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/16/2024 2:33 PM
"Like a stick! But it's magic! That's a staff." Dante said. ".. Why would I shoot them..? You're quite violent.." @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/17/2024 2:59 AM
Kiran frowned and rubbed their face in frustration. "Magic wand? And no, I didn't say that. Seriously, this translator isn't great with proverbs, apparently", they sighed. "Go out there and... go talk to someone interesting. That's want I meant." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/17/2024 10:59 AM
"Oh, well if that's what you mean, I'm afraid I've tried that strategies many times over! Women seem to very much dislike me. I don't know why." Dante said, finally managing to move his arms and push himself up to a sitting position. He was absolutely covered in mud. "Now if you excuse me, I really ought to go get washed off. A woman may mistake me as a worm right now and try to eat me!" @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/17/2024 11:03 AM
Kiran grunted. "I can't help you with that. I'm not likable either." They shook themself a bit. The little bit of water on their fur was starting to freeze on their back. "You should. I'll go somewhere actually warm, if there is anywhere like that..." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 2/17/2024 11:06 AM
"The buildings are warm! And the bonfire- shoot! I've been slacking since I was sent to that awful torture dimension, I bet the bonfire is almost out. I'll get to that with haste once I am cleaned off." Dante nodded curtly. "Anyway, as long as you're not stuck outside, you should be warm enough." @Twig | Kiran + Riki
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Twig | Kiran + Riki 2/17/2024 11:10 AM
"Alright... ...Thanks for helping me out", Kiran replied, deciding not to think too hard about the torture dimension, and bounded away, towards the closest barracks. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽

Wolf with a PhD

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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/9/2024 5:45 PM
Lykos had hardly been paying attention to anything since the recording. They wracked their brain, trying to think of some sort of solution- And before they knew it, they were being brought back into the cold. Lykos landed hard in the snow, but after a moment their tail began to wag hard. …there was a large, black wolf rolling around in the snow, laughing to itself. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/9/2024 6:08 PM
Tsub was just wandering, not really paying mind to anything as they walked through the pathway. But some flying snow caught her attention. As did strange laughter. Oh... it's a dog. Tsub stood there and watched the wolf roll around. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/9/2024 6:31 PM
That wolf was absolutely lost in the sauce, shoving their whole face into the snow. “Eheh- HAHAHA!! Goodbye, you stupid humidity! Haha! Ha…” Oh. There’s a- is that another child?? The wolf stood quickly, shaking themself off with a little huff. “Ah- ahem, greetings. Who are you.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru (edited)
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/9/2024 7:45 PM
a The child jumped, glitching backwards as the wolf addressed them. "The wolf can talk... You can talk." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/9/2024 8:59 PM
The wolf jumped as well at the strange sight. “What- what was that? What happened with your body.” Ignoring the ‘talking wolf’ stuff. At least they didn’t call him a dog. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/9/2024 11:43 PM
Tsub looked a bit confused. "What do you mean? You scared me, I should be asking what your deal is!" They huffed, not really moving forward but not trying to back away either. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/10/2024 8:26 AM
“How did I-“ They sighed deeply, with a bit of a growl mixed into it. “Is my ability to talk really that hard to believe? We are trapped in space with people that can turn into frogs. Why am I so difficult for people to understand.” The wolf shakes its head. “I am Dr. Lykos. What is your name.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru (edited)
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/10/2024 6:06 PM
The wolf has a PHD. Who gave the wolf a PHD. "Idk... you're not like, humanoid. Or a furry. I thought maybe Rakin released wolves or something to make things more interesting." It shrugged, taking a step forward. "My name is...." Tsub thought for a second. It can have any name now. Not the stupid names she was already given. However one did sound more tempting than others at the moment. "My name is Subaru." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 3/10/2024 6:13 PM
(Omg Hannah blue 2016 Subaru outback)
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/10/2024 6:13 PM
(His hand was a furry)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 3/10/2024 6:16 PM
(YAAHSNNSNA)
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/10/2024 9:02 PM
They listened curiously, tilting their head at the whole ‘furry’ thing. They were clearly covered in fur..?? They hummed. “Mm, I suppose. I believe they are more interested in having us kill each other than dying by other means.” Glossing over that, she nodded. “Good to meet you, Subaru. What happened to you before. The strange light and movement.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/10/2024 9:53 PM
Subaru listened curiously. He did have a point, but also she didn't know what Rakin was into he obviously put unecessary effort into these things. (sorry rakin not sorry) It tilted its head as Lykos brought the glitch up again. "Oh... I'm not human." Subaru did a hop, skip and become wolf, trotting around Lykos for a bit before it hopped back into human form. "I can be whatever I wish to be. But my model does not understand a lot of reflexes and stuff so it glitches when I get too emotional. Well, the equivalent at least. I don't know if I even have emotions." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/10/2024 10:38 PM
Lykos seems excited at her transformation- before that excitement fades at the rest of her explanation. “Oh. You are… some sort of.. program. Hm. What were you.. created for?” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/10/2024 10:40 PM
Subaru huffed. "It's not important anymore." Well the reality is that it doesn't wanna think about it too hard. Or maybe it couldn't think about it too hard, outside of the simple answer at least. "I am free. I don't care what I was created for, I do what I want now." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/10/2024 11:48 PM
At her response they seemed to smile. “Hm, a program with a will of their own. Good for you, still I would hesitate to call you free. Not until we leave this place.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru (edited)
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/11/2024 7:42 PM
It seemed to ignore the will comment. They didn't really... understand what Lykos even meant by that. Subaru frowned. "You really know how to be a buzzkill. If we ever get out of this and go home, I'm probably gonna end up right where I started. Doom or not, I am free." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/11/2024 7:45 PM
“What does.. buzzkill mean.” They frowned a little at the rest. “Hm, this is freedom for you.. how unfortunate. Well Subaru, what are you doing with your freedom?” They walked around her a little, trying to understand her form. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/11/2024 7:49 PM
"You make things not fun." Subaru huffed. "I have... a vague understanding of human freedom. I'm sure no one else here feels the way I do. It didn't matter where I was. As long as I wore the collar, I was trapped. Stupid programming roadblock." Its form was very smol, on the account of appearing as a child. There was something off about it. Skin was too smooth, colors a bit too unnatural to be considered human. Not that it considered itself human. It was the most familiar form, the most solid appearance. Who knows what would happen if something different was achieved. @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/11/2024 7:54 PM
Interesting. To be able to be anything, and to choose to look human. They could not understand it. They looked around.“Oh. They collared you? Hm, you are free here, yes? Is there something… something you always wished to do, but were prevented from? You might as well fulfill what wishes you can.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru (edited)
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/11/2024 10:02 PM
In all fairness, her human form is default. "I've... never really thought about wishes." Subaru stopped to think. "I... the collar stopped me from shifting my form too much. It was the one thing I could never change. The possibilities are endless, where would I even start?" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/11/2024 10:11 PM
They smiled, tail wagging a bit. “Well, if you can truly be anything, I would recommend something fast. Something like a wolf or deer- being able to run wherever you please is quite exhilarating.” Their smile grew, fangs clearly showing. “Or you could learn how to fly. I imagine it would be difficult to learn without instincts. Still, endless possibilities, as you said.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/12/2024 2:31 AM
"Something fast, huh?" Subaru thought for a moment. Lmao no it didn't. Within a few seconds, Subaru's form started to shift, almost as if it was still in a state of contemplation. Once the transformation was done, a smol little dog stood in the child's place. I'll decide the breed in the morning I am eepy. It hopped around for a bit, barking cheerfully as it tried to run around. Not very fast honestly, but exhilarating nonetheless. "Wow this is fun!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/12/2024 9:58 AM
Well, not a wolf, but similar enough for these purposes. The wolf laughed, tail wagging. “Hmhmm, fun indeed. Although, you would go faster if you were larger.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/12/2024 2:45 PM
Subaru borked in defiance, zooming back and forth with some success. There was still snow everywhere. "I like this size. Very smol." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/12/2024 3:04 PM
Well she was fast, for her size. Lykos trotted along side her. “Very small indeed. Hm, you could make yourself even smaller, couldn’t you? Or gigantic.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/12/2024 3:11 PM
Subaru gave Lykos a toothy grin, lil tongue hangin out. "I wanna be real big. But it might hurt people. Or meanie frog man might try to stop me." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/12/2024 4:06 PM
They smiled back, their much larger teeth showing. “Do it. The frog man usually gives out warnings before he does anything. He can’t stop you from experimenting.” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/12/2024 10:34 PM
"I don't know." Subaru sat in place, very unsure. "I've only just gotten my freedom, I dunno if he has a way to take it from me again. These latest fights seem like they're not goin his way." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/13/2024 8:38 AM
“Hmm.. well, you are some sort of program, he would have to… program something to stop you, yes? I sincerely doubt he knows anything about your kinds of technology.” They tilt their head. “I haven’t been paying much attention to the most recent fights. What happened?” @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru
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Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru 3/13/2024 7:09 PM
gonna say this is right before the fight "It all seemed very personal. Weird theming. One was straight up Jeapordy. The Titanic... Saw, like the movie. Weird shit. Oh and people keep dying before they can become space dust or somethin. I think someone even stabbed Rakin in the hand." @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 ok now they can go to fight
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 3/13/2024 7:12 PM
…They had no idea what any of those were. “People keep.. what does it matter when they die. Their fates are sealed once they are brought to that damn place.” They barked out a laugh. “Ha! Heheh.. serves that bastard right. Mm? Oh, another fight. I’d like to observe this. You are welcome to join me.” With that, they raised a paw and were zapped away. @Gab | Ip🪩 + Subaru

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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 11:09 AM
... The pathway was lined with various torches, but one of them seemed to boast an especially large and bright flame.. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 11:12 AM
Jymaiyri trudged out onto the path, picking up the axe she'd found and used to chop wood for Sovran's crutches. She scanned the area for a good clearing, noticing the brighter torch but not paying it much attention, and stepped a ways off the path to get to work. She grew a small oak tree. It didn't seem to be faring very will in this objective terrible weather, but it would suffice. Time to get to chopping! @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 11:16 AM
The orb of fire lifted off of the torch and flew up in to the air as Jymaiyri stepped off the path. It turned back to Aldreda's usual bird form and hovered in the air, watching the tree grow curiously. Ah, Jymaiyri was cutting it down! She could help speed that up. Before Jymaiyri could bring the axe down on the trunk, a line of fire shot across the bottom of the trunk, burning a straight path through the little tree. It creaked before falling over, away from Jymaiyri. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 11:26 AM
Jymaiyri yelped in surprise as the tree suddenly burned, and ducked away as it fell. That was... weird. Such a clean cut, and from nowhere... She inspected the tree stump and the log, and then scanned the area... @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 11:28 AM
A little ball of fire was landing back on to the torch just as Jymaiyri was turning to look for it.. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 11:30 AM
Jymaiyri narrowed her eyes at the torch for a moment, suspicious, before she got to chopping up the tree into a more usable block of wood. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 11:32 AM
Really, no questions about the magic fire? Fire doesn't usually do that? At Jymaiyri ignoring it, the fire popped back up, this time turning in to a Phoenix, before flying back to her side. It easily melted all the snow around her as it landed, staring up at her. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 11:34 AM
Jymaiyri's going through a lot, but she's not about to start talking to torches. She was pretty surprised by the flaming bird suddenly in front of her. "What the-" She stammered, then... waved? "Hi?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 11:35 AM
The bird held out its wing to wave, then gestured to the fallen tree. "Need some help with that?" It asked, with a distinctly feminine and human voice. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 11:38 AM
"You talk?" Jymaiyri exclaimed in surprise. She glanced toward the tree. "Uh- no- I... I think I have it covered." She looked back to the bird with abject confusion. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 11:41 AM
"Mhm! I'm a Phoenix." She said, sitting down on the ground next to Jymaiyri. "I cut down that tree for you. It's pretty cold out here for a lady like you to have to endure!" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 12:01 PM
"A Phoenix?" Jymaiyri's eyes widened. "Phoenixes are real? Well, I guess I shouldn't be surprised. I am in the frog alien space maze..." She blinked, and looked to the tree. "Oh... thanks, actually. I think I've got it from here. It's pretty rough out here, yeah..." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 12:39 PM
"Yeah they're real all right! In Avis, anyway. Haven't met any other ones." The bird said. It scooted a bit closer to Jymaiyri, making the temperature actually pleasant to be outside in. "Whatcha gettin wood for?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 12:41 PM
"Wow. Avis, huh? Sounds... birdy." Jymaiyri commented. The warmth was very nice, so she wasn't moving anytime soon. She patted the log. "I'm making a cane for a friend of mine. That'll only take about... half of this, at most, though. The rest will make for good firewood." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 1:34 PM
"Oh, yes, very birdy!" It chuckled- maybe- it was kind of a weird squawking sound. "But a cane? That's nice of ya! Shame they made you come all the way out here in the cold to make it." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 1:36 PM
Jymaiyri let out a breathy chuckle with the Phoenix. "Yeah, it's easier to grow a tree here than indoors. Can't very well make a cane without material." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 1:38 PM
"True, true. Seems like most of the wood around here goes to that giant fire pit." It took a small step away from Jymaiyri and pecked at a stray piece of mulch that had come from the tree. She grabbed it in her beak and threw her head back. The wood burned away, and she grew ever so slightly larger. "Man, you make a good tree!" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 1:49 PM
"Mhm, yeah. That bonfire must take a lot of fuel." Jymaiyri hummed. She laughed as the phoenix ate the mulch, and used the axe to chop a small, twiggy branch from the felled tree and tossed it over to Aldreda. "Ha, thanks. There you go. I trying to grow good trees, 'specially when I need to use them for something." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 1:51 PM
Aldreda hopped up and grabbed the twig in the air. It burned up much like the mulch had. She fluttered back down to land on Jymaiyri's shoulder, feeling like a warm bag of rice. She did have a bit of heft for being made out of fire. "You have plant powers then? Or just trees?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 1:56 PM
Jymaiyri startled a bit as Aldreda hopped to her shoulder, but quickly regained composure. "Plant powers. I can grow pretty much anything, but I specialize in trees. I actually study them." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 2:06 PM
"Wow, that's neat!" Aldreda nodded. "So you're a dendrologist?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 2:11 PM
"Yup. Spend all my time looking at trees." Jymaiyri nodded, with a slight laugh. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 2:12 PM
"That would make me hungry. Especially if they're ash trees, those are my favorite. What's yours?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 2:15 PM
"Hmm, I'd have to say fig trees. It's a big category, but I like 'em. Some of them get really weird and windy. Plus, figs are pretty tasty." She hummed. "Ash trees, huh? There's a good pun there." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 2:36 PM
"Hah, yeah! You haven't even heard my bird puns yet- they're a real hoot!" Aldreda laughed so hard that she shook Jymaiyri's entire shoulder. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 2:40 PM
"Hah!" Jymaiyri laughed heartily along with Aldreda, tossing her head back. "That's a good one." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 2:48 PM
"Yes, I'm full of those!" Aldreda squawked again. She jumped off of Jymaiyri's shoulder and in a glorious burst of flame turned to a woman yet again. She landed in front of her, smiling and holding her hands behind her back. "But anyway, it's great to meet you, Miss..?" Aldreda leaned forward and held her hand out for a handshake. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 2:53 PM
"Wha-" Jymaiyri stepped back as Aldreda transformed, mostly because she was cautious about getting set on fire, and looked over the woman suddenly in front of her. Somehow, it hadn't crossed her mind that the magic fire bird she was talking to might actually be a magic fire bird lady. "Huh... I'm Jymaiyri ke Naido." She shook Aldreda's hand. "And you are...?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 2:55 PM
Aldreda's hand was soft and warm. Pretty pleasant out here. "Aldreda Aurelian Aetius, uncrowned princess of Avis, vice-president of the Avian Coven, general bird enthusiast." She winked, giving Jymaiyri a strong shake. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 2:59 PM
"That's quite a title you've got yourself." The corners of Jymaiyri's mouth tugged up in a smile. "Got a nickname? Or should I just call you Aldreda?" (edited)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 3:03 PM
"Aldreda is fine. Or Dreda. Or whatever else ya wanna call me. I've heard just about everything." Aldreda said and pulled her hand back behind her back. "Is just Jymaiyri good for you?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 3:05 PM
"Glad to hear it." Jymaiyri nodded, and tucked her hand into her pocket. "Just 'Jymaiyri' is fine. Some people call me 'Mari', so there's also that." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 3:09 PM
"Mari? That's cute!" Aldreda smiled. "Sooooo.. Are ya doing anything after ya finish with that tree?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 3:13 PM
Jymaiyri laughed at being called cute, and briefly glanced toward the tree again. "Well, I gotta lug it back to the kitchen and make a cane out of it. And I've gotta get back to my kid at some point." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 3:14 PM
"Oh, your kid?" Aldreda didn't falter at hearing that, still smiling. "Well I could help ya get it back. But I am curious, how old's your kid? My nephew turned eighteen recently!" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 3:17 PM
"Oh, she's a baby. About six months old now." Jymaiyri laughed. "Much younger than eighteen. Which is why I don't wanna be away from her for too long." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 4:42 PM
"Wow! A hatchling. Sorry you both got sucked in to this mess." Aldreda said. "I thought an eight year old was a nightmare in a normal place. I can't imagine." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 4:45 PM
"I won't lie and say it's been easy... I didn't think I could be this stressed, and now... stress is kind of my default state of being." She laughed dryly. "It's been rough. But we're getting through it. At least having a baby around has made it much harder to just give up and die." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 5:28 PM
"Yeah, this event will do that to ya.." Aldreda nodded, before chuckling again. She leaned in closer toward Jymaiyri. "I could help you manage some of that, I'd you'd like~" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 5:31 PM
Jymaiyri flushed warm as Aldreda neared her- though, it could've been the cold. "Manage... in what way?" She lifted an eyebrow. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 5:35 PM
"Oh, anything that would strike your fancy. I'm down for just about anything." Aldreda chuckled. "I'd be lying if I said I didn't have anything in mind that I'd like to do, but I'm more worried about making sure you're comfortable." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 5:42 PM
Well. Jymaiyri was definitely blushing now. She put a gloved hand over her cheek. "Well, I- uh- We don't-" She wasn't terribly adverse to the idea. But also not terribly committed to it, at least not right now. She was mostly just incredibly embarrassed. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 5:47 PM
Hmmm. This is usually how Avians reacted. But most of them would have just run away by now.. "Aww, you're so cute when you're blushing." Aldreda twirled her hair around her finger and closed the distance between them. She stood a few inches shorter than Jymaiyri, but that gave the other woman a pretty good look at her chest.. Which she was definitely standing in a way to poke out further. "There's plenty of rooms around here- or you could make us a little something. I can keep it plenty warm inside." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 5:54 PM
On one hand, it seemed really wrong to be doing this so soon after Yeonaixho had passed. But also, he was dead and she was technically single now. And she was really stressed out. Ill advised encounters with mystery bird women could very well relieve that tension. She got the feeling he would've understood. Or maybe, her grief was just making her irrational. "This isn't like- an actual commitment, right? Just some fun and stress relief?" @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 5:56 PM
YES.. finally. "Psh, nah! I've got all my girls to get back to at home. Unless you're planning on moving to Avis forever, you'll probably never see me ever again after we all get out of here. This is nothing serious." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 6:06 PM
Jymaiyri's expression shifted to something more excited, almost sultry. "I don't plan on moving to Avis anytime soon. I don't see the harm in it." She hummed in thought. "The restroom's the only place with a lock on the door, as far as I know, and I'd like to avoid anyone walking in on us... though maybe I could grow us a nice little hollow..." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 6:11 PM
"I know a steamy shower is pretty hot for most people, but all that moisture in the air really saps my energy. So if we're in the restroom my only request is that the water stays off. Beeeeeesides that, I'm alright with whatever you want to do. Can't say I've ever fucked in a little hollow someone with plant powers is controlling. That must lead to some interesting possibilities. And I can keep myself from burning you or the area no problem, so don't worry about that. But I am pretty warm. Inside and out." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 6:21 PM
"Hmm, maybe we should leave the restroom free, then. Someone else might need to bathe, or something." She thought of Sovran, ignorant to the conversation he and Aldreda had just had. "So a little hollow it might just have to be." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 6:25 PM
"True, true." Aldreda didn't want to bring up Sovran either, that might have made things a little more awkward if she did know him. Regardless of that, she smiled and wrapped her arm around Jymairyi's waist. "So, where shall we make this little hollow, Mari?" @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 6:35 PM
Jymaiyri rearranged herself so she and Aldreda could more easily walk together, leading her further off the path and towards the treeline. "Mhm... I think I know just the place..." @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 6:35 PM
"Perfect. Should I close my eyes so it'll be a surprise?" Aldreda looked over to the trees. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/1/2024 6:37 PM
"If you'd like," Jymaiyri hummed as they walked. @Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 (movin over to #left-pine-forest now)
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/1/2024 6:38 PM
Aldreda moved her free hand over her eyes, grinning as she kept her other arm around Jymaiyri. "I can't wait to see what you come up with." @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺

Where Could Jymaiyri Be?

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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/3/2024 9:01 PM
Best to start here. Lykos walked out of the kitchen to the path, already shivering. “Would it h-have killed that thing to give me a c-coat. Ugh..” They looked into the forest, seeing the soft outline of footprints in the snow. “Alright. Let’s go, Maia. Er, let me know if you see her.” @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/3/2024 9:04 PM
Maia gave a ferocious nod of her head, definitely portraying the eagerness of a toddler being given a task. She cupped her hands around her eyes to make a pair of goggles, and she began to scan the area. So far, she didn't see anything or anyone! @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/3/2024 9:24 PM
Lykos balked a bit at that. “Oh, er, great work.” They started to follow the tracks, keeping an eye out for Jymaiyri as they did. “Hm. Maia, are you some sort of.. spirit haunting this man or..?” @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/3/2024 9:28 PM
At their question, Maia looked confused. She gave another shake of her head. With her hands, she began to use sign language. "Nope! Not a ghost!" @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/3/2024 9:33 PM
They paused at the motion. “Hm? Ah… I do not know what that.. movement means. But you’re not a spirit? And you can use telekinesis.. But still originate from him somehow..? Er, we should.. keep moving.” They followed the tracks into the #left-pine-forest . @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/3/2024 9:46 PM
Maia pouted when Lykos couldn’t understand her sign language. She looked a bit confused by some of their words, but she understood most of them! She shook her head: Nope, not a spirit. A nod: Yes, she can still use telekinesis! Another nod: Yeah, she’s connected to him? Giggling to herself, the light ringing of a bell could be heard from the Remnant child as she hopped along after Lykos. To the left pin forest they go! @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺

A Guy whose name is synonymous with overpass

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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 12:00 PM
Trudging along through the snow with one leg and two crutches was definitely harder than Sovran realized. The high of the massage room time was long gone, and he was shivering as he made his way to try and find anyone. Who would’ve thought it’d be difficult to find a single person on this side? Homeboy was STRUGGLING. He continued along to try and find anyone. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 12:08 PM
Well Sovran's hope of running into someone would soon be realized, but maybe not in the way he was thinking. "Woah! Hey, buddy, you do know you're in the middle of a snow storm right now? Why are you walking around with two measly sticks?" A voice suddenly said from beside the man. Bridge was there walking beside Sovran, totally chilling and curiously looking over the state Sovran was in. "I don't even think you were in a fight yet. How'd you get all of that done?" @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 12:23 PM
“Oh- Shit!” Sovran jumped when Bridge appeared right beside him. “God damn- You came out of nowhere!” Sovran looked over the other man. He didn’t seem familiar. Had he really gone this time not seeing this man? Sovran swore he knew a good amount of people. “Just tryin’ to find some folk, that’s all,” Sovran stated. “And nah, I didn’t get in a fight. It’s- Complicated, how this all happened.” @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 12:32 PM
Bridge feigned some surprise. "Oh, my bad. I thought you knew I was here the whole time," he commented with a small chuckle. Though, he did raise a brow as Sovran spoke. "Trying to find someone? Who is it? I might be able to help ya out," he offered with the faintest of smiles. He didn't bother asking what had happened with Sovran's leg any further, already knowing what had happened. Bridge just liked to play dumb. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 1:22 PM
“How long have you been walkin’ beside me?” Sovran asked with a slight frown. His senses were usually sharper than this. Then again, it was snowing, and he was sort of yearning for the sauna again. “Nah, not a someone- Just anyone, that’s all. I didn’t think it’d be hard to find people on this side.” @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 1:53 PM
"How long? Hm, probably for like, the past few steps now," Bridge nodded. "And just anyone? Well, you found me! That's someone," the man chuckled, his eyes squinting behind his red lens. "So, say, what's your name, stranger? You look like you gotta story on you." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 3:02 PM
Okay, so he wasn’t following for long. That was a relief. Something about this guy, though, rubbed Sovran the wrong way. He couldn’t quite place a finger on it as to why. “I feel like I didn’t find you, you found me, man,” Sovran chuckled. “What’s your name? The name’s Sovran. Don’t we all got a story?” @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 3:36 PM
Bridge smiled at that. It was a little devious in a way. "Mmm, perhaps I did. Quite funny how that works," he lightly chuckled as he shook his head. "You can call me Bridge. It's nice to meet ya in person, bed-head," Bridge replied, glancing up at the messy lop of hair on Sovran's head. "The wind out here is crazy, ain't it?" @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 5:35 PM
“Bridge, huh?” Sovran chuckled. “Good to meet you. I see you’ve heard of me, huh? Hopefully it’s been nothin’ but good things.” “Yeah, the storm’s pickin’ up a bit,” Sovran admitted. He ran a hand through his hair in an effort to fix it up, but it didn’t quite do as much for him. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 7:21 PM
Bridge hummed, putting his hand up to his chin. "I've heard a bit about ya from papa frog, yeah. I've seen a little bit of you hanging around with that blonde man that was revived recently too. It sure is interesting to see so many people coddle up to that couple," he mused with a grin. "Thank goodness the cold doesn't affect me. Or the heat, for that matter. I can't have my appearance too muddled if I ever need to go live while here," Bridge commented. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 7:36 PM
“Papa frog?” Sovran frowned as he raised an eyebrow. His frown deepened when he heard the rest of Bridge’s statement. “Wait- What d’you mean, ‘bout there bein’ other people coddlin’ up to Yeonaixho and Jymaiyri? There’s others?” Sovran raised his other eyebrow. “How’re you unaffected? You got powers to help with that?” @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 8:09 PM
A glimmer of mischief shone in Bridge's eyes and he grinned. "Papa frog—Mr. Rakin," he answered before feigning a surprised look. "Oh, you didn't know? I figured they would of told you since you all seem so close. That mother scurried off with another woman before her husband came back. Quite humorous if you ask me. It seems both parties in the couple quite like their outdoor entertainment," Bridge mused. "And I suppose you can say my powers help me out, yes. I'm not exactly human like the rest of you contestants." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 8:54 PM
“Ah, you’re close with Rakin then, huh?” Sovran hummed. His frown remained on his face. “I’ll.. Keep that in mind, I wasn’t aware of that,” Sovran spoke. This was a bit to take in. He didn’t really know what to make of it, especially from someone as.. Strange as Bridge. Hm. “Not human? You an alien or something?” Sovran asked. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 9:23 PM
Bridge nodded. "He's my boss. Funny little guy, papa frog is," he chuckled as he took a couple of steps ahead of Sovran. "Well, regardless, you all make for such a lovely group. There's so many to go around! You humans are quite interesting with your mating practices. Especially you and the blonde man. Wow! That sauna must of been steamy!" At Sovran's question, Bridge teleported to his side again, grinning widely. "Not alien, not human either. In layman's terms, I'm a hologram." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/18/2024 9:39 PM
“Yeah, I thought he was real funny too. He don’t like bein’ called ‘little,’ from what I’ve gathered,” Sovran hummed. “And- Let’s not talk ‘bout the sauna, alright? That’s between Yeonaixho and I.” The man turned his head to the new direction that Bridge was in. “Hologram, huh? Never had the honor of meetin’ a hologram.” @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/18/2024 10:04 PM
"Oh, papa frog is just a little bit embarrassed when people call him that. He doesn't mind if I call him that though," Bridge mused. "Well, I just thought it was interesting how you two could be so bold with everything happening outside. Regardless, you seem happy, so that's all that matters~" Bridge pushed his glasses up with a smile, and bowed for the theatrics. "Why, thank you. I know it's not everyday you see someone quite like me. I hope I'm not disappointing." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/19/2024 9:27 AM
“Ah, so he’s fond of you, huh?” Sovran mused. He’d keep that in mind. “Well, I’ve always been the ‘bold’ type. We were just easin’ off some stress back there.” Oh, it was so much more than that. It was romantic. It was everything Sovran ever wanted and more. It made him feel worthy, alive, enough. “Nah, not disappointin’ at all,” Sovran chuckled as Bridge bowed. “‘Bout what I expected.” @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/19/2024 10:15 AM
Bridge chuckled faintly, shrugging his shoulders again. "Oh, I think I'm much more fond of papa frog than he is of me, but we're chill," he commented before teleporting in front of Sovran again. "Mmm.. stress. I suppose anyone would be feeling that way out here. That's probably why the mother went out of her way to the woods. I'm glad I've met expectation, however. I doubt there's really a bar to be met as the first though." @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu
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Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu 4/19/2024 11:12 AM
The alarm shit whatever sounded. “Fuck, I gotta go.” Sovran said. @Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge
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Aj | Kian+Moses+Bridge 4/19/2024 11:15 AM
Bridge smiled a bit as he overheard the announcement. "Oh, I do too. I'll see you on the other side, mop-head," the program said before teleporting away. @Vanessa| Sovran+Zora+Cansu

Aldreda and Zahara

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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/20/2024 3:44 PM
Aldreda had been wandering for time. She wasn't entirely sure what she was looking for. Maybe Yeonaixho, or Sovran, or Connie, or Lykos.. Maybe they had already changed sides by now. But she just kept walking. She really didn't mind the cold. The snowflakes evaporated off of her skin whenever they managed to make contact. She only paused when she heard muffled crying. It didn't sound like a teenager, so not Connie, it sounded more like an adult woman's sobs. She squinted, but the visibility was pretty bad right now.. "Who's out there? Hello!!!" Aldreda called out. "Ah, Aldreda! It's me and Zahara." Agustin responded, from somewhere out in the blizzard. Huh, who was this guy again? She didn't remember meeting anyone with his voice.. "Who- y'know it's not really important." Aldreda pivoted and hurried over in their direction. Agustin and Zahara were together. He had his arms wrapped around her while she kept her hands up on her face. Yep, she was the one crying.. "We were going to go make a phone call." Agustin said, squinting as an orange blob of a person broke through the overwhelming whiteness surrounding them. "Oh. Uh. I can help ya get there, so you don't freeze.. You two look pretty miserable right now.." "That would be.. Appreciated." Agustin nodded. So, the three of them went off down the path and to #phone-room ...

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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/24/2024 11:33 PM
Yeonaixho stepped out onto the paths closest to the kitchen, just savoring the cold, fresh air. Air that didn't smell like mold. He simply lingered there, letting his breath fog up infront of him, but kept his ears attuned for anything that might approach. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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Mads|Madison📱+Aldreda🔥+NPCS👽 4/24/2024 11:33 PM
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/24/2024 11:33 PM
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He wouldn’t really need to try very hard to listen. Somewhere up ahead, stumbling footsteps crunch through the snow, accompanied by a dull thud, a larger crunch, and finally an aggravated snarl. Doesn’t seem like the first time. Mallon isn’t exactly doing what one would call ‘adjusting well’. They, however, are much too preoccupied with their immediate surroundings to pay attention to those farther away. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/24/2024 11:44 PM
Yeonaixho stilled at the sound, but turned towards it. He put a hand to the wall of the kitchen beside him, and dares a cautious, "Hello? Who's there?" That snarl is familiar, though. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/24/2024 11:53 PM
Angry muttering cuts off sharply. Mallon knew he was back. Knew they’d failed, knew they’d ruined things, knew they’d helped to do so in some way that still churns their stomach to think about. But they hadn’t crossed paths since then, and..a selfish part of them had hoped they never would again. As soon as they hear his voice, though, all sense escapes them. Terror grips their chest, lacing through their ribs and spiking in their eye as their heartbeat thuds in their ears. With a choked sound they scramble backwards from where they’d fallen in the snow and by some sheer stroke of luck manage to press their back up against one of the torch poles as they shakily stand. Instinct drives them to scan the area. It’s as useless as it sounds. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/24/2024 11:59 PM
"It's- it's you, isn't it-" His tone isn't fearful so much as it's angry. And then again, "It's you! You- You're the one who killed me!" @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/25/2024 12:07 AM
Oh, how the turn tables. Mallon recognizes that anger. It still simmers in their chest all the same. But right now, it’s not in charge. Another strangled sort of sound escapes them, not quite an acknowledgement, but not quite meaningless either. Earfins flicking rapidly, they’re still not able to pinpoint where he is. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/25/2024 12:12 AM
Unfortunately for Mallon, Yeonaixho had been blind for far longer and actually knew how to navigate. From the small sounds of snow crunching beneath their feet, and the keeling cries they let out, he could find out roughly where they were. With he hand still on the side of the wall to guide him, he took careful steps foreward, his sightless gaze growing stern with his voice. "You murdered me. You tore out my heart," He said, as if Mallon needs a reminder. "Do you know what that feels like? Do you know what it feels like to have to be told that?" @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/25/2024 12:36 AM
They know. They know, what they did. They can still feel it pulse in their hands. But his words alone are enough to spike reality through the haze of fear. Don’t they know what it feels like? The scar sunk into their shoulder throbs in tune with their own heart. “I never—“ Their voice is hoarse, raw, still torn to shreds. Each word drags agonizingly out of them. “I was not given. The chance to be told.” No one had warned them of the body in the hospital. No one was left to. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/25/2024 10:30 AM
Yeonaixho kept moving closer to Mallon. His steps were slow, deliberate, making sure Mallon was aware of every crunch of the snow, every audible, shaky breath he took. The anger Sovran had helped him quell was bubbling to the surface again, like a pot of water left to boil. Though he knew the desire was somehow wrong, he knew Mallon needed to pay. "Well," His tone is measured, falsely calm, in a way that would be horribly familiar to Mallon. "I'd be happy to give you that opportunity." He leaned close to Mallon, but didn't touch them. "It hurts. It hurts a lot." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/25/2024 6:15 PM
Rooted in place, Mallon’s head swivels as they attempt to track Yeonaixho. They can hear every sound he makes, yet they still can’t see him. When he speaks again, inches from their face, ice-cold shivers drag down their spine. They know that voice, agonizingly so, and yet… And yet they can’t help the laugh that slips out. Short, clipped, and bitter, it grates in their throat, ripping out of them with a sudden burst of exhausted energy and terrified anger. “There you are,” Mallon wheezes, barely keeping themself upright, “I knew it was you. I knew it.” Their chest aches wildly. “You don’t change. You can’t change. I knew I was right.” They’re breathing faster, and faster, and nearly hyperventilating but it doesn’t matter because they’re right. He had tried and tried and tried to lie to them but he couldn’t, he wouldn’t trick them, they wouldn’t suffer the same mistakes. It’s cold. Too cold. There’s a hand on their chin or there isn’t because there never has been and never would be, the only thing there blood dripping from the newly scraped and raw skin around what used to be their eye. “Your death was a mercy,” they spit suddenly, delusion and hysteria morphing into a frenzied jumble of rage. “It should have hurt more. You should have rotted like He did.” @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/25/2024 6:35 PM
Yeonaixho was trembling from rage at that point. His choppy bangs fell loose in front of his face. "You don't know anything," he hissed. "You definitely don't know anything about me. I heard what Jymaiyri did to you. I think she should've done more." "I once thought I should treat you with mercy. That being kind would stop you from hurting anyone." He spat. "Tell me- would it have? Or would you have slaughtered me anyways? Is this how you treat everyone who tries to treat you kindly?" @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/26/2024 4:23 PM
“I know what I need to know,” Mallon snarls, recoiling against the pole at the mention of Jymaiyri. What used to be their eye stings harshly, clashing with the sickeningly sweet smell of the flowers. “I know that you are a liar. I know that you twist people and you break them and you make them sick.” “I would not hurt just anyone,” they seethe, chest heavy with the weight of their own guilt. “Just. You.” How dare he. How dare he try and claim he could be counted among the slim number who had ever offered them an ounce of kindness. “I have been above the sea—” Mallon screams, voice jagged and splintered as they wail to the sky, “—for less than a year! Only two people have EVER! EVER. Shown me kindness more than ONCE! And one of them? One of them is DEAD.” The eerie stillness of the island, teeming with plant growth. “You poisoned him—” The smell, that god awful smell that still churns their stomach every night. “—and you made him sick—” Cold, nauseatingly cold skin and bone against theirs as they reach for the only thing they will ever keep of him—the only good thing. “—and you took him away from me!” “MY FATHER ROTS BECAUSE OF YOU.@innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/26/2024 4:36 PM
Yeonaixho stands tall- far taller than Mallon, as if added height might make him seem more intimidating. He listened to Mallon's accusations with detatched, cruel hatred- they were lying, of course. Another sin to add to their tally. "I have done nothing, to anyone, ever." His voice was cold, steady, and achingly familiar to Mallon. "Before you, I didn't fathom doing anyone harm. I know my own innocence, and I have never met you before." It's with a shaky breath he stepped away from Mallon finally. "You can believe whatever you want about me. But it doesn't change the truth. I was innocent, before. I was a good man, before you murdered me." "You ruined me." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
Yeonaixho stands tall- far taller than Mallon, as if added height might make him seem more intimidating. He listened to Mallon's accusations with detatched, cruel hatred- they were lying, of course. Another sin to add to their tally. "I have done nothing, to anyone, ever." His voice was cold, steady, and achingly familiar to Mallon. "Before you, I didn't fathom doing anyone harm. I know my own innocence, and I have never met you before." It's with a shaky breath he stepped away from Mallon finally. "You can believe whatever you want about me. But it doesn't change the truth. I was innocent, before. I was a good man, before you murdered me." "You ruined me." @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/26/2024 5:31 PM
….Footsteps were crunching towards them in the distance. Someone small, but with heavy footsteps. “Yeonaixho! We’re all meeting at the dining hall, come with me!” Lykos was calling out to him. “I don’t know your name, we’re trying to gather everyone left in the dining hall now. Come with us.” @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/26/2024 6:43 PM
“You.. created th..is,” Mallon hisses back, barely able to bite the words out before the cold air shocks their lungs—painful, jagged wheezing spinning their mind and permeating into numbness throughout their body. They are not wrong. They cannot be wrong, they cannot— Someone is approaching. Stuck in their haze of sheer panic and long-torn grief, footsteps in the snow pivot their terror away from the monster of a man in front of them. They’re not looking directly at Lykos, swaying in the snow dangerously, but at least they’ve got the general area correct this time. “W..ho.?” @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/26/2024 6:48 PM
At the sound of another approaching, Yeonaixho abruptly stiffens and turns towards the sound, though his posture eases when he hears his voice. "Doctor." He calls in greeting, then more angrily. "You shouldn't invite them, they killed me!" @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/26/2024 6:55 PM
The doctor huffs, but their tone remains flat. “I am Dr. Lykos, what is your name. Hm.. you were at that resurrection.. thing.” “Oh, apologies, I missed your fight, Yeonaixho.” They didn’t sound apologetic. “Previous transgressions hardly matter now, besides, we’re gathering together to plan an attack against the hosts. I’m sure you two can focus your hate on to the bastards that put us here.” @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 (edited)
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/26/2024 7:16 PM
The resurrection. In all of their rage at Yeonaixho’s life, they’d almost forgotten how he gained it in the first place. “You.. You owe me,” they murmur, head tilting to stare blankly in between the two. It passes, though, morphing into newer guilt that settles in their stomach. He was back, partially because of them. Then Lykos mentions an attack against their hosts, and Mallon’s entire body settles impossibly still. “I..want them dead ttoo,” they hiss, staggering a step forward, then another. “More thhhan I want you.” Sounds like they’re on board? Might need some help getting there, though. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/26/2024 7:25 PM
Yeonaixho crossed his arms. "I... also want Rakin dead." He huffed. He didn't feel good about being on the same side as Mallon, but... "If we're all on the same side, that means they can't hurt me, right?" He's pretty on board, too, by the sound of it. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/26/2024 7:42 PM
“As long as neither of you are stupid enough to go for the other’s throat during the fight, it will be fine, yes. I’m glad we can all agree, let me guide you two to the dining hall, then.” @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/26/2024 10:56 PM
Mallon huffs, but, well. They don’t either confirm or deny. As far as they’re concerned killing Rakin isn’t a promise of not killing Yeonaixho also. It’s just a delay. They try their best to stumble after Lykos, though…they probably need to be redirected a few times. @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/26/2024 11:06 PM
Yeonaixho simply scoffed in reply, and started following Lykos- notably, better at tracking their movements than Mallon. He thought of his family, and how they would probably need to be brought to the dining hall too- but he wasn't going to bring that up around Mallon. Maybe he'd tell Lykos privately, later. Even though Mallon said they only wanted to hurt him, there's no way in hell he's believing that. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺
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Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 4/26/2024 11:12 PM
Lykos led them along, at one point turning back to Mallon as they struggled. “If it would help, you could hold my coat and I could lead you with it...” After a bit, they were near the #dining-hall ! @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 (edited)
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em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 4/27/2024 1:07 PM
“I don’t need your help,” Mallon hisses half under their breath. ….A few seconds later there’s a reluctant hand gripping tight to the back of Lykos’s coat. Into the dining hall they go 🫡 . @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺 @innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺
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innsjo | juno🌻/jymaiyri🌿/minnie🌺 4/27/2024 1:08 PM
To the dining hall they go! Yeonaixho says nothing the entire trip, instead just grumbling in mild irritation. @em | mallon 🎣 + kenji 🌒 @Sauce | Nora🧶+Lykos🐺