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KiriK The Grey Pilgrim from across time and space Since: Mar, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
The Grey Pilgrim
#361351: Nov 18th 2021 at 12:21:35 PM

Amaterasu trots on in after them.

"A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to."
DevilPsyco from The Underworld (pretty deep down in the ground) Since: Jul, 2014 Relationship Status: In another castle
#361352: Nov 18th 2021 at 12:28:49 PM

"Well...", she says before yawning again, letting herself get picked up again. "I guess it's okay as long as you bring me back to this world afterwards."

She proceeds to fall asleep not long after they go through the portal, as it seems Loki's song soothes her.

In the year 202X, all is devastation... Soon, any last shred of hope had by the saintliest optimist shall die and decay.
Rbade [PASIO] from Woodstocks Since: May, 2015 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
[PASIO]
#361353: Nov 18th 2021 at 1:04:15 PM

Monster - or, well, I might as well just call him Neil at this point - is pacing in front of a holographic projection, ranting. The audience of associates shifts nervously - at least the characters under my control, anyways. Cassandra is standing at attention, perhaps trying to appear disciplined to make up for her absolute fuck-up with Rin. Tahjin leans against the back wall, glowering at her and paying minimal attention to Monster - at least he hasn't screwed up in organization-related matters yet like she has. Jea just sort of hanger-ons to Tahjin, at least a little uncomfortable around basically everyone else present. The Koopa Bros. are all bunched up and making idle chatter. They're the only relatively relaxed grunts in the room. And Chikujoin-san is essentially huddled against the back wall, as far from the others as possible.

   "This. THIS, is why we operated in the shadows, friends,"    he rasps, pointing a slimy finger at the illusory replication of Set's defeat. His gaze slithers over several fighters in the effort - Goku, Trigo, especially Saitama.    "THIS display of force perfectly encapsulates what we have to worry about should we have been too careless in our endeavors! THIS is why subtlety is paramount! And with RIN out there, total secrecy is no longer probable to maintain! If the wrong errant justice-doer, or the wrong sort of ne'er-do-well finds out about us, we are kaput!"   

He returns to pacing about the room, growling.

   "We need to change our modus operandi. Eliminate our prisoners so there's nothing "human-rights violating" to discover should an unwanted guest intrude upon the premises. Thank Gloomshark for our recent ally, Hypno, for making that feasable. Of course, I intend to bring Hypno into the fold entirely at some point, but as of yet we have more pressing problems than increasing the membership of our little union."   

Slamming a goopy arm into the ground with an impact causes the building to shake, Monster continues.

   "This community has two functions. To serve me, and to serve YOU. My needs are the most... complicated to reliably sate, which is why so much of our activity is structured around it. I'm certain our new friends Rat God and Blixer have grand goals, but I HOPE they aren't completely irreconcilable with our NEED for subtelty."    He jabs a pseudopod at the image of the battle to emphasize the 'need'.

   "Cassandra, Tahjin, and the Koopa Brothers can easily continue to acquire the benefits they signed on for, I'm sure. As can our more independent friend the good Hunter, should he ever make it clear if he desires more. More power... I certainly have more power to spare. Not as much as those abominations of strength pictured, but more power I do indeed have."   

   "Ms. Chikujoin is a... special case, yes?"    Said Chikujoin-san wilts in an incredibly uncharacteristic manner.    "Our first encounter had her unfairly acting out the role of a radical infiltrator and manipulator,"    he says, his voice just every so slightly tinged with menace.    "Quite luckily for us all, our valued friend Green Ninjakoopa voiced his suspicions of her,"    the Koopa in question glances down guiltily at this,    "and her greatest mechanism of threat was taken care of. Despite that rocky start, she has been quite helpful to us since then. Tell us what you desire now, Magane? I don't suppose it aligns with your initially stated motivation of simply 'wanting to have fun' and 'screwing with people, yo'?"   

She wordlessly holds up a cue card emblazoned with a single question mark. Monster shrugs. Magane may very well just be here out of inertia. Whatever, she's been cordial enough with the other members, and an excellent hunter in her own methods despite her... handicap.

   "Jea... Ms. Jea, what is it that you are here for, again? It must have slipped my mind."   

Jea coughs under her breath, before nervously speaking up. "A-as I've said before, sir, I-I'm only here to accompany Tahjin."

   "I see. In that case, I am exceptionally grateful that you have deigned to assist me in my personal endeavors. You honestly must try some of the Blessing, you truly deserve it, you selfless saint. Every other proper community member has. ... And you're still assisting Cassandra with her combat training per her requests?"   

"I-I'm still good without it. S-Sir. And y-yes."

"Ey! She's more our student than yours, ya putz!" Red Ninjakoopa blurts out. "You'll see her as a full-fledged Ninjakoopa in the next month!"

"Okay," Jea whispers while cringing internally. This idiot really doesn't understand what the monster in front of them is. Or at least, what he could do. Her eyes snap to their boss-not-boss, and she takes a moment to calm down upon seeing that he hasn't reacted.

   "... Tsk, tsk. No matter. I'll find a way in which to repay you, friend."   

   "In any case, we will need to take steps to actively curate our public image before unfortunate investigation can do so for us. I don't suppose we could present ourselves as a friendly local guild? A... butcher's guild, perhaps?"    Against her better judgement, Cassandra snorts, while Jea's face twists up.    "A little too on the nose? My apologies. Perhaps we could seek out notable do-gooders nad generate amicable relationships with them. Frame more notable villainous groups for our more uncouth necessary operations. Though that would almost certainly draw their attention as much as it redirects heroes..."    he grumbles.

   "In any case, final statements for the meeting, friends!"    Everyone attending perks up slightly. That means they can almost leave, thank god.    "On your subsequent hunts, remember to utilize the new illusion pendants that were distributed. Make sure to customize your appearance and demeanor wildly to present yourselves as unrelated or independent agents, so that a passerby of happenstance can only fail to assume that your actions relate to a greater community, or at least not ours. We will reconvene tomorow to discuss the exact approach we will take to presenting ourselves in the future, as well as how to accomodate our newest friends' goals here. And of course, how to plug the unfortunate leak of information that is Rin."   

He turns around with a flourish, swiping a hand against the wall and knocking the hallway door open.    "This meeting is adjourned! If you'll excuse me... I think I'll have some Peter for supper."   

Edited by Rbade on Nov 18th 2021 at 1:12:16 AM

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KiriK The Grey Pilgrim from across time and space Since: Mar, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
The Grey Pilgrim
#361354: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:10:16 PM

Somewhere Spooky

Voices of the Damned (Book III Map - Fire Emblem Heroes)

Líf, the undead swordsman, wanders through a dark forest, the burning red light from his eyes being the only sign of his presence.


Hub Centralis

mmmmm, babey

Morgan and the Iron Maiden are presently vibing outside together. The former is shivering, the latter is fine. They would huddle for warmth, but the exterior of the armor got really cold really fast.

"A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to."
ISZATSO The Web-Slinger from Queens Since: Apr, 2020 Relationship Status: All is for my lord
The Web-Slinger
#361355: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:13:20 PM

Somewhere in the wide, expansive deserts of Lourent, a rookie Hunter kneeled, glaring at the cave in the sandstone cliff before her.

She had been sent her with the intent of passing the final trial to deem her a Rider. Besides her was the Pukei-Pukei that she had borrowed, a twelve foot green wyvern that resembled a chameleon in some ways, feather growing along his wings and a beaded, multi-color tail. On her back was a bone bow, and she wore typical leather clothing, minimal in fashion and grandeur but enough to get the job done for now.

Luin nervously scritched the neck of the Pukei-Pukei, Tailwind, as she glared into the dark cavern with a certain tension building in her mind, unable to shake the feeling that something was wrong.

With great power…you know the rest.
Bolded1 Fate, guide me from behind you!!!!!!!! Since: Mar, 2015
Fate, guide me
#361356: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:14:23 PM

Max is wandering outside as well, relishing her earlier defeat of Set by drinking iced tea and pretending to be wasted.

She sees the duo outside and, her social skills boosted, walks at them.

Hey! Are you cold? I could fetch you a cover!

Nautolan picture belongs to Bonesmarinated on twitter
Rbade [PASIO] from Woodstocks Since: May, 2015 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
[PASIO]
#361357: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:25:04 PM

:b:ub :b:entralis

Ami arrives.

"Hm...?"

She seems concerned. Are they hypotherming or something?

Also Ika just sort of trips into the scene. Oop.

"Aghagh! My sea legs!"


Spooky Zone

That sign is quite more than enough to garner notice of things that slither in the dark. Another set of red eyes peer back from the verdant abyss.

...

Monster grins.

   "Greetings, friend."   

Edited by Rbade on Nov 18th 2021 at 5:27:10 AM

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OmegaShadowcry Spooky Scary Boneheaded Man from The Arena Since: Mar, 2013 Relationship Status: Gay for Big Boss
Spooky Scary Boneheaded Man
#361358: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:38:35 PM

Hub Centralis

Someone else arrived, t-posing transmatting onto the scene with a hot drink of some kind in his hands. They seemed to be a young adult — probably not much older than nineteen, if that — with a cybernetic arm, and a very comfy jacket that happened to have a rather... unusual icon emblazoned both on the back, and at much smaller scale on the front.

"Uh... hello!"

"The Stick has sentimental value. It's like an enormous, hideous teddy bear we can kill things with." -rikalous
BoniniBanana Fortunate Sun I from real Since: Aug, 2021 Relationship Status: RelationshipOutOfBoundsException: 1
Fortunate Sun I
#361359: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:46:28 PM

Lourent, cliff

Nick dodge rolls near to the cavern and behind a nearby rock, wand on hand and a small backpack with legs walking behind him.

"Hah, see I don't need a navigator to find adventure." He quietly mutters to himself and immediately ducks upon seeing Luin and the pukei-pukei near the cavern, dragging the backpack with him as its legs shrink.

"If they get their ass kicked, that's my queue to step in and be cool or something..." He focuses at the appearance of the wyvern afterwards, any doubt he had about her changed into confusion. "What the fuck is that thing"

real
zbse Something something smithy from ... Since: Sep, 2014 Relationship Status: You cannot grasp the true form
Something something smithy
#361360: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:53:59 PM

Hub Centralis

real babey hours

A certain soft lady walks onto the scene, one that Ika would most certainly recognize. She seems to be accompanied by the same basket of food she had last foray into the Arena, and she seems to be making a beeline for the group.

Something something Arena.
KiriK The Grey Pilgrim from across time and space Since: Mar, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
The Grey Pilgrim
#361361: Nov 18th 2021 at 5:54:26 PM

   "We are not friends. We just met."   

Líf stares into Monster's... horrible, horrible eyes.

   "I am Líf. Who are you."   


"I have to... withstand it... until we find food."

A mass of metal that radiates literally flesh-melting heat (if you get too close, otherwise it's just nice and toasty) lands on the ground, revealing itself to be a robot - N. "Are you guys cold? I can help with that; I'm so hot it's a genuine threat!"

He chuckles, albeit nervously when he notices Morgan staring at him like he's a bottle of water and she's stranded in the desert.

"... Hm." The Iron Maiden puts a hand on N's shoulder. Aside from a faint sizzling sound, it doesn't seem to be damaging her or her armor at all.

As Josie approaches, so does the demon girl Refia from behind her.

It begins.


Lourent

Marth is here!

Upon noticing the Pukei-Pukei, he runs over. Upon noticing it is accompanied by a human, he sheathes his Falchion.

Edited by KiriK on Nov 18th 2021 at 8:01:03 AM

"A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to."
ISZATSO The Web-Slinger from Queens Since: Apr, 2020 Relationship Status: All is for my lord
The Web-Slinger
#361362: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:01:11 PM

Not even seeing the first of the strangers due to a lack of focus as a result of her overwhelming fear, Luin was clueless that she was not alone.

At least, until the second Stranger appeared out of seemingly nowhere. Her bow clumsily came off her back, as she prepared to nock an arrow and draw it back. Before she even could, however, the man sheathed his own weapon, prompt Luin to do the same, holding her hand out in front of the snarling Pukei-Pukei, silently ordering him to stand down. Though the monster ceased its snarling, it still appeared uneasy, as was Luin.

"And you are..?" The fledgling Rider inquired, caution shining through in her voice.

With great power…you know the rest.
Bolded1 Fate, guide me from behind you!!!!!!!! Since: Mar, 2015
Fate, guide me
#361363: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:03:11 PM

Max contemplates holding up, but her body is too used to the desert heat and so she approaches as well.

Until she notices Ika falling and run up to help her!

Oh no! Let me help you out, weird child!

Nautolan picture belongs to Bonesmarinated on twitter
KiriK The Grey Pilgrim from across time and space Since: Mar, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
The Grey Pilgrim
#361364: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:03:30 PM

"Prince Marth of Altea." He bows to Luin.

"A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to."
BoniniBanana Fortunate Sun I from real Since: Aug, 2021 Relationship Status: RelationshipOutOfBoundsException: 1
Fortunate Sun I
#361365: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:10:13 PM

Nick continues to watch and schemes up a quick plan... Seeing as how both of them are seemingly friendly with one another he comes out of the rock and approaches them in a friendly manner too.

"Sorry for the intrusion but what is this place exactly? I kinda got lost looking for a friend..."

"After this I can ditch their sorry asses before swooping in"

real
Rbade [PASIO] from Woodstocks Since: May, 2015 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
[PASIO]
#361366: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:17:29 PM

Ami's eyes widen in 'oooooh robot!' before she immediately steps into the danger zone.

"AH!"

She leaps out of the danger zone instantly, smoking.

Ika grumbles a bit as Max calls her a kid. She's not wrong, though.

"Mrmgmlb thank you for helping me up..."

She does in fact recognize Josie, happily and instantly forgetting about her fall a moment ago.

"Josie! When did you wash up here?" she says.


   "Many simply refer to me as... Monster,"    he says.    "Please excuse my presumptuousness, then, Líf. You simply seem to be an upstanding fellow."   

He offers a gloopy hand to shake.

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ISZATSO The Web-Slinger from Queens Since: Apr, 2020 Relationship Status: All is for my lord
The Web-Slinger
#361367: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:17:59 PM

"A prince and a lost traveler…I knew today would be interesting, but damn.” Luin raised an eyebrow, figuring he could he could help the lost man after introductions with the Prince, who grabbed her attention. "Luin. I’ve never met royalty before." She confessed, somewhat starstruck, raising her fist to her heart. Although the two likely wouldn’t know, this was a conman form of greeting in her home village, and that much could be inferred from the friendly manner in which she performed it. The woman had never heard of this ‘Altea’ land, but upon hearing the word ‘prince’, visions of grand castles and bustling markets immediately flashed through her mind.

Luin then turned to the other newcomer with an answer. "This would be East Lourent…My village is near here, if you need directions or a guide." She responded, willing to help…at a fee, of course. The Rider had been raised, as pessimistic as it may seem, to rarely do things for free and always take advantage at a chance to gain something from a situation.

Edited by ISZATSO on Nov 18th 2021 at 6:24:27 AM

With great power…you know the rest.
KiriK The Grey Pilgrim from across time and space Since: Mar, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
The Grey Pilgrim
#361368: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:24:52 PM

Líf narrows his eyes, but reaches out a hand for a shake.    "What business do you have with me?"   


"I never knew this world had populated villages," Marth remarks.

He raises a hand to Luin defensively. "No, no, it's fine, really. I've been here for so long I've seen the days when this part of the Arena didn't even exist."

Next, he turns his attention to the cave. "So, is something in there?"

"A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to."
zbse Something something smithy from ... Since: Sep, 2014 Relationship Status: You cannot grasp the true form
Something something smithy
#361369: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:25:17 PM

"Hey Ika! I just arrived and have sandwiches, so what's up and going on." Josie responds with a smile as she holds up the basket and surveys the group of b a b e y.

While she isn't sure what's the situation with everyone else, she's certain she'll find out soon.

Something something Arena.
BoniniBanana Fortunate Sun I from real Since: Aug, 2021 Relationship Status: RelationshipOutOfBoundsException: 1
Fortunate Sun I
#361370: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:25:26 PM

"oooh a royal this is gonna be even better"

"Ah, you can call me Nick... Pleased to meet both of you, Luin, and Prince Marth of Atlea"

He bows a little afterwards.

"Thank you for your directions but I'm an Adventurer seeking well, adventure... And that cave seems like a good start in this place."

Edited by BoniniBanana on Nov 18th 2021 at 10:27:05 PM

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ISZATSO The Web-Slinger from Queens Since: Apr, 2020 Relationship Status: All is for my lord
The Web-Slinger
#361371: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:36:54 PM

Luin simply gave a halfhearted chuckle at nothing in particular, responded to royalty first.

"Our village is…something of an oddity. It’s not quite dependent on this land itself. It’s more like an embassy that people from my world built here…you are familiar with embassies, yes?" Luin loredumped, before addressing the two of them.

"I could certainly use some help, though, if you are an adventurer like you say. Within that cave is…I’m not sure, but it’s surely some kind of beast. And I have to slay it and steal its eggs if I am to prove my place in this world." Luin answered Marth’s question while giving the adventurer some information on what resided within, only realizing how ridiculous her mission here sounded as it came out her mouth.

With great power…you know the rest.
Rbade [PASIO] from Woodstocks Since: May, 2015 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
[PASIO]
#361372: Nov 18th 2021 at 6:44:08 PM

   "No real business, ser Líf. I'm simply extending a greeting to the only other person about these parts as of now."   

Monster puts a hand to his chin, 'thinking'.

   "Might I ask what you are doing out and about?"   

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OmegaShadowcry Spooky Scary Boneheaded Man from The Arena Since: Mar, 2013 Relationship Status: Gay for Big Boss
Spooky Scary Boneheaded Man
#361373: Nov 18th 2021 at 7:22:29 PM

Babey Gang

Victor — that being this lad's name — seemed a little confused by what was going on, but that gave way to an interest in the others.

"... So what's going on?" he said, turning his attention to Refia. He didn't seem to much mind that she was a demonic life-form at all, which might've seemed somewhat odd.

"The Stick has sentimental value. It's like an enormous, hideous teddy bear we can kill things with." -rikalous
KiriK The Grey Pilgrim from across time and space Since: Mar, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
The Grey Pilgrim
#361374: Nov 18th 2021 at 7:37:49 PM

Refia quickly analyzes the situation. Everyone is friendly, robot boy is ouchie hot, mosquito girl looks as fragile as a pure mosquito, Ika and Josie are there, and she's being addressed.

"I'm... not sure," she replies to Victor. "I know two of these people. I guess we're all supposed to be gathering... though I don't know why."

Morgan is now melting in N's presence. NOT literally, but she lowers herself into a squat and shuffles as close as is safe, warming herself like he's a fireplace.

N: "Wow, uh... there's a lot of people here! Maybe we should all introduce ourselves?"

The Iron Maiden nods. "Why don't we make a circle? We can't go indoors with the metal man around, he might cause a fire."


"I... see."

Marth draws the Falchion again, its blade emitting an orange glow that makes it resemble a lightsaber. "If we do not know the nature of this beast, it would be safe to assume it will be hostile on sight."


   "Wanderlust draws me."    Líf leans against a tree.    "My home is a dead world, with nothing to see and nothing to do. It merely exists."   

"A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to."
Rbade [PASIO] from Woodstocks Since: May, 2015 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
[PASIO]
#361375: Nov 18th 2021 at 8:16:04 PM

Ika laughs in a manner which is both derisive and cutely awkward. "Heh, a fire? I can put that out reel easy de-geso. ... How hot is he again?" Ami shows off a fresh burn.

"oh no. mmmmYes please Josie! I hope you have shrimp de-geso!"

They get into the circle.

Ami points at N. It was your idea, you should start by introducing yourself!


Monster closes his eyes pensively.

   "Ah, a shame. I was in a similar situation - the world I had grown to relish for its variety and life is choking on its dying breaths."   

   "As of now, however, I am the impromptu leader of a small community of acquaintances who spend their time assisting each other in their personal errands. Might you be interested in attending, Líf?"   

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