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Post by Infynis on Oct 8, 2017 22:07:42 GMT
Darius grunts in response to Noe's words, casting a scrutinizing glance over him. "Honour is for the dead," he says, his voice low and distasteful. "I met many an honourable warrior on the battlefield. I killed roughly the same number. A fight's no place for rules. You win, or you die."
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Post by drallore on Oct 9, 2017 1:33:57 GMT
Noe smirks
"Oh Darius. This is why I love you. So rugged, so boring, you're always a breath of fresh air. I'm always surrounded with dandies and fashionistas, you can't blame a boy for wanting a change of pace. I look forward to seeing how our philosophies play put on the battlefield."
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Post by eltrou on Oct 9, 2017 2:44:28 GMT
Thankfully, Rafe waved him over when he did find him so that was even more of an excuse to go over there. As he was though, he paused and frowned when Diancie made a second announcement. He didn't need to turn around to feel the determined gazes directed at his back.
Wonderful. The target on his back grew bigger and he wasn't even aware that his own patron was painting it there for him or that Diancie liked to make graves dug in deeper. He was a healer and he didn't do duels or such frivolous nonsense - he patched up the contestants or buried the losers.
With a sigh, he went and plucked a glass from a waiter's tray with a small and apologetic grin before finally getting to where Rafe and his friend are. "There you are. Who's your friend, Rafe?" He asked with a small polite smile while blatantly ignoring the stares still aimed his way.
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Post by ninaether on Oct 9, 2017 3:57:12 GMT
"Hey Raimundo, glad you could come over!" Rafe said with one of the few genuine grins of the night. "This is Felix, we were really close growing up. Don't let the fact that Giratina is lurking over his shoulder bother you though, he's not one of the slimy ones. And Felix, this is Raimundo. He's a great healer and makes sure some of the accident prone smiths make it to work the next day."
Rafe noticed the stares from across the room seemed to stay focused on Raimundo as he made his way over. "Doesn't seem like you buddies over there are too happy that you were picked. You think they'll be going for blood? I was talking to Felix here and it seems like his familia thinks this a burden most of the don't want. As for Raikous, we usually keep things friendly. Usually nothing gets out of control."
Rafe wondered how far his new companions and the challengers would take this new challenge. I didn't sign up to hurt people doing this.
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Post by TheFluorescentDodo on Oct 9, 2017 14:04:28 GMT
Felix's stomach sank just a little as Diance made her announcement. It wasn't because he thought he'd have competition, but rather the exact opposite. Honor wasn't really a thing among the Giratina familia and the other members weren't about to risk their necks merely for the sake of looking good to the other gods and a little treasure. This was confirmed when one of them came over and put his hand on Felix's shoulder. Felix grimaced and shook his head as he walked away. "No, I don't think any of my familia are particularly envious of my position," he said bleakly.
Raimundo had finally made his way over to them and Rafe proceeded to introduce them. He held out his hand for a handshake, accidentally revealing one of the branded shackles of Giratina upon his wrist. Felix hoped he wouldn't notice or at least wouldn't mind. "Yes, I'm sorry if my familia's reputation precedes me. I really am not like them though." Felix then decided to change the subject. "You're a healer then? I know a little bit about the art as well, though I sincerely doubt as much as you. Still it's a good skill to have I think."
Felix then glanced around and noticed that several of Raimundo's and Rafe's familia were indeed eyeing them enviously. "I think we should be fine. Some familia won't even bother, like mine, and others might be too intimidated. As for yours, I'm sure you are more than capable of beating any challengers. Your gods picked you for a reason after all. Though I do wonder exactly what this 'bout' entails? I mean like the rules and stuff. Something to discuss with our gods I'm sure."
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Post by eltrou on Oct 9, 2017 23:28:41 GMT
Well, at least there was one more friendly face who was glad to see him unlike the majority of the burning gazes he could feel from the direction of the Ho-Oh table. It looked like not even Xavier could distract them after Diancie's announcement - what a pity. He supposed the least he could do was extend the same common polite courtesy to this friend of Rafe's.
"A pleasure to meet you, Felix, despite the circumstances or the rather... unfortunate reputation of your familia." He smiled wryly. "Don't worry, I'll only discriminate you based on your personal actions and not that of your boss or your fellow family. It's how I work. It is nice to know that you know a little something about healing as well though."
At the question, Raimundo grimaced a tad. "Ah. Quite a few of my familia are a competitive lot, but only few will really step away from their precious forges to try and go forth with a challenge, especially to delve into a dungeon that milord Ho-Oh only occasionally even paid attention to. Even fewer still would actually attempt to strike a healer, though none of it would ever come to copious amounts of blood spilled or death."
He then shrugged. "But in the end, it does depend on what the challenge to us entails, like you said Felix. Given some of our roles, it might not even be combat." Because lords knew that Ho-Oh definitely did not choose him for combat ability.
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Post by Infynis on Oct 10, 2017 1:54:59 GMT
"Well, the other members of our group certainly don't look to be 'dandies and fashionistas,'" Darius says, looking to the other triad that had formed some distance away. "Perhaps we should go meet them." His statement is meant more as a call to action than a suggestion, despite the ambiguity of the wording. As he finishes the sentence, he starts walking in their direction, trusting Isabella to maintain her place on his arm, and the crowds between the two groups to part before him.
Upon arriving at his destination, Darius says, "Hello boys. Mr. Zauvir," with a nod of his head. "Excited about the news of a tournament?" Despite his apparent dismissal of Felix, he pays particular attention to Giratina's champion, hoping to gain some insight into the specific person behind the reputation.
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Post by seraphflonne on Oct 10, 2017 2:05:58 GMT
Isabella keeps with her husband's gait, no issue there. She sets her glass down on a table along the way over, somehow replacing it with a small, personal fan. She began waving herself, intentionally being a bit obnoxious to try and draw out comments. If everyone knew of her arrogance, they would be easier targets to deal with at the tourney.
Despite her appearance, her eyes were looking over the new meat with curiosity, especially since they would be working together. She didn't want to miss any key details about them, after all. "Darling I know they know our names, but we should still greet ourselves properly, The name is Isabella Devereaux, it's a pleasure"
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Post by ninaether on Oct 10, 2017 2:27:08 GMT
"Sounds like it won't be too brutal then. If things get too heavy, I'm counting on at least one of ya to get me back on my feet." Rafe chuckled. Then he took a long, nervous gulp of from the mug he was holding. As he lowered it, the figure of the one of the most intimidating and respected men he knew was standing before him.
"Darius, I'm glad to see that we'll be going in on this adventure together, sir." Rafe winced at the automatic formality, but at this point he's committed. "And it's a pleasure to be formally introduced to you, Isabella. I'd like you to meet my compatriots here, Mr. Felix Faust and Mr. Raimundo Zauviir. We were just discussing how Raimundo and I seem to have some challengers for our positions."
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Post by drallore on Oct 10, 2017 2:41:57 GMT
And with that, Noe's bestest friend in the whole wide world walked away. Noe considered greeting his new companions, but on the other hand, he could instead try to get a lead on what the test is going to be like. With Noir pinned securely to his side, Noe pushed his way to Diancie
"The party is lovely as always milady. You never fail to impress at social affairs do you? Tonight especially, what with that sudden announcement. I must ask, what sparked such inspiration for a union of troops?"
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Post by Infynis on Oct 11, 2017 1:13:27 GMT
"My wife is of course correct," Darius says. Somehow he gives the impression of straightening his back for his introduction, despite the fact that he already stood with perfect posture. "I am Lord Darius Devereaux, and I am honoured to meet those of you whom I have not before." He completes the statement with a slight inclination of his head.
"Now, you said only the two of you are expecting competition?" he says to Raimundo and Rafe. "I take it that means that god of yours has something planned for you, Mr. Faust."
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Post by Charlie on Oct 11, 2017 3:10:56 GMT
Noe: Diance takes a look at you and smiles, dismissing her current company with a wave of her hand.
"Noe darling, I had a feeling you would come this way. The choice was a mutual one among us divine. After Mew love lost her darling member and we couldn't seem to penetrate the dungeon past fifty two regardless of our best efforts, we decided to combine forces, just to see if its worth it. So of course your job is to bring a sense of flair and pizzazz to this rag tag bunch. Show them the beauty and might of the Diance Familia."
Raimundo: Salvador strides over to your bunch excuses himself into the conversation. "Raimundo if we could have a word, if only momentarily."
Rafe: Looking to the side after a man comes to interrupt the conversation, you see Anter in hushed whispers with other members of your Familia.
Felix: While sipping down the exquisite taste of good wine, unlike the swill around Giritina's place you look back to see your table. Brutus and the others seem to placing bets at your expense. With a nod he winks and gives a hearty laugh before laying down a bag of coin.
Isabella: Carwyn wasted no time rushing over to congratulate you.
"My my you're looking gorgeous as ever tonight lady Isabella. With such a lion at your side you are truly a lioness tonight. I just came over to wish you the best, and to tell you that whispers are sure flying tonight sweety. Rumor has it Traka and Gilda are aiming to see if they can take you down, but you didn't hear that from me." With a twirl he walks off before blowing a kiss back.
Darius: Just as Carwyn wasted no time to approach Isabella, neither did that of young Flint.
"Master Darius I came to give my congratulations on your big honor. I knew that if something of this prestige would arise that surely only you were worthy enough to handle it. I have spent the better half of twenty minutes defending your name to those who think themselves higher. All I can say is don't trust any gifts coming from Traka. He means only the worst for you sir. But I have taken enough time from your new comrades, and my love does fancy a dance soon."
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Post by eltrou on Oct 11, 2017 4:41:06 GMT
Raimundo inclined his head with a nod. "I can do at least that well enough." He pointed out with a wry chuckle.
He then paused and turned to the newcomers when they arrived. He'd definitely heard of Darius Devereaux before, as well as his wife Isabella Devereaux. However, he'd never seen them in person before today and while he'd expected to see them and speak to them eventually after that riveting announcement, he hadn't quite expected it this soon. Still, he wasn't one to stumble on words.
"A pleasure to meet you, Lord Devereaux, Lady Devereuax." He intoned formally with a nod of his head after being introduced. "And I can't say I am. Combat is not part of my usual job description, as lord Ho-Oh had already hinted on during his announcement earlier."
He then continued to listen quietly, but right as he's about to finally speak up once more he spotted the massive visage of his friend Salvador, bulk and towering height making him stand out from the crowd more than his fiery mane. At the request, he nodded. "Of course, Salvador. If you will all excuse me for a moment?"
He then stepped away from the group with Salvador and raised an eyebrow. "What did you need to talk about, Salvador?"
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Post by drallore on Oct 11, 2017 6:39:45 GMT
Noe grew a large smile on his face. He adored admiration from Diancie above all things.
"Well, that of course relies on me being able to beat whoever chooses to oppose me in tomorrows bout. What should I be expecting? Will it be purely combat? Do you think anyone from our familia will be standing up to me? Should I wear the special pink waistcoat?"
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Post by seraphflonne on Oct 11, 2017 9:02:12 GMT
Isabella let out a giggle at young Carwyn, he was always a flatterer. His sister was probably somewhere around here as well. She'd have to make sure to go over and thank him for the information sometime before the night ended. For now, she looked over at her lion, she knew she herself had certainly preened at the compliment, but Darius took a bit more than some flattery to subdue. In fact, Isabella was sure that even she hadn't subdued him, not that she even wanted that. Unlike some she wanted her lion as untame and wild as he always was...that metaphor must have escaped her, but the point remained in her head.
Isabella shook those thought from her mind, where were her manners! She gave a curtsy to the trio just introduced. "Sorry about that, Carwyn distracted me but for a moment and I already forgot myself." She could feel the blush of embarrassment from her faux pas. They were common folk but that certainly didn't excuse her decorum, not in the least. "Our group that we are amassing seems quite varied, It's always amazing to see the various Familia team together, As part of Latios it brings joy in my heart to see such camaraderie among the gods" She directed this towards the whole group, though her tone was rather mixed, like she didn't believe the words she was saying herself, and her face certainly had paled from that blush just a moment ago.
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Post by TheFluorescentDodo on Oct 11, 2017 15:36:55 GMT
Their group continued to grow as the Eon duo made their way over. They were definitely an imposing pair, and, having never been around nobles before, Felix had no idea what the proper etiquette they would expect from him was. He followed suit with the introductions, giving a half-nod/half-bow. "It is an honor to meet you as well, Lord and Lady Devereaux." He then turned his attention to Darius' question. "Giratina always has something planned, though he would never share the details with someone like me. I am not expecting competition namely because the other members of my familia are unlikely to put their necks on the line just for some honor and treasure." It was at that moment that he saw his familia likely placing bets on how long it would be before his body would need to be dragged from the dungeon. His stomach twisted a little at the thought, but he did his best not to let it show.
"Rest assured, however, that I am made from a different cut than them. I actually care about those I consider my ally and am not about to stab you in the back. My business with Giratina is more out of... necessity than devotion to the god himself." Felix almost spoke ill of Giratina and really needed to be more careful. Giratina of course knew how Felix felt about the situation, not that he cared, but still it wasn't wise to berate him when he could very well swoop down upon the group and interject at any moment he felt like it. The thought sent prickles down the back of his neck. Giratina always knew where he was when he wanted to, but unfortunately the process didn't work in reverse. Felix briefly scanned the crowd to see if he could figure out just where the god might be but didn't find him right away.
"Yes, Lady Isabella, I agree," he said, snapping his attention back to the group. He couldn't pinpoint just how sincere her comment really was, but he went with it. "It will be nice getting to work with some new people anyway."
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Post by Charlie on Oct 11, 2017 23:32:28 GMT
Raimundo- Salvador looks down on you and with a boisterous voice;
"I'm very proud of you Raimundo. You have spent years healing our men's burns. While you will be missed by the forges, I can certainly say you deserve it for putting up with it. That's why I wanted to tell you that before your first dive I will personally be crafting you a new shield. I can't have the best healer in Ho-Oh going down without some protection."
Noe- Diance covers her mouth and laughs a bit before responding;
"Dear Noe I do think that as a matter of pride someone will at least stand up, can't say who though. I do believe it will be strictly combat, as we want a good force of strength going in, but I have no doubt you'll be fine. Your technique is as joyous to watch as it is effective."
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Post by Infynis on Oct 12, 2017 0:13:00 GMT
"Thank you, Flint," Darius says to the Latias boy. "This news will be very useful. Now go dance with your girl. Dismissed." Darius knows the boy likes military mannerisms, and so he humours him, as he has proven an asset.
Turning back to the conversation the group is having, Darius contributes, "But our cooperation has now lead to intra-Familia unrest. It seems as though a pair of our members are determined to be a nuisance."
He leans into Isabella then, whispering in her ear, "I will have Bayeux work to hinder them tonight. I believe scare tactics will be quite compatible with a ghost."
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Post by seraphflonne on Oct 12, 2017 1:34:53 GMT
Isabella let's out a giggle, as if she just heard a joke. Which in her opinion it might as well be. They weren't even a threat in her eyes, not worthy of raising too much fuss about. Which was exactly why she gave Darius a small nod after she finished chuckling. If she didn't have to waste time on them, she wasn't going to.
She turned her eyes back towards Felix when she was done with that small matter. "Felix, yes? Quite a smart boy, knowing just how horrible a place you're in, and even if you're lying, you at least know not to paint yourself black. How old were you when Giratina dragged you into his...Familia?" She said it with hesitation, as if she was unsure she should even call it that.
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Post by ninaether on Oct 12, 2017 2:02:59 GMT
Shortly after introducing his mutual friends, Rafe was interrupted by a frequent supply-side customer. "Excuse me for a few minutes, there seems to be some business I need to take care of before tomorrow. I trust you all will get along well!" Rafe said, dismissing himself from his peers. The man was dismayed by the news of his wares not being able being reliably, and quickly.
"Come now, George. We both know that I wont be in there forever. Plus the other runners are just as good at their job as I am. And it's not like I'm -" Rafe noticed just the informant he wanted at a table conspiring with his potential rivals. " - uh.. You know that I - uh. I'm not going to die or anything. I'll be back on your delivery jobs soon enough. However, if you excuse me there's something I need to attend to."
I swear to god, maybe a couple of them, if he's giving them an unfair advantage in intel I'm going to freak out. Rafe took a beeline straight back to the Raikous he previously abandoned, ignoring the craftsmen and merchants trying to flag him down on the way over. "Hey there Anter, any chance we can talk? Preferably without the vultures." He gave his peers a glare and said, "you lot just remember before you do anything stupid tomorrow that I ride a horse. A horse that catches fire."
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