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Post by Charlie on Oct 24, 2017 2:52:48 GMT
You each have successfully defeated those who stand before you. You have proven to not only your appropriate gods, but those who would come to challenge you. You are the chosen, and that is final. But some of the fans and other Familia had missed the bout. They come clammering up to you.
"Wow heard you did great, how was it?"
"Damn man heard you crushed it, tell me about it."
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Post by eltrou on Oct 25, 2017 0:36:32 GMT
Raimundo still wasn't sure if he wanted in on this mess, but he basically locked in his choice and said yes when he was made to participate in the tournament and won it with the help of that surprisingly (or was that unsurprisingly, considering what he knew of nobles) ungentleman-like noble who stole from his target after winning. Now he had to live with this choice... and all of the flocking people that bug him because of it.
"It was fine. I got a few good shots in, but I mainly did support and let my pokemon and my partner do the main heavy-lifting. You know how it is as a doctor on the front-lines." He admitted with a small shrug.
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Post by drallore on Oct 25, 2017 6:34:50 GMT
Noe had returned to his familia's headquarters, where he had set up security to keep out non familia members from flooding the front doors. He had plenty of fans eager to praise him for his victories, alongside plenty of irritated people who disliked the methods he used. Some people just can't appreciate a true gentleman at work. He sipped expensive elder grace tea in the billiard hall, regaling his tales with some of his familia.
"Yes, that Raimundo fellow was a wonderful ally. He saved me at the last minute. I look forward to working for him. Of course, I was able to handle my challenger with nothing but grace and dignity. The man was almost respectable, but then he besmirched my clothes. That's when he sealed his fate."
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Post by ninaether on Oct 26, 2017 1:03:08 GMT
After the last challenger was down for the count, Rafe circled back around to Felix for a high five. "We just kicked some ass," Rafe exclaimed with a giant grin. "Next time, you should try using that crossbow though, I have a feeling it's not just for looks." He glanced back at his two fallen familia members. "I should go make sure that those two are going to be alright. Plus Hasili didn't exactly escape unscathed." With that, he turned around and left his friend to tend to his rivals.
"Man, just wait until I tell Raikou and Hana that you dropped your ax." Rafe laughed directly in the first downed challenger's face. "And you just let your Nidoran go down without helping it, man you are gonna get chewed out. Let's go help the other loser to his feet as well." Rafe got both Raikou challengers on their feet and moving towards the medics that were emerging from the crowd.
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Post by TheFluorescentDodo on Oct 26, 2017 1:44:04 GMT
Felix smiled and returned Rafe's high five as he circled back around. "That we did," he replied, happy that he had manage to help his friend fend off potential rivals from his position. Thankfully none of Darkrai's familia had even considered challenging him, though he was certain there were a bunch in the crowd that had been betting against him. It probably pissed them off that he'd won, but now was not the time to be worried about them. He muttered, more to himself than anybody, "I'm not that great with the crossbow yet..." as Rafe rode off to address his familia. Though Felix had fewer interested fans than probably most of the competitors, he gladly dealt with the few that approached him. Lucky was happily fluttering just above his head before descending down onto Felix's shoulder.
Felix pet the little bird graciously. It was really he who had done most of the work. Sometimes Felix worried that his training and orders to test the limits would be too much for the little guy, but so far he always seemed to keep up with Felix in stride. It wasn't like anyone in the Darkrai familia was going to teach him a different way to train pokemon, but Felix liked to think he knew both Lucky and his own limits. "You took some rather nasty looking hits in that fight, you ok?" The potion had completely fixed the first critical looking wound, but he had yet to address the second also critical looking strike. The way Lucky was acting though, it seemed like he had shrugged it off rather easily.
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Post by seraphflonne on Oct 29, 2017 19:59:41 GMT
Isabella let out a laugh as they left the field, she was sure everyone did fair enough but she knew that her and her husband were the best. "Ohoho, Did you even feel their strike, dear? I never have to worry about getting hit as long as your around, you give me just the amount of time I need to setup my strikes" She let her voice trail to a whisper as it became less about peacocking and more about complimenting her husband. She brought her hand to rest upon his upper arms as she gave him a delighted smirk. "Though I missed the first shot, I made up for it with my constant assault, and my sweet little Morrigan made sure that the little poison rat was ripe for plucking, didn't she?"
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Post by Infynis on Oct 29, 2017 20:14:51 GMT
Darius smiles as Isabella talks. There is a certain artistry to recounting tales of a battle, and she understands it well. His left arm wrapped around her waist, Darius uses his other hand to unbutton the top of his coat, and pulls it and the shirt beneath aside to reveal a small bruise on his collar bone. "I'm surprised there's any mark at all," he says with a laugh, "You'd think the fool had never held a sword before." After pausing for a moment, a light of cruel satisfaction shines from behind Darius' eyes, and he continues, "And he might not again if my last blow severed the tendons in his shoulder."
Darius was certain however, that without Isabella there to do the majority of the damage, the bout would have likely been much more challenging. "But you were truly the star of the show, love," he says to her. "Even without your first attack, your strikes were devastating. I don't know if I've ever seen anything more beautiful."
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Post by Charlie on Nov 1, 2017 2:32:58 GMT
The men eagerly listen to each regaling tale. After each one a hearty laughter or loud cheer erupts from the men, typically with a clink of glasses and a downing of ale.
Diance approaches you Noe as you return back home from the bout.
"I'm proud of you Noe, I knew you would surely win, We had to allow the chance for others simply to ease back the talks of favoritism. You all will be heading out in the morning and I just wanted you to say how proud you will make all of us. Sleep well and know you have my blessing." She leans in and kisses you on the cheek.
Making your way back to your room your brother pounces on your arm. With a big grin he exclaims;
"Good job big brother, I was watching the whole time, you're so freaking strong. I just know you'll knock em dead and get tons of cool loot."
Rafe is met with similar applause as he enters his childhood home. Waiting by the fire is a large dinner prepared by your mother. Your father beaming with a big hand he places on your shoulder and nods appropriately. Rounding the corner of your home you spot Raikou coming forward.
"Quite a show today boy. I knew picking you was a good thing on my end. Your speed and tactics are truly spectacular. Your training has paid off well, and clearly your upbringing was top notch. Tomorrow is the big day, get some rest and be prepared. Ah before I forget.." He tosses you a vial filled with gold liquid.
"For if you go down, it'll put a spark back in your step." With that he bows to your parents and leaves.
Heading back to the forges with your held high, Rai is met with cheers and large fellows patting him on the back, shoulder punches, and head rubs. This dainty elf among them was able to best a warrior of their own. The lesser warrior Tolthe head hung low as everyone cheered. The man leading the libations was none other than Ho-Oh himself.
"Congratulations dear boy. I knew throwing in my medic was a risky move, but that lot needed someone I could trust. I am very proud of you Raimundo, you proved yourself well in the fires of combat, and now you're off to ignite our name in the dungeon after being cooped up in here. I know you'll blaze a name for yourself. Tonight though, tonight we will party like kings. You will accompany me to my private quarters where I have food, drinks, hookah, and women who all wait for their hero. Tonight you bed like a god, and tomorrow you enter the dungeon a champion among men. Come lad, let us rejoice and toast to your future success."
With that Ho-Oh leads you to the golden quarters of the guild hall where a banquet awaits you. Beautiful scantly clad women begin to swarm you and begin to offer you grapes, and drinks. The room quickly fills with smoke and the sound of faint music. The rest, well the rest is a blur.
The wolves howl, and the owls hoot as Felix makes his way back to the guild hall he called home. The men turned to face him as he walked in and to his surprise they cheered. Several of them laughing and patting him on the back. Saying things like, glad you aren't dead or man this cost me some coin. But all is cut short when the prince of chaos himself looks over the balcony and motions you to join him. Up the stairs and into his private study the doors are shut and locked behind you. He flicks his wrist and you recognize the silence spell.
"Good job on your proving Felix. You had me worried for a moment that I had picked the wrong lout for the job, but you proved to me and the others who want you dead that you are capable of being more than a trained slave boy. Now that you have proven such, it is time for me to explain why you were really chosen, and I don't want any spies to betray me. Now before we begin let us remember the debt you owe me and the things that will happen if you are to break your words to me. With that in mind, your mission is simple. I want you to report back to me everything you learn about your fellow party members. Everything they say about their gods, their lives, who they buy their goods from, everything. You are now my informant in this so called alliance. They will trust you no doubt, as you aren't a typical member of my Familia. They will open themselves up to you, and doing so will be their undoing. You are to go in the first floor tomorrow to test yourselves and only the first floor. It can be dangerous for those who aren't coordinated but no so much that a low level party can't handle it. At any point they reveal information make a note, and after each expedition report it back to me. Also if you lie to me boy...lets just say it won't be pretty. That is all, now leave and retire for the night." He waves his hand dismissively and pours himself some drinks before turning his chair to look out into the night.
The lovers are met with a huge party upon their return to the guild hall. Each couple gushing over their teamwork and all powerful defenses. Darius is gushed over for his protection of Isabella and his sturdy nature. Isabella is adored by men for her beauty and grace on the field of battle, while women seem to envy her prowess and elegance. The Eon Duo smile down from the stairs and each one respectively ask the couple to join them in dance, Latios to Isabella, and Latias with Darius. The band strums up and the music picks up pace as they begin to speak with each fluid motion.
"Simply marvelous job today darling. You were truly the obvious choice, the fact that they thought they could take you was beyond me." Latios gleams.
"Sir knight you were truly a shining example of what we stand for today. Your love and partnership clearly was superior to those who came before you and it showed through in that what could be considered a massacre today." Latias says staring up at Darius.
"Rejoice tonight, and represent us like I know you will. For each victory you bring to our Familia, we will reward you equally." They say to their appropriate dance partners.
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Post by drallore on Nov 1, 2017 22:12:01 GMT
Noe gave his brother a look of pure skepticism. He was acting far more adorable than usual. I mean, he was always adorable, but never this flattering
"Noir, while everything you say is correct, you're acting strange. What's your angle?"
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Post by Infynis on Nov 5, 2017 18:08:14 GMT
Darius falls into the motions of the dance easily, having had plenty of practice over the years with Isabella. Latias is somewhat shorter than his wife, strange that a deity would choose such a non-imposing stature, but the difference is inconsequential. As Darius leads the goddess through the steps, he finds it amusing that this supremely powerful, immortal entity acts so much like an ordinary woman. However, on the whole, he had been surprised by the gods when he came to this city; they were much less deific than he had expected.
As he hears Latios begin to praise Isabella, Darius expects much the same from Latias. Her first words though cause him to stiffen somewhat internally. The last person to name him "knight," well, it would not do to think about that in the presence of a telepathic goddess. He quickly shrugs off the emotion, and says in response to his dancing partner's words, "The reputation alone would be enough reason for us to bring you glory, my lady," then continues with a slight smile, "but the rewards will be most welcome as well."
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Post by ninaether on Nov 5, 2017 19:47:18 GMT
Rafe lay down in his bed and stared at the stars. Raikou's potion was on the table, and he wondered what type of help she though he would need down there. He stared at the stars, hopefully not for the last time, and drifted into sleep.
In the morning, he got ready for the day and made sure his pokemon was ready to go for the big day. After a few practice drills, he knew that it was time to go. He said farewell to his parents and gave his younger brother a big hug. He then made his way towards the unknown.
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Post by seraphflonne on Nov 5, 2017 19:58:57 GMT
Isabella let out a chuckle, her feet stepping to the rhythm easily as she danced with Latios. It all came easy to a practiced dancer such as she. "It is quite a conundrum how idiotic they were, maybe they could have had a chance if this were a different Familia, but me and Darius are a perfect match, no one can hope to compete against us together, and even separated we are a fearsome challenge, my precious little Morrigan is also a perfect partner for our team" Isabella dace turned into a slightly devious smirk, taking lead of the dance as she spun Latios in a traditional Waltz fashion. She only let Darius take charge of her path, so even in a dance with a god she would take the lead, Latios was probably too lazy to care, anyways.
She stared into the eyes of Latios for a moment, when he and Latias said their piece together,before her eyes shifted to look at Darius, she would do anything for her love. She would even do it for him alone, but if the offer for rewards was there...she wouldn't mind taking a slice. "I will graciously accept any reward you gift us, Just know I do this for more than just rewards, or even for your blessing, I do this for us, for me and my love" Her eyes came back to stare into Latios' her conviction clear on her face as it became set in a look of pure determination. Isabella is rarely serious, but when she is, it always involves Darius.
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Post by Charlie on Nov 5, 2017 20:10:39 GMT
Noir looked up with a more serious face, melting away his childish nature.
"I just don't trust what is going on brother. When you go with fellow Diance members it made sense, this just seems wrong. What if someone betrays you? I mean for Diance sakes there's a Giritina member with you! I just don't wanna lose the person I enjoy picking on the most."
The twins smile to each other from across the floor and eye both Darius and Isabella respectively, and with a knowing nod they smile back at you.
"Your humble nature and passion for one another is truly a sight and a splendor to have among us. Rest soon loves, go into the night with passion and burn up the morning."
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Post by drallore on Nov 5, 2017 20:19:59 GMT
Noe chuckles to himself. Yes, this was the child he knew and loved.
"It's harrowing isn't it? Working with people outside of your comfort zone? But that's part of being a diver. Adapting to new and scary situations. Furthermore, after spending 13 years with you by my side, I'm no stranger to betrayal~. Your antics are far scarier than any Giritina member. I think you've trained me well enough to work with this lot, have a little faith. Right now however, it's late, and I think it's well past both our bed times."
With that, Noe leads Noir off to his room, and then goes to his own, resting to thoughts of himself at the center of a parade in his honor. Noe liked that dream.
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Post by eltrou on Nov 6, 2017 2:44:49 GMT
Raimundo is kind of floored and confused when Ho-Oh had an all-out party already in swing when he returned, and it got even more confusing when they said that he had his own private party. He didn't get to say much before the booze was thrust upon him along with gorgeous girls straight out of a harem story that got him hot under the collar.
Well, okay then. It was party time. The questions could wait. There was booze and girls to be had! And so, that night passed by in a blur, especially since the liquor was so strong that it made even his head fuzzy, and he occasionally drank actual poisons for fun.
This was also fun, but better fun. It started tame at first, but them....
--Gilligan cut--
After a long night, Raimundo was hiding under the pillows and the bed sheets, trying to keep away from the first rays of sunlight. The strong smell of smoke, booze and other things were hitting him but unlike usual he didn't seem to notice as he tried to hide and stay asleep.
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Post by seraphflonne on Nov 6, 2017 22:04:39 GMT
Isabella easily slides out of Latios' hands and goes over to Darius' side. She took out a small fan, using it as designed as she spoke to her dear husband. "Well, shall we abscond to our quarters for the night, my dear?" She eyed him with passion burning in her eyes, now would be a good a time as any to leave, the gods having given permission themselves.
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Post by Infynis on Nov 7, 2017 3:25:58 GMT
Darius disengages from his own partner with a shallow bow, a polite salutation, and a genuine smile. Wrapping his arms around his wife's svelte waist, he bestows upon her a kiss to match the fire in her eyes, punctuated by the raucous cheers of the observing crowd. "Yes, I think we shall, love," he says when they finally part. There is a special intimacy they share the night after a resounding victory, that he quite looks forward to.
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