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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 15:48:19 GMT
(Squall and Rinoa) You've got Selphie right on tee, Azul, keep it up XD
Squall had to admit he was a little curious as to how 'Zack' fought with a sword of that size, so gamely unholstered his gunblade and signaled Rinoa to get her blaster edge ready...there was no way he'd let her anywhere dangerous without some sort of defence (bar himself of course.)
"Fine." he said, "lets go," setting a foot out onto one of the platforms, he reached back for Rinoa's hand and gripped it tightly as she nervously hopped on behind him.
"You sure these things are safe?" She whispered softly, and he gave her hand a reassuring squeeze.
"You'll be fine, I'll protect you." he murmured back to her, then took another step.
--------------- (Zidane)
"Hey!" The energetic Genome called as he peered into the distance from a branch of the tree, which he'd beeen attemtping to climb despite looks of scorn and malice from Kudja...some 'brother' he was. "I think I see someone!!"
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Balthier landed with a thud, on something that was softer than ground but harder that your average cushion...and curiously enough let out a whine while scattering what looked like playing cards across the floor, if that was an apt name for it.
Just playing around here, if Ink objects to me body slamming her bad-guy I can write this out, but I thought it might be a cool interaction. Whoever said Balthier had to be on the Heroes side at first?
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Post by Ink on Sept 12, 2007 16:45:43 GMT
No problem at all.
Could the day possible get any worse? He did not mind that bits and pieces of the world had disappeard, though he had been slightly shocked when he discovered the fact, or that all annoying creatures living there was gone with it. Well, nearly all. He was still there, after all, so others could be as well for all he knew. Nothing of this bothered him, he was never very fond of them anyway.
No, what really bothered him was the fact that his things were gone. He did not really know where he were either, and - His train of thoughts was never completed, as something, feeling suspiciously much like a someone (I have no idea how I should phrase that) slammed hard into him, made him fall to the ground face first, with said someone on top. His cards scattered all over the ground, and he let out a small whimper when the pain sneaked its way over his back and shoulders.
"Get off me!"
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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 16:55:45 GMT
Balthier Cool XD and a picture of your character would be very awesome."Oh, it talks..." Balthier announced as he stood, wondering just how much more abuse his shirt could take in the day. The pirate cast his gaze around the scattered cards by their feet as he dusted himself off, and then looked up as the figure righted itself, "So who exactly would you be?" he demanded with a subtle flex of the fingers by the handle of his gun. ------------ (Squall and Rinoa)It seemed that the tree their ragtag party were approaching was far larger than Squall had estimated, in fact it was probably larger than the whole Garden. "Wow, it's pretty big, huh?" Rinoa observed as the mist surrounding the great trunk began to fade and the twists and knurls of the thing became clearer. "I wonder if there's anyone on it?" Um, is Daze here? Cause he kinda yoinked Kudja and I kinda put him on the tree with Zidane, Kuji is likely to be the first person they meet if he's going to show his face *hint*
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Post by Ink on Sept 12, 2007 17:17:58 GMT
He scrambled to his feet, looked the idiot, the heavy idiot, over. Who was that little piece of filth to demand him to identify himself, especially after nearly breaking his back and crushing every bone in his body? "What is that to you?" he sneered, before he spotted the gun. He blinked. It was a dangerous looking gun, indeed. Laughing nervously, he took a step back from the man. "Ahhahaa.. My name is Treyia." he said quicly, still eying the weapon. Here is a picture: greymud.deviantart.com/art/The-cards-are-in-my-favour-now-64729212 I'm not an artist, mind you, so its not very good. And I dont like it, e look too much like Kadaj.
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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 17:23:54 GMT
Balthier quirked an eyebrow...the kid had a bit of substance, but like all 'good children' he responded well to intimidation.
"Smashing," he quaffed offhandedly before relaxing a little, this 'Treyia' didn't seem to be much of a threat, "so would you happen to know where we are?"
oh and yarg link doesn't work
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Post by Ink on Sept 12, 2007 17:42:31 GMT
It doesn't? It works for me... strange. Are you sure? Edit: I changed the link, so now it should work.
He cleared his throat, forced his gaze away from the gun when he bent down to pick up his cards. He was not fond of violence. Well, he was, but not if it was aimed against himself. And ending up with a bullet ripping through his body was not top priority on his Things-that-will-make-a-day-pleasant list.
"Hrm... no, I don't really. But I have to say I recognize the place vaguely." Blinking again, he looked curiously at the man. "What, pray tell, is your name? And how did you end up falling from... where ever it was you fell from?"
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Post by ladyvaltaya on Sept 12, 2007 17:58:27 GMT
Zack looked around at the gigantic tree and grinned.
"You know, considering how many islands are floating in midair all around us, this really doesn't seem all that weird to me."
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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 18:03:56 GMT
Its because it's your user, we can't see your album because of internets = gay. Perhaps if you put it in as a thumbnail? They're only small and won't break up the thread (Balthier)
"I'd be the leading man," Balthier replied smugly, "although I suppose Balthier will do...I... was pushed off the edge of Rabanastre, a leading man does not fall, I might add." He lied through the back of his teeth while spinning a full circle to take in the surroundings, then set off in no paticular direction at a somewhat leisurely pace.
"Are you coming?" He called back to Treiya teasingly, "Don't want me mistaking you for a fiend now, do we?"
------------------------- (Squall and Rinoa)
"I suppose not," Rinoa concurred brightly, having gained her confidance on the platforms and even managed to let go of Squall, "Then again the time compression...that's what the sorcress Ultimacea did to try and dominate our world by the way...was pretty weird too. Didn't you meet yourself, Squall?" The commander nodded his head a fraction, but didn't give a worded answer.
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Post by Ink on Sept 12, 2007 18:15:17 GMT
"Oh is that so..." he answered, eyes narrowing slightly. "Very well then, Balthier, I suppose you just floated down from that edge of yours, and still you managed to hit me hard enough to nearly break my back." His voice was thick of sarcasm, something he would never do if it could put him in danger. But that only applied in normal circumstances, and this sure as hell wasn't one. Besides, this man, this Balthier, did not appear as frightening now. Or maybe he was just getting braver?
"Fine, you lead the way, then I don't have to face any possible dangers first, since you'll be the one walking into them."
Now it's a link to my deviantART, so this should work, dammit!
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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 18:26:31 GMT
gottit now guys, ta XD koolio for Treiya
(Balthier)
"You'd do better to watch that mouth of yours," Balthier announced dryly, "As a leading man I'm not technically in need of a sidekick, and I only just managed to get rid of the last apprentice..." He thought of Vaan and wondered if he and his girl had even noticed he'd gone, but no matter, perhaps this place would boast a fuller bounty.
"Your life is rather expendable, Treiya," He continued menacingly, with a hint of satire and just a sprinkling of scorn, "and I also doubt those cards stand up to pistol shot very well."
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Post by Ink on Sept 12, 2007 18:51:46 GMT
Balthier's words sent flames of rage through his thin body, his previous fear completely vanished. Who did he think he was, this b*****d, literally dropping out of the clear sky, claiming leadership and bossing him around like he was some kind of helpless puppy? "Sidekick? Apprentice? Expendable!?"
He quickly walked closer, eyes burning.
"I, my friend, am not a sidekick, much less your sidekick. My cards will not protect me from those bullets of yours, I'll give you that, and I'll be very displeased would you ever harm them in any way. But," he snarled, jabbing a slender finger forcefully into Balthier's chest, "you'll find it hard to boss me around. I can fight, you arrogant piece of filth, though I do realize it may be a bit hard to believe by my gorgeous looks."
He took a deep breath, tried to calm himself. Maybe he did not have a weapon as dangerous as Balthier's, but he had his fists and a remarcable speed. True, he mostly used that speed when running away, but he could hold out in a fight if he wanted to. Maybe.
"What I'm saying, Balthier, is that if you want me to follow you - and I do think you want that, or you would probably just ignore my existance - you stop acting like my surperior right now. It's not working, you see."
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Post by Azul Eyes on Sept 12, 2007 19:04:44 GMT
(Selphie)
Selphie examined the tree cautiously, her eyes narrowed. "Well, lets go!" she said finally, grinning at everyone else. As everyone started walking, she grabbed Squall's arm.
"Squall," the green-eyed young woman whispered, "this isn't normal. Something's up. What if it is another sorceress?" She fingered her weapon nervously. "Without the whole gang here, we can't be certain we'll beat her," Selphie muttered looking unusually serious.
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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 19:19:54 GMT
(Balthier)
Balthier quirked an eyebrow up his brow and grinned ever-so subtly at Treiya...he had to admit it, the boy had a lot more...oh 'whatever it was' than Vaan, and probably double the vocabulary.
He also had a pretty good insight...this kid was smart, and although he had the cheek to call himself good-looking, and yours truly as a piece of 'arrogant filth' Balthier could tell he'd benefit from Treyia's comapany.
He tipped his head a little to the side and cooly said, "Touche," then raised a hand to trace along the curve of a sideburn, a habit he adopted when in thought, "I may've overstepped the mark there, Treyia. My apologies for it. Your life and your precious cards with it are safe."
Then as a jagged form began to rise out of the space in front of them, emitting a fearful scream that clawed at every bone in his body, Balthier cocked his gun without hesitation and fired just as the thing lept towards Treyia. He hit it mid air and the monster fell back to the floor in a slimy mess, odd colours and items beginning to emerge in it.
"I'd even go so far as to say I'd protect it." The pirate added as the boy stood frozen to the spot beside him.
------------------ (Squall and Rinoa)
Although he may not have always shown it, Squall Leonhart did care deeply for all his friends...in fact he was beginning to seriously worry about Zell...what'd happened to the over-reactionary fool?
But 'leadership' skills didn't involve assuring your terrified friend's fears. "Don't worry," he said convincingly, "we have Zack and Aerith, right? They can help out until we find the others..."
He said 'until', but something in his mind suggested that the word 'if' might be more apropriate...
---------------- (Zidane)
Hung by his tail from a branch, Zidane spotted the figures approaching the foot of the Lifa Tree before they could spot him.
"Great!" he cheered to himself and began to jump down in leaps that even Freya would be proud of. "People! Pehaps they know what's going on..."
In the back of his mind Zidane wanted to know if they were from Gaia or Terra. If he could find a way back...when he found a way back...he had to find Dagger. He hadn't seen her since the final battle and he wanted to ask her about a million things...
"HEY!" he began to yell on his athletic bouncing from branch to branch, "HEYYYY!!! UP HERE!!!!"
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Post by Ink on Sept 12, 2007 19:40:31 GMT
The colour returned to his face as soon as the monster hit the ground, and he let out a nervous breath as he examined it. From a distance, of course. He had never seen such a creature, and that fact alone was enough to scare him shitless. He would not say so, of course, not now, when his new... ah, companion, had apologized. It was quite obvious that he had been scared, though, he knew that. Damn.
Clearing his throat, he nodded. "I guess... that's fine with me. I do know my limits, and somehow I doubt that a kick would take down something like... like that!"
He looked back at the dead monster, a slight sneer on his young face. Now it was not as frightening as disgusting.
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Post by fearandloathing on Sept 12, 2007 19:58:43 GMT
(Balthier) The rapidly liquifying corpse of the monster at his feet, Balthier grinned once more at Treyia in his attempts not to look scared...the pirate was already beginning to fide the boy's strain of obsessed narcissium amusing.
However something then closed an iron fist around the pirates proverbial neck, because from within the carccus of the monster items began to reveal themselves, there was some gil, a man's sandal, a sad looking piece of white cloth...and to his utter horror, a small rectangle of colored fabric slid towards his feet. One not dissimilar to a certain cooking impliment that was commonly to be found on the chest of a certain compainion of his...
"What in gods!?" Balthier cried, losing all his restrainst and quickly thrusting a hand towards the slip, then closing his fingers around it and ripping it from the snow-white mucus, much to the distain of Treyia - who was caught by the splatter.
Holding the thing close to his face, regardless of the odd liquid that was now running down his arms, Balthier tried to reason why the potholder/acessory of Captain Basch Von Rosenberg might be inside such a creature. But his horror only worsened when the draining of the liquid showed the corpse to contain sure aspects of a Hume skeleton, bolstered onto the frame of the depraved monster...
Um, I don't know where this came from? I just had this totally random idea about the people that didn't make it being twisted into fiends, with items of theirs in the goo (they're kinda gooey) that identify them. When the day is saved they'd all totally come back, but it's sorta an explanation (not a very nice one, but one nonetheless) as to what happens to the people who don't make it.
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