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While she was looking for Ren, she spotted none other than Bladen, who waved to her and then came over. Sharing a cart, hmm? Now that sounded like a good idea. ''A winged alliance, hmm? I like the way you think, Bladen. I'm still looking for Ren, actually, but we'll see if we can find him. Thanks for offering! Here's hoping the wastes aren't as scary as they sound...'' getting to know Bladen more was a treat. They hadn't spoken as much as they would have liked, and as one of the only other winged creatures in the group, it would not hurt at all to get to know each other better.

I had thought they would perhaps just write Xander out of the story since they don't use other OC's in the story before but i'm pleasantly surprised he's here. I hope they actually use him here though and don't just have him show up once or twice.

Gabriela was worried. Not for leaving Vaia, but for crossing into the wastes. Exiting Vaia was what it was. It was exciting to see new places, new locales, and taste new food. And any bit of progress out of Vaia would mean a closer proximity to Coteon, to the sirens. Yet, the speech, or rather, warning that was given about the wastes didn't exactly leave much to the imagination. Sapping mana is not good. Gabriela had little in the way of physical strength and relied on her magic to do a lot of things, including fighting. And the wastes would seem to do pretty much anything to sap it away. The very least she could do was to sit close to someone she cared for. Ren, specifically. She looked around for Ren, and saw other people also looking for people to spend the journey with.

Well well, Letizia revealed her true motives earlier than expected. Also nice to see they remember Xander and Bruno.

Honestly haven't thought too much about it! I will probably spare at least one or two votes for my favourite, Katarina, and the rest will be split between other favs I guess.

A hood? Now that's interesting, but knowing Bridgit is a vampire, it made plenty of sense. ''Well, if it's a hood you want, I could help you pick out one. I'd bet she would look absolutely stunning wearing a gorgeous hood, not to mention it would protect her.'' Gabriela then looked around the store and noticed the amount of people there. She also noticed Marina, standing there with Lucille looking, in the siren's eyes, a little nervous. ''On second thought, I might just take you up on that offer.'' she said in a quiet voice, trying not to draw attention from the other shoppers. ''It is a little crowded in here, don't you think? Maybe we should take Shizuka somewhere else to buy something for her or something. I... don't need anything else at the moment, but maybe i'll find something nice anyway. Maybe even a little present for you, Ren.'' She gave him a little wink and a chuckle and waited for his idea, wondering what Shizuka or Ren would like for their birthdays...

Pretty much everything, not gonna lie.. I love Christmas so much. I can't choose one! Though I love the Home Alone movies that always come on TV during Christmas if that counts?

Gabriela looked surprised at the sudden entrance her boyfriend made, but she certainly wasn't unhappy with it. "Ren, Dear!" She gave him a little peck on the cheek, as she felt like she hadn't been able to do so in a while. All this fighting can really be tiring, and it doesn't leave much time for romance, which is... sad, really. Gabriela hoped there would be more time to spend time together later, but for now, this interaction had to suffice. She turned to Marina, who was clearly uncomfortable with the amount of people around. She was going to look for more clothes on her own, which was just as well. She turned back to Ren. "I pretty much have everything I need. I unfortunately don't have time to find clothes for myself, but i'm more than happy to help you out, darling." She stood close to her lover and was clearly elated to be around him.

I'm a big sucker for political intrigue like what's happening in Embla, so this is an instant win in my book. I like all the designs and new characters we've seen so far, and i'm honestly already craving for more. I really hope we get to see more of Embla's royals perhaps, maybe we'll see Veronica's father? And Bruno my sweet please return I would like you to come to my barracks and never look back.

Marina had something picked out that looked actually really cute! The arachnea took it and told them to wait an hour. Meanwhile, Marina asked another question. ''Oh sure, we can find something nice for you! Perhaps if we can't buy it now, we can at least get ideas. And.. no, I don't really think I want anything new right now, haha.... I have a lot of expensive clothing in my bags already, and I should probably save some of it... plus, clothing for me needs to be tailored for my wings, and I don't know if we really have time for that, y'know?'' While she was talking to Marina, another group entered the building. Seilan, Shizuka and.. Lucille. While they weren't antagonistic to each other on a large scale anymore, things were still awkward, and understandably so. They would have to get to know each other better if they wanted to get along more.. but for now, it was best to just give a simple greeting. ''Hello everyone. I hope you find some nice clothes. The tailor here is really talented.''

Actually, Guidance 3 is still only 5* locked, the only units that have it are Legendary Ryoma, Tana and Dancing Olivia. But yeah, it's something that should be demoted, really.

The spider was a bit apprehensive at first, or so it seemed to the Siren. It appears people were often afraid of her. Not too surprising, as Gabriela herself needed a second too to adjust, but well, she has seen a lot of monsters and the shopkeeper was hardly the first arachnid monster she has encountered. ''This is so exciting Rina! I wonder if you have ever been measured for clothes like this... I think a lovely dress, maybe in red or blue, would fit you like a charm! What do you think?''

This obviously doesn't count OCs and other surprises. Shadow Dragon/New Mystery of the Emblem - Elice (Staff Infantry), Horace (Lance Armor, Demote), Hardin (Sword Cavalry), Nyna (Blue Tome Infantry), Arlen (Blue Tome Infantry, GHB) Genealogy of the Holy War - Arthur (Green Tome Infantry), Patty (Colorless Dagger Infantry), Scáthach (Sword Infantry, Demote), Tine (Blue Tome Infantry), Brian (Axe Cavalry, GHB) Thracia 776 - Selphina (Colorless Bow Cavalry), Hicks (Axe Cavalry), Glade (Lance Cavalry, Demote), Amalda (Sword Cavalry), Raydrik (Sword Armor, GHB) Binding Blade - Geese (Axe Infantry), Douglas (Lance Armor), Niime (Red Tome Infantry, Demote), Juno (Sword Flier), Jahn (Red Dragon Infantry, GHB) Blazing Blade - Athos (Red Tome Infantry), Geitz (Axe Infantry), Isadora (Lance Cavalry, Demote), Vaida (Lance Flier), Nergal (Red Tome Infantry, GHB) Sacred Stones - Colm (Colorless Dagger Infantry), Vanessa (Lance Flier), Kyle (Sword Cavalry, Demote), Syrene (Sword Flier), Riev (Blue Tome Infantry, GHB) Radiant Dawn - Nealuchi (Blue Beast Flier), Rafiel (Colorless Beast Infantry Dancer), Janaff (Green Beast Flier, Infantry), Ena (Red Dragon Infantry), Lekain (Blue Tome Infantry, GHB) Awakening - Gregor (Sword Infantry), Miriel (Blue Tome Infantry), Vaike (Axe Infantry, Demote), Noire (Colorless Bow Infantry), Priam (Sword Infantry, GHB) Fates - Hayato (Blue Tome Infantry), Hisame (Sword Infantry), Dwyer (Staff Cavalry, Demote), Scarlet (Axe Flier), Zola (Red Tome Infantry, GHB) Three Houses - Gilbert (Axe Armor), Dorothea (Blue Tome Infantry Dancer), Ashe (Colorless Bow Infantry, Demote), Leonie (Red Bow Cavalry), Monica (Blue Dagger Infantry, GHB) TMS - Touma (Lance Cavalry), Yashiro (Sword Infantry), Barry (Axe Armor, Demote), Maiko (Colorless Dagger Infantry Dancer), Yatsufusa (Red Tome Infantry, GHB) Fallen - Lena (Staff Infantry), Gunter (Blue Dragon Cavalry), Lloyd (Sword Infantry), Rhea (Green Dragon Infantry), Sumeragi (Sword Infantry, GHB) CYL - ??? (No idea)

Gabriela entered the shop, where Marina was already speaking with the shopkeeper, who appeared to be an Arachnea. She seemed a bit nervous, and was for some reason, taking off her jacket, so it was time for an interjection. ''Hello madam. I hope you can help my friend here find something very stylish and special. What would you like, Rina? Some cute clothes for that.. special someone of yours?'' Gabriela gave her a subtle wink, hoping the shopkeeper didn't notice it. Embarrassing Marina wasn't the intention.

It's a shame that Xalrei didn't feel like tagging along. Truth to be told she wasn't all that surprised, but it was a worth a shot to ask, I suppose. Hopefully, Xalrei was alright... While she was pondering though, Marina ran off for their clothes hunt. That's what the siren gets for being lost in thought. She could easily catch up with Marina though, so no problem.. that is, until Bladen came forward with a little query. ''For you, I always have a minute, Bladen. What's up?'' it's when the question about the shield was asked that she noticed that she still had it. It had been there for a while after all, and Gabriela began finally getting used to it's weight, but also that carrying heavy stuff wasn't something sirens would probably be great at. ''Oh, this? Yeah, you can have that, no problem. Do be careful not to get too hurt in there, those wings look too nice to get damaged. I'll be going clothes shopping now, if you don't mind.. Gabriela heads over to 5-8 and hands the Iron Shield to Bladen ''Now, let's enter the clothing shop. Rina sure seems excited to get some beautiful clothes for her... date.''

A Flight on My Mind - A girl's day out? And Marina was the one to suggest as such? It seems there was hope for this girl yet. ''Hello Tenna, hello Xalrei. I'd be delighted to join you if it would please you. Would you be alright with that, Xalrei?'' The siren and the dragonewt had talked a little bit and she seemed cool, but Gabriela was also aware of Xalrei's dislike towards humans. Perhaps having another monster along in the Siren would ease Xalrei into going along with the three of them.

The best part of the journey had finally come. The group had arrived at a town! Fighting has to happen of course, that's why they were there in the first place, but stopping at a retreat to unwind from all the bloodshed was a lot more fun, at least if you had to ask Gabriela. And what else to do in a moment of repose than to catch up with old friends? Since she helped Marina, the siren kept wondering what had become of her. Is she strutting around with more confidence? To find the answer to that question, Gabby strutted over to 6,12. She waved once she got close enough. ''Hey there Rina!'' the siren waved as she shouted. ''What is going on with you?''

I'm on team Ena. Go!

Well snap, I need 4 of each.

The introduction was quickly interrupted by a sudden presence. An Oni? Interesting that one of them should show up. And even more interesting was that she seemed very interesting in Taiyou, though the feeling wasn't mutual. But the name she mentioned was strangely familiar... ''Ouka? Please, release her at once! What are your terms?'' Gabriela tried to calm the situation down, but the panic in her voice was clearly heard by anyone with ears.

Definitely going for Jeorge, Archanea represent.

Gabriela gives her boyfriend a big hug and tender smooch in return. After that difficult battle, it was nice to have someone she loved with her again. This time, he had company too. A friend from their homeland, huh? Well, it would be a shame not to get to know them, in that case. ''Hello, my name is Gabriela, a siren! Charmed, i'm sure!'' Gabriela did a little bow towards the friend in question, whose name was apparently Shizuka. ''If you're going to be with us from now on, I hope we can be friends.''

A hug? There was certainly more going on here. What happened to 'none of her business'? The siren just couldn't help but watch on as the trio talked on. Clearly, something was going on. Perhaps Gabriela could meet the new person as well. If Ren and Ayane hugged her, she must certainly be a nice person, and someone they know. And the other, whose name was.. Taiyou? They didn't quite look as upbeat. Well, curiosity killed the cat, and Gabriela just had to find out what they were discussing. They wouldn't mind, would they? The siren approached Ren. ''Hello Ren. I hope you're alright after that battle.... and that i'm not interrupting anything here.''

If the right one is Nanna, maybe the left could be Diarmuid?

Gabriela quickly found a quiet place to perch on, but after a while, the rest of the army slowly started to flock outside, including Ren. She hadn't really spoken with him since before the battle, and honestly, his wellbeing was the at the top of the siren's mind. She flew (more like floated) down from her perch and approached Ren, only to find not only Ayane, but someone else as well. She was unfamiliar, but she seemed to know Ren and Ayane, and vice versa, from the look of Ren's face and the sound of his voice. Would this be an awkward time to interrupt? Perhaps. So instead of interrupting, Gabriela just stood near and waited for the new girl to be done with her business and talk to Ren after. What they were talking about was none of her business anyway..