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"Hmmm...?" Taka's story was quite heavy handed. Was that true? Üllr found it hard to believe that the past justified the hatred he went through regardless, so these words hardly landed with him as they did with Iris. "I... hm." He didn't know how to put it in words, finding it better to not start an argument right then and there --it's not like he knew the truth any better, anyways. "It's not right to treat us like that because of Lufiria, though..." That was all the protest that came out of him.
As for the bracelet... it was shiny, alright. Üllr could appreciate it, and it was something that Iris suggested. Far be it from him to not go through with it. "I want it... uh, how much is it?" They'd need to find another way to make money at this rate. Stuff was expensive.
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"He... he did." Üllr wasn't sure what to think of the man still, though perhaps it was as fine as Iris was handling it. Still embarrassing that she went and said about how she just got her name... but not in a bad way. "I... don't know if I need anything here." He didn't even know Iris could use these earth tomes before then...! If there are any in this place, apparently.
Despite his feeling that there was little to help him here, Taka mentioned the magical property of some of the acessories in his possession. "Magical... can I see them?
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Ness gave out a soft chuckle at Meri's rebuttal, watching as she turned from protest to joining in on teasing the fairy on short notice. "Alright, sister. I can wait as well... mmm, I'm don't need that meal again just yet. I wouldn't want to overburden your escort knight besides~" With a playful lilt, she sat beside her sister, putting her magic to rest. "I've had some things to think since before the Wastes... Might as well try some traditional relaxation while at it. Maybe it'll help."
Trying his best to ignore the comments, Fyl floated towards a seat next to Meridrys, before Nessraya took the one. "Mm... I-I'll be fine, thank you, Lady Meri. It wouldn't be proper if I, uh..." He shook his head, if only to hide his blushing. "Anyways! I'm pretty light, you don't have to worry about me getting tired."
"Well, I couldn't say no to a chance like this. Better to learn how today's changed fight." Hecate wasn't lying that it was nice data, though perhaps less exciting than learning the current technology level via the average quality of martial weapons and spells... Still. "We already came all the way here. Might as well." Analyzing the cat changed's demeanor belied her anxious disposition... it seemed like there was a bit of disparity between their prowess compared to the hellhound's. Oh well. "Give us a good show, will you?" With a soft, trained smile, Hecate turned to her machine. "Come, Lazuli, let's take a seat."
Taliyah's newfound joy was intoxicating, and how could he blame her? Agni followed the two, full glad that things came to a head so quickly. "Excellent, enjoy yourselves, we're not that wanting for coin." It was a nice idea, he quickly followed over. "We might find some of the others, certainly. Chiaca is not *too* big. You'll get used to the layout soon." It was... nice to be able to speak to Marina on such casual occasions, Agni seldom realized how he missed it. Too many important events demanding her attention, too many hard calls... but none of that today, just reconnecting and strengthening friendships.
Good.
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This man... had seen better days, for sure. Üllr was almost concerned for them as he started rambling near-nonsense. "Uh..." He followed Iris into the store, looking about the place, it was kind of a mess, and reeked of the same smoke as the man's pipe, an affront to the wolf clouded's sense of smell. "Hrgh." Fighting back his urge to walk away, Üllr followed Iris, concerned at how she was quickly overwhelming this unwell man with questions. Who knows what he would do. "Iris, c-calm down, give Taka one question at a time. And... we have to find these books. Uh..." The man pointed at the ceiling, but somehow Üllr doubted that would help them. Guess they should start looking, but, Üllr wasn't exactly the most literate.
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"E-eh? Uh..." Üllr couldn't really fight against her words this deep in, "Y... yeah, I think you're pretty. You're different, but that's not a bad thing. I don't think so." Blushing, the wolf boy continued to carry Iris along town, the attention they no doubt would get from locals was hard to care about when Iris was being this happy. Soon enough they'd walked towards what seemed to be the proper storefrone. More books, definitely more than the past store, and less magical artifacts. "Hello... is, this the bookstore." Üllr called out, still carrying Iris.
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"O-Oh." Üllr was relieved, a long exhale as Sixteen-- no, Iris, embraced the name. "G-good. It's pretty, it suits you." Even he couldn't help a smile at how elated Iris was at the christening. He held onto her tighter --to make sure she didn't fall off, of course. "To... to the book place then. Iris!" It was very pretty, he enjoyed saying it, too. He felt very light, but nothing changed about Iris' weight. Weird... but not bad.
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"Huh..." Called by that number because she was the sixteenth to be made. It made sense in an utilitarian view of things, but it was rather... impersonal, even Üllr could see that. Like she was more a tool to be used than a living being. Not entirely unlike his captivity...
Üllr quickly shook his head, he didn't want anything to do with those memories, they were years past him by now, anyways, and he found someone to trust through it all, even if he passed away. "Hm." But he sort of agreed Sixteen needed an actual name, if not for her sake, then for his. He was likely to make the association with his past now that he knew the truth, and what better way to shed it than casting that name off...
He stopped in his tracks, frowning. "I'm not that good with names..." It was frustrating because he didn't want to name her something equally off and weird, but he wasn't exactly learned. Far from it. How could he think up a name to make her justice? Hmm... What would feel like Sixteen... She was a lot of things, excitable, eager --perhaps too much so--, curious, innocent to a fault... though he wasn't exactly better. She was also a lot of things, a lot of colours, and a lot of monsters, from her own account, and he'd seen enough of how people struggled to process what she was. None of this was her own fault, Sixteen always seemed like a ray of sunshine, and even continued to stand up for him against the knights. She was pretty, she was innocent, she didn't warrant people's fear. She deserved a better name than Sixteen. Something that was unequivocally pretty and evoked nice thoughts, but did he know any? Back in Mura, there were a few...
"Iris." Üllr gulped, hoping it didn't sound weird or offended her. "Does... does that sound like a good name? I think it sounds nice." -
The feeling of claws around his neck made Üllr guarded for a moment, before Sixteen adjusted and became more comfortable climbing his back... she sure liked doing that. "You're, welcome. It's nice to not be alone." Companionship was appreciated, especially after the stressful bout with the Altair Knights. "Weird? Different? I don't know... Sixteen is just Sixteen." He had no frame of reference to say these things with confidence. Sixteen was very excitable, true, but that didn't seem out of place.
"I'm not a mount." Üllr's protest was short, carrying the girl onward nonetheless. One question did pop up, still, as he thought to words just exchanged. "...Why is your name Sixteen?"
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"Eh... ah, alright." Üllr did not anticipate how eager Sixteen would be, even, if she lacked the strength to move him. "Right, we should get something cool for you too." Thinking on her behavior let Üllr make a conection, she must have wanted something special after seeing what he bought in the weaponsmith as well.
"We'll be leaving then, thanks." A brief acknowledgment to the lizard man, and Üllr was off with bookstore in mind. "Hmmm... shouldn't be too far if it sells similar things... I think." Sixteen would probably want him leading the way again.
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"Hmm... so you have simpler stuff. I had no idea Dark magic was harder to come back. Why is that?" Üllr was pretty unlearned as far as magic went, shaking his head as his thoughts tried to make sense of the magic differences. Why was other magic called anima?
"You are part a lot of things, Sixteen." Even without all that much tact, Üllr wondered if that wasn't a lot to say to a shopkeeper, but refrained from comment. "I didn't know all that." Now he did. "Well... if the bookstore is where other dark magic is, I'll take you."
The shopkeep tried to get them to give the wares a second look, but Üllr was reluctant. "Sorry... I'm not a mage, I don't know what these things do."
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"Ah... hi." Üllr studied the lizard-like shopkeep, firstly paying attention to his height and mannerisms. "Uh... it's for her. Dark magic. What do you sell here?" Quick and to the point, though it wasn't his field of expertise at all, Sixteen would do better taking the lead here, in Üllr's mind, and thus he turned his attention to her. "It's 'dark magic', right?"
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"Huh...?" Now that had been unexpected, making Üllr flinch a little. He... didn't know how to react to that comment at all. "I... I'm not cute." He grumbled, protesting it, as he took her hand, leading her. "We didn't ask, but if we haven't seen it yet, then maybe further." He was at least paying attention to the building they came across, looking through the road as they crossed... soon enough they arrived to a place that seemed pretty suspicious. With a cattish motif and tomes on display. "Hmm. Is that it?" Hesitating for a moment, Üllr guided Sixteen towards the store, beckoning to what reception there was. "Hi... do you sell magic here?"
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"Huh? Yeah--" Üllr wasn't surprised by Sixteen's sudden excitement, though the shift from curious to hyper was still sudden, and he found himself being tugged slowly towards the exit. "Heh, that's the point. Let's find what they have to sell." Smirking, Üllr picked the pace and followed Sixteen. "Thanks for the weapons." With a final acknowledgement and wave to Armin, Üllr and Sixteen left the shop.
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"Arena? Hm. I see..." Üllr wasn't lacking for options if he followed Balsa's advice, and saw the man return to his work with a quick nod, taking the weapons onto his possession. At least gauntlets and the like were fairly easy to carry around. "Thanks, you two."
With his business done, Üllr's attention quickly shifted to his purchases, whether he thought to put in a good word for Balsa would be a matter of his future self's presence of mind. "Want to check magic, Sixteen? I want to see the arena, but we stop there first if you want." He at least had enough presence of mind for Sixteen's interests, though.
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"Hmm..." A discount seemed like a no-brainer, although, despite the offer of a better replacement, Üllr still picked comfort use over the biggest value, "I'll get the iron one, that's what I was using before. And the throwing rings. I'll try to learn how they work." He nodded, placing his money on the counter.
Üllr buys the chakram and iron knuckles.
Looking back to Balsa and sixteen again, Üllr couldn't help cracking a faint smile. "We do fight well together. Had to learn last fight. Numbers matter." Finally having paid, he could barely contain his curiosity on the chakram. "Is there a way to test them out?"
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"Mhm." It didn't take a genius to know that the big man was judging what kind of fighter he was, but Üllr didn't have to worry himself overmuch. "I fight to live. And to help, now." He wasn't that good with words, but surely Balsa understood what he meant. "If I can hold them, I'll try to learn. Not all enemies will let me fight up close, it would help to have another way to deal with them." He returned Balsa's comments about Sixteen with a slight smile, "Thank you." He hadn't stopped to think much of it, but it was nice to have a friend. That was a good reminder.
When Armin returned with the weapon, Üllr leaned over the counter to get a good look at the rings. "Huh. So I throw those." They seemed big enough to handle, and he could understand the benefit of throwing something sharp like that. "Hmm... yeah. I will try. If these are good weapons, I'll learn to fight with them." He was committed to it, no hesitation in their effectiveness --this man seemed like he knew what he was doing. "700..."
Sixteen was bubbly and ecstatic as can be, digging through her own payment to offer the blacksmith. "I think I can buy it, Sixteen. We still have to see magic for you, right?" The concept of spending money, as far as scale went, was lost on Üllr, but he still had it in mind that they had more to buy, probably. "How much are some knuckles?" It seemed fairly affordable... even if it was half of his payment.
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Üllr stared at the huge man, the clouded named Balsa, noticing his scars and horn. An imposing figure, to be sure. Üllr could only wonder what he was looking for in sizing him up. "Yes. I'm a fighter. Mercenary now. Used to get by with what I could. Not many places friendly to Clouded." He continued, staring the man in the eye. "I tried a gauntlet, it felt good. Don't want to scratch tough armor with my claws if I have to worry about that now. I saw you had throwing weapons too. How hard are they to use?"
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"And what if I felt like treating myself to a simpler pleasure from time to time~?" Nessraya smirked at her sister's remark, "It's no sin to treat my body to a different type of nourishment, after all." And in truth, it hadn't been enough at all. With Asami finding a squeeze, Thesephine in a new relationship, and Amera... moving on, it just left Nashwa, and a couple failed relationships to ruin Nessraya's mood.
Fyl, for his part, was taken a bit off-guard by Meridrys's teasing, a moment of panic as the thought he had been too familiar with her crossed the mind. "Ah... uh... Hm. Y-yeah. I guess I should be fine. Yeah? Haha..." Clearing his throat, the fairy tried again. "Sorry! It's just, the general reputation precedes her, so I guess things finally hit me, uh... you're probably right."
"My reputation, huh...?" Ness interjected, wanting to dig out a bit more from Fyl's remarks.
"Y-Yeah! Rising to the rank of general at such a young age, and being so apt with magic. A lot of mages hold you in high regard, Gene-- Ah... Lady Ness? Nessy? Uh..." Despite the fumbling, Fyl's explanation brought a more genuine chuckle tp Ness.
"Ness is fine, not Nessy. Not unless you want to help me replenish my reserves in the future~. Ah, but I should leave you for sis, shouldn't I?" Nessraya continued teasing the fairy, followed by a wink.
"Ah--Uh-- Mrr!" Fyl was cornered and blushing, the poor fairy not used used to being on the receiving end of pranks and teases. "Well! Well, alright, Ness it is." Pouting, he crossed his arms, turning to the receptionist line before more openings provided themselves, looking at Lavinia and Jade. "Haaah~ S-sorry for the commotion. I hope you two have a great time --I can vouch for this establishment!"
"Hehe~" Following along in her amusement, Ness waved back to Lavinia.
"I see... thank you. Mister. I'll be watching for now." So it was a facility for martial training. Hecate was slightly curious is battlemages used it, though it appeared unlikely. If they provided live weapons, she could figure out the average technology and martial prowess in one go, but it now only seemed the latter, which was still fine. "Hmm... maybe I should take up your offer to get used to moving again, Lazuli. Still..." And in her musings, the catlike Changed under Thesephine crossed paths, having entered the establishment for its more proper purpose, Hecate gathered. "Ah, hello."
Slowly turned around, Hecate sized up Amera and her Changed companion with her doll-like eyes, making the slightest smile out of necessity. "I wanted to see how people fight these days. I can't say it was ever my area of expertise, though I knew a few masters." Some that were too foolish and proud, some that were too dangerous... Arts that will never see the light of day again.
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"Hmm... okay." He wanted something simple, iron knuckles seemed good enough, but now that Armin mentioned the throwing things, Üllr's curiosity was piqued. He wondered what would it take to prove said man he was worthy. A way to deal with mages and archers more conveniently would be handy.
"Eh...?" While waiting, Sixteen had taken some interest in his claws, touching with her own. Hers weren't much smaller, comparatively... but he could see now that all that 'armor' would make her struggle with wielding even a gauntlet. "Hmm... it's a bit tight, but it still fits, I just need big knuckles, like that guy, Cinaed." Üllr kept examining Sixteen's claws, touching back to feel her own scaley texture. "I don't close my hand fully. Have to be careful with claws. It's still strong, though. Faster than clawing." At least in some sense, the slight unwieldiness would be made up by the weight of his punches.
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"Taliyah..." Agni was pleasantly surprised at the lizard's conviction, even if her self-doubt came back at the end of her speech. He smiled softly, pleased with the development, and Marina's response. "You're both wonderful women with hearts to do good. Don't let the challenges we face stop you from realizing that." Agni was almost tempted to come closer, but he knew best than to disturb the mood.
"The hard choices you made were also for the consequences of those that came before, not just your own actions. It won't do anyone good to keep blaming themselves for the world." The comment was more pointedly directed at Marina, though not short of useful for Taliyah. That one had to make peace with her father's legacy, as Agni saw it. "...If you need me, I'll be going ahead to the Inn."
Agni really felt like he'd overspeak if he remained. A testament to how he felt about both women.
Oh. So Ariana and Ayane were a thing. This Taiyou did not know, as evident in her wide-eyed expression at the kiss. On top of that, there went Mae, throwing a suggestion that either Taiyou herself or Ayane lead the way, making the former feel like a deer in headlights.
"H-hold on, Mae, I--" Taiyou wouldn't struggle with the concept much, thanks to Ayane leading the way without as much as waiting for an answer. Thankful as Taiyou was, she wasn't one to voice it, motioning Mae to follow along with the couple. "Right, where to?"
"Spar for Sport, hmm..." Hecate lingered on the tacky name, face free of any expression. "With how this city seems jovial with its business names. You'd think these were times of peace." Quips like these were almost coming naturally, perhaps she was a natural at this once, or group's general dejection was simply stirring the cynic in her. For what it was worth, analyzing modern day culture was enough to entertain Hecate in this aimless excursion around town. She walked slowly into the building, noting how her feet rang in proper floor. Lighter steps would be needed to avoid further attention, and so she adjusted. It seemed like a softer compound than her time was the basis of the foundation. Not that back then would fare much better against the alloys she refined in her temporal cage.
Quickly analyzing an attendant, Hecate made her way to what she assumed was the reception counter, with Lazuli in tow. "Good day. I'm curious to see how people fight for sport around these parts. Are there any special rules?"
"Oh, I absolutely will if you would, Lady Meri. I've been around these parts. I don't suggest the parlor on a whim~." With a childish smirk and a flutter of the wings, Fyl led his escort towards the Relaxing Willow, "I hate being stuck for days on a wagon, but flying around at the Wastes isn't something I could do for long." He seemed quite glad at the chance to stretch his wings figuratively, and arms, literally. "Hnnn..."
Arriving at the establishment, Fyl spent no time greeting the receptionist. "Heeeellooooo~ Long time no see!" Waving as he floated in, Fyl gave a quick turn-around to mind his escort. "Ah! They have a variety of services, you should ask for options!"
"Ah..." And a voice came from behind them, no less strange to Meridrys, as it was her own big sister. "Came here to take a break too, sis?" Though she was definitely in better shape than the elf as far as magic reserves went, Ness still seemed wanting for some relaxation. "Hope my plan didn't drain you too much. And this is..."
"G-G-General!" Fyl seemed quite in shock for being addressed, flinching as Nessraya's gaze fell on him. "I'm Fyl --er, Captain Saluria, of the fifth reconnaissance division!"
"...Right. At ease, please. You're with sis."
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"Armin. I'll remember that. We are travelers. Just got here." Üllr wasn't that acquainted with most other clouded types, gaze spending a bit to study Armin's features. "Mmm, don't you use magic, Sixteen?" Her claws were more unwieldy than his by far, but Üllr was pretty confident she didn't need a weapon as well. "Weapons take time to get used to, gauntlets are easier, but I don't think they fit your hands." Maybe daggers, but Üllr agreed with the blacksmith on the sharpness of Sixteen's claws already.
"I wanted to see gauntlets. I borrowed one and it felt good to use." With few more words to add, Üllr walked towards the counter, standing beside Sixteen.
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"Ah..." It was amusing that Sixteen nearly tripped on herself trying to pick him up., even if she was very comfortable just... using him as a ride. It probably wasn't a big deal. "Okay..."
Keeping her balanced with little effort, Üllr scanned the main street for any useful places. As one place struck Üllr's fancy, he did notnwait to look further. "Hmm? That's a shop? We'll check." Saying little, he dragged Sixteen along.
...It was pretty standard, despite Üllr's unfamiliarity, to a blacksmith's. They seemed to focus on standard weapons, and the handler seemed to be a Clouded as well, which was... a comforting feeling. "Hello... do you sell weapons here?" Üllr greeted, wanting to be sure as he walked in.
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"It... it is. A city." Üllr didn't have an initial positive response to seeing Cerezia, apprehensive from how bad his previous experiences in human settlements were. Still, this time he had employers, humans and other clouded with him to share the burden. Certainly it would be... tolerated, if he had Tio's name to protect. "We can go in.This is bigger than the last place, Sixteen. We could look around." She seemed quite clingy as of not, but Üllr didn't mind.
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"Hmm..." Üllr didn't have much to go on, Versaris seemed just as stumped on the tooic. Sixteen, on the other hand, offered sone guesses, weird as they were. "Just started cutting down, after using you?" He clenched his fist.
"Bad guy. Not worth the trouble." Üllr seemed content is his statement, crossing his arms. "Be careful with him. I'll be careful too." It seemed like versaris was quite overwhelned as well. Ignorance counted as bliss, in this case.
Hero, Don't Kill The Demon King! Chapter 2: What Once Was is Once More
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Well, well, Mae had been quick to give up the details on this fox. A quick lead if anything, far lucrative for a leisure walk. "Huh. Good job." Ayane planned to keep the fox in their company, though sparing the town the commotion of arms, a likely wise choise.
"A free drink? You're too kind, Lady Ayane." For Taiyou, she'd do her part buttering up the fox, taking a seat next to the two... leaving room for Mae to join, if she wished.
"Mm, you'd give up your little bodyguard so readily, sister? I'm not particularly lacking, but I might just take the offer if it comes from you." Smiling to herself, Nessraya kept the teasing comments, matching the leisure she wanted to experience. "Ah, but yes, the full body treatment as well." Turning to their receptionist, Nessraya followed along her sister's steps. "Let's."
"P-please, you two... haah..." With an exasperated sigh, Fyl followed along. "Yes, yes... Good to be here again, a full body massage for each."
They were certainly not lacking in choice in Chiaca. Agni spotted a storefront of interest to him in passing, though for now the girls were the priority.
"Hm?" It wasn't very hard to see that interacting with the others was a bit much for Marina right now, and she was by no means alone --between her and Taliyah, Agni almost felt like he'd have to take the front should Lucille and the others approach. "A fortune, huh? Can't say I've taken much stock on those in the past." For a moment, Agni crossed his arms. "I'm quite curious what they have to say of you, Marina. Either they will give up their charade if a fake... or something interesting is bound to be said." Why not? If the establishment name was anything to go by, it wouldn't weigh on their coffers either.
"How about it, Taliyah? Want your fortune told?"