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Tournament of Desires Round 1 Match 2
CALLING LUX TENEBRIS, AITOME KORICHI, GAMMA AND BARTZ.
PLEASE ENTER THE ARENA THROUGH YOUR RESPECTIVE WAITING CHAMBERS.
(The Colosseum is open! Feel free to join others in the stands as this battle unfolds!)
*Gamma walks into the waiting room with a sigh*
It's finally starting. Took long enough.
* he walks into his chamber* Well, looks like it's my turn now! Wow! This is pretty exciting!
*Takes a seat*
(A large falcon takes roost in the stands excitedly waiting for the match. His eyes trained on the one called Gamma's side of the field.)
Caaaaaw...
*A robed figure walks into the waiting room before removing the gray robe and revealing to be Lux.*
I'm a bit tired from yesterday...
Guess, I'll just have to deal with it though.
*Aitome walks into the arena clutching his head and muttering to himself to never drink again,
Gah... damn hang over... you ready Leader?
*Lux sighs as he sees Aitome suffering from a hangover.*
I guess, the real question here is if you are.
Regardless, when that door opens we're gonna have to try our hardest to win anyway.
So, Gamma, who're you tagging ?
*Aitome scratches the back of his head and laughs kinda awkwardly before responding
Hehe... you dont gotta worry about me! I'll be fine trust me! My other personalities are raring to go!
Tagging? I'm afraid I'm not sure what you mean.
Usually I just go big, but I guess they're both expecting my ice. Going to have to try switching things up.
Ah, I meant, who'll you be taking care of? Oh and, Don't hesitate to call on me for an assist! we're a team, so we gotta have each other's backs eh?
*Lux smirks at Aitome's comment.*
You'll just have to prove that to me out there. I'll be counting on you so you better not let me down.
*As the combatants rise up into the arena, before them lays a large circular room with high rocky walls on all sides. Aside from the platforms that the combatants came in on, the entire room is filled with water. Under the water is a layer of metal spikes that are close to the surface, meaning anyone who falls in is mostly likely going to be impaled by them.
There are also 4 tall metal spikes that extend far out of the water, making corners of a square inside the circular room.
Jin is nowhere to be seen, yet his voice is loud and clear.*
I once again welcome you to another battle here in the Tournament of Desires! This arena, although a bit claustrophobic, is a prime example of requiring the teams to work together! Now, are you ready?
Open the game!
*A gong sounds, and the battle ensues.
Well players, are you ready?
Get going!*
*Gamma sighs and smiles as they rise into the area*
Well then, I must say I'm quite happy with this arena. Shiranui, make it count.
Ice Age
*Gamma's persona roars into life as a thin layer of ice begins to spread across the room. Gamma slowly and methodically walks forwards onto the ice, towards the other team*
*Lux runs into the arena not even hesitating to summon his Persona.*
Phanes!
Creation: Modification!
*A cosmic humanoid figure appears with golden wings and a golden snake wrapped around its body. Phanes places a hand on one of the large metal spikes in the corner while the other focuses on Lux. A metal sword forms in his hand.*
Let's see how much time I can buy...
(The bird scoffs at the Ice Age.)
KAH!
Hmm... the ice looks slippery... Alrighty! I know just the thing! haaah! * concentrating on the power of the crystals, he changes his job to geomancer* Alright! Now I can move around without any risk! * he carefully steps on the ice, to check if it'll hold, but it seems fine* This is still pretty stressing....
Alright, now for the offensive! Power of the earth.... * he rings his bell once, and, as the crystalline sound reverberates through the arena, the waters begin to amass on the enemy side creating a massive wave that smashes both opponents !!* Hah!
*Aitome smiles and bursts into blue flames, donning his thief outfit as he slams the ground with his hand, creating a wall of ice in the water, blocking Gamma and Bart while shielding Ai and Lux,
I can give us a bit of time! With a bit of Endless Pain!
*Gamma sighs and looks at the wall of ice, walking around it as his ice continues to spread. It has now nearly reached the opposing platform*
Come on. What's the matter? Scared to fight me? This is a fighting tournament right? Keep it up Shiranui.
Gaaah.. I suck at ice magic! It's like, my worst element! I'll give this another try though! * as he runs closer to the enemy teams, he rings his bell again and once again, the water amasses this time on the other side. It's another pretty big wave which tries to flush them out onto the spikes* Alright! I'm pretty lucky today aren't I?!
Phanes!
*Phanes sends a wave of energy into the giant metal spike that begins resonating with all the others.*
There! Lux separates from the giant metal spike and joins Aitome on the icy platform just as the wave hit from behind knocking him down into the metal spikes which simply flatten out as he hits them.*
That was a close one, nearly got me there but not quite...
Phanes!
Creation: Metal!
*The metal from the spikes begins rising upward forming a new platform for Lux to stand on above the water.*
Aitome! Might not want to be near anything wet for a while!
*Within Phanes' arms a new energy begins building with sparks coming off of it.*
Gah! Tormention!
*Aitome gets washed away forward, fortunately for him he takes off his mask in time for a giant black Cthulu esque monster to grab him and throw him up to the metal platform, the landing not being the smoothest and roughing him up a bit but not as bad as getting impaled,
Thanks Leader, I think ive got an idea on how to win this... just buy me some time and make sure they dont touch the metal platform.
*Tormention stays on the battle field and continues to spread the ice across the arena, while Aitome draws a gun and fires at Bartz
Wh- * surprised by the loud bang of the gun, he fails to even comprehend what just happened. Thankfully, as his fortune would have it, it hit him in the arm. Clutching his pained arm, he says* Hunh... So you want to play it this way...
* He jumps back and switches jobs, now donning green clothes and the famed Yoichi Bow* But don't worry, I never miss either. * as he crouches, he carefully aims for Aitome's legs and whispers to himself* First... to immobilize you....and.... NOW !!! * he unleashes an arrow with a deadly aim*
*Gamma looks up at the two and laughs, the arena now being completely frozen*
Come on, what's the matter, scared? I thought we were supposed to fight.
Shiranui, bring them down to see us why don't you?
MaEigaon
*12 tendrils of darkness seem to phase through Gamma's icy floor, as four of them reach out to grab Tormention, the other 8 extend to grab hold of Lux and Aitome as though trying to drag them off the platform*
OOC: Forgot to mention, the tendrils come from either directly beneath Tormention, or the area around Lux and Ai's platform. According to who they're targetting.
Heh, no more adventuring for you !
*Tormention allows himself to get grabbed, however he keeps his webbed hands on the ice,
Tch an arrow!
*Aitome then gets shot by the arrow, and grabbed by the dark tendrils, as he aims the gun at Gamma while being grabbed, firing for his eyes in attempt to blind him
Just do your best to stay up there Leader! Trust me on this!
* she flies up to the viewers'seats and sits down, observing the fight. Especially one man.*
Ooc: mobile is great, really good for the Phansite trust me
Aitome!
Shit...
*The sparking ball fuses with Lux's sword and surround it with an electric pulse.*
I have to stay up here then, no matter what.
Phanes! Creation: Fire!
*A ball of red energy begins building in Phanes' hands as Lux swipes away at the dark tendrils with the electrified blade.*
*Gamma hardly seems to notice the shot, though the tendrils pull Ai's aim off mark, it still grazes his face. Meanwhile Lux slashes at the tendrils around him. He as he slashes away the tendrils latch onto his sword instead as they feel the metal. Gamma is smiling*
Well well, I kinda thought you'd put up more of a fight. Shiranui.
*The tendrils rapidly change color from black to blue spreading from where they touch Gamma's ice and feel cold*
Ice Age.
*From where the tendrils are connected, one on each of Ai's limbs and four attached to Lux's sword a sheet of ice rapidly begins to spread in an attempt to cover the two and Tormention. It seems like the ice Gamma and Bartz are standing on is getting slightly lower*
Well then Bartz, while they can't move, do something flashy. Maybe to that persona over there
*casts a sideways glance at Tormention*
Something flashy huh....Alright! I have just what you need! * focusing on the crystals again, his clothes disappear and give way to crimson japanese armor. His bow flashes away, and instead, the Masamune appears in his hands* Fuuuuh.... * he breathes out, calming his mind, honing his swordsmanship, putting his whole being in this one slash.* Hyaaah !!!!!! * in a sudden roar of manly passion, he bounds at inhuman speeds! The ice cracks under his footsteps due to the intensity of his movements, but his speed allows him to be faster then the cracking ice. As he approaches tormention, he puts his hand on the hilt of his katana.* IAI!!!! * with a vast leap, he disappears from the spectrum of human visibility, only to reappear seconds latter behind the monstrosity, his sword now unsheathed. As he slowly breathes out again, he sheathes his sword, waiting for the enemy to realize they're already cut down*
Too easy? I could fix that...
Phanes! Creation: Foundry!
*The ball of heat comes down and melts the ice around Lux's arm as he lets go of the electrified blade and allows it to drop to the ground. Lux holds the metal ball before throwing it into the metal platform as it starts to glow red and admit a great amount of heat.*
Phanes! Creation: Foundry Steeler!
*Two metal tendrils appear out of the platform made of molten steel. They swirl around Lux in a helix patterns.*
*Bartzs evicerates Tormention, leaving cuts all over the monster as it bleeds a dark misty sludge, disappearing back into mask form onto Aitome's face, as his eyes glow and his hair turns blue, the ice on his limbs growing sharper as it spikes into the tendrils, with a bit of movement cutting it clean off, Aitome then falls onto the ice, landing on his feet as the ice on his limbs continues to grow, making for a cool spikey set of armour
Huh, thanks for that Pinky, I think I'll call this technique Edgy Armour, just for you. Come on! Dont leave me waiting!
*Aitome then draws a short sword from his back, guarding and waiting for the next strike, literally glowing with energy.
Get ready Leader! They are in for a show stopper!
Hmmm... that mass of heat just doesn't seem healthy for my partner.... Guess there's no ten ways about it huh. * he turns back into his Geomancer job and rings the bell once more. Combined with his innate " Find Holes" ability, the water bursts from the places where the ice was at its weakest and forms again a massive wave this time aimed at Lux's ball of heat* Hopefully this'll cool you down!
*The ice around the pillar begins to melt against the heat, turning into steam along with the nearby water. Lux's sword drops to the metal platform and stays there, the blade would strike it a few times, but the electricity is probably not worth noting. Ice attempts to spread along the ground from the sword, but melts and turns to steam The ice spikes push at the tendrils as they grow, causing them to split at the middle and stretch around the spikes, remaining attached*
Wonderful, glorious. Well, I can't tell what Lux is doing too well
No matter, when they're both asleep who cares?
Shiranui, Dormina.
*Gamma's persona briefly appears and then vanishes as a blue fire goes along each tendril. The flames don't burn, instead they leave behind a feeling of cold exhaustion.
Also they hit the sword. Yay. Sword might be asleep now. Who cares?*
*The fire runs over then tendrils and hits the ice, fortunately for Aitome the exhaustion only partially hits him due to the Edgy Armour,
Well thats kind of a drag... lets get ready to end this Leader.
*Aitome then stands his ground once again slightly faltering but still standing strong, the ice on his armour growing thicker, as the arena the seems to glow a bit, not by much but certainly glowing brighter than before
*The wave of water slams against the platform. Steam can visibly be seen coming off it but the heat does not completely fade and continues to try and reheat the platform as the red glow slowly returns. Lux's feet start to burn up a bit as they turn a red color however he seems unfazed for the most part. The wave of exhaustion passes through the sword on the platform putting the sword to sleep (Sweet dreams sword).*
It's almost time...
Phanes! Creation: Electronic Version 2.0!
*Metal wires and screws form into Lux's hand as he begins building something and Phanes condenses small sparking balls of energy and passing them down to Lux.*
*The molten steel Tendrils continue circling around him prepared to defend him if necessary.*
*Gamma sighs and shakes his head as his tendrils let go of the sword and Ai*
Based on the fact Lux is still yelling, I'd say he's not asleep. Shame really.
Well, I don't think I can afford to remain on such.... Shaky ground anymore.
*Gamma's ice begins cracking under the strain of the heat and the cracks Bartz put in it.*
Shiranui, Eigaon.
*Tendrils of darkness come out of Gamma's sleeve and he grabs onto them, swinging it back towards the platform he started on. It latches onto the rocky wall and Gamma jumps while rapidly retracting it, to quickly make it back to dry land*
Wha- are we retreating? gaaah! Guess i'll go too then! * donning his thief garb, bartz goes for a mad dash across the ice hoping to reach gamma safely. once there, he looks panting at gamma* what now..? they're pretty tough, and this bullet wound in my arm is starting to really hurt...
Well time to set off this chain reaction, sorry about this Pinky, but its over now.
*Aitome then smiles as he takes off his mask, summoning Tormention one last time, as he sends a small but fast spike of ice towards the opposing team, upon hitting anything it explodes in a mess of nuclear energy, lighting up the entire arena in a blast of energy, destroying all the ice and exposing the spikes underneath
Hope you didn't forget about Tormention's Endless Pain abilty, I simply bided my time to energize all the ice, now Leader! Go and get em!
*Meanwhile Aitome is also falling down towards the spike, it'll only be a short time until hes impaled though
*Lux finishes assembling the device. It takes the shape of a small tower with a Tesla coil on the end located near the edge of the platform. Energy can be seen sparking from the machine as Lux begins focusing on the fight once more.*
Running away? The fun is just about to start...
*One of the molten steel tendrils borrows into the platform while the other continues to circle Lux.*
Phanes. Creation: Foundry...
*Another ball of red heat forms in Phanes' hands.*
*Gamma sighs and looks at the approaching spike*
Shiranui, lets not let that get out of hand. Ice Age.
*A wall of ice quickly forms at the edge of Bartz and Gamma's starting platform, stopping the spike and detonating it well before reaching the pair, destroying the ice with it*
Honestly, the plan was fairly obvious if you think about it.
Being blown back a bit by the explosion and getting a few cuts from the blast, Bartz focuses on Lux. his green thief clothes are replaced by light armor topped off by a dragon-like helmet. As he stands up, his holy lance materializes in his hands. he then crouches, gathering his energy before jumping, nay, soaring through the skies flying through the clouds.* [bartz is in the air, like waaaaaaaaay the fuck up there. I doubt you could hit him from the arena]
*Aitome utilizes the icy armour he as to extend a small amount of ice where he is on, howeber it only appears where he step, disappearing immediately upon stepping off, as Tormention appears next to him, charging a ball of nuclear energy above him
Dammit, Aitome! Looks like I need to switch to defense!
*The metal tendril that was meant for Gamma appears out of the metal spike and grabs Aitome, however, it's molten and thus burns Aitome slightly.*
And as for you...
*The Tesla begins warming up before firing a bolt of condensed electricity at Gamma.*
*Phanes plunges the heat energy into the metal platform once more but this time the heat travels downward and causes the spikes around the platform to begin glowing red as the heat begins spreading throughout the arena.*
Ooc disregard!
*Aitome gets caught by the metal and switches persona, preventing further heat damage as he starts to spray fire directly into the platform, causing more and more heat to build up
Huh, my bad, lets start cooking with fire!
*Gamma sighs and shakes his head as Lux fires at him*
As you may have noticed, my tendrils don't simply grab things. They can conduct things. Primarily energy of course. For example, this electricity you're shooting.
Shiranui, Maeigaon.
*eight tendrils appear out of the water around Ai and Lux, 4 for each. The ones around Aitome intercept the bolt of electricity, briefly flashing yellow as the electricity travels down them and into the quickly evaporating water, before attempting to grab the two once more*
* having reached the peak of his phenomenal jump, he front flips, holds on to his lance as he steps on as though it were some deadly pogo stick and begins his dissent, reaching almost sonic speeds. Deep down, Bartz is crying, but the adrenaline rushing through his veins allow him to ignore it and fight with full power! after a couple more dreadful seconds of aimed free-falling, his target finally enters his sight. With his dragoon powers, he adjusts his trajectory aiming his blow at the suspended aitome. Of course, this requires precision but it isn't an impossible task. Impaling whatever body part Bartz lands on, he chains it with a jump using his rebound momentum to get away and hopefully push Aitome straight into the spikes! *
"pleasegodsavemepleasegodsavemepleasegodsavemepleasegodsavemepleasegodsavemepleasegodsavemepleasegodsavemepleasegodsaveme"
*The tendrils approach Lux once more attempting to grab him.*
You never learn, do you?
Phanes, Creation: Foundry Steeler...
*3 more molten steel tendrils come out of the ground to join the one already with Lux and attempt to wrap around the ones approaching Lux. The heat begins forming more and more within the metal as it spreads throughout all the spikes and they begin turning to molten metal as well. What's left of the water begins boiling as the area below starts to become a pool of molten iron.*
*The Tesla warms up again and fire another blast of condensed electricity at Gamma.*
*Aitome notices the tendrils coming for him as his eyes glow red, he then explodes in a condensed wave of fire and bless, it doesn't travel far but has more then enough energy to blast back the tendrils, unfortunately for Bartz however he gets quite badly burnt as he stabs Aitome in the thigh, hindering movement and dealing quite a bit of damage but not enough to knock him off
Good thing I still have Blazing Star..
*Gamma laughs and takes out his metal staff, sticking it into the ground a little ways ahead of him to act as a lightningrod for Lux's electricity. The tendrils around Ai absorb and transmit most of the heat to the water but dissipate under the bless energy. As for those going to Lux, they end up attaching to the molten metal used to intercept them. By now most of the water is filling the air, around Bartz, Gamma, Lux, and Aitome*
Very well then, thank you for filling the air with water for me. You do know what steam is, right? For clarity, I'll call it ice in gas form.
Follow my lead Bartz.
Shiranui, Ice Age.
*Gamma's persona bursts into life around him and reaches into the steam, the water condenses and then flash freezes in midair, spreading along the new stream of ice almost instantly, aiming to freeze the very air around both Lux and Ai*
* jumping back to where gamma is, he lands on his knees, his teeth clenched from the burns that cover his legs. Hurrying to get his more-then-hot armor off, he switches back to his freelance job... Wait! no ! This time, he dons a cape and three stars shine brightly above his head! Mimicking Gamma's voice and intonation he says* Got it! Shiranui, Ice Age! * obviously, bartz has no persona, but the Mime's powers bring forth mirrored version of shiranui, dully floating behind bartz as the ice in gas form crystallizes around the opponents*
I... I'm beat.... That jump, and these burns... they're not good for my health....
*Lux quickly takes the remaining molten steel and covers himself in a dome of heated metal to block out the massive barrage of ice coming forth.*
Damn...I played right into their hands...
Alright...
*As the ice covers the metal dome, the metal hardens into steel.*
Phanes, time for a plan B.
*Lux sits down within the isolated metal dome and begins focusing. A ball of white energy begins building in Phanes' hand as Lux begins materializing a metal spear within his hands.*
*Aitome notices the ice too late and gets struck badly, wounds starting to pile up as he switches to Tormention, barley able to stand from the arrow and stab in the legs
Sheesh... you dont mess around...
*Aitome then draws a second pistol from his suit, putting away the old one as it has run dry, before firing away at Bartz trying to deal as much damage to him as he can
* still being in his mime form, Shiranui's firm stance manages to soak up a good deal of the damage. this gives bartz enough time to go back to his ranger outfit*
Power of nature... grant me your aid! * clasping his bow, he prays vehemently to the gods of nature. And only a couple of instants later, a bunch of cute little nightingales come flying down, bearing healing plants and ointments to bartz and Gamma to patch up a bit* Wow! Thanks little guys! * he spends the rest of his turn treating his wounds*
*Gamma looks around for a moment and sighs as the ice continues to expand, though much more slowly, further cooling Lux's dome*
And together..... Lets see, what to call my little combo.
*Gamma laughs before striking a pose*
And now for the Shattering Spree, Shiranui, Deathbound.
*A wave of force emanates from Gamma, it strikes his ice and reverberates throughout it, causing the ice to shatter as it travels, sending needle-like shards of ice flying into Ai and sending the full force into Lux's dome, causing it to reverberate at least, and shatter from the cold at most*
*The dome of steel shakes as the strike rings out through it and cracks begin forming on the walls.*
No, you don't...
*Lux focuses and forms the steel back together.*
*Phanes imbues the steel spear with the white energy and begins forming even more of the energy within his hands.*
*Lux puts his hands on the ground as a subtle shake resonates within all the cooled metal within the arena.*
*Aitome gets struck by the multiple ice needles, causing small cuts over his body, still standing but not by much as he summons forth Tormention
T-Tormention! Relieve this pain!
*Tormention then casts mediarama, causing a healing glow, recovering some of the wounds Aitome has, however healing won't stop the toll of battle on Aitome's energy reserves
*Gamma sighs and shakes his head, before looking to Bartz*
Well, I'm out of good ideas. Time for a stupid one. Go get him I guess mister wanderer.
Shiranui, Eigaon.
*Gamma's persona bursts into life, as four tendrils form in the air around Gamma, before they grab Bartz and attempt to throw him across most of the arena towards Lux's dome*
Wh-OK! Wind... ARISE !!! * in a burst of light, bartz dons his freelancer attire again, with cape and shiny stars. In his left hand rests the holy excalibur. In his right hand, the almighty Brave Blade* THE FOUR ESSENCES !!!! Combine unto my blades !!! * Mimicking the spellblades' skills, he imbues Excalibur with Flare magic and The brave blade with Holy magic, ensuring that every hit of these blades would trigger something close to the original spells* Let's go... FOR A SHINING WORLD !!!!! * jumping off the tentacles, Bartz begins his assault using his X-Fight skill resulting in four blows, each with both blades thus counting up to a total of eight hits, eight of the strongest hits Bartz could deliver* The wind... is with me !
*The steel dome shatters with the final hit of Bartz's attack and Lux is left somewhat surprised before realizing what has occurred.*
That fast...
Well, it's now or NEVER!
Phanes, Creation: Heavy Metal!
*Lux places his hand on the floor as Phanes unleashes the white energy into the ground. All the metal Lux has spread his power to throughout the match begins glowing and cracking as it all bursts into thousands of metal needles that fly towards Gamma and Bartz side of the field. Lux kneels with the glowing spear still in hand.*
Even if I haven't taken any damage...
I've been using a little more energy than I'd like to set this up...
Finishing move time huh? Okay! Lets go for a Shining Fox!
*Aitome then grins as Tormention generates a mass of nuclear energy in its hands, while Aitome summons a card, crushing it to reveal a 9 Tailed Fox, the Fox jumps into the air and howls while falling towards Gamma and Bartz, generating a spike on its head as it falls, the nuclear energy being tossed onto the spike, as it falls down the fox spins and it shines, hitting the ground and releasing the pent up energy in an explosion as Aitome falls to the ground, panting from using 2 personas and 31 de- I mean from using up 2 personas in such a weakened state, unable to keep conscious for much longer
Ooc: nvm hitting only Gamma
*Gamma steps back briefly and summons a dome of ice around him, it is completely shattered by Aitome's persona, absorbing much of the blast, and leaving him completely open to the bursts of needles. Gamma is struck by several dozen and falls to the ground for a moment.*
Well... That's it, isn't it?
*Gamma slowly struggles to get to his feet*
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....... * dead*
(correction: Lux was not as ruthless as vlad)
*stabed through the left hand and the right foot, he's unable to move* W-well damn.... * the stars above his head vanish* Not much I can do now...
And both Bartz and Aitome have fallen! Only Lux and Gamma left standing, although that's a bit debatable for the both of them!
*The 2 downed combatants are teleported out of the arena.*
In order to speed up this process, the two combatants shall be brought to a closer position! Let's... begin!
*The two starting platforms begin to close in towards the center, as do the walls, creating a very small space for the combatants to duke it out. Each are placed on their respective platforms.
It's almost over, let's go!
FIGHT!*
*Gamma grabs his staff, feeling a small jolt from leftover static as he uses it to finish getting up. After a moment he catches his breath and points it towards Lux*
Been a while since we've met like this, huh?
*Gamma smirks, and holds his staff towards the center of his body, one arm on each side of it*
Go on Lux. Old time's sake.
GO GAMMA !!! * the little devil screams atop her lungs, her eyes tearing up* Don't lose now! You've fought so bravely !!!!
So...Just me and you now. Kind of ironic that things would end up like this.
*Lux smiles at Gamma.*
Been a while since we've been face to face like this.
So, why don't we make this battle count?
Xoic...
*A void appears behind Lux, it swirls in a almost calm way but in the end it's still empty.*
Null...
*The area becomes still as it's enveloped in a void. No magic can exist within this empty place. Lux get's up holding the spear from before but now void of any glow.*
Get ready, then...
*Lux quickly steps to the side and tries to flank Gamm with a swift stab towards his shoulder.*
*Gamma briefly shakes as he hears Koa... But he takes a deep breath to calm himself and look at Lux*
Focus. Nothing else matters right now.
Could try forcing Shiranui through anyways, but that'd just tire us both out.
*Gamma slowly walks towards Lux, keeping his fighting stance*
Whenever you're ready. *smirk* IF you're ready of course
OOC: Nevermind that last one then.
IC:*Gamma lifts one foot and moves with the spear thrust, allowing Lux to push rather than pierce. He uses the momentum in order to swing at Lux's back with his staff. Think of it as a revolving door, spinning on one leg to swing around the other side*
For the longest time, I've tried to make the world work around me. After all, that's what the strong do. Turns out life's not always meant to be like that. Is it Lux?
*Lux is knocked behind a hard strike but he quickly recoils and spins around with the spear to strike at Gamma's legs.*
No, I used to only think of myself. I wanted to reduce everything to a void to escape the pain that came with life, but just because I had the power to do so doesn't mean I could go through with it.
*Gamma leans towards Lux as he is struck to turn his fall into a tackle, Gamma drops his staff in front of him and attempts to grapple Lux*
And tell me, why wouldn't you? Did you really have the ability to do it? Or were you simply too weak? Too faint-hearted to go through with something so simple?
*Lux grabs Gamma as he falls onto him and tries to toss him onto the ground in front of him.*
No, I changed my mind. Someone told me something important, that the answer I had been seeking wasn't the correct one. Making bonds, caring about people, and even fighting to protect those bonds. Those are the things that allow people to truly live.
I've never thought about myself much but...
What I was doing? Would it really have made anyone happy? Even know I ask if what I did was the right thing but...
Well, at one point I would've disregarded those around me. To me, they would have been nothing but an annoyance. But now, the people around me are more important than anything else. The strength I have now is because I want to make this world a better place...for everyone.
*Gamma grabs Lux's arm as he falls, using his weight in an attempt to drag Lux down to the side with him*
Whoever told you that's a fool. And you're even more of one for believing it.
Who cares about bonds? Sure, it feels nice for a bit. Then whenever its convenient, they drop it. And of course, that's not getting into circumstances...
No one's happy with the world as it is. And you can't hope to change it for everyone. So why try? Why try making anyone happy? The only person you can affect is yourself.
Strength based on bonds is no strength at all. Its simply a crutch the weak use to feel better about themselves. True strength is something you can rely on, something that comes from you. Relying on anyone else will only make you so much worse off whenever they're gone.
*Aitome watches the fight, eyes trying to change color but only causing more pain for him
Damn.. I used up far too much energy.... I can't even bring them up to talk with... well I know Leader is quite a bit tougher than me, you've got this.
*Aitome then smiles as he tends to his own wounds, cursing every now and then from the pain.
*Lux gets thrown to the side of Gamma as they both fall, but tries to get on top of Gamma and pin him to the ground.*
Does it even matter in the end? None of it matters and you know that as well as I do. I've just seen enough suffering already. I know that making everyone happy would be impossible, but what I want to do is make sure those around me don't have to suffer anymore.
Even if that's all I can do, it's still what I want to do. I know there are people who I can rely on, who would do what needs to be done when the time comes. That's what a bond is, people who fight together because they share similar beliefs.
Answer me this, why did you help me back then? If you really didn't care about losing a bond then why protect the one we have back then?
*Gamma rolls with Lux's attempt to get over him, trying to throw Lux to his other side*
There's no one you can rely on but yourself. No one shares every belief that you have, and as soon as there's a conflict. Bang. Just like Yu and Migrant, you'll end up at each others' throats like the savages you really are. Such facades are a shame, really.
No matter how hard I tried to deny it, back then, I was scared, I was desperate, I was weak.
I cared for, no, I CRAVED the attention. And look how far that foolishness got me.
But none of that matters anymore. I'm through trying to run from the pain, the emptiness. Its much better to simply accept it and move on. Rather than keep running to such fleeting pleasures.
*Lux kicks his feet against the ground on Gamma's other side.*
Emptiness...?
*Static builds in Lux's eyes.*
If a friend ever tried to kill me because what I was doing was hurting others....
*The static completely envelops his eyes as a strange red aura fills the air.*
I'd let them kill me. If my death could save others then so be it. That's what the void really means. You lack purpose, you lack anything. When you stop being able to feel that you're just empty. What would you know about that? You don't even try to feel anymore.
*Lux takes his knee and tries to hit Gamma in the side as hard as possible.*
*Gamma is caught off-guard by Lux's aura.... And as such does nothing to avoid the hit, stumbling*
News flash moron, if they're trying to kill you, they're not your friend. Its really that simple.
Of course I don't try to feel. Or rather, I try not to feel. All that emotional baggage ever brings is grief. What kind of idiot would look out for it?
*Gamma takes the chance to tackle Lux's legs to bring him back to the ground*
*Lux is knocked over by Gamma's tackle but stomps down on Gamm's back as he falls.*
Is that how you really feel? You say you're trying to stop running from despair, but all your doing is running from the people who care about you...
*The aura glows brighter as Xoic appears overhead glowing with a red aura.*
I used to think you were the only one who made sense around here, but you...
You...
*Only static remains within Lux's eyes.*
It's people like you, who only care for themselves....
That make me want to erase this world!
*The red aura completely overtakes Xoic as the void form begins changing in a flash of red light.*
*Gamma attempts to roll and get Lux off of him, faintly laughing*
Then do it. Go ahead. See if I care. I think we all know you won't. You know why? No matter how much you may say you want to. You can't bring yourself to go through with it. Even with so much power
*Gamma grins*
You're still oh so weak.
*Lux backs away from Gamma. His eyes are nothing but static now.*
I...
That's not who I am anymore. No, I won't let you break my bond with me...
If that makes me weak...
That strength means nothing! I'd rather be empty than be what you think is being strong!
*Xoic's figure changes to that of a shadowy humanoid figure with starlit eyes. In its hands, it holds two orbs with vortex's swirling within. It stares at Gamma before opening its mouth to reveal a set of black fangs. The Persona unleashes a hollow noise that shakes the arena.*
If I have to beat you down to show you how much I care...
Then I won't hold anything back!
*Lux darts forward towards Gamma and attempts to punch him in the stomach with a direct punch. He doesn't relent there, he attempt to continue with an attempted right-hook to Gamma's head next.*
Leader...?
*Aitome stares at the fight in shock, looking at the persona with amazement, unable to make words,
*Gamma blinks and gets up, staring at Xoic for a moment, he's hit in the stomach, jarring him back to reality, Gamma ducks under the hook and attempts to pivot, shoulder to Lux, and sweep Lux's legs out from under him to allow Gamma to throw Lux over his shoulder, Gamma grins*
Well congrats then. Because emptiness is the first step. Someone who's strong can do anything they want, no hesitation. They're beholden to no one and nothing.
You act like you have a choice in this matter, but really, you don't.
You can think whatever you want of me. I really don't care either way. "Friend" is just a word. And no matter what words you use, the hard reality never changes.
*Lux is swept off his feet and is thrown over Gamma Gamm's shoulder but as he lands he quickly braces back onto his feet and headbutts Gamma from behind.*
And you can't change that reality either. Whether you like it or not, I'll always consider you a friend! It doesn't matter whether you accept me as one or not. I'm not about to give up just because you're blinded by your own fear. So, go on, run as far as you can from those emotions because I'll still be holding onto them as tightly as I can!
*Gamma falls forward, and slowly works to get back on his feet, rubbing the back of his head*
You don't get it, do you? I..... I can't.
I simply can't do that. I... I'm not really that strong.
All I can do is move forward. Who cares if its running? So what if I'm scared?
Its simple. Do you remember what I said Lux? The night you walked in on me while I was hurt. Really, I think that is enough to explain it.
*Lux looks over at Gamma, the static fading from his eyes.*
Back then, you told me you weren't strong enough either. When I told you I planned on killing myself to turn this place into an empty void where nobody had to suffer, you said you wouldn't let me do that. You said that your purpose in life was to save me. Guess things really have changed...
But that's why it's my turn to save you now. I'm not gonna leave you alone because I know what it's like to be alone. I know how it feels to want to close yourself off from others...
In a way, you were the one who made me realize that my life has meaning but even still. I don't know if I have much time left...
That's why, I'm not gonna let anyone die, even if you don't want me there, I won't leave you behind.
*Gamma gets to his feet, and walks over to scoop up his staff, kicking Lux's spear well out of the way. Gamma sighs*
You missed the point. You missed everything really.
I've never been a selfless person. I've never thought of others. Or well, I haven't in a long time anyways. I was terrified. Because really, it started just to spite Tatsuya. But I grew to like you.
*Gamma smiles*
But really, that was just more foolishness. I was scared to lose anything. But that's just another fact of life. An unfortunate one, but a fact nonetheless.
*Gamma points his staff straight at Lux*
But I guess people like you will never understand, will you? No, you're just as stupid as the rest of them.
*Lux's eyes go back to static.*
...
*Lux becomes unresponsive but then looks up with a smile. Nothing shows in their eyes anymore. Just more emptiness than you can ever imagine. The Persona floating above the arena has a glimmer in its eye. Lux's voice becomes distorted.*
In the end, none of it matter does it?
*Lux seems to laugh a little.*
I have no need to hold back if I'm just going to stop existing again, right?
*Lux rushes forward aiming for Gamm's throat. Lux attempt to grab Gamma's throat and begin choking him.*
*Gamma smiles as Lux charges him, using the extra reach from his staff to swing his staff at Lux's head before he can get there*
And now we finally get to see the real you. How you really feel. No more hiding behind that fake civility. Just pure, brutal fighting.
You must feel so theatened to go through with it.
*The staff clashes against Lux's head causing one of his eyes to crack but he doesn't stop reaching for Gamma's throat. He grabs the staff with his other hand and pulls on it to pull Gamma closer to himself.*
Like hell, if I care anymore! It's all over soon regardless, so even if it takes my very life I'll make you understand!
*Lux laughs wildly as he begins crying.*
Fate really is cruel...
*Gamma steps forward as Lux pulls on his staff and shoves into him with his shoulder. Eyes closed*
If you really want to be my friend, then just go down. It would be easy. You'd be helping give me whatever I wanted. Isn't that the best way?
*Lux gets knocked back by the shoulder and staggers backwords.*
This...
I hate this...
This is why I never wanted to fight in the first place I...
*The Persona suddenly comes down next to Lux.*
I have to go now...
My end is soon...
For what it's worth, I really did consider you a friend, Gamma.
*The floor seems to shatter under Lux's feet revealing static. Lux begins slowly melting into the static with a weak smile.*
Enjoy that wish...
L-leader? Leader! What are you doing?!? Dont die on me! I dont care about the wish but dont die!
*Aitome then strains himself, yelling out, falling to the ground
Don't... dont die...
*Gamma turns away from Lux and walks near a wall, with a sigh*
And so another person leaves. Its just as I said. Just as I've always said.
In the end, you're always alone.
*Loud snoring can be heard over the intercom of the colosseum.
An automated voice speaks loudly.*
CONGRATULATIONS TO [GAMMA] AND [BARTZ] FOR WINNING THIS ROUND.
PLEASE HOLD.
*A doorway appears next to Gamma. It leads to the lobby.*
*Lux laughs a bit.*
Maybe, you're right...
In the end, I'll just be alone again...
*Lux looks back to Aitome one last time.*
Take care of yourself, Aitome. I don't know if we'll be seeing each other again. I'm going back home now...
*Lux sinks into the static along with the Persona. The floor begins to break back into place until the static is completely gone.*
*Gamma sighs, hands in his pockets and steps out into the lobby*
Soon enough, it'll all be over with. And that's what really matters. Isn't it?
That moron.... when I see you again you'll get whats coming to you! I ain't just gonna let you disappear on me like that!
*Aitome then gets up and begins to stumble away, looking back at the last moment, clenching his hands before walking away, into the air
*Jin popa up next to Gamma, lying in the air like a hammock.*
So, Gamma, right? What're you planning on wishing for? Returning a lost loved one? Ending the universe? Maybe getting everyone to leave you alone finally?
That is what you want, right? For everyone to just leave you to your cold, heartless void of a life?
*Jin stares down Gamma, looking extremely bored.*
*Gamma sighs and shakes his head*
Anything you give me would be worthless. I told you I'd've entered without a wish. And I'm nothing if not honest.
So how about you buzz off and mind your own business. At least, until it becomes your business. That is to say, after I win.
Oh? And why would a wishless man enter a tag-team tournament where he doesn't even want the grand prize?
Oh well, not that I care. You're all the same to me anyways, you just have different hair colors.
But seriously though, pink hair? Kinda lame, man. Oh, I know what'd be a be a better color for you!
*Jin snaps his fingers, and Gamma's hair turns a disgusting shade of green-brown.*
Now your hair's just as SHITTY as your heart!
*Jin laughs maniacally.*
*Gamma sighs, seemingly unaware of his hair change*
It's lavender, not pink. Honestly, even old ironlungs got it right. Can't be that hard.
Want me to be honest? I was hoping to get to fight Tatsuya again. Show him up for sure.
*Gamma grins*
But I guess I'll just have to settle for the other idealistic fools who entered.
Why bother with a dream of your own if you can just crush the dreams of others, right?
That's the sort of line you're expecting?
Heh, you know what? I've changed me mind. I like you. You don't pull any punches.
You'll go a long way, kid. Just look at me! Sitting on top of the world, with not a damn thing anyone can do about it. I haven't let those dumb bonds hold me back.
Heck, I basically killed all my friends. I don't need 'em, so why even let them exist? They're just taking up my space.
*Jin leans down, putting his face right infront of Gamma's.*
You... understand how I feel, don't you? Why even keep those idiots around, y'know?
*Gamma sighs and attempts to push Jin away*
There's a difference between killing people and just not being attached.
You seem to have hated them. I simply don't care. *shrug*
We're nothing alike.
*Jin smiles.*
Sure we are! Aren't those "friends" you make always getting in your way, or at least bothering you? Why deal with them when you can kill them so easily! Besides, it's not like you'll miss them, they only cause annoyances, and no one wants to deal with that!
*Jin puts a mirror in front of Gamma.*
If you really didn't care about them, you wouldn't waste a second considering whether to kill them or not. That's where we're different, I guess. You do still have some attachment to those idiots, don't you?
*Gamma finally sees his hair and sighs, shaking his head*
Well, at least its not pink anymore.
More to the subject at hand. Who cares? Its a temporary issue. I'm already working on the problem, though. *shrugs* Its a drag, but what can you do, you know?
I just told you want you can do. Just end their miserable lives already. They don't deserve to breathe this same air we do, right? Why even let then keep living?
Shockingly, not everyone's some super-god who can just wish their problems away. Some of us have to do it the hard way. And any good plan is done in secret.
Ooh, so that's your angle! I see...
I still don't understand why you don't just kill the weak links already. Not many who'd miss them can even compare to your power. Oh well, you seem set in your path anyways...
Farewell, and don't lose!
*Jin vanishes in a puff of smoke, leaving Gamma alone, shitty hair color intact.*