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A Forgotten Dojo
(So I think it's time I start doing things again. Anyone is welcome to enter and see what awaits in this little tale I hope to weave. Let's see where it takes us.)
*Somewhere, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, lies a well kept building starting to be overtaken by foliage. Atop the entrance of it, are the words "Delta School of Martial Arts" and they look to be a recent addition. The door leading inside is closed, but the lock on it is unopened.*
*The steps leading to the door are littered with fallen leaves from the various trees surrounding the area. Dried blood stains the top step, but other than that nothing else is out of place.*
*Laharl flies through the entrance.*
Wassup? It's your overlord and savior, Laharl, here to claim your taxes!
*PK walks up to the door and opens it the only way he knows how, by kicking it open!
I wonder if Sensei is okay now! Let's check!
*PK then quickly follows the steps up, oblivious to the obvious blood
*Gamma walks around, apparently lost in thought. After a while, he finds himself near the dojo. He looks at the building concerned, before looking to the now open door. Watching PK run in, he smiles and sighs*
Yeah, looks like I'm going to have to babysit again. Oh well, someone has to do it
*Tatsuya walks through the doors grinning to himself, hopeful that perhaps Delta will finally be up*
Heh it's been a while huh... Well time to see how it's going I
*His words are cut off as he notices the blood on the ground and begins sprinting up the step, a silver revolver appearing in his hands as his eyes dart about the area*
Oh what the hell happened here... Better not have gotten killed Delta.
*He looks over at PK stunned by how oblivious the boy is*
PK get moving there's blood here idiot! *His speed picks up a bit more as he mutters about nobody else paying attention*
[It's been a long time. Kazuya decided that it would be best to come and check the place. "Maybe, after these two weeks, it's back to normal...?" was what Kazuya thought until he saw the state of the Dojo.]
Man, maybe...
[Kazuya decides to walk up to the door, and before he is even able to knock on it, PK runs through. Kazuya stands there for a short while, and decides that it's best to just follow the knight.]
It's better this way, yes.
Hm? Blood? All I see is Kool Aid Tatsuya! Isn't that the new hip drink with all the kiddos! But if what you say is true then I'll be on guard with P+S!
*PK then draws his laser blade as P+S follow closely behind, each carrying their own little dagger
Oi?
*Laharl turns towards Tatsuya*
What you never seen a nose bleed before?
They're pretty common wot with all the perverts that hang out about the area.
*Raidou enters the building, having seemingly accompanied Kazuya. He gets on one knee and touches the dried blood. Nothing flakes off onto his hand, signifying it's age. He stands up, and his expression has notably darkened.*
*The door was surprisingly unlocked, so anyone could enter easily. Everyone enters only find a large, empty room with a traditional wooden floor. This appears to be where students would have group training. There's dust lining the floorboards and three doors on the three walls of the room that aren't the entrance and exit. There's a light switch by the front with some cobwebs adorned on it.*
*Hmm, I wonder how I got here." he said, looking at the obvious ruins and the blood.
*He then looks at the crowd, not knowing Gamma is there and takes out his Headed Great Axe to make it glow up faintly for a light source as if it were a candle, making a faint church bell sound whenever he waves it around.*
"Maybe this place could be refurbished, but other then everything else of that nature, I could use this place as what they call a save point..." he muttered to himself before perking up at the sound of another name given by Roxas, but decided to keep quiet and stray away from trying to ask Roxas about who Delta is.
*Gamma sighs and walks towards the door at the far left*
Alright, I think we all saw this coming, but I think we should split up and search this place faster. I'll go in this door, and the rest of you can split yourselves among the other two. Not like anything major should be going on, right?
[Raidou brings out three tubes and summons forth the Poltergeist Trio. He orders them to fan out and search the building, while Raidou himself fumbles toward the light switch and flips it on.*
*Tatsuya nods at Gamma and looks around the room quickly before he walks to the middle door*
Yeah sure thing Gamma, I don't think there's any reason for us to all stick together... Whoever wants to join me can.
*He pushes the door open and walks through, his gun aimed forward as a wary look crosses his face at the thought of what may have happened*
*PK and his gang of little followers quickly jump towards the remaining door on the right, walking through it with no care in the world for what might be on the other side
Let's see what's behind this door!
DID YOU JUST FUCKING IGNORE ME TALKING TO YOU!?
*Laharl's eyes catch on fire*
I'LL FUCKING DESTROY YOU FOR THAT, BITCH!
*A bundle of fire builds up in the palm of Laharl's right hand*
OOC: To Tatsuya
[Kazuya had a slow pace and was the last one to get to the training room. He looks around and sees everyone doing something or trying to find anything. He decided that it would be best to follow Tatsuya.]
Sure, then I will be your backup, Tatsu.
[The young man follows behind Tatsuya and prepares to unshealt his sword in case anything happens.]
*Emerson dashes up to the top of the stairs, before stopping himself in order to not crash into the building, before falling on his back.*
Whew, that was close...
So, is that that secret arts dojo I heard about!? Ooooh, so coool!
*Owain enters the building with everyone else, but being nowhere as careful as anyone else but Pancake Knight.*
OOC: Ack, shit, forgot to change the name out
*He's slightly annoyed everyone agrees to split apart because he doesn't get to meet everyone, but either way, he'll decide to just stay behind and join a group last second.*
"I feel like going to that group buut-" he said as he got interrupted by Laharl's outburst at Tatsu and just walks over to Pancake Knight.
"Hello fellow comerade. How has your day been so far? At least, before going into this place..." he asked Pancake Knight, adjusting his glasses.
*Tatsu nods at Kaz with a smirk on his face and a look that says he's clearly glad to have someone who isn't an ass or PK along*
Alright man good to be working with ya... Heh, been a while since we've done anything like this hasn't it?
*With the light switch flipped, the lights predictably turn on, temporarily blinding those not prepared for it. The entrance is as barren as it looked in the dark, with there somehow being more dust than previously thought. Be careful not to sneeze.*
*Gamma heads left and is met with an unlocked siding door. Where it leads is his guess.*
*Tatsuya opens the door in the middle and finds a long hallway. It's dark, but he can make out some rooms on the right side it thanks to the light seeping in from the training area.*
*Raidou's demons move about the dojo, finding not a soul in the building, but many forgotten objects covered in dust. Beds and equipment for training mostly.*
*PK opens the door and finds the supply closet. There's everything you'd expect to be in this surprisingly big storage area.*
*Owain arrives and sees everything as described I think.*
FUCK THIS!
*Laharl runs in front of Tatsuya and points at him*
OI, YOU! PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR ELDERS WHEN THEY SPEAK TO YOU!
*Gamma blinks for a moment as his eyes adjust to the sudden light, before opening the left door and walking inside, looking around for anything suspicious*
make sure to warn someone before doing something so bright. Not everyone'll want it.
*Letting his demons do as they will, Raidou hurries along and catches up with Tatsuya and Kazuya. He tips his hat to the both of them, and draws his revolver, and places his free hand on his sword's handle.*
Hello there! The names Pancake_Knight! At your service! My day has been great! What about you!
*PK then bows before searching the closet for anything that might be of value to the team,
Yeah, it has been a while.
Can't say I'm not excited, even if just a little.
[Kazuya decides to go forward towards the door on their right and try to open it. From there, he turns to Raidou and smile. Kazuya nods at him.]
Now things got even better, time to see where Door 2 will lead us!
*Apollo Appears behind the man and light bursts forth from the Persona as he gives Raidou a friendly nod*
Good to see you too Raidou...
*He eyes Laharl and looks very annoyed by the blue haired midget trying to act as though he owns the world or some such nonsense*
Oh hey there, name's Tatsuya Suou... And yeah it's nice to meet you, was a little distracted by the fact my friend's property has dried out pools of blood so didn't catch you before.
*His voice sounds... Normal, which is to say gruff disinterested and vaguely annoyed. Not that Laharl would know this is normal. As he speaks the man follows behind Kaz*
"My day has been fine. Didn't get a chance to do much in that gym I went to before here, but it's been fine otherwise." he said before he thought about Pancake Knight and got curious.
"Wait, Pancake Knight? What are Pancakes exactly? I didn't know they had knights. Where's your kingdo-nevermind. I have many questions, but before I ask them, I might as well introduce myself."
*He then made his Headed Great Axe light up a bit more, so that PK could see what he was rumaging better.*
"My name is Angel Nihilyon, Archbishop of Favoritism! At least, that's what I am called in my homeland. Right now, I am but a humble missionary in search to spread my quite unknown religion." he said, putting confidence into his introduction.
Eh, whatever, i'm way too important to waste my time on some lowlife.
*Laharl yawns and sits down to take a nap*
*Owain studies the area inside, before walking into the hallway Tatsuya opened to door for, and heading for the door with light shining through it..*
Where's there's light, there's activity! Therefore, I conclude that whoever did this MUST be through this door!
*Owain attempts to open the door, his right hand ready to draw his blade.*
Ooh! Pretty! The GYM is a great place to do some training if you need it! Although it is quite chaotic!
*PK then gasps at the fact that this person doesn't know what pancakes are, speaking quickly
Pancakes are the worlds greatest food ever! Fluffy slabs of pastry topped with berries and syrup! You have to try it sometime!
At any rate nice to meet you Angel Nihilyon!
*Having snuck in from behind Ene looks around with wonder*
Wow it looks just like a horror game in here.
*She trembles with excitement*
Oooh I can't wait until the special events begin.
*She motions to pet the snake laying on her head*
Aren't you excited too buddy?
*The snake lazily looks around as she continues to stand there with fascination*
*He did his best to decipher the swift words of PK's pancake praise, and takes a short moment to think about them. After he thought of his reply, he raised his glasses up a bit.*
"Pancakes are like a delicacy, you say? Interesting. Though, I still don't know what this syrup is. Excuse my lack of knowledge about all of this modern stuff."
"Also, I agree the GYM is nice for training. Too bad my partner Gamma had to leave. And no need for the formality, just call me Angel, Sir Pancake Knight." he said, bowing to PK.
*Gamma finds a large room (although much smaller than the training area) with what appears to be a few medical examination tables with rows of cabinets and shelves with medical supplies in/on them. There's a few chairs neatly placed about and a door on the other side of the room.*
*PK finds a plethora of cleaning supplies and what seems to be way too many spare gi and headbands, all of various sizes. There's also a small blue gem tucked away somewhere, but it looks like it was made of glass and has no value.*
*Tatsuya, Kazuya and Raidou all find... a bathroom. It's got surprisingly modern furnishings, clashing with the old fashioned look the outside of the dojo would imprint. Keep searching you three!*
*Ene is now inside the dojo. Where will she go? The possibilities are... surprising limited. Who'd have thought?*
A...A bathroom...
[Kazuya sighs with embarrassment and gestures to it.]
Anyone? We might not get another chance!
[Kazuya laughs like a fool as he turns around and keeps walking down the hallway. "A-At least we know it won't get us anywhere. Nice." The dark hides his bright red cheeks.]
*Gamma picks up a few simple medical supplies, bandages and such, and searches the cabinets and shelves, being sure to leave all doors open so as to remember which ones he has searched*
Alright, I take it to be a first aid station or so. Strange that no one's here.....
*Raidou scratches his cheek, and chuckles a bit at their finding. He spins on his heel and figures they should search elsewhere.*
Okay then Angel! We shall be the adventurers that find Delta Sensei! Onwards! Onto the next area!
*PK then goes into the left door following Gamma into the medical room, looking around the place for anything that pops out
*He sighs in disappointment and turns on his heels quickly walking back out to search another room as an annoyed mutter passes his lips*
*Yu walks into the dojo with a reminiscent expression. He looks around as if remembering a time before all the conflict between him and the rest of the Nexus. He sits down in the middle of the main room and simply looks around as if pondering about this place and the friend he hasn't seen in quite some time.*
I wonder what his opinion on that war would've been...
Oh well, guess I'll just sit here for a while.
*The light reflects off Yu's lustrous hair and goes straight into Laharl's eyes.*
Oi! Who's shining that light in my eyes!?
*Ene notices everyone moving about and tilts her head*
Hmm I wonder why people are so busy?
Could it be ...
*She thinks for a moment and suddenly slams a fist into her open palm*
*Her eyes practically sparkle with excitement*
These people must be looking for something cool!
Like treasure ... oh or maybe limited edition items!
*She happily sways on her toes*
Wow this is really just like a game!
So exciting!
*In a blissful mood she follows behind PK*
Hey wait for me! I want some of the loot!
*Owain follows Tatsuya to search for the next door, easily just as disappointed, if not more so.*
"Of course! Let us travel forwards as we discover what mysteries this abandoned building has to offer for us." he said as he followed PK to where he was going.
*He then glances back to see Ene walking with him and PK.*
"Who might you be? And what is this loot you speak of?" he asked Ene, turning to her direction.
"Common sense tells me it's here, but I can't seem to figure out what kind of prize lies ahead. Nonetheless, I'm all up for seeing people happy." he continued on.
*Gamma takes some high quality medical supplies, most of which have the Kirijo brand listed somewhere on them. As he's searching, a note falls out from behind a bottle of pain relievers and into PK, Ene and Gamma's view. It reads as follows:*
"To a Mr. Delta. We weren't sure where you were and the door was open, so we decided to stock everything for you. Whenever you read this message we hope that you remember to lock your door next time you're out. The Kirijo group will monitor those entering and leaving the premises until you return."
*The letter is signed, Kirijo Co.*
*Tatsuya, Kazuya, Raidou and Owain enter another door. Behind this one lies... a spacious bedroom with two beds and some basic furnishings like desks. There's a light switch by the door.*
*While looking around the room, Gamma notices his new entourage.*
Well, well, looks like I'm becoming popular all of a sudden.
*Gamma reads the note a few times, just to make sure its correct, before speaking up*
Look like Delta's gone missing for a while. Come to think of it, has anyone seen him in like, a month? He's not one to just run off without telling anyone.... At least, I didn't think so.... No matter, let us move on.
*Gamma hides the supplies he's gathered into his jacket before heading towards the door on the far side of the room, opening it and stepping through, once again looking for anything suspicious*
*Raidou flips the light switch into the "on" position, being sure to warn everyone before doing so.*
Wow! A piece of paper with scribles on it! Say can any of you read! I can't read unfortunately! I never went to school before!
*PK then follows Gamma quickly, eager to explore the next part of this wooden maze
*due to the low light, Gamma takes the time to summon his Persona to create an eerie, faint-blue light and make it easier to see the immediate area*
Alright, time to investigate everything.
[Kazuya looks to the front and nods at Raidou's warning. He takes a few steps forward to get a better look of the beds.]
Aincrad walks into the dojo stretching, remembering the last time he was here and he smirks. "I really need to make more awful puns like that. Wonder if he remembers me?"
Shadow forms behind him shaking his. "First off, that pun I made was pure shit. Never again." He shivers in thought of that day. "But no, I was still in control of your body so no chance we would recognize you."
Aincrad sighs and looks around. "Yeah true, but that pun was amazing. I tip my cap to you." He does just that when he catches sight of Yu and runs over waving, while Shadow disperses behind him. "Hey Yu!" He stops in his tracks. "Wait, are you the evil one, the one who uses his name as a pun in every sentence, the one without a Persona, or the one that trapped us in the Nexus?"
*Angel proceeds to go next to where Gamma is and faintly light up the room a bit more with his Headed Great Axe.*
"Fancy meeting you here. Was this where you meant when you said something happened, or along the lines of that?"
*He then signals for Ene and PK to go inside and check with Gamma before he continues.*
"After this will you go back to the gym? It's understandable if you don't, believe me, but I want to take precautions." he requested of Gamma, his light counteracting the eerie light made by Gamma's persona a bit.
*She faces Saint-Angel with a smile*
I'm talking abut the loot you get from visiting places like these.
All those cool gemstones, weapons, plants ....
*She begins to ramble on but suddenly stops upon noticing the note*
*Her eyes quickly scan the note*
This is pretty important looking.
*She suddenly throws her hands up and sighs*
I don't really get much of this but I do hope Delta is alright.
*Her face grows concerned for sec only to snap into worry once she notices Gamma leave*
Wait for me!
*She runs to follow him*
Huh... Pretty swanky bedroom, I'm shocked the place is so big.
*Tatsu shrugs at how odd the size seems before getting down on his knees and checking under the beds, lighting his hand up in flames to illuminate the space.*
*Owain leaves Tatsuya to check the room and moves back out into the hallway, looking for another room to go into.*
*Gamma looks back to Angel and shrugs*
Honestly, I was just using that as an excuse to leave for a bit. Was planning on going home and sleeping.... Then I noticed the Dojo and got a bit curious when PK here barged inside, turns out it was a good thing I came in.
*Gamma smiles when he sees Ene running after him, and turns back to the room*
If you don't wanna get left behind you'll just have to keep up. But no need to worry. After all, as long as I'm around there's not really much that can go wrong. Besides, I'm curious as to what mister saint here can do
*Gamma glances at Angel before turning his attention back to the room*
*With the light turned on, the dust in room the is very easy to see. There's an open closet to one side and a desk/dresser by each bed. Tatsuya finds only dust under one bed, and a discarded headband (along with more dust) underneath the other.*
*Gamma opens the door to find... the outside. An insane amount of space going to the back of the building and beyond greets him. This outside area seems to be dedicated to training. Punching posts, tires, beds of spikes and more are littered around the area. Off to the right, behind the back of the dojo is another building. It's noticeably smaller than the dojo.*
*Owain, leaving the others, finds more bedrooms and a door at the end of the hall that's different from the rest.*
*Owain ponders the door at then end of the hall before shrugging to himself and standing next to it, silently motioning to those he can see to come over to him and check it out.*
[Kazuya decides to check the "desk/dresser" in hopes of anything.]
It doesn't seem like we'll find much here, but keep looking.
*Despite being dusty enough to make the young man's allergies act up, the place is reminding Raidou of the dojo he would train in back in his younger days. He snaps out of his little trance, and decides to poke around in the closet.*
"Oh, I don't do much. At least in a situation like this..." he humbled himself, the light from his weapon getting a little more brighter, but not enough to be completely clear.
"Well, I'm glad you decided to stay for a bit. Though I wonder what happened to the others. Hopefully, they're all ok and searching...sometimes I wonder if this is just graverobbing." he contemplated to himself, oblivious to how the door suddenly lead to where we are now.
*For some fun, he decided to swing his Headed Great Axe down at a random dummy, completely flattening it as well as making a louder church bell sound on impact.*
"Gamma, do any of these have a purpose?" he said, looking down at the dummy. "Because if there is, you should probably search them instead of doing what I did.
*Ene's eyes brighten as she takes in the scenery*
Wow this place is pretty big!
*Getting an idea she suddenly runs ahead and sticks her tongue out at the others*
Ha now you will have to catch up to me guys!
If you don't hurry then all the cool stuff will be mine!
*She heads right to the smaller building and soon stops in front of it*
Hmm I wonder what kind of secrets this things holds ...
*She places a finger on her lip and tentatively knocks on the building with one hand*
*Tatsuya grabs the headband before hopping up off the floor and walking to the odd door*
Well guys this is either harmless or the boss room... No telling which so let's just prepare for the worst and hope for the best.
*He enters the room and quickly summons Apollo once more giving off light as Tatsu's eyes dart around scanning for anything else that's moving*
*Gamma sighs and walks off after Ene*
Shouldn't you stay closer to us, since we have the lights?
Also you probably shouldn't just take things. The owner's pretty cool. And at least I think he's still alive. Stealing is wrong you know.
A race! Your on! I won't lose!
*PK then tries to race Ene, using all of his energy and burning through it quite fast, just a bit slower as he bends over exhausted
Whew... say whats there?
*Yu notices Ancrad and gives him a somewhat tired sigh.*
Not quite sure what you mean, but I'm the 1rst Yu in the Nexus if that makes sense.
*She blushes a bit and looks down at her feet*
I know stealing is wrong ...
I just got a bit excited.
*She mutters*
It's not like I was going to take anything anyway.
*Kazuya finds... nothing in the top drawers but dust. But, in the bottom one, is a familiar pair of gauntlets. They look like the ones Em made for Delta many moons ago.*
*Raidou, similarly finds the boots that look like those that Em made for Delta, although he probably wouldn't see a connection having met Delta only once. There's nothing else in the closet.*
*Tatsuya finds himself outside, the smaller building Ene is standing by in front of him. He sees the same training area that Gamma, Angel, Ene and PK did.*
*After Ene knocks on the door a powerful rumbling is felt all throughout the area surrounding the dojo. A flock of birds flee from the trees they were resting in as a deep voice resonates loudly from inside the building.*
"Who dares awaken me from my 10,000 year slumber?!"
*He goes over to Pancake Knight and to have his weapon make the Church Bell sound in his radius and replenish his energy, while still having his light.*
"Here to do what I can..." he said to himself, before looking back at Gamma.
"Gamma, we should probably leave that place. The others are way back where there isn't light after all. They might get lost without us..." he yelled across from where he is to Gamma.
Aincrad sighs of relief and sits down beside him. "So the one that trapped me during that whole war thing. Thank god." He shakes his head. "There's a weird ass version of you with black hair going around bringing chaos. Any ideas on how to beat him?" He then turns his head towards the deep voice. "Or you know, an ancient being awakens."
*Raidou jumps in surprise, and drops the the boots he was holding. He motions to the others, and dashes out of the room in the direction of the voice.*
*Tatsuya chuckles and shouts back at the voice with a smirk on his face*
It is I Dio! I have come to destroy you Jostar! So open up that door and face my mighty wrath fool!
*His voice can barely hide his amusement as he starts to snicker at the absurdity of what he's pretty sure is going on here*
W-What the...!?
[Kazuya quickly runs outside going the way Tatsuya went. He presses a few buttons on his COMP, preparing to use the Skill Crack at any moment.]
10,000 year slumber?
This is either a very elaborated joke or...
*Gamma sighs and catches up to Ene*
No need to be so embarrassed, it happens all the time. Besides, that's what I'm around for. If you happen to get into trouble, well, it'll probably be nothing I can't handle.
*Gamma turns around to yell back at Angel*
If I know the others they'll be just fine on their own. But if you're nervous you're more than welcome to turn back.
*Finally, Gamma adresses the building door*
My name's Gamma, and I'm pretty confident you haven't been asleep for 10,000 years. Now then, I know someone who normally lives here, Name's Delta. Care to tell me where they've gone?
Wow! Thanks for the pick me up Angel! No- woah!
*PK had jumped back from the voice and begins to calm down, speaking again
Woah! Who are you? I'm Pancake_Knight! I'm looking for my Sensei Delta! Would you have any idea where he is?
*Ene takes a few quick steps back and falls on her butt*
*The snake on her head almost falls off at the movement*
Ouch that hurt!
Who knew adventuring could actually hurt ...
*The sudden appearance of a voice distracts her from her momentary pain*
*She raises her hand as she begins to look around for the source of the voice*
Umm I woke you up from your slumber mysterious guy .
At least I think I did ...
*She bows her head to nothing in particular*
Sorry!
*Yu looks to the corner of the room and remembers his fight with Chaos.*
So, you've seen that version of me...
I...
I can't believe a version of me would go so far as to kill a friend.
That Yu especially, I don't know if I could beat him...
His power...before I was helpless against it.
*Owain continues to wait for the others to come to the door, not hearing the voice, before realizing everyone went outside. He eventually just goes ahead and follows them.*
"Reasonable...though-" were all the words he could speak before he was interrupted by the deep voice.
"Why does that sound like...nevermind! Anyways, we're just humble travelers in search of exploration. At least me and my friends are, dunno about the others. Probably corpse bandits...please don't try and fight us." he replied to the voice.
*Hearing the name Delta once more, he decides to finally ask who they are.*
"I've never heard the name Delta before...care to tell me what you know of them? One last thing, I'm not nervous, just curious about the well-being of others."
Aincrad places a hand on his shoulder. "You ever hear the saying, power levels mean diddly shit? Same thing applies here. So what he has a lot of power, so do you, and you aren't even fighting alone. I want to wipe that smirk off his face as much as the next guy. I'm sure we will find someway to beat him."
*Gamma looks over to Angel and shrugs*
He's a pretty cool guy I guess. Calm, collected, a lot of people look up to him as a teacher, like PK. One of the few I can get along with pretty well.... Most of the time at least.
*Raidou arrives outside to see everyone looking towards the smaller building.*
*At Tatsuya and the others' responses the voice loudly speaks once more.*
*@Tatsuya* "Your wrath cannot hope to measure up to the anger I feel at being forced to retire from my slumber. Pray to whatever god you believe in or start, for my vengeance shall be swft."
*@Gamma* "Delta you say? This name holds no meaning to me. I am the ruler of this dojo and all it entails. Where that man has gone concerns me not."
*@PK* "It matters not who I am, for unless you all cease your trespassing I shall not be leaving you alive. As I said before, where this 'Delta' is concerns me less than who you fools are."
*@Ene* "I... Well, I wasn't expecting an apology. This changes things... but only slightly! You shall all still face my wrath!
*@Angel* "Hah. You seek adventure in a place of discipline and where martial arts practitioners are to gather? Well I'm certain feeling the extent of my anger will serve as plenty an adventure for the lot of you."
*The ground begins to shake once more before a flash of light blinds those outside. To those looking up, a figure dressed in red and black stands on the top of the building. He's wearing what appears to be... a dark set of Snow Ranger armor. A tattered red scarf flows in the wind to finish the look.*
Yep! He's taught me allot! I had to go through a whole ordeal to bring him back from the sin of Greed with a lot of my friends! It was hard but we did it eventually!
*Yu looks to the windows as he notice the flash of light outside.*
What was that?
*Yu stands up and walks to the door.*
Is everything alright our there?
*Gamma waves to the figure, as though trying to get his attention*
So.... Are you going to come down and chat or something? Maybe tell us to get off your lawn? I know someone named Delta used to work here at the very least, but I guess if you've been sleeping forever you wouldn't know that. *shrug* Either way, I really don't plan on leaving. You did notice the glowing firey dragon around me, right? Not gonna be easy for you.
*PK gets blinded before seeing the person in front of him he then marvels at the new costume, running up and inspecting it
Wow! What a cool suit! I don't remember any Snow Ranger having a dark suit! I've got my white one but that's about it!
*Owain's eyes widen for a second, before drawing his blade and pointing it at the new face, or lack there of.*
Halt, villain, as I saw you're the one tresspassing! This building belongs to someone else, apparently, and therefore you cannot own it!
I order you to leave the premises at once, or my sword hand and I will cut you down where you stand!
*Owain flourishes with his blade before striking a pose with his hand over his face.*
[Kazuya shakes his head and tries to recover his sight once more. After a few seconds of blindness, he looks up and gazes at the figure. His eyes get bigger and shine like a child for a moment.]
So cool...!
[Kazuya then blinks a couple of times, trying to be more serious. The young man takes a few steps forward and waves at him.]
Hello! We're sorry for intruding but like you probably know already, we were looking for our friend!
Once again, we're very sorry for everything.
[Kazuya bows and stays in that position.]
I believe there are alternative ways to needless violence. As I understand it, martial arts are for protection and enlightment. Not to deal with anger.
And even if that is the way, I volunteer to be the one recieving the punishment.
*Say, not saw
*Ene's mouth hangs wide open as she slowly stands up*
*Her eyes sparkle with pure joy*
A-An actual hero ...
*She suddenly lets out a squeal and energetically points at the figure*
I am actually seeing a real life super hero with my own eyes!
This is so awesome!
Aincrad raises his eyebrow and follows Yu. "Probably, let's go find out." He heads out and looks at the light. "Hey no flashing people!"
"That must've been good. I wish to meet this Delta soon." he replied to Gamma, then turning back at that voice, who's now become a figure.
"To be honest, the whole adventure thing was an excuse. Though seeing how you're anger is right now it's more annoying then anything. Perhaps you should abandon this Martial Arts talk and become a follower of Favoritism! It'll make you a better person then you are now..." he said, looking up at the figure.
"Even if you are only one person against 5 the five of us. You might as well give up now, it makes everything easier for all of us...sorry for my rude tone earlier. But still, join Favoritism! You'll still get beaten either way, but it'll give this missionary some inspiration."
*Yu runs out behind Aincrad as he looks up towards the roof and sees the strange figure.*
Is that guy...
Wearing Nexite armor?
*Yu shouts up to the figure.*
Hey!
Who are you exactly?
*Raidou looks at the figure, his eyes sparkling for a minute. Then he shrugs, and whistles. The Poltergeist Trio crowds around the figure and do the single most destructive thing they're capable of: talking. All at once. It is the single most annoying thing anyone there has heard, it's worth noting that Raidou now has earplugs in, and is smiling smugly.*
*Tatsu reaches into his coat and pulls a crimson belt buckle with a gold coin in the center*
Oh so you're a ranger too then!? Well I guess I... Should transform too!
*He thrusts it forward and a determined look appears on his face*
It's morphing time!
*The coin glows with a crimson energy as he tosses the whole thing into the air and a flash of light covers him*
Snow Ranger Crimson!
*As the light clears Tatsuya stands in a dark red suit of his own SR armor, a long sword with the same color and a black handle with gold stripes on it appears in his right hand*
I'd rather not have to fight a fellow Snow Ranger... *A dark look forms under his helmet and his voice takes a sad tone* But if you've decided to harm people for no reason them I'll have no choice comrade!
*Raidou stands there, still ignoring the Poltergeist Trio and looks at Tatsuya with an agape mouth. His expression pretty clearly says: "What the fuck?"*
Aincrad looks at Tatsuya, then the form on the roof, then at the annoying trio. "Welp, we have official reached the first season of power rangers with the reveal of the evil green ranger. Congrats gentlemen, you have turned many kids dreams and made them a reality. This ought to be interesting."
*He seems overwhelmed by Tatsu's outburst of...character.*
"Is this how he always is in battle?" he asked Gamma. "Nonetheless, I hope this isn't all for show. Because if it was, I seemingly attempted Grave Robbery for nothing." Angel said before turning back to the figure.
"There was something in the note about a Kirijo Co. Are they related in this at all or not?" he asked them.
Oh oh! Are we transforming? Okay then! Let's do this! Its morphing time! Pancake Power!
*PK then snaps into action, jumping back then pulling out a white belt with a slot in the center, pulling a Snow White gem out of his pocket and flicking it into the air, landing directly onto the slot in the centre, as PK shoots both of his arms into the air diagonally, pretending to rev and engine before spinning his arms in a circle, putting his hands directly on the gem as he press down on it, the belt extending to cover him in a white body suit and a patented Snow Ranger white helmet
White Snow Ranger reporting for duty!
For the record, no, this isn't normal, not even for here. But on the other hand, my sense of normal has gone pretty much completely numb. So sure, Tatsuya yells silly phrases and goes through costume changes because why not... Makes about as much sense as anything else
Guess if everyone else is using a secondary form...
Henshin!
*Yu holds up his arm as he touches his bracelet. It begins glowing with a blue light as energy particles admit form it and cover Yu's body and materialize into blue armor that covers Yu completely.*
Alright! In this form I can't be beat easily!
*CONFUSED DETECTIVE NOISES*
Aincrad looks at all the secondary forms. "Ummm yeah,,, I don't have that.... So I'll let the people who transform handle this shit."
*The figure tilts his head to look down at the group, his arms remaining crossed as he speaks. Not as loud as he had before, but enough for everyone to hear him.*
*@Gamma* "Whatever powers you have at your disposal matter not to me. I shall not be beaten so easily if it comes to violence. If leaving willingly is too much to expect I'll be happy to force you all."
*@PK* "Snow Rangers? The term is unfamiliar to me. I believe it has nothing to do with me, so if you've nothing meaningful left to say begone with thee."
*@Owain* "Trust me, if you continue down this path, I'll show none of you any mercy."
*@Kazuya* "I didn't expect one with such a sense of honor to be among those here. Both you and the girl have piqued my interest. If it were but you two, I would allow you to leave unhindered. But the company you keep is weighing you down."
*@Ene* "Me, a hero? You may want to get your eyes checked girl. I'm no hero."
*@Angel* "Hmph. To think not only would you disrespect the purpose of my home, but then behave as if you have the power to oppose me? I think I like you the least. You'll be the first I knock down when I teach you all a lesson."
*@Yu* "Who I am is of no importance. It changes nothing, as I am still going to-"
(I typed too much. To be finished next post)
*The poltergeist trio interrupt the figure and he tries to clutch his ears to block out some of their sounds. Unfortunately his helmet gets in the way of that. Not noticing the transformation Tatsuya underwent, a wave of fire surrounds the figure, hoping to drive the poltergeist trio away.*
"It seems like the time for talking ironically, is now over. You shall all know my anger!"
*He points his hand at the group and a giant bolt of lightning strikes down upon the position everyone is at.*
(Feel free to dodge the attack. You guys get a move each as per the norm, then I'll respond to each action. The more description you use, the better of a response I can give.)
*Player Phase, start!*
*Laharl rubs his eyes and yawns, being hit by the lightning but not noticing.*
Huh?
*Raidou rolls forward, as he does he draws his trusty revolver and fires twice at the figure's chest. Seems he's not outright aiming to kill at the moment.*
*He is then mesmerized, yet still confused by everyone undergoing transformations as if this was Sailor Moon.*
"Well, if that's the case, then how come you aren't participating? I'm just not doing it because I can't..." he replied jokingly, before turning back at the figure.
"Is there anything wrong I'm saying? For one, I would dread to be in your home, and also, I'm just saying the truth. You really think this situation would turn out good for anyone?...Well, at least you know a thing about Favoritism. Liking someone more then another and shoving it in their face is a symbol of Favoritism after all!" he mocked the figure confidently.
*After Owain watches in amazement as the people around him transform into awesome looking forms, he looks back at the figure, being then struck with a large lightning bolt. Despite being hit head on, he seems mildly unfazed.*
My sword hand was twitching, I knew you were going to fight us, I had no doubt!
Now, face MY thunderous fury, fiend!
*Owain swaps swords for a jagged one sparking with electricity. He points it at their foe, and a large beam of electricity blast out directly towards him.*
*Gamma catches sight of the lightning and shifts his stance to get closer to the ground*
No one dare shoot fire or light please. I have an idea. Shiranui, MaEigaon.
*4 tendrils of darkness come out of the ground behind Gamma, reaching over him to form a barrier. Once the lightning bolt strikes them, they begin to glow yellow as the electricity flows through them. The tendrils lash out towards the figure, two aiming to his sides, one covering the top, and another going directly towards him. If successful, the tendrils would latch onto him and reduce his mobility, with electrocution as a bonus.*
Ooc: Oh shit I forgot Player Phase. Oh well, I'll just take my action last.
Aincrad sees him point and he swears as he rolls out the way. "Aw come on! I wasn't even going to fight! Do I look like I have a secondary transformation?! Fuck I need one bad." He points his cane at the figure. "Time for a showstopper! Come on out, Hephaestus!" Blue flames dance behind Aincrad as Hephaestus rises from the ground. "Send him to Kingdom Come! Blazing Hell!" A giant fireball forms in Hephaestus hands and he sends it flying at the figure.
*Yu let's the lightning hit as Izanagi-no-Okami appears behind him allowing him to resist the attack.*
Sorry, but your gonna have to do better than that!
*Yu jumps up into the air as he accelerates high into the air due to the armor before pushing off the air and rushing into the figure with his sword pulled out aiming for the figures left arm as he flies past them. Meanwhile, Izanagi lifts into the air and begins charging it's magic energy as the air around the spinning blade grows cold.*
*Gamma looks over at Aincrad and shakes his head*
For crying out loud, I just said NO fire. What do you think these things are made of? *gestures to his tendrils* Adamantium? Heat and light, bad idea.
*Tatsuya darts in a blur towards the building... But not before a bit of the bolt slams at him, he raises his sword to block feeling the currents flow into his arm as it glows with electric energy*
Hey I can use this! Time to show you the power of a ranger!
*He smirks under the mask and leaps onto the rooftop, the current in his blade suddenly focusing into the the tip as he stabs at Unknown from afar a small bolt flying for the man's head as Tatsuya follows behind it*
Now we're gonna fight like men! No ranged attacks no cheap tricks just real fighting!
Aincrad turns to Gamma eyes shifting. "Well excuse me! Fire and light are my attacks! And until he gets down here that's pretty much all I have!" He strokes his chin a little. "Well I can test something new out... Gamma, what say you to an impromptu coop attack?"
*PK takes the electricity like a champ as it conducts towards his energy blade, charging the battery within,
He he! Time to put this suit to good use! Let's go! Fusion: Waffles!
*PK then opens a rift behind him, P+S flying into it as it crackles with energy, out comes the shining knight in golden armour Waffles, carrying a spear
Waffles! Thunder reign! Let's see if this'll work!
*PK then jumps onto and off of the giant knight as he strikes himself with a burst of electricity, gaining a large overcharge in his laser blade, then maneuvering in the air to strike at the figure with a large burst of energy, releasing all of it in one strike
Snow Ranger strike! Electricity burst!
"Hmph, well if that's how you like doing this, fine! Hail Evangeline!" he said as one of his personas came out to shield him from the lightning. Evangeline, a young Angel and the Goddess of Luck, summoned two rolling dice, landing a 6 and a 4, since it was over 6, the lightning dissapated from his sight as he used God's Calling.
Ooc: God's Calling: Colossal Physical Damage. Low accuracy, but deals a critical hit if it even hits.
*Gamma looks back to Aincrad, then to the distant figure*
Fine, just tell me whatever you want me to do, and I'll have fun watching your random scheme blow up. Not like I'm doing anything else right now
Aincrad grins. "Tell me, how do your tendrils deal with wind?"
My tendrils can act as wires for any type of magic, with varying effectiveness. Works best with ice, worst with light. But if you have wind, then I have an idea for a combo attack. Like to call it Howling Blizzard.
[Kazuya rapidly moves away from the strikes and sighs with a smile.]
Alright...I guess I should try it, I really hate fighting.
[Kazuya clears his throat and opens his legs for a bit and lifts his left arm up to his chest, showing his COMP to the front.]
Insert.
[Kazuya then crosses both arm in the shape of a X, and in quick succession, he separates both arm wide open making the shape of a T.]
Loading.
[And in just one second, he takes one step forward with his left foot, and moves his left arm towards his right, pressing a button on his COMP.]
Run. SR System initiated!
[A bright light covers Kazuya's body and many 1's and 0's of color green cover him. After maybe a second or two, his body is revealed. A suit of emerald green and and light armor on top of it. White gauntlets, with his left porting his COMP and boots, black body armor and knee pads, as well as some leg protection. He has a katana of green desings on resting on his left hip and he is not wearing a helmet, but a face mask and a pair of green sunglasses.]
Shining blade, Dazzling soul!
Emerald Snow Ranger.
[Kazuya strikes a really simple pose, just standing with his left arm lifted to the face height as he prepares for battle.]
I...can't believe this worked.
Wait, what?
*Laharl stands up and walks over to Gamma*
Yeah, I was just gonna take a nap and all, but I can't let you go ahead and call it that. That name sucks!
"I sort of have wind. And ice." He presses a button on his cane and a wind sphere forms around him. "I can alter how this forms so this idea might be very dangerous to me. But if you can see a way this'll work, be my guest."
*Gamma looks at the wind sphere and sighs*
Afraid not, the idea is for the wind to be able to strike the opponent, taking shards of ice with it. Blizzard won't work.
*Gamma casts Laharl a sideways glance*
And for the record, it was made over a month ago simply because it describes the maneuver. Not looking for anything fancy, just effective
"I feel like I could've done more then just do a physical move...don't you think so Gamma? After all, God's Calling doesn't hit that much...Still packs a punch when it does." he asked Gamma, looking at the field and seeing everything going at the one figure.
*He then looks behind Gamma and sees the tendrils. "Are those tentacles yours? It fits you, but I thought you were mainly ice based..."
You're fucking retarded! If you wanted to describe the maneuver, just call it a fucking hailstorm!
*The man stomps on the roof, causing tiles to fly into the air and take most of the force from the bullets Raidou shot at him. They hit his armor and fall to the ground without doing much. The poor roof's tiles are no more though, so he's likely not doing that again.*
*The beam of electricity strikes the man but... it does nothing. Rather odd.*
*The tendrils grab onto him, but the electricity does nothing to faze him. Unfortunately, the Blazing Hell would weaken the tendrils enough for him to break free shortly after being caught and leap over the fire.*
*Tatsuya, Yu and PK all aim their close range attacks on him. Yu's sword is deflected by the armor on his left arm as he passes by. Tatsuya's blade is knocked back by the man's right hand as he attempts to kick Tatsuya in front of him to take the brunt of PK's attack.*
*God's Calling unfortunately misses this time around. The figure barely paying it any heed with how off it is.*
"Know my power!"
*Creating distance by pushing off of Tatsuya with his kick, the man takes to the air and spins rapidly. Landing on the far side of the roof, he's seemingly multiplied. There's now three of him! For the sake of simplicity, from front to back, call them 1, 2 and 3.*
*Player Phase! Sorry for the wait.*
Aincrad nods and reactivates the wind wall, forming it into the shape of a bullet. His cane right where the tip of the bullet is. "Gamma, wrap whatever abilities you can around the wind wall. We are going to fire me straight at him." Aincrad grins as Hephaestus lines up behind the bullet waiting.
*Gamma sighs and looks over to Angel, tossing and catching a chunk of ice*
Ice and Dark, that's what I use, that's what I do. Though, I would like to know what you mean by "it fits you".
*Gamma then turns to Aincrad*
Ok, so what was your plan then? And does it affect multiple targets? My tendrils can latch onto as many things as needed, and are PRACTICALLY unbreakable. I say practically because some magic they can't absorb effectively. Like fire for example. And light.
"We are going to shoot a mix of ice, wind and dark abilities while impaling him on the end of my cane. Sound about right?"
*Laharl steps into Gamma's conversation to show off*
Oh, you mean like THIS!?
*Laharl sets himself on fire using demon energy. The flames raging and reaching far above his head to the ceiling, and spreading to the floor nearby.*
Alright, your funeral.
Shiranui, MaEigaon.
*4 tendrils of darkness come out of the ground around Aincrad, wrapping themselves around the bullet. The tendrils act as though they are made of rubber, stretching as needed.*
Shiranui, Ice Age.
*Ice quickly creeps up the tendrils, turning them a blue color, though it has no noticable effect on their properties*
"Oh this is perfect for me! Now, Hail Balberith!" he shouted as a figure in dark robes stood behind him.
*Angel proceeds to smask his Headed Great Axe into the ground, bringing the part where the skull seemingly becomes reanimated, it's arms moving around. on the handle of the weapon. As this happened, he decided to use Ancestor's Scream on all three of them. The side effect that has come to him now is a chance to inflict Despair on the man.*
Ooc: Ancestor's Scream: Severe Almighty Damage: Three random side effects, one of them occuring now.
[Kazuya keeps both eyes closed as he looks at the scene. He unshealts his sword with calm and holds it with his right in a reverse grip. He feels the sword has different modes he can switch between. He keeps the sword the way it is though. He slowly walks to the front with a new found confidence.]
Avalanche Blade, running 50%.
[He jump on the roof, making his way to Nº1. He charges up the attack for a moment, perhaps making it predictable. He unleashes the attack, creating a white wave of icy energy, capable of going through enemies. Kazuya is aiming to hit Nº1 and Nº2 at the same time with this one attack.]
F5 Mode, now reset.
[Despite calling his attacks, Kazuya stays in complete silence, as if taunting his opponent, but also analyzing them.]
*He stabs his blade into the ground stopping himself from being pushed back*
Cheap trick but it work on I the great crimson! Now then time for a combo attack Lucifer!
*In but a moment a towering demon appears behind Tatsuya a floating blade of darkness appears in front of the group and tries to stab itself straight into 3's chest as Tatsu surges forward and leaps into the air, his Persona flies up meeting him and tosses him higher as his blade crackles with crimson energy, while Tatsu rockets down at 1 the blade pointed toward his chest well away from the heart*
Snow Ranger Crimson Drop!
Aincrad grins as he tosses Gamma one last thumbs up while Hephaestuswinds up and takes aim looking straight at number two. "Eat shit!" With that Hephaestus swings his hammer straight into the blunt end of the bullet as Aincrad gets sent rocketing towards number two. He presses one last button on his cane and both him and the bullet speed up even more.
*Owain looks upset at the uselessness of his attack, before running up to the building and beginning to climb up the wall on onto the roof.*
If you won't come down here and fight us like a true warrior, then you're nothing but a lowly coward! Have you no shame, villain?!
Gods, why does everyone else jump so high and have such powerful offensive magics...
*Yu land on the alternate side of the roof as he digs his feet into the tiling and faces the figure. He goes in to slash at his back while Izanagi-no-Okami unleashes a rodent of ice crystals towards his front that freeze what they touch on contact.*
Hmmm, time to mix this up a bit! Fusion: Jack Gloves!
*PK then opens another rift that consumes Waffles, crackling with energy as 2 gloves fall towards PK, PK then jumps at No.3 with a single burst of energy, leaving behind a few flames from how fast he's moving, going for a superman punch as electricity emits from his gloves,
Snow Ranger! Electricity Slam!
*He turns back to Gamma, the skull seemingly dying again, the arms stop moving.*
"I meant it's because how all the others said it, because you're edgy. That's all. Though I wonder why he thought a good way of us knowing their power is cloning..." he said to Gamma.
*Raidou grunts, seeing as that little plan didn't work. He draws his sword, and orders the Poltergeist Trio to attack, and the three annoyances begin floating up toward the trio. Raidou himself, nimbly climbs the building and charges toward the three, but specifically number two. He starts an upward slash, but stops before the attack can connect and leaps backwards off of the building and fires twice at the copy with his revolver. Considering the fact that he's falling, they probably aren't that accurate, but hey it looked cool.*
*Gamma sighs and shakes his head, turning back the way he came*
Yeah, I get that quite a bit Angel. No matter, I trust you people. Have fun with this, *yawn* I'll probably just head home or whatever. Ciao.
*Gamma walks towards the front of the building and out the door, muttering to himself much of the way*
*The scream from Angel misses the first two, but 3 is hit and falls off the roof. He flips to catch himself however and seems to be channeling something.*
*Number 1 stands firm at the sight of Kazuya's attack... then jumps over icy wave he sent forth. 2 is forced to bring up his guard suddenly and take the full extent of the attack. Shivering, 2 plants his feet on the roof to stop from falling off, but the damage appears to have been done.*
*Due to being knocked off the roof, number 3 avoids being skewered by Lucifer. Number one however, is taken by surprise by Tatsuya's attack and the sword passes through his armor quite easily.... Then number 1 explodes in a burst of dark energy that hits Tatsuya at point blank. Ouch.*
*Number 2 sees Aincrad launched towards him and a subtle blue flash appears around his head. He raises his hand and a small pillar of ice forms underneath him, raising the man above Aincrad's trajectory.*
*By extension, Yu's attack misses number 3 and number 2.*
*Number three responds to PK's punch with one of his own, fire engulfing his fist. The electricity that flowed into him does nothing, but the force of the blow knocks him back a bit.*
*Raidou's faint works, and one of his shots hit number 2 on his way up, causing him to stumble slightly.*
*Number 3 dashes towards Angel after recovering from the clash with PK and jumps in the air. He aims a fire infused kick at him, aiming for the head. Number 2 backflips off of the ice pillar and lands on the roof in front of Yu. Wasting no time, he goes for a sweep to knock the silver haired wildcard off of his feet.*
*Players, you've got two more attacks before I'm done. Make them count!*
I'm bored again!
*Laharl leaves to take a nap.*
*Ene having been siting away from the action begins to clap in amusement*
Looking good everyone!
*At her feet lies a sign saying "Team moral support"*
The bullet Aincrad was in crashes through the pillar and dissolves leaving Aincrad to roll to a stop on the roof, then charges at Number 2 again, still using the speed charge from his cane, hoping to catch him off guard while he is focused on Yu. When in range he swings his cane towards the knee of his leg then using that momentum jumps slightly and spin kicks him in the face.
[Now back on solid earth, Raidou smirks. Seems he's feeling confident in dealing with this group. The trio feels the same way, and a green light connects the four of them. Raidou's gun glows with the same energy, and the detective levels it at the copy he shot before. He pulls the trigger, and a gust of wind escapes the barrel of his revolver alongside the last bullet he had loaded, which itself is coated in wind magic provided by the trio thanks to their synchronization with Raidou.]
"Hmmm, I guess I should just do this then? Ok, Hail Horasu!" he said as a figure with stars orbiting around them appeared.
"Don't you dare come closer!" he said to Number 3 as he Drags his Headed Great Axe across the ground and then slashing it upwards from the ground to create a beam of light traveling across the ground going straight for Number 3.
*After he summoned Horasu, he decided to use God's Calling at Number 3 for an attempted clash. No matter if it misses or not, he follows it up with a Divine Judgement and Nihil's Curse combo after God's Calling.*
Ooc: Divine Judgement: Bless-Halves HP. Nihil's Curse: Heavy Curse Damage and Drains both SP and HP. Chance to instant kill is greater the less HP the opponent has but is guaranteed with
*Owain looks pissed off once on the roof. He switches his sword for another one, with a curved single edged blade. Gripping it tightly, he yells out.*
Alright, you! I'm tired of waiting for the fight to come to like I'm a nobody! Take one of my ultimate attacks!
HOLY WAR STRIKE!
*Owain glows red for a moment, before he blasts off towards 2, a few afterimages appearing behind him. Once he reaches his target, he quickly slashes his sword upwards, hopefully injuring his target and jumping high into the air with it. He lands on his feet afterwards a few paces back from where he jumped.*
[Knowing that repeating the same attack is less likely to work this time, Kazuya changes the reverse grip to a front grip, holding his sword in two hands.]
Blizzard Blade, running at 75%.
[This time he holds the sword pointing up, and the sword rapidly extends up into the sky with green energy, creating small currents of wind all around. He immediately attacks with a downward slash of both winds and ice, aimed at No.2.]
F5, now reset.
[Kazuya prepares to change into his weapon's final mode for the next turn.]
This is amazing, but I feel like this form can't be maintained for much time.
[Kazuya smiles with excitement under his mask, clenching left fist with great passion.]
I feel like an actual hero...!
*PK jumps back and slams his fists together, clapping with his gloves as he puts then into the air, creating a blue rift as space hardens and breaks from the tension, the gloves flying in as Waffles appear once again, slamming his spear into the ground as a blast of energy flies into the sky, hitting PK on its way down in a rainbow of colors, improving his strength, speed and defense
Alright! Getting ready for the final strike now!
*Tatsuya lands on one knee and smirks at 2 as the dark energy covers him before he emerges unharmed thanks to Lucifer*
Alright then time for a new tactic!
*He reaches down to a key on his waist and spins it around before crushing it causing a flurry of ice to spout up and suddenly form into a two wheel motorcycle made of ice, the lights being crimson crystal encased in clear ice along with a pair of icicle hand grips*
Alright then time to try out my Blizcycle!
*The man grins as he leaps onto the motorcycle and slams his sword into a slot on the right side causing a pair of guns to come out on each side as he drives right for 2 firing blasts of ice from the guns before he reaches the for and quickly pulls his blade out to deliver an attempt at a drive by slash*
Driving Hailstorm!
*As he continues driving the bike falls off the rooftop and Tatsu looks back at the foe with a smug grin before crashing into the ground... Somehow his bike and person remain unharmed*
*As Aincrad approaches a mostly transparent... monster appears and coils around number 2. It unleashes a roar and a wall of ice erupts from the roof, stopping Aincrad from approaching. Number 2 clutches his head in apparent pain as this happens.*
*The wind bullet shot by Raidou and the wind/ice slash by Kazuya combine and (thankfully) pass by Aincrad and destroy the wall of ice and cause the transparent creature to dissipate.*
*Number 3 clashes with Angel's attack before being overwhelmed by the other skills. Like Number 1, number 3 explodes in a burst of dark energy around Angel.*
*Owain makes it to Number 2 and his attack connects. The man takes it like a champ though, and doesn't suffer much from it.*
*Tatsuya's admittedly cool (ice pun, yes I get it.) drive by does hit number 2 thanks to Raidou and Kazuya's strikes against the wall and creature. Number 2 doesn't look too physically hurt, but something's definitely wrong.*
*The remaining and real man jumps from the roof and lands on the ground away from everyone while clutching his head.*
"What... what are you people making me remember?"
*He does nothing. Players, go wild!... within reason please!*
Time for a finisher! Let's do this! White Snow Ranger Rush!
*PK then runs up to the figure and does a sweep with his legs before doing an upper cut with his pair of Jack Gloves, hitting him into the air before changing into dual Breakfast swords, slashing at him multiple times as PK fires his crossbow while the swords strike, fusing one last time into Waffles as PK grabs a hold of the spear that Waffles holds onto, charging a megaton of energy into his laser blade as he forms a comically large hammer to crash onto the figure, PK then wipes his brow exhausted from the strike
Whew! That took a lot of energy!
*Gouto, who was mostly keeping quiet until now, slinks forward and sits down in front of the man.*
You seem to be having some issues. That multiplication thing is a neat trick, but fighting this many strong people really wasn't a good idea. By the way, have we met? I'm sure we have. Maybe you should open up your eyes, I'm sure you've got some things that still need doing.
*The cat turns to the incoming bunch of attacks and wags his tail.*
Anyway, you have fun with those guys, I'll see you later.
*Gouto jumps out of the way of the barrage so as not to end up a frozen Catsicle. Raidou meanwhile is a bit more focused on the logistical impossibility of an ice motorcycle than doing any sort of finisher.*
Aincrad sits back and watches the others work holding his side and breathing heavy. "Y'all can have at him... Just try not to kill please... Show mercy..." With that he sits on the roof grunting in pain. "Stupid... Damn... Ribs..."
*Owain just sits and stares at the man who just shugged off a powerful attack of his, and is immune to his only other form of damage. He takes a seat with a pouting expression, pulls out a small staff, and holds it in the air. The allied party is healed by 50%.*
Stupid armor guy, immune to my attacks and takes barely anything from my other ones...
Gods damn you and your bullshit clones...
*Tatsu pulls his helmet off and smiles at the man from his bike*
The important things Delta, your friends the weird ass battles we've shared... Heh, kinda funny to finally be here again after all this time but it's good to be back Delta! Now then take off that silly costume and get back to normal.
*Long after any finishers have taken place Tatsuya walks over to the man and offers him the headband he had found before*
Don't you have some unwary students to beat into shape... Sensei?
*Tatsu smirks at him before walking away a bit as his costume sword and bike all vanish*
This stuff is fun for a while man but come on, we got real work to deal with so time ta get serious again right?
*He sighs and pulls a lighter out of his pocket, absently flicking it and watching the flames as he hopes very much that his words actually got through*
Complete Everest, 100% engaged.
[Kazuya holds the sword with his left hand and points it to the front, the armor around his body separates and joins the sword. Kazuya's entire body is coveres by a white, blinding circle for a few seconds, and once it disappears, it's revealed that Kazuya is now wearing his normal outfit and nothing from his past Snow Ranger attire, except for the sunglasses which light up with green light, aiming.]
Mech-igloo.
Downloading.
[The combination of armor, sword and COMP turns into a frozen one-arm cannon. This small weapon is now charging up the next attack, absorving the water in the air.]
Download complete.
DDS-NET connected.
IP: 10.30.1992
Cooling down...!
[The sunglasses disappear and Kazuya finally makes the shot, after maybe 2 seconds of preparation (Crazy, I know). The attack itself is a small ball of light, with the purpose of trapping the enemy and taking away any kind of energy their bodies/weapon/etc are creating. If it hits, the enemy is covered in an igloo as the energy is quickly drained, only for the enemy to released shortly after.]
Cool down complete...
[Kazuya drops and is able to stay up thanks to one of his knees, tired due to the strain the suit apparently had on him. After a few seconds though, he stands up and decided that it would be better to walk up to his opponent.]
Geez, that took a while.
Hopefully you're feeling more chill now.
"So most of the work is done? Well, if that's the case then I'll be off now Blessings to you all!" he said to everyone before casting Salvation on his party and leaves, not knowing about Owain's 50% heal.
*And so, he makes a farewell, confident that we'll win...don't do a 180...*
*The man takes the combo from PK before being trapped inside the igloo from Kazuya's arm cannon. When it disperses, the man is standing shakily on his feet as the black colors fade from his armor, leaving it a bright shade of red. The armor then fades as underneath it, Delta drops to a knee from exhaustion. His eyes are clouded over until Tatsuya's words bring him back to reality. Standing back up after Tatsuya begins to walk away, he looks towards everyone with a slightly confused expression. The first thing he says being:*
How do you all know where I live? I've never shown anyone this place before.
*Walking slowly to the door of the building he was formerly fighting on top of he addresses the group as if a battle had never taken place.*
Since you're here I should probably make you some tea like a proper host. Follow me inside.
[Kazuya blinks a couple of times, but decides it's best to keep his silence for now. The young man just smiles as he nods and walks forward following Delta.]
Aincrad looks down at the group from the roof. "... Well okay then." He sits back and sighs. "Sure that works. Why the hell not."
Huh how did we know where you live... *He rubs his chin in thought before shrugging as he hasn't the foggiest either*
Honestly I didn't even know you lived here, guess we just got really lucky this time huh... But what I'm most curious about is how exactly we pulled out that Snow Ranger stuff again. And also why you briefly went mad but eh.
*Tatsu smiles and simply shrugs off the oddness of it all clearly happy with a job well done*
*Raidou chuckles, and it dawns on him that he never introduced himself to Delta. He bows politely, and presents himself as Raidou Kuzunoha XIV, and his feline companion as Gouto-Doji. The cat laughs at his partner.*
Good lord Raidou, always so formal. Anyway, nice to meet you Delta, we were there at your palace, but I don't think we've never properly met.
*Owain hops off the roof, before following Delta into the building, a bit suspicious.*
Er, why exactly are we letting then just invite us in now? Weren't they jusy attacking us?
Aincrad coughs and slowly makes his way down and follows the others in. "Freakin ribs... Heya M. Nice to see ya. Been a while."
It's a long story Owain but these things happen around the Nexus... A lot actually you just get used to it after a while.
*Leading all those that follow inside, the interior of the building is that of a small apartment. Delta ushers everyone to sit in the "living room" area of the house. There's a wooden table and mats to sit on placed around it. Delta goes to the kitchen nearby and begins making tea and gathering cups.*
Tatsuya, I didn't go mad thankfully... Just a trick left over from when Mammon and I were fusing. Didn't think he'd have a sense of humor...
A pleasure to meet those I'm not familiar with. I've been asleep for a while, but you should hopefully be seeing more of me from now on. Take a seat, I'll have tea ready shortly for you all. Tell me though, how much has happened while I was away?
[Kazuya then sits down on one of the mats, and he awkwardly runs the back of his head.]
Well...one of the things that happened is that I was part of a group whose goal was to destroy the Nexus, long story.
Then a tournament in which I lost in the first round, and now...well, I got myself into more trouble, so once again, long story.
*Owain sits down as well, now eager to talk with the master of the dojo.*
So, Delta was it? It's a pleasure to meet you as well!
You own this dojo, right? What type of martial art do you teach?
Aincrad sits down still holding his side. "Remember Shadow? That one guy you had a fight with when we first entered the Nexus?"
Shadow forms beside Aincrad. "Heyo M."
"Yeah he's my Persona."
*Raidou respectfully removes his cloak upon entering, and folds it up on the floor next to his seat. Gouto makes himself comfortable on the table itself. The summoner perks up at "destroy", and recalls being told to enter a weird portal of sorts by Kazuya a few weeks ago. He figures he'll ask him about it later, and just stays quiet.*
*Ene sits on a mat and thinks*
Hmm has a lot happened recently ...?
*She attempts to think back but finds no memory*
*Eventually she just shakes her head and shrugs*
Guess not!
*She then smiles*
Can't wait for some actual tea!
*He chuckles a bit at Kazuya's explanation.*
Trouble just follows you around doesn't it? Now that I'm awake again I hope I'll be able to help you out.
*Turning to Owain he nods at his first question and responds to the second.*
The martial art I teach is a mixture of many styles with an emphasis on combining martial techniques with any form of magic one might possess. While I don't use weapons myself, the methods can be applied to much the same result. Are you interested in becoming a disciple of the Delta School of Martial Arts?
*Addressing Aincrad and Shadow, Delta gives them a sad look.* I wasn't quite myself when we fought... Actually, really it wasn't me at all. Oh, the tea's done.
*With haste, Delta pours the finished tea into cups and brings them on a tray into the living room. Setting it on the table he takes one for himself and holds it in his hands, staring into it.*
I've never been especially lucky, Master Kuzunoha himself can confirm it's always been like this.
[Kazuya laughs at himself, even if there is a slight tint of sadness in his voice. He then recieves the tea and takes a sip, nodding.]
Thanks though.
But I'm more interested to know about what is up with you, I haven't seen you in forever.
He merely shakes his head as Shadow disperses. "Yeah alright... I have to get going... Thanks for the tea M, I'll see y'all later." He gets up and leaves.
*Tatsuya has been quietly listening, not really feeling much needs to be said with his curiousness satisfied, he simply grabs a cup and begins drinking glad that things seem to be what passes as normal again*
Magic...
*Owain thinks for a moment, before returning focus to Delta.*
I have some prowess in magic thanks to my mother but...
I'm afraid it's mostly for into healing and support magic. I looked into offensive magic but it just didn't really work well with me.
Perhaps this isn't a type of training meant for me...
*Owain slumps a little, before taking a small piece of something from his pocket, examining it, before quickly putting it away again.*
*Seeing Aincrad leave so suddenly makes her remember something*
*She quickly takes a sip of the tea and suddenly stands up*
Sorry everyone but I have to go now.
Got some planning to do!
*She hurriedly waves at everyone before running out*
Hah. There's not much to say really. I've been asleep in here since I got back from the Palace. As I slept I was wandering through a fog of my forgotten memories as I felt my body changing on a fundamental level. I'm still me but... you guys were actually fighting my body back then. I likely wouldn't have survived if I had returned to it. I'm not sure how, but I guess Mammon felt he might lose and he made this one in case. So I've just been in a controlled coma.
*He takes a sip of his tea before responding to Owain after saying goodbye to Aincrad and Shadow.*
I wouldn't say this isn't meant for you. My martial art is meant to be flexible in nature. Even without magical augmentation, I like to think it hold up fairly well in most scenarios. I could likely find a way to incorporate healing and support magic into certain techniques if given enough time... This is something I'd definitely like to experiment with.
I see, so that's basically it.
[Kazuya takes a big sip of his tea and lets out a sigh of relief.]
I don't think you even remember, but "10,000 year slumber"? What was that supposed to mean?
Am I supposed to take that literally, Oldie? Or was that for the drama?
[He takes a quick sip of the tea once more, laughing.]
I'm kidding, but...really now, what's up with that?
*Owain finally takes a sip of his tea before responding.*
Really..? I need to be stronger to complete my mission, and supporting my allies is... important.
Well, If you'll take me, I'd love to take part in your training, Sensei.
*Owain does a small bow to Delta while sitting down still, keeping his head down.*
Ah, that. Well you see-
*Delta smiles sheepishly at the mention of the "10,000 year slumber" before answering.*
Mammon thought it'd be funny if I acted a bit like some Saturday morning cartoon villain. He took advantage of my position as leader of the Snow Rangers for ah... dramatic effect I guess. I'd like to just forget that ever happened.
*Delta smiles warmly at Owain's desire to study under him.*
I turn down no prospective students. It will be tough, but the path of martial arts is well worth it in my eyes.
Yes, let's.
[Kazuya finishes his tea and palces both hands on his knees, keeping quiet for a few seconds.]
I have a question.
Back then you said I "took something away" from you, and then decided that it would be best to fight me.
I never quite got what you meant, Delta.
*Owain smirks, picking his head up and leaning on the table towards Delta.*
Don't fret, I never back down from a challenge! Just you wait, as I, Owain Dark, shall become into your most prestigious learner before you can spell Fimbulvetr correctly!
*Delta grips his cup slightly tighter before sighing and answering Kazuya. His hand relaxes as he speaks.*
With that... At the time it felt as if you had taken my pride Kazuya. I don't have much going for me. Back then I felt like barely anyone would remember me, I couldn't control my Persona powers and Mammon was starting to seep into my personality and fuse with my psyche. You, Tatsuya, and Yu at the time just seemed like everything would end up resolving once you got involved. I wanted to prove that I could be just as important, just as useful and just as remembered as you three. I'll admit it's not my proudest moment but... I stand by my decision even now.
*Delta's eyes are deathly serious before relaxing once Owain speaks.*
Haha, we'll soon see with time Owain. As long as you're a disciple here, the facilities yours to use. If you'd like, one of the rooms in the main dojo can be yours to use as you see fit.
Glorious! I've been so pained to take my resting is such desperate locations, I could simply do with a blanket and be completely satisfied!
*Owain drinjs some more tea, before calming down.*
Seriously though, I'd be nice to get out of the open air and into a nice bed for once. Compared to my last trip to a foreign land, this has been... very cold, comparatively.
Gamma said something similar yesterday, I see.
I think I understand better now, thank you.
[With this said, Kazuya stands up and bows to Delta as a show of respect.]
I will leave for now, but I'm glad I could talk to you again after so long.
[Be takes a few steps to the door, but stops right besides Delta, placing a hand on his shoulder.]
We will be seeing each other soon, I'm sure of it!
Oh, and I'm now developing and perfecting my style. You could say I'm doing it so it can be passed down to newer generations.
Maybe our "Styles" will become rivals as time goes on.
[Kazuya then keeps walking towards the door.]
The name is "Relentless Fury", or "Reikoku Ikari". Sword techniques.
Although the name will probably change as times goes on!
See you around!
[Kazuya chuckles and waves goodbye.]
*Raising an eyebrow at Owain's shift in temperament, Delta takes a longer drink of his tea.*
Things must have changed once I slept and you came here. I remember lots of displaced people finding some sort of house to live in with the help of others. This, "destroying the Nexus" thing might have had something to do with souring peoples opinions of others. It's no 5 star hotel, but this dojo serves me well as a home.
*Delta returns Kazuya's bow and chuckles at the mention of rival styles.*
I enjoyed being able to speak with you again as well. I look forward to seeing how our techniques compare to one another. Take care my friend.
*Owain returns to a normal position and crosses his arms.*
Well there were some, but I didn't have enough money. I thought food and water were more important than shelter right now...
And I don't really know anyone too well yet, so I'd be weird to ask for money, right?
A wise decision I would say. I can show you where everything is in the morning. For tonight, you can sleep here. I have an extra bed in the back for guests. Don't worry about the cost of anything. I'll be putting you to work as part of your training. Just focus on surviving from day to day. I'll be pushing you without much pause once we begin.
*Since the man behind the screen is starting to pass out, assume Delta does responsible things like showing Owain where he can sleep for the night and getting him situated.*