Allons-y!
*Kalib follows suit.*
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*PK then jumps into the door after Kalib
*PK then jumps into the door after Kalib
*Walking through the doors, everyone is brought to an empty GYM. The exit is colored blue, and a black door stands before them. As always, the voice speaks.*
"To choose uncertainty over the stability you crave is no small endeavor. Take heart in your courage to step back into the unknown and the assurance that one day, stability may find you when you least expect it. The path forward is open..."
"To choose uncertainty over the stability you crave is no small endeavor. Take heart in your courage to step back into the unknown and the assurance that one day, stability may find you when you least expect it. The path forward is open..."
(I swear every time I'm going to do this...)
*Emerson's belt changes color from white, to black.*
(I'm good for another if you all are. Kalib, PK and Yu are left. We can do the last two sometime tomorrow and get the finale over and done with. Then we'll never look back at how long I caused this to take.)
*Emerson's belt changes color from white, to black.*
(I'm good for another if you all are. Kalib, PK and Yu are left. We can do the last two sometime tomorrow and get the finale over and done with. Then we'll never look back at how long I caused this to take.)
OOC: an empty gym or an empty GYM?
(I'm ready to tear my heart out right now if you guys are.)
Ooc: mm I think I can go for one more!
*PK notices the gym and takes a look around
You know Kalib! We never had that rematch! It got crashed by your infection!
*PK notices the gym and takes a look around
You know Kalib! We never had that rematch! It got crashed by your infection!
*Kalib looks to PK and Em before eyeing the black door.*
Alright....I think I'm finally ready for my trial....are you guys with me?
Alright....I think I'm finally ready for my trial....are you guys with me?
*Kalib laughs.*
That's true! You should stop by the real GYM at some point! I've been working on a super move haha!
That's true! You should stop by the real GYM at some point! I've been working on a super move haha!
I kinda want in on that. I've been wanting an actual match, y'know...
Anyways, I'm ready. On you.
Anyways, I'm ready. On you.
*Kalib nods before opening the black door.*
Allons-y!
Allons-y!
I've been improving as well! P+S could probably beat you on their own!
*PK laughs to himself for bit before taking another look around
I wonder why GYM though! How many memories fo you have of this place!
*PK laughs to himself for bit before taking another look around
I wonder why GYM though! How many memories fo you have of this place!
*Everyone goes through the door with Kalib taking the lead. The familiar scene plays out before them. A light encasing the one going through the trial, and then slowly blinding the rest. When the light fades, they all find themselves in LeBlanc. Boss is serving curry to Star; Yuki and Aigis are talking to one another and more familiar faces are strewn about the cafe. Nobody's taken notice of them standing in the entrance with the door open... yet.*
-Trial Zone: Act 20XX. Players, begin!-
-Trial Zone: Act 20XX. Players, begin!-
*Kalib's eyes twinkle as he approaches the counter.*
Wow, Boss! This place is filled to the brim! What's the occasion? Oh! And can I get a house blend, I'm kinda thirsty!
*He smiles warmly as he scratches the back of his head.*
Wow, Boss! This place is filled to the brim! What's the occasion? Oh! And can I get a house blend, I'm kinda thirsty!
*He smiles warmly as he scratches the back of his head.*
I wonder which Leblanc this is! They always seem to blow up don't they!
*PK then takes a seat and looks out for anything out of ordinary, keeping a close eye on Kalib
*PK then takes a seat and looks out for anything out of ordinary, keeping a close eye on Kalib
Hey, Kalib, if we can get some food, could you get me some curry? I'll pay ya back.
*Em decides to sit down at a table and begins thinking about earlier.*
*Em decides to sit down at a table and begins thinking about earlier.*
Oh! And 2 curries, Boss!
*Kalib hurriedly yells.*
*Kalib hurriedly yells.*
Boss: Ah, Kalib. Good to see you friend. We've actually all be celebrating. Didn't think you'd show up since you've got that Ene girl. Guess she's meeting you here huh? Anyway, one house blend and a curry for your friend coming right up. On the house for the hero.
Boss: (@PK) We've decided to stop counting since it really isn't worth it. This one should last a long time with Kalib here though.
*Boss begins making the coffee, his movements showing the ease in which he makes the perfect cup of coffee. Aigis and Yuki both look over at Kalib from there seats.*
Aigis: So the man of the hour arrives. Shouldn't you be spending time with Ene?
Yuki: Hey Kalib. What Aigis said.
*Everyone else present nods in Kalib's direction and raises their glasses to him.*
Boss: (@PK) We've decided to stop counting since it really isn't worth it. This one should last a long time with Kalib here though.
*Boss begins making the coffee, his movements showing the ease in which he makes the perfect cup of coffee. Aigis and Yuki both look over at Kalib from there seats.*
Aigis: So the man of the hour arrives. Shouldn't you be spending time with Ene?
Yuki: Hey Kalib. What Aigis said.
*Everyone else present nods in Kalib's direction and raises their glasses to him.*
*Kalib blushes at the mention of Ene and laughs bashfully.*
W-what? I-I mean...I'm not against spending time with her....I mean uh... Hey Aigis and Yuki! What's up? And what do you mean "man of the hour"?
*Kalib scratches his the back of his head.*
W-what? I-I mean...I'm not against spending time with her....I mean uh... Hey Aigis and Yuki! What's up? And what do you mean "man of the hour"?
*Kalib scratches his the back of his head.*
Interesting! They seem to be able to acknowledge us! But what's this about Lady Ene! Im curious to figure out this trial!
*Em's face darkens as he hears about Kalib and Ene.*
*Quietly* This can only end so well... I hope he takes it well.
*He goes back to pondering life.*
*Quietly* This can only end so well... I hope he takes it well.
*He goes back to pondering life.*
*Kalib tilts his head as he notices Em's expression.*
Odd...
Odd...
Aigis: No need to be modest Kalib. You're a hero, remember? Boast a little every now and then, we don't mind.
Yuki: You did some pretty awesome stuff. We'd have been in trouble if you weren't there.
Boss: (@PK) Of course I'd acknowledge you. You stepped into my shop, as a customer I need to pay attention if you make an order.
*Boss finishes preparing the order.*
Boss: One house blend for Kalib, and a curry for Emerson. So big guy, how's it feel having your name known around the entire Nexus? Pretty surreal being so well known isn't it? Ah, I used to be like that back in the day with the ladies if you know what I mean.
Yuki: You did some pretty awesome stuff. We'd have been in trouble if you weren't there.
Boss: (@PK) Of course I'd acknowledge you. You stepped into my shop, as a customer I need to pay attention if you make an order.
*Boss finishes preparing the order.*
Boss: One house blend for Kalib, and a curry for Emerson. So big guy, how's it feel having your name known around the entire Nexus? Pretty surreal being so well known isn't it? Ah, I used to be like that back in the day with the ladies if you know what I mean.
These illusions are getting allot stronger! Keep a strong will Kalib! This isnt real! Its just your desires!
*Has totally been here the whole time you guys*
So, is this what Kalib really desires...? Not hard to believe someone would want to be known all round the world as a hero...
*He covers his right eye with his hair.*
So, is this what Kalib really desires...? Not hard to believe someone would want to be known all round the world as a hero...
*He covers his right eye with his hair.*
*Kalib looks down.*
Me? A hero?
*He looks up and smiles.*
What the hell! I might as well indulge for awhile...you guys are right!
*Kalib's eyes begin scanning around the room for anything unusual.*
So what have I done recently? You should know my memory is trash, so a recap would be much appreciated! Ahaha!
*He looks over to PK and nods.*
Me? A hero?
*He looks up and smiles.*
What the hell! I might as well indulge for awhile...you guys are right!
*Kalib's eyes begin scanning around the room for anything unusual.*
So what have I done recently? You should know my memory is trash, so a recap would be much appreciated! Ahaha!
*He looks over to PK and nods.*
*Kalib turns to Kaz and shakes his head.*
I know...this is weird even for me...I've never done what I do for the attention...unless maybe I am this egotistical....
*Kalib looks down for a moment.*
I know...this is weird even for me...I've never done what I do for the attention...unless maybe I am this egotistical....
*Kalib looks down for a moment.*
-The typing GM types-
*He steps out of the shadows*
Fame and fortune huh? Never took you for the type... *He sighs and rubs his forehead* So are you going to just accept this false world? I honestly don't understand the appeal of a world like this. *He smiles* Being a hero is harder when you get too well known. *He smirks at Kalib* I can't talk about you but to me helping people matters more than fame or some crap!
Fame and fortune huh? Never took you for the type... *He sighs and rubs his forehead* So are you going to just accept this false world? I honestly don't understand the appeal of a world like this. *He smiles* Being a hero is harder when you get too well known. *He smirks at Kalib* I can't talk about you but to me helping people matters more than fame or some crap!
*He looks back up at Tatsuya.*
I always thought the same thing...so maybe this is some by product of this world.....I don't want to believe I'm this petty....
I always thought the same thing...so maybe this is some by product of this world.....I don't want to believe I'm this petty....
*He smiles and nods* Well then you've already won! *He raises his fist to the air* Just tell this world ta go shove it so we can get done quicker!
*Kalib finds only the regular LeBlanc sights about. TV, booths, stools, books to read, etc... None of the current patrons seem strange either.*
Boss: Come now, you really forgot? You helped protect the Nexus during it's time of need. It was a group effort, but you really pulled through for us. Prepared to risk it all for everyone's sake just to give the needed edge to win the battle. Everyone should be celebrating you for it. What you did took something I can only call true courage. So drink up. Anything you get is on me for a while. You've earned it.
*The door opens, and Ene steps into LeBlanc. Her eyes are on Kalib, as she approaches the counter.*
Boss: Come now, you really forgot? You helped protect the Nexus during it's time of need. It was a group effort, but you really pulled through for us. Prepared to risk it all for everyone's sake just to give the needed edge to win the battle. Everyone should be celebrating you for it. What you did took something I can only call true courage. So drink up. Anything you get is on me for a while. You've earned it.
*The door opens, and Ene steps into LeBlanc. Her eyes are on Kalib, as she approaches the counter.*
*Kazuya sits down by the counter and pays close attention, turning to Boss.*
What happened exactly? Was it "That" god, Succoth?
What happened exactly? Was it "That" god, Succoth?
*he sighs and looks over at the Ene* Come on Kalib, I think if I can literally get ready to kill false versions of my best friends I haven't seen in almost 20 years then you can tell these to screw off. *He leans on a wall with his hands in his pockets*
*He turns to Tatsuya again.*
I know Tatsu...but I....let me have some time....we need to figure out why this dungeon is doing this to us...but don't worry! I know where the real Ene is...and that's where I belong!
*With a smile he turns around to see Ene.*
Hey there Blue! Fancy meeting you here!
*He waves her over to his seat at the counter.*
I know Tatsu...but I....let me have some time....we need to figure out why this dungeon is doing this to us...but don't worry! I know where the real Ene is...and that's where I belong!
*With a smile he turns around to see Ene.*
Hey there Blue! Fancy meeting you here!
*He waves her over to his seat at the counter.*
*he sighs and puts his head in his hands*
Alright fine, but I'm letting you know I consider this idea bad... I'll hold ya to that statement Kalib.
Alright fine, but I'm letting you know I consider this idea bad... I'll hold ya to that statement Kalib.
*Em looks straight at Kalib when he calls Ene Blue.*
Wait, Kalib, since when have you given Blue as a nickname to Ene? If it's new, I already took that one, so you can't use it.
*Em turns back to his table and begins eating his curry.*
Wait, Kalib, since when have you given Blue as a nickname to Ene? If it's new, I already took that one, so you can't use it.
*Em turns back to his table and begins eating his curry.*
*Kalib pouts and sticks his tongue out at Em.*
Fair enough though! It felt odd coming from me...
Fair enough though! It felt odd coming from me...
-The GM machine temporarily broke down. It's hopefully been fiexed.-
Boss: (@Kazuya) Yeah it was. It's great we don't have to worry about saying his name anymore. But I'm trying to put all that nonsense past me to tell you the truth.
Boss: (@Tatsuya) Hey, can't you read the mood? Everyone's trying to have a relaxing time here. Can you take that negativity somewhere else or drop it?
Ene: Hello there everyone! The great and wonderful Ene-chan has graced you with her presence. Kalib, how are you doing today?
Boss: (@Kazuya) Yeah it was. It's great we don't have to worry about saying his name anymore. But I'm trying to put all that nonsense past me to tell you the truth.
Boss: (@Tatsuya) Hey, can't you read the mood? Everyone's trying to have a relaxing time here. Can you take that negativity somewhere else or drop it?
Ene: Hello there everyone! The great and wonderful Ene-chan has graced you with her presence. Kalib, how are you doing today?
*Kalib smiles at the girl.*
A lot better now that you're here! I-uh...I mean, I'm doing well! How are you?
*Kalib looks around with a sadness in his eyes before looking back to Ene, his eyes growing soft again.*
A lot better now that you're here! I-uh...I mean, I'm doing well! How are you?
*Kalib looks around with a sadness in his eyes before looking back to Ene, his eyes growing soft again.*
Yeah I bet, even now it's been pretty nonsensical.
*He leans agains the counter.*
And how did Kalib do it? Was it with Leonidas or something like that...?
*He leans agains the counter.*
And how did Kalib do it? Was it with Leonidas or something like that...?
*he scoffs at Boss* Uh huh I could. But you know me always being the sensible one. *He chuckles* And put all that nonsense past you? *He shakes his head* I don't get how people can say that... *His face shifts to a frown* It's a never-ending war and the best anyone can do is make sure we don't lose for good... *He snickers at the sight of Kalib* Jeez almost like me with Maya aren't ya?
Ene: My day just got a little more perfect now that I can see you!
*She does a cute pose before smirking at him.*
Ene: Did my saying that excite you? I bet it did. Anyway, there's quite the crowd of people here. Could they all be here in anticipation of my arrival?
*Ene hops up to sit in the open stool next to Kalib.*
Boss: (@Kazuya) Well I wasn't there so I couldn't tell you. I assume his Persona was part of it though. Makes sense to me anyway.
Boss: (@Tatsuya) With people like Kalib, you and the others around if some other threat comes up it'll be dealt with accordingly. Try to enjoy the good times while they last. Want some curry or something? It might brighten your mood.
*She does a cute pose before smirking at him.*
Ene: Did my saying that excite you? I bet it did. Anyway, there's quite the crowd of people here. Could they all be here in anticipation of my arrival?
*Ene hops up to sit in the open stool next to Kalib.*
Boss: (@Kazuya) Well I wasn't there so I couldn't tell you. I assume his Persona was part of it though. Makes sense to me anyway.
Boss: (@Tatsuya) With people like Kalib, you and the others around if some other threat comes up it'll be dealt with accordingly. Try to enjoy the good times while they last. Want some curry or something? It might brighten your mood.
*Kalib smiles at her pose.*
U-uh...something like that haha! And I'm not really sure why everyone's here...it'd make sense if it was for you though! Ehehe!
*Kalib laughs, but his face begins to grow sad.*
U-uh...something like that haha! And I'm not really sure why everyone's here...it'd make sense if it was for you though! Ehehe!
*Kalib laughs, but his face begins to grow sad.*
*All he does is clap at Ene's antics.*
Impressive.
Impressive.
*he nods* Yeah curry sounds fine, and I guess you've got a point. a
Although really I'm not just worried about here... *He smiles* Oh well can't just focus on the horrible things.
Although really I'm not just worried about here... *He smiles* Oh well can't just focus on the horrible things.
Ene: Hey, cheer up! There's no sadness allowed by my greatness without a good reason. Tell me why you look so sad all of a sudden. It couldn't be because of me could it? Don't worry, even if it is I'll forgive you with my great kindness and hear you out anyway.
*Ene leans closer to Kalib to emphasize her point, making what are probably adorable hand gestures all the while.*
Boss: It's on the house kid. Here.
*Boss slides Tatsuya a plate of curry. There was extra left over from Em's batch.*
*Ene leans closer to Kalib to emphasize her point, making what are probably adorable hand gestures all the while.*
Boss: It's on the house kid. Here.
*Boss slides Tatsuya a plate of curry. There was extra left over from Em's batch.*
Kid? *He starts eating* I'm turning 38 this month Sojiro, I'm hardly a kid.
*Kalib reaches out and grabs her hands. He looks her right in the eye as he chokes back tears.*
This....this isn't real Ene....none of this....Succoth is still out there....
*He grips her hands tight, not hurting her.*
I wish this was real...but that'd be too easy...
This....this isn't real Ene....none of this....Succoth is still out there....
*He grips her hands tight, not hurting her.*
I wish this was real...but that'd be too easy...
*Kazuya sighs with sadness and turns around.*
Good luck buddy...
Good luck buddy...
And there it is... I was wondering how long it'd take until he did this. Surprisingly not as long as I thought.
*Quietly* Don't give in...
*Em covers his face with his hood.*
*Quietly* Don't give in...
*Em covers his face with his hood.*
-The GM machine is breaking again. We hope it lasts long enough to finish.-
*Ene sighs and looks Kalib in the eyes right back, with a serious expression.*
Ene: I guess even I'm not perfect enough to fool you, am I? You're right that this isn't real but... it could be. Would you like it to be real?
*The ground begins to rumble slightly.*
*Ene sighs and looks Kalib in the eyes right back, with a serious expression.*
Ene: I guess even I'm not perfect enough to fool you, am I? You're right that this isn't real but... it could be. Would you like it to be real?
*The ground begins to rumble slightly.*
*He pulls her into a hug.*
No. Not without bringing this to the real world with my own hands.
*Tears begin to stream down his face as he smiles, holding Ene close.*
I'll be sure to make a perfect world and make you proud, Ene....I'll make this world a reality! I'll protect everyone like I always wanted to...but I won't fool myself into thinking I can accept this.
*Kalib notices the rumbling.*
What's going on?
No. Not without bringing this to the real world with my own hands.
*Tears begin to stream down his face as he smiles, holding Ene close.*
I'll be sure to make a perfect world and make you proud, Ene....I'll make this world a reality! I'll protect everyone like I always wanted to...but I won't fool myself into thinking I can accept this.
*Kalib notices the rumbling.*
What's going on?
I think you broke it, Kalib!
Kidding. I have no idea. Prolly just some timey wimey wibbly wobbly earthquake, or something.
*Em continues to relax in his seat.*
Kidding. I have no idea. Prolly just some timey wimey wibbly wobbly earthquake, or something.
*Em continues to relax in his seat.*
*The rumbling increases and suddenly a very recogniable, loud booming voice echoes throughout LeBlanc, shaking the very foundation of the building.*
Succoth: Hahaha! It seems like you weren't strong enough to protect everyone after all Kalib. Since you seem to accept that, allow me the pleasure of taking away what's precious to you. Nothing YOU can do about it anyway, so don't even bother, ya dig?
*A hole is opened in the roof and a beam of light points itself at Ene. She begins floating away towards the source of the light.*
-Players...forgive me when this is over.-
Succoth: Hahaha! It seems like you weren't strong enough to protect everyone after all Kalib. Since you seem to accept that, allow me the pleasure of taking away what's precious to you. Nothing YOU can do about it anyway, so don't even bother, ya dig?
*A hole is opened in the roof and a beam of light points itself at Ene. She begins floating away towards the source of the light.*
-Players...forgive me when this is over.-
*Kalib struggles to keep his emotions in check.*
This isn't real...this isn't real....this isn't real!!
*Kalib looks up with tears in his eyes.*
I can't do anything....if I do I fail.....I need to reject this world...
*He looks up in sheer terror as Ene is taken away from him, tears falling down his face.*
I'm so sorry....so so sorry....this isn't real....if I save you...then I can't continue....
*Kalib drops to his knees in defeat, his face twisted in pain, panic and terror.*
I reject it all. I choose the real world...so please...stop torturing me...
This isn't real...this isn't real....this isn't real!!
*Kalib looks up with tears in his eyes.*
I can't do anything....if I do I fail.....I need to reject this world...
*He looks up in sheer terror as Ene is taken away from him, tears falling down his face.*
I'm so sorry....so so sorry....this isn't real....if I save you...then I can't continue....
*Kalib drops to his knees in defeat, his face twisted in pain, panic and terror.*
I reject it all. I choose the real world...so please...stop torturing me...
OOC: Brb...driving.
*As Ene is taken Boss sighs and puts a hand on Kalib's shoulder.*
Boss: Remember to stand up to things when the time comes. People are counting on you out there, so don't make their faith misplaced.
*With a bright flash, LeBlanc is emptied of those inside besides the party, and the hole in the ceiling is repaired. The voice speaks, sounding more familiar, but still too distorted to tell who it sounds like.*
"To have one's weakness so abruptly brought to the surface, and be faced with the potential consequences... I know you to be one to rise above when the situation calls for it. Take heart in admitting your short comings. Use this to push youself beyond further heights and protect what's important to you. The way onward lies open once more."
(Second post incoming. Stay tuned)
Boss: Remember to stand up to things when the time comes. People are counting on you out there, so don't make their faith misplaced.
*With a bright flash, LeBlanc is emptied of those inside besides the party, and the hole in the ceiling is repaired. The voice speaks, sounding more familiar, but still too distorted to tell who it sounds like.*
"To have one's weakness so abruptly brought to the surface, and be faced with the potential consequences... I know you to be one to rise above when the situation calls for it. Take heart in admitting your short comings. Use this to push youself beyond further heights and protect what's important to you. The way onward lies open once more."
(Second post incoming. Stay tuned)
*Lights, voices and perhaps even understanding. The party hears the voice of the formerly teenage boy, now sounding like an adult, the father and the eldest brother also sounding like an adult.*
Adult Son: I can’t believe I still lost to you. Are my desires really not strong enough yet still?
Adult Older Brother: With every attempt you make you get ever closer to my perfection, dear brother.
Father: You need to stop trying to be better than your brother. This foolish rivalry has gone on far enough.
Adult Older brother: I concur with Father. You need to leave your attachment to this idea behind in the past.
Adult Son: You and I both know I can't do that. This is one of the things I want to achieve the most in my life. You're my brother, but that won't stop me from taking it from you.
Father: Enough of this! My two oldest shouldn't be perpetuating this animosity between siblings. What happened to how much you two cared for each other?
Adult Older Brother: I've never stopped father. Our family is what I'm proud of the most.
(Lo and behold. I need three posts for this one.)
Adult Son: I can’t believe I still lost to you. Are my desires really not strong enough yet still?
Adult Older Brother: With every attempt you make you get ever closer to my perfection, dear brother.
Father: You need to stop trying to be better than your brother. This foolish rivalry has gone on far enough.
Adult Older brother: I concur with Father. You need to leave your attachment to this idea behind in the past.
Adult Son: You and I both know I can't do that. This is one of the things I want to achieve the most in my life. You're my brother, but that won't stop me from taking it from you.
Father: Enough of this! My two oldest shouldn't be perpetuating this animosity between siblings. What happened to how much you two cared for each other?
Adult Older Brother: I've never stopped father. Our family is what I'm proud of the most.
(Lo and behold. I need three posts for this one.)
Adult Son: Tch. Sucking up as always. I bet you've never really never meant all that stuff you say about us, your “precious siblings.†You only care about stroking your own ego.
Adult Older Brother: Must you constantly blame me for your own lack of self-worth? Take a look at yourself and feel proud for what you can accomplish. You, among all of our siblings, hold the best chance at surpassing me. Why is it that you seem to take something from the others, but not me? This one piece of advice, among all the other things I've said to you, is what I want you to take from me as your older brother. Can you please, do this for me?
Adult Son: I… fine. I'll take your dumb advice and then some. I won't stop until I get what I want.
Father: Have you learned nothing!?
Adult Older Brother: No, I believe he has father. There's a fire in his eyes that wasn't there a moment ago.
Adult Son: Whatever. I'm done for now, so I'm leaving.
*The light fades and a black door is waiting in the middle of LeBlanc, while the door to leave the cafe has turned blue. Kalib's belt has transformed into a black one.*
Adult Older Brother: Must you constantly blame me for your own lack of self-worth? Take a look at yourself and feel proud for what you can accomplish. You, among all of our siblings, hold the best chance at surpassing me. Why is it that you seem to take something from the others, but not me? This one piece of advice, among all the other things I've said to you, is what I want you to take from me as your older brother. Can you please, do this for me?
Adult Son: I… fine. I'll take your dumb advice and then some. I won't stop until I get what I want.
Father: Have you learned nothing!?
Adult Older Brother: No, I believe he has father. There's a fire in his eyes that wasn't there a moment ago.
Adult Son: Whatever. I'm done for now, so I'm leaving.
*The light fades and a black door is waiting in the middle of LeBlanc, while the door to leave the cafe has turned blue. Kalib's belt has transformed into a black one.*
*Kalib looks despondent. However he rises from the ground and turns to the door.*
Guys. I'm leaving. We can come back later. And yes....I'm fine.
*Kalib opens the blue door and leaves.*
Guys. I'm leaving. We can come back later. And yes....I'm fine.
*Kalib opens the blue door and leaves.*
*The party leaves, the GM does a description and breaks down mentally. He'll be fine after some rest. Probably. With two trials left this dungeon is just about over. Come back for the conclusion where secrets are revealed.*
-Players got through the trials!-
-Players got through the trials!-
*The TV dojo stands as imposing as ever, waiting for the final two trials to come to pass. Standing inside, is the same black door that's awaited them all this time.*
Well...you ready to end this, Pancake Knight?
*Yu looks over to Pancake Knight as they wander towards the TV Dojo once more.*
*Yu looks over to Pancake Knight as they wander towards the TV Dojo once more.*
*Wakes up next to door*
Hmm.... Oh.....
Hmm.... Oh.....
I'm ready to go! We shall finish this and save Sensei!
*PK stands up tall and smiles at everyone
*PK stands up tall and smiles at everyone
*Leaves*
That's what I like to hear.
*Yu walks up to the entrance of the dojo.*
*Yu walks up to the entrance of the dojo.*
*Em pats PK on the back.*
We're here with you, PK. Don't give in.
We're here with you, PK. Don't give in.
*Kalib lands back in the TV and runs up to the group.*
So PK is up next? Let's do this thing! I got faith!
So PK is up next? Let's do this thing! I got faith!
The illusion strands no chance with all of us here!
*PK then walks towards the door
*PK then walks towards the door
*Kalib grins.*
You've got that right!
*Kalib follows close behind PK.*
You've got that right!
*Kalib follows close behind PK.*
*Once everyone steps through the door, it closes and they're met with a void. Quite abruptly, a bright light shines over PK. It expands outwards and blinds the party. Once the the light clears, they find themselves within the walls of GYM. A familiar looking ghost is hitting a punching bag to train.*
-Final Zone: Act 1. Players, start!-
-Final Zone: Act 1. Players, start!-
A ghost?
*Yu looks curiously in front of them.*
Isn't this Klib's gym?
*Yu looks curiously in front of them.*
Isn't this Klib's gym?
Well, even if that's an illusion, that's a sight for sore eyes...
*Em takes a seat in a chair somewhere inside GYM.*
*Em takes a seat in a chair somewhere inside GYM.*
*PK takes a look around and then notices the ghost
Oh! Akihiko! How have you been! Its good knowing your up and about! GYM is a great place for training!
Oh! Akihiko! How have you been! Its good knowing your up and about! GYM is a great place for training!
*Kalib smiles before sitting at the juice counter.*
Well this is nice! It looks just like the real deal!
Well this is nice! It looks just like the real deal!
Ghost Aki: Ah, Pancake Knight! I am doing well friend. Have you come to have protein and train to better defend the Nexus and pancakes? Together with our friends, justice will always prevail!
*Ghost Aki floats over to the group and nods to the rest of them.*
Ghost Aki: What have the rest of you come here for?
*Ghost Aki floats over to the group and nods to the rest of them.*
Ghost Aki: What have the rest of you come here for?
*Yu looks over to the ghost.*
Uh, I guess we're here to train? Sorta?
Uh, I guess we're here to train? Sorta?
*Kalib grins at the ghost.*
To spur PK to greater heights, the usual.
To spur PK to greater heights, the usual.
You know me, Ghaki. I'm just here to chill and maybe spar if I can...
*He relaxes further in his chair.*
*He relaxes further in his chair.*
You know me! You can never stop improving! You know this reminds me of the Pancake God! Good times!
*PK smiles at Akihiko, before getting a sad look on his face
But your an illusion... this isn't real... your supposed to be hurt in the real world....
*PK smiles at Akihiko, before getting a sad look on his face
But your an illusion... this isn't real... your supposed to be hurt in the real world....
G.A.: A noble cause friends. Be sure to have plenty of protein while you train.
*Ghost Akihiko looks at PK before smiling.*
G.A.: But I've gotten better since then and regained my honor Pancake Knight. I'm not an illusion. You can't keep those that uphold justice down for long. Protecting the Nexus is a never ending responsibility!
*Ghost Akihiko looks at PK before smiling.*
G.A.: But I've gotten better since then and regained my honor Pancake Knight. I'm not an illusion. You can't keep those that uphold justice down for long. Protecting the Nexus is a never ending responsibility!
*Kalib sits back without talking.*
*Yu watches PK and GA talk.*
P-perhaps...
*PK seems torn as he fidgets with his fingers
Okay! Even if you are fake the training is real! Lets get started then! Show me how it's done!
*PK seems torn as he fidgets with his fingers
Okay! Even if you are fake the training is real! Lets get started then! Show me how it's done!
G.A.: That's the spirit friend! Now, how should we start...
*Without warning, a swarm of pitch back butterflies bursts through the door, and fly around Ghost Akihiko and Pancake Knight. One in particular stays away from them and flies in place, staring at them.*
Nyarlathotep: It would seem that the biggest threat to my plans were the two of you. While weakened, I shall still bring both of you the end of your days.
*Without warning, a swarm of pitch back butterflies bursts through the door, and fly around Ghost Akihiko and Pancake Knight. One in particular stays away from them and flies in place, staring at them.*
Nyarlathotep: It would seem that the biggest threat to my plans were the two of you. While weakened, I shall still bring both of you the end of your days.
Looks like things are really building up here.
*Yu pulls out his sword.*
On guard, it may be a fight everyone.
*Yu pulls out his sword.*
On guard, it may be a fight everyone.
What is this! Nyarly! Is that you!
*PK pulls out his laser sword and readies himself in a combat stance
Even if this is fake Im not going to let you hurt my friends! I will defend this realm!
*PK pulls out his laser sword and readies himself in a combat stance
Even if this is fake Im not going to let you hurt my friends! I will defend this realm!
Hmm? The insect is here? How convenient, I've been wanting some revenge, even if it's an illusion!
*Em stands up, unsheathes his two long swords and readies himself.*
*Em stands up, unsheathes his two long swords and readies himself.*
Nyarlathotep: Try as you might know that it's a fruitless endeavor you embark upon.
G.A.: We can stop him Pancake Knight! Justice will prevail!
*The black butterflies surrounding the two break off and form their own separate swarms. A dark aura forms from the two groups of butterflies, and Shadows of PK and Ghost Aki are manifested.*
Shadow PK: Defend the Nexus? Good luck with that if you can't even properly defend yourself.
*Both Shadows appear ready to fight.*
G.A.: We can stop him Pancake Knight! Justice will prevail!
*The black butterflies surrounding the two break off and form their own separate swarms. A dark aura forms from the two groups of butterflies, and Shadows of PK and Ghost Aki are manifested.*
Shadow PK: Defend the Nexus? Good luck with that if you can't even properly defend yourself.
*Both Shadows appear ready to fight.*
*Kalib stands with a sigh.*
Ready!
*He takes the trident off his back and prepares a defensive stance.*
Ready!
*He takes the trident off his back and prepares a defensive stance.*
That's not true... I will defeat you!
*at PKs will P+S appear behind him, while PK readies his sword, his face is determined but his hands seems to be shaky
I will not let you destroy my home! You will be brought to Justice!
*at PKs will P+S appear behind him, while PK readies his sword, his face is determined but his hands seems to be shaky
I will not let you destroy my home! You will be brought to Justice!
Huh? But I don't want them...
Stick 'em on Phoenix. He'll take any case.
Stick 'em on Phoenix. He'll take any case.
*Yu looks at Apollo Justice with a confused expression.*
Uh, when did you get here?
Uh, when did you get here?
*Shadow Ghost Aki shoots himself with a dark evoker and summons a copy of Caesar. It points it's sword at the party and lightning starts striking the ground next to their feet. It seems almost like an electric caged is being formed around them. Shadow PK raises his sword before charging at and locking PK into a clash, attempting to push him back.*
Shadow PK: Justice this, justice that. But can you back up those claims?
Shadow PK: Justice this, justice that. But can you back up those claims?
I didn't.
(The young defense attorney fades away.)
(The young defense attorney fades away.)
Izanagi-no-Mikoto! Slash through the lightning!
*The Persona appears behind Yu and slashes at the lightning cage with its massive blade.*
*The Persona appears behind Yu and slashes at the lightning cage with its massive blade.*
Leonidas! Inspire us with a Spartan Roar!
*The spectral spartan appears behind Kalib with a grunt before roaring a mighty war cry. The party is bathed in a three colored light. ATK/DEF/SPD up.*
*The spectral spartan appears behind Kalib with a grunt before roaring a mighty war cry. The party is bathed in a three colored light. ATK/DEF/SPD up.*
Tsk, not much I can do right now...
*Em pulls daggers out from inside his coat, and begins throwing them through the lightning cage at Shadow Ghaki.*
*Em pulls daggers out from inside his coat, and begins throwing them through the lightning cage at Shadow Ghaki.*
Tch! Ill show you my power! The power to defend my friends!
*PK uses his sword to block the swing and keeps pushing on the S.PK as he uses his other hand to fuse P+S into Dual Breakfast swords, which fly towards the shadow attacking S.PK's back sife
*PK uses his sword to block the swing and keeps pushing on the S.PK as he uses his other hand to fuse P+S into Dual Breakfast swords, which fly towards the shadow attacking S.PK's back sife
*The lightning cage is disrupted thanks to Yu's attack.*
*Shadow Ghost Aki is struck by the daggers thrown by a status buffed Em. Distracted from the thrown daggers, he's unprepared for the real Ghost Aki to bombard him with a flurry of punches, knocking the Shadow to the ground.*
*PK overpowers his Shadow and the dual breakfast swords stab into it, causing it to fall.*
Shadow PK: So maybe here you have the power to uphold your foolish justice, but what about out there?
Nyarlathotep: Are you really content with a world where you can't uphold your ideals completely? Where evil like me can still exist despite your best efforts?
*Shadow Ghost Aki is struck by the daggers thrown by a status buffed Em. Distracted from the thrown daggers, he's unprepared for the real Ghost Aki to bombard him with a flurry of punches, knocking the Shadow to the ground.*
*PK overpowers his Shadow and the dual breakfast swords stab into it, causing it to fall.*
Shadow PK: So maybe here you have the power to uphold your foolish justice, but what about out there?
Nyarlathotep: Are you really content with a world where you can't uphold your ideals completely? Where evil like me can still exist despite your best efforts?
I've always had to fight for my justice! This is simply another step! I will defend this realm to the end! The fight for justice will never be over!
*Kalib puts his trident on his back again, smiling at PK's answer.*
When someone fights for what they believe in they never stop fighting. That's the only way we can protect our ideals.
*Yu smiles at Pancake Knight.*
*Yu smiles at Pancake Knight.*
*Ghost Aki places a gloved hand on PK and gives him a smile.*
G.A.: I'd expect nothing less from the defender of pancakes himself! Stand strong and fight hard Pancake Knight! Justice will always be on your side!
*With a flash the Shadows, Nyarlathotep and Ghost Aki vanish. The voice they hear is less distorted, but still not enough for the party to place who it is by sound alone.*
"To choose the never ending battle over a world where victory is assured for the sake of ones ideals is a sign of one true to their beliefs. May this remind you that you can always find the strength to fight for your beliefs. The way forward is open."
*With another flash of light, A black door appears in the middle of the gym, the exit transforming blue. PK's belt is now black instead of white.*
-Players, go reach out to the truth! We're almost there!-
G.A.: I'd expect nothing less from the defender of pancakes himself! Stand strong and fight hard Pancake Knight! Justice will always be on your side!
*With a flash the Shadows, Nyarlathotep and Ghost Aki vanish. The voice they hear is less distorted, but still not enough for the party to place who it is by sound alone.*
"To choose the never ending battle over a world where victory is assured for the sake of ones ideals is a sign of one true to their beliefs. May this remind you that you can always find the strength to fight for your beliefs. The way forward is open."
*With another flash of light, A black door appears in the middle of the gym, the exit transforming blue. PK's belt is now black instead of white.*
-Players, go reach out to the truth! We're almost there!-
You almost got me there! But I have to protect my friends! And I can't protect my friends when I'm locked up in a tv! Who's next! Lets get sensei back!
I think we've got one more to go, PK.
*He looks at Yu.*
*He looks at Yu.*
Yeah, though I wonder what my desire could be, I only desire answers after all.
*Yu steps forward to the black door and opens it, stepping inside.*
*Once everyone steps through the door, they see the void, for what should be the final time. The light appears in front of them overtakes Yu, before blinding everyone else. When the light clears, they find themselves in an office, sitting in some rather comfortable chairs. Yu is in the center, in front of a large desk. Seated at the desk is... Yu himself? There's a stack of papers in front of the other Yu, and the word "Truth" can be mad out on the top of one of the pages.*
Yu?: It took you all quite a while to get here. At the doorstep to the end, yet potentially so far all the same. Now, what might you wish to know? I'm very busy and you all didn't schedule an appointment.
Yu?: It took you all quite a while to get here. At the doorstep to the end, yet potentially so far all the same. Now, what might you wish to know? I'm very busy and you all didn't schedule an appointment.
Wish to know? Who are you? ANother illusion?
*Yu looks at the figure not dropping his guard.*
*Yu looks at the figure not dropping his guard.*
Do you even need to ask that question, Yu?
*Em sits forward in his chair, looking Yu? right in the eyes.*
Hey, so lemme know this. How can I get my Persona back in action?
*Em sits forward in his chair, looking Yu? right in the eyes.*
Hey, so lemme know this. How can I get my Persona back in action?
Yu?: Illusion is one way of putting it I suppose, Although, it's the wrong way to describe everything else you've faced. You can relax a little bit. I mean you no physical harm. I make no guarantees about your mental or emotional state after all is said and done. As for you, Emerson: You'll need to find a way to get that mask of yours off. Have a true awakening of your rebellious spirit. Once you come to terms with yourself I see no reason your Persona to continue being at odds with you
Yeah, I've figured that much out, actually. I just don't know what I'm supposed to be rebelling against...
*Em sits back in his chair with his legs crossed, and begins thinking about Yu?'s words.*
*Em sits back in his chair with his legs crossed, and begins thinking about Yu?'s words.*
*Yu relaxes a little.*
I see, so what does this have to do with my trial exactly?
Can you tell me how Delta really feels?
I see, so what does this have to do with my trial exactly?
Can you tell me how Delta really feels?
What's this place! An office! I wonder! Yu have you been to an office!
I've been to my uncle's office, but I don't have any strong memories of being in an office like this.
Yu?: What you desire is different on an almost fundamental level. The others, it was simple enough to create something to test themselves against. But for you well, things had to get a bit unorthodox. You're free to leave at any time, but I'm obligated to answer your questions as long as you ask them.
Yu?: Ah Delta. A troubled soul that one is. But let me answer that with a question of my own in turn. Would you be satisfied with an answer from me, or an answer from the man himself? I've no qualms about telling you what I know, but do you truly wish to know this way? That's what I ask you to answer before I continue.
Yu?: (@PK) This space has no relation to Naurkami here. It just seemed fitting to answer questions in this environment.
Yu?: Ah Delta. A troubled soul that one is. But let me answer that with a question of my own in turn. Would you be satisfied with an answer from me, or an answer from the man himself? I've no qualms about telling you what I know, but do you truly wish to know this way? That's what I ask you to answer before I continue.
Yu?: (@PK) This space has no relation to Naurkami here. It just seemed fitting to answer questions in this environment.
Strange! At least my trial was straight foward! I wonder what's going to happen!
Ooc:damn I messed up, I should relax
*Kalib stands listening to the questions and answers carefully.*
Your right, I wouldn't be satisfied with an answer from anyone but Delta themselves, so I'll change my question.
*Yu stares forward with an unwavering will towards Yu?*
How can I speak to Delta directly?
*Yu stares forward with an unwavering will towards Yu?*
How can I speak to Delta directly?
Yu?: I suppose an answer to that question could be: "By completing your trial" depending on how you define speaking to him.
Yu?: (@PK) I too, am curious as to what Narukami does here. Not even I can predict his actions.
Yu?: (@PK) I too, am curious as to what Narukami does here. Not even I can predict his actions.
I shall follow you than Yu!
*PK then takes a seat looking at the 2 Yus
*PK then takes a seat looking at the 2 Yus
Well, guess I'll just be straight forward then, I don't really have any time to waste if that's the case.
*Yu pauses for a second.*
I may never get a chance like this again but...
How do I complete this trial?
*Yu pauses for a second.*
I may never get a chance like this again but...
How do I complete this trial?
Yu?: If you'll look behind you, the exit is right there.
*Turning to look behind would indeed show that the black door is waiting for them to enter at any time.*
Yu?: So will that be all for your questions? As you said, this opportunity may never come again.
*Turning to look behind would indeed show that the black door is waiting for them to enter at any time.*
Yu?: So will that be all for your questions? As you said, this opportunity may never come again.
*Kalib suddenly speaks, surprising himself.*
Is there a way to save Delta without killing Mammon?
Is there a way to save Delta without killing Mammon?
Yu?: (@Kalib) Didn't think I'd receive a question from you. The answer, as I understand it is no. Mammon wants to remain in the Nexus to the point where he'd risk his very life for it. I doubt you can convince him to just leave.
To be honest, there's a lot more I'd like to ask you...
But, part of finding the truth is the journey you take along the way to get there.
I almost feel like I have so much already, everyone seems to have their tragic nightmares of the past or a tragic event that separated them from their friends and loved ones but all I am is the one who sought after the truth.
That's why I can't just ask you for all the answers. I have to find those answers on my own because that's what it means for me to grow.
*Yu walks over to the door looking back at Yu? all the while.*
But, part of finding the truth is the journey you take along the way to get there.
I almost feel like I have so much already, everyone seems to have their tragic nightmares of the past or a tragic event that separated them from their friends and loved ones but all I am is the one who sought after the truth.
That's why I can't just ask you for all the answers. I have to find those answers on my own because that's what it means for me to grow.
*Yu walks over to the door looking back at Yu? all the while.*
Tch. Stubborn through and through....if he wasn't so set in his ways he'd probably make a great friend.
*He clenches his fists before relaxing them again.*
Thanks...and I didn't expect to give a question either..
*He clenches his fists before relaxing them again.*
Thanks...and I didn't expect to give a question either..
Well if that's it we should go now! Off to save Sensei!
*PK jumps out of his seat and struts over to the door waiting on everyone else
*PK jumps out of his seat and struts over to the door waiting on everyone else
*The other Yu sighs and smiles at the real one.*
Yu?: The answers you seek may not lie out of your reach forever. I wish you luck in discovering many more truths to come. If that will be all, I need the rest of you to also leave. The trial seems to be over.
Yu?: The answers you seek may not lie out of your reach forever. I wish you luck in discovering many more truths to come. If that will be all, I need the rest of you to also leave. The trial seems to be over.
Well, that was a fun ride. Let's be done with this already.
*Em stands up and walks over to the door.*
*Em stands up and walks over to the door.*
The answer you give might not satisfy me after all. If you're really me you should know how skeptical I can be. But I'll keep searching for the truths that lie before me, even if I may never find them.
*Yu opens the door and walks through.*
*Yu opens the door and walks through.*
Alright, let's get moving!
*Kalib follows behind Yu through the door.*
*Kalib follows behind Yu through the door.*
Let's go people....
*As the party walks through the door, they find themselves walking on what appear to be hieroglyphics in a space surrounded by light. In the distance there's a door, black in color. The path leads to the door, and as they walk towards it, they can hear two voices resounding around them. Both should be familiar for different reasons. The person these memories have focused on, and… Delta’s are what they hear. Those with a keen eye notice that Yu's belt has changed from white to black.*
Delta: I don’t want this, I don’t want it at all! This stupid, unstable power should have just never existed in the first place! At this rate I’ll just… disappear. Nobody will even notice I’m gone.
Adult Son: Whoa there kid, why don’t you stop the impending water works and do something about it?
Delta: What? Who’s there? Ramses, come forth!
Adult Son: Take it easy there, I’m speaking to you in your mind and not actually there. You seem like a smart one, so put your Persona away so we can talk. I’ve taken a notice to your… situation, and have an offer you don’t want to refuse.
Delta: ...Fine. But what do you even know about me to think I’ll just agree to anything? Who even are you first of all?
Adult Son: Haha, that’s more like it. Getting to the important questions first. I, am Mammon, the sin of greed. Surely you’ve taken notice of my siblings running around haven’t you?
(More to come. Sit tight)
Delta: I don’t want this, I don’t want it at all! This stupid, unstable power should have just never existed in the first place! At this rate I’ll just… disappear. Nobody will even notice I’m gone.
Adult Son: Whoa there kid, why don’t you stop the impending water works and do something about it?
Delta: What? Who’s there? Ramses, come forth!
Adult Son: Take it easy there, I’m speaking to you in your mind and not actually there. You seem like a smart one, so put your Persona away so we can talk. I’ve taken a notice to your… situation, and have an offer you don’t want to refuse.
Delta: ...Fine. But what do you even know about me to think I’ll just agree to anything? Who even are you first of all?
Adult Son: Haha, that’s more like it. Getting to the important questions first. I, am Mammon, the sin of greed. Surely you’ve taken notice of my siblings running around haven’t you?
(More to come. Sit tight)
We got this everyone! Just a bit more!
*PK happily follows the group into the door
*PK happily follows the group into the door
Ooc: nvm scratch that
Delta: Sin of greed… I hope you’ve been doing your research because it’ll take something extremely convincing to stop me from just ignoring you.
Mammon: It’s good to know my honesty is appreciated. You’re definitely the right choice. So here’s the deal kid. I know all about you and your fake wild card abilities. I know that after a certain point you’re just going to lose what little bit of self you have to your name and seek to fill a void you couldn’t hope to in a million years. Want me to go on? I know you’ve been avoiding the truth about this for some time. But deep down, a part of you wants to accept it and find a way to overcome it, am I wrong?
Delta: Go…. go on.
Mammon: Well, here’s my offer to you. You’ll let me use your body to come to the Nexus and claim all that belongs to me when the time is right and in return, I’ll keep your mind stable. No matter how strenuous pretending to be a wild card gets, as long as I’m within you, your sense of self won’t ever split. You’ll even get to take on more Personas like I know you’ve been wanting to do. Not the worst offer you’ve been given, right? Any questions?
*There’s a moment of silence before Delta speaks again.*
Delta: What do you plan on doing to the Nexus once you come here?
Mammon: You see, the Nexus is my birthright. Everything in it, and everyone that comes to it belong to me. That includes you by the way. I plan on ruling over the Nexus and bringing up it’s worth as I set my sights on the rest of the multiverse. All this means if having everyone accept that I own everything and nothing more.
(Can this post now?)
Mammon: It’s good to know my honesty is appreciated. You’re definitely the right choice. So here’s the deal kid. I know all about you and your fake wild card abilities. I know that after a certain point you’re just going to lose what little bit of self you have to your name and seek to fill a void you couldn’t hope to in a million years. Want me to go on? I know you’ve been avoiding the truth about this for some time. But deep down, a part of you wants to accept it and find a way to overcome it, am I wrong?
Delta: Go…. go on.
Mammon: Well, here’s my offer to you. You’ll let me use your body to come to the Nexus and claim all that belongs to me when the time is right and in return, I’ll keep your mind stable. No matter how strenuous pretending to be a wild card gets, as long as I’m within you, your sense of self won’t ever split. You’ll even get to take on more Personas like I know you’ve been wanting to do. Not the worst offer you’ve been given, right? Any questions?
*There’s a moment of silence before Delta speaks again.*
Delta: What do you plan on doing to the Nexus once you come here?
Mammon: You see, the Nexus is my birthright. Everything in it, and everyone that comes to it belong to me. That includes you by the way. I plan on ruling over the Nexus and bringing up it’s worth as I set my sights on the rest of the multiverse. All this means if having everyone accept that I own everything and nothing more.
(Can this post now?)
Delta: What about those that try to oppose you? Would you just kill them for disobeying?
Mammon: I’m the sin of greed. If there’s one thing I hate, it’s things being stolen. A life is something most only have one of, making it one of the most precious things a person can have. While I might have to get a bit rough, at my full power I can stop any that oppose me without resorting to the loss of life. What’s your next question?
Delta: Why me? Wouldn’t an actual wild card be better suited to your needs? Wasting power on stabilizing me seems like a waste.
Mammon: You see there’s where you’re wrong. You and I, we’re more similar than you might think. Out of everyone in the Nexus, you’re the one that I just KNOW, would understand me the most, as I understand you. And your instability only helps makes me gaining power nearly effortless. Your wants and my wants… they’re very nearly the same you know.
Delta: How can I be sure you’re not lying about all of this?
Mammon: As the embodiment of greed, theft of any kind is something I hate. Stealing the truth from someone goes against my very existence. Besides, if you agree, parts of our consciousnesses are going to overlap. While I’m inactive you’ll have all the time you want to verify my claims. Isn’t your mind already made up though? Trying to get me to slip up does nothing but waste your time.
(One left after this I think)
Delta: I… I don’t want to disappear. I want the power to stand up to whatever comes my way without the fear of losing myself. I… I want to power to remain me…. How long would I have before you become active.
Mammon: That depends on what happens out there, and how easily I can amass power. But tell you what, I’ll give you as long as I can before taking control. You deserve that much for the pain the Nexus brought upon you. Being denied what should be yours is a pain I know well. So we’re in agreement?
Delta: ...Yes, we are. Just… don’t hurt my friends when you take control.
Mammon: I wouldn’t dream of it.
*The party arrives at the door once the voices fade.*
Mammon: That depends on what happens out there, and how easily I can amass power. But tell you what, I’ll give you as long as I can before taking control. You deserve that much for the pain the Nexus brought upon you. Being denied what should be yours is a pain I know well. So we’re in agreement?
Delta: ...Yes, we are. Just… don’t hurt my friends when you take control.
Mammon: I wouldn’t dream of it.
*The party arrives at the door once the voices fade.*
*Anger is on her face*
That bastard..... using Delta's weaknesses against him....
That bastard..... using Delta's weaknesses against him....
I'm still curious what he means when he says he can stop anything opposing him without harming it...
How would that even be possible? Brainwashing or other forms of manipulation would count as harm, wouldn't they?
How would that even be possible? Brainwashing or other forms of manipulation would count as harm, wouldn't they?
But, what did greed stabilize for Delta exactly? A sense of self? What exactly is that power that Delta has and what does it have to do with him disappearing?
*Yu ponders at the voices and what has been said.*
There's more to this than what we already know, but I feel like we're close to learning the truth.
The fact still remains in the end though that I want to save Delta.
*Yu ponders at the voices and what has been said.*
There's more to this than what we already know, but I feel like we're close to learning the truth.
The fact still remains in the end though that I want to save Delta.
I'm not sure Em.
*He looks at the door with renewed vigor.*
But he's not gonna want to pull punches when it comes to it...
*Kalib looks over to Yu.*
Don't you get it? He's using Personas that don't come from him...so he was losing himself by using their power...I might be wrong though...however, I agree....saving Delta is a priority!
*He looks at the door with renewed vigor.*
But he's not gonna want to pull punches when it comes to it...
*Kalib looks over to Yu.*
Don't you get it? He's using Personas that don't come from him...so he was losing himself by using their power...I might be wrong though...however, I agree....saving Delta is a priority!
Are these, Sensei's memories? They seem don't seem very happy! I wonder what went wrong!
-This is the last portion, so make it count.-
*When the party steps through the door they find themselves in an Egyptian styled throne room. In front of them is a figure that looks remarkably like Ramses II, but human sized. He stand by a set of windows, overlooking something with a staff in hand, seemingly not noticing the party arrive.*
*When the party steps through the door they find themselves in an Egyptian styled throne room. In front of them is a figure that looks remarkably like Ramses II, but human sized. He stand by a set of windows, overlooking something with a staff in hand, seemingly not noticing the party arrive.*
*Yu walks up to Ramses.*
Are you Delta's Persona?
Are you Delta's Persona?
*Kalib follows behind and bows to the Pharaoh.*
Hello your highness! That's what you say to pharaohs right?
Hello your highness! That's what you say to pharaohs right?
What a thing to behold! Who are you!
*PK follows behind Yu eager to listen
The trials are over right! What's next!
*PK follows behind Yu eager to listen
The trials are over right! What's next!
Oh god, something else...
The hell are you?
The hell are you?
*The man doesn't turn to face the party, but the voice is unmistakably the same Delta's*
@Yu
Indeed I am. I'm impressed you all made it through save for one. To turn away your desires and give up something you hold dear in no easy feat.
@Kalib
Kalib, you are too kind to me. But you know I'm no real pharaoh. Just the leftover representation of a lost young man's mind
@PK and Joker
You may call me Ramses, as I'm known outside of this world. But I believe referring to me as Delta's Shadow is more appropriate here.
@Yu
Indeed I am. I'm impressed you all made it through save for one. To turn away your desires and give up something you hold dear in no easy feat.
@Kalib
Kalib, you are too kind to me. But you know I'm no real pharaoh. Just the leftover representation of a lost young man's mind
@PK and Joker
You may call me Ramses, as I'm known outside of this world. But I believe referring to me as Delta's Shadow is more appropriate here.
*Kalib stands back up with a wide smile.*
I know. But that doesn't change the level of respect I have for you and him.
I know. But that doesn't change the level of respect I have for you and him.
A shadow? What is your purpose than! We passed all the trials!
So, can you tell us Delta's true feelings?
@Kalib
You really are a good friend Kalib. I'm sorry you were all forced to face trials such as those, but they were the only way....
@PK
My purpose? You could say that I've lost it in a sense. Separated from Delta as I am. This is dojo is perhaps both his, and my way of calling for help to those that care.
@Yu
I must ask that you be more specific with your question. The who, or what you'd like to know his feeling towards is all I need to give you an answer.
You really are a good friend Kalib. I'm sorry you were all forced to face trials such as those, but they were the only way....
@PK
My purpose? You could say that I've lost it in a sense. Separated from Delta as I am. This is dojo is perhaps both his, and my way of calling for help to those that care.
@Yu
I must ask that you be more specific with your question. The who, or what you'd like to know his feeling towards is all I need to give you an answer.
*Yu's tone shifts to a more serious one.*
Is Delta really having with just letting Mammon have control over him? Maintaining a sense of self at the cost of yourself seems contradictory.
Is Delta really having with just letting Mammon have control over him? Maintaining a sense of self at the cost of yourself seems contradictory.
Calling for help? Well we want to save Sensei! Is there anything we can do! I wont stop until Sensei is free from this sin! Hes better than that!
The trials were fine if they were necessary to save Delta.
*Kalib nods at Yu's question.*
I was thinking the same thing, losing yourself to save yourself seems a bit off.
*Kalib nods at Yu's question.*
I was thinking the same thing, losing yourself to save yourself seems a bit off.
@Yu and Kalib
Both yes, and no as it happens to be Narukami. He intends to coexist with him, potentially becoming one new being entirely as their consciousness meld. And yet... here I am. Standing at the top of a dojo in this TV World, calling those we've made bonds with. Mammon can use anything he wants, but me it seems. As it stands now Delta doesn't know which path he wants to take. You all seem quite adamant about saving him though. So perhaps this call for help wasn't as in vain as we thought.
@PK
To save him, would mean to wake him, and get him to realize his own strength. Without me, I fear he'll slowly combine with Mammon without ever regaining his consciousness.
Both yes, and no as it happens to be Narukami. He intends to coexist with him, potentially becoming one new being entirely as their consciousness meld. And yet... here I am. Standing at the top of a dojo in this TV World, calling those we've made bonds with. Mammon can use anything he wants, but me it seems. As it stands now Delta doesn't know which path he wants to take. You all seem quite adamant about saving him though. So perhaps this call for help wasn't as in vain as we thought.
@PK
To save him, would mean to wake him, and get him to realize his own strength. Without me, I fear he'll slowly combine with Mammon without ever regaining his consciousness.
*Kalib grins.*
You did a hell of a job then! Delta is lucky to have you! Granted, we probably would've tried to save him anyway...I feel that this was a necessary part of that.
*He cracks his knuckles.*
So we just gotta wake him up and give him a stern talking to? We won't let you down! We will save him.
You did a hell of a job then! Delta is lucky to have you! Granted, we probably would've tried to save him anyway...I feel that this was a necessary part of that.
*He cracks his knuckles.*
So we just gotta wake him up and give him a stern talking to? We won't let you down! We will save him.
*Determination fills Yu's voice.*
Well, then my path is clear. If Delta is unsure it's my duty as his friend to help him decide and remind him that he has friends who don't want him to just disappear.
Well, then my path is clear. If Delta is unsure it's my duty as his friend to help him decide and remind him that he has friends who don't want him to just disappear.
*PK now has a confidant smile on his face
As his pupil I have to help him out! Even if I wasn't that wouldn't work with my sense of justice! We will bring Sensei back into the light! Right everyone!
As his pupil I have to help him out! Even if I wasn't that wouldn't work with my sense of justice! We will bring Sensei back into the light! Right everyone!
(Apologies, outside interference. Ask more questions while you can if you want.)
Getting through Mammon to Delta won't be an easy task. He's waited too long to being his goals to life to allow you all easy access to Delta's heart to sway him. It will take a combined effort to make him feel the connection between you all. You must be prepared to sacrifice even more to save him. With all that you faced up until now, you should stand a chance at getting through. What you do after... well I'll have faith in you. Making it to me means a lot already.
Getting through Mammon to Delta won't be an easy task. He's waited too long to being his goals to life to allow you all easy access to Delta's heart to sway him. It will take a combined effort to make him feel the connection between you all. You must be prepared to sacrifice even more to save him. With all that you faced up until now, you should stand a chance at getting through. What you do after... well I'll have faith in you. Making it to me means a lot already.
Whatever the cost, I don't give up on friends. I'm not gonna just let him fade away.
Well of course it wouldn't be easy...this might be the biggest thing we've had to fight yet! But our hearts are connected, so we'll make sure to bring him back to you!
*Kalib smirks.*
I'd be ready to sacrifice everything for my friends, so I won't be shaken by that! I've made up my mind, and I won't go back on it!
*Kalib smirks.*
I'd be ready to sacrifice everything for my friends, so I won't be shaken by that! I've made up my mind, and I won't go back on it!
Yu is right! Even if it kills me ill bring him back! If I didnt try to my best abilities I would be betraying myself! I have vowed to fight the endless battle of justice so I cant stop here!
*Ramses turns around, and there are tears streaming down his face.*
My friends... Thank you for all of your care and concern. I feel as though it's almost certain that Delta will comeback. If there's anything else you wish to know, now if the time. I've regain enough strength to return to him. That should give you the opening you need to strike, in the form of a Metaverse Palace.
My friends... Thank you for all of your care and concern. I feel as though it's almost certain that Delta will comeback. If there's anything else you wish to know, now if the time. I've regain enough strength to return to him. That should give you the opening you need to strike, in the form of a Metaverse Palace.
I see, so we change Delta's heart to help wake them up, correct?
I wonder! How long do we have! Surely there is a time limit!
*Kalib walks over and pats Ramses on the back.*
It's not much longer buddy, we're in the home stretch now!
*Kalib's face grows serious as he steps back.*
I don't have a question....but a request.
*Kalib points skyward before pointing at Ramses, smiling confidently.*
I want you to give Delta a message, "We're coming for him!"
It's not much longer buddy, we're in the home stretch now!
*Kalib's face grows serious as he steps back.*
I don't have a question....but a request.
*Kalib points skyward before pointing at Ramses, smiling confidently.*
I want you to give Delta a message, "We're coming for him!"
@Yu
Not just Delta's... The imbalance my return will cause Mammon's own desires to lose their purity, and become distorted beyond his knowing. Changing both of their hearts, should save Delta. I'm unsure how this will affect Mammon however.
@PK
It will likely not take Mammon long to regain his desires, so I fear there is little more than two weeks at best.
@Kalib
Kalib... You have my vow that your words will reach him.
Not just Delta's... The imbalance my return will cause Mammon's own desires to lose their purity, and become distorted beyond his knowing. Changing both of their hearts, should save Delta. I'm unsure how this will affect Mammon however.
@PK
It will likely not take Mammon long to regain his desires, so I fear there is little more than two weeks at best.
@Kalib
Kalib... You have my vow that your words will reach him.
No offense to Mammon, but I'm more concerned about Delta at this point.
We have time! Lets all retreat and reconvene! We need time to figure out our next step!
*PK starts to walk away before turning around and saying some last words
You don't have to worry! We will get Sensei back! Just you wait!
*PK starts to walk away before turning around and saying some last words
You don't have to worry! We will get Sensei back! Just you wait!
One last question, how do we find this palace? Like where is it and what are the keywords?
Thanks Ramses!
*Kalib breams.*
Good save Yu! That's important!
*Kalib breams.*
Good save Yu! That's important!
@Yu
I'm sure even Mammon himself would take no offence to your words. You're fighting for what you want, after all. You already know the people. This Palace will be more Mammon's than Delta's, mirroring this dojo. The place and distortion I'm sure you've heard him go on about more than you'd like.
@PK
Thank you, Pancake Knight. My hopes rest on you and the others.
I'm sure even Mammon himself would take no offence to your words. You're fighting for what you want, after all. You already know the people. This Palace will be more Mammon's than Delta's, mirroring this dojo. The place and distortion I'm sure you've heard him go on about more than you'd like.
@PK
Thank you, Pancake Knight. My hopes rest on you and the others.
*Kalib brings a hand to his chin.*
Yeah....I'd say we can figure it out then! Thanks Ramses...for everything! Leave the rest to us!
Yeah....I'd say we can figure it out then! Thanks Ramses...for everything! Leave the rest to us!
I'll take your words on that to heart. You are free to leave. I must go become one with myself once more.
*Ramses points his staff to where the door is and it changes to a blue color. He smiles at everyone before fading from sight.*
-Players, the game is over! Pack up and head out! The final chapter will begin soon! Thanks for playing!-
*Ramses points his staff to where the door is and it changes to a blue color. He smiles at everyone before fading from sight.*
-Players, the game is over! Pack up and head out! The final chapter will begin soon! Thanks for playing!-
Ciao Ramses!!
*Kalib shouts and waves as he walks out the blue door.*
*Kalib shouts and waves as he walks out the blue door.*
I know I didn't say much, but I'll do my best to save Delta. You can bet on it.
*Em walks through the blue door.*
Man, I kinda feel like a fight right now. Maybe GYM is open...
*Em walks through the blue door.*
Man, I kinda feel like a fight right now. Maybe GYM is open...
(Side note I forgot to mention. For all those that completed their trial and received a black belt: The Gi is now an outfit you can wear whenever you want, and exists outside of the TV World. As a nice bonus, when you wear it your hand to hand combat skills are slightly improved, and any training you do in it is more effective. Make these bonus as effective as you want, but within reason please. Until next time.)