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[exaltate]

[ The screen flickers on to show the outside of Lucina's apartment building as she steps out. Her sword is drawn in plain view as she stands ready to battle, certain The Time Has Come.

It's the final boss battle.

She knows it. ]

Show yourselves! We must not prolong this battle any longer. I know you're out there. It must be the deities everyone has spoken of. First the kidnappings, and now, they're finally coming to end this.

[ She grits her teeth and stares at the screen of her device before a movement to her left startles her, causing her to drop it and let it roll on the ground. Her sword is instantly drawn in the direction of the noise as she tenses up, watching the copse of bushes closely. ]

So that's where you have chosen to hide. It's futile to continue when I can see your movements.

[ The bush shakes again before a beast of unfathomable might and fury comes out and stares up at her curiously. ]

-!! ...What sort of beast is this that you sent to attack me? Surely, they can't be serious about this...


﹙ooc: she is under the influence of the paranoia curse.﹚

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[subecho]

...it means to come in peace.

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[exaltate]

How can you be so certain?

[ Just look at its beady eyes. Those are eyes of ill-intent. ]

I sense a greater threat from its expression.

[ She adjusts the device so he can understand. ]

It is small in stature, but it could conceal great strength.

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[subecho]

In its...

[ Cricket-cricket-criiiiiiiiiiiiick... et... ]


...mouth?

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[exaltate]

[ Don't make her sound like the crazy one here. ]

Yes, of course. It could have large teeth and a poor temper. Or magical powers of sorts.

[silvering]

That beast at least is friendly, you have nothing to fear from it.

Save your sword for the deities.

[exaltate]

Have you battled with it before? Or do you merely suspect that from its expression. To be honest... I find it a bit hard to read myself. I am not as well-versed in beasts as the wyvern riders and pegasus riders in my land.

[ What's going on behind those beady demon eyes? She squints to get a closer look. ]

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[vavavroom]

[ oh, hey, she remembers you! you totally helped her the last time, so she only thinks its right that she help you out too.

in this.

whatever this is. ]

...aw, it's kind of cute.

[ okay, so not really helping, but she can't deny how closely it resembles pabu, the fire ferret, back home! ]

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[exaltate]

[ Cute? Are they looking at the same thing? Well, maybe if she tilts her head a bit... perhaps, it's not that bad. Or dangerous. Or evil.

She frowns a bit, still a little skeptical. ]

It could be a lot worse... I guess. Do you have them in your world? I have never seen one before today. I am wary of its retaliation if I were to approach it even closer, especially if it's truly acting as an agent of the deities.

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[vavavroom]

We have something a little similar. [ after seeing all the animals korra has apparently hoarded in this beach house, she's long since stopped being surprised by the strange creatures showing up. ]

Threatening any kind of animal — deity-driven or not — is usually a bad idea anyway.

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[exaltate]

Yes, though the fact that it is stationed outside of my current living arrangement is a bit harrowing. It would not be safe for many to cross. I have no choice but to find a way to lure it from here.

[ Now, how would one scare a rodent like creature without provoking it into a fury? Her eyebrows furrow, trying to figure out a solution. ]

... I could use food. That might be the best solution. What do you suppose it eats? What if it only feasts on human flesh? Or even worse... it consumes souls, the very essence of a person's being?

[favoritetraitor]

Are you hurt?

[exaltate]

I'm fine. Thankfully, I spotted the creature before it could attack me. I have remained alert ever since. Are you somewhere safe yourself?

[favoritetraitor]

Safe enough, thank you. Are you able to get away?

[exaltate]

I would rather remain and keep others from coming near it. I don't want them to fall victim to its deceptive appearance. I have to protect them all.

[council_king]

... such a skittish thing. [And no. He's not referring to the animal.]

[exaltate]

Everyone keeps underestimating its strength, but I am certain that's what they expect.

[ Of course, she thinks he's referring to the beast. ]

This isn't the right time to be letting out guards down. Please take cover yourself somewhere.

[council_king]

Your concern is touching~ [And greatly misplaced. >.>']

[exaltate]

Will you not heed my warning? I don't wish for you to get hurt. However, if you intend to vanquish the beast yourself, then I won't stand in your way, either.

[ Who's to say this man isn't a strong warrior himself? It's hard to judge from appearance alone. ]

[paving]

Um, is it talking?

[exaltate]

Not that I am aware of. On the other hand, it's very possible that it's biding its time and appearing as thought it doesn't understand.

[ She approaches it a little closer before pointing her blade in its direction again. ]

Speak if you have the power to do so! You won't fool me with your silence!

[paving]

You've got to be careful with those cute creatures. It's possible that they're harboring evil intent.

[exaltate]

Thank you. You're the first person who hasn't mocked me for my concern.

[ It's a relief because it means she's not entirely crazy here. ]

However... it doesn't seem as though it's in a talkative mood, yet. Perhaps, my blade has frightened it into silence.

[ She sheathes it for a moment before attempting to reason with the creature. ]

I will not harm you if you tell me your intent.

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[yourlastdance]

[So he pretty much has no idea why Lucina hightailed it out of the apartment with her sword at the ready, but he figured he ought to abandon his nap- and the comfort of the couch he had sprawled out upon -to give chase.

He's stifling a yawn when he eventually emerges behind her, though his own sword is gripped securely in his hand and he's more than ready to use it on whatever manner of threat they're up against.]

Lucina, I'm-

[..................................Uh.


Maybe he's a lot more tired than he gave himself credit for. Just gonna stand here staring for a bit, yup.]

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[exaltate]

[ Oh good! She finally has back-up! Not her ideal back-up, but it will have to do for the time being.

She stations herself next to Inigo, keeping her sword trained on the beast. ]

It's about time. I was worried the battle would be over by the time you had awoken. Get ready! We don't have a lot of time, and the beast has yet to make its move.

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[yourlastdance]

[NOT HER IDEAL- HEY NOW. You're so mean!!!!!!!!!!!! Like, gods!!!!!!

-But anyway, she is apparently quite serious about. About this. Terribly deadly creature. Terribly deadly.

What is even happening.

Instead of getting ready, Inigo lowers his sword.]

The beast hasn't made a move because the beast...isn't a beast? At all? Look at him! Her? It!