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Post by Robshi on Jul 11, 2011 0:13:31 GMT
Frato was a little irked by the merchants desperately trying to get his attention. He could clearly see what they were selling, and he knew roughly what he wanted, so why couldn't they just let him make his own decision.
That was until the viera called him out, and for a moment the hybrid wondered if he'd ran into someone else like Daisy. This thought was soon dismissed, but he became rather curious about what the viera was selling and decided to take a look.
Hrm...I don't think most of this stuff is gonna be that helpful. Plus a lot of it looks very underhanded...still, a these sleeping and paralysing potions might be very useful...
He then went back to the armoury, and as the Bangaa whispered in his ear Frato looked disgusted. "Hey, I'm trained well enough to know where an enemies vitals are, and even if I miss they're not going to be able to put up much of a fight when I remove my spear. I'm not gonna be that sadistic with most of my foes..." ...although I wouldn't mind making Jesse and Vulk suffer after what they've put me through.
Frato ended up purchasing one average speed acting paralysing potion, some iron armour, and a set of iron throwing javelins. His shopping now done, the hybrid heads off after Killy to the harbour.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 11, 2011 0:13:52 GMT
"This way Sir Franslin." Said Daniel's as he led his hero around a crowd and towards the harbour. "It is quite the coincidence isn't it?" The white mage chuckled. "Not only do I get to meet my childhood hero, I was also protecting someone that happened to be related to you. A while ago, I thought my days couldn't get any worse, but now.."
He looked back to him with a smile. "Now I feel like I can brave the toughest situation. And my family has been doing better than ever, all thanks to you. I just don't know how to thank you enough. Heh, if my mother say you, I'm sure she'd cook you up a feast worthy of the Gods." He laughed as he walked. "What about your family Sir Franslin, are they doing well?"
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 11, 2011 0:39:08 GMT
While Franslin followed Daniels through the crowed, he blushed softly he never once looked at himself becoming anybody's childhood hero before "What what a small world this is, huh?" he replied with a chuckle "I never thought I'd run into anyone here who has at the Port Hamonia disaster nor who knew my brother...! Frato must have gotten himself into some deep trouble to hire Mercs to protect him n'stuff."
The burmecian looked back at the cleyran with a smile "That's great to hear, tell your folks I said hi next time you see them! And wow a feast that big? To defeat my enemies all I need to do is sit on them." he snickered a bit but then paused to think for a moment while they were on their way to the ship "Let's see.... Well you already know whats up with my youngest brother.... I don't see my family that much, but I do know my other younger brother taking off into the world like I did though I do bump into him from time to time, as for my mother, unsure I asked Frato how she was doing but he never answered me on that.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 11, 2011 0:56:40 GMT
"Hmm, well at least they are doing fine as well." Daniels commented, occasionally looking back to see if Franslin is catching up. Already they were near the harbour. "Well as for Frato hiring us...technically a worried friend of his hired us to protect him and get him back to Burmecia. The poor man has been kidnapped to this god-forsaken continent a few months ago and..well from what I hear, he wasn't very confortable to say the least."
Already the cleyran could hear the cawing of the gulls and taste the salty air of the sea. Soon the port shown itself to them. The enitre area was packed with people loading huge crates of supplies and cargo to their ships, while hundreds of disembarking travelers packed themselves to the bridges and roads along the sea ports. He looked around for a particular boat, having trouble adjusting to the number of flying pests buzzing about and ship sails clogging his vision. He smiled as he found what he was looking for.
"Ship's in my sight Sir Franslin..." The cleyran reached a warm hand to grab Franslin's. "I hope I don't make this too awkward for you. This is just to make sure I don't lose you though the thick crowds." He pulled and lead him down the road to the port.
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 11, 2011 1:04:59 GMT
"Oh yeah I know my family, they're tough. If you see another blondie hero its probably my younger brother, we both have the same motives." Once the two arrived at the docks he looked around for a moment "Once we get on the ship you think you can fill me in on the entire story of whats going on?" and quickly he pointed to an Airship that was starting to get ready to fly off "That ship! That's The Lunar Crescent the Second! I was on that that ship!" he waved good-bye to it enough knowing they crew on it couldn't see him while the Dockworkers were busy moving crates around, and the seagulls were flying everywhere.
Franslin smiled as the Cleyran grabbed his hand "Oh no its fine-- Besides it would be a drag if we got separated and then I had to go off finding two people..." he laughed while his hand was clutched tightly on the other's "I take it you see the ship?"
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 11, 2011 2:21:51 GMT
The white mage chuckled with Franslin when he laughed as well but something else caught his attention."You rode on an airship too?" Daniels was quite surprised to hear this fact. "I've always wanted to go in one. I would love to hear stories of your adventures, that is if you ever get the time...Oh, here we are!"
The white mage stopped in front of a boarding platform that is a entrance to a ship. The transport practically towers over the two nezumis, the ship was one of the largest in the port. It's hull's were painted a dark blue and an unusually large amount of cannons fill the rows of it's sides. It seemed more like a Destroyer class ship than any merchant ship Daniel's ever seen. He could see the name of the cruiser at the prow of the ship.
"The Fearless.." He whispered. "Certainly looks that way. But wow. That's the same name of the ship we were told to board. So did we forget anyth-"
"Daniels!? What the hell are you doing here with that guy?"
The cleyran turned to the female voice. Sure enough, there was his companions Killy and Javier, both shocked at seeing both him and the frisky Franslin. Once more, Frato was standing right near the two as well. Daniels on the other hand was just confused. "Oh hello Killy, you know who this is?"
"Know him? We practically ran from him!" Killy admitted out loud, now she seemed angry. "The less people that know who and where we are, the less trouble we get into." Then she face palmed herself. "Great, another mouth to feed and protect..."
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 11, 2011 5:25:00 GMT
"Oh I did more than just ride it, I helped maintained it...! You see it's captain, a good friend of mine go way back." Franslin thought for the small second and smiled at Daniels "You know what, after all this chaos with my brother is settled I'll make sure you ride that that Airship to your heart's content! As for stories, once we're settled in the ship I'd be happy to tell stories!" Franslin said happily, having such an admirer really made him happy inside but it was also a great feeling that he made a new friend.
The burmecian made a long whistle out of impress when he gazed upon the massive battleship that rested at the dock "The Fearless... Very fitting name for such a beautiful yet dangerous ship like her..." he said while placing his hand on the ship and felt its fine crafted wood...
After hearing a somewhat familiar voice he instantly turns around and once he saw Killy, Javier, and Frato he spoke up in a stern tone "Where the hell have you been Frato!?" but grew quiet for the minute when Killy was speaking. "Wait wait wait... You were running from me...? Why? I thought we were better than that...BESIDES, I was asked to help out." he rubbed his temples for a while Killy face palmed, he then lets out a long sigh and shakes his head "You really think I'll be a burden? If it makes your feel any better, I'll lift my weight around the ship, I'll cook, clean, and what not... As for the protecting... No need to worry about that... But Goddammit, that's my brother, like hell I'm gonna let him face a clan that's 'Oh-so-dangerous' but I can't stand around knowing something could hurt him."
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Post by Robshi on Jul 11, 2011 13:22:17 GMT
Frato was rather shocked to see Daniels with Franslin right at the front of the boat. Killy's little outburst didn't really help things, but he felt a little guilty when Franslin made his response.
"I'm sorry Franslin. These two were worried it was far too dangerous to let you get involved. I let them talk me into leaving you here for your own safety...but I guess now I have no choice." Frato looked apologetic, before his expression turned more serious. "If you are going to help though, there is something that still concerns me. I'll talk to you guys about it onboard though, I don't really want to broadcast it here."
The hybrid then started strolling up onto the ship.
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 14, 2011 6:31:49 GMT
"Looks its alright, and I'm sorry too for barging in like this... I'm just, worried is also." Franslin then nodded "What ever you need to talk about I'll listen, though I also need to talk to you.... Its about something way off subject so it can wait till tonight or something when there's nothing else going on."
He watched as his brother walked into the ship, then looked towards Killy and shrugs "I'm sorry for the inconvenience, if there's anyway I can make it up to you just let me know." he then grabbed Daniels' hand and made his way into the ship as well.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 15, 2011 1:08:17 GMT
"No no, there's no inconvenience." The female mage sighed. "We were just worried about your safety Mr. Fran. We're always swimming in constantly dangerous waters and we already lost many comrades in our journey back to Burmecia. Losing a brother would be very bad for Frato." Killy couldn't help but grin. "That guy doesn't need to be more annoying than he already is now, so try to stay alive, hmm?"
Killy walked up the plank with the rest of the crew, careful not to look down in the increasingly high depth between her and the dark icy sea. Near the top, two figures were standing in front of the ship's entrance. One a anthro shaggy dog equiped with a captain's garb and a friendly smile. The other a small moogles standing beside his captain wearing a mock pirates uniform, also with a smile.
"Ahoy there mateys!" The Sheep dog greeted the gang with a think outlander accent. "Welcome to me beatutiful ship. I am Captain Blasco of The Fearless, and this be my first mate Bucky."
"Pleasure to meep you all, kupo." The moogle saluted to them.
"Aye, well I have been given word that you'd be here soon and the rest of yer mates have already boarded. We can leave as soon as you all give the word. Have any of ye any business left to take care of in our fare port city?"
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 15, 2011 5:47:39 GMT
"In that case, you got any tea? Lets chat over a cup of tea sometime." Franslin suggested with a smile "Ah I see, and I'm sorry for your losses. I do hope there are no more, I won't allow. But I can be of great service to you, since I was nineteen I've been traveling around the place, perhaps my knowledge can be of great use to you, I've even seen the land from the skies and I also studied the habitats of most monsters...!" he then makes a quick chuckle and grins "If you think he's annoying now, try living with him."
Upon walking on board while still holding tightly on to Daniels' hands "Ahoy there...!" Franslin returned the greeting with a salute out of respect "Thank you, Captain Blasco its a pleasure to be here on your ship. I apologize for my sudden joining, but if there's work that needs to be done around the ship, please let me help, would be unfair that I'm the only one on board thats not lifting his own weight around the ship." he made a sharp laughter and smiled. "Though Franslin Corona at your service, sir. Though I'm break for family issues but I'm a Quatermaster for The Lunar Crescent the Second." Franslin was very formal when it came to meeting captains and other high ranking people no matter where he was.
The Burmecian returned the salute the First Mate moogle "Pleasure to meet you too. Anyway, I got everything I need from the city though I'm not sure about my brother or the rest."
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Post by Robshi on Jul 16, 2011 0:02:12 GMT
Frato merely smiled as he saw Captain Blasco and Bucky the First Mate greet him. Those two were certainly familiar faces to him, and he kept smiling as Franslin arrived as well and gave his introduction to them about his newly discovered presence on the Fearless. Then he decided to speak to Blasco.
"Sir Frato here, and yes I am ready to leave Captain." He then turned to Franslin. "I too, have everything I need from the city."
The hybrid then chuckled to himself.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 16, 2011 2:45:03 GMT
"Heh, Maybe I'll take you up on that offer sometime." Killy whispered to Franslin. "Tho I'm not much for tea. Maybe later, after we set ourselves up on the ship."
"Excellent." The captain clapped his hands. "And I suppose some new blood won't himnder anything in the charter. Welcome to the crew says I. I'll tell me mates to lift anchor." Blasco patted his first mate Bucky's back. "Bucky here will lead you on the tour and to your rooms. If ye land lubbers need me, just hollar." Exit the sheep dog captain.
"Okay kupo!" The moogle seemed energetic to Frato and Franslin's party. "Welcome aboard The Fearless, one of the toughest merchant ships in the seas. Not only that, it serves as a well maintained luxury cruise for those looking for a change in the norm, kupo. A few of you will be sharing some rooms since you all arived a bit late because of the new guy."
Daniels raised a hand. "Oh don't worry, Sir. Franslin can stay with me." The cleyran mage looked taken aback in embarrasment for a moment then looked sheepishly at Franslin. "Um, that is if it's okay with you."
"Kupo!" Bucky said at the silution. "Then we're good. I'm gonna hand a map of the ship to each of you..." The first mate pulled out his satchel and produced at least a dozen blue scrolls detailing the many oreas of the ship. "This will tell you where everything is in case you get lost or decide to travel around. Be warned tho, any area's marked in red, like the engine room, oil silos, or ordnance bay, is clearly out of bounds and tresspassers will be dealt with accordingly. As for the places you can visit..." He opened his own map and pointed his finger to the many areas of the ship; Bay shops, cafeterias, training rooms, play rooms, observation deck, ect ect. "These are all totally open and for you to come and go whenever you like except when we say so."
The moogle breathed, as if he's been holding his breath for too long. "Alright, any questions?"
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 16, 2011 3:27:29 GMT
"Good! Always prepared! Everything I taught brother before I set off that day got to you good too!" Franslin smiled as he patted Frato's back.
Before the group was lead off by the First Mate, the burmecian he waved to the captain and followed the group, he paid attention as Bucky spoke but when the comment 'A few of you will be sharing some rooms since you all arived a bit late because of the new guy' Franslin rose his hand for a second and said "Sorry! My bad!" then laughed softly to himself.
"Sounds good to me." Franslin responded to Daniels "So I guess this is good here, keep it boy-boy and girl-girl n'stuff for the room arrangements n'stuff." he then patted Daniels' shoulder gently and replied to him "Of course its fine with me." and smiled before accepting the map and instantly began to look through it "Wow impressive layout if you ask me... Wait... Cafeterias? Playrooms? Shops? Bloody hell I'm a cruise ship!" he snickersnickers a bit and grinned to himself. But after the group was asked if they have any questions, he remained quiet since he had no questions to ask the First Mate at the moment.
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Post by Robshi on Jul 16, 2011 23:03:19 GMT
Frato also listened carefully as Bucky guided them round the ship, not wanting to miss any vital information. When the problem of room sharing came up, there was a quick panicked thought from Frato.
Oh no...don't put me with Daisy again! Please don't-huh? Why is Daniels pairing with Franslin all of a sudden? Do they already know each other or something?
The young dragoon took a blue scroll map from the moogle and looked as Bucky pointed out the various areas. When asked if there was any more questions, Frato decided to ask something.
"Um...yeah. I believe a Cleyran named Violet and a lovely female mole named Daisy are on this ship somewhere. Can you ask someone to verify for me that they are indeed on this ship and where they might be found? I'll be heading to the training room now, just so you know." Frato stated, pointing to the training room part of his map scoll just to make himself clear.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 16, 2011 23:28:41 GMT
Seeing as Franslin has asked no questions to the moogle, Bycky turned his attention towards the hybrid's questions. The moogle however visably bristled at the mention of Violet and tried to stop his shivering. "A-hah, ah, yes, her. Um. Well she's, uh, I believe she's in her own room , which will be about two rooms away from yours Mr. Frato. As for Daisy, I heard she was heading down to the Observation deck."
The moogle pulled at his colar. "Heh. Alright. If you want to know your room numbers, they'll be written down on the map." The moogle looked at Franslin. "And since you'lll be sharing a room with Mr. Daniels, your room will be located in between Mr. Frato and Ms. Violet's room. Alright anything else kupos? If not, then you are free to enjoy what this ship has to offer. We will arrive at the Cleyran coast in nearly three days."
Killy rubbed her chin. "I think I'll head over towards the cafe, I could use some grub."
"I'll be with Sir Frato," Grunted Javier. "I'm curious on their training program as well."
"Seeing as I don't have anywhere in particular to go, I'll go wherever you like to go Sir Franslin." Smiled Daniels, his hands still holding the red mage's. "Should be fun compared to the days we had."
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Post by Robshi on Jul 17, 2011 0:45:45 GMT
Seeing Bucky shiver at the name of Violet did surprise Frato somewhat, but he could hardly blame the moogle. It was actually more of a comfort to know that he wasn't the only one who was fearful of her.
"Okay, thanks for the info." Frato answered. I'm not really happy with the proximity of our rooms to Violet's though...this could be trouble. Hrm...
Frato turned towards his older brother. "Franslin, before I head off, I want you to take this." The hybrid took off the ruby ring he was currently wearing and slipped it straight onto of the nezumi's fingers. "I know that me giving you a ring is a bit odd, but just trust me and keep it on for now. I'll tell you more about it later. I'll see ya later Franslin."
Now satisfied, Frato then headed straight for the training room and using his blue map scroll to ensure he went the right way.
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 17, 2011 3:19:41 GMT
"No I'm fine, nothing else needed. Thank you." Franslin answered to Bucky after being told where the room was located.
Seeing as there's nothing else that needs to be said for now, Franslin nodded towards Daniels "Yeah should be fun, but could you show me to the room n'stuff so I can set my stuff down?" he asked after taking one more examination of the blue map then rolling it back up for later, then waved at Killy "Have fun, talk to you later."
Before the Burmecian was about to get ready to walk off he stopped right away and turned around once he heard his youngest brother call for him "Huh? Whats up-" he took a long pause once Frato grabbed his hand and slipped on the ruby ring on his finger. He took the moment to examine it then made a firm nod "Gotcha-" he replied "-I'll be sure to not take it off or something. See ya" waving off for a second as he watched Frato leave.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 17, 2011 5:17:46 GMT
Killy waved back with a smile and headed off to her destination.
"A ruby ring?" Daniels inspected the ring Frato has given to Franslin. "That's...interesting. I forgot what it does, but I'm sure if your brother has given it to you, it must be for a good reason."
"Kupo!" The moogle sounded out. "Anyways, your rooms are to the north of here. Take the first stairs down one level and take a left. You'll see rows of doors. That's where you'll be heading.
"Thank you Mr. Bucky, we'll take it from here."
"Kupotastic! If you ever need me, I'll either ben in the Captain's Quarters or right here watching out for trouble."
Daniels, his hand still on Franslin's, lead the red mage where the moogle directed them both. He seemed rather ecstatic. "Heh, forgive me if I sound like a little school boy, but I cannot believe my luck, me not only meeting my old hero, but I'll be sleeping in the same room as him. I can't remember being so..so...heh." He took a quick glance at him. "Well, let's just say you've made my day. I just hope this day never e..oh."
The two had already gone down the stairway and found the hallway they were looking for. In the middle of the hallway however was a rather large grinning Gimme Cat, staring at him and Franslin, as if it was waiting for them.
"Ah..I see..um..Franslin. This uh...is also one of our 'companion', named 'Gimme'."
"Gimme..." The cat parroted the word with a creepy tongue.
"Yes, he is Javier's pet." The cleric tried to continue. "Pretty helpful at hunting items or people."
"Gimme..." The cat said again, and seemed to point a paw at Franslin.
"Hmm? Oh." Daniels grinned. "It appears he took an interest in your Ruby ring Sir Franslin."
"Mmmmm Gimme..."
"Heh..what will you do?" The cleyran asked.
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While Daniels and Franslin went their seperate ways, Frato and Javier on the other hand headed off to the training room. Down there, dozens of fighters of many races, classes, and jobs were walking about. The training room was actually a big winded hall that lead to several other rooms. Weight room, the gym, sword play, wrestling, unarmed combat, magic training, concentration room, and even a exotic weapons training room was connected here and there.
"Oh my, Never thought it was like this.." Javier whistled through the crowd of combatants. He looked around and saw a wall plastered with flyers and ads. Many offered expert trainers at a certain fee's, others offers to teach valuable skills, tricks, and magic spells, and there are even some offering a job for several position to earn some serious gil. One flyer however caught his attention.
"Oh well now...Frato, take a look at this. A tournament of fighters. Held in international waters so it's completely legal. Few rules and prove you are the best of the best. Winner recieves 5000 Gil and other prizes. Anyone can enter. Interesting...I wonder if the other's will be interested in this as well..."
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 17, 2011 5:38:35 GMT
"Yeah I bet it does something like in the books I've read." Franslin commented while examining the ring a bit more. "I mean, I doubt its a normal ring, I don't see why my brother would out of the blue give me an expensive ring like this or propose to be or something."
While being lead on to the room, Franslin tried to keep with the eager Cleyran "Oh no its fine...! Heh, I'd probably be the same exact way if I met my hero, ya know!" he smiles at Daniels and chuckles "And you know, I'm glad I've made somebody's day today has been chaos."
After the two stopped in the middle of the hallway, he stares at the Gimme Cat and blinks.
"Well he is a cute little guy....!"
The Redmage crouched down and extended his hand slowly after hearing the cute 'Gimmies' but stopped after being told what it was wanting and withdrew his hand.
"Errrm... I can't let him have this ring..... Soooo...."
Franslin uses his other hand, the hand without the ring and starts scritching the side of the Gimme Cat's head "....I'll just try to take it's mind off of it..!" he exclaims as his answer with a smile.
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