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Post by Robshi on Jul 17, 2011 11:53:33 GMT
Frato was very surprised by the difference between what the training was and just what his expectations were. He looked around, and then looked at a flyer Javier pointed out.
"Hrm...that is interesting. I'm just wondering what exactly the rules are." The young hybrid mused. "I really hope it isn't fight to the death in international waters because there is no law in international waters...because if it is that I'm not interested."
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 17, 2011 21:27:31 GMT
The gimme cat didn't mind having the side of his head scratched, but it's eyes followed the ruby ring intently. So much so he began to move towards it, as if trying to get the closest look possible.
"Heh, curious little thing." Chuckled Daniels. "Maybe you should put it away so it won't be enticed anymore."
"Gimme....Gimme.." It kept repeating.
"Good thing it isn't violent, otherwise you wouldn't have that ring, or your face."
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"That's the interesting thing about this tournament Sir Frato." Javier continued the conversation. "It said that the combatants can make their own rules and agree with each other. From no physical attacks, no magic, even a battle with your own wits. Winning conditions are also malleable, you can say first blood will be the winner, or first hit, time limit, and even death. Hmm..If only I were younger, then maybe I could give this a go. What do you think?"
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 17, 2011 21:36:27 GMT
Franslin nods in agreement seeing as Gimme was so enticed by it. He takes off his backpack and turns his back towards the Cat, he slips off his ring and drops its inside one of his spare gauntlets then completely wraps his extra clothes around it for protection to be safe.
The red mage slings his backpack back on then picks up Gimme and cradles it in his arms as he stands back up.
"Curiously little guy..." he chuckled.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 18, 2011 8:39:36 GMT
The Gimme cat groaned sadly by Franslin's actions, even hissed at him briefly. Those feelings soon passed as it was suddenly picked up and cradled in the red mage's warm arms. The monster's eyes dimmed and his smile widened as it grew confortable in Franslin's hold. It began to purr and Daniel's laughed.
"Ha ha, oh wow. I've never seen that thing being tamed by anyone else except Javier. Wow, is there anything you can't do? Well come on, let's go see our room, I'm sure Javier wouldn't mind us babysitting his pet."
Daniels led the way down the hallway of rooms, passing by a crew member every so often. Some of them gave a brief stare at Franslin and his cuddled pet. Soon, Daniel's stopped. There was a door different from all the other doors on the ship, as it was decorated with pink bows and painted red. Outside of the door stood two guards staring off on the opposite side of the wall, as if it was their mission their entire time. One was a short-cut black haired human knight equipped with a full plate mail and weaponry to boot. The other was a grey young burmecian who's clothing seemed fitting for a archer, as he was equipped with a crossbow and short sword. Both didn't seem to take notice of Daniel's and Franslin's movements at all.
The white mage stiffened for a moment, then slowly walked toward the room door located next to where the guards were. "I'll uh...get this door open, give me a moment."
The Gimme Cat began to paw at the face of Franslin, like trying to mold a clay pot.
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 19, 2011 0:11:54 GMT
The Red Mage chuckles softly seeing Gimme so peaceful now in his arms while he cradles it.
"Heh...~ I guess I'm just good with Animals is all. But yeah, let's move on. Though I'm sure when its time for Gimme here to leave he can run and find Javier on it's own, right?"
Franslin follows the White Mage down the hallway, when ever they passed by someone who stopped to stare at him briefly to tries to keep his attention away from them not knowing if they were in the mood to say 'hello' to him or no but figure after some more time in the ship they might accept his presence. When Daniels stopped, Franslin stopped his own tracks and stares at the nicely decorated door...
"Is that your ro-"
The Burmecian's question ends up to be answered when Daniels heads to the other door instead, and carefully walks behind him as he rubs the Gimme Cat's back as it paws at his face.
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 19, 2011 0:56:22 GMT
At the sound of Franlin's voice, the two guards simultaneously looked in their direction. The two's facial expression didn't change at all, but now that they were facing the mages, they were able to get a better look. They resembled more like fatigued zombies than your average defending guard; the human looks is in badly need of a shave and the burmecian's fur seemed matted with dirt. What's more striking tho was the discoloring of their eyes; they were both a bright pink and it seemed to emit a low glow.
Once Daniels felt their presence, and stares, his hands began to work more quickly to unlock the door. "Got it!" He said breathless and found himself forcefully pulling Franslin in as fast as he could. When he was he sure they were both in, he quickly shut the door. The white mage found himself almost gasping for air.
"Ugh...huh...sorry about that. I uh...just didn't like them staring at us..Well here's our room..."
The room was very large, enough for the two to live with each other confortably. It was equipped with a small kitchen, 2 bunk beds, 2 closets, a table and chair set, sofa, a book case, and other assortmentsyou call call home.
"Phew...so what do you think Sir Franslin?"
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 19, 2011 1:09:45 GMT
Franslin was rather disturbed by not just the appearance but the behavior of the two guards. He felt relief once Daniels pulls him into the room and closes the door behind them.
"Bloody hell... Some neighbors, huh?" the Burmecian sighs "I can understand why you wanted to get in as soon as possible..."
He takes the moment to look and examine around the room and whistles in a soft tone "Wow some place you got here.... Must have been very cozy here having it all to yourself before." The red mage chuckles a bit, he sets the Gimme Cat down for a moment on the Sofa, and steps over to the closets, looked in both to see which one was empty and places his backpack way at the top just to be safe.
"But I think its great in here, reminds me of my room back on that Airship I showed, just without all the junk on the floor..." he snickers a bit and started to unbutton his uniform coat and unbuckles the chestplate modded on to it, then places it neatly over one of the chairs as he stretches in his Black long-sleeve silk button-up shirt with lapels on it.
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Post by Robshi on Jul 19, 2011 15:59:13 GMT
Frato's eyes widened with enthusiasm as he heard Javier explain the customisable rules system. Changing the rules to suit the battle, deciding win conditions between both combatents, it all sounded perfect to him.
"Wow...that does sound good. I wonder how I can sign up?" Frato agreed, before something occurred in his mind and he turned to face Javier. "But what do you mean 'if only I were younger'!? I've seen veteran knights in action back in my training, those guys are never afraid to fight. Their experience is very useful to ask about, and I remember fighting one or two of them back in my training. Those guys are tough. So why won't you enter? Are you just afraid to lose?"
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 20, 2011 4:29:21 GMT
The Gimme Cat Instinctibly jumped out of Franslin's arms and layed itself onto the couch. Half-drowzily it watched the two nezumi's.
"Yess, indeed." The white mage breathed out. "Sorry, but seeing those two always makes me question the white mages oath. I need a drink." The white mage stretched himself. "I don't think I can imagine myself on an airship with the more you tell me." He joked, then looked back at Franslin. "But if you were to tag alo-" He stopped and noticed that the red mage was beggining to unbutton his coat. Daniels quickly turned his head away, blushing. "Ah-ha..ah um. Anyways, yes. Well, I'm going to go to the bathroom. I need to clean myself up anyways. Feel free to change or unpack. I'll be right back."Daniel's skipped out the room, careful not to show his red face.
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"Bah! I know those fool hardy knights you speak of. They're couragous only because they either have something to really fight for or have nothing to lose." Javier bragged but still wore a smile. "I've already got what I fought for and I have many things to lose. My hero-ing days are over my friend. But I suppose it's not too late for you."
He pointed to a white paper with dozens of names listed on it. "I believe this is where you sign up. I suggest you be careful on how you write your name tho. Remember, we're trying to be stealthy."
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 20, 2011 6:31:30 GMT
"Wrong with those two by the way...? They're not Zombies...... Are they?" Franslin asked while unbuckling his gauntlets and setting them on the counter top.
The burmecian grew rather confused when Daniels starts acting so strangely, blinks for a second and sits on the couch next to Gimme "Alright, and I'm basically unpacked here." he rubs the back of his head, not noticing the Cleyra's blushing face at all "So hey... If I were to tag along in what, now?" the red mage asked to get the white mage to finish the unfinished question.
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Post by Robshi on Jul 20, 2011 22:51:33 GMT
"Heh, good answer. I guess you're right, I'll need all the combat experience I can get if I'm going to protect us." Something isn't right... If his hero days are over then why is he here now? I'll play along for now though, may as well get some combat experience before I question him further.
Frato then turned his attention to the sign up sheet, and Javier's hint made him realise something. "Wait a minute...just what is the point of an alias when I can hardly cover up the fact that I am a hybrid and therefore stick out like a sore thumb!?" The young dragoon then rounded angrily onto Javier. "Just what are you playing at? Are you trying to get me into trouble!?"
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 21, 2011 1:48:46 GMT
"Zombies? Well..." Daniel's pondered the thought for a bit in the bathroom. Meanwhile, the Gimme Cat purred under the touch of Franslin.
"Zombies would be very close to what those two are, at least what they'd wish to be. No, they are under a sway of a very...influential character. She is also the one who gave us the tickets to this boat." He was quiet for a moment, then walked out of the bathroom with a worried look on his face.
"But enough about her. Why don't we go and find ourselves something to do? Or we can relax with a cup of tea and share stories with each other."
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Frato's riled up shouts caught the attention of nearly everyone in the Training Hall hallway. Dozens of eyes were now on Javier and Frato. The old thief shirked under their gazes and tried to calm the hybrid down. "Will you keep it down you fool. Are you trying to get us caught? Fine, do whatever you like..." He began to walk away, embarrased and desperate to draw away attention. "I'm going to go look around some more, just promise me you won't do anything stupid." Javier exited the hallway.
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Post by Robshi on Jul 21, 2011 14:15:06 GMT
"Rrg!" Frato went quiet for a moment as he tried to get his temper in check. The former dragoon was right, he didn't want to just attract unwanted attention right here and now. He watched the old thief leave, scowling lightly now. "Tch, fine. Have it your way then."
Maybe I can't trust him. Hrm... I should find a target practice area so I can train myself in throwing these new javelins of mine. It'll let me blow off some steam at any rate. Frato then looked around the training facility for somewhere he could do this quietly.
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 21, 2011 18:03:01 GMT
"So... Mind Control....? I mean after looking at those men, I'm kinda worried about them...." The Red Mage said as he sets Gimme on his lap and slowly strokes down his back and repeats. "....So who's in that room anyway? Seeing the decorations and guards I'd have to say she's important, possible relation to the Captain of this ship." he grew silent and thinks to himself then tilts his head as he notices the expression on Daniels' face "Something wrong?" he asked.
Though in response to the white mage's question, he nods with a quick shrug as well "We can do what ever you want, I'm up for anything so its your call here."
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 21, 2011 23:46:35 GMT
Daniel's nearly jumped at Franslin's question. "Huh? Oh, sorry. It's just that...well the woman gives me the creeps. And I don't like how she can control people against their will. And yes, she's unfortunatly very important..."
The white mage headed towards the kitchen area. "If you don't mind, I'd rather we change the subject. I'd rather we talk more about you. Like what made you become a adventu-"
Suddenly a knock at the door distracted him. The Gimme Cat pulled it's head up and hissed at the door.
"Huh, a visitor already.." Pondered Daniels. "Could you get it for me Sir Franslin? I'm going to go ahead and make us some tea."
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"Why hello Mr. Kupo!." Bucky was walking along the same path Frato was when the moogle noticed him. "How do you do, I hope you found this ship to be accomadating? If you haven't noticed yet, we're going to have a tournament soon, sign up over there if you want to enter. It's quite marvelous, kupo! Already several fighters has given their conditions to fight, I've even seen some who wants a team match. Or is there anything I can help you with?
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 22, 2011 0:24:04 GMT
"Well in my point of view, controlling people against their will isn't right even if you're a king or a queen.. But yeah, change of subject...!" Franslin agreed with Daniels, he then thought for a second and says "Well its a long story now that you mention it, y-" he stopped talking once the rapping on the door echoed into the room, once he was asked to get the door Franslin nodded "Sure thing." he responds and gets up and makes his way over to the door, taking a quick second to see if the door was locked, turned the knob and opens the door to see who's waiting...
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Post by Robshi on Jul 22, 2011 17:37:43 GMT
"Oh, hey there Bucky." Frato replied, rather surprised to see the first mate moogle again so soon. "I'm ok. And accomadating? I'm amazed the training area on this ship is so big and offering so much! I've seen lesser equipped training facilities on land in places through Burmecia!"
The hybrid then paused and looked back at the poster curiously for a moment when Bucky mentioned the tournament. He then turned back to the moogle and explained his concerns.
"Uh...yeah, about the tournament. I was just discussing whether to enter or not with Javier earlier. He was rather concerned about the possibility of Carnicero members and other bounty hunters using it as an oppurtunity to try and take my life. There's no chance of that really happening is there? Otherwise I'd be more than happy to enter."
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Post by M&M&M on Jul 22, 2011 23:45:07 GMT
Upon opening the door, a strikingly gorgeous and smiling cleyran stood daintily on the other side along with the two guards Franslin and Daniels met earlier. She wore a scantily-altered version of the shrine-maidens dress along with various amount of jewelry on her slim body, along with several ropes of gold twirling around her long ghostly hair.
"Why hello there..." The woman said with silk in her voice. "I heard from the grapevine that I have a new neighbor, and manners say that I just had to introduce myself.." Her eyes slowly moved around Franslins body and face, as if examining for a potential mate. Her smile grew, liking what she saw. "Not that I don't mind at all, you look tasty enough to eat, hmm-hmm-hmm."
She chuckled, not taking her eyes off the red mage. "You may call me Violet, my little dish. How do you do?"
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"Carnicero? Here, kupo?" The moogle thought to himself and put a hand on his chin in a typical thinking pose. "...I don't think it's very possible actually. We just came from a Foxtrot controlled city, so Carnicero members aren't generally welcomed at all. So I don't think there's any real chances a Carnicero would have entered this ship. I hear they don't take well to luxury anyways. But I suppose it doesn't hurt to be careful. You can always enter with a disguise or a hood covering your face, kupo."
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Post by DJ PON-3 on Jul 23, 2011 5:42:16 GMT
The Red Mage's eyes widen and takes a small slight step back in shock, Franslin was not expecting a woman dressed in such stunning yet revealing Maidens' Attire standing right there at the door step.
"Oh... Well hell there..." He said with a bit nervous tone in voice while he looks slightly to the side, after a quick scratch behind the head and keeps a straight face as he tries to ignore the observations of his body from the Cleyran.
"Nice to meet you, Violet... Allow me to introduce myself as well-" having such gentleman-like manners thanks to how he was raised, the Burmecian slowly and gently takes the Cleyran's hand and gives a quick light kiss "-I'm Franslin Corona. I'm sure its a high possibility you've met my youngest brother, Frato. I umm.... I met your boys there on my in, Ma'am. Heh..." he gestures to the guards behind Violet and lets out a swift chuckle.
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Post by Robshi on Jul 23, 2011 20:18:05 GMT
"A hood?" Frato repeated, thinking for a moment. Hrm, a big enough hood would cover most of my facial features, and it'd be very difficult to recognise me with one. An alias with it and I bet anyone would find it tough to recognise me...
The hybrid then spoke again in a notably quieter voice. "Okay, I'll enter. But I want to use an alias as well, just to play it safe. Hrm...you know any good names I could use?"
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