The path the ravine was dark, gloomy, and positively dreadful; Which is to say it was exactly like the rest of the World of Wasted Dreams. Tatsumi began the trip feeling confident. He was ready for adventure, ready to prove himself to the group. But soon that changed, a sense of dread slowly consuming him as they drew closer to Paraanon Ravine. He wasn't sure if it was just an effect of this world or if he was just getting jumpy... or maybe there really was some sort of danger. He began throwing glances over his shoulder, convinced that something [i]very[/i] scary was following them. Something overwhelmingly powerful. His hand drifted to the hilt of his sword, ready to draw at any moment. [b][i][color=Gold]Am I just being paranoid? No one else seems scared...[/color][/i][/b]

At least none of the humans in their party were. He cast a glance to Mu and his monkey companion Jin. The monkey was nervous too, to the point of shaking. [b][i][color=Gold]Animals do have a certain sense for these things. Maybe there is something following us.[/color][/i][/b] He heard Macey dismiss the monkey-like man as a stranger. Tatsumi cast her a friendly smile, [b][color=Gold]"No need to be so cold, Macey. I have a feeling we're going to be stuck together for a while, so I think we should all be friends!"[/color][/b] He announced enthusiastically. He really was seeking the friendship of the group, even the more aggressive members like Akemi and Sinthe, that was simply Tatsumi's nature.


And then footsteps could be heard advancing towards them from the mist. Tatsumi tensed, preparing to draw his weapon. He had a feeling that vigilance was an incredibly valuable trait out here. However the mist parted to reveal an old man that appeared to be in a very sorry state. His eyes were clearly gone, and although his cries were barely audible it was obvious he needed help. Mu and Macey instantly announced their suspicion of the man, but Tatsumi was foolishly not so cautious. [b][color=Gold]"C'mon, he's just and old man, and he clearly need some help. Are you alright sir?"[/color][/b] He said, approaching the man.