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[color=FIREBRICK][b][h3]MALAKAUS FIREBELLY[/h3][/b][/color][/center]

Malakaus nodded his head politely to the trio as they introduced himself. This Kyle, or "Meat Shield" as he's called by Blanc, seemed eager enough. He also seemed a fool, but if his name was any indication, he was tough. Malakaus hoped Kyle was as good at giving a beating as he was at taking one. The other person, Forett, seemed like a capable person. At the very least a regular adventurer. That would have to do for what Malakaus needs them for. Blanc seemed dismissive of Kyle, but Malakaus didn't question it too much. Perhaps it was just a personal thing. Still, if she was an acquaintance of Vesta, then Blanc may have some talent. A person like Vesta wouldn't just interact with riffraff after all. [color=firebrick]"It is good to meet the three of you. As for my quest, it's simple enough. Tomorrow I shall be leaving the city with my squire to assist some villages. The crystal that protects their home from Demon Beasts have been destroyed, somehow. I wish to investigate, but at the same time I must also help these villages prepare a defense against the demon beasts. Thus I need able-bodied adventurers, both warrior and mages, who can help not only defeat our enemies, but also protect the village."[/color]

Malakaus took a sip of his cider when he head a faint and familiar shout. It sounded like Atisha, and a lot like her warcry... And if it was that close, then danger was nearby. [color=firebrick]"Normally I would like to learn more about you and your abilities, however as a Knight of Lugnica I also have a duty to protect it. I sense that there is danger nearby and I must investigate. And I would like you three to come with me, so that I may see your skills."[/color] Quickly downing his cider Malakaus put his helmet back on and started to walk out of the room. 

Rushing out of the tavern Malakaus went into the alley ways where it was relatively quieter. He could still hear Atisha's grunts, meaning she was fighting. And even if it wasn't Atisha, someone was struggling. The sound was distant and above, likely on the rooftops. He disliked having to climb in full armor, not because he can't, but because it was tedious. Tightening his gloves Malakaus looked for some sturdy handholds and quickly began to scale a wall towards the rooftops. Hopefully the others would be close behind him, because he didn't intend to slow down.

[@Seirei No Hai][@Forett][@dabombjk]


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[color=FORESTGREEN][b][h3]ATISHA ELUVIAN[/h3][/b][/color][/center]

This stranger was both arrogant and a fool, a dangerous combination. More so if he was even slightly dangerous. Atisha could feel the air get heavy, and a certain malicious intent radiated from the man. Something that told Atisha that this was no mere fool or thug. No, this was something far, far more dangerous. Like a demon. But this only steeled Atisha's resolve; it only proved that this man was guilty. If he had surrendered, even with such an aura Atisha would accept it and detain him. But he made no efforts to do as commanded and even dared mock her. There was no point in a trial; now it was time for the execution.

First, Atisha observed her opponent. He wore a breastplate with gauntlet and grieves, making striking those areas a bit more difficult. Additionally he had something wrapped in a black cloth behind him; likely another weapon. He currently wielded a rapier, and while it couldn't match the reach of Atisha's own partisan, if he actually knew how to use it then he could quickly thrust towards her when she attacked. But if it was going to be a battle of speed, then Atisha was going to come out on top. Additionally with Maria and Tani on her side, who weren't simple warriors (Hopefully), this man was at a disadvantage. And if he knew that, then surely he would try to escape. Atisha intended to make sure he never leaves this rooftop alive.

[color=forestgreen]"Caela ie'lle!"[/COLOR]

In a blur Atisha lunged at the man, moving towards his blade hand. Her spear aimed towards his hand; either to impale it or disarm him of his weapon. Or even better, he would try to avoid it and move his arm, but that would allow her to redirect her attack to his unarmed armpit. Atisha struck fast and hard, but she did not stay in place. After her lunge, regardless if she had landed a hit or not, Atisha would bounce back a fair distance into a rather large puddle. She could feet the water wet her toes. A small smile formed on her face as she readied for the mad man's counter attack.

[@Zelosse][@ADamnFiddle][@liferusher]