[h2][center]Geralt of Rivia & [color=BFBFBF]Zenkichi Hasegawa[/color][/center][/h2]
[center]Carnival Town -> The Avenger[/center]
[center]Lvl 13 Geralt (123/130) -> Lvl 13 (125/130) (+3 pending) [/center]
[center]Lvl 7 [color=BFBFBF]Zenkichi[/color] - (49/70) -> Lvl 7 (51/70) [/center]
[center]Word Count: 783 words[/center]

As everybody gathered and activated their Fulton devices, Geralt grimaced. She'd already been dreading this, but now that it was time to do it, nearly every part of her wanted to rebel against it. The only solace was the inevitable unconsciousness that blissfully rendered her unaware of the insanity that was this decision. Almost as soon as the fulton pulled them upwards, Geralt blacked out. Zenkichi, following in her footsteps with a gulp and a sigh, was out moments after. 

When they came to, it was back aboard the Avenger. Some of the others marveled at the technological masterpiece before them, while others were more focused on the current goal: use some of these Spirits they just got! Neither Geralt nor Zenkichi were opposed to the idea, so they went along with the others without complaint. They'd be gathering for a meeting afterwards, likely to decide the Seekers' next destination(s), but for now it was off to the Spirit Chamber, whatever that was. 

[i]Fitting name[/i], Zenkichi mused, when the group arrived at the Spirit Chamber, the strange machine at the center of it all taking most of the group's attention. He wasn't sure what Alcamoth had been like, but hearing this thing be described as like it, but 'creepy' gave him a few ideas, none of which he was sure was entirely correct. Still, as Deadman began to give his explanation, he almost agreed with her. It was a little creepy, but nonetheless extremely useful. 

Both he and Geralt hummed ever so noticeably at the mention that the Lost Numbers had no Spirits, though that tracked based on what Dawn had mentioned earlier. They weren't part of Galeem's 'database' or whatever they had called it, which posed some [i]incredibly[/i] awkward questions about the people who [i]were[/i] a part of it. What, exactly, happened to Spirits when they faded being the first. 

Putting those morbid thoughts aside, Geralt and Zenkichi took part in some quick trading before things really got underway. Geralt traded one of his capsules to the dour-looking thief, Therion, and gave one to Goldlewis with an apology, "For what happened in the fight with those Chimeras." Zenkichi, meanwhile, traded a Spirit capsule with Kamek, marking their first interaction. He still had no idea how to deal with his own knowledge about Bowser and his family, though he got the feeling Rika wasn't related to them by blood. With how Spirits worked, though, that was all it was. 

With the Spirit Chamber back up and running thanks to Nadia, and some valuable info having been granted by the Magikoopa, all they had to do was wait their turn. Geralt was looking over her capsules, thinking about what to do, while Zenkichi already had a pretty good idea. 

Eventually, Geralt's turn came, and she stepped into the Spirit Chamber with a deep breath, ready to see how much she'd change. 

[hider=Geralt Reset Results]
[b]Spirits Fused[/b]: Tartaglia, Flynn Scifo, Barbatos (Ardor Blossom), Shinobi (Ardor Blossom)
[b]Spirits Defused[/b]: Harbor Water Demon
[b]Powers Lost[/b]: Lightning Infusion, Breaching Bastion, and Bombing Flight
[b]Weakness Lost[/b]: Big Deal

Tartaglia: This spirit confers the ability [b]Foul Legacy: Raging Tide[/b], which allows the host to enter a melee stance endowed with weapons of pure Hydro energy. This allows him to execute quick attacks with dual blades, or stronger attacks with a joined twinblade. All attacks in this stance apply the Wet status, and critical hits apply Riptide, which deal additional Hydro attacks when triggered. This spirit also confers the Weakness [b]Self-imposed Self-improvement[/b], which makes him much more inclined to choose the weapon he's least proficient with when starting a fight

Flynn Scifo: This spirit grants the ability [b]Demon Fang[/b], which sends a cutting shockwave along the ground to deal unaspected slash damage. This spirit also confers the weakness [b]Disaster Chef[/b], which automatically ruins any food he cooks, making it downright toxic to those without sufficient poison resistance

Barbatos: This spirit grants the ability [b]Ground Shaker[/b], a powerful stomp that unleashes a wave of heavy dark explosions forward, although it must by charged by dealing damage. This spirit also grants the Weakness [b]Shapeshift Limit[/b], which puts a timer on how long the host can remain in his Ardor Blossom Identity before reverting to default, incurring a cooldown before the host can become Ardor Blossom again. While this timer normally lasts 30s, taking damage decreases it according to the damage taken

Shinobi: This spirit grants the ability [b]Shuriken Shower[/b], which summons a rain of 14 shadow-infused ninja stars in an area, though this must be charged by dealing damage. The 14th star deals 58% more damage, and this ability also energizes the host and nearby allies, decreasing stamina usage and boosting stamina regen. This spirit also confers the Weakness [b]Light Bane[/b], increasing the damage taken from the light element by 25%


The host is slightly taller than normal, thought not by much. His hair is a pale strawberry blond, and his armor is now a suit of [url=https://imgur.com/a/V9o7pSy] half-plate[/url], with his legs and arms covered by leather underneath the plates on his thighs and forearms. He looks a bit more youthful, though a tinge of madness still peaks through his bright, blue eyes. From the shoulders of his gear extend two half-capes of a slightly translucent white material that is mistakable for silk when dry. Personality-wise, Geralt is a bit conflicted. He seeks to do what is right, and while he does not agonize over following orders, he has a bit of a rebellious streak in him, and revels in a challenge. 

As LCCB Assistant Manager, the host is adorned in riot gear, wielding a riot shield and a pistol. His orange-white hair is voluminous, flowing down to his hips.  

As Ardor Blossom, the host has gained a noticeable amount of size, his skin has darkened and become hardened and scaly. His armor has transformed into a heavy tan jacket with a black undershirt, and he wears orange pants beneath it. His eyes are a bright orange, while his hair has become a darker orange. In this form, Geralt has rudimentary draconic wings that can be used to lengthen his jumps and buffet enemies with wind, but not fly. He has grown large horns on either side of his head, and his hands end in vicious claws. His demeanor is more dour and quicker to anger in this form. [/hider]

Stepping out of the Spirit Chamber with the Harbor Water Demon Spirit in his hands, Geralt looked at himself, gently patted himself down, and breathed a tremendous sigh of relief. "Finally, I have a...I'm a man again." He quickly corrected, not wanting to be [i]too[/i] vulgar, especially in front of Junior. Stepping out of the way to enjoy his new identity and get used to his new armor and appearance, he looked at the other Seekers before his eyes paused on Nadia. A quick memory from the Deep Blue Seaside flashing through his mind, he gave the faintest ghost of a smile before approaching. 

"Nadia. Seem to recall you having an eye on this." He simply said, holding the Spirit of the Harbor Water Demon out in offer. "I think you'd make good use of it." 

As they spoke, Zenkichi stepped into the chamber, anticipation building through him. 

[hider=Zenkichi Fusion]
[b]Spirits Fused[/b]: Ike and Tyrael
Ike: This spirit grants the ability [b]Eruption[/b], which causes blue flames to build up on the host's sword when its held with both hands facing the ground. These flames continue to intensify over the course of a couple seconds, during which the host's stance is extremely difficult to break at all, until the blaze tops out. When the sword is finally plunged down, it unleashes pillars of flame that deal heavy damage and guard break. A longer charge boosts the size, damage, and number of eruptions. This spirit also confers the Weakness [b]Weapon Trilemma: Sword[/b] which decreases the host's accuracy against (but increases the damage taken from) enemies wielding polearms, including spears, lances, halberds, javelins, scythes, and so forth by 15%
Tyrael: This spirit grants the ability [b]Smite[/b], which calls down a blast of the host's primary element in an area to deal damage. It leaves behind a field that boosts allies' movement speed by 25% for 2 seconds. The field itself lasts for 6 seconds, the same as the ability's cooldown, though it still takes a chunk of SP to use. This spirit also confers the Weakness [b]Mana Hungry[/b], increasing the SP cost of all skills by approximately 10%


The host has gotten taller, standing at about 6 feet, 4 inches tall, in addition to gaining some visible muscle mass. His skin has darkened further, and his hair has turned a dark blue while shortening to reach his ears. His suit has been replaced with a dark blue tunic and gray pants, and he has gained some armor pieces. His shoulders are covered by pauldrons, while his forearms and shins are protected by vambraces and greaves. Personality-wise, the host has become less bound by a sense of duty to order, and more inclined to follow his own personal ideals of honor and justice.

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Stepping out, Zenkichi hummed as he looked himself over. [color=BFBFBF]"Oh, that's a hell of a tan. Like I spent all summer in Okinawa."[/color] He joked. Overall, the appearance change wasn't too bad. He even got some armor out of it. [color=BFBFBF]"Oh, wait a second. Oh, I'm taller. Oh wow."[/color] Chuckling, he quickly got out of the way of the next person, running his hand through his hair. [color=BFBFBF]"Like, I wasn't [i]short[/i] before, but now I am [i]tall[/i]. I feel like an American."[/color] Looking over his other Spirit capsules, he sighed and decided that was best left for later. Maybe that Vulgrim guy would have something for him, or he could try to get the giant Bee lady to let him use that stuff to get better things from his Spirits. And fusing that vest would be useful, just so he didn't have to worry about it...