Deathmaker

Team Awesome

Question, whose ribs are cracking? Hollow's or Winters'?

Team Awesome

"What? You, being the only girl in that bar, would make those guys twitchy. Have you seen their stares and glares? Well, they can only stare at your clothes, and nothing more. However, you do have a body to die for. Makes me kind of wish I didn't dislike you." Alexei smiled as he looked into his scopes once more. "How do I know? I've already seen it, remember?" the assassin chuckled as his eyes opened in surprise. Winters had a hole in his head, but he was still alive and flailing... he was sprinting madly towards him and Invisibitch.

Alexei looked through his scopes again as he aimed it still at the head of the now approaching Winters. He fired another bullet, and stood up immediately knowing that he wouldn't be able to fire his next shot at this pace.

"Invisigirl..." Alexei looked at Melinda with a grin. "I'll trust you to cover me for a while." Alexei spoke as he drew his pistol and fired rounds and rounds of bullets at Winters. Suddenly, his gun clicked, signalling the empty cartridge. The assassin pulled out his trench knife as he awaited the rampaging Winters.

Heir of the Mitsumine Clan

"Tenzin-sama? How interesting! You must be a talented and brilliant woman to be studying under him. Then again, your looks don't betray your talents." Kitsune chuckled as he fanned himself. "Mere keeper of numbers and books? Mere? Don't underestimate yourself too much, Hana-san." the young lad smiled as he drank more liquid from the elixir. "If you're studying under Tenzin-sama, then surely you must be a scholar? I've always fancied being a scholar, but some duties were holding me back."

Kitsune observed Hana again who had pulled out a stylus and a red book where she wrote on. The lad was interested in the strange writings she had placed in there. The reason why Kitsune was so interested in this woman, is because the Boar Clan didn't care much for knowledge and facts. In fact, Kitsune doubted whether the Boar had any libraries or such. The woman was so engrossed in her writings that she seemed to shine while doing it, or was it just Kitsune.

"Anyway, Hana-san, your words a scholar will weigh much more than mine, a mere guest. Trust me, my words do not weigh as much as yours." Kitsune chuckled as he knew what he was for... To train under the Mitsumine, which is outweighed by knowledge of course. "Besides, clans and eras will be different as time passes, but facts and knowledge, remain the same. Isn't that right, Hana-san? Worry not, Mitsumine-dono will be glad to see a woman of such great ability as you. I'll be walking around the place for a while; just to get a feel of the Mitsumine clan." Kitsune assured the woman as he motioned for his retainers to follow him. Together, the trio walked slowly; taking their time to enjoy a peaceful view.

Team Awesome

Alexei arrived at the scene first. What he saw made him almost lose his milk. Instead of a crazy old man, what he saw was an insane massacre. Suddenly, Telefag arrived, and much to Alexei's disdain, he was actually glad to see Telefag. Next, it was the cocaine-druid who appeared next, and everyone else managed to catch-up. Suddenly, a flying object soared through the air as it hit Alexei squarely on his skull. The assassin flew like a ragged doll as he collided with the wall, cracking it. Alexei could already hear the battle echoing in the background but he was stunned and dazed by the attack. His eyes were blurry, and his head aching like mad.

He picked up the stone that Winters had threw at him, but why was it hairy? Alexei looked at the stone as he actually lost his milk; it was the girl's head. Alexei leaned backward as his face was contorted in disgust and in fear. The assassin stood up as his focus regained once more. Alexei withdrew back into the bar after a few minutes. Seeing Jack still in there.

"Hey, Mild! Get ready with some medical supplies... It's gonna be a bloody day." Alexei spoke in a husky tone as he grabbed his rifle and his bullets. "This time... It's not only his hips I'll be breaking."

After exiting the bar, Alexei rushed towards the scene and saw Hollowfag writhing through the air. The assassin tumbled to the ground as he aimed his scopes at Winters. It was quite easy to shoot but he didn't want any friendly-fire just yet.

"Duck your head a little bit, Ms. Invisigirl... Because if I snipe you out, the guys at the bar won't give their right hands a break." Alexei smiled as he pulled the trigger, sending a speeding bullet into Winters head. If it would hit, critical damage would be sustained.

Team Awesome

Alexei spun around as he saw that girl... was it Invisiwoman? Invisibitch? Well, whatever. She was running after him, and calling him that it made Alexei wonder whether she would slap his face or something. She began to spout things such as him hating her, or something like that to which Alexei laughed heartily.

"Hate you? Dang, girl. Where did you get that idea?" Alexei smiled, patting her small head with his gloved hand. "I don't hate you... I just dislike you. Hey, at least that's not so bad, right?" Alexei chuckled as he remembered her name. "Oh yeah, you're Melinda. Nice name, nice name. For someone I dislike."

Alexei spun around as he stretched his arms.

"You know... I'd advise someone like you to stay away from me. I mean, you've got the look, you've got the attitude... You can pick a man right off the streets without even trying." Alexei sighed as he closed his eyes. Suddenly, he lunged toward Melinda, and planted his face just a few inches from hers. "Beware me, a man who can see through you. I kill without remorse, I do as I please without caring, and I pour milk in a bowl before adding cereals." Alexei said in a husky tone as his eyes turned red. "These are just one of the reasons why you should loathe me." his eyes roamed down Melinda's body as he looked up again. "There's nothing to see anyway."

The assassin backed off, laughing heartily. "Keep being yourself, Ms. Invisigirl... You'll find your true strength soon enough. I hope." Alexei smiled at her as he pulled out his gun. "Well, I have Mr. Winters to take care of. You can join me if you want, but again, I'd advise you to stay away."

With that Alexei darted off to Winters' location, ready to put him in his place or put him down.

(Well, off to bed :D Will be back tomorrow)

Team Awesome

"Me? A hero? You must be misunderstanding some here, Mr. Mild. I was never a hero." Alexei chuckled as he drank the remaining milk in one gulp. "With Mr. Winters' case, you would like to encourage someone with a softer hand. Perhaps Ms. Invisigirl there would use her abilities to crush that guy's nuts before returning him to the pension home. Well, that's what her use is actually for anyway." Alexei yawned as he turned to Jake.

"You know, Mr. Mild, you are such a nerd. Batman, and those guys... They are the heroes that this rotten place needs, but not the one it deserves." Alexei smirked as he approached Jake as he handed him 5 dollars. "Probably not enough to cover all the milk and glasses I've raided from your place, but then again, this poor excuse of a hideout is what I like to call home... for now." Alexei smiled at Jake as he noticed the set of guys actively staring at the woman.. what was her name again? Doesn't matter. She's Invisigirl or even Invisibitch, either way, they both fit her.

"Ya know... Staring like that won't really do you desperados any good. If you've got eyes like mine..." Alexei laughed as he approached the bar door. "I can see what's beneath. If you know what I mean." the assassin chuckled as he opened the door, looking at Jake at the same time. "I'll take care of Mr. Winters. I'll try to be gentle, perhaps shoot a leg or two. Anyway, I'll be back shortly. Prepare a glass of milk for me, will ya, Jake? Put ice in it as always."

Alexei exited their 'base' as he didn't even bother getting his rifle anymore. Heck, even his pistol is more than enough for this job.

Team Awesome

"Yeah, that's right you corrupted, two-faced, stealing bastard. Yeah, grind that whore." Alexei smirked as his scopes aligned on the businessman. "Everyone thinks you're an angel sent to Nevada, but let me tell you this... If you're an angel, I'm the demon." the lad chuckled as his finger rested on the trigger. "Send my regards to hell, you son of a bitch." His finger pressed the trigger as the bolt sounded. The bullet pierced through the stained-glass window, sending crimson liquid flowing on the ground with the businessman's corpse sprawled on the prostitutes panicked body. Alexei stood up, and picked up his sniper, ready to pick up his pay, and ready to kill another day.

Or so he wished....

Here he was, sitting in a cramped-ass bar with these freaks like him. He was busy chugging down a glass of milk with nothing but his clothes, and his pistol hanging by his side. Alexei eyed his so called 'team'. They weren't much, but they were worth being used for now. Perhaps, Alexei was sure that his team understood that his loyalties didn't really lie with them; rather, the gunman was just using the group as a fallback when he would fall in hot water.

Alexei eyed the bar owner, Jake. Now that man was one hell of a fanatic when it comes to heroes. Well, hopefully, Jake understood that Alexei was no hero; only an assassin. The young assassin knew that his team didn't like him for his disgusting disregard of human life.. correction, corrupted human life. Alexei was willing to dip his hands in blood when his team would pussy out of it. Now, a distress call echoed in their 'hideout'... Normally, Alexei liked distress calls, but this time, he knew who was causing trouble.

That Mr. Winters... a pathetic excuse of a villain.

Alexei eyed his companions as he grabbed his pistol, and aimed it at the cup at a further table. The gun fired as the cup shattered in a hundred pieces.

"Now... Would someone like to fix that old man before he kills himself? I mean, I could do it, but I could kill him." Alexei, known as Deadbolt to his companions, spoke in a bored tone as he twirled and placed his gun back into his belt.

Team Awesome

Got it :))

Heir of the Mitsumine Clan

Kitsune bowed to Nawabuta as he motioned for his retainers to follow him. "That's more than enough, Nawabuta-san. Thank you." Kitsune replied to the gatekeeper's offer as he looked at the woman he was supposed to be waiting with. She was beautiful with a red kimono, and basing on those looks, she was probably popular among men. The young heir averted his gaze as he went back examining the Mitsumine environment. Truly, their land was bountiful of the earth. Kitsune sighed as he somewhat compared the Boar to the Mitsumine... These people were experiencing peace; such peace, meanwhile, their land was always vigilant and watchful. While the people here were carrying flowers and tea, the Boar Clan were always carrying katanas and tantos even when they take a bath.

"Tell me, Shibata-san... Would the Boar experience this kind of peace? Where people actually go to their land, not to wage war, but to visit?" Kitsune mumbled to his retainers.

"I believe that once you become the leader of the Boar, we will prosper, Hatamoto-dono." one of the retainers answered as Kitsune smiled.

"If you keep up with this weak attitude, Hatamoto-san, even our fiercest warriors will desert you." the other retainer added as that statement wiped out Kitsune's grin.

"Akechi-san! Speak not of Hatamoto-dono in that manner! You know he was born with a weak fortitude and body. It's already a proof of his strength that he survived that harsh winter, when Ishiyama-san, the strongest retainer, perished beneath frost and ice." Shibata, a retainer, rebuked the disrespectful partner.

"Cool your tongues, my friends." Kitsune ordered as he turned to his retainers with a smile. "We are not here to bring ill-will, but to meet with the new leader of the Mitsumine." the young heir sighed as he turned to the woman in front of him.

"Greetings, ojou-san. Pardon me for the inconvenience of having to share a single meeting room. If you don't mind, I'd be glad to allow you to meet with Mitsumine Ryuunosuke-dono first, before I would seek his audience." Kitsune nodded to the lady. "Oh, pardon me for my manners. My name is Hatamoto Kitsune, a visitor."

Heir of the Mitsumine Clan

Kitsune's eyes opened as the woman was allowed to enter through the gates. The young heir smiled as he began to walk towards the gate when suddenly, Shibata tugged his sleeves.

"Hatamoto-dono... Look." the retainer said in a grim tone as Kitsune spun around and saw the different banners of the clans from a distance. The banners didn't surprise him. What surprised him was the familiar banner of the Boar led by one his uncles. Kitsune's face turned into a frown as he remembered the deeds of that person. If his father didn't like him, then that uncle didn't more. That uncle wanted his son to be the next heir instead of Kitsune, so seeing him here would be quite awkward. Perhaps that man expected Kitsune to be dead by now, but boy, was he in for a surprise.

The young heir wasn't really in a receptive mood for his kin, so he walked hastily to the gate where he saw Nawabuta, the gatekeeper.

"Good morning, Nawabuta-san." Kitsune greeted the tall man, remembering the keeper's name from his mentor's instructions. "May we be allowed to enter? My name is Hatamoto Kitsune of the Boar Clan. I came to bear gifts, and to seek an audience with the young lord Mitsumine Ryuunosuke-dono." Kitsune gently smiled as he tried to be calm and composed. However, the look of urgency was evident on his face, his eyes kept darting to the incoming Boar banner, and his face was uncomfortable. Kitsune prayed that Nawabuta wouldn't notice his urgency, but between seeing his uncle today, or walking again through the blizzard, Kitsune would choose the latter in a heartbeat.