Hero

Time Stops For Fire(Altered Tundra and Hero)

Lorenzo let out a sigh, lightly patting the short brunette's head as he looked at Jaakuna. He would think very carefully for an answer to Jaakuna's question as he tried to recall what was said in the reports. He clucked his tongue as he released Emiri, and would nod to himself. "Most eyewitness accounts were...scattered, so to speak," He said as if he was trying to use his words carefully. "Most of the witnesses were...well...too close to the encounter, and if they didn't die, they'd share Andre's fate. So getting an accurate account of what exactly happened is a lot harder than you'd think."

Karolina nodded, though she would add, "One thing is for certain. Whoever caused the explosion was ill-informed in terms of effectiveness, as proper placing could have wiped Stigma clean off the map. The magicite mines near Stigma run for several miles, though the actual explosion took place in a small sector neighboring the border of Stigma. It is mostly a residential area, thus the very high number of casualties." She explained, frowning. "Although the attack would have been much more effective had they targeted the actual mine rather than the end of it."

That raised some questions in Emiri's head. "So then, was it simply a show of power?"

"Honestly, I would say it was a warning." Lorenzo stated. "A call for attention...whoever did it wanted to show what they were capable of. But the disturbing part is that the witness that caught the explosion from afar all said the same thing: It was exactly like what happened in Nabudis."

Nabudis?! Emiri gasped and looked at Jaakuna. "Then, it was deifacted Nethicite?!" She asked, surprised.

"No one knows for sure. You can see the site for yourself, really. But...I'd be careful. We all know what happened to Nabudis...it wouldn't be surprising if the area is the same." Karolina informed them.

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"Good luck," Grant murmured as he stepped back.

Nadeline gripped her rapier as the High Seraph would rise, though she admitted she wasn't too prepared for her first attack. She could feel the magicks power in the air, though she attributed it more to their surroundings as opposed to Ultima's actual power. Perhaps a little cocky, but she needed to focus and believe she could win. Her heels clicked on the ground as she ran forward, stopping only in the middle of the arena. At the very least, if she was going to screw up and get hit, she would make sure no one else would get hurt. Of course, she knew it was time to get serious, and for the moment, would actually sheathe her rapier. Instead she would bring out what looked like a small bracelet, though she would activate it with her own power and it would burst forth and reveal its true form as the Cloud Staff.

If she was serious about defeating Ultima, it was time to give it absolutely everything she had. As the magicks threatened to converge on her, Nadeline would twirl her staff in the air and bring it down to her feet. She would twirl around, flames following her staff's tip and as she finished the circle, the flames and holy magicks would converge, prompting an explosion. Grant had to fight the urge to run in, but as the dust would settle, Nadeline was no where to be seen. Before he could form the question, the sounds of magicks being charge could be heard, and he looked up to see the princess high in the air, having charged her own spell.

"My turn!" She called as she whipped her staff forward, the sound of crackling lightning surrounding her as a small, black colored ball formed at the tip of her weapon. "Shock!" The bal would grow in size, immediately zipping forward with lightning surrounding it as it homed in on Ultima.

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Jaakuna's words were those of someone who knew what he was talking about. As Karolina took a step back from the couple, Lorenzo would join her. She would give him a rather worried look as Jaakuna would speak to Emiri, though she noticed her husband would not take his eyes off his niece for even a moment. She looked back at Emiri, and the realization began to dawn on her as well. Lorenzo shook his head at Karolina, and the pair would gauge Emiri's reaction to Jaakuna very carefully.

Emiri didn't understand Jaakuna's concern at all. Rather, she couldn't help but get frustrated at his lack of understanding. Didn't he see how much her poor father was suffering? It was as if Jaakuna was blind! She couldn't help but scowl, her temperament immediately going south. However, before she could respond, the pain she had experienced in her head returned, and she winced, a hand to her head. Of course Jaakuna wouldn't understand. So long as his father was fine, what would he care about hers? Her power was only okay to use on his, even though it nearly cost her her life. She shook her head, showing Jaakuna a rather disgusted look as she glared at him.

However, it was Lorenzo who read Emiri's expression and deduced her thought process first, and would immediately step forward. "Whatever nasty words you have to say, you better think long and hard before you say them, young lady," He warned her, his voice uncharacteristically low. "Jaakuna is only looking out for your well being. You'd do well to remember that before you say anything you'd regret."

"Are...are you threatening me?" Emiri asked, clearly offended.

Karolina didn't like where this was going at all. She nervously touched her husband's arm. "Darling, please, Emiri is distraught. You know this can't possibly be easy on her," She told him, already feeling like a fight was about to happen. "Think of when your own father and mother passed away, I know it was not easy. Look at what even happened to Grant...everyone takes their despair in a different way."

Emiri gently took Jaakuna's hands off her shoulders, turning towards Lorenzo. "Honestly...if you have something to say, you may as well say it." She said, quirking an eyebrow at him.

"Don't think you can tussle with me, little girl." He stated with a chuckle. "If you're trying to make me out as a bad guy, then fine. But I'm not going to just stand here and watch you disrespect someone who only cares about you, who just wants what's best."

"You know who else was supposed to care and supposedly wanted what was best?" Emiri asked. "My mother. And look at the result--years of abuse, and for what? She got exactly what she wanted, and now she's dead." At the end of the sentence the pain would pulse through her head harder, and she closed her eyes for a moment. "It's just too bad it didn't happen sooner."

Karolina gasped, though her own expression went from worry to mild anger. "Emiri! You may have had your differences, but I won't tolerate you speaking ill of her!" She stated, placing her hands on her hips.

It hurt. It hurt so much, what was going on? Emiri placed both her hands on the side of her head, and for a moment, everything was quiet. And then, it was just...gone. Emiri let out a slight gasp, as if she was just waking up. The realization of her words finally clarified in her head, and she put her hands to her mouth. "I...Why would I..." She shook her head again. "I'm so sorry...I just..."

Lorenzo stayed quiet, though it seemed Karolina was more forgiving. This time it was she who would put her hand on her shoulder. "I understand. Truly, I do. I know you're upset, I know that you feel helpless and powerless. But please, believe me, anger is never the answer."

Emiri stayed quiet, though behind her hands, she would smile. No...Karolina was wrong. She didn't understand. She hated her mother, she really was glad she was dead. But for now, it just wasn't worth the hassle. Wait, why was she thinking like this? Her thoughts seemed to conflict with one another, though she felt like it was just a tiny voice in her head egging her on. Her deepest, innermost feelings, the most negative things. In truth, she really did feel that way. Yeah, it was fine. Everything was fine. Papa would be fine.

---

Grant would nod in agreement. The truth of the matter was that he really did feel the same way, but there was no point in repeating what was already said. That and he was always one more for actions rather than words. Though as he watched Nadeline's face, he couldn't help but roll his eyes. Nadeline herself was on the verge of tears, clearly touched by Wesley's words. She felt like she was falling in love with him all over again, and she was more determined than ever to prove her worth. Taking in a deep breath, she wiped her own tears away and turned back to Ultima, rapier aloft. Sure, the fact that she actually challenged this Esper to a one on one was, oh I don't know, insane, but hey, she wasn't alone. And when everything was over, she was going to make sure that she would never become a burden again.

"Not today, Ultima." Nadeline announced, her determination ringing in her voice. "Today, you shall fall to the likes of Nadeline Lenore Roselia of Rozarria!"

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"Relieved isn't the right word," Lorenzo muttered, his tone easily mistaken for a harsher one than intended. "She's glad her mother's dead, that is the truth of it. There's this part of me that doesn't want to admit it, but its plain as day. I wanted to chalk it up to shock, to grief, hell when my own father passed away--who I didn't have the best of relations to either--I admit I didn't shed a single tear, but I felt some sort of remorse, if only because the bastard passed away. Emiri is not numb, she just doesn't care. Karolina is too much in mourning to notice, but you and I have our heads clear for the most part so we can see it. But this...I just hope she doesn't have such a reaction to Andre. I don't think I can stay civil if she doesn't.

As the group would reach the right room, Lorenzo would hang back at the door, wanting to give Emiri some space. Andre was the sole inhabitant, but there were many machines around him. He had seen better days, and Emiri grimly remembered broken bones being the least of his worries. Half his body was oddly colored, no doubt being a result of mist being forced into his body. Emiri approached her father almost timidly, afraid that even breathing in his direction could hurt him. Why him, of all people? Of course, she already knew the answer. That was the soldier's life, wasn't it? But he was here, he was alive.

"He is recovering, we know this much for sure," Karolina would offer kindly as she joined her. "I know this must be difficult, but you must stay strong." Lorenzo nodded, relieved that for the most part, Emiri was surely more affected by this. For now, however, he would keep a close watch.

I am strong. Emiri agreed with Karolina as she nodded, squeezing her hand gratefully and even giving her a smile. "I will. I'm going to fix him." Emiri told her as she released her hand, giving her father her full attention.

Karolina's eyes widened as Emiri surprised her with her comment. "Fix him?" She asked, confused. Lorenzo couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, and he would stand up straight from his previous relaxed posture.

"My mother is dead. Fine. But I won't let that happen to Papa." The brunette informed her rather cooly. "I won't let anything else happen to him."

"Emiri, that's not--you're still recovering yourself!" Karolina was rather alarmed, and she looked to Lorenzo and Jaakuna for help.

The girl ignored her completely, holding her arms out towards her resting father. If she could save Simon, she could save her father. She needed to. He wasn't going to die. She didn't care if her mother was gone, but the gods be damned if she lost her father. The only one that cared, even if he was away, even if he was never there. No, she wasn't going to lose. She wasn't. She had the power. She saved Simon, she can save her father. As Karolina would place her hand on Emiri's shoulder, she jerked away, throwing Karolina a look.

"I'm fine." Emiri spat back. "I'm not the one who's dying." He's dying, he's dying, he needs me, I can save him.

---

Grant couldn't help but let out a laugh as Ultima spoke of him. Once Wesley and Savayna would say their parts, he would raise his hands. "Guilty as charged, it would seem. A curious thing, isn't it, that anytime a villain crosses over to the hero's side they suddenly get weaker?" He asked rhetorically, though he would lower his arms. "Humes truly are foolish creatures. It isn't enough that we war with one another, take what we please from the world, then have the audacity to complain that life isn't fair. But as you have said, we have come a long, long way." He smiled, raising his gun. "I'm changed man, for better for worse. Any other day I may have even agreed with you. But I can assure you, I am not the same child I once was. Zeromus was obtained by my hand--and I've only gotten stronger with the help of my allies."

Nadeline would remain quiet as she would listen to her allies. Together they really could accomplish anything. It is only by staying together that they ave come as far as they have. And yet, there was something in her, something telling her that this was her time. At that point she would reach over and take Wesley's hand from her shoulder, holding it tightly. She smiled at each one of her comrades, and she would take in a deep breath as she would turn to Ultima. "Naive doesn't even begin to describe it." She admitted wholeheartedly, letting go of Wesley's hand as she walked forward. "Gods know how many times I've been nothing but a burden, how many times I've cried and caused dissern among our group by my own foolishness, how many times have I said 'I told you so' instead of actually trying to help solve a problem. But no more."

Raising her rapier, she swiped horizontally once. "And therefore, I have decided. Ultima, I will show you the power I have--I will cfight you alone and prove myself once and for all."

A silence followed Nadeline's declaration, and Grant couldn't help but replay her words. He lowered his gun, raising an eyebrow at her. "Say, Nadeline...I believe you missed the part about all of us being strong together." He couldn't help but point out, confused. "So your response is...to fight the Esper we know is now stronger than all the others by yourself. Did that last attack cause you to hit your head?"

The princess sighed, looking back at her group. "I promise you, my sanity remains intact. And I know what I am doing. If your words ring true, if you really do believe--then let me prove it to you all."

Grant fell silent for a moment, though it seemed his mind was made. He would lower his gun and shrug, looking at Wesley and Savayna.

Time Stops For Fire(Altered Tundra and Hero)

Her heart was racing in her chest, it seemed to become more notable as the bike slowed down. No matter how hard she tried, Emiri couldn't quite shake off the bad feeling forming in the pit of her stomach. Her thoughts were a clouded chaos, every possibility--both good and bad--playing out in her head. Still, her denial was a bittersweet one, as she felt herself delve in deeper and deeper. It became a sort of mantra at this point, a silent, ever looming mantra hanging over her head.

Once the bike came to a halt, Emiri could not get off any faster. Things were eerily quiet on the outside of the castle, and the pair were free to walk in. Inside, the normally bright pillars had been magically colored a solemn silver, only glowing brightly as Jaakuna and Emiri would pass. For once, Emiri was in the lead, albeit her steps were more likened into a run rather than the brisk walk she thought she had. For some reason, she knew where she needed to go. It was not a long walk in the castle, but time seemed to stretch out as Emiri would approach the castle's previous throne room. As she placed both hands upon the door, a moment's hesitation gripped her. No, she needed to know.

Emiri pushed the doors open, unwilling to stay in suspense any longer. The previous king's throne room was little more than an empty room, though today it was blanketed with various roses, the symbol of Rozarria. They were all differently colored, though as Emiri would approach the other side of the room, she could see that a majority of the white roses were cluttered around a pedestal. She should have taken note of Karolina and Lorenzo as they saw her, but Emiri's eyes could only focus on the open coffin before them. She finally stopped before it, though she managed to tear her gaze away for just a moment to look at her aunt.

Karolina looked devastated, her eyes showing clear signs of mourning and grief, though her eyes were dry from her previous weeping. She extended an arm to Emiri silently, as if preparing her for the scene. At that point, Emiri knew her mind had gone blank, but her legs seemed to move on their own as she would walk to the side of the coffin. And there Justine was, as still and perfect as a porcelain doll. For just a moment, Emiri could only look at her face. She could have been sleeping, but as Emiri reached out and touched her hand, she immediately noticed the lack of warmth.

Emiri inhaled sharply, holding that breath as the realization came crashing down upon her. Her mother was dead. She should have cried, she should have reacted, but the reality had taken such a hit on her psyche she almost wanted to laugh. It must have been some miracle of the gods that she didn't, but soon she would feel her body shaking. Her knees buckled under her and she felt herself fall on them, but as she could feel Karolina's warm embrace, she had no idea what to do. For just a moment, a small chuckle did escape, though in that moment, Lorenzo decided to speak, so it was lost.

"I'm sorry, Emelia." He stated as he shook his head, watching Karolina. Emiri's annoyance with her real name being spoken irked her somewhat, and when Karolina would release her, she would stand. Indeed, it was the very name her own mother had given her. The same one who tortured her, the source of all her misery, the one who raised her to be little more than a token. She shot a glare at Lorenzo, who seemed to catch his error. "Right, sorry, Emiri."

She did not respond. However, as she turned to her aunt, she then realized how hard Justine's death must have hit her. Karolina and Justine were always close, something Emiri herself had envied at certain points, and Karolina was in the pit of despair at the moment. Emiri extended her own arms to her, shaking her head. "Oh Karolina..." She felt very sorry for the weak woman, truly she did.

It seemed her words had broken the dam, and Karolina would dissolve into a mess of tears. Emiri would hug her tightly, letting her cry all she wanted. Lorenzo then narrowed his eyes at the brunette, and for a moment, they made eye contact. He couldn't help but notice how expressionless Emiri had become. Had Justine's death shocked her? No, that wasn't it either. It was then that Emiri would raise her eyebrows at him, but she would close her eyes as she comforted her aunt. A small gasp would escape Lorenzo as he had his own realization:

Emiri was glad her mother was dead.

Karolina managed to control herself at that point, wiping her cheeks. "Forgive me, I know...I know you must be suffering..." She apologized between sniffles.

Emiri shook her head, though she would look around. "Mama and I never did see eye to eye...but I know that losing a sister is a pain unlike no other." She told her gently. "But please, where is Papa? He is alright, yes?"

"He should be in one of the bed chambers down the hall. The hospital was filled with the injured, so Reia opened up the castle to alleviate some of the hospital's burdens," Karolina told her, taking Emiri's hand. "But I must warn you, he is not in a good condition."

Finally, the emptiness in her expression turned into one of worry. "Please, take me to him." She urged her. "I...I must see him."

The blonde haired woman nodded, keeping her hold on Emiri, and the pair would walk out. As they did, Lorenzo would follow, though he would pause beside Jaakuna. He looked like he had something to tell Jaakuna, something that needed to be said. He would look at Jaakuna, his expression serious. "...Did something happen?" He asked him slowly, a frown etched into his face. Should he tell him what he noticed? Had Jaakuna noticed?

---

The battle was on, and it seemed that Ultima was just getting started. Nadeline brandished her rapier, holding it aloft to do her own part. "Thundaga!" She called, several bolts of lightning striking the various orbs around them. As she did her part, she couldn't help but look over at Grant, who was shooting whatever orbs the group spells would miss. "You shock me, you do recall that this Esper may be just a tad more challenging than the others?" She asked him half-heartedly as she charged up another Thundaga.

Grant shrugged at her. "Do forgive me for wanting to make haste," Was his rather simple response, though the two would cut their conversation short as Ultima readied her next attack. Still, he didn't want to exactly wait until she was all ready to make his next attack, so once more he decided to get the initial strike. His bullet appeared to do some damage, as Ultima would wince slightly. However, as she raised one arm in the air, another chill seemed to occupy the air.

For a moment it looked like the Esper was glowing, but Nadeline recognized the spell before she would even cast it. "Brace yourselves!" She called, conjuring a group-wide Shell.

Grant seemed to catch on, charging up his own spell as the magicks circled his gun. "Darkga!" He called, his single bullet replaced as she spell shot out and clashed with the holy magic. It was very reminiscent of Savayna's own tactic, however, this time it would backfire. As the white and black magic would explode, its burst as complete opposites would encircle the entire arena. Ultima was surely hit, but the entire party would also suffer backlash from it. Nadeline let out a shriek as she went flying, landing hard on her side as she skidded to a halt. Despite the Shell, the two spells were easily as powerful as ever. Grant managed to come to a halt sooner, already shooting back at Ultima.

"I don't believe continuing that tradition of clashing spells worked as well for me!" Grant called out the obvious. "Though you would think Dark magicks would be more effective on a Holy Esper!"

Nadeline managed to get back on her feet. "Remember what Aloa said? Ultima is the last Esper still chained to Ivalice, Zodiark's very presence has increased her power." She said, sending a Firaga at the Esper. "She will not fall so easily like the rest."

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Emiri was elated to hear Jaakuna say as much, and eagerly climbed on the prototype once more. At Jaakuna's warning, she nodded, and made sure to wrap her arms around him tightly. As they took off, she let out a squeal of surprise, hanging onto him tighter. He wasn't kidding when he said to hold tight. The ride temporarily would ease her mind, or at the very least distract her from the looming feeling at the pit of her stomach. Everything would be alright, she would go back home, she would see them again, she would. There was no way anything could have happened to her family. Her denial began to take a hold on her, though she would gladly oblige. She was sure they would arrive any moment now.

---

Grant couldn't hide his disappointment, though he would linger in silence. He wanted to say something, but for once, the embarrassment was just a little too much this time. Maybe it was because she protested so much that he could tell that just maybe she wanted a wedding too. Maybe, just maybe his little reverie could happen. Why couldn't it? All he had to do was make sure he would win her heart. He stole a glance at Savayna this time as she marched forward, catching her expression. He hid a small smile, though he would do as he was told and focus.

Nadeline shrugged, still giddy, though her expression fell as a shudder would hit them all at the same time. "This...this Mist..." She said slowly as they continued. They didn't have to be viera to feel it, to feel the Esper awaiting them. "...She knows we come for her." Nadeline stated, nodding. Indeed, and as they would finally reach what should have been a dead end, the group could see what looked like sand pouring down from above. Upon further inspection, Nadeline quickly realized that it was actually the Mist that they had felt. As she looked up, she let out a small gasp, taking a step backwards.

A combination of both machine and feathers descended upon the area, and what looked like an angel with her back to them upon a machine would float above the ground, stretching golden wings aloft. She would let out a sigh as she would turn around, her eyes still closed, daintily grasping her pure white dress. Her skin was colored a muted blue, and for just a moment, it was hard to believe that she was an Esper and not a goddess. "Masterpiece among the scions created by the gods, and the mastermind of the plot to rise against them. Prior to her betrayal, she was tasked with guiding souls to heaven and aiding in their reincarnation. Called the High Seraph for her angelic wings of glimmering gold, yet it was on wings of deepest black that the tainted angel Ultima rose against the gods." Nadeline began to speak softly, gripping her rapier.

"Since her fall, her heart is without light, and impossible to know." Ultima finished the passage as she opened her eyes. "You have all come a long way, it would seem. Though I admit my surprise to see that the group is not whole."

So the Espers really did communicate with one another? Grant couldn't help but narrow his eyes at Ultima. She wasn't the first Esper to converse with them, but for some reason, he felt that she was actually talking down to them much like an adult would speak to a child. "We are all that is needed to bring you down." He stated boldly.

Ultima studied each of them closely, though after a moment of silence she would let out a chuckle, letting out a small sigh as she finished. "Truly, you cannot be so foolish to believe that, can you? I don't believe you would leave behind your comrades by choice. No...Chaos's Scion must be in recovery of her memories. Chaos was truly foolish...but not as much as the arrogant Hume who would underestimate my power." She said, raising her head. "You have all come far. For some time, I have been watching the six of you. The bold Sky Pirate, the Scion of Time, the boisterous princess, the honorable prince, the valorous general, and the redeemed one. Such a long, arduous journey...and yet, you may not rest until Zodiark is slain, lest Ivalice is lost to all."

"But you will not yield without a fight, will you?" Grant asked, raising an eyebrow.

Ultima would release her dress, holding her arms in the air. "Power is the only thing that can change anything in this world. With power, anything is accomplishable and within your grasp. There is only one hume I have met that has shown me her power, the one who the Sky Pirate challenged--and failed to conquer." She told them, closing her eyes. No doubt she spoke of Shion. Still, before Nadeline could retort, Ultima would extend her wings and open her eyes. "The thrill of battle...let us see whose power will conquer who, then."

"And here we go..." Grant muttered, immediately readying his gun and making sure to fire the first shot.

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An explosion? What could have possibly happened to cause such a thing? Her eyes widened as she listened to him, but he stopped when he mentioned her parents. Her grip on his hand loosened somewhat as a cold chill ran over her body. It didn't take much to put two and two together, though for just a moment, Emiri's mind went completely blank. She looked away from Jaakuna, her eyes resting on the floor instead as her heartbeat raced. Her father, her mother, gone? No, that wasn't what he said, maybe they had just gotten hurt really badly.

The thought was comforting, although in reality it was the only way she was able to maintain her sanity. She would raise her head to look at Jaakuna once more, though her nervousness was rather noticable. "Could...could we go over to Stigma, then?" She asked hesitantly. "If they're hurt, I need to see them." Her voice raised in its pitch unintentionally, and she cleared her throat. No, she had to keep her head. She had to stay optimistic. If something had happened to them, Jaakuna would tell her.

Right?

---

Nadeline couldn't help but sport a wicked grin at the red-faced blonde. She turned her gaze towards Grant, who couldn't help but roll his eyes. His niece sure had a knack for bringing confessions out of people, didn't she? Still, it took only a moment for what Savayna had said to really sink in, and it was then that Grant would stare at Savayna, somewhat shocked by her words. He wasn't the only one, as Wesley would inquire, though when his gaze met the prince's, Grant had no idea how to respond. Much to his horror, he started thinking about having his own wedding. Unfortunately, being royalty meant a big wedding, but it would have been nice to have something small, maybe just relatives, somewhere along the beach. Savayna wouldn't even have to wear a fancy dress, something simple and breezy would be nice, wouldn't it?

"How lovely, be sure to tell me the date so that I may clear my schedule~" The princess replied rather cheerfully as Grant began to daydream, though she would release her fiance from her grip as she clasped her hands together. "Three Royal weddings, I do believe Ivalice could use such good news!"

Grant would snap out of his reverie and narrow his eyes at Nadeline. "Then perhaps it would be best to focus on the task at hand." He stated, taking in a breath as he avoided Savayna's gaze, somewhat embarrassed. "No point in planning anything if the world is lost to Zodiark..."

Final Fantasy VIII: Tempus Veneficarum [7/10 Slots]

I've had the flu and haven't really been able to post without coughing/sneezing all over my laptop. ;-; Some days I can barely get out of bed as it is so I'm sorry ;A;

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

"Oh."

In all honesty the sight and events definitely deserved more than a one word reaction. Except that giant metal crocodile metal thing (or was it an alligator?) had maybe sort of thrown her off guard if only for a few seconds. It didn't seem hostile, in fact the thing seemed more concerned about what it was carrying. Asuka watched it rather curiously, wondering what could possibly be in that cargo. Its growl was somewhat threatening, a warning that while at the moment it showed little care for the Unbound pair, it could and would mess them up if they bothered it. That almost make Asuka even more tempted to follow the giant creature (and perhaps poke it with a stick). The metal puppies that were better known as Metalwolves then shot down that temptation in one fell swoop.

"Showtime!" Asuka grinned at Trisean, shaking her left hand as her barrier shield formed on her left wrist. As the wolves would get closer she couldn't help but notice how beat up they were. Had they run into the others by any chance? Or, or, or, they were in the fire! Wait, did that even make any sense? "I think if we beat these guys first we could follow the big guy and see what he has!" Asuka continued, her thoughts obviously running wild, as was her imagination. The brunette was clearly a little too excited at this new found opportunity. A part of her was purely curious, but the more noble part wanted to make up for the fact that she had missed out on helping everyone at he warehouse. In a sense, maybe this could make up for it.

As the pair of wolves lunged at the two, Asuka extended both her arms out in front of her. Her shield would extend and form a wall between the enemy and themselves if only for a moment, halting their advance. Once she dispelled the barrier by shrinking it again, she would mimic the wolves and lunge forward. She bashed her shield against the closest Metalwolf, greatly enjoying the sound of metal against magic barrier. She skidded to a halt, watching the wolf bounce off her shield.

RWBY - Haze

Really sorry bout my lack of activity, I caught the flu and have been super groggy and bleh ;-; I will try to post soon though!

Final Fantasy: When Worlds Collide

Ahhhh this started ;A; what do I do? Or what should a Cosmos person do?