[center][h2]Alpenrose of Edelweiss[/h2]
[h2]GROUP OBJECTIVE: Destroy all of the Blackened![/h2]

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[b]Sol[/b]

[i]"They say there's a heaven for those who will wait. Some say it's better, I say it ain't."[/i]

Preferably, Sol would have enjoyed a day off from tedious labor. He was usually stationed in Baldrian, a city that wasn't as large or as pretty as Alpenrose. Baldrian was closer to the mountains and more rugged, not nearly as fun or classy in Sol's opinion. The kitsune' strolled along the immense streets, observing the various, colorful signs and fruit stands clustered here and there. Alpenrose was certainly a sight to see. The historical buildings and architecture were enchanting.

The modern, urban streets of Kinofuji were vastly different from Alpenrose's elegant avenues. Kinofuji was known for its neon signs, blasting music and rampant nightlife. But Alpenrose seemed to have a classier atmosphere, which was deeply entrenched in its historical roots. Sol had merely arrived a few hours ago. He wasn't expected to work for another two days, so he had time to wander around and amuse himself.

He might even try to make some new friends~! Sol wasn't one to have a large amount of amigos, but some people just to spend time with. He often picked up random acquaintances when visiting different areas, only to leave them when he needed to travel to another area. Some he would keep in touch with, but not many. Sol's life revolved around amusement. If he became bored, it was likely that he would move on to the next area, unless he had work to do.

He moved down the cobblestone road, able to see that he was entering the richer part of Alpenrose. There were many expensive clothing stores and fancy grocery stores. And self-serve yogurt places where people could have as many toppings as they liked. As many toppings as they liked? That was too much power for any mortal man to have. These yogurt places should be careful, he thought carefully to himself. With his thoughts roaming, Sol continued to walk down the long street. His ears flickered, sounds of the crowd drowning out most of the temporary worries that plagued his mind. Once in awhile, he found that it was better to lose himself within his surroundings, rather than fret endlessly about the future. That way, he could return with renewed energy. He caught bits and pieces of various conversations. Some businessmen were worrying about the factories that manufactured aglets, whatever those were. A group of girls busily gossiped about how Jessica had worn the same outfit as Tiffany... Nothing too interesting, but nothing that required too much thought.

He continued down the street, but he was jolted from his dream-like state at the sound of terrified screams and monstrous snarls. Ah... It seemed that there was trouble up ahead. Hand on the sheath of his sword, he rushed forward, tail billowing behind him. A massive amount of people were fleeing from one of the busiest streets in the district, and soon, it became apparent why. Groups of canine-like blackened were swarming the area, wounding citizens and damaging property. 

Sol swept forward immediately, unsheathing his sleek katana, which soon glowed a bright blue. He slashed through one of the Blackened, great waves of blue fire surrounding him and latching onto other, nearby Blackened. Howls and shrieks erupted from the terrible creatures, as they were slowly defeated, an dissolved into grey ash. Sol's movements were swift and keen, as many of the Blackened turned their attention to him. Bluish-purple foxfire latched onto many of the unsightly creatures. However, one managed to catch him on the shoulder with sharp claws, causing him to hiss in pain, before plunging his sleek sword straight through it.

Sol was quickly becoming surrounded by the beasts, and his expression turned into a fierce snarl, before he rapidly looked to see if there were any other fighters in the area. He spotted what seemed to be a [i]Dullahan[/i], and immediately called out to him.

"You, there!" The kitsune yelled out, hoping to get his attention. After more foxfire billowed from his form in order to temporarily keep the creatures at bay, he spoke again. "Come help me!" He demanded.

[h2]Rumaan of Snapdragon[/h2]

[h2]GROUP OBJECTIVE: Locate and kill the Queen Blackened![/h2]

The blackened that [b]Llewelyn[/b] had shot screamed in pain. It was an ungodly, high-pitched wail. The terrible beast reared onto its hind legs, allowing the young woman to scramble away, before whirling around in search of whoever had hit it. Reeking, black sludge slid off of the beast, but its immense silver claws gleamed as it threw its head back and forth, trying to locate him. Eventually, it locked onto him, taking in a deep breath. It seemed to rely on scent more than it would rely on sight. But it soon dashed forward, towards Llewelyn at a terribly fast pace, fangs bared as it approached.

[b]Izual[/b] didn't have to look too hard to find the menace attacking the village. Several, smaller Blackened could be seen scratching and tearing away at the door of a home with several children hiding inside. Even as he approached, none of them would pay attention. The Blackened were dirty creatures who went after the most vulnerable targets first. Splinters and pieces of wood flew as the creatures became closer and closer to their goal.


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