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Ultana Whelen

As the teacher responded to her requested it almost seemed like she might've not been able to go before he reveals that their teacher Kuuto gave them a permit to enter the library. Though, instead of giving her the talisman she thought was the permit, he had her place her finger on it before something appeared on her hand before disappearing. If she wasn't to be given the talisman, than it appeared to her that the 'permit' might just happen to be what appeared on her hand a second ago. A magical permit?

As the teacher explained, the library happens to be in a familiar location. The shrine where she was able to learn the Overflowing flame technique, the Fujiwara estate. She was confused at first but he later made sense of it that the library was beneath it, underground. Now that she got what she wanted, she thanked the teacher and immediately left the hotel and made her way over to the shrine. Once Ultana reached the Fujiwara shrine, she went up to someone who works at the shrine.

"Hello, my name is Ultana Whelen, I'm here to see the library." She greeted them as she showed them her hand.

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Ultana Whelen

As Morning came around, Ultana awoke from her slumber. Still half-asleep, she lazily began to stretch while resisting the urge to fall back asleep. Slowly gazing around the room, she could see that Asta wasn't there and was probably already up and about. Given the time, no surprise really. As Ultana got ready and was about to head out, overheard some commotion with the other students about how some of them didn't make it back to the hotel. Did they sneak out? We are in Kyoto after all, with this citys history of course you'd try to have some fun. .....Unless something happened to them. I wonder....if we were attacked yesterday....Though, if something did, the teachers would say something, yea?

After some thought, she decided to leave the matter to the teachers. Besides, there was something she was still curious about. Last night, there was that assassin that came after Seirin. As surprising as it was to find out who she was and her family, it was the style that assassin used that really caught her attention. Fujiwara Discreet Arts....didn't see nothing like that at the shrine. To find out more, Ultana would need to find a place where she might learn more about it. While she'd like to ask their exorcism teacher Kuuto, considering this was something he refused to talk about, she can't exactly go to him about it. Hmm...I wonder if a library would have what I need...

Heading downstairs, she could see Otis looking for their teacher Kuuto but it seemed like he hasn't returned to the hotel yet. But their other teacher, Utsumi Shichimori, was there. Maybe he'll know? Walking up to him, "Excuse me... Mr. Shichimori, would you happen to know of a library that would have something on Excorcism?"

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Ultana Whelen - Kiyomizu Shrine

@Lonewolf685@ERode

Granted, when it was brought up about her potentially being trouble, she figured all is well if it brought them a fight and sure enough, it did. Though, it didn't exactly go as she nor anyone expected it to go. Finding and breaking a barrier to find their friends and seeing an assassin donning shrine maiden garb definiteeeeeeeeeeely didn't expect such an adventure, short-lived as it was. Ultana was no marksman but admittedly it did sting to not really get a hit. Knocking the bitch out of the air and causing her attack to go off the mark made her feel a bit better.

Not long after that, her escorts, along with their teacher, showed up and managed to get the assassin to flee. Eventually, they went on their way and their teacher turned around and mentioned their penchant for getting into trouble. Given their serious glare in his eyes, I'm sure it might be taken for a serious question but given who he is, probably not. "While I'd like to ask about the shrine maiden using Fujiwara arts but that's not going to happen. But following Lorelai's line of questioning, I'd like to know who Seirin really is and what's so special about her that people want her dead. We should at least get that much, hmm?"

Would also be nice to know who is targeting her but they probably won't answer us. They say don't get involved but considering they've seen us defending her, we might be seeing them again.

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Ultana Whelen - Kiyomizu Shrine

@Lonewolf685@ERode

It didn't take long for Ultana to regret going with Lorelai. She thought Otis' rambling was bad but Lorelai was something else! I don't think there was even a single moment where her mouth stayed closed for longer than a second or two! The only thing they really prevented her from snapping was the smell of the takoyaki in her hands. Luckily, or unluckily, she finally stopped when they returned to where their classmates were.....or should've been. Not a single one of them nor any trace of them were there.

"Well, not all of them at least." There's some she wouldn't really be surprised to see go missing. "But you're right, Asta and the other two were especially out of it...But what could've happened to them?" It's not like we were in middle of nowhere, if something big happened, there would've been a big commotion or something to alert us....Like a lightening bolt, she was reminded of what happened earlier. "Do you think those people that were looking for Seirin found her? Though, it wouldn't explain what happened to the others...Hmm...Unless someone else came after them..."

If they were attacked, it could be that they were carried off but....Checking the ground, there was no obvious signs of a struggle and there was no signs of destruction to the area. It was as if they disappeared into thin area or were teleported away...Items still in hand, she continued searching the field until something catches her eye. Bending down, she saw what looked like a talisman covered in dirt near the edge of the area. "Lorelai, over here. Found something."

Once she moved closer, Ultana showed Lorelai the talisman. "Looks like this is probably why we couldn't find them. Has to be some kind of barrier spell." After glancing at Lorelai, she pocketed the drinks to free up her hands and proceeded to tear apart the talisman. Nothing happened at first, but soon the barrier gave way and they could see their friends again......and a shrine maiden? Well, a strange girl with a ponytail wearing a kitsune mask and wielding a real fancy looking weapon. Not to mention she was charging at her classmates quickly. Something had to be done.

"10 spirits of earth, launch forth the bolts of golden earth!" casting Earth Arbalests, she targeted the assassin hoping to interrupt her charge and get her to back off.

Skill Point Usage

Minor Magical Skill - Memorizer - 2 skill points)

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Ultana Whelen - Kiyomizu Shrine

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"Wimps..." Ultana muttered as she looked over at the ones that were lagging behind on their little stroll on the trails. Asta she could understand not being able to handle the heat, given where she's from and all, but the others have no real excuse. Ultana seems to forget that she's from the hottest region of Arcanis and that her definition of 'hot' isn't quite normal. After some internal grumbling, she relented at the mention of food. The mention of hitting a arcade and playing some games didn't hurt either.

When Lorelai volunteered to get food, Ultana glanced around and seen that half of them was in condition to move another step while another bum didn't seem interested to offer his help. Despite looking at Lorelai like she was some form of circus freak, she sighed and offered to help her get the food. "Might as well, sitting around isn't my style." Ignoring her hand, she walked past her before stopping, "If you got preferences for drinks, Speak now or forever hold your peace." flashing a playful grin that ended up being more ominous than intended.

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Ultana Whelen - Kiyomizu Shrine

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It didn't take long for Ultana to get the response she was hoping for. "Music to my ears, all this standing around was irritating as hell." Walking around was better exercise than standing around playing 100 questions with Otis. It seems like every time he opens his mouth is another question. She was eager to learn more about the area, after all, after living in Igneus Caute practically all of her life, way of life in this country is a totally new experience...... and the fact she was getting quite bored.

"As a local, and someone who loves stories, got any stories of the area?" She asked Seirin, considering the girl loves to talk and is quite fond of stories. Since Ultana was from Arcanis she wasn't too familiar with the area and it's legends. Lorelai brought up hitting the street food racket and got her interested. Takoyaki is sounding real good right now.

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Ultana Whelen - Kiyomizu Shrine

@Lonewolf685@ERode

Nodding at Lorelai's words, "She's right. Friends don't need to apologize, if anyone does, it would be him. I'd be happy to be friends beyond today." Ultana tilted her head towards Otis to indicate him. Granted, if the girl rambled on like that regarding normal topics she'd be more annoyed. But considering it was regarding stories of myths and legends, she decided to let it side. Besides, Otis and his many questions annoyed her....It also justified her whacking him without repercussions, so that's nice as well.

Though, he didn't seem to learn his lesson from a moment ago as he, once again, decided to repeat himself with the same questions. Does he honestly think changing his tone makes her any more likely to answer him? Glaring at him, Ultana nonchalantly tripped him as she moved past him and towards Seirin. Ignoring Otis completely, She put her arm around Seirin's shoulder. "As friends, we should look around and have some fun, ya?" Ultana was never a fan of standing around doing nothing. Seirin ran away to have some fun, so they might as well do just that and have some. It was about time they got a move on.

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Ultana Whelen - Fujiwara Clan Estate ---> Kiyomizu Shrine

@Lonewolf685@ERode

The practice probably could've went better with the room being covered in flames and the instructor stifling his laughter in the background. But hey, basics learned so that's all that matters. Once Ultana gets some free time, she'll have to go through the scrolls and study material again but she definitely found it enjoyable. With the end of the lesson, she left the estate while feeling a nice breeze across her face. Well, for Ultana anyways, other tourists seemed to be complaining about it. Sissies....if you complain about this, wait until you see how hot it is back home.

Though, aside from the complaining she did hear of another shrine, Kiyomizu-Dera. According to the very little she was able to overhear, it apparently was a famous Buddhist with over a 1000+ years of history. Ultana was always a sucker for history, it was clear that Kiyomizu had to be the next destination.

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Naturally, with the temple being a famous tourist location it was bound to have a big crowd and quite lively. Ughhhhhhhhhh. Inwardly complaining as she pushed through a wave of people before recognizing someone from her class. Naturally, it was the spear wielder that was in the 'vanguard' with her in that battle with the vampire, Lorelai. Fortunately they were able to group up and managed to pick up Asta and a couple of others she barely knew. But hey, in times like these it's better to go out and meet new people, right? Though, one of them was kind of forced into the group but that's of little importance.

While they walked Ultana noticed Asta frantically waving a fan next to her, sweating bullets. Which is no surprise considering where she's from. If it was winter, the situations would probably be reversed and she'd be the one complaining. Thinking that fan might not be enough, she decided to 'borrow' a fan from an unsuspecting tourist they passed and helped fan down Asta. As they moved about along the temple, a little girl crashed into them and immediately hid behind them. Considering how desperately she tried to hide and apologized, she figured it must've been serious. Saying nothing, she nodded her head and kept her covered until the people left.

Well, so much for being serious. It didn't take long after they went away for that assumption to be proven false. It was just another case of another kid sneaking out to have fun and hiding from those trying to bring her home. And from the sounds of it, she seemed like a kid from a well off family. With a sigh, she couldn't really blame the kid. Everyone wants to have fun, it's a part of growing up after all... After the kid introduced herself, she thought it was only fair that she'd introduce herself as well. But just as she opened her mouth to speak, Otis beat her to the punch.

Though, he was rattling off questions like a machinegun. Once he finally stopped talking, he gave him a good whack on the back of the head. "Way to give her the third degree! Sheesh, give the kid a break. No need to bombard her with questions like that. Nor ask a kid for money, who asks that?! You'll definitely give off a shady vibe ya know? I frankly don't care who she is, what she can do or if she'll bring trouble, no sweat. As long as she's wanting to have some fun, she can come along. By the way, I'm Ultana Whelen and like Otis here said, we're from Arcanis. To be specific, I'm from the Vulcanis Region, Igneus Caute in Arcanis."

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Ultana Whelen - Fujiwara Clan Estate

Finally, Ultana was at the showcase at the Estate of the Fujiwara clan for the showcase of their exorcism arts.....However, it seemed an ole foe shown himself before everyone. The dreaded foe of the conference from earlier, boredom! Man! These Fujiwara clan guys sure know how to put one to sleep! She complained in her mind until a blast of fire managed to wake her up completely. To the rescue, ironically, was the head of the clan, the man who spoke at the conference, Motsumine no Fujiwara.

Admittingly, he was definitely an improvement over the old man in terms in terms of the ability to put one to sleep. It's a good thing he decided to step in and get straight to the point as to what everyone came here for. A detailed explanation is nice and all but long winded lectures like the old man's will only make things worse. Glad to get things rolling, she was eager to check out their Overflowing Flame technique.

After making her choice in skill, Motsumine did a hand seal with his free hand and soon everyone found a scroll appear out of nowhere before them. With no hesitation at all, Ultana pulls her weapon out. Excited to get started, maybe a bit too excited, she begans going over the scroll. Thankfully with all those protection seals that were put up, she won't have to worry about her 'eagerness' causing a bunch of problems......again.

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Ultana Whelen - Kyoto International Conference Center

Thanks to the long and dreadfully boring conference, Ultana was able to get in a good nap before the lecture was over. Their teacher, Kuuto, then proceeded to inform them of what they were doing during the first day of the trip. Ultana was wide awake by this point, eager to finally be able to go to the shrines. While she never paid full attention to Exorcism in class, she was definitely was eager to learn about their fighting styles and their history.

The one shrine she was really excited to see was the one ran by the Fujiwara clan. She was definitely eager to see their styles in action, especially the Overflowing Flame style. Now that she was well rested, all she has to do is wait.