[center][color=c0c0c0][b][u]Slayer[/u][/b][/color]
Level 3
Day 2
Location: Tetris Castle Grounds
[@Etherean Fire]
[b]Experience: [color=orange]|||||||||||||||||||||||||||[/color][color=black]|||[/color] (27/30)[/b][/center]

In reply to Banjo and Kazooie's initial comments, Slayer offered a curt nod.  [color=c0c0c0]”My thoughts exactly.  My guess is some sort of ulterior motive, perhaps some kind of greater ploy.  Despite my limited experience with souls or anything of the like, my intuition tells me that the essence of a man as strong and revered as Mario could be used for all sorts of nefarious purposes.  To commit such an act in such a crowded public space screams of wanton stupidity or purposeful, fearless resolve.”[/color]  The bear's paw, when shaken, was about as hairy and rough as the vampire might gave guessed, but far more articulate than any ordinary animal's mitt.  [i]So these two are named after their instruments...?  Ah, no, how silly of me.  They most likely chose those instruments in celebration of their names.  A catchy combination for sure, and though their specialties would be totally unsuited to, say, an orchestra, their work possesses a charm that surely must make them popular among the casual, middle-aged crowd.[/i]  

His train of thought returned to the felon, causing him to cast another glance in the direction of the Tac's departure.  By now, he couldn't even catch a glimpse of any of the pursuing heroes.  Idly he wondered if he should have gone after all; if something important happened, he did not want to miss it, and his guidance might help the more impulsive or naïve heroes out of a potential sticky situation.  Still, Slayer didn't second-guess himself, and after a few seconds placed his focus back on his new acquaintances.  [color=c0c0c0]”If you feel that all the do-gooders who've already sprinted off aren't up to the task, please do not hesitate to follow them on my account.  I just felt as though my pace would be a bit too composed to personally join the hunt.”[/color]  Now that he looked around the castle grounds, the place seemed rather barren.  Surely, given the sheer volume of heroes in pursuit of the Tac, they could accomplish whatever they needed to without Slayer needing to lift a finger.  That said, though he enjoyed the bear-and-birds' company, he didn't want to wait around this area much longer.  

Putting a hand to his chin, he searched the vaults of his memory for a place within Tetris Castle he'd rather be.  After a few moments it hit him—a smidgen of information present on a quick guide to the angular palace's floors.  [color=c0c0c0]”Ah, I almost forgot.  I had wanted to visit the spa after yesterday's mission, but since then with this sorrowful affair I've only managed to accumulate more stress.  Surely it would not be above my station to indulge in the comforts provided by this place.  Otherwise, what good are they?  Hmhm!”[/color]  He span around, coattails flying, and took a step toward the castle entrance before pausing.  Then, the gentleman glanced sideways at Banjo and Kazooie.  [color=c0c0c0]”Of course, it would be rude of me not to invite you along as a reward for your performance.  A warm, steamy sauna is the height of lavishness no matter one's species.”[/color]  He took a puff of his pipe as he waited for a response, his face bearing a genial expression.