[center][s][h3]Theodore Smith[/h3][/s]
[h2]Dirk Davidson[/h2]
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Overall, the situation was pretty calm - the new group was significantly larger than theirs, but they were nice in general and presented themselves well. Theo only saw one person walk out, but he clearly noticed the group was shrinking - and at a pretty fast pace. But all things considered, they were perfect. They kept their calm in the face of tragedy, were actively trying to complete quests, and their classes wouldn't hurt the current balance that Theo's group had. Creating many allies early on, especially in a game of life and death, was essential.

Dirk wouldn't care about any of that, though. He'd just like to have people that needed him.

[color=f7941d]“Perhaps we should slow down on the planning and decide if we want to come together or play separately. We have very real risks and, in my opinion, a larger group means fewer risks. It takes more work and more planning true but the more eyes on your back, the less knives end up in it as a friend of mine liked to tell me. As the most motivated players right now, we should keep in touch to at least handle bigger challenges like dungeons together even if we handle day to day in our own little groups.”[/color]

Theo nodded, taking Kajin's words into consideration. They were obviously meant to persuade them into joining, at least for more difficult challenges - it was the smart decision. Staying in small groups normally kept the exp division small in comparison, while forming raid parties with the others, especially since they had such mental fortitude, would be far better than simply going in a small group or with random strangers. Utilizing the best people available is essential to winning in more difficult games. Not to mention, insisting on the fact that it would not be a common occurrence would help convince those that teetered on the fence on whether to join or not.

Kajin was smart, or at the very least persuasive. Theo nodded his head, but decided to keep his mouth shut.

A White-haired man wielding a bow, almost certainly an archer, made a comment, but quickly made his way to the door, after a white-haired woman (Perhaps they are related?). Kajin began to speak to the man that the archer was speaking about, before opening his menu - thanks to his relatively close position, Theo was able to see that he was sending a friend request. While looking, however, he saw that Aster had dressed into the armor that Kajin had given her - Theo must not have noticed while in thought on their current situation. It was what you expected from cloth armor - however, it seemed well-made considering it was player-made. Kajin blushed slightly, and turned to face Aster and Theo.

[color=f7941d]“Sorry, I’m getting ahead of myself! I just saw people and took the opportunity. What do you guys think? Of clearing all the quests then looking at the dungeons I mean. I was also considering adding Alisea to the group, if she was okay with it that is.”[/color]

Theo leaned back in his chair, balancing on the back legs. He was doing his best to look like he didn't mind, but was trying to hide the fact that he was doing his best not to fall out of his seat. He winked, before responding with a coy smirk.

[color=fff200]"It's all good with me! They seem tough, and even if they aren't, I'll pick up the slack!"[/color]

Theo dropped the legs on the floor, and leaned forwards slightly, trying to look a bit more serious.

[color=fff200]"When it comes to the quest situation, I think it's smart. We will get some decent exp from it, and we can use all the exp we can possibly get at this stage of the game. The dungeons can wait till we're sure we won't die."[/color]

Theo paused for a few seconds, before readopting his signature grin.

[color=fff200]"But I definitely won't say no to an extra pair of hands on the team!"[/color]

Perfect. This was probably the right choice - the other players would be too afraid to go into raids early on, and the group would be able to grind on quests and mobs until they were high enough level. By the time others were willing to venture out, they would have cleared out the dungeon first - maybe they would even get an achievement if they were quick and beat the floor boss.

[color=ec008c] "If you will have me, I want to work with you. I will be in your care. I am a mage, so it wouldn't be fair for me to decide where we risk our lives.  I don't believe grinding is a good way to gain more power, though--and that's our first objective, right?  Growing strong.  And the two routes I see are to increase the risk and thereby increase the reward; or to pursue the remaining quests, none of which state how much reward they bring. I know we could grow slowly and safely; but if we're overly cautious, we will be bumping into ninety-nine hundred other players doing the same.  I want to grow as quickly as we can, even if it means some measure of risk.  In this new and unknown world, I can't guarantee our safety; however, I promise to risk my life alongside you, and I will use my full strength to preserve us."[/color]

[color=fff200]"I like the way you think, lady! No pain, no gain! You guys just keep me alive, and I'll be the risk taker for all of ya!"[/color]

This was the moment the white haired woman began to speak - her message was similar to what Kajin and Alisea already said - she would try her best to protect the group, and that taking risks was necessary. While Dirk didn't mind, Theo did - she already proved that she was willing to leave, and had it not been for whatever the archer said to her, she probably would have gone solo on them. But Theo kept his opinions to himself, hiding how he felt with a smile - he was Dirk now, and Dirk was always positive.

Theo quickly stood, before spinning his chair around and placing his foot on it, pointing at Alisea with his right hand.

[color=fff200]"Just remember this - you may not be able to guarantee out safety, but I sure as hell can! Now that you're a part of team..."[/color]

[i]Shit![/i] He hadn't created a team name yet! he could say a random one on the spot, but he'd need to have it approved by the others before he'd feel comfortable calling them it...

[color=fff200]"... Well, now that you're a part of the team, I'm going to tell you one thing - as long as I'm around, nobody in this group is taking a single point of damage!"[/color]

Besides the blunder, it was still effective - he cemented Dirk's character with this new girl. She, like the others, knew who Dirk was and how he acted now. And while it may have been embarrassing for Theo to stand in the middle of a crowded tavern and say something like that, he didn't feel embarrassed in the slightest - after all, he was Dirk now. That's the kind of cheesy line Dirk would say when welcoming someone to the team.