Altered Tundra

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

I have no problems with that. I say the more we throw in these little things here and there, the more the rp will be enjoyable for our characters and for us. :3 Also, wonderful post. :D

Time Stops For Fire(Altered Tundra and Hero)

As Hamut sat in his office waiting for his Grandson to make his way to him, he sat there thinking about everything that he did up until now, from when he sealed his own son’s soul in The Great Crystal, to manipulating everyone and everything that revolved around the Throne of Archadia. Yes, Hamut was just thinking about all that he did to his family. Hamut truly regretted it, but he loves his country and he would do anything to make sure that it didn’t fall into enemy hands; or even worse, forces such as the Viera or Utena. Oh the gods, Hamut dreaded the day that he would run into that band of misfits again. He still remembered the time he had to deal with the leader and that was not a fun day for Hamut.

Still sitting, Hamut patiently waited for Roman to come into his office led by Francis; though he did find it odd that Francis wanted to volunteer for such a task. Perhaps he was just thinking too much into it. Better him than Levi. On that topic, Hamut also wondered if he made a mistake bringing in Levi on the coup. It truly didn’t make for anything good in the long run, but she was the only other judge and he couldn’t really get Robur on board. That mindless idiot obeyed Vincent right down to the very core of his soulless body.

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As Francis and Roman arrived at the Emperor’s palace, the limo dropped down and they got out. As soon as they did get out, they were met by five Archadian Soldiers. Francis eyed them and he did not trust what they were about to say. Something about them being here in front of them really sent the wrong feeling down Francis’ spine and that was never a good thing. “Judge Francis, you are needed in Old Archades. There seems to be some commotion going there.” One of the soldiers said.

Francis looked at them. “Can’t you handle that? I’m to escort this man to Judge Hamut.”

The soldiers looked at him and the same one that previously spoke did so again. “This order came straight from Judge Hamut.” He said.

Francis was worried, but an order was an order. Besides, it was in public, so it wasn’t like he could flat out say no. “Fine, but be sure that this man gets to Judge Hamut.” He stated, urging that it was of the utmost importance that Roman was to be sent to Hamut. As Francis would walk to Old Archades, Roman was led by the five Archadian soldiers to only where the soldier’s knew and Roman didn’t.

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When they arrived at the actual village, and after Wesley would definitely overhear Grant, Nadeline, and Kyua talk about how they saved Nadeline’s life, they would come to the sight and hearing of Aloa’s voice, which Wesley knew all too well. She was sitting down surrounded by many Viera. Then, as they came to the sight of her, another spoke and stepped forward. Aloa, who was standing by this point, introduced their leader, Lnka, whom of which would speak to them about what they were doing in Eruyt. Before Wesley could speak, Nadeline stepped forward. She would bravely state that they were in Eruyt for Reia and wished to bring her back to Rozarria. Aloa would deny the request.

As Aloa spoke more, it would be revealed that Aloa believed that it was the Humes of Ivalice who were to blame for its turmoil. She would state that Archadia’s own sons were betraying it and the same went for everywhere else in Ivalice and she would specify that the one to blame was Emiri and by assosiation, her friends. Of course Wesley was shocked by what Aloa had just said. That’s when Lnka would speak about how the Espers were the ones who kept balance to Ivalice and when they awoke, so began the so-called turmoil of Ivalice. She would further say that only four remain ready to tear open their cages without masters. Wesley couldn’t believe what he was hearing, but the next think Lnka said about something beneath Ivalice was waiting for the chance to break free. Wesley couldn’t help but wonder what exactly this thing was. She would not call it an Esper, so could it be something more powerful than that? Wesley didn’t know, but he would like to know.

When Wesley was just about to ask about this other beast, a voice was heard and based on the reactions that betook Grant and Nadeline(who nearly bumped into Wesley on accident), it was another one of those ninjas, much like Lola. When the owner of that voice showed themselves, Wesley saw that there was a lack of clothing on this one. Truly, no room left to guess such things. Oh boy, if Jaakuna were with them, the atmosphere would be much more different. Nadeline would ask if this one in front of them was related to Lola and she would shamefully prove that to be right. This woman would then state her name as Meli and call herself their grim reaper. Wesley raised an eyebrow and gripped the hilt of his Yagyu Darkblade as the words that came next about Meli was going to kill the three of them. Wesley wouldn’t have that.

Wesley smiled, “that’s if you can catch us.” Wesley said as a bright light emitted from his left hand “Holaga!” It was in that instant, rays of pure white light came down from the heavens and shot down upon the village of Eruyt. “Let’s go. This is our only chance!“ Wesley would tug Nadeline and Grant to follow him back to the Jungle. This was their only chance to get away and Wesley preferred not to waste that chance.

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The time might have been short, but the group effectively made their way through the Sochen Cave Palace with little trouble. There were a few monsters here and there, but for the most part they were able to make it to Old Archades with little harm to their well-being. As they would make their way to Old Archades, sure everyone recognized Jaakuna, Emiri, Savayna, and Isaiah, but the great thing about people of Old Archades, they hate anyone who was against the Imperials, so they welcomed them without any trouble.

As they made their way through it, Jaakuna couldn’t help but feel right at home. He remembered spending a lot of time in Old Archades when it was just called Archades. All of it was just so nostalgic to him. Hell, Jaakuna even ran into an old buddy of his.

“Wait a minute, is that you Lannit?” JAakuna called out.

Turning around, the almost thirty-year-old turned around and let out a loud “HEYYYYY!!!” at Jaakuna, proceeding to knock over people as he ran to Jaakuna.

Both Lannit and Jaakuna wrestled each other on the ground, each giving one another a headlock, noogie, and just laughing like they were a bunch of kids. It took Savayna yelling at them to get them off the ground. As they did, they hugged each other only as bros could.

“Damn, Jaakie! How long has it been? Five or seven years?” Lannit said almost tearing up.

Jaakuna was doing the same as he and Lannit kept on hugging each other. “Lannit, it’s just been way too long.” Jaakuna said sniveling multiple times.

“What are you doing here? It’s not really the place you should be, you know?” Lannit said.

Jaakuna looked down, his happy mood somewhat faded away. “I’m here to…well it’s a long story.” Jaakuna said.

Lannit laughed. “I don’t really care why you’re here. The important thing is that you’re back.” Lannit said grabbing a hold of Jaakuna’s left arm and Jaakuna let out a groan of slight pain. “Oh sorry man.” Lannit said as he looked at Jaakuna’s arm. “Nice tat, man.” He said.

Jaakuna smiled. “Well you know me, I’m one for tats.” He smiled and laughed. “So, is Wendy still around?” Jaakuna asked.

Lannit laughed loudly. “Of course she is. She’s always nagging me about everything I do.” Lannit said as he and Jaakuna walked arm-in-arm and the other three followed.

Savayna leaned to Emiri. “Prepare yourself, those two will be inseparable.” Savayna said sighing. Isaiah joined her in that.

As the group continued forth, following Jaakuna and Lannit, they came to a small house to which they walked through and there were a bunch of kids running around all ranging from the ages of twelve to five, all with assortments of green hair, blonde hair, blue eyes, and teal eyes. The amount of kids were seven and they were all Lannit’s and Wendy’s. Speaking of which, when they all walked in, everyone one of them stopped and Wendy got up from her sitting position and tackle-hugged Jaakuna. “JAAKUNA! WHERE THE HELL HAVE YOU BEEN YOU SON OF A BITCH!?” She yelled out.

Instantly, Jaakuna had a scared look on his face as if he were about to be killed. Though, Wendy hugged and rubbed all over him, but then got off and sat down on her ass. “I’m sorry Wendy, I’ve sorta been on the run, ya know?” He said with a slight hint of sarcasm.

Wendy laughed and began chugging a 40oz of Ale. “Yeah, I know, “ she laughed some more. She let out a burp and invited everyone to sit down. The kids were all staring at them with big eyes.

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The five Archadian Soldiers led Roman through the palace. They went about seven floors and they went into a certain office where the door would open and lead Roman into it. Any Archadian-born person would know what office it was. One that was for damn sure, it wasn’t the office of Hamut. No, once one got close enough to the walls and the layout, it was the Emperor’s Office and looking out at the window was Vincent, and as soon as the doors closed he turned his head, hands behind his back and walked to Roman. “Roman, it’s nice to meet you after all these years. I almost didn’t recognize you. You cut your hair since Jackson’s wedding.” He said smiling, which was never good for anyone, especially the one on the opposite end of it.

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

Posted~ Let me know if I need to change/alter anything. ^^;

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

As Carlos sat down next to guy that called out to him, that very guy would talk aloud about how the people around were in costumes. Carlos would half-laugh at that. Perhaps they were in costumes, but Carlos wasn’t really concerned with that at the moment. However, his comments seemed to had drawn in the attention of what it looked to be a midget of some kind. He would go on to say that they were the real thing, as he would pound his chest proudly. About a half of minute of talking, the Midget would then go on to yell to the others that Carlos and the dude with the hat thought they were phonies.

Then things got worse.

In response to the hat-wearing man’s comments, the midget began poking and attacking him and proceeding to attack his leg. The man, however, would grab the midget from the collar and push him back a feet or two. Yup, that was not a smart thing to do. However, before anything could escalate further, Carlos stepped in-between the two of them.

“Oh, you want some too, ay?” The midget said putting up his fists.

“Please, sir, we meant no disrespect.” Carlos said putting his hands up in some sort of surrender-type of moton. “My friend and I aren’t from here, and well we don’t even know where we are.” Carlos admitted trying to be the peacekeeper. “Perhaps you could help us out and inform us on exactly where we are.” He politely asked the midget.

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Boy, this Audrey sure knows how to make Lenore feel like she wants to hit her. First, the red-haired girl bumped into her, which Lenore could forgive. It was something of a ‘wrong place at the wrong time’ sort of thing, so that was at least something that Lenore could overlook. However, now there were two cops at them. Lenore didn’t even want to think about how they were a Lion and a Lioness. That shit was just too crazy for her to think about.

When the two cat cops would state that Audrey was the one in trouble for Jaywalking and disturbing the peace, Lenore would look at her with a raised brow. That’s when she would speak to the cat cops and then proceed to give them the finger. Widened eyes betook her and the cops to which Audrey would whisper to Lenore that they should start running. Lenore just gave her a ‘you stupid bitch’ look, but she agreed.

In the seconds that followed, Lenore and Audrey were running away from the cops. In her mind, Lenore wanted to ditch this girl, but she seemed to be the only human around, so she couldn’t no matter how much she really wanted to. As they were running, Lenore looked back just briefly, and she ran into a street light face-first. She let out a low yell of pain. “Ow, that hurt!” She said dripping her forehead and as she took her hand away for a moment, she saw blood. This was definitely not good.

When Lenore would collect herself, she would look back and it would seem they lost the cops. Catching her breath, she would prop up to a straight-up position. “By the way, I’m Lenore Robinson.” She said holding out her hand; though a look of hesitating glee appeared on her face.

Time Stops For Fire(Altered Tundra and Hero)

As Francis led Roman out from the Aerodome and into his private Air Limousine, they got in, and once they would get on the inside, there would be some drinks already on the table. Francis sat at the seat in front of the table.

The flying limousine would take off. Francis would lean forward and speak to Roman. “I am quite sure you’re wondering why I was the one to meet with you.” Francis said. “Well, obviously it’s cause Hamut sent me, but I actually volunteered. I wanted to meet you for myself to see what you were all about, Roman.” He stated, “I will be quite honest, I do not trust your grandfather. “ He said leaning back against the soft, leather cushion. “I have been a judge for over twenty years and I guess you can say I have a sixth sense for knowing when people are untrustworthy. I always get that feeling from Viera and your grandfather.” He said. “I don’t know what he said to pursuade you to come here, but I would watch your back.” He said advising Roman to be careful. “Your brother, Vincent, is well-aware of everything. Word is that he plans on speaking with you first before you get the chance to speak with him and trust me when I tell you this, you do not want that to happen.” He said, “which is why I will be guarding you until your meet with Hamut.” He revealed to Roman.

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The journey to the Gilmore Jungle was surprisingly short. Maybe that’s because of the fact that they were going nearly seventy miles per-hour. Nevertheless, the amount of thirty minutes was all it took for the three of them to not only get through the Giza Plains, which were on Sunny Season(thank the gods), but they also made it past the Ozmone Plain easily and with little opposition from enemies. Of course, following that came the Gilmore Jungle, though there were slight worries of passing it up on accident. However, when Nadeline would stop, they would enter it and in the few minutes that followed, they came to a split path of sorts.

When they came to a stop and all got off the bikes, Grant would touch the air and a green glyph came up, blocking their passage. Grant would make a note of that and make a sarcastic comment. Though, this did present some troubles for the trio. Was this truly a deadend for them and did they need to turn back? Just as Wesley was thinking that, a Viera came into view, one wearing a rather revealing red outfit. The Viera looked at the three of them and seemed to be disappointed as she shook her head in such a manner. After that, Grant would speak about the last time that they met, it was twenty years ago when Grant was just six years-old and Wesley was most likely still in his mother’s belly.

When they talked more, the Viera would make a note of how Grant was here to cure another sick hume. Wesley raised a brow at that as to wondering what she meant. Information was revealed that Kyua saved Nadeline’s life before she was able to even know about it. Or at least, that’s the way Wesley had interpreted it. Regardless, this one was the reason why Nadeline didn’t show any signs of that illness that befell upon her mother’s side of her family. That’s when Kyua would look to Wesley and deduce his nationality, title, and even his name. “Wow, that was pretty good..” Wesley mused aloud, but he shouldn’t be surprised. Viera are a very old race and they know many things.

When Kyua would ask about why they were here, Grant would start off by asking if Aloa came by and Kyua would respond by saying yes and that she came with Reia. When Grant would request that they see them, Kyua would make a comment about how that would be completely against Aloa’s will and that by definition, it would put the trio against Aloa. The only reason that Kyua would make such a comment was because Aloa was still highly-respected among the Viera despite leaving the Wood. As a result of that, it very well may put the trio — and quite possibly the entire Roselia family — against the Viera Village. However, after some pleading and promises made by Nadeline, Kyua gave in, sort of.

When Kyua gave in and allowed them passage, she led them to the Village. Wesley just couldn’t believe what he was seeing. The path to Eruyt was so dark and the only form of light was the green pathway they walked on. Yet, as they would come to sight of the village itself, it was so woodsy. Shades of light brown and almost golden-brown was seen, and it was made of wood-like material. Truly, Wesley was in awe. Another reason why he was so in awe was because of all of the Viera he saw walking around. He never seen so many gathered in one place. “Wow, this place is such a marvel to behold.” Wesley mused aloud.

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

Go for anything you have in mind. I really have no specifics of what is to happen. :3

Time Stops For Fire(Altered Tundra and Hero)

Before they would even get to the Ifrit, Emiri would pretty much tell Isaiah that if he hurts Jaakuna or if anything goes wrong, then she would personally kill him. Jaakuna watched and Savayna let out a low whistle. Isaiah just let her speak. “I believe you.” He simply said as the four of them would get to the Ifrit and they would all take a seat in the dining room, which was where everyone took their breaks and shit. When they all sat down, the plan was definitely clear. They would get into Archades, though the original plan would have to be edited just a bit. Since Isaiah was with them now, he could probably grant them passage into New Archades.

Isaiah would just speak. “You guys don’t even need to go through the Cave Palace or Old Archades. You’re going to be with me and with the way things are looking to be, you might not even need to hide.” He said.

Jaakuna slightly agreed with him, but Savayna didn’t. “Um, are you forgetting about me? I’m still wanted for being a traitor and it doesn’t look like Hamut will be forgiving me any time soon.”[b/] She said.

Isaiah sighed. [b]“Well, Roman will be the new Emperor, so maybe he’ll show some mercy and let you come in without being arrested. Though, there’s still the problem of Vincent. I’m pretty sure he knows about the coup.” Isaiah said.

Jaakuna raised an eyebrow. “What makes you say that?” He asked.

Isaiah sighed. “Well, I’m sure Levi told him. “ He said.

“I figured she would turn on them. She never had any loyalties.” He said. “So, perhaps we will have to go through the original plan.” Jaakuna admitted.

“Then I guess I’m a man corrected as he sits down.” Isaiah said slightly laughing.

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Inside the Aerodome, Judge Francis Von Sicarius awaited for Roman to arrive. The orders given to him by Hamut was to secretly guide Roman to his office and there they could initiate the plan. Francis eagerly eyed the flight schedules and the tracking of certain airships and he eyed the one that was coming from Bhujerba. After about five minutes, the airship docked and in another minute, the passengers were starting to come through. After about ten of them came through, a white-haired man fitting the description of Roman went through. “Roman, I presume?” He said. “Please, if you will, follow me. Judge Hamut is waiting for you.” He said “gently tugging Roman to follow him.

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

Yeah, I also believe that the councilor will have a tough time with them. lmao

Also, posted~

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

While waiting for his drink, Carlos sighed. He didn’t even know where to begin about this place. He would just look around and all sorts of crazy was around. He saw a bear with a top hat, he saw a half-dragon, half-tree creature talking to a Lion in a gothic outfit. There was just so many things around that he didn’t even know how to begin to explain to himself. Oh how he was hoping someone human would show themselves.

“Here you are sugar! One Pepsi!” The spoon said.

“Uh, Oh, thank you..” Carlos said.

He took the glass of the brown-hued carbonated drink and took a sip. As bad as it was for him, Carlos loved himself some Pepsi. Perhaps it was because he had always grown up on sugary drinks and food or just cause Pepsi was the best soda out there. Regardless of that, he took sip after sip, the taste of it soothing his tongue, and going down his throat. He let out a rather loud burp, to which got the attention of people around them. They mainly gave him sour looks, but went back to their business. He would finish it and set it down.

Carlos would let out yet another burp and he would hear his name being called out. He turned to see where that was coming from and he saw a human; though he didn’t know the name of this guy. “Yeah, that’s me. “ He said, looking at the person who called out to him. He would then get up and join the guy. “Haven’t I seen you around somewhere?” Carlos asked him.

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Lenore walked around the streets. She didn’t recognize them. They seemed so foreign to her and as she would walk further down some streets, she saw weird things. She saw oddly-shaped cars pass by, walking animals with clothes. Like, she could had sworn that she just saw a walking snake, tiger hybrid wearing a turban and other such Indian-based clothing.

She would then make her way down some street, trying to figure out exactly where she was. She definitely wasn’t home and that was what she needed to figure out: how to get home. As she would cautiously proceed, she felt a very strong force bump into her, knocking her onto front side. Her face was smudged right into the dirt. As she would press herself up using her arms, she would shake her head to get the dirt off of her face. Looking over, she saw a red-orange-haired girl who was also knocked down due to the bumping.

“Damn, watch where you’re going next time, won’t ya?” She said making sure her head was still intact.

Looking at the girl, Lenore couldn’t help but wonder why she looked so goddamn familiar? She might have seen her around the campus, but then pegged the question on exactly why she was here to begin with? Better question, what was ‘here?’ Lenore knew she would find some sort of answers in this girl. “So, who are ya anyways? You look oddly familiar.”

Ripples in Reality: A World in Lines

Well it definitely shows haha. I mean, this definitely speaks Alice In Wonderland-esque stuff. Like, the walking and talking cards and then here we have veggie-shaped cars, children with mufti-colored eyes, talking, flirtatious spoons, and the list just goes on and on. xD

Poor guy. :( Perhaps seeing a familiar face will help him a bit.