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A Symphony of Elements

Hey, you'll probably wake up tomorrow and notice I haven't posted yet. This reply has been REALLY tough. I barely got through with Tenzin and Mako is also posing some difficulty, but I'm halfway done. It seems like Bolin and Korra are the only pair that won't be getting super emotional in this post.

It's coming, I just did not foresee how much thought I'd be putting into their responses. And I know that sounds bad lmao but this is taking a lot more than usual.

Cherry Blossoms Under the Silver Sky

So for Sakura's part in this next post, I, personally, say nah on dodging. I can't really see her piecing it together. He placed emphasis on the clone a lot to mislead her so she didn't consider him as an 'opponent' either in this segment, and while she's intelligent I personally think it would serve her better if she just ended up taking the bruise and having her own feelings on the lesson: He didn't say he was going to stay out of it, he just kept her focused on the one she was meant to. So, she leaves with a lesson learned.

For your next post just have her interact with him a bit about what she's learned, maybe ask questions if she has them? I mean we can totally skip to 'later that night' if you'd like, I think that's all I can get away with for now without her being too exhausted for the mission. Hope you enjoyed ^^'' or we can discuss Sakura narrowly avoiding his attack or having it nick her. Whatever you think is best. She's no moron but she's gotta take these bruises because later she'll be so strong she won't have them anymore! xD

Cherry Blossoms Under the Silver Sky

Sakura’s lack of strength to measure against his meager water clone was much more evident than she might have liked. In the eyes of the young genin, the clone’s rate of attack and displayed technique in countering her moves and delivering its own were clearly keeping her pushed to her limit in both body and mind. The true test was surviving—as he told her—but as well as survival, Sakura was meant to experience the gripping realization that she was outmatched no matter her tactics and strikes sent. Kakashi’s keen Sharingan eye took notice of her gritted teeth becoming tighter and tighter with each parry. As every blow came to her, both physical and ninja tool, her strength was slowly starting to diminish. In time that fact was proven by the disarming his clone had made, causing her only weapon to go flying out of her hand and into the water below them. From that point, his student had made a clever call to release the chakra keeping her afloat, allowing her to sink into the water and vanish from sight.

The clone remained highly alert for Sakura’s next move while Kakashi monitored. The ability of his eye allowed him to see chakra; it wasn’t to the extent of the Byakugan, but Sakura’s chakra flow could be found even without actively molding it within her body. Yet even if she had not known this herself, the effort of removing herself from a contest that she had no chance of overcoming was a wise decision. Her mentor stood in silence and waited, until finally her inevitable counterattack had come in the form of her reemerging from the lake at a distance she deemed appropriate. The group of Kakashi’s looked toward her with only the clone remaining prepared. It quickly deflected her kunai with ease and had countered her next strike without much struggle. Not allowing herself to be kept down for long, Sakura had used more of her chakra to push herself forward towards the clone. The two continued this intense clash until Kakashi had seen enough, and pulled back on his clone’s power and speed to allow Sakura an opportunity she would be a fool to miss.

Dispatching the deliberately weakened water clone, it’s defeated return to nothing but liquid had signaled Sakura’s victory and allowed her time to catch her breath without the pressure of an oppressing opponent. Her performance was adequate; if he did not think applauding would seem sarcastic, he might have offered her a round.

The mention of his clones’ unfriendly attitude made him smile beneath his mask, “He wasn’t as handsome as me, either.” He added playfully. Sending the clone to retrieve the kunai she had left below him, the Jonin had given her several moments to mend her wound and catch her breath. Waiting until he was sure she was prepared – as well as his clone returning with the kunai, which he took in his own grasp – he returned her kunai to her with a casual toss, all while making certain the sharpened end would flip towards him as it made its descent towards her.

“You held out well for your first time – I’ll even admit that your tactic to submerge yourself underneath your opponent was also clever, something I might have done. Maybe you’ll turn out more like me in combat than Lady Tsunade, but only time will tell.” Kakashi spoke thoughtfully. Taking a short pause, her mentor looked her over carefully. The strikes from earlier might leave some slight bruising, and she had already taken care of the cut on her arm, yet it was probably best that he did not overdo it. “All right, I’ll explain the technique you just faced and show you one more tactic before we move on. What you just dealt with was obviously the Water Clone technique, and what sets it apart from the normal clone technique is that the clones are physical, but they only use one-tenth of the original wielders power. They have the ability to use techniques just like the Shadow Clone technique that Naruto uses, however, it’s important to remember that they are much weaker than the Shadow Clone technique. Should you give the order for them to use a technique, they could prematurely disperse before they’ve actually sustained any damage. In the hands of an accomplished user of water-style ninjutsu, this won’t matter.”

He did not make her potential obvious, but it was clear in the way he ceased speaking and allowed the information to settle in her mind that Sakura realize for herself that that could be her. Devoting enough time to her ninjutsu would offer her that potential and make her extremely deadly in environments such as the very one they were standing in.

“When we get settled for the night I’ll instruct you on the proper hand seals. Up next, we’ll cover our final tactic for the day: Deception.” Kakashi looked towards his idle remaining clone, which had brought both hands together in front of its chest to emphasize an incoming move for Sakura. It did not go further than that, as Kakashi was not yet finished preparing her for what was to come. “The unorthodox does well in keeping foes unbalanced. Even if you’re not as fast as your opponent, or possess a wider range of techniques, you can still inflict significant damage by simply outsmarting them.” His Sharingan eye wandered to her, but due to the nature of the final tactic he had lowered his headband back down. The explanation of his Sharingan and its abilities would occur later that night. His normal eye had reopened, casting a downward glance towards Sakura’s arms, chest, and then to her feet.

“Deception can be an effective tool in landing a critical blow to put unfavorable odds back in your favor. There are multiple ways of performing it – both in and out of combat – but we’ll quickly cover the combat portion.” He gestured towards his clone which had begun performing hand seals that Sakura could by now see were leading up to the Water Dragon technique. It was moving slow, deliberately allowing Sakura to monitor every single sign to confirm her suspicion, until suddenly changing its flow in the middle and performing signs that did not result in the Water Dragon. Kakashi resumed, “You can see that it’s performing a technique. In one of your later lessons I’ll help you work to prevent them from completing jutsu, but for the time being just prepare for what could come at any time. There are going to be hand seals even I can’t recognize, so you need to be mindful of your surroundings just as much as I’ll have to. So, get ready.”

The water clone had ceased performing hand seals for just a moment, then advanced into the familiar territory Sakura could recognize: it was completing the Water Dragon technique again, only this time not diverting and instead picking up speed gradually as it continued. The real Kakashi nodded his head to her and leaped a considerable distance to her left while the clone generated the technique. Water had begun to stir just in front of the clone, and the head of the Water Dragon technique had begun to emerge from the water beneath them. As it grew, it’s red eyes had begun to leer at Sakura who was standing several short feet below it.

In an instant it had dispersed its form and reverted into nothing but scattered, unmanageable water that was of no threat to Sakura herself. Planting the idea of deception in her head – to prepare for the worst possible outcome – was likely to make her consider that this was just a ploy for the incoming attack managed by the clone. The situation had changed; instead of the water clone attacking Sakura, the real Kakashi had already taken aim at Sakura’s shoulder and released a concentrated, weakened gunshot of chakra as the water fell towards the lake. Having taken care to remain just outside of her peripheral vision, it would be up to the rest of her senses to pick up on the true attack and avoid his blast. Should his blow manage to connect, it would leave nothing more than a moderate bruise of little consequence.

His greatest intention was making sure she left with her lessons learned.

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

I'm going to be reserving the mansion in Twilight Town for some purpose later. If I change my mind I'll revoke it.

#WhatAMansion
#HopeThat'sNotChris'Blood

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

Rika and Lin looked to Ace as his input was offered. The Royal Navy offered some protection, yet on the open seas they would be fair game. As the Empire settled into more and more foreign worlds, it would be a surprise if the group wasn’t treated as a hostile force. The ability to make an impression might already be determined by those who had erected a flag before them. Rika believed that they could get by if they acted the role they needed to, while Lin looked at her garments and frowned slightly after Ace’s observation. Rika had witnessed Lin’s attention turn towards her clothing and had placed a hand on her shoulder to help put her at ease.

“Don’t worry,” The assassin started, “a little fun fact: the Chinese are here, too. Your clothing may not be so strange. It’s Ace and I who might need to worry, but then again maybe not.”

Lin appeared much more at ease after the fact, nearly hugging herself. The clothing she wore was custom made from her world. To shed it would only be appropriate for bathing herself or washing the outfit. “I am glad to hear it.”

“Chin up.” Rika patted the shoulder of her companion twice before her eyes returned to Ace. She beckoned him to follow closely, eyes momentarily laying on the mansion they were leaving behind. It did seem odd that a home that impressive appeared to be empty. As annoying as it was to admit, Ace might be on to something.

Beginning a descent towards the port, Rika’s eyes traveled from the idle ships resting in the harbor to the line of guards along the towers of the nearby fort. It was difficult to tell from this distance, but the colors were a little too dark for her tastes.

“Our plan …is to not do anything stupid in the meantime, like that woman said. And as much as I’d want to scout out that fort and see what’s changed since the Empire’s shown up, I’m starting to suspect that’ll be a bad idea.” Her hands took hold of her hips, eyes wandering downward to the coarse dirt road beneath them. Tracing several wheel tracks forward towards town, she came to an immediate stop and looked back up. The lids of her eyes had partly closed. “The person we’re meant to meet up with, the world leader that the woman referred to, we can’t do this without them. I thrive in environments like this, but it demands more than skill, it demands immense reputation and ample leadership. None of us have that here, not even myself.”

“Then, do we have any advantage?” Lin questioned curiously, “That woman placed you in charge for a reason. She must see your ability to work well here in some form.”

“Yeah, but that only goes so far. I could gather information, I could kill a target, yet my skills can’t contribute to a complete uprising on the scale we’d need in a world this large. I’m not enough.” Rika shook her head. “That woman said my experience would count, but also my ‘familial connection’. Not only that, she said the world leader would be someone familiar …could she have meant—“

A hand had immediately clasped onto her mouth, followed by a strong yank backwards into the pistol-covered chest of a man who’s visage was hidden beneath a white hood. A pistol was aimed directly to her temple, cocked after the fact for good measure. Although Lin had attempted to summon her weapon immediately, the cocking of the foreign, dangerous weapon caused her to hesitate. She couldn’t see the man beneath the hood, yet his identity was of no use to her at the moment. Taking notice of how tightly the man’s hand was pressed against Rika’s mouth, as well as the knee pressed against her waist to keep her lower body pressed forward at an angle, the young girl determined that this man was doing his best to disable her. The man was not taking aim at them with his pistol in spite of the position he already had Rika in. She was completely subdued, and her expression was both alarmed and curious.

Lin knew of Ace’s ability of detection, and Rika already held considerable skill herself in the art of sneaking. How could someone manage to sneak up on the both of them?

“You,” The hooded man looked toward Ace, the darkness of his hood keeping his features masked except for the tan of his lips and the distinct fuzz of facial hair that shone from the sun, “the one with the pretty face and the sword; state your business.”

~-~

The Turks immediately looked to Shinobu upon Ryoko’s sudden request. Rude and Tseng had no issue with walking away, but it was Elena and Reno who wanted to stick around. The former wanted to see Ryoko squirm a little more just so she knew what it was like to be the one getting yelled at, while Reno just liked the drama unfolding, just as long as it wasn’t becoming too uncomfortable for him. Shinobu had seen the familiar signs of Ryoko losing her grip; rare, but still a surprise after all this time. Despite his impatience for the failures of an Empire he supported up until this point, he was hesitant in making her bear the weight of the consequences now, especially in front of his subordinates. He pulled away from her and relocated to his desk, drawing out the action for a few more seconds than necessary, as if weighing his options in his mind. No matter how he felt, Ryoko still deserved better than this for now. It wasn’t as if she was the one who ordered a careless strike.

“Tseng,” the Mayor muttered, pulling out the topmost drawer of his fine desk and retrieving some keys, “I need you to head to Agrabah immediately and confirm the destruction. When you arrive and get a good measure of it, send me images. And should the people be in a good state of mind to tell you what occurred, have them tell you all they possibly can about what led up to this. Am I clear?” He tossed them to Tseng before any clarification was given.

Tseng – having caught the keys in hand without moving any other inch of his body – nodded his head once. “Understood.”

“Good. Elena will be joining you. This is ample time for her to get some experience in the field.” Shinobu looked to Elena and nodded her head, to which she returned the nod and stood a little straighter. “You’ll do well.”

“Thank you, sir.”

“As for you two,” Shinobu’s eyes rested on Reno and Rude, “I made the mistake of not attending to that trouble in Hollow Bastion. I need you to visit the site of that destroyed storehouse and examine the area; should anything appear out of place, get back to me.” He dug into his drawer again and retrieved another set of keys, tossing them to Reno who had caught them as Tseng did, although with a lot more excitement in his catch.

“These things go to what I think they go to?” Reno asked, his tone oozing with excited suspicion.

“My private hangar, yes. They go to my fastest ships, and can get you to those worlds within the next thirty minutes. That’s as long as there’s no joyriding.”

“You talkin’ about me, boss? I wouldn’t—“

“You would.”

“I so would.” Reno agreed shamelessly.

“Glad that’s settled. Message me once you’ve landed, and call once you’ve made some progress. Dismissed.”

Reno snickered and hustled out of the room quickly, quietly muttering for Rude to hurry up before Shinobu had changed his mind. Tseng followed suit, with Elena tagging behind him appearing very pleased with herself. A rookie finally getting a real field assignment, at long last. With Rude to nod his head at Shinobu and close the door behind him, Shinobu waited until the excited voices of Elena and Reno died down outside before he came to join beside Ryoko again, this time taking the seat Reno had filled and turning it towards her. Taking a deep breath, he gestured towards her with his left hand.

“Continue.”

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

Predictable, but necessary.

“I know so much because I am one of the most omnipotent beings alive, second only to one. I gather intelligence by looking through the part of yourselves that you are the least aware of, the part of you that is always present. It is through that source that I acquire information about you.” Aeva offered cryptically. “And your second question offers me too many accurate answers. Settling for one is nearly impossible, so instead you can just consider me a much needed ally in this fight.”

“Ain’t that the truth,” Rika mumbled, cocking her head towards Ace with an unimpressed expression. Teaming up with the rebellion was a great moral decision, yet the leadership had left a lot to be desired.

“Will our friends here be okay?” Lin’s voice brimful of concern for her new friends and comrades, she looked to Alem, Osa and Okal who had still been together in the distance. She had already said her goodbyes with them, followed by Alem offering her a small trinket of unknown origin. He intended it to be for Asahina’s benefit, as well as a memento of Agrabah. With her vanishing, something Alem quietly blamed her for, he had passed it down to Lin instead. It was resting in her pocket, tucked away as a precious item. A tearful goodbye with Osa and Okal followed Alem’s offering, with Okal mentioning that if she were to ever come back she could have a permanent discount of his items. Their time was short, but she’d cherish what little they had.

Aeva nodded her head, “My associate and I will remain behind to work with the rebel presence here. The last of the Empire’s stragglers are being dealt with as we speak. You do not have to worry about them – they’re capable people.”

Lin returned the confidence Aeva gave with a smile, “I’m very glad to hear that!”

“Well, what are we waiting for? Let’s get going!” Rika took the initiative of entering the portal first, but not before offering Aeva a quick wink. Lin took off next, leaving Ace to be the last to enter.

The trip was brief and thankfully not at all like the trip to Agrabah. Rather than a panicked state of mind, Lin was uplifted by the experience of traversing the unknown. While intimidating, the mysterious woman offered Rika and Lin a decent ride for the short time they spent crossing from one realm to another, leaving the couple to experience a free fall effect that left them experience a weightless sensation. Once they had landed their feet again, the ladies’ took immediate notice of the new environment. The dry, humid air of Agrabah was replaced by the welcoming salt-ridden breeze of the port town. Both pairs of eyes examined the surrounding area; an impressive, seemingly abandoned mansion was just behind them. Up ahead was an open gate that likely descended to town.

“Alright. She knows how to withhold details, but I trust her, she hasn’t been wrong so far.” Rika spoke, approaching the open gate with Lin close beside her. With the change in scenery being most welcome, the assassin unbound the jacket wrapped around her waist and shook it free of the dirt and debris that might have clung to it. As she equipped the clothing back onto her body and left it unzipped, she stopped and looked out towards the town with Lin. A beautiful day coupled with a bustling town with several ships in the harbor – Rika thought it was the opening to a film.

“This is a beautiful world,” Lin was beginning to grow excited at the change in scenery, especially scenery so colorful and alive.

“Beautiful, but even more dangerous than Agrabah,” Rika saw the curiosity in Lin’s eyes, but her enthusiastic smile didn’t fade, “Give it a little time and you’ll understand.”
~-~

A multitude of expressions were shared among the Turks as Ryoko continued her story; none showed much sympathy regarding her own trauma, especially since the world they were in was peaceful, and they intended to keep it that way by any means necessary. In place of the compassion the Turks lacked, they were listening to Ryoko steadily make her position worse with each and every word. All eyes eventually returned to Shinobu as she decided to ask a question, yet Shinobu was in another mode of silence in order to process her new information. With the break, Reno cleared his throat and raised his hand.

“Let me just say that I called it; I mean that speech we caught was pretty bad, we all know it, but I was the one who bet that he blew it up. None of you believed it as much as I did.” Reno looked smug about his guess, almost proud of it. It was rare that he could completely one-up his partners like this.

“That’s because it was a ridiculous outcome. Who blows up their own storehouse?” Elena asked.

Reno shrugged, “I don’t know, someone desperate? I’m not paid to monitor that guy,” his eyes fell on Ryoko, “but you on the other hand, you are working with the cream of the crop, aren’t you? What good is being a big, bad general if you can’t—“

Shinobu had slowly gotten to his feet, immediately making Reno silence himself and stand a little straighter. The others weren’t sure of what was about to come next. The well-groomed man in power slowly stepped out from his desk and moved around to approach Ryoko, keeping his pace slow and uncertain. His next move was unknown to the Turks present, yet the suspicion that Ryoko was going to be torn apart psychologically was the strongest possibility. It was rare that Shinobu acted on anyone physically. Ryoko could at least feel some small measure of comfort knowing he would not strike her, but that did not take away from his piercing eyes staring directly at her as he came around. For the few moments he settled beside her, Shinobu up towards the ceiling and took a deep breath before he figured out a good starting point.

“So,” he spoke suddenly, making Elena flinch slightly, “I am to understand that your chain-of-command is both inefficient and reckless? I’ll admit I had my suspicions about the true story behind that warehouse incident as the rest of my companions. There was no value in a rebel attack on a facility only known for storing food and precious supplies, supplies obviously kept from the people.” His jaw tightened, eyes narrowing dangerously towards Ryoko’s hands as if monitoring her stress level. She was never strong at keeping her composure. What she understood now, most importantly, was that she had no choice now. He was her old friend, but that did not mean he would ignore her mistakes, mistakes that could have easily been avoided. “This character you’re upset with, this ‘Nomis’, is precisely the reason why the rebel groups exist. An Empire can maintain order and be valued by the people they’re working with, yet the good deeds of any competent representative of that Empire can be ignored because of a complete simpleton’s actions, a simpleton who was so quick to pin something on the rebel faction that he cost innocent lives and wasted precious resources. Was that not an alarm, Ryoko?” Shinobu’s tone was growing much deeper and unfriendly due to the subject. He paused to recompose himself before he continued again. “Do you know why a rebel presence is essentially nonexistent in Twilight Town? It’s because I work closely with the people here; I listen, I aid, and I especially do not remain lax when I see an unjustified use of power. I took the slander, I endured my critics, and I kept in control of the situation. I took a risk to back the Empire during my campaign run because I believed in the order it could provide to this world – to ALL worlds. I am the Mayor of this beautiful, serene town. Do you know what you are, Ryoko?”

His voice was beginning to rise, the power of his chords unmatched by anyone in this room. If Ryoko wanted to get into a screaming contest, she’d always lose. Her best interests were his; her pride was always a problem, yet he was not a complete stranger to who she is and what she’s lived through.

Even now, he was still her friend.

“You are a beautiful, strong, and intelligent woman who had fought her way to the role of General within the Empire’s military forces. So what I am wondering is why someone I respect so much is sitting here ranting to me about something that is in her power to fix with her own two hands? Take control of the situation as a leader, or you go to someone who can, and who will. The very top of the leadership. The one person you answer to.” He didn’t have to say the name. She no doubt understood what he was saying by now. “Now let me ignore that poor excuse of a leader for just one moment, and let me address what now concerns me. You bring a single rebel here and leave him in a hotel room, unattended? For what purpose? Perhaps we should go there right now and set him free. After all, he was probably trying to stop people like Nomis from destroying the architecture of a world that does not belong to him, of a palace that did not belong to him, for a few people who threatened him. What do you think, Ryoko?”

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

Spectating the exchange between Ace and Shizuka, both Lin and Rika remained silent as the two bickered. Both equally confused at what they were referencing, Rika was the most surprised about Shizuka’s decision to stay with the two strangers, while Lin’s expression had not changed. The young girl’s decision was not an easy one, as she would have been on Shizuka’s side of things had her reasons not been considerable. Still, she held nothing against her for her choice. Rika on the other hand rolled her eyes at the decision but kept silent about her disagreement overall. The reason behind working with them was silly, and just displayed how desperate Shizuka was, but it was her choice to make like it was everyone else’s. For that reason, the Masaki said nothing when all was said and done. Whoever Capell was, it was clearly a tender subject between both of them.

Lin rushed forward to give Shizuka a tight hug, nuzzling her head against her chest and providing a comfortable warmth to her, “Be safe, Shizuka. We’ll see you soon!” she assured her friend before reluctantly pulling away and allowing her to set off on her own.

“Take care of yourself.” Rika could not help but hope for the best for Shizuka, even if she disagreed with her choice. With the matter of the strangers settled, Lin and Rika reunited with Aeva who had stood in silence. Her expression hadn’t changed at all. All Rika had noticed was that the mysterious woman’s eyes lingered on Shizuka for a few moments longer before she had continued.

“As I said, the Caribbean.” Aeva looked among the three presently taking her route to the world. “Of the three of you, Rika has the best pull in that world based on her familial connection and experience. I recommend you allow her to take the lead in that world.” Rika’s expression changed to curiosity, but before she could interrupt with her share of questions related to this new information, a rift beside Aeva had slowly opened out of thin air. From the hole that was created, a tropical set of trees beside a mansion could be seen. “You’ll begin at Port Royal, and from there the world leader will find you. Until then, do nothing reckless.”

Lin’s visage shifted to bewilderment, her hand slowly being raised. After Aeva nodded, her question was given.“World leader? Like …an Emperor, or King?”

“Not quite,” Aeva looked towards the portal, “it’s because of people you’ve encountered here – Okal, Osa and Alem for example – that success here was guaranteed. By my definition, a world leader is someone renown and has almost unrivaled influence, someone that can change the status of the Empire’s occupation and make it concrete, or crumble at its foundation. Okal did not have physical power, but he had information and knew people. Osa provided you a safe haven to recover from your last battle at Hollow Bastion, as well as provided much needed food and water. Alem cared for Asahina and kept her from the Empire’s hold until she could meet with you. Each of them are individuals who encouraged your success on this world and it is because of their aid that you managed to perform so well.”

Lin nodded her head, seeming to understand Aeva’s reasoning, “So Okal, Osa, and Alem are world leaders by that definition?”

“More or less. The Empire is set on absolute power, at the same time underestimating the power of local knowledge and strength. They cannot face your intelligence, and so they take desperate measures to keep up with you, as you all witnessed at the palace.”

Rika snickered. What happened in that dungeon wasn’t getting old any time soon. “You’re right, we can’t overpower them but we can definitely outwit them.”

“You can overpower them …in due time.” Aeva’s eyes touched on Lin momentarily before she resumed looking towards the portal. “However, with the Caribbean, your success is determined strictly by working with a world leader, unlike here. You were fortunate enough to encounter leaders here without stress, but the Caribbean is much more bloodthirsty and cruel. Operating here without the aid of a trustworthy leader is next to impossible unless resources are already present. The Empire has those, and now so do you.”

“The resource, as in the world leader?” Lin asked.

“Yes. Let me conclude by saying that this world is going to test your abilities beyond all others. Stealth, morality, battle, the ability to listen to an order without question, and so on. What has occurred here was just a warm-up for you. You still have much to learn and grow as comrades, and individuals.” Aeva paused, glancing to Rika. “A man of power and influence will be your world leader here, with few to rival him.”

“Is he handsome?” Rika asked. Her tone presented complete seriousness, as did her face.

“He’s familiar. Any final questions or concerns?”

~-~

“I feel like that’s a loaded question, so I’ll just say that I’m happy with my marriage and leave it at that.” Shinobu chuckled. Ryoko and his wife, Nikuya, were old friends too. They had some common interests, but more specifically they had the same temperament. He’d almost consider them sisters if it wasn’t for a few glaring differences between them, namely their ability to interact with others and play nice. With Reno winking at Ryoko in response to her nonverbal request to have him go screw himself, Shinobu and company waited for her to cut to the chase, with Reno resorting to verbal goading more than patience.

“We’re fresh out, and the suspense is killing me. Come on, get to it.” He mumbled impatiently, bringing his hands to the back of his head and resisting the urge to yawn, if only so she didn’t begin to act on her irritation of him.

Touching on the events that took place in Hollow Bastion and then Agrabah, all interest in Ryoko’s story was locked in once she had mentioned that this ‘Nomis’ had chosen to destroy a landmark of another world, all for the sake of wiping out a rebel cell. Shinobu’s face tightened as his whole body grew tense at the news. Tseng and Elena exchanged looks, with Rude looking at Reno, and Reno at Rude. The Turks gathered had their share of emotions hearing that, yet when their eyes fell on Shinobu they had seen him battling with his own responses deep within. He was silent enough that everyone was beginning to grow uncomfortable, even Reno who had picked himself up and moved out of the way of the desk while whistling quietly. The Mayor was a man with a healthy temperament, yet it was when he fell silent that things usually tended to be broken.

After a long period of staring at Ryoko, Shinobu closed his eyes and clasped his hands together in front of his face.

“I’m going to ask you several questions, Ryoko. I don’t want your offense. I don’t want excuses. And I especially do not want short, vague responses. I only want the complete truth as you know it. Are we clear?” He paused, taking a deep breath as he lined his questions up for her in his mind. All lighthearted goodness in the room was overshadowed by the tension emitted from this one man. Not even Reno could save the mood if he wanted. “My first question: where were you when this imbecile began to open fire within a civilian location, especially one as important as the Palace?”

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

Calling the usage of the Pirate Lords and their fleets for later (this means no powerplaying them), including Jack Sparrow and Barbossa who may be referenced and seen later if all goes well. Shipwreck Cove and Isla De Muerta are untouchable locations until introduced, especially the latter which can only be found if already visited. This means no 'happening' upon it, let's stick to the lore of the location as well as we possibly can.

The events of the PotC films did take place. It's been one year after At World's End, but On Stranger Tides is not canon to this world.

Sum up your week in roleplaying in just 3 words

Always, always waiting.

Solace In Night: A Kingdom Hearts RP

@Perfect Anarchy Were you talking about Neku or whatever, from that World Ends with You thing? I didn't play DDD.