Round 3 ♔♥ Video ♔♥ March 1st

[get_the_win]

[Although some might have caught a glimpse of his signature red cloak around town here or there, Domon's face hasn't been seen on DEMISE for quite a while now. So it may come as a bit of a surprise when he finally addresses the network again.]

I don't understand this place. People making a real impact here get sent home, but even when I refuse to do anything to help it won't let me leave. [He sighs.] I guess as long as I'm here I might as well make myself useful. It would be better than sitting around all day anyway.

Problem is, I'm not the kind of guy that can find a partner that easily. I'm not even sure I should be sparring with people, because of the... "ability" that thing gave me when it brought me here. It just seems wrong to be able to feel someone's soul like that.

[He glances away from the feed. He's clearly not comfortable with the current subject, but it's something he knows he has to address.] I guess what I wanted to ask is, is there anyway a guy like me even can help? Seems like everything here is either none-combat or something they won't let you take on without a partner.

[He pauses awkwardly while he tries to figure out something else to say. After a moment though, he just gets up and turns the feed off without another word.]

Comments

[video]

[starfruitfrog]

I'm sure there must be something you can do to help, Domon-dono! You just haven't found it yet, de arimasu! [He has so much faith in you, Domon.]

Why not try at the Watch first, de arimasu? They're always looking for more people to patrol and keep things safe, aren't they, de arimasu? I can even be your character witness, de arimasu!

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[get_the_win]

The Watch huh? I've heard that mentioned before. What exactly is it anyway?

[starfruitfrog]

The Watch is sort of like the police, de arimasu.

[get_the_win]

If it's like the police I've had to deal with back home, then I don't want any part of it. I've seen too many people use a badge as an excuse to hurt others or advance their personal agenda.

[starfruitfrog]

They're not like that at all, de arimasu. The Watch is designed to help people, not to hurt them, de arimasu.

video.

[dissenter]

And what kind of person are you, exactly?

[his tone and smile's not as mocking as the words might seem -- this old guy seems genuinely concerned!]

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[get_the_win]

[Domon holds up his right to the camera. On the back of his hand was what looked like an intricate tattoo.]

I am Domon Kasshu, the King of Hearts and leader of the Shuffle Alliance! It is our duty to protect the powerless and prevent mankind from destroying itself. I was also the Gundam Fighter for Neo Japan in the thirteenth Gundam Fight tournament.

[He sighs again as he lowers his hand, this time just sounding incredibly frustrated.] But there doesn't seem to be anything they'll let a fighter like me do unless I can find a Weapon to be my partner.

[dissenter]

[wow, domon, qilby's got no clue what any of that means. but it sure sounds (maybe) impressive! even if you look a little young to be a king.

he laughs pleasantly.] To be fair, it is quite difficult to fight to protect anyone without a Weapon. I understand our enemies aren't even affected by conventional weaponry.

But there's more than one way to protect the powerless-- and one way is to give them power. Being such an experienced fighter, have you considered teaching those who aren't quite as skilled?

[get_the_win]

[Well he's not that kind of king, but close enough.]

When they attacked the city, my fists were useless. It was the first time I'd encountered enemies like that.

[The suggestion catches him off guard though. He thinks about it for a moment.] I wouldn't be able to take on any real pupils. I don't plan on sticking around this place for a decade. But maybe I can at least teach the basics. A lot of people seem to get brought here without any knowledge of how to fight.

[boredallready]

I bet there are lots of ways you could find to help out. Other people must be looking for partners too, so if you talk to them maybe you'll find somebody. Dwarven Vow #16: You can do anything if you try!

[get_the_win]

[Domon cocks an eyebrow curiously at the expression.]

"Dwarven Vow" huh? There's something kind of like that where I come from. Gundam Fight International Regulations article 3: A Gundam Fighter may return to challenge the championship league as often as he desires, so long as the dream of winning remains with the fighter.

[boredallready]

[He thinks about this for a moment.]

I...guess that's kind of the same. So you should follow those regulations and keep trying.

Oh, what's a "Gundam", anyway?

[get_the_win]

Not all of the regulations are that great. That's the only one that can really be used outside of the Gundam Fight. But I guess article 7 could fit this place too...

A Gundam is a kind of giant robot that is controlled by the pilot's actions. [And he says it like it's the most normal thing in the world.]

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[nolicenseyet]

My offer to spar still stands.

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[get_the_win]

...As long as you're sure you'd be okay with it.

[nolicenseyet]

I am.

Will you be at morning training?

[get_the_win]

I will be from now on, yeah.

[Video]

[snipingyourfail]

What is your skill, exactly?

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[get_the_win]

I can sense the soul of my opponent when I'm fighting.

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[snipingyourfail]

That is a good skill to have. Why does it feel wrong for you?

[get_the_win]

I don't want people looking at my soul without permission. Why should I treat others any different?

[Video]

[erostripperella]

There is always a way of helping others. You don't need to fight in order to do so.,

For example, every morning we hold a Morning Training for all the guests. You could try helping there.

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[get_the_win]

[Domon gives a cocky grin] But fighting's what I'm best at.

I'd need to learn to control this new ability first, but you're not the first to suggest I help with training. It might not be such a bad idea.

[erostripperella]

I don't think it is, no.

And you'll get used to it really fast, I'm sure.

[get_the_win]

I hope so. [After all, it took him months to learn to control his Gundam's Super Mode.] But as long as I can figure out how to keep if from happening, I can teach people without accidentally spying on their souls.