2. May 21 | audio

[sombrero]

[Private to Minako Arisato]

Hey, how've you been? Said I'd come check up on you sometime. Everything okay so far?

[Public]

Seems like some people use these communicators more for whining instead of actually getting useful information.

I'm looking for someone who'd be willing to spar with me using swords.

And if it's about this then you can forget it. I won't be responding to any complaints regarding that post of hers.

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voice;

[knowyourmeme]

Seems like you're having problems being understood. Well, that's no surprise. I'm also not understood, but that's simply due to the fact that we're a different breed of people. Not right, not wrong, just different. People only spout off words of ignorance when they are unwilling to see different truths, and it seems like that is no different here. The war has changed to this new place, but it hasn't changed the face of war, has it?

voice;

[sombrero]

No, it's not surprising at all. In fact, I expected it from the beginning.

Nothing's ever black and white in war. Yet, you have people trying to say that you're wrong about things that don't really matter.

voice;

[knowyourmeme]

It's how people can find stability, by finding their own foundations and standing on them. Even if the world begins to sink around them, they still are standing tall. But that's hardly the point of it... it's good you realize that things aren't black and white, because they are. Good and evil don't exist on the battlefield. All that exists... is survival and how to ensure that for whomever you want most to continue. Right?

voice;

[sombrero]

That's how it usually works in war. The moment you get tossed into this shit hole you're just the same as everyone else. Fighting in a proxy war and fighting proxy battles.

Only difference here is that people get to live normally even though there's a war going on. Hell, it's not even that bad compared to what other people may have gone through back in their own worlds.

No one ever stops to think about that though. They're all too caught up in whatever is next in their agenda.

voice;

[knowyourmeme]

That's how the world works. It's how it always works. No one thinks about these things, and that is why we're constantly in this cycle. Just nature. But neither of us are surprised... I know that you'd just use your sword for justice and protect those that want to live normally.

Isn't that right, Jack?

[Video]

[pmsgargoyle]

That is quite common around these parts.

If you'd like to spar, I'm more than willing.

[Video]

[sombrero]

It gets annoying to watch after a while.

That's great to hear. I'll hold you up on that offer.

If you don't mind me asking, what kind of battle style do you use?

[Video]

[pmsgargoyle]

I'm quite capable of handling many types of weapons. This includes swords, of course, and I'm most familiar with Medieval and Renaissance sword fighting. [ she was born in a time when swords were pretty much the most important of weapons ]

[Video]

[sombrero]

The same goes for me actually. I just prefer to use swords because it's a noble weapon.

So, I can safely assume that you're a more traditional sword user?

[Video]

[pmsgargoyle]

[ mostly, Demona enjoys medieval weapons because they are violent. But she doesn't really dismiss other kinds of weapon ]

yes, you can. However, with years and after learning several techniques and combat skills, I'm not strictly traditional. [ not to mention, she has wings. ]

[evokes]

I've been alright, but it sounds like you've been getting into trouble. [raiden what hideous have you gotten into]

[sombrero]

Glad to hear it.

Oh, it's nothing to worry about. Sion's just upset we didn't resonate well during our mission in Israel. I have a piece of advice I need to share with you.

Be more picky about the weapons you decide to go on missions with. And there's something else I wanted to warn you about.

If you see some shithead named Monsoon around, be careful. He's not exactly someone you'd want to play with on the beach.

When it comes to fighting skills there's probably no questioning how good he is in combat. What I'm saying is don't take him lightly.

[evokes]

Oh, so that's what it was. [She sounds both like she's agreeing and like she's sure there's more to the story if he's willing to say... p3 protag swag more like never actively trying to improve people's behavior cries] I'll keep that in mind. I haven't found anyone for a weapon partner yet, but it must be tough. Still, it must have been exciting to go all the way to Israel!

[more weird names but i guess that's no surprise--still, she nods, expression a bit more serious than earlier] I don't think I'd go around picking fights, but it's good to know, thanks. Is he really that bad?

[sombrero]

That's all there was too it. [NO HE'S NOT GOING TO EXPLAIN MORE. This is something we keep in the dark sob. ] Tough? I wouldn't exactly call it that. I was bored the whole time.

You think going to Israel would be exciting? Yeah, okay. Maybe it would be if you dropped by for a vacation and not for a combat related mission.

It's not so bad after you complete it though. Had time to pick up a gift for you afterwards.

[He told you man. People from his world have weird names. It's a trend in mgs.]

No, I didn't think you were the type to go around picking fights. Bad's kind of the wrong word. Crazy, batshit, and insane would fit the bill more.

[evokes]

Bored? What exactly was the mission you were on, if you don't mind me asking?

Really? You didn't have to, you know. [She smiles though, genuinely touched.] But thank you.

... yeah I think I'll make sure to steer clear of him. What does he look like? Hopefully not like an actual monsoon.

[text]

[pinnedbangs]

[Just because he was new to this world didn't mean he was willing to sit back idly! A message like this was just what he needed to hear! If he had a spar with someone, at least they'd be getting some work done. Did it matter that he hardly knew the guy? ... A little. But a sparring match didn't need a prelude.]

if you need a partner, i can take you on. i need the practice.

[text]

[sombrero]

[Being new to this world doesn't really have any meaning to Raiden. As long as you can put up a fight he'd be willing to accept your challenge.]

Good. We can use wooden swords for training.
Is that alright with you?

[text]

[pinnedbangs]

[Oh, he could put up a fight! -- But Rin doesn't have the same supernatural strength he used to relying on when it comes to swordsmanship.]

sure thats cool with me!
when and where?

[text]

[sombrero]

Shibusen City Park.

As for when....how about within the next hour? Sound good?

[text]

[pinnedbangs]

sounds good
see you in an hour

you'll be the only guy with wooden swords?

[ video; ]

[blue_wayfinder]

I used to use something like a sword back home. If you're looking for a sparring partner, I could use the practice too.

[ video; ]

[sombrero]

Hey, Aqua.

You seem to be doing well since our last chat. More practice never hurts anyone. Something like a sword? Could you be more specific about that? Are we talking about a one handed or two handed weapon?

[ video; ]

[blue_wayfinder]

Mine was used one handed. [Going into more detail wouldn't help, really. If she just said it looked like a giant key it would just confuse him.]

What about you? What kind of sword are you used to using?

[ video; ]

[sombrero]

One handed style. Hm, interesting. How long have you been training with it for?

Well, I'm used to using a High Frequency blade. It's like your regular sword only it vibrates really fast. Makes it easier for cutting through things.

[ video; ]

[blue_wayfinder]

I've been training with it since I was a child. [A number cannot be given due to lack of canon.

A sword that vibrates...?] I've never heard of something like that before...