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Post by Argis on Sept 28, 2004 5:45:24 GMT -5
Date 13/15/59 Argis woke up in a stir and calmly walk to the room where Nicholi slept and left a letter on his desk and then walked back to his room and packet up his item and put on his armor and on his way out he did a quick bow and vanished in the fog heading west towards the see after many hour of travel Argis reaches the bridge connecting lone island to the continent and he kick a stump as it fell the bridge rose in the dark Argis walks across and heads for his village when he arrived he yelled to one of the guards “it me and it Time“ “ok let him in” yelled the guard Argis walk in and then settles down in a local inn to sleep *the sun arises* Nicholi is getting up and gets change sits down at his desk yawning and notice a folded piece of parchment *he open it*
Nicholi,
Me and Mina are getting married in 2 days and I am asking you to come but please do not invite the others except Electra if see can be tame and also Kain but as for the others I will not want them there do to the fact That ….
Syrant=could blooded murder
Thanatos = machine thing killing thing
Whittaker= pricy guest
Please burn this letter after you read it oh and there is a entrance fee please make haste for my village for oh and dress nice
Yours truly,
Argis R. Boren
Nicholi rips the letter then sets the letter in the fire and watches it burn with two questions in his mind (Argis engaged?) and (do I not always dress nice)*calmly goes to kain’s room and tells him what is happening then they leave vague note
“Electra Lone village go there” the leave while everyone in asleep *they make their journey to Lone island…<br>
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Post by Thanatos on Sept 29, 2004 10:21:52 GMT -5
Thanatos listened idly to the sounds of rummaging in the rooms above as Nicholi searched for suitable wedding attire. His featureless visor fell once more on the squirming insect, two slender black-gloved fingers setting it gently once more on its feet as he rose swiftly, straightening his tuxedo in the process.
Every creature that has been gifted life should be given every opportunity...
He moved to the den where Nicholi currently resided, the man gazing at an object in his hand as he fiddled with a green bowtie. Thanatos stood silently, watching as Nicholi finally cast the object into the fireplace, the flames quickly curling its edges like a delicate flower. As Nicholi sat brooding, the android subtly shifted, making his presence known. Nicholi did not seem surprised.
"What's this, Master Nicholi?"
The man merely smiled, rising and stepping swiftly out the room as he spoke, "An invitation to a wedding you are not allowed to attend. Lone Island...the map's in my study."
And with that, he was gone.
Thanatos allowed the briefest traces of a smirk to touch his white lips, going about his own lazy preparations, finally waking Syrant long enough to whisper a few words of the upcoming event before setting off himself...
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Post by Syrant on Sept 29, 2004 18:05:17 GMT -5
*As soon as Thanatos left the room Syrant rises out of bed and dresses himself. Syrant quickly grabs all his stuff and runs to catch up with Thanatos. Syrant jogs up to Thanatos' side. Syrant looks straight ahead never looking at Thanatos.*
"Two days till the party huh? Well mind if I travel with you since I have no wheels?"
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Post by Whitakker on Sept 29, 2004 20:55:24 GMT -5
*Whitakker falls into step with Syrant and Thanatos, with Skye in tow*
"Might as well join in on it, seeing as how there's nothing else to do."
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Post by Argis on Sept 30, 2004 16:25:06 GMT -5
*….the next day Argis walked calmly up to the head guard and whispered a few words he nodded and shouted* “company 935 12191454 2051438 114 19520 13914519” * the guards moved out of the wall and started to set up Argis start to draw plans pointed at vital parts and equipping them with a old ancient weapon that a powerful tribe made* and teaching how to attack guns* *voice in the back of his head ask why was he going to kill his allies then he told him self that they are murders I hope they do some thing stupid but I will kill them if they come here I went and waited at the bridge entrance to see in the distance a figure walking with another one in the back I pulled out my gun and used the scope and found it was just Kain and Nicholi walking about 5 miles away**some one walks up behind me and said in a sweet voice* “hello, I heard you came back I’m glad when you said you would not return for a while I thought…it thought you weren’t comei…” “You worry to much “well its seems you worry to much as well they are only a few miles away” “yeah I guess your right you go back to the house I seal the bridge when they arrive ok *kiss* see you soon ok…” ”alright” *she turn and ran towards the village* then Kain and Nicholi walked across and we started talking Hello you finally are they following?” Indeed *sigh* “I am sorry but they won’t make it back alive” *Kain nods* “fair enough” and ten walks across the bridge and cut the ropes half way*”this way” we walk across open field to see a looming hill with smaller hills around it look so peaceful as we get closer the mountains come alive as hundreds appear out of the hill itself Argis simply keep walking and the mountain falls back in to the hill we reach the fort I give accommodations to Nicholi and Kain the walk back to see Mina…* I sent a letter to each one Thanatos, Syrant, Whittaker *they receive the letter Thanatos letters read*(dear Thanatos I warn you if you don’t turn back I will bring fire upon you turn back now) Syrant’s read*(dear syrant I warn you if you don’t turn back I will bring fire upon you turn back now) and Whittaker’s read (please don’t follow them they are going to be executed if they come to the island go alone eat this letter or smug the words till they are illegible.
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Post by Whitakker on Sept 30, 2004 18:29:32 GMT -5
Seeing as how Argis isn't going to let them in easily, Whitakker computes an alternate route in. After doing so, he departs from the presence of the other two.
"I suppose Argis will have prepared some ill-conceived defense strategy for you two. He ought to know better. It probably won't work. Nevertheless, be cautious."
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Post by Thanatos on Sept 30, 2004 19:42:41 GMT -5
Thanatos merely nodded in response to Syrant's inquiry, taking no notice of Whitakker's joining and subsequent leaving of the expedition.
The pair traveled all through the day and following night, their thoughts largely their own as they rode in silence. Thanatos' motorcycle purred softly even as it flashed past assorted villages and open roads, the blindingly quick passing of terrain making it nearly impossible to gauge time or distance with any certainty. It was clear, however, that Thanatos knew precisely where he was going.
...and finally, after a full twenty-four hours' traveling, they disembarked outside of what the map had explained was the island in which Argis' tribe made its home. The island layed very close to shore, the mainland consisting of a bleak desert that dropped off abruptly into a swirling sea. Even from a distance exceeding one hundred meters, it was evident that the bridge between the two landmasses had been cut.
Thanatos proceeded to swiftly walk the distance between desert and sea, his black overcoat flapping near-silently in the hot winds that swirled sand around him. Syrant strode at his side, the man's own glossy leather cloak gliding silently about him. A great deal of complex calculations and questions ran through Thanatos' head as he closed the gap, the most notable once rising swiftly to the top of his computing mind.
Why does a man who possesses courage in such abundance suddenly halt his journey to salvage his wretched race, instead embarking on a selfish journey of personal pleasure?
It was something he could not find the answer to.
At this point the two black-clad figures stood on the edge of the rugged cliff that met the sea, waiting silently as they surveyed the island in front of them. Small figures could even now be seen scurrying along the beaches, and a few were even now reacting the presence of the pair...
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Post by Syrant on Oct 2, 2004 20:21:41 GMT -5
*Syrant says nothing as he walks along the desert edge next to Thanatos. After a few minutes Syrant begins to talk.*
"Well looks like Argis doesn't want us around."
*Syrant walks around some more thinking of some way they could get across. Finally Syrant gives up*
"How the heck are we going to get over there?"
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Post by Thanatos on Oct 3, 2004 0:50:45 GMT -5
Thanatos does not immediately respond, continuing to gaze at the island as a vague frown becomes apparent on his features. Eventually, he speaks, turning and beginning to swiftly stride back to the abandoned motorcycle as he does so.
"It would appear that the former samurai comrade has prepared for our arrival in a rather hostile method. It would be most beneficial to assure him immediately of nonviolent intentions--I have not as of yet been contracted with him as a target."
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Post by Syrant on Oct 3, 2004 19:10:59 GMT -5
*Syrant walks up behind Thanatos still annoyed*
"So what's the plan, now?"
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Post by Thanatos on Oct 4, 2004 19:35:48 GMT -5
"We jump."
Thanatos finally reaches his crazily elongated motorbike, motioning for Syrant to find a seat further along its massive body. The motorcycle is completely unlike any other vehicle of the time; its coc.kpit is set deep in the frame, shielded and positioned so a driver might lay down almost entirely in order to properly control it. Past the thingypit, there is approximitely three meters' worth of smooth body before it ends abruptly with an artfully integrated tailpipe. The entire affair stands on only two relatively small wheels, and although very aerodynamically sound, it still remains a mystery as to how it can travel at the blistering speeds that it does.
Even as Thanatos jumps into the coc.kpit he motions for Syrant to find a suitable place to latch on. Without a visible action on his part the motor begins its soft purring, Thanatos' visor carefully examining the relatively distant island as he speaks softly and quickly.
"It would be advisable that you hold on. The aegisite-based alternate system drives have not yet been optimized, and thus the probability of failure has increased dramatically. Nevertheless, it should be 'fun.'"
Thanatos' entirely uncharacteristic chuckle is drowned out as the plated sides of the motorbike fold back, two gigantic booster-type objects sprouting in their place and beginning to hum faintly. The hum soon drowns out the quiet enginge as it builds to a roar, brilliant blue flames licking at the desert air as Syrant secures himself firmly on the top of the mammoth vehicle.
...and suddenly, they're off. Blue flames jet off each side of the motorcycle as it shoots forward, building speeds at breath-wrenching rate. Within three seconds all the terrain between the desert and cliff has been passed, and before awareness can be gained of the intense speed, they're over the edge, gliding in mid-air from a high elevation, swiftly moving over the sizable gap of water, and finally descending to land heavily on the sandy beach, still roaring at breckneck speed. As villagers begin yelling and running to their respective positions, the fires of the boosters gradually subside and the motorcycle stops, both Thanatos and Syrant in one smooth movement jumping from the vehicle to stand waiting.
Unfortunately, the reception does not appear particularly friendly.
((Edit: I've just noticed censor does not like "coc.kpit" without the dot. Unfortunately, I've been forced to modify the word. Apologies for any annoyance caused by this.))
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Post by Argis on Oct 5, 2004 9:38:31 GMT -5
I wish it had not come to this argis mutters. * calls the Cornicen over* “relay these signals” “Men get ready take position take aim. *Seconds go by* set fire to your arrows the (arrow is designed like a regular arrow except for the bag of oil on the side with a fuse that can be adjusted from 2 seconds to 10 seconds) “fire!”*Arrows 2 hundred down rained upon Thanatos and syrant and 20% hit in front of them and the arrows exploded in huge flame causing the bike’s low half to literally start to weld its self together * Argis commands “reload take aim”* hold Syrants a Thanatos life in his hand he tell the cornicen to signal to the former allies to surrender and they will be spared.*
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Post by Thanatos on Oct 5, 2004 19:22:58 GMT -5
As the carefully-directed arrows fly about the duo, Thanatos nods once, evidently in approval. He waits with an air of serenity as the next volley is prepared and aimed, one hand reaching easily into his overcoat to drop a small black sphere on the sand in front of his feet. This done and the second hail of arrows devestatingly prepared, he speaks, responding directly to Argis' command of a surrender.
"But I have not progressed with any intent other than surrender, comrade. I simply questioned your abandoning of the already-established expedition in order to pursue a fruitless luxury. Myself and my companion have not come here to make war; rather, we have come to seek answers. Provide them with all haste..."
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Post by Nicholi on Oct 6, 2004 15:01:50 GMT -5
Nicholi leans against a wall watching the ensuing chaos as Argis and the people of Kyashu attack Thanatos and Syrant.
"What idiocy. What does Argis hope to gain from destroying Thanatos."
An explosion occurs near Thanatos's bike. Various earthen debree is sent flying in the direction of the village entrance. Near the entrance stands a young woman, clad in a simple white dress. Nicholi notices a piece of debree heading in her general direction. He quickly races to move her out of the debree's path. In few seconds the spot where the young woman once stood, now sits a large earthen chunk filled with broken shafts.
"Sorry madem. I hope that I didn't hurt you in any way. *the young woman gives shakes her head* Good. I would suggest you seek shelter, It's too dangerous out here right now. Why were you standing there in the first place?"
The young woman responds, teary eyed, "My fiancee is out there in the fight. I wanted to make sure that he was alright..."
"By any chance would your fiancee happen to be Argis Boren. *she nods* That would make you Mina. Nice to meet you. My name is Nicholi Anhelo. I'm a friend and former employer of Argis.
Nicholi looks again at the attaking forces.
"I you would now, please go find somewhere safe to stay. I'm going to have a word with Argis."
Nicholi dashes off into the battlefield, nagita in hand. He stops in the middle of the area, between Thanatos and Syrant, and the Kyushu forces led by Argis.
"STOP!!! What you are doing is shear idiocy. Argis, you should not be attacking Thantos and Syrant. They have come with peaceful intentions despite them being excluded from your invetation. Thanatos only comes wanting answers to his question. Call off your forces. Why would you doing something so wicked on a day that is supposed to be one of the happiest of your life, the day of your wedding. Thanatos and Syrant, you should not have come without being invited by Argis. This whole mess could have been avoided if all of you would learn to trust one another. You best clean up this mess and commence with the event that was planned. We may soon recieve more unvited guests. I can only linger her for a few more hours."
Nicholi walks back into the village leaving his commrades to their buisness.
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Post by Whitakker on Oct 6, 2004 19:31:23 GMT -5
*Whitakker, leaning against the same wall as Nicholi was, finally decides to speak*
"Master Nicholi is unerringly correct, Argis. There is no purpose for this show of hostility, especially toward a former comrade. Did the thought ever enter your mind that maybe the reason Syrant and Thanatos are here is because they simply wanted to wish you well, and had no ill intentions? No. Instead, you chose to attack them out of sheer idiocy and spite. What message does that send your people? And more importantly, what message does that send your wife-to-be, Mina?"
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