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Jun 26, 2012 3:00:53 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jun 26, 2012 3:00:53 GMT -5
As she watched Akane gather flowers, Tun Si's eyes suddenly shot wide open in bewilderment. "Wh--wha!? Who is that?" She whipped back and forth trying to locate the voice's owner. "What's going on here!? How do you know my---"
Tun Si spun around, and saw Nam Il standing right before her. "--name?"
After he explained to her about the voice in her head, Tun Si calmed down but kept a slightly wary composure. "...all right. Is there something you want?"
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OkeyDJ
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Jun 26, 2012 17:27:58 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 26, 2012 17:27:58 GMT -5
Akane stood up right, with her arms crossed. She stayed silent as she watched the new comers carefully.
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Jun 26, 2012 19:57:29 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 26, 2012 19:57:29 GMT -5
"Ah, uh.. my name is, Park Nam Il, royal scribe and historian to the Fa-Reinese government.. and uh, I am looking for certain individuals to partake on a very important mission.." Nam Il asks shyly.
"Well.. you were at the meeting, right?" Nam Il asks Tun Si, who looks the part of a noble.
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Jun 27, 2012 6:44:44 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jun 27, 2012 6:44:44 GMT -5
"Yes, I was there."
No matter how hard she tried to guise it with her monk training, her noble's posture, bred into her from a young age, was unmistakable.
Tun Si definitely recognized who Nam Il was, thanks to her privileged upbringing, and she realized right away what the 'important mission' was. "And I know what you're asking of me. I would be happy to volunteer my skills."
Her tone of voice then became rather stern. "But...I ask that you do not mention my name to any of the nobles."
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Jun 28, 2012 18:42:43 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 28, 2012 18:42:43 GMT -5
"Oh.. uhm.. I report directly to the king's advisors.. and I need to have the names of everyone recorded. It is, protocol.." Nam Il looks apologetic. "Fa-Reinese wealth and advancement is in part thanks to our book-keeping."
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Jun 28, 2012 20:28:41 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jun 28, 2012 20:28:41 GMT -5
Tun Si sighed heavily, trying to be as patient and polite as possible with Nam Il.
"I understand you're only doing your job, but believe me I have my reasons for wanting to remain anonymous. You could place over my real name with another."
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Jun 28, 2012 22:03:06 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 28, 2012 22:03:06 GMT -5
"..Well.. I suppose that could work, for identification..." Nam Il is ready to write.
"What name should I write you under?"
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Jun 28, 2012 23:24:23 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jun 28, 2012 23:24:23 GMT -5
Tun Si smiled out of relief. "Thank you. Now, name...name..." She pondered for a few moments before finally making her mind up. Looking back to Nam Il, she replied.
"I would like to called Silk Swallow, please."
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Jun 29, 2012 0:00:43 GMT -5
Post by RoseNasty on Jun 29, 2012 0:00:43 GMT -5
"What IS your real name?" Tama asks, arms crossed in an authoritative posture. "I need to know."
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Jun 29, 2012 0:09:20 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jun 29, 2012 0:09:20 GMT -5
Tun Si glared at Tama.
"No disrespect intended, but if I told you my true name aloud, my family will catch wind that I'm here. And I don't want them to know that."
She looked around to ensure there were no guards or other certain folk about. "Look, I'll tell you my name later, just not while we're out here. Thank you."
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Jun 29, 2012 0:59:35 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 0:59:35 GMT -5
Akane put a hand on Tun Si's shoulder. "I am happy that you will be able to follow your own path sweetie." Akane pat Tun Si's shoulder again before turning around in the opposite direction and started to walk away while waving.
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Jun 29, 2012 1:25:30 GMT -5
Post by RoseNasty on Jun 29, 2012 1:25:30 GMT -5
Tama's eyes narrowed in annoyance. "Merely stating your name is not going to expose you any more than what you're doing right now, standing around near the entrance of the King's Palace in plain sight..." she exerts every effort to keep her eyes from rolling, "but for the sake of moving this conversation along, I won't press it further for now. I will ask you again the moment we're far away enough." She turns, facing Akane and assuming a less-incensed demeanor, calling to her before she could walk away. "Excuse me, Nam Il believes you to be a talent worth recruiting, as well. I am Lieutenant General Satou Tama. I'll be leading a small team of individuals on a very important mission that is vital for the survival of this nation. It will possibly be very dangerous..." Tama pauses to gauge her body language. "If you are interested in hearing more, walk with us. We have another volunteer to find before the end of the night. We will fill you in on the way" She waits for an indication from Akane that she is ready to listen.
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Jun 29, 2012 1:37:50 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 1:37:50 GMT -5
Akane stops and turns slightly, her voice tense. "I have no interest in something that doesn't include everyone." Akane glares at Tama and Nam Il, even a little at Tun Si. "I was at the meeting, but unfortunately i had to sneak in because only the "royal" were allowed in and I believe it isn't fair that the nobles are able to prepare for the worst while others can not." Akane fully turns around. "I can understand you want to protect the citizens against a panic, but that is already too late." Akane looked at the commoners as they looked on at the sky, fear and anxiety was clear on their faces. "You can smell the fear in the air." Akane turned her gaze back at the group. "Just like humans to only protect those who have money and power and not the ones who really need help..." Akane turned and walked away muttering about the human race.
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Jun 29, 2012 1:57:53 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 29, 2012 1:57:53 GMT -5
"W-wait!" Nam Il rushed over to Akane.
"Wait, please understand.. the fate of millions of people are hanging in the balance, and, I believe we need your skill, and your sight.. you're the, diviner from Shion-Pa, right?? Surely you must see how important this is. Please."
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OkeyDJ
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Jun 29, 2012 2:25:22 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 2:25:22 GMT -5
Akane glares at Nam Il as he approached her and when he got in arm's length Akane spun on him quickly and gently put a finger on Nam Il' glasses.. "I don't need glasses, so of course I can see that, but why should I risk my life for those who won't even tell information to others?" Akane glares at Nam Il very dangerously adding a little more pressure but soon she puts her hand down and sighs gently. Than she looks at him with softness. "But, those on the way to this hell, will be needing help...are we going to be near bodies of water on our journey?"
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Jun 29, 2012 10:00:08 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 29, 2012 10:00:08 GMT -5
Nam Il shrinks at Akane's confrontation.
"Uhm.. Well, protocol is to document all persons of interest residing in Fa-Rei, and anyone worth their salt in lore would know of the divining woman with jewel-like eyes that lives in the woods outside Shion-Pa.. I imagine the bard Duk knew of you as well.." He looks to Duk for affirmation.
When Akane agrees, Nam Il looks relieved. "oh, great! Thank you.., ms..." he bows respectfully, "Uhm, what is your name?"
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OkeyDJ
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Jun 29, 2012 10:08:14 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 10:08:14 GMT -5
Akane's eyebrow arched. "You know everything else, where I live and what I do, but you don't know my name?"
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Jun 29, 2012 12:17:51 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 29, 2012 12:17:51 GMT -5
"well.. With respect, you have many names, Diviner of Shion-Pa, Jorogumo of Shion-Pa.."
He paused, a tinge of fear of the possibility that Akane could be what the rumors claim she is; a giant spider woman spirit.
"But those are just titles, haha.. But uh, yes, your name is not on record because you don't give it out very often at all, as far as we know.."
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OkeyDJ
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Jun 29, 2012 12:37:03 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 12:37:03 GMT -5
Akane smirked at Nam Il. "Yes...they're just titles..." She pat his shoulder gently. "But you will see how far those titles will go..." Akane smiled again a little. "My name is Akane..." Akane cocked her head to the side. "And you didn't answer my question...are we going to be close bodies of water? River, lake, pond?"
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Jun 29, 2012 13:27:10 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 29, 2012 13:27:10 GMT -5
Nam Il tenses up when Akane touches him.
"uhh, well, I imagine there would be.. I mean, it also depends on where exactly we are headed... Tomorrow morning we must return to Shion-Pa, and from there receive instructions for the mission."
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Jun 29, 2012 14:40:51 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 14:40:51 GMT -5
Akane nodded gently. "Alright, heading a bit in my woods...that would sit me nicely...I have to pick some things up."
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Jun 29, 2012 18:26:48 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Jun 29, 2012 18:26:48 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk continued to smoke his pipe and shrugged when Nam Il asked him if he had heard of the soothsayer he scoffed, took a long slow breath and exhaled smoke.
"I've heard of her", He said,"But anyone can fake looking like rumors. Besides, how do we even know she has any divine powers. She's probably just a charlatan like most of the soothsayers. I bet she's working the rich lady here for her all her coin. I saw her at the Inn and she was working her all night long with tales of freedom and whatever else she wanted to hear, not that I blame her for it. It's a good scam if you ask me."
Duk closed his eyes and nodded solemnly as if he had just said something very true and very wise. Then he drew another puff of smoke from his pipe.[rand=10161215153034579859555750579328797008989427991664756516210869]
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Jun 29, 2012 19:03:18 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jun 29, 2012 19:03:18 GMT -5
Tun Si shook her head at Nan Fa Ra Duk.
"Think what you like, bard, but I wouldn't underestimate Akane. Oh, so you are aware, I don't intend on being a 'rich lady'. I'm leaving all of that behind me."
She looked around again, clearly wanting to leave the area right away but kept on a straight face. "Excuse me, Park Nam Il? You mentioned we have another recruit to find. Perhaps we should leave and start looking around for the other one?"
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Jun 29, 2012 23:37:02 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 29, 2012 23:37:02 GMT -5
Akane arched her eyebrow a little at Na Fa Ra Duk and than smirked and got close to Duk. "Wanna test that theory?" Akane gently touched Duk's pipe for three seconds before removing her finger.
"I would like to know something little personal about Na Fa Ra Duk, can you show me?" Akane took a deep breath.
(Akane's divination [dice=100]+3=85)[rand=8221518984064461181030278094112968941186554729946748224387411028]
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Jun 30, 2012 12:04:17 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 30, 2012 12:04:17 GMT -5
[success]
In a few moments, Akane sees a young boy being beaten by his father with his own instrument. The boy is chased out of his home, prohibited from ever returning. Battered and bruised, he walks barefoot, alone, down a road to nowhere, clinging to his instrument.
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Jun 30, 2012 12:33:18 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jun 30, 2012 12:33:18 GMT -5
Akane's eyes snap open when the vision flooded into her mind, after the vision was over her eyes closed. When she opened her eyes, she went over to Duk and kissed his forehead very gently. Than looked him in the eyes.
"You are not that helpless little boy anymore." She whispered to Duk so only he can hear, knowing he probably doesn't want anyone else to know. Akane eyed Duk's instrument. "And I know you don't need me to tell you...to keep that safe."
She turned around and walked off a little ahead of everyone.
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Jun 30, 2012 13:32:59 GMT -5
Post by cancerbones on Jun 30, 2012 13:32:59 GMT -5
Aeon comes walking up the street in the opposite direction wearing new clothes in place of the ones that were slashed up and pulling on a pair of blue leather gloves to cover hide the new focus crystal worn on his hand. He spots Tama and tosses her a leather satchel filled with medical supplies.
"Oh good you found them. I didnt feel like sleeping. Your thoughts are so loud.
He motions to Tun Si and Akane.
"The princess and the prophet. The bard and the hard ass. Quite the rogue's gallery. Anyone else?"
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Jun 30, 2012 13:40:39 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Jun 30, 2012 13:40:39 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk's eyes widen for a second then narrow and he harrumphs
"I... I don't... Fine whatever. She's probably real, then." He grouses but the fire has gone out of his voice. Stoping his pipe, he returns it to it's pack and places his arms into his sleeves.
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Jun 30, 2012 16:24:26 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jun 30, 2012 16:24:26 GMT -5
Nam Il looks to the others, optimistic.
"Just one more, the Beggar Khan."
[History check] Aeon: [dice=20]+6 Akane: [dice=20]+6 Duk: [dice=20]+10 Tama: [dice=20]+0 Tun Si: [dice=20]+6
Tun Si, of all people, is the only one who recognizes the name; interacting with the patrons at the Grand Boar earlier in the day, she learned of a dangerous Ulanese mercenary known as the Beggar Khan. The stories were wild, claiming that with a single arrow he can assassinate a man from a city away, and even that he is actually the vengeful reincarnation of the ancient bestial Wan Liang spirits of centuries ago.
Nam Il shows the others a sketch, and they immediately recognize the scarred warrior that brutally fought alongside them in the barroom brawl.[rand=0105439460320764233612184416725907618615372982747781266523030899347]
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Jul 1, 2012 3:41:23 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jul 1, 2012 3:41:23 GMT -5
[NOTE: You can combine your efforts when making a skill check. If one person rolls a Streetwise for example, to try and find someone, others can pitch in by rolling as well. As long as they roll a 10 or higher, they give the primary skill check roller a +2 bonus to their roll. You need to say that you are trying to assist for this bonus to apply.]
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