Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64 
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 6:25:30 GMT
It had been a week or so since Lance faced the Ice Dragon Slayer after the latter one expected the fellow man to destroy the city or something, too bad it was a misunderstanding even if the God Slayer actually had more than just some fun; destroying a bunch of stalls and making people tremble in fear could be described as fun at least. Even worse was how Ryder was capable of escaping his grasp so easily, and such angered him a lot, considering he was about to be locked into a prison by the Rune Knights.
“That bastard.. he isn’t getting out of this without a good beating, and perhaps with a nice grave made out of fire.” - he thought to himself, cracking a malicious grin.
More concerning was how he reacted to him being capable of making Yumiko; a ‘fellow assistant’ of Zanko, fall down to her knees. It was as if for one moment he had suddenly snapped out of his usual self and recalled past events which seemed to be barely dreams at that point.
He shook his head shortly after, he couldn’t even afford to accept how badly that fight escalated for him. “Ugh.. I can’t keep this in. I might have some more fun. Who knows.. Ryder might show up again, hehe.” - he said to himself.
Lance walked down the streets of Hargeon Town, a few bandages wrapped around his torso which he kept after his encounter with Ryder Frostridge. That aside, he could tell almost no one knew of him in that town, which was good considering he was about to get arrested last time after all. “So, what could I do.. of course I can not destroy the whole town but I can definitely afford taking down a building or two.” - he thought to himself.
The God Slayer looked around, only to find a medium sized wooden structure which was apparently a restaurant or that’s what he could tell from the fancy ensign. Lance smirked, it was pretty much the perfect chance to let it all out and then run away before they could call a bunch of Rune Knights once more. Thank God, at least Yumiko was not with him that day and no one else had followed him, else they'd have been a real bother.
Lance walked in the restaurant, there were only a few people who were eating their meals.. too bad. He actually hoped he could have heard tons of screams, but he could work with that. He approached the counter and let his arms rest on it, learning forward.
The waitress smiled brightly and offered a bow of her head before she spoke up. “Welcome, what can I do for you?”
Lance’s hand rose and his head shook in response to the waitress’ question. “Oh, actually I’ve something for you.. and you’ve something for me.”
The waitress seemed rather confused, not really aware of what the God Slayer was talking about. “U-uhm?” - she uttered. The God Slayer let his hand lit up with black flames, a grin widening across his face. “So, so.. give me your prayers and I might not destroy you.”
The woman let her jaw drop, her eyes wide open as she trembled. Anyone could tell she was rather scared and had no way to handle the situation, so she did nothing but kneel down, hoping that the man would have left. She felt something tightening up her throat, she was too scared to even speak; a mage was about to roast her and the restaurant.
“Too bad.” - he said. The God Slayer didn't move of an inch yet though, he wanted to see if anyone would have tried to stand in his way or something like that. |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 14:04:07 GMT
The God Slayer held a malicious grin across his face, it didn’t look like the waiter could do anything but cry, rather disappointing he thought even if it made the job easier. Although, Lance was looking for something more than just an easy kill or something like that; exhilaration and excitement.. yes, that’s what he was looking for but could not find.
Perhaps he should have tried with the town of last time to check out if Ryder was still in the whereabouts but he had a few doubts about that. “That guy might be looking for me now that I think about it.. hmm, I wouldn’t worry that much about it but it’s still a chance.” - he thought to himself, snapping out of his thoughts as soon as he heard a voice.
He turned and took note of a girl, whose appearance was familiar but he didn’t really give it too much importance. He could not tell her age but she was definitely more than just a teenager, that one was quite simple to realize, but what was really obvious was that.. she wasn’t a fan of his, that was for sure!
He chuckled and shook his head slightly, walking towards the woman as he lowered himself slightly, crouching down to look at her in the eyes. “So, so.. looks like we’ve got a brave one here. Unfortunately I fear I can’t pick on you, considering I have to crouch down.”
Lance narrowed his eyes slightly, he could feel something coming from her, was it.. magic? As a God Slayer, while his physical senses were not as good as a Dragon Slayer’s, his actual senses were better than others’ and he could tell the girl was more than just a joke. “Huh.. first Ryder and now this one? Curious, there seem to be lots of mages around lately.” - he thought to himself, standing up shortly after.
Mage or not, he was getting tired of mages like her and Ryder standing in his way even if.. that wasn’t entirely true. He felt annoyed for sure, but also excited because most of the times such encounters turned into a fight; just like the one with the Ice Dragon Slayer. “Yare yare.. (“Oh dear..”)” - he smirked slightly and folded his arms on his chest.
“You’ve got quite a mouthful there to call me a coward. I’ve had enough of heroes like you after that icey guy. But hey, you’d help me a lot if you can put up a fight..” - he paused briefly and smacked his fist against his other hand’s palm, cracking his knuckles.
“I need someone to beat down, so I can give vent to my rage.. and it’d be fun to hear you scream.” - he said with a grin on his face. One’s gender didn’t matter to him, he was up to destroying anything and anyone at that point. |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 14:15:47 GMT
Lance didn’t really have any idea of her age, nor did he care. In the end she was probably old enough to take care of herself, although she felt too much like a precious one with that appearance and attitude of hers. He tried to ignore it even if it was really annoying to him, but he couldn’t do that much about it.
Even if her arrogance almost made him laugh, he couldn’t tell her skills as a mage but she’d probably be a good comical relief in a show. He looked down at her blade, making sure he was still carrying his spears on his back before he glanced at Rialle once more.
“I see how it is then.. she’s really got the guts. Too bad those won’t save her from a good beating, hehe.” - he thought to himself, turning around to face the counter where no one stood anymore.
Apparently the waiter had left the restaurant for her own sake, how selfish he thought. “I can tell, princess of my boots. You don’t have to be so precious, if you really want to show off your power.. you better do it before I change my mind and burn this place to ashes.”
The God Slayer let out a sigh, he was about to begin the fight but then she made another comment, this time on how ‘not’ pretty he was. He bursted out in a laugh, shaking his head slowly. “Do I seriously look like I want to be pretty? And to me, you can be small, huge, pretty or ugly.. I couldn’t care any less. What matters is that you have that nice mouth of yours so I can rip it off while you scream in fear.”
For one moment, he thought if the curse had actually influenced his appearance somehow, he could remember he didn’t even have black hair back then.. but why did it feel so normal the? No, there was no time to think about it, nor could he waste his time like that. “Ugh, yeah.. call me however you want. As long as you can last more than a minute that’s fine.”
He was about to attack her but then she came up with the request of fighting outside, he chuckled.. she really thought he wouldn’t see that one coming? Ridiculous. But either way, he decided to let her get that one. “Oh, but of course.. although, if I win you will get out of the way and I’ll destroy this place.” - he said before he walked next to her out of the restaurant. He didn't seem worried at all, one could tell from his nonchalant walk.
As soon as they got outside, a villainous aura made of black flames ignited around Lance’s body. “I didn’t have breakfast today, so please.. tell me you’re a fire mage.” |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 14:32:12 GMT
Lance himself had taken note of how their encounter had interested quite a few, he didn’t mind but he didn’t really liked the idea of anyone watching considering they could have warned the Rune Knights if things would have gone beyond just a fight. He couldn’t run away from them every single time, and last time it was just a real lucky shot for him having enough energy to disappear from the Knights’ sight.
And thinking about it, so did Ryder. He couldn’t tell if there was some actual reason or he didn’t want to be inquired or something like that. “Frostridge.. I wonder what you’re doing right now.. because we’ll meet soon.” - he thought to himself, a smirk widening across his face before he snapped out of his thoughts.
Rialle was apparently going to use her sword, in that moment she looked more experienced than she did earlier but Lance didn’t really give it any importance, in the end she was a mage like any other. He let out a sigh and gave her a shrug of his shoulder, taking a firm grasp of his spears’ shafts as he unsheathed them, wielding both as he adjusted his stance.
“Alright, time for the action to take place I guess. This is going to be fun, hehe..” - he said before his spears lit up with black flames which surprisingly didn’t seem to be burning or affecting the spears at all. The God Slayer sprinted forward and halted as he spun and let his spears move with the flow then he’d roll forward, his spears crossed, in the attempt to slash a cross upon the woman’s legs.
“Ojichan.. (“Gramps..”)” - he muttered, his head low as he looked down the street. A young, brown-coloured hair boy was taking a stroll around the city while carrying a backpack. It was heavy but he couldn’t give up, he had given himself the goal to find his old man. “..Dammit, where are you?..” The city was too big to check it all out and he couldn’t tell if he could keep it up for long but at least it could have gone worse.. or could it?
In a matter of seconds, two kids taller than him stood in front of him with a smirk on their faces. “Give us all ya’ money kiddo or yo' mommy won’t recognize you once we’ll be done with ya’!” - one of them said, although both were holding a grin across their faces.
The boy narrowed his eyes and looked down.. great, bullies. Although, he couldn’t make use of his magic against non-mages.. he had promised it to the old man. He couldn’t hurt who couldn’t defend himself, or that’s what he said. Magic can make one lose their concept of society and friendship, that’s what any kind of power over people did after all.
The young mage just turned and walked the other way but one of the bullies grabbed him by the collar, much to the mage’s annoyance. “Hey, where ya’ think you’re going?! Ya' ain’t going anywhere!”
The boy grit his teeth fiercely and tried to get out of his grasp. “Let me go!” |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 14:40:52 GMT
The fight was probably going to be much better than what he had expected in the beginning, even if he could sense her energy he had no idea of what kind of magic she used. Although he’d find out soon enough, perhaps not right off the bat but as soon as water seemed to wrap her sword, the God Slayer began to ask himself what kind of magic it could be.
But there was no time for that, she attempted to counter-attack with a swipe which he parried as soon as the spear he wielded at his left rose and got in her sword’s way while he had retreated his dominant side. He wasn’t looking for a blade struggle though, so he retreated himself shortly after.
“Omoshiroi.. (“Interesting..”)” - he said, his set on the mage in front of him. “Now this is intriguing, what was that just now.. That’s similar to what I did with my spears. Either that’s a magic weapon or.. could she be.. a Water Slayer?” - he thought to himself. At that point he couldn’t help but feel like the woman was more than just a familiar face, he couldn’t come up with a concrete answer and so he spoke up. “Who would you ever be anyway? I like to know my preys’ names before I dig them a hole for their graves.”
That gracious blue hair of hers definitely reminded him something or rather someone, perhaps he saw her somewhere in the whereabouts some day but what concerned him was her magic. He didn’t usually give his memories too much importance, or at least anything that came before he was cursed. “Sink.. or swim?” - he muttered, although he was loud enough to let her hear.
Flashback
The boy didn’t really want to break up his promise, especially considering it was the old man he was looking for but all of a sudden someone interfered and defended the boy but who was it-- a girl? The boy raised a brow, watching her using a magic circle of some sorts, he couldn’t tell what she was going to do but it apparently worked; the bullies ran off.
He pouted slightly, letting out a sigh. “Right.. intimidate them. Ugh, why didn’t I think about that?” - he thought to himself, scratching the back of his neck before he turned to face the kid who had just saved him.
The boy smiled brightly and nodded. “H-hi! I am Lance.. uhm, thanks I guess.” - he said before looking away shyly, he always felt uncomfortable in front of another person whom he had not met yet. “U-uhm.. you want to be friends?”
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 14:48:58 GMT
The fight had been catching up a certain pace by the looks of it, even if perhaps Rialle was actually enjoying it which was not what Lance was planning to but more like making her scream in pain. He raised a brow and slashed both his crossed spears upwards as he once more parried her blade, whoever that girl was, she knew how to wield a blade. He had really misunderestimated her, and he shouldn’t have probably done that. Lance tilted his head slightly at the mention of how he fought well, he didn’t expect to hear a compliment for her but he didn’t really give it too much importance.
He just spun both his spears around in an attempt of intimidating her. “Perhaps we should get on actually using our magic instead of playing with swords? It’d be about time.” - he said, while he seemed loosen he kept his guard up in case she would have tried to attack him.
Flashback
His own eyes lit up as she accepted to be her friend which made him happy, it was somewhat tough to admit it but he literally knew no one. He was very happy to finally have a friend and one even that kind and brave, he closed his eyes in a friendly manner and let a grin widen across his face. “That’s great!” - he exclaimed. Nothing could ruin this day, not even a rainy day!
He glanced upwards and let out a grunt, rolling his eyes as he took note of the rain. He followed her new friend and sat down under the awning himself next to Rialle. He tilted his head slightly and looked over at the sky before he shifted his gaze at his new friend. He leaned closer and gathered his hands in front of her as he lit up a small black fire to warm both up. “I hope this helps.”
Present
He could tell why she was so hesitant about telling him her name, after all he didn’t really look like someone you could trust but he really had no mischievous intentions but his curiosity pushing him forward to grow doubts over the gracious woman’s identity. Her hair was that kind of colour after all, just like her magic which seemed a Slayer’s even if he was doubtful about that.
It was happening again, he brushed his hand past his hair for a brief moment; he could feel memories of his old self show up once more. It happened already when he fought Ryder, he couldn’t explain why but there was no way he could ignore it.
Lance widened his eyes, lowering his blades as the woman spoke up and revealed her name. “..Ria, hisashiburi. ("..Ria, it's been a long time.")” - he said quietly, his heart skipping a beat as if something was taking over for a brief moment. He shrugged it off and tried to not lose control, even if he didn’t know if he could hold that for long. He lowered his head and let out a sigh, shaking his head slowly. “And here I thought I would have not met you again ever again. Too bad.” - he said, even if somehow he was evidently lying. |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 14, 2016 15:10:01 GMT
The woman seemed to agree with the man that they had to step up their game, playing with blades could be entertaining but up to a certain point or at least that was what he thought about it. He was much more adjusted to using magic to fight, and obviously his bare fists. He didn’t care who was going to get the first move, he was overall confident he would have won the fight.
Flashback
The boy offered a smile himself as she seemed to appreciate it, he was really glad she did, the boy liked how it felt to help people especially in situations where such things made one feel comfortable. He looked over to the restaurant before he glanced at the girl once more and nodded. “Uhm, sure!” - he exclaimed, then he stood up and followed her inside. Being inside the restaurant definitely felt better, at least it was a dry place.
He raised a brow as she was willing to pay for it which actually made Lance feel bad in the beginning but then he just nodded his appreciation. “..You don’t have to, really.. but thank you.” - he said, a warm smile widening across his face.
Present
He looked at her carefully, she actually seemed to be taking it seriously.. perhaps even too much. Deep inside, he could feel she felt bad for those words and he cared deeply but overall he didn’t really give it too much importance- actually, he laughed about it. He saw her in a moment of weakness while he looked delighted by her reaction. “For having grown into a strong woman, you seem to be taking this too further. I’m just a person who has no interest in being friends anymore in a few and simple words! Hehe.” - he stated, folding his arms on his chest as he looked at her with a smirk on his face.
“How? Why?” - he repeated and a sigh followed shortly after. “Seriously, what’s your problem? Time changes everything and everyone; people too. The Gods might have granted you beauty but you seem to be lacking intelligence, or at least enough to not realize who is in front of you right now. That kid, who only you made happy for some time, died long ago. He was weak, so not really a great loss.”
The God Slayer looked up to her who apparently decided to make her first move, much to the male Slayer’s surprise but that’s what he was waiting for; to finally stop playing. Although he decided to take the attack, his arms rose and covered himself with them. The spell itself didn’t cause major damage even if he felt his defense somewhat weaker. “H-hehe.. you’ve really grown. You’re stronger than how you were, well that’d be obvious considering how old you used to be back then. Heh, Moete Kita Zo.. ("I'm all fired up now..")” - he said before he cracked his knuckles once more and retreated his dominant side, clenching his fist tightly. He’d let his palm open slightly before he launching his fist forward in a punch-like motion and release a massive ball of black flames at his opponent. “Enjin no Kibaku-jigoku! (“Flame God’s Explosive Inferno!”)”
Would the attack be successful, the ball would increase in size and create an explosion.
MP [4/5] -1 Lance used Flame God’s Explosive Inferno! in order to damage her a little and also weaken her defenses. |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 15, 2016 0:30:30 GMT
Flashback
The boy was so glad that he had met the fellow Slayer, after that rainy day they had literally talked with each other every day and never got bored. Perhaps one would almost find it cute how they didn’t even have to speak apparently, each other’s presence was enough. Lance raised a brow as he saw her pulling out a large book, he leaned forward in mild interest and took a closer look. “Oh? Cool!” - he exclaimed.
He looked up to Rialle once more as she spoke of starting a guild, the idea was dreamy to him, he couldn’t have thought of anything better. “Yeah, that sounds great!” - he replied. The idea of himself grown up working with the Water Dragon Slayer was just lovely to him, especially if they would have been capable of making new friends, and perhaps comrades!
The boy nodded his agreement, beaming widely. “Even better is that we’ll get to make tons of money together; you and me! I'm sure no evil guy will be a match for us!”
Present
Lance raised a brow at how irritable she was growing, it was really curious of how she seemed to still care for a friend who had disappeared long ago without even sending letters or dropping by. But to be honest, he didn’t even remember Rialle until they met again, not willingly but he had become easily malleable after he was cursed. Even if lately he seemed to be growing out of control, especially after seeing his comrade hurt against the Ice Dragon Slayer and he was slightly reacting to seeing Rialle in his subconscious as well, although he was trying to hold back that emotion.
A very old part of himself didn’t want to, he just wanted to go and have fun with his dear friend once more but that desire was too far from his usual self; the one he had become was standing atop of his old self. Hell, even his appearance was influenced from the curse that was nothing more but that bare scar on his cheek. As much as it looked like one, if one was close enough, that person could probably feel magical power radiating from it.
He gulped slightly as he watched her taking his attack, he held his forehead for a brief moment. “This girl..” - he muttered before looking up at her once more. “I am not THIS? Then who is the one standing in front of you?”
Her blade rose once more and he just let a chuckle escape from his lips, the God Slayer walking up to the woman but without malicious intentions. He’d stand in front of her and place a hand upon her blade, lowering it slightly. “If you really want to talk about something, pointing a blade at someone isn’t the best way..” - he’d say ironically before speaking up once more.
“Come on then, since you wish to speak.. I give you five minutes to talk me out of this. And before you ask me again; I’m doing this because I needed it. I was kind of irritated about a certain Ice Dragon Slayer and I needed to let it out, in one way or the other. This is me and me only, I admit time was not the only thing or rather, not the only one who changed me but there’s no reason for me to tell you about that.” - he’d tell her, letting out a sigh.
“Are you happy now? Go ahead then. We have five minutes to talk.”
MP 5/5 [+2]
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 15, 2016 8:16:20 GMT
Flashback
The boy looked down at the book once more, his eyes set on the page she showed him. There were really a lot of guilds back then, too bad the most known were abolished or at least that’s what he heard. “Indeed we are!” - he exclaimed before he tilted his head slightly and took a moment to think about her question. “Uhm, well it wouldn’t be that bad to, you know.. kinda resurrect a guild! But there are so many, and like countless names we could pick..” - he said, folding his arms on his chest as he seemed to be pondering on the question.
“But well, I’m sure we’ll come up with a name! What matters is that everyone gets along with each other!” - he said, smiling widely.
Present
He stared at her blankly, waiting for her to say something but all he got was a glare which also reminded him something from the past. How curious, he had just irritated so easily without even doing much but he forgot how she was, or what she was; a good friend. “Hey, hey.. I just gave you what you were looking for and now you complain? I’ll be clear with you for one last time. I am doing THIS because I’m bored, but I have not changed for boredom.” - he said before he widened his eyes as she suddenly released her magic into a Dragon Slayer spell; a bite attack of some sorts.
He widened his eyes and let his jaw drop slightly, he was sent off flying against a wall which he almost broke at impact. He let his body fall on the ground, his back lying against the wall. He lowered his head low to hide his sore expression which he was not proud of. “D-dammit.. she played this smart.. and why.. why didn’t I do anything but ugh..” - he thought to himself, holding his forehead tightly. His wounds were rather severe but deep inside what hurt him was what he felt, he couldn’t manage to attack anymore or at least he was not as much at ease as he was earlier, she was just a girl.. why couldn’t he just destroy her?!
Something similar happened when he fought Ryder but that time it actually helped him, while this time it was as something was stopping him from hurting the woman. He clenched his fist tightly, a malicious aura flaring around him, he couldn’t move that well if not at all. He couldn't just stand up and attack her once more but he wasn’t going to go down without giving back an attack of his own, he raised his head to look at her and more surprisingly half his face wasn’t visible at all, except for his glowing red orb. While the other half was pretty much normal, but a tear seemed to be about to drop from his eye and stream across his face.
Black flames flew around his body before entering his wide open mouth, before he closed it once more, his cheeks puffed up before he let it out in a breath attack directed towards the woman in the attempt to do some damage, but considering the spell’s power and how they were pretty much on the same level, it was unlikely to do some real damage. “Enjin no.. Dogō! (“Flame God’s.. Bellow!”)”
Whether his breath attack made contact or not, he’d simply stop fighting and lower his head once more, catching his breath while trying to ignore the pain he felt in his bones.
MP [4/5] -1 / Last Turn with Durability Debuff from Rialle's WATER DRAGON ROAR
Lance attacked Rialle with Flame God’s Bellow! while she's still under her own Durability Debuff.
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 15, 2016 13:46:31 GMT
Flashback
Lance grinned and nodded multiple times at the mention of training and also getting stronger. “You can count on me! I’m all in for getting stronger!” - he said before he leaned forward once more to face her as she spoke up. Ohana? That could work, they just had to find some kind of pun or anything else that could match with it. “I like it! We can start with that name and then we just have to come up with something else that fits in.” - he finished his sandwich himself and enjoyed the rest of the day with his friend.
The boy really wanted to follow Rialle and help her in building up a guild together, a dream which Lance never gave up on himself- or at least until he changed. He felt bad at the mere thought of leaving her without saying a word, especially since he somewhat felt like her deep inside despite their age difference.
He shrugged it off, it was not the time for such thoughts. What he wanted to do was to enjoy the day with his friend.
Present
He kept his head low, not willing to see if his attack had been successful or not because he felt a tight node down his heart, it hurt.. just like when he looked up to finally see what she was up to and saw her crying. In all the years he served as a puppet there had never been any sight that could destroy him internally, he couldn’t help it and let two tears roll down his cheeks from each eye.
The God Slayer widened his eyes at the column of water that hurt him once more, he let out a grunt and held his chest tightly, his head low as he felt weak once more and worse than before. “Are you.. waiting for me to.. give up, Rialle?” - he asked before he grit his teeth fiercely and sliding his hands over the wall as he sustained himself in the attempt to stand up and at last he did.
He was now standing even, taking a deep breath as he let his eyes set on the Dragon Slayer, his tears clearly visible. “..I won’t destroy the restaurant but I can’t give up..”
“I have.. never given up before, if you knew me.. that I am different or not, you should not be surprised. But I won’t fight you, or rather I can’t. That’s it.” - he admitted, looking down shortly after. Once more he seemed to be snapping out of his usual self again, his curse mark which looked like a scar had also become smaller recently ever since he fought Ryder but he didn’t really notice that. Yet, he wasn't planning to make up with her, nor would he do that with Ryder. As long as he was cursed, it was useless to help him. "You can beat me down to finish this if it helps you.. but I won't give up."
MP [5/5] +2
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
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Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 15, 2016 14:04:16 GMT
He let out a grunt once more and held his forehead with his hand before he wiped off his own tears and gulped, exhaling sharply. He didn’t know if any of that was worth what he was going through, and it didn’t seem like Rialle was enjoying it herself. But no, he couldn’t stay there for long.. not after what had just happened and most especially considering who was standing in front of him.
Lance looked up at her once more and tilted his head slightly to the sides, a small crack noise could be hear as he did. He sighed and let his right arm rest, while he held himself to the wall with the other hand.
“..Have you?” - he asked, shaking his head slowly. “There was no way you could find me anywhere. But I don’t blame you, you were just looking for a dead friend.” - he told before speaking once more, but quietly this time. “I wouldn’t have wasted my time like that if I were you.”
The God Slayer watched her standing up to her feet just like he did, he didn’t know what the Dragon Slayer was thinking about but it was no trap, he truly couldn’t attack her. He didn’t want to admit further more than what he did, perhaps for the best.
He was about to go away, just like she told him, even if it didn’t seem so, those were made him feel hurt for one last time before he turned and began to walk away before he halted. “Good luck with your guild. You better don't look for me ever again.” |
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Lance Firebrand
Freelancer
Posts: 64
Mage Class: C-CLASS
Magic Type One: FIRE GOD SLAYER
275x450: http://i.imgur.com/O7UF0I8.png
240x120: http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5j5inbsbs1qhkw3co1_500.gif
Biography: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/30/lance-firebrand
Plotter: http://ftbreakthrough.boards.net/thread/48/gods-breath-lances-plotter
Alias: Phoenix
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Post by Lance Firebrand on May 15, 2016 14:15:40 GMT
He couldn’t tell if that silence actually helped or not, he didn’t really expect or demand anything from the woman and perhaps the silence could help more than just a few words. Everything he had gone through in the past years and yet he held no concrete memory of the woman, not until that day at least.
That city, the restaurant and most especially her; one who he thought of as a very important person had really taken over, perhaps for the smallest of moments but it did. As he halted and spoke up, he also turned to face her once more and what he saw was really depressing, almost heartbreaking to his old self, too bad he didn’t show it off when he looked at her.
The God Slayer stared at her blankly for a minute or two, it was easy to tell his words were difficult to handle but he didn’t really seem to care at all. “You’re just wasting your time acting like that. You can say whatever; we were friends or whatever you prefer.. we were kids, it doesn’t matter anymore.. get through this already.”
He spoke up once more and broke eye contact with her as soon as he saw her blowing.. a kiss? That was weird, he thought, considering of what had just happened but then he realized what it was about after he picked up on the Ethernano particles healing her. He turned and walked slowly but with the hope to never see her again. If their first encounter after so many years was so troubling, he couldn’t imagine what would have happened if they met again.
“Kudarane.. (“How useless..”)” - he muttered, his head low as he looked at the ground. “Ria.. you’ve won this one. But if there will be next time.. I won’t hold back.” - he thought to himself, even if he was pretty much lying to himself; he wouldn’t probably be capable of attacking her, not for a matter of skills but something deeper than that. Perhaps there was indeed hope for him. |
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Post by Rytama on May 15, 2016 16:24:19 GMT
You keep mentioning the Ice Dragon, and he just might show up.
Awarding you both with 2400J. |
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