[23:23] Aricles Alline says, "..."
[23:23] Aricles Alline asks, "Maria?"
[23:26] The girl emerges from the shadows. Her hands caught her cloak, yet curious hues given to the events afront her.

She turns, smiling softly and acknowledging Aricles.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:26] Aricles Alline asks, "It's good to see you again. Been a while. Things going well?"
[23:26] Maria Malibu says, "...Mm."
[23:26] Maria Malibu nods lightly.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:26] It was very apparent how much stronger Shargus was compared to Nikni, battling completely mercilessly as the fight concluded with the lapine being caught in the monster's maw, ragdolled around and thrown back into the bloody grass.

"THATS WHAT YOU GET FOR BEING IN MY WAY! YOU SHOULD KNOW THAT YOU ARE NOT EVEN A THREAT TO SHARGUS!"

The beast laughed once more! Emerging Victorious
(Shargus)


[23:26] Aricles Alline says, "That's good. Been busy days around here."
[23:26] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[23:26] Maria Malibu thinks, "I can see that..."
[23:26] Maria Malibu says, "Mhm..."
[23:26] Maria Malibu nods.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:26] Aricles Alline whispers: I got captured by Atrellya. Sorted that out earlier today.
[23:27] Aricles Alline whispers: Besides that? Things have mostly been good.
[23:27] Maria Malibu nods. She seemed to acknowledge that, having heard the events from Majora's point of view.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:27] Maria Malibu thinks, "...And yet you surround yourself with more Atreylla..."
[23:27] Aricles Alline whispers: Gotta go bust Anders out from his confinement. You been up to much?
[23:27] Maria Malibu thinks, "I can see why Lavenza liked you."
[23:28] Maria Malibu shrugs. She gestures northwest, to the sands of the Frontier. Perhaps she had found some sort of work there?
(Maria Malibu)


[23:28] Trying her very best to put up a solid defense, the lapine was struggling to pull together the mana for spells she'd only recently learned. While rocks and soil manipulating had come naturally to her, the bunny girl struggled to call upon vines and other greenery to come to her aid.

Just before she was chomped down on the little lapine scoured her depths and found her identity as a beastkin rather than a tangle of vines.

A massive roar rips through the girl, calling out for help to the forest around her.

"I've endured worse. I know this forest and the earth beneath us are stronger than my magic gives credit to. If you really want conquest I suppose it'll take an army to stop you."
(Nikni)


[23:28] The cat looks over at the Malibu who just approached, taking a moment to realize this is the mute one who Lavenza had spoken of. Letting out a sigh as they bobbed their head back and forth.
(Kateto Espero)


[23:28] Aricles Alline says, "Still up there? Spotted you a while back. I don't often visit, myself. Maybe I should."
[23:29] Maria Malibu looks at the Felinae, crossing her arms with a curious gaze. They didn't seem too familiar...
(Maria Malibu)


[23:29] Aricles Alline says, "This is Kateto. Good friend of us all."
[23:30] Maria Malibu says, "Mm."
[23:30] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Aye, you likely don't remember me though. I think we may have met once or twice.
[23:30] Maria Malibu bows softly in their direction.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:30] Maria Malibu exclaims, "!!!"
[23:30] Maria Malibu thinks, "Have we, Keteto? Well, my name is Maria. It's nice to meet you."
[23:30] Maria Malibu thinks, "Any friend of Aricles or Lavenza is a friend of mine."
[23:31] Maria Malibu thinks, "I may have met you when I was a child. Been through a lot. My memory is hazy."
[23:31] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, It is nice to meet you as well. I was a friend of Venza's...they helped me through a lot of things.
[23:31] Maria Malibu thinks, "But I am certain to remember you now."
[23:31] Maria Malibu smiles.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:31] The cat smiles back at the Malibu as words were, well, not exchanged.
(Kateto Espero)


[23:32] Maria Malibu thinks, "If you were a friend of Venza's, consider myself your friend and ally."
[23:32] Maria Malibu thinks, "We should talk more after this..."
[23:32] Maria Malibu thinks, "Whatever this is."
[23:32] Maria Malibu looks at the events unfolding in front of her.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:32] Seeing the battle conclude, Aricles floated over, hoping to prevent anything going further.
(Aricles Alline)


[23:32] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, And I as well your friend and ally. I remember Venza spoke of wishing to learn telepathy to speak to you like this...I
[23:32] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, We can definitely speak more like this though. You were the first I thought of when I had learned this.
[23:32] Maria Malibu thinks, "It would be nice. I'd like to learn, if possible. I have a lot on my plate as is, but...i'll be happy to make time for you."
[23:33] "VERY FUNNY! YOU CERTAINLY FAILED TO SHOW ME THAT MIGHT AS YOU LACK THE BURNING SPARK TO FIGHT! I GIVE YOU A PURPOSE. YOU STRIVE TO PROTECT AND THAT GOAL IS WEAK. YOU NEED TO FIGHT AND GROW TO BUILD YOUR OWN PLACE THAT YOU MUST PROTECT! NOT SOMETHING THAT WAS HERE FOR MANY YEARS!"

The beast scoffed as he looked at Aricles now that the knight has stepped in.
(Shargus)


[23:33] He offers a small wave to Shargus, and a brief glance to the lapine to make sure she isn't too hurt. Still talking, so she's fine.

"Greetings, SHARGUS!" He never shouted, except when saying Shargus' name.
"Hope I'm not interrupting."
(Aricles Alline)


[23:33] Maria Malibu thinks, "Especially if you are so kind to make time for myself and teach me. Any method that allows me to speak and communicate better, i'm grateful for."
[23:33] Aricles Alline asks, "How are things?"
[23:34] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, The way I learned it...I wouldn't wish to put you through, but if I can find a way to teach it to you a better way, I will. You can trust me on that.
[23:34] Maria Malibu blinks. Was that a dinosaur demon?
(Maria Malibu)


[23:34] Maria Malibu ponders, "...He's friends with that thing...?"
[23:34] Shargus says, "OH NO YOU ARE FINE! SHARGUS IS JUST TEACHING SOME FOLKS A LESSON, NOTHING THAT BLOODTHIRSTY."
[23:35] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Oh, yeah that's Shargus. He's a friend of mine as well.
[23:35] Shargus is not a demon...
(Shargus)


[23:35] Maria Malibu buzzes, "Well, I appreciate the thought, Kateto. In fact! I'm flattered!"
[23:35] Maria Malibu smiles, chuckling at Kateto.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:36] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, It's the least I could do, really. I just need to learn how this works myself so I can be gentler than my mentor was.
[23:36] Standing up and putting away her staff, the lapine wasn't willing to interact with anything that the beast was trying to tell her. She wasn't going to live her life off the advice from a dinosaur.

"As much as someone needs to stop you, I suppose it can't be me, and my magic isn't a loud enough voice to be heard in this place yet."
(Nikni)


[23:36] Maria Malibu thinks, "You were thinking of me when you learned? Very flattering."
[23:37] Maria Malibu thinks, "But yes. All will come in time."
[23:37] Maria Malibu blinks again. Oh! She didn't have her contacts on! She looks at Shargus again, now noticing his features less so of a demon and moreso...something else.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:37] The fight ensues with nature instantly rising to aid the ent in their defenses. Each lashing out at a whim, with no remorse. As this happened, the source of magics the ent utilized proven to be troublesome. For not only they've delved in the metaphysics, but projected sound waves.

It shook the very depths of the Drak, forcing the man to recoil in his actions. Eyes fished through out the veils of vines like a hawk watching its prey.

Spears of psionic energies bursts through out the spear, conjuring up and aiding the man. Each one tossed lands true, ultimately bringing things to a close.

Despite the battle being quite evenly matched. It was by the thinnest of hairs had the Drakanite emerged from the shadows, bringing about an umbral claw to rake through their form. Pulses of gravitational energies seeps into its being, bringing about a force to shake its entire body; creating a disturbance from within.

A breath taken, a huff.

"Shit.. They're strong." He murmurs, slowly descending with the beat of his wings catching his fall. Eyes drawn towards the other magical beast however. A job that was not quite done as of yet.

Another huff of air, and the staff raised aloft.

Forcibly bringing a wave of psionic energies to disperse through out the terrain. "I'm not done here yet-" He mutters, seeing as though they've harmed another that was recently tended to their wounds.

With the wave of his staff, the lands came crumbling. An orb producing the very energies that reigned through out the land, aimed to tear into the form of Shargus.
(Zen Mugen)


[23:38] Maria Malibu exclaims, "!!!!"
[23:38] Maria Malibu thinks, "That's one big lizard."
[23:38] Maria Malibu thinks, "I've no idea what is going on. But I find myself rooting for him anyway."
[23:38] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Aye. Time is ever our enemy. And yes, Shargus is a verrrry big turtle.
[23:38] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, We all love Shargus, don't worry.
[23:38] Aricles Alline asks, "You okay, miss?"
[23:38] Maria Malibu stands next to her newfound Feline friend, crossing her arms and watching the battle with intrigue.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:39] Aricles Alline says, "... As in, enough to walk to town. Elsewise I can escort you to a medic."
[23:39] Nikni says, "I can walk, I'm fine."
[23:39] Maria Malibu pops open a small bottle of rum, offering it too the Felinae. Wasn't Maria...a little too young to drink? Weren't they both...a little too young to drink...?
(Maria Malibu)


[23:40] Aricles Alline coughs.
(Aricles Alline)


[23:40] Aricles Alline says, "No booze."
[23:40] Maria Malibu asks, "Mm?"
[23:40] Maria Malibu thinks, "It's watered down..."
[23:40] Aricles Alline says, "Kateto's still a kid."
[23:40] Maria Malibu thinks, "Sort of."
[23:40] The young lapine drips with blood from various punctured teeth wounds, but true to her word she can technically walk.
(Nikni)


[23:40] Maria Malibu says, "...Gah."
[23:40] Aricles Alline says, "... So are you."
[23:40] The cat was about to take it before flinching at Aricles's voice. "B-but it's watered down, Aricles..."
(Kateto Espero)


[23:40] Maria Malibu huffs, pocketing the booze she had clearly stole from her mother.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:40] Aricles Alline says, "Nope. No booze."
[23:41] Kateto Espero says, "Damn..."
[23:41] Maria Malibu huffs.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:41] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Next time for certain.
[23:41] Aricles Alline says, "Anyway."
[23:41] Aricles Alline asks, "Why the fighting?"
[23:41] Maria Malibu thinks, "We'll take a drink when he's not looking."
[23:41] Maria Malibu smirks.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:41] Aricles Alline makes sure to turn his head back to the pair every now and then. Just in case.
(Aricles Alline)


[23:41] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, It is incredibly easy to make wine, I know that much.
[23:41] Nikni says, "The thing threatened to burn the forest down. I assume you understand I can't let that happen no matter what."
[23:42] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Crap...I think he's onto us though.
[23:42] Maria Malibu thinks, "Is that so? Perhaps you can teach me that too someday, Kateto..."
[23:42] Maria Malibu says, "Heh..."
[23:43] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Oh, well of course. I'm not as good as like, Tate, but I know how to make a bit at least.
[23:44] As he tries to speak, Aricles noticed an orb of energy fly towards Shargus. He ducks away, and offers some words in hopes of preventing further combat.

"He won't attack if you don't. Let me speak."

Perhaps the two will come to their senses. Hopefully. Shargus was cheap labour.
(Aricles Alline)


[23:45] Kateto Espero says, "Well we can hope at least. Oh and hello there again. I forget if you've told me your name..."
[23:46] Finding her moment, the girl scurries off to join the crowd in waiting, looking at the nearby ent feeling a bit ashamed. Why hadn't the ent been willing to defend their forest?

"Am I just not strong enough for you to care?"
(Nikni)


[23:47] Shargus says, "THE FIGHT HAPPENED BECAUSE AN ENT CALLED ME A FOUL BEAST."
[23:48] Shargus says, "AND THE GIRL STOOD BY ITS SIDE."
[23:48] Kateto Espero exclaims, "You aren't a foul beast, Shargus. You're a great beast!"
[23:48] Kateto Espero says, "The greatest, in fact."
[23:49] Shargus says, "THANK YOU MY LOYAL FOLLOWER."
[23:49] Shargus says, "SHARGUS CAN ALWAYS RELY ON YOU."
[23:49] Kateto Espero exclaims, "Anytime!"
[23:49] Kateto Espero exclaims, "I'm rooting for you here Shargus!"
[23:49] Aricles Alline asks, "... Follower?"
[23:49] Aricles Alline says, "Kateto..."
[23:49] Kateto Espero says, "Oh yeah, I became a follow of Shargus like, when I first started wandering."
[23:49] Aricles Alline says, "..."
[23:50] Kateto Espero says, "Or, err, follower. Sorry. Wires got crossed."
[23:50] Nikni snarls faintly at the idea of this beast having followers, but she'd already been proven too weak to make a difference so she was forced to sit by and wait for her wounds to close.
(Nikni)


[23:54] Eyes shifts in the direction of the man in helmet, still out of breath from the last fight. "There are reasons why I attack these things. More so, because they have been the oppressors over the years.

And after hearing what they possess.. What makes them grow in power.. I've decided to take hold of that, and use it for a better purpose." He says, holding on tight to the weapon whilst aiming it at the Dino.

Selfish and reckless, mayhap. But something that wasn't turned a blind eye to.

There was a vision he had set, and it would come true.
(Zen Mugen)


[23:56] Nikni says, "An enemy of that thing is a friend of mine."
[23:56] "I do much the same. However, Shargus is better than others. Doesn't attack kids, or anyone who doesn't want a fight. As far as I know.
He has reasonable rates as well, if you are looking for work done. Just allow me to speak with him a moment, please."

He hoped his words might stay their hands. Shargus was really cheap.
(Aricles Alline)


[23:56] Aricles Alline says, "Plenty of beasts everyone wants gone, if you search these woods. People even pay for some."
[23:59] The cat put their hands around the back of their head. "People are so quick to turn to violence on everything." Leaning against the tree, they let Aricles try to take control of the situation.

Sure they were also planning on hunting beasts, but even the Felidae knew to not go on such a crusade. "If the boy really wants to fight, I don't think our words are going to sway him, Aricles."
(Kateto Espero)


00:02] "IS THAT REALLY WHAT YOU FIGHT FOR? MINDLESS SLAUGHTER? YOU LIVE IN FEAR OF ME AS YOU PAINT ME AS THE OPPRESSOR! I AM ALREADY THE VICTOR AS YOU FEAR MY POWER AND GROWTH BAH!"

The giant lizard laughed at Zen who seemed to be eager to fight him.

Despite the obvious aggression he was waiting for the humanoid to attack him first. Shargus prefers to be challenged than to show his feral side and being the first to attack.
(Shargus)


[00:03] Maria Malibu crosses her arms, watching the engagement with both curiousity andsilence.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:08] A glance offered towards the fellow beast hunter? "I simply do this with all selfishness. There isn't anything else to it, really."

Then the crimsons settled back on the Tyrann. "It's simple, you know?

I don't fear you beast. Those that were attempting to be opposers were warded off swiftly, those who sought to tear and maim into my flesh were removed from these planes.

I'm just doing something I've paused for quite some time." He says, placing the scepter in hand, bringing the lands to suffer in a gravitational pool.

The effects lingers, attempting to subdue the dino where they've stood.

(Zen Mugen)

[00:09] Aricles Alline sighs, and backs away.
(Aricles Alline)


[00:09] Kateto Espero says, "See what I mean? Once they get like this, they can't be talked out of it."
[00:09] Aricles Alline says, "Better targets than Shargus. He's allied with a Titan."
[00:09] Aricles Alline would back away, but he is already trying to provide cover for Kateto and Maria.
(Aricles Alline)


[00:11] Haukea says, "Hunt beast, only natural."
[00:13] Aricles Alline says, "I've hunted plenty, but I wish to do business with Shargus. And he has a spriteful personality."
[00:13] "YOU SPEAK WAY TOO HIGHLY OF YOURSELF."

"ITS TIME I CLIP YOUR WINGS AND MAKE YOU HIT THE GROUND WITH YOUR SKULL."

The beast roars able to endure the gravity as he stomps and marches towards Zen. His maw opens wide as steam escapes it.

There was no reason to bargain anymore. Talking was useless, violence truly was the cure.
(Shargus)


[00:13] Kateto Espero says, "Shargus really is a kind beast when you get down to it..."
[00:13] Haukea says, "Must be Gloomhold syndrome."
[00:13] Kateto Espero says, "I am not kidnapped though..."
[00:13] Aricles Alline says, "No. I fled that place. An asylum."
[00:13] Kateto Espero says, "I get catnapped sometimes."
[00:19] Maria Malibu says, "Hm..."
[00:20] Maria Malibu ponders, "Catnapped?"
[00:20] Maria Malibu pats their head...
(Maria Malibu)


[00:20] Maria Malibu thinks, "I will not let that happen again under my watch. I promise."
[00:20] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Oh...yes people tend to just pick me up often...
[00:20] Maria Malibu thinks, "I suffer the same fate at times..."
[00:20] Maria Malibu sighs.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:21] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, The curse of being small...
[00:21] The cat sighs alongside the Malibu.
(Kateto Espero)


[00:23] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I-in fact wait aren't I shorter than you?
[00:24] Maria Malibu ponders, "Are you?"
[00:24] Maria Malibu indeed, towers over them slightly
(Maria Malibu)


[00:24] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Yes you're like...five feet tall right?
[00:24] Maria Malibu thinks, "Oh dear, you poor thing."
[00:25] Maria Malibu thinks, "Y-yes...."
[00:25] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I think I'm forever going to be short...
[00:25] Maria Malibu thinks, "I suppose I was shorter a few years ago. I just had my growth spurt this year."
[00:25] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I...I'm past all my growth spurts though...
[00:25] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I'm like seventeen already and nothing has happened...
[00:25] Maria Malibu ponders, "You'll g-get there! Maybe you are just a...late bloomer?"
[00:25] Maria Malibu pats their head...
(Maria Malibu)


[00:25] Getting pat while lamenting their shortness, the cat let out another sigh.
(Kateto Espero)


[00:26] Maria Malibu ponders, "Oh don't worry. At least you can fit into small and confined spaces, yes?"
[00:26] Maria Malibu thinks, "...I don't think i'm helping."
[00:26] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Maybe...and yes I can fit into small spaces at least. Though how often is someone going to have to crawl through a drainage pipe?
[00:27] Maria Malibu ponders, "...You can do that?"
[00:27] Maria Malibu thinks, "Woah..."
[00:27] Maria Malibu buzzes, "That's awesome!"
[00:27] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Well yes I am short...ah and I mean the bigger pipes, not the small ones.
[00:28] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I'm not like, a fairy or anything.
[00:28] Maria Malibu thinks, "Be proud of who you are, Kateto. All your smallness and everything."
[00:28] Maria Malibu thinks, "In fact, I find the smallness to be quite indearing. "
[00:29] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Aye, I should be proud of it, but getting so used to being picked up by the scruff is worrisome...
[00:29] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, It makes me more endearing, but at what cost...
[00:29] Maria Malibu ponders, "Oh don't worry. I'll shoot them in the head for you, okay?"
[00:29] Maria Malibu chuckles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:30] Maria Malibu buzzes, "No one is picking you up from the scuff but me!"
[00:30] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, A-ah wait wait no killing them, alright?
[00:30] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, And wait that means you're going to pick me up?
[00:30] Maria Malibu chuckles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:30] Maria Malibu thinks, "I'm only kidding."
[00:30] Maria Malibu ponders, "You...have scruff to latch onto anyway?"
[00:30] Maria Malibu ponders, "Where is it?"
[00:30] Maria Malibu goes behind Kateto, searching for scruff...
(Maria Malibu)


[00:30] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, It's like, on the back of my neck. Between the shoulder blades.
[00:31] Maria Malibu ponders, "May I?"
[00:31] Maria Malibu searches for the scuff, combing through Kateto's hair and the back of their neck. Specfically between the shoulder blades...
(Maria Malibu)


[00:31] Maria Malibu exclaims, "!!!"
[00:32] Maria Malibu thinks, "Oh gods, you weren't kidding...-"
[00:32] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Oh, and go ahead. I'm used to it.
[00:32] Maria Malibu ponders, "Does...every Felinae...have this?"
[00:32] Maria Malibu thinks, "It's like a floppy piece of hair."
[00:32] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I don't know...I just have it.
[00:32] Maria Malibu ponders, "Dear, you really think my scrawny ass can pick you up if I wanted too?"
[00:33] Maria Malibu huffs, placing a sassy hand on her hip and chuckling lightly.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:33] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Look...everyone can pick me up.
[00:33] Maria Malibu thinks, "It seems to me like you're asking to be picked up, the way you're talking about."
[00:33] Maria Malibu ponders, "This a secret thing of yours? That you secretely really like but don't tell anyone?"
[00:34] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Well, in my defense, you are asking about it a lot as well.
[00:34] Maria Malibu teases Kateto, all the while combing their hair and searching for any fleas!(she would hope there weren't any!)
(Maria Malibu)


[00:34] Maria Malibu says, "...."
[00:34] Maria Malibu thinks, "That is true."
[00:34] Maria Malibu thinks, "Point taken."
[00:34] Maria Malibu ahems.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:35] Maria Malibu thinks, "I used to do this for Lavenza. I combed their hair alot. I hope you don't mind."
[00:35] Maria Malibu thinks, "Looked a little...scruffy."
[00:35] The cat is free of fleas, though their ears twitch as the Malibu combs through their hair. Pouting as if an indignant child.
(Kateto Espero)


[00:35] Another fight the Drak partakes in, a dance that was likely just that.. A dance. The Tyrann used their flames quite well, along with the swift movement and evasive tactics.

It was much the same as the first tyrann that marched across the lands, spewing their flames all over the place without any troubles. And yet this one had some flaws.. Still in development.

His eyes narrowed down on them slightly, grinning at the fact of what they could become in the near future. Despite them being the hunted in the eyes of Zen, they still could serve a purpose for a time being.

"Fine then.. I won't hunt you just yet." As perhaps the time wasn't ripe; not yet.

When the fight was nearing its conclusion, the shadows utilized chants with the faint eerie whispers that were indecipherable. A stare, a long one as the beast was repelled back by the gravitational effects sweeping them off their feet.

Nothing was mentioned, nothing was said.. Butone tap of the staff brings the fight to a close.. As suddenly the whispers hushed, almost as if knowing its place.

Silence; suspense.. And then the rushing of shadows that came bellow, climbing up the large form of the tyrann. As it was the brink of night, that's where the shadows thrived... A guest that likely intruded their way inside the mind, gifting the Tyrann something that could further bring them towards newer heights.

Eyes glanced over at Aricles shortly afterwards. A simple nod offered their way. From the looks of it? The Mugen was opting to make an exit left.
(Zen Mugen)


[00:35] Maria Malibu says, "Hmhm."
[00:36] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, O-oh, um, yes I don't mind. Don't worry.
[00:36] Maria Malibu chuckles, finally releasing the cat of their scruff.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:36] Maria Malibu thinks, "I think we're gonna be good friends, Kateto."
[00:36] The cat drops around a foot as they're let go. Scratching behind their ears for a moment, but trying to be careful not to mess up the combing of the hair which just took place. They gave a nod to Maria with a smile.
(Kateto Espero)


[00:36] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I'm glad we can be friends, Maria.
[00:37] Maria Malibu winks. Gesturing a soft smile toward Kateto as well.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:37] Maria Malibu thinks, "Me too, Kat."
[00:37] Maria Malibu thinks, "Maybe in two years we can get that drink without old Aricles bothering us."
[00:37] Maria Malibu pouts.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:38] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Heheheh, well surely it wouldn't take that long to get out of his sight.
[00:38] Maria Malibu thinks, "I can see why Lav liked him..."
[00:38] Maria Malibu thinks, "They're both so darn reckless..."
[00:38] Maria Malibu thinks, "But I guess that boldness rubbed off on me a bit."
[00:38] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Aye...Aricles really is a good friend as well. Caring and loyal.
[00:39] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, One of the reasons I live in Nilhirra now. He's kept me safe throughout the years. Almost like a father to me.
[00:39] Maria Malibu thinks, "He did the same for Lav. And...for me, nowadays."
[00:40] Maria Malibu thinks, "He's been through a lot. I don't blame him at all. I'm just...glad he's alive now and okay."
[00:40] Maria Malibu ponders, "You live in Nilhirra? I haven't been home in a while, but that makes us neighbors, you know?"
[00:40] Maria Malibu thinks, "Come visit sometime."
[00:40] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Yes...we had a close call recently, but luckily despite his rashness, he's got a good head on his shoulders.
[00:41] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Oh and of course! You can come visit me as well. I've recently been adopted by Tate, so I live with her.
[00:41] Maria Malibu thinks, "I've be happy too."
[00:41] Maria Malibu thinks, "My brother Levius told me that I should...be more open to others."
[00:41] Maria Malibu thinks, "It's hard, being mute. Unable to express yourself."
[00:42] Maria Malibu thinks, "But I want to try and be the person he wanted me to be."
[00:42] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I can imagine...sign language is not a common thing for people to learn.
[00:42] Maria Malibu thinks, "I have been through a lot lately. I am sure you have too. But...I am still living for those we have lost, and those we can still protect."
[00:42] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I think you're doing great so far, Maria. He'd be proud of you.
[00:42] Maria Malibu thinks, "No. I met a few in Frontier who knew it. But...it's still not the most optimal way too communicate."
[00:42] Maria Malibu exclaims, "!!!"
[00:42] Maria Malibu shrugs.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:42] Maria Malibu thinks, "I try my best..."
[00:43] Maria Malibu thinks, "Thank you. You're doing great too, Kateto. Especially with what you have been through as well. I know Lavenza's passing was not easy on you either."
[00:43] It was annoying and difficult for the giant beast to chase down Zen though every time he got close the relentless assault of the beast was truly devastating.

Perhaps another terrible match up as the beast couldn't just beat and swing at his opponent endlessly for a secure victory. It was difficult to fight the invisible forces pulling and crushing the beast despite his unbreakable frame.

"HUNT...? ME?!?"

Even if Zen proved to be superior. The tyrann boiled with rage. How come this vile humanoid humiliate and disrespect him like this?! His ego was surely grazed though the conqueror decided to stay quiet.

It would be foolish to throw a tantrum and fight to the death right here and now. This kind of violence would be truly pointless.

Swallowing his pride he lets Zen leave as he looks over at the spectators.
(Shargus)


[00:44] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, In my opinion, your best is pretty good. And...yes, I've...done a lot of things I regret since Venza's passing. Only now am I crawling myself out of that hole I dug.
[00:48] Aricles watches on as the battle unfolds, sparing a brief look of sympathy, hidden beneath the helm, to Kateto, and then to Shargus.

I know how it feels, Shargus. When they just won't let you get close.

Once the fighting ends, he steps forward. Again. Hoping to dissuade any further fighting, and perhaps leave things on a more positive note. If possible.

"We've had our bout. As I said, Shargus is a gentleman. Might we leave things off here? I wish to speak with him.
If you're looking for beasts to hunt, speak with me after. I trim these woods."

(Aricles Alline)

[00:48] Zen Mugen says, "Ha."
[00:49] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[00:49] Maria Malibu thinks, "This asshole is getting on my nerves."
[00:49] Maria Malibu glares at Zen Mugen.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:49] Maria Malibu says, "Hngh..."
[00:49] Aricles Alline says, "A moment, Shargus? Away from the crowd. I've business."
[00:49] Maria Malibu looks at Aricles. She nods, as if saying that she had his back.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:49] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I get it. A lot of people get on my nerves when around combat...
[00:50] Maria Malibu thinks, "I need to train more, that's for sure."
[00:50] Zen Mugen glances at the Malibu, but wouldn't say anything of course.
(Zen Mugen)


[00:50] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I at the very least can help a bit.
[00:50] Zen Mugen exclaims, "Until next time!"
[00:50] Runt says, "Hi Shargus."
[00:50] Maria Malibu thinks, "Sure. I need to practice my gunslinging on alive target. The faster the better."
[00:51] Maria Malibu looks at Kateto and blinks.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:51] Maria Malibu thinks, "I'll be firing blanks, of course..."
[00:51] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, ...It is almost fate that I get shot at, isn't it?
[00:51] Maria Malibu thinks, "People do like shooting at cats..."
[00:52] Maria Malibu thinks, "Ah, but I can never shoot you. You're too cute for me to load live bullets on."
[00:52] Maria Malibu giggles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:52] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Why am I so shootable...
[00:52] Maria Malibu thinks, "You just have that...face too you."
[00:52] Maria Malibu thinks, "I don't know, i'm sorry."
[00:52] Maria Malibu chuckles, covering her mouth.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:52] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Ah, and thank you! I'm glad my looks help with something.
[00:53] Maria Malibu says, "Heh."
[00:53] Maria Malibu says, "Ah-..."
[00:53] Maria Malibu looks around, where did Aricles go?
(Maria Malibu)


[00:54] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Actually how powerful are you right now?
[00:54] Maria Malibu thinks, "Uh...my Transciever says I have the power level of 203...."
[00:54] Maria Malibu thinks, "But my skills in hand to hand combat with most magis is lacking. I am unsure of my magics."
[00:55] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I see...I'm 210 right now. And I haven't tested my magic too much.
[00:56] Maria Malibu thinks, "We can practice together then! I would like to experiment with my magics. I also...need to make better equipment."
[00:56] Maria Malibu sighs.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:56] Shargus says, "OF COURSE... WE MAY SPEAK IN PRIVATE."
[00:56] Maria Malibu thinks, "so much to do, so little time...."
[00:56] Shargus asks, "MAY MY FOLLOWER WAIT HERE HOWEVER?"
[00:56] Aricles Alline says, "Aye. Will be quick."
[00:56] Shargus says, "SHARGUS HAS AN ORDER."
[00:56] Kateto Espero says, "Oh! I can wait here if you need me."
[00:56] Shargus says, "VERY WELL."
[00:56] Maria Malibu blinks.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:57] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, And yes, I too am a crafter. Been trying to learn how to be an artisan.
[00:57] Maria Malibu thinks, "Oh? Then you'll be useful for my projects..."
[00:57] Maria Malibu taps her chin, nodding.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:58] The cat claps their hands together and smiles at Maria excitedly.
(Kateto Espero)


[00:58] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I can hope so!
[00:58] Maria Malibu ponders, "I want to make a rifle to honor Lavenza. And also upgrade my pistol that Levius gave me. Would you be willing to help?"
[01:00] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Of course I would love to help. My magic is actually in memory of Venza. I've been trying to learn to make my flowers into something I can add to my projects.
[01:00] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, And...well I named them in honor of them...Lavenza's Blossoms, I call them.
[01:00] Maria Malibu thinks, "Then we will add that to mine. Your help will be appreciated..."
[01:00] Maria Malibu thinks, "I have a name already, for my rifle."
[01:00] Maria Malibu thinks, "'Lavender Moon'"
[01:00] Maria Malibu ponders, "Fitting, no?"
[01:00] Maria Malibu giggles.
(Maria Malibu)


[01:00] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, That is. Quite artisticly sound as well. Love the imagery.
[01:01] Maria Malibu says, "Heh..."
[01:01] Maria Malibu ponders, "I should get going. Where are the others? They left?"
[01:01] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I believe Shargus and Aricles went to speak. I am meant to stay here for the moment though.
[01:02] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, Stay safe, alright, Maria?
[01:02] Maria Malibu thinks, "Of course. Likewise, Kateto."
[01:02] Maria Malibu thinks, "I'll be seeing you."
[01:02] Maria Malibu waves goodbye! And...
(Maria Malibu)


[01:02] Kateto Espero says in telepathy, I'll be seeing you as well. Doing my best to stay safe, but that's getting harder and harder...
[01:02] Maria Malibu gives one last pat! A scritch between the ears, for good measure.
(Maria Malibu)


[01:03] The cat accepts the pats with a smile. Giving a farewell nod to the Malibu.
(Kateto Espero)


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