19.3 Running with Xoco / freed

[01:43:02]
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[01:44:44] “Wish I could say the same.” The Witch began, looking down at the floral mess at her feet with her one remaining green eye. “Spent a lot of time locked away from sunlight, got out not too long ago, been itchin’ to get back into shape.” Her tone was envious, bitter too.

On the spot, her broom would begin to levitate, allowing the weary-witch to ease herself her rear back onto it. A few pained grunts would leave her lips, injuries not caused by the creature, but instead her previous captor- whomever that was. “Oyaotl, though most call me: ‘The White Witch’. Stuck like glue over in Valmasia, what’s left of it anyway.”

A short smile followed suit, gleeful in nature, as if she took pride in the destruction and chaos. Crow’s feet were emerging beneath her unbandaged eye, softening her expression all the more as she curiously began to eye the creature. “A pleasure, Oxo’moco.” Her speciality.
(Oyaotl)
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[01:45:36] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (There we go, game locked up)
[01:52:25] Tapping the chin of her mask, they'd keep their golden globes locked onto Oyaotl. Compared to some others they had fought, this one was fairly even for the time being. Perhaps in a bit of time, both would get into their prime shape once more!

Being sure to make note of their form and feel, they'd offer a curt nod. Things were going to change in the future, but for now, refinement and knowledge were desired.

"Words aren't great, still learning. Much better now than was at first. Should fix wounds before fighting. Or can shed them like I?"

Many humans had different abilities and they really had no idea what was and wasn't possible for them to do.
(Oxo'moco)
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[01:54:59] Lotlhuitl, the tall Cruxati runescribe with the blue-black hair, stepped into the arena. Hips swaying as she walked. Her stride purposeful. Lightly annoyed. Not at all unusual for the Nagual, but hey.

"Ajax." Lotlhuitl greeted the tall Nagual warrior without looking at him, instead shifting to lean against the walls of the Ezamaran arena. Oxo'moco was here. She was also, pointedly, not looking at the nature Kaor.

Her tail twitched, slowly swishing as she leaned against the wall. Equally slowly, she turned her gaze to the arena. To who Oxo'moco was facing. Oyaotl. Hm.

Raising her hand to her lips, the Nagual began to bite her nails, idly musing in her own thoughts. If Oxo'moco hadn't noticed her, well. Perhaps she'd just leave.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[01:58:24] The curt nod was returned in kind, her white-wide brimmed hat bobbing forward alongside her head. Slowly her broom would begin to carry her out of the arena’s centre, towards the stairs, remaining there as the white-witch replied in turn.

“Fufufufu,” she chortled happily, taking joy in the creature’s concern, even if it was not meant to seem as such. “I cannot shed them, but I wish I could do as you do- pull off my weakened limbs and allow new ones to sprout and grow.” Jealousy returned to her tone once again.

“Shall we return to Cruxati? I often saw you dwelling there, and besides, we should let the younger generation use the arena. Old sods like me aren’t fit for fightin’ anyway.”
(Oyaotl)
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[01:59:15] Oxo'moco says, "Hrm, lead way. Wandering for time to learn, not so much remain in these lands."
[02:00:06] Oxo'moco says, "We talk later, Lothhuitl."
[02:00:06] Lotlhuitl says, "... very well."
[02:33:23]
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[02:37:39] LOOC - Easel: (looks like you have a rifle on your back lmao
[02:37:39] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (Yeah?)
[02:37:39] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (funny that...)
[02:37:39] LOOC - Easel: (LOL
[02:38:30] LOOC - Easel: (that shit is loud af 1 sec
[02:38:30] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (oh aha..)
[02:38:30] LOOC - Easel: (better
[02:41:55] Lotlhuitl whispers: Hi...
[02:43:37] {Item} You drop Torch.
[02:44:28] {Item} You picked up Torch.Dropped by Lotlhuitl. .
[02:44:28] Easel was standing in the city square, minding his own business and watching what he considered interesting people do whatever they do. Suddenly though, a familiar voice is heard rather... close to him. He was by all accounts, jump scared out of his damned mind. Realizing who this was, he quickly pulled his hood over his head and his robe down. He wasn't going to let himself be ridiculed. Not this time.

"Hello there. How's everything?"

With a false bravado, Easel did what he could to control a situation that he thought could turn out badly.
(Easel)
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[02:55:34] Lotlhuitl blinked. Slowly.

The Nagual with the blue-black hair had sauntered right up to Easel, having spotted him from across the courtyard. Her gait was purposeful. Direct. As was the manner she had leant in, looming over him, to whisper in his ear a greeting.

The woman was silent a moment, her almond shaped, green eyes looking Easel up and down. Appraising him. Or.. perhaps thinking of an answer to his question. How was she?

"Hm," was the response Lotlhuitl offered, idly picking at the vines which appeared to be growing out of her wrists. The Nagual tugged at a leaf which had sprouted, pulling it from her flesh. The stem... bled.

"I'm not sure," she finally answered. "I am only familiar with my own affairs, and the affairs affecting Gehenna. How is everything?"
(Lotlhuitl)
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[02:56:25] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (sorry for takin ages, my brain melted a bit)
[02:56:25] LOOC - Easel: (dude, my brain melts more than a bit just existing. np haha
[02:58:59] "Well... usually when someone asks you how everything is, the question is pertaining to your own affairs. In uhm... other words, I want to know how you are... doing."

Easels paranoia of his own people had by no means disappeared since his family had been ridiculed and casted out of the mold. He would be kind to this Nagual, but by no means leave himself open to her jabs if they were thrown.

In light of all this though, he felt terrible for leaving his friend alone with her a few nights ago. He would do his best to learn to deal with interactions with his people. For her sake alone.
(Easel)
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[02:59:50] Xitlalli hands over a bundle of red coloured clothing to Ellenore.
(Xitlalli)
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[03:02:24] Xitlalli says, "Very good."
[03:02:24] Xitlalli says, "With the sun on your legs too."
[03:02:24] Xitlalli says, "You'll become less pale in time too."
[03:03:15] LOOC - Regulus: (About brain melt...
[03:03:15] Xitlalli asks, "You mean it can breathe?"
[03:03:15] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (haa ye?)
[03:03:15] Xitlalli says, "Nothing wrong with that."
[03:03:15] LOOC - Regulus: (I'm talking in 3 chats on 2 different languages now. And also listening to music.
[03:04:06] LOOC - Regulus: (And that continues already 8 hours
[03:04:06] Xitlalli asks, "What is more your style?"
[03:04:06] LOOC - Easel: (fixed my description btw, wrote it in npad but never actually pasted lmao
[03:04:57] Xitlalli says, "Mmm."
[03:06:40] LOOC - Regulus: (What the
[03:06:40] LOOC - Regulus: (What is this?
[03:06:40] Xitlalli says, "Let me think for a moment..."
[03:06:40] "Oh," Lotlhuitl had breathed, staring at Easel as she picked at the plant life growing from her wrists. The stems continued to dot with blood, before withering. Somehow, there was always a leaf sprouting, no matter how much picking the Nagual runescribe did.

"I am a mixture of good and bad, as I suppose all people are."

The woman held a leaf up, her green gaze shifting from Easel to inspect it before letting it flutter to the ground. There.. were quite a few leaves now at her feet, littering the courtyard, which had not blown in from the jungle but which had sprouted from her own wrists.

"Are you Cruxati?" Lotlhuitl inquired, stepping closer to Easel. Apparently, the Nagual with the blue-black hair had little concept of the ideas of personal space or a personal bubble... at least, when she was wanting to look at something or someone.

Her gaze tracked up and down his form, trying to get a good look at him. "Why do you wear a hood?" She asked, either unaware of how probing her questions were, or uncaring.


(Lotlhuitl)
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[03:12:38] Xitlalli says, "Much better."
[03:13:29] A being whom produced plant life through their skin? Interesting. Easel would even ask about it... if this lady was not as close as she was. He had no good experiences with Nagual who wanted to get closer to him. He turned his face away towards the wall, and began playing with the tips of his wild hair.

"I'm... Easel. That's it. Nothing more, nothing less."

Perhaps if Easel moved towards to what he believed to be Lotlhuitl's sense of reality, she would understand him easier.

He would then go to explain what he thought was a simple idea.

"You know... not everyone wants to have someone so close to them..."

"In regards to the hood question... well, It can be rather cold sometimes."

He would say this merely to dodge the question. It could be seen as rather obvious by one perceptive enough.

(Easel)
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[03:14:20] Xitlalli says, "Hmm, let me think what will work."
[03:14:20] Ellenore whispers something.
[03:14:20] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:14:20] Ellenore whispers something.
[03:15:12] LOOC - Regulus: (Xitlalli, then maybe any spear sprite?
[03:15:12] LOOC - Xitlalli: (drop torso item)
[03:15:12] LOOC - Xitlalli: (jacket)
[03:16:03] LOOC - Regulus: (I want a cool spear. That one is cool, but not cool enough.
[03:16:03] Xitlalli says, "Hmm..."
[03:16:03] Xitlalli says, "Get rid of the bracers."
[03:16:03] Xitlalli exclaims, "Doesn't suit the dress!"
[03:16:03] LOOC - Regulus: (So, you have any spears, Xitlalli?
[03:16:03] LOOC - Xitlalli: (no)
[03:16:54] Regulus exclaims, "Ellenore, you look cool!"
[03:16:54] LOOC - Xitlalli: (wear shorts with it)
[03:16:54] LOOC - Regulus: (Egh
[03:16:54] LOOC - Easel: (if i dont respond quick enough, i'm helping my dear mother with something so brb, go ahead and post
[03:16:54] LOOC - Xitlalli: (oh)
[03:16:54] LOOC - Xitlalli: (its not the fixed dmi hm)
[03:17:45] LOOC - Xitlalli: (wait nvm, that one is modified to be used without shorts)
[03:18:36] LOOC - Xitlalli: (take shorts off)
[03:18:36] LOOC - Xitlalli: (unless you want the other dmi)
[03:18:36] LOOC - Xitlalli: (k drop rq)
[03:19:28] LOOC - Xitlalli: (done)
[03:19:28] LOOC - Xitlalli: (take shirt off)
[03:19:28] LOOC - Xitlalli: (aka gi)
[03:19:28] LOOC - Xitlalli: (oh)
[03:19:28] LOOC - Xitlalli: (weird)
[03:19:28] LOOC - Easel: (k back
[03:19:28] LOOC - Easel: (mb
[03:19:28] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (wow.. that dress aha..)
[03:20:19] LOOC - Xitlalli: (ye just use this one)
[03:20:19] LOOC - Xitlalli: (its been fixed)
[03:20:19] Xitlalli asks, "Well?"
[03:21:10] Xitlalli exclaims, "Looks much brighter than before!"
[03:21:10] LOOC - Regulus: (Ellenore is readying for a date, or somth?:D
[03:21:10] LOOC - Regulus: (Sorry, difficult word
[03:21:10] Xitlalli says, "Great! Less miserable! A big improvement."
[03:21:10] LOOC - Regulus: (Hmm... Maybe i should change my clothes too?..
[03:22:01] Xitlalli exclaims, "Mhm!"
[03:22:01] LOOC - Xitlalli: (idk i like my outfit, best one i've drummed up in a while)
[03:22:01] Regulus says, "-Looks at the bush-"
[03:22:52] LOOC - Xitlalli: (just had to recolour delta legs and bam fits what i was aiming for)
[03:22:52] Regulus says, "-Looks harder-"
[03:22:52] Xitlalli taps her chin for a moment, lost in thought.
(Xitlalli)
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[03:22:52] Regulus says, "-fuck-"
[03:23:44] Xitlalli says, "Yes."
[03:23:44] Regulus says, "-falls back, stunned by a bush-"
[03:24:35] Xitlalli exclaims, "Should attempt to join one of the tribes!"
[03:24:35] Xitlalli says, "Cruxati is your best bet."
[03:24:35] Xitlalli says, "Maybe Zahhual might teach another outsider in due time."
[03:25:26] If one inspected the plants growing from her wrists and ankles, one would see that they appeared to be a circle, or perhaps a cuff, of green vines. Each possessed a root structure that spread out following her mana circuits, leaving a dark pattern beneath her skin. It did not look particularly comfortable. The skin was red and raised, with obvious scratch marks at all four of these.

As if demonstrating that point, Lotlhuitl scratched idly at her left wrist, not moving away and yet.. not pursuing as Easel turned his face towards the wall.

"Easel." She repeated, ears twitching ever so slightly as she continued to regard him. Not everyone wants to have someone so close to them? Without skipping a beat, Lotlhuitl replied, "I know." Either she didn't think Easel was referring to himself not wanting her near him, or she was purposefully pointing out that she didn't care. Either way, the woman didn't seem to be leaving him alone.

"Cold?" She tilted her head, before looking down at herself. She was... not wearing a lot of clothing. "In the jungle?" The Nagual thrust a hip out as she regarded Easel, and the various pilfered jewellery that hung over her willowy form clinked and caught the sunlight.

"Hm," Lotlhuitl said, her tail twitching once, twice, before she could resist no longer, and leant in to his personal space and attempted to knock Easel's hood off. "I want to see your face."
(Lotlhuitl)
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[03:25:26] JaDrako Kumo says, "Cruxati is the best tribe."
[03:26:17] LOOC - Easel: (mb shit goin on irl but im back
[03:26:17] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (nw)
[03:26:17] LOOC - Easel: (oh god this rp god bless
[03:26:17] LOOC - Regulus: (Too much gold...
[03:27:08] Xitlalli asks, "Why are you labelling the tribes as lame?"
[03:27:08] JaDrako Kumo says, "No they dont."
[03:27:08] Xitlalli says, "Yes."
[03:27:08] JaDrako Kumo says, "Ya hair's fine."
[03:28:00] JaDrako Kumo says, "I'm cruxati but i go where ever i please."
[03:30:33] JaDrako Kumo asks, "What?"
[03:33:07] Xitlalli says, "Mmm. Well, what next Ellenore."
[03:34:49] Xitlalli says, "Your best bet, Ellenore is to become one with Cruxati."
[03:34:49] "She knew? How much more direct do I have to be?!" Easel thought. As she closed in on his failure of reasoning for his hood, he began panicking.

The worst thing though, is that because he was looking away from her, her quick approach to knock his hood off was well timed, and worked.

As his hood fell back, it that moment felt like an eternity for Easel. Flashbacks to being bullied and thrown around by his own people came to light. He hated every second of him seeing his mother and father miserable in those same flashbacks. The further the hood came down, the more vicious his face would become. Lotlhuitl would see Easels torn and cut ears, along with his green eyes.

"I told you that some people don't want you so close! What part of that did you not get!? You're supposed to ask before touching someone!"

With every angered word he spoke, markings of solid darkness slowly started struggling to crest over the sides of his face.
(Easel)
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[03:38:14] LOOC - Xitlalli: (Cruxati becomes fashion tribe of gehenna oops)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (what you mean, oops...)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (ive been doing heaps of fashion RP)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (its intentional)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Easel: (its good too
[03:39:05] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (gonna get a patreon, apply for a fashion hidden)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (be great)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Xitlalli: (OYAOTL DEFECTING TO CRUXATI EVERY1)
[03:39:05] LOOC - Xitlalli: (SPREED DA WERD)
[03:39:56] Ellenore says, "Well..."
[03:39:56] Ellenore says, "I think I have.."
[03:39:56] Ellenore says, "Shed the skin"
[03:39:56] LOOC - Oyaotl: { WHAT?
[03:39:56] Oxo'moco whispers something.
[03:39:56] Xitlalli asks, "For the most part yes, feels good, no?"
[03:39:56] Oyaotl whispers something.
[03:39:56] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (lol)
[03:40:48] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (About to log tbh)
[03:40:48] Ellenore says, "I don't know yet.."
[03:40:48] Oyaotl whispers something.
[03:40:48] Ellenore says, "Im used to feeling, blended in to the backround so."
[03:40:48] Oxo'moco whispers something.
[03:40:48] LOOC - Oyaotl: { fuck u mean
[03:40:48] LOOC - Oyaotl: { b
[03:40:48] LOOC - Oyaotl: { oya is crux
[03:40:48] LOOC - Xitlalli: (o hgod da pingz)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Regulus: (So can you change it?
[03:41:39] LOOC - Xitlalli: (see, told you)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Xitlalli: (they defected)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (I should start doing events already)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Xitlalli: (evidence granted by OYAOTL)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Because if your not doing deadly events on a yokai, you doing it wrong)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Xitlalli: (the god's aide)
[03:41:39] LOOC - Oyaotl: { Defect for Lust-poon.
[03:41:39] LOOC - Oyaotl: { Yeah events r fun af.
[03:41:39] LOOC - Oyaotl: { Return nature's bounty
[03:41:39] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (?)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (If people ask me ic, I would likely join if I dont hate them)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Regulus: (Chaaange pls. Black jacket in the capes.
[03:42:30] LOOC - Regulus: (Thx
[03:42:30] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Just need links/days)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Regulus: (A lot
[03:42:30] LOOC - Xitlalli: (sadly oyaotl has no sway over me)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Xitlalli: (0 corruption here)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Xitlalli: (i'm pure and chaste)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (But can she put the sway in you?)
[03:42:30] LOOC - Xitlalli: (unbreakable)
[03:43:21] Ellenore nervously looks at themselves, feeling exposed
(Ellenore)
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[03:43:21] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Anyways, gonna poof now)
[03:43:21] LOOC - Gossamer: (hi
[03:43:21] Xitlalli blinks a few times! "Ah, relax, everything will go just fine!"
(Xitlalli)
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[03:43:21] LOOC - Gossamer: (It's Asha)
[03:43:21] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Gum shoe it is)
[03:44:12] Ellenore says, "So, is there some type of uh."
[03:44:12] * You have been awarded 3 Roleplay Points! *
[03:44:12] Your combat experience has grown! (1 BL Gained)
[03:44:12] LOOC - Regulus: (It'll do
[03:44:12] Ellenore asks, "Process to joining?"
[03:44:12] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Ngl, was sad to see I could only pick age 60 on yokai when making)
[03:44:12] Xitlalli says, "You'll need to convert, I believe."
[03:44:12] LOOC - Gossamer: (I ahelped
[03:44:12] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (For max)
[03:44:12] LOOC - Gossamer: (to get set to 100
[03:45:04] Xitlalli says, "You'll need to ask either the current leader or one of their warchiefs, least that's how it worked in Ezmara."
[03:45:04] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Was going to throw out a bs number like 333 or somethinng)
[03:45:04] LOOC - Gossamer: (666
[03:45:04] Ellenore says, "Er..."
[03:45:04] LOOC - Oxo'moco: (Shocked you didnt make sex joke)
[03:45:04] Ellenore asks, "And this outfit would help?"
[03:45:04] Xitlalli says, "I think here, it's just the chieftess you'll need to ask and."
[03:45:55] Xitlalli says, "Well least you don't look depressing. So it should help a bit better."
[03:45:55] JaDrako Kumo whispers something.
[03:45:55] Xitlalli says, "Just mention your talents and I'm positive they'll have use for you and a place for you."
[03:45:55] LOOC - JaDrako Kumo: (I thought u were gunna join so i invited u
[03:45:55] Ellenore says, "Well, I guess ill be unofficially apart of it then."
[03:45:55] LOOC - Gossamer: (JaDrako should get
[03:45:55] LOOC - Gossamer: (uh
[03:45:55] LOOC - Gossamer: (Fairy aura
[03:46:46] Ellenore asks, "For now..?"
[03:46:46] LOOC - JaDrako Kumo: ( Turn it on
[03:46:46] Xitlalli says, "Yes, just hang around here. Can't go wrong that way."
[03:46:46] Xitlalli says, "There's also another, Kalisha. I'll have to introduce you to her sometime."
[03:46:46] Xitlalli says, "She was in a similiar situation to yourself."
[03:47:37] LOOC - JaDrako Kumo: (yea
[03:47:37] Ellenore asks, "You mean like everyone you know potentially dying?"
[03:47:37] Xitlalli says, "I'd prefer if you didn't steep to negativity so quickly."
[03:48:28] LOOC - JaDrako Kumo: I need my staff back!)
[03:48:28] Ellenore exclaims, "Oh right!"
[03:48:28] Lotlhuitl blinked, visibly surprised by Easel's reaction. The woman looked at her fellow Nagual in silence, gaze tracking the darkness which tracked over his skin. "I..." she breathed, hand moving back to her hips.

She visibly didn't understand. Heck, the only way she could have looked more confused is if a thought bubble had popped up above her head and question marks had sprung forth from it. That obviously didn't happen. Lotlhuitl just tilted her head, ears twitching, as she looked to Easel.

"Nobody has ever told me no, before." She said, surprised. "I.. I thought.." She had thought that she was the only one who didn't like to be touched. She hated it. Made her feel weak. For some reason, the idea that someone else might have feelings or thoughts on this matter was absolutely novel to her. Suspiciously so. She suspected the Nagual was lying. Perhaps he was hiding something in his pockets that he didn't want her to find...?

Her gaze tracked over his torn ears, the vicious expression at his face. There was no hint of pity, nor any sign of mockery about the Nagual with the blue-black hair.

After all, she assumed Easel had gained his injuries in battle. Why would she assume that some sort of gang of Nagual had attacked Easel and his family?

"I thought you were a Nagual," she remarked, pulling another leaf from her wrist and letting it flutter to the ground. "There's no need to be ashamed of your battle scars, friend Easel."

And then, with obvious curiosity, she blatantly reached over, intending to pat the lad down and see if he had anything hidden on his person.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[03:49:20] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:49:20] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:49:20] Ellenore asks, "H-..?"
[03:49:20] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:49:20] Ellenore whispers something.
[03:49:20] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:50:11] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:50:11] Ellenore whispers something.
[03:50:11] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (sorrry Eaaasel)
[03:50:11] LOOC - Easel: (no dont be i love this shit
[03:50:11] LOOC - Easel: (are you kidding me
[03:50:11] LOOC - Easel: (this is great
[03:50:11] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:51:02] Ellenore says, "One thing Ive noticed.."
[03:51:02] Ellenore says, "Is uh...well my hair and eye color seems to stand out."
[03:51:02] Ellenore says, "Though, I am wearing contacts."
[03:51:53] Xitlalli says, "Ah, yes, well."
[03:51:53] Xitlalli says, "Try not to worry about that."
[03:51:53] Ellenore removes her contacts carefully and slowly, revealing forest green eyes, putting on some nerdy looking glasses
(Ellenore)
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[03:52:44] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (nice..)
[03:52:44] Xitlalli says, "Just the hair colour, but, you shouldn't worry about it."
[03:52:44] Ellenore says, "I usually avoid the glasses since uh."
[03:53:36] Ellenore says, "Well, in school I was made fun of quite a lot."
[03:53:36] Ellenore says, "For wearing them/."
[03:53:36] Ellenore says, "'four eyes'"
[03:54:27] Xitlalli says, "Mm, noted. Well, like I said, consider my words. May help you out a bit."
[03:54:27] Xitlalli says, "Not sure what else I can currently do for you."
[03:54:27] Ellenore asks, "Well, with or without glasses?"
[03:54:27] Ellenore asks, "What do you think looks cooler?"
[03:54:27] Xitlalli says, "With. Makes you stand out a bit more."
[03:55:18] Ellenore exclaims, "W-well...alright!"
[03:55:18] Ellenore says, "Hopefully in the good way."
[03:55:18] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:55:18] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:56:09] Xitlalli whispers something.
[03:56:09] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (brb)
[03:56:09] Ellenore says, "Alright...well I appreciate this."
[03:56:09] Xitlalli turns upon the spot, nodding a few times at Ellenore, before making her way towards the temple.
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[03:56:09] Xitlalli says, "Mhm, I'll see you tomorrow."
[03:56:09] Ellenore says, "I suppose, in a small way you helped."
[03:57:00] Ellenore says, "Meet again later then."
[04:00:25] Easel would rebound her hand with his wrist, not aggressively with the intent to hurt her, just barely aggressively enough to stop her from patting him down. He would however, respond rather venomously at her remark.

"I am a Nagual, but these scars and rips aren't from battle. They are there because I do NOT fight. I... no... we, were ridiculed and beaten by our own people because we were neutral to everything. Because we cared not for battle. We didn't fit the mold and were punished for it. Now, I hold permanent relics of those times on my own head. THIS, is why I'm ashamed."

"Get away from me. I will talk to you all you like, but I refuse to tolerate the touch of the same people who plagued my family! Remember, I am Nagual, but I am not one of you. I have a tail, but I am not one of you."

He then settles down into a rather deep depression. His shoulder fall and his eyes droop. He looks down at the ground, as the darkness retracts back into him.

"I have ears... but I am not one of you."

Easel could not believe he allowed himself to have this outburst in the middle of the city. He considered leaving now, to spare himself of the embarrassment.
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[04:02:08] LOOC - Easel: (supposed to be "I have your ears...", not "I have ears..." Rip
[04:03:50] Easel would add, after a few seconds of his speech...

"They even cut my ears to make that fact clear. Cut them so deep that they could never heal. Gouged them so deep that they could never reform. They even kept them on my head as a symbol of humiliation..."
(Easel)
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[04:29:26] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (i'm so sorry!!)
[04:30:17] LOOC - Easel: (its all good
[04:30:17] LOOC - Easel: (gunna have to wrap it up soon though, i gotta work tomorrow :p
[04:30:17] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (Sure sure
[04:30:17] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (add me on discord if you use it
[04:30:17] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (i'm phoenixdoll#1102
[04:30:17] LOOC - Easel: (certainly. 1 sec
[04:31:08] LOOC - Easel: (sent
[04:32:51] LOOC - Dmex: (-also brb)
[04:32:51] LOOC - Dmex: (i'll be back in a bit to probably get dotted at, lotl)
[04:32:51] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (okiedokes)
[04:32:51] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: :3)
[04:38:49] LOOC - Dmex: (i live)
[04:39:40] Lotlhuitl listened, letting Easel shout it out. Her expression initially neutral, if slightly surprised, but the smallest glimmer of sympathy did eventually register.

"I.. very well."

It would not be becoming of her to push this issue.

"I understand what it is like to be shamed, Easel. I apologise, I didn't-" Man. She really just didn't get other people. Lotlhuitl frowned, plainly uncertain of what exactly would be the right thing to say. "It is plain that these scars cause you shame, Easel. But.. it is not honourable to attack the defenceless. Your wounds, healed as they may be, they only reflect poorly on your attackers."

Awkward, the Nagual with the blue-black hair had tapped her fingertips together, shifting as her conscience (usually silent) did give her the slightest pang of guilt. She wasn't entirely without pity.

"You could seek vengeance." Lotlhuitl suggested, doing her best tohelp the poor fellow out. "I could help you.. or.."

Dmex.

The hair at the nape of her neck tingled, and the jewellery clad Nagual pivoted dramatically. The gold and silver caught the sunlight as she spun, amulets clinking together. Notably, one which resembled the sun sat at the hollow of her neck.

"... or you could pray to the Great Spirit, Dmex." Lotlhuitl gestured to the feminine figure across the courtyard, with white hair and wearing the mithril mask. "Where Ixchel has failed you, she could save you, Easel."
(Lotlhuitl)
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[04:39:40] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (my internet is bein butts)
[04:39:40] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (.. did my post work
[04:39:40] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (D:)
[04:39:40] LOOC - Dmex: (it did here, at least)
[04:39:40] LOOC - Easel: (ye it worked
[04:39:40] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (aaaaa.
[04:39:40] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (ok
[04:40:32] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (phew. It didn't show on my end)
[04:40:32] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: ( was almost gonna screm)
[04:40:32] LOOC - Easel: (haha
[04:41:23] LOOC - Easel: (yo wtf
[04:41:23] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (wot?)
[04:42:14] LOOC - Easel: (that was odd
[04:42:14] Dmex drifts into Cruxati square, letting her cloak flutter behind her with some very fancy looking trails of gold and blue dust drifting about the air.

She doesn't exactly say anything yet, though - just wanted to make her introduction in some suitably flowery way.
(Dmex)
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[04:42:14] LOOC - Easel: (got like, a heavy ass hiccup in latency
[04:42:14] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (hah wow)
[04:42:14] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (yeah happens sometimes)
[04:42:14] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (I live in aus)
[04:42:14] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (My life is latency)
[04:42:14] LOOC - Easel: (lmfao word
[04:47:21] harvest
(Buttswana)
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[04:49:55] Easel had now calmed down, but because of his sudden outburst, he had been left very depressed. His life after his parents died consisted of him holding these feelings back, and simply avoiding his people where they were.

Perhaps this someone freshly attained occult magic that sprung into him from nowhere was leaving its mark on him.

"I seek nothing but solitude now. Vengeance won't work. Those Nargual are already dead. Unfortunately... not by my hand. They were cut from the same savage cloth that they all are. The ones who rush prematurely to their own deaths."

Dmex? Who is this feminine figure? No matter, Easel wished for nothing more than to go away. He was far too embarrassed for anything more. But it would be rather unkind to completely dismiss this person.

"Hello... It's nice to meet you. I am Easel. I am rather exhausted now, so unfortunately I cannot hold long of a conversation."


(Easel)
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[04:51:37] Lotlhuitl says, "Great Spirit. I fought in your name in Avalon. "
[04:51:37] LOOC - Easel: (gotta relog 1 sec
[04:51:37] Lotlhuitl neglected to mention that she had done very, very poorly...
(Lotlhuitl)
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[04:51:37] Dmex asks, "Oh. Did you?"
[04:51:37] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes. The city fell."
[04:51:37] Dmex says, "I'm impressed. Very impressed."
[04:52:28] Dmex says, "You did well, Lotlhuitl."
[04:52:28] Lotlhuitl says, "Thank you, Mighty Dmex."
[04:52:28] LOOC - Easel: (anyone say anything to Easel while i relogged?
[04:52:28] Lotlhuitl says, "This is.. Easel. I upset him. Something about Nagual tearing his ears. Hurting him."
[04:52:28] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (nope)
[04:53:20] Lotlhuitl says, "I did not do such, but.. I understand, I suppose, not wanting to be touched. I.. suppose."
[04:53:20] Dmex says, "...I can understand this, as well."
[04:54:11] Lotlhuitl nodded, looking most serious.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[04:54:11] Easel would hear these words, but simply be staring in a direction. Rarely blinking.
(Easel)
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[04:55:02] Dmex says, "Contact was a mistake."
[04:55:02] Lotlhuitl says, "... yes, I see that now. I wanted to see his face."
[04:55:02] Dmex says, "...I didn't mean this specific instance."
[04:55:02] Dmex says, "The concept of contact was a mistake."
[04:55:02] Lotlhuitl says, "I will merely tell people to remove their clothing in the -- "
[04:55:02] Lotlhuitl asks, "Oh?"
[04:55:53] Lotlhuitl says, "Hm."
[04:55:53] Lotlhuitl asks, "You.. you can get rid of that?"
[04:55:53] Dmex says, "I wonder if I could."
[04:55:53] Dmex says, "...Not from here."
[04:55:53] Lotlhuitl asks, "From the Spiritual Realms?"
[04:55:53] Dmex says, "Possibly."
[04:56:44] Dmex says, "Or... somewhere else entirely, even."
[04:56:44] Easel would slowly turn his head to Dmex and Lotlhuitl.

"If I am not needed, I will make my way home. Whatever it is you two are a part of, you do not want me in it. I am corrupted. No good comes from me."
(Easel)
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[04:56:44] Lotlhuitl says, "..."
[04:58:27] Easel would go to leave, unless stopped.
(Easel)
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[04:58:27] Dmex says, "I understand."
[04:58:27] Lotlhuitl says, "Very well. Farewell."
[04:58:27] Easel says, "It was uhm..."
[04:58:27] Easel says, "It was not your fault"
[04:58:27] Easel says, "What happened, It was not your fault"
[04:58:27] Lotlhuitl asks, "... to me?"
[04:58:27] Lotlhuitl blinked, looking surprised.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[04:58:27] Easel says, "Yes"
[04:58:27] Lotlhuitl says, "How do you know about that.."
[04:59:18] Easel begins leaving.
(Easel)
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[04:59:18] Lotlhuitl looked vaguely panicked.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[04:59:18] Lotlhuitl says, "... I.. I didn't tell him.."
[04:59:18] Dmex whispers: ...Know about what, Lotlhuitl?
[04:59:18] Lotlhuitl swallowed.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[05:00:09] Lotlhuitl says, "Haaah.. <looong exhale, looking increadibly awkward. Heck, perspiration dotted her forehead. >"
[05:00:09] Lotlhuitl says, "Mighty Dmex, I.."
[05:01:00] Dmex whispers: You...?
[05:02:43] Lotlhuitl whispers: a creature did something to me.
[05:02:43] Lotlhuitl whispers: A demon.
[05:02:43] Lotlhuitl whispers: I am dishonoured.
[05:03:34] Lotlhuitl whispers: It defeated me, in combat, and.. did.. things. I could not stop it.
[05:03:34] Lotlhuitl whispers: Claimed me, as its..
[05:03:34] Lotlhuitl whispers: ... pet.
[05:04:25] Dmex whispers: ...Name. Appearance. Skills.
[05:05:16] Lotlhuitl whispers: I know not its name. It.. merely forced me to call it master. It.. I couldn't..
[05:21:29] Lotlhuitl's eyes had notably taken on a distant quality: the youthful Nagual staring into the middle distance... but notably looking away from Dmex. Her fists were clenched. Clenched so tight that her knuckles went white. So tight that her claw-like fingernails dug into the palms of her hand, breaking skin. The skin there had been broken before. Recently. Plainly, this was a tic that the Nagual was making a habit of, along with quite possibly scratching at the vines which entwined her wrists and ankles.. growing out from beneath her skin.

Her lips parted as she exhaled, doing her best to suppress the memories of vines twisting around her form. To forget the humiliation dealt. To forget that she had been forced to kneel.

Finally, she explained. Her voice low, but no longer a whisper.

"It's.. a plant demon. It's.. regularly around Cruxati. I had seen it before. It was speaking to the White Witch earlier today."

She shuddered.

"I stumbled upon it, out in the jungle. It humiliated me. Taunted me. It was vastly faster than me. I couldn't stop it. I thought I was going to die, and so I decided that my last moments would be on my feet. I faced it. And the humiliation it then rendered onto me was.. worse than I imagined."

A spark of electricity passed in front of her green eyes as she looked to Dmex, her expression tormented. Furious.

She could barely swallow that fury within her. Indeed, she didn't want to. She could feel her anger making her stronger. Feel the fire within her building that source of energy within her. Feel it resonating with that energy of Dmex's that she had breathed in and adopted into herself.

This was enough to tell the youthful Nagual that such emotions were pure. Her anger was pure.

"I vowed to slay whoever should dare to enslave me."

But suddenly, the woman's anger visibly faded.

"I was... I made a friend yesterday. Xoco. We spoke of you. He spoke highly of you, and.. yes.. well.." Lotlhuitl said, apparently on good enough terms with Xoconan to use his pet name. Plainly changing tack, she continued. "He was outraged. I did not ask for his help, but.. I'm now worried. What if my weakness deals him injury at the hands of this creature, Dmex? He.. seems to think that I need protecting. Wants to claim me for himself."

Lotlhuitl shuddered, raising her hands to cover her face. She wasn't crying. She was strong. Fearless.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[05:24:54] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (He spoke of you, not we.. though I guess we is also correct.. )
[05:26:36] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (oh wait I did write that. ahaha nvm)
[05:27:28] Silence.

A lot of information rolls through Dmex's mind, all at once, as she tries to put things in order to come up with a proper solution.

"A demon doesn't have any right to own someone, let alone someone who already belongs to me."

Was that supposed to be reassuring? The way Dmex says it doesn't help signal one way or the other.

"The demon will die. By my hand, or Xoconan's - he's competent, and something of a prodigy for his age. I wouldn't be particularly worried about him, if I were you."
(Dmex)
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[05:40:16] Lotlhuitl rubbed her face, wiping what (if she had been pressed) she would have been adamant weren't tears from her eyes. The Nagual blinked, regaining her usual perfect posture. She stood straight, shoulders back, and her chin held high.

"Thank you, Great Spirit. Truly." Her words were earnest, her expression deadly serious as she looked her mentor, her patron, her Goddess in the eyes. Or.. well. Where she felt Dmex's eyes would be if they were visible. There was a rising sense of awe from the woman, but also, something else. A longing. "Dmex, truly, you are so strong. A Goddess, who walks amongst us. I.. I can't put into words.."

She wanted Dmex's power.

Heck.. She wanted Xoconan's power.

The power to take that which she wanted, whether that be vengeance, or just someone's things. She wanted the power to shape the world around them. She wanted to be mighty.

And she wasn't.

The woman turned her face away from Dmex, tension in her jaw. She idly, unconsciously was picking at the vines at her wrists. A leaf had sprouted, and she toyed with it for a second before pulling it out. The stem snapped. It bled.

Lotlhuitl dropped the leaf.

"Please, Mighty Dmex. Might.. you teach me. Anything. I must know so little."
(Lotlhuitl)
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[05:44:32] * You have been awarded 3 Roleplay Points! *
[05:46:14] After a sharp nod, Dmex spun back around to face off towards the road leading towards Ezmara. Her head tilted to the side, voice aiming for the Nagual behind her.

"Come along, then. I'm willing to teach you more, some other form of magic to assist you."

She didn't seem particularly attached to the idea of giving any details, just yet, and was already off on her way.

Notably, she didn't exactly ask about this, just kind of... assuming that Lotlhuitl would be willing.
(Dmex)
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[05:47:56] Lotlhuitl followed. Her blind faith in the being she believed was a spirit greater than those of the Tenochitan led her to follow without question.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[05:47:56] Dmex says, "So. Let me ask, first."
[05:47:56] Dmex asks, "What else are you capable of? Blood, and...?"
[05:47:56] Lotlhuitl says, "Lighting, Great Spirit."
[05:47:56] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (Lightning!!****)
[05:48:48] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (omfg.. lighting..)
[05:48:48] Lotlhuitl says, "Lightning, Great Spirit. And.. I can make use of some of the blessings of my bloodline, passed down from Ixchel, from so long ago."
[05:48:48] LOOC - Dmex: (exorcist dev)
[05:48:48] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (haha)
[05:49:39] Lotlhuitl says, "Blood, and naturally, water."
[05:58:11] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (brb 1 sec)
[05:59:53] More nodding soon followed, and Dmex began to pace about the arena floor. As usual, every so often, a step she took landed her much further than it should.

Distance is a concept she's sort of... loosely connected to, in general.

"I would like to expand this, if you'd give me the chance. I'm not completely certain what would resonate best with you, but..."

An idea pops itself into her head, and she comes to a stop.

"The demon was powerful, wasn't he? Wouldn't it feel amazing to twist the thing that broke you to your heart's content?"
(Dmex)
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[06:11:50] Lotlhuitl watched Dmex with a wide-eyed gaze which, at this point in her life, was reserved exclusively for her. Indeed, somehow, next to Dmex, Lotlhuitl seemed much younger and naive. It was probably the obvious look of utter devotion, mingled with the undeniable longing. One tended to look young and foolish when one was engaged in acts of hero worship.

The Nagual with the blue-black hair had blinked, her eyelashes fluttering, as she seemed to regard the female figure before her with no small degree of, momentarily, confusion - the idea of wielding plant matter foreign to her. And then hunger. Oh, yes. She wanted this power. She wanted the creature to suffer. And not only that, she.. never wanted to ever fear another aspect of the natural world ever again.

"But how?"

Her voice was low, gaze hungry as she tracked Dmex around the room. Every time she thought she was beginning to understand the spirit's patterns, Dmex changed it up. But still, she watched.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[06:19:31] "Nature magic isn't something that only demons command."

For a moment, Dmex wished that it was something that she - too - had grasped, and taken as one of her talents. It would've made for a better demonstration tool.

"It might come... less naturally to you, but you'd still be capable of it with enough practice, focus, and time."

Dmex raised a single finger towards the Nagual, a sign that she needed a moment - not that it mattered much, because she immediately returned with a few flowers ripped from the ground just outside.

"It's worth experimenting with. I could imagine you taking command of it."
(Dmex)
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[06:35:44] Time.

The Nagual's tail had flicked at that, her impatience as obvious as the reality of her youth. She was twenty years old, sure. Distinctly a woman grown in body. But still inexperienced. Still green, in regards to many very important aspects of Agarthan life. Still impatient, and passionate to the point of hot headedness. She wanted to be strong and she wanted it NOW.

But still. She was respectful. And before Dmex, at least, she seemed to know when to keep her mouth shut. Lotlhuitl had remained silent and attentive as her patron had continued to speak. She really was listening! A small gasp of surprise rolled from parted lips as Dmex raised a finger and then suddenly was holding a handful of flowers. Lotlhuitl literally had blinked and missed the action.

"You can?" She breathed, finding a small amount of pleasure in Dmex offering the vaguest of compliments about her aptitude. Ah. If wordscould have been like a blanket, Lotlhuitl surely would have wrapped herself up in that statement. A flush of colour rose to her cheeks, ears perking up as she failed to hide the delight that she had felt at being noticed by her mentor. {Senpai noticed me.}

Lotlhuitl, not wanting to prove Dmex's faith misguided, had closed her eyes. Reaching out her magical senses to the flowers in her mythril and gold Goddess' hand. A frown tugged at her lips. It was.. all strange. Wrong. She could feel the water within the plant, of course. But the plant was not just water. It.. contained the tiniest amounts of mana, too. It's own simple mana circuits.

Lotlhuitl was familiar with mana-rich liquid, of course. But shaping that liquid was different: that was her blood, and her own mana. This was.. something else. Entirely external, with mana not at all her own.

With considerable effort, Lotlhuitl had given it a shot! The woman focused her emotions. Her anger. Her need. Her desire for power. That energy within her spiked: she could feel it! And doing her best under the strain of the spell, the Nagual had began to move.

She had an innate ability, when it came to shaping spells with not just her emotions.. but her body. The Nagual had never learnt magical words, never chanted, nothing like that. No, it was all instinctual. And it seemed that the largely self trained woman had moved to include dancing in the mix of her spell casting.

The Nagual swayed to the beat which thudded in her head, her own heartbeat. She rolled her body, raising her hands towards Dmex and the flowers within her hands. Her eyes fluttered open. Had she been successful?

Not.. exactly. The flowers Dmex held remained untouched and unscathed.

But the vines around Lotlhuitl's wrists and ankles? They had grown tiny flowers. They had started to bloom.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[06:45:07] "It's a start."

Dmex spoke sometime after Lotlhuitl's actions led to those vine-braces beginning to bloom, very matter-of-fact, not at all disappointed! Hopefully!

"The first step is - generally - the most difficult. I'm impressed you made it this far on the first real attempt, even."

After stepping closer towards Lotlhuitl, Dmex extended one of the flowers she'd gathered towards her, offering it in the palm of one hand.

Blue. More recognizable than most of the ones in the surrounding area.

"I want you to bring me this back when it's become something worth talking about. Can you do that for me, Lotlhuitl?"
(Dmex)
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[06:56:12] Why wasn't she speaking? Lotlhuitl's eyes had widened, her hands dropping to her sides as her shoulders visibly slumped. The young woman had visibly deflated, thinking Dmex was disappointed. It felt like an eternity, until Dmex spoke.

A start? Lotlhuitl perked up, ever so slightly. A start. She could work with that. No, more than a start. Dmex was impressed that she had made it this far! Lotlhuitl straightened, rubbing behind a fuzzy blue ear as she became embarrassed by her own giddy excitement. Was she so deprived for praise and affirmation that an acknowledgement of a mediocre result would affect her so?

Fuck. She was..

Lotlhuitl blinked. Slowly. Watching as Dmex approached. It always hurt her head to watch Dmex move. Made a kinda nauseous whining feeling begin to sing right at the back of her skull. There was something very wrong about the distances her mentor travelled. Either she didn't move when sheshould have, or she wasn't where the Nagual expected that she should be. Lotlhuitl dismissed this, of course, as further evidence of Dmex's divinity.. but truthfully, she really had no idea.

With a trembling hand, Lotlhuitl reached out to gasp one of the flowers Dmex had gathered and was now offering to her. Her fingertips (unless otherwise prevented) lightly brushed against Dmex's own hand perhaps unintentionally (but likely not) as she moved to accept the gift.

"I can do that. I will do that, Great Spirit."
(Lotlhuitl)
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[06:57:04] Ilene says, "I guess it's in use."
[06:57:04] Emneldas says, "I know a place "
[07:01:20] Dmex says, "...Thank you."
[07:01:20] Dmex says, "I'm off, in that case."
[07:01:20] Dmex says, "You have a goal, and tools to achieve it."
[07:01:20] Dmex says, "And someone to achieve it -for-."
[07:02:11] Lotlhuitl says, "Y-yes. Thank you, Great Dmex."
[07:03:02] Dmex says, "Good luck."
[07:03:02] Dmex says, "Time's grace."
[07:03:02] Lotlhuitl bows her head towards Dmex, waiting for her to exit.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[07:22:40] As his fist bump was met with a rather timid response, the male could only chuckle at how shy the smaller boy was being.

"Gahaha! Ey' y'don't goatta be so reserved round me'. I don't bite. Nice ta' meet'cha Clover. I was actually lookin' around for other folk that jus' got here."

He took a moment to size up Clover, although he was just seeing if he was fine and not starving or dirt-ridden like he was when had first arrived.

"Pretty impressive villages they got around ere'...Even heard a whole western colony got their ass beat and sent packin' earlier this year."
(Zoromon)
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[07:24:22] Zoromon says, "Whaddya' say? Want me to show y'round? Us new-folk goatta stick together."
[07:24:22] Lotlhuitl asks, "New folk...?"
[07:24:22] Lotlhuitl appears outta nowhere... out of a flash of lightning.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[07:24:22] Zoromon goes wide eyed at the shocking entrance.
(Zoromon)
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[07:25:13] Lotlhuitl is accompanied, a second later, by a terrific crack of thunder. KRAKHAWWW!!
(Lotlhuitl)
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[07:25:13] Zoromon exclaims, "Woah! What the he-...? Hello!"
[07:26:04] Clover was shocked by the display of thunder, he didn't need to see it in order to feel it.
(Genos Clover)
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[07:26:04] Lotlhuitl says, "... greetings.."
[07:26:56] Lotlhuitl asks, "Are you both new?"
[07:26:56] Lotlhuitl says, "Welcome."
[07:26:56] Genos Clover says, "..Yes, yes we are-"
[07:26:56] Genos Clover says, "Thank you."
[07:26:56] Zoromon says, "Yeah, fresh off a nice Sarradian boat...Probably scrapped fer' wood now."
[07:26:56] Lotlhuitl says, "I am Lotlhuitl. "
[07:27:47] Zoromon says, "I'm Zoromon, or jus' Zoro."
[07:27:47] Genos Clover says, "I am Clover, hello. "
[07:27:47] Lotlhuitl nodded once.. twice. Seemed to stare at both Genos and Zoromon a little more than what would, strictly speaking, be typically normal. Or comfortable.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[07:28:38] Lotlhuitl says, "Welcome to the territory of Tribe Cruxati."
[07:28:38] Zoromon says, "Glad ta' receive the hospitality ere'."
[07:28:38] Lotlhuitl asks, "Have you both come from the motherland?"
[07:28:38] Lotlhuitl gave both of them some more curious stares, unblinking.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[07:29:29] Lotlhuitl asks, "Or.. elsewhere?"
[07:29:29] Genos Clover says, "We came from the motherland, yes. "
[07:29:29] Lotlhuitl says, "Wow.."
[07:29:29] Zoromon says, "I'm from the jungle mainlands, hell of a journey gettin' ere'. Seas were tryin' ta' get us killed."
[07:29:29] Lotlhuitl seemed impressed! Though, she still didn't smile, or stop her staring.
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[07:30:20] Lotlhuitl asks, "Are you from the main tribes, or..?"
[07:30:20] Lotlhuitl says, "I'm not familiar with all of the tribes of Gehenna, just.. the three main ones here in Agartha. I.. I was born here. "
[07:31:12] Zoromon says, "Nah, ain't special nuff' myself. I lived close by the Lopotchtli tribe. "
[07:32:03] Zoromon says, "My parents were pretty much' jus' nomads."
[07:32:03] Lotlhuitl nodded once.
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[07:32:54] Lotlhuitl says, "Would you like me to show you around? "
[07:32:54] Zoromon says, "Was jus' about ta' show Genos ere' the laybout."
[07:32:54] Zoromon says, "But a local like yer'self probably knows lots more heh..."
[07:33:45] Genos Clover says, "Yeah, that would be nice. "
[07:33:45] Lotlhuitl nodded once more!
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[07:33:45] Lotlhuitl asks, "What will you give me to do so?"
[07:33:45] Lotlhuitl tilted her head, curious.
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[07:34:36] Zoromon rustles the back of his hair, thinking about it for a moment.
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[07:34:36] Zoromon says, "We ain't got much really since jus' gettin' ere'."
[07:35:28] Zoromon says, "Y'don't have to escort a buncha' new blood like us if y'don't want Lotlhuitl."
[07:35:28] Lotlhuitl says, "I don't mean money. Anyone can get coin.."
[07:35:28] Lotlhuitl asks, "I mean.. perhaps a story?"
[07:35:28] Genos Clover asks, "You want a...Story?"
[07:35:28] Lotlhuitl looked hopeful, her gaze seeming to appraise both of the newcomers with a certain.. intensity. She -really- wanted a story, it seemed.
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[07:36:19] Lotlhuitl says, "Uh-huh. Tales of the motherland.."
[07:36:19] Zoromon says, "Ey' I got plenty of those from the tribes I used ta' visit."
[07:36:19] Lotlhuitl says, "In exchange for tales of where not to get stabbed in the Gehennan territories.."
[07:36:19] Lotlhuitl says, "Or get stabbed, if that is your wish.."
[07:37:10] Zoromon says, "Nah, y'don't get stabbed unless y'piss of the wrong wraith."
[07:37:10] Lotlhuitl says, "Haha, no.. silly. I meant, where to avoid, here, in Agartha.."
[07:38:01] Lotlhuitl says, "Or not avoid, if a fight is what you would like."
[07:38:01] Zoromon says, "Sounds like useful stuff ta' hear."
[07:38:01] Zoromon says, "Fair dealin' too. I got a story or two I can give ya' whenever."
[07:39:44] Lotlhuitl nodded, the serious/gloomy Nagual giving the first hint of a smile since meeting both of them.
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[07:39:44] Lotlhuitl says, "You can tell me whenever. A good story should not be rushed."
[07:40:35] Lotlhuitl says, "Eeee. Okay. If you would like a tour, follow me. "
[07:40:35] Zoromon says, "Heh...Y'got it. I get the feeling we'll be seeing each other round'."
[07:41:26] Lotlhuitl asks, "Genos? Would you like to come, too?"
[07:41:26] Lotlhuitl says, "You can have some time to think up a good story. I don't expect it immediately."
[07:42:17] Zoromon says, "C'mon Genos, might as well leta' kind local show us around."
[07:42:17] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (press x)
[07:42:17] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (to follow)
[07:42:17] LOOC - Genos Clover: (im here SRY)
[07:43:08] Lotlhuitl says, "Mmmm. Okay."
[07:43:08] Lotlhuitl says, "Well, this is the clothing stalls. There is a larger marketplace in Ezmara, but.. this one has the more predictable goods, in regards to clothing."
[07:44:00] Lotlhuitl says, "And.. this is a farm. "
[07:44:00] Lotlhuitl nodded. Still quite serious.
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[07:44:00] Lotlhuitl says, "I think Macha owns it."
[07:44:00] Lotlhuitl says, "She grows many of Gehenna's crops."
[07:44:51] Zoromon says, "Wonder if she could use some help with em'."
[07:44:51] Genos Clover says, "I wonder that too."
[07:44:51] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh, perhaps! You should speak to her. She's nice... I think.."
[07:44:51] Zoromon says, "Might be a good way ta' help out the tribes and maybe make some coin yeh."
[07:45:42] Lotlhuitl says, "Indeed. That is shrewd."
[07:45:42] Lotlhuitl says, "This is Tecotchitlan temple. In here there are sleeping spaces, but also gaol cells.. and, oh, the Chieftess has a meeting space.."
[07:46:33] Lotlhuitl says, "Sacrifices normally happen in the courtyard outside."
[07:46:33] Zoromon asks, "Who's the chieftess of the Cruxati ere'?"
[07:46:33] Lotlhuitl says, "Kayeliun. She's the most intelligent and wise out of all the tribes' leaders."
[07:47:24] Lotlhuitl says, "Intelligent, temperate, wise.. beautiful, too."
[07:47:24] Lotlhuitl says, "A drakanite, blessed by the spirits.."
[07:47:24] Zoromon says, "Chieftess Kayeliun...I'll remember her, hope I can pay my respects'."
[07:48:16] Lotlhuitl says, "You didn't hear this from me, but.. ah.. Chieftain Xomac of the Atl is.. scary. He's.. corrupted, by the Sin of Pride."
[07:48:16] Lotlhuitl says, "You.. can deal with him, but.. well, I perhaps shouldn't say too much."
[07:48:16] Lotlhuitl says, "Be careful. I.. I suppose I could show you to Atl, later, if you are interested.."
[07:49:07] Lotlhuitl says, "Same too, with Ezmara. The Chieftain, Karma, well.. he's a bit of a fool."
[07:49:07] Zoromon says, "Hrm, couldn't hurt ta' know where each village is."
[07:49:07] Lotlhuitl says, "I would be happy to show you both this, yes."
[07:49:07] Genos Clover says, "Hmm, it wouldn't hurt yeah."
[07:49:07] Lotlhuitl says, "D-don't get me wrong, I.. I certainly could not beat Chieftain Karma in physical combat."
[07:49:07] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. he's.. "
[07:49:07] Lotlhuitl says, "Well, you'll learn soon enough."
[07:49:58] Zoromon exclaims, "Heh...He sounds like fun at least!"
[07:49:58] Lotlhuitl stared at Zoromon, clearly not appreciating the sentiment.
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[07:49:58] Lotlhuitl says, "If you think that leading our people into decay is fun, well.."
[07:49:58] Lotlhuitl made a soft, unimpressed sound.
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[07:50:49] Lotlhuitl says, "His war chief threatened to execute me after I pointed out security flaws during the war. "
[07:50:49] Lotlhuitl says, "Necalli is also foolish, and angry."
[07:50:49] Lotlhuitl says, "Ezmara is cursed with sloth."
[07:50:49] Zoromon says, "Well then..."
[07:50:49] Genos Clover asks, "So are you warning us to, watch out for them or be wary of their attitude?"
[07:50:49] Lotlhuitl says, "Watch out and be wary."
[07:50:49] Zoromon strokes his stubby chin.
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[07:50:49] Lotlhuitl says, "And.. I suppose, I am trying to save you, too, from their corruption."
[07:51:40] Zoromon says, "Thanks fer' the warning Lothuitl, never thought it was like that."
[07:51:40] Lotlhuitl says, "... yes, well. It does pain me to say it. I do consider them my brothers, even if they fail to recognise me as their sister in blood."
[07:52:32] Zoromon says, "Hrm, guess it ain't so much a paradise ere' as I thought."
[07:52:32] Lotlhuitl says, "I would that all Gehennans be guided by what unites us, but.. the Ezmarans often are corrupted by outside influences.."
[07:52:32] Lotlhuitl says, "And men like Necalli prove it."
[07:52:32] Lotlhuitl says, "He might be able to win a fight, if pushed. But he prefers to threaten, idly."
[07:52:32] Lotlhuitl says, "Rather than work."
[07:53:23] Lotlhuitl says, "Karma isn't too much different. When.. I first was introduced to him, he had consumed a gender swap potion. "
[07:53:23] Lotlhuitl says, "For fun."
[07:53:23] Zoromon says, "Ain't got much talent or anything to with the powers o' corruption...But seems like it'll be a challenge ere'"
[07:53:23] Lotlhuitl says, "<gave a hard look, clearly unimpressed.. >"
[07:53:23] Lotlhuitl says, "<not much for fun"
[07:54:14] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes, well. Just guard your mind and realise that strength is not merely physical, but mental, and you will be fine."
[07:54:14] Zoromon asks, "Wait...Wait...They ave' potions in this land that let you...Switch genders?"
[07:54:14] Genos Clover says, "...What."
[07:54:14] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes, alchemists do invent some.. interesting.. things"
[07:54:14] Lotlhuitl says, "Perhaps be wary of strange potions.."
[07:54:14] Zoromon says, "I goatta' watch out for what I eat..."
[07:55:05] Zoromon shudders a moment in fear of whatever poisons could be hidden in food.
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[07:55:05] Lotlhuitl nodded.
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[07:55:05] Genos Clover says, "Right..We will watch out for such."
[07:55:05] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh yes.. I hear terrible stories of potions of lust being snuck into unsuspecting individuals beverages.. reverting the pure into mindless beasts.. How horrible.."
[07:55:56] Lotlhuitl shuddered with obvious disgust.
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[07:55:56] Lotlhuitl says, "A-anyway..."
[07:55:56] Lotlhuitl says, "Outside is the White Witch."
[07:55:56] Zoromon says, "...That sounds like something witches back in the homeland would do. Scarily similar ere'..."
[07:56:48] Lotlhuitl says, "Truthfully, I haven't spoken to her much. But.. she seems kind enough. Pretty, too.."
[07:56:48] Zoromon says, "Hope she's a nice one."
[07:56:48] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh, yes. She's very nice."
[07:56:48] Lotlhuitl says, "<talking about Oyaotl.>"
[07:56:48] Oyaotl asks, "Oh?"
[07:56:48] Lotlhuitl says, "I.. think."
[07:57:39] Zoromon gave a short wave to the strange hatted woman.
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[07:57:39] Oyaotl asks, "Fufu..?"
[07:57:39] Lotlhuitl exclaims, "Xoco!"
[07:57:39] The white-witch waves back.
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[07:57:39] Xoconan takes a clear spot next to Oya.
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[07:57:39] Xoconan says, "Heya."
[07:57:39] Lotlhuitl says, "This is Xoconan. "
[07:58:30] Lotlhuitl says, "Xoconan, Oyaotl. This is Zoromon and Genos. "
[07:58:30] Lotlhuitl says, "I was just showing them around. "
[07:58:30] Zoromon says, "Pardon us new'blood. Hope ta' be useful to the tribes sometime soon."
[07:59:21] Zoromon says, "Y'can call me Zoro."
[07:59:21] An arm reaches to wrap itself around the young man, pulling him closer and onto the older woman's frame. Her expression softening all the more, judging from what could be seen from beneath her wide-brimmed hat.
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[08:01:04] Genos Clover says, "As Zoromon said, but my name is Genos..Hello. "
[08:03:37] The teen offered no resistance to being pulled against his adoptive mother, clearly appreciative of the embrace, his own right arm moving around her side. "Zoro and Genos... Alright. They uh, come from a boat or what?" He asked, curious.
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[08:04:28] Zoromon gives a nod in response.
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[08:05:20] gives nod at the question.
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[08:06:11] Zoromon says, "From what I heard, local folks here beat back the Valmasians so the Chieftains back home decided ta' send a buncha' us here."
[08:06:11] Lotlhuitl looked most serious as she guided the two people, fresh off the boats, around Cruxati's territory. Though, such serious expression had distinctly shifted to.. well, something else, on seeing the young Xoconan. Nervous? Her gaze lingered on him for a good moment, which possibly was somewhat awkward, considering the two newcomers were kinda waiting on her to show them around. At Xoconan's words, however, she seemed to remember that the two were there. "A-aha. Yes."

The Nagual blinked, fluttering those long eyelashes of hers as she stuck a hip out, hand gesturing to the courtyard. The sun glinted off the jewellery she wore, and there was the subtle -clink- of metal on metal due to the motion. But nothing glinted more than the amulet around her neck, one which had previously belonged to Xoconan. It glinted like the sun.

"This is usually where we perform sacrifices." Lotlhuitl explained, green eyes glancing back at the newcomers. "And over there, there's.. ah." What was over there, again?

Lotlhuitl raised a hand to her lips, frowning briefly as she seemed lost in her thoughts... and proceeded to walk to the east.
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[08:07:02] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (:P we don't have to walk away if you guys don't wanna go)
[08:07:02] LOOC - Zoromon: (We're good)
[08:07:53] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh.. yes.. While I remember.. you shouldn't cut down any trees within any Gehennan settlement."
[08:07:53] Lotlhuitl says, "The dryads do not like it.."
[08:08:44] Genos Clover says, "Noted.."
[08:08:44] Zoromon says, "Yea' don't wanna' make any of em' mad with trees."
[08:08:44] Lotlhuitl says, "So yes.. there are houses down here.. and.. a field.."
[08:08:44] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh! And.. we need to book our sacrifices in. You can't just sacrifice people whenever you want.."
[08:09:36] Lotlhuitl says, "Or, I mean, you can. But the Chieftess may frown."
[08:09:36] Zoromon says, "Nah, I'll jus' find some trees outta' the way if I have to."
[08:09:36] Lotlhuitl says, "You can talk to the Chieftess to get permission to build a house of your own, if you want.."
[08:09:36] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh, I meant, you can't sacrifice people.."
[08:10:27] Lotlhuitl says, "Though, that is true.. Dryads likely view trees as people.."
[08:10:27] Lotlhuitl says, "There's a laaake."
[08:10:27] Lotlhuitl says, "Would you like to go to Atl, first? That is to the south.."
[08:10:27] Zoromon says, "Is this village fer' the Cruxati new? Seems like a lotta' space for houses."
[08:11:18] Lotlhuitl says, "Mmm.. The.. Cruxati, we.. were attacked by the Valmasians, a long time ago."
[08:11:18] Lotlhuitl says, "Our original settlement burned. The Ezmara and Atl are much larger tribes."
[08:11:18] Lotlhuitl says, "... that does not mean they are better. No, not at all."
[08:12:09] Zoromon says, "We'll have ta' see that for ourselves. Numbers ain't everything."
[08:12:09] Lotlhuitl says, "It.. definitely means that there is room for newcomers to shape Cruxati, in ways that you may not be able to do if you choose to join with Ezmara or the Atl."
[08:12:09] Lotlhuitl says, "I.. should know."
[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl says, "Despite being of the Cruxati, I.. well, for reasons.. Solem he asked me --"
[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl coughed, composing herself.
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[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl says, "I guarded Ezmara for years. Loyally, despite being Cruxati."
[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl says, "And.. they.. did not repay my duty kindly."
[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl says, "Believe me."
[08:13:00] Zoromon says, "I'll have ta' speak with Chieftess Kayeliun sometime once I get ta' know this place more..."
[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. I should not.. speak so harshly."
[08:13:00] Lotlhuitl says, "You both must think me terribly biased."
[08:13:52] Genos Clover says, "It's fine, it's usually important to hear both sides of the story."
[08:13:52] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes, you should. You will find her shrewd and strong."
[08:13:52] Zoromon says, "Nah' yer' just speaking yer' mind yeah? There's a sorta power in honesty."
[08:13:52] Lotlhuitl says, "I do not know if the Ezmarans even know they wronged me. They.. are slightly.. well."
[08:14:43] Lotlhuitl exclaims, "Anyway, this bridge leads to Atl!"
[08:14:43] Lotlhuitl says, "We must be careful here. If we act with honour, we will be fine."
[08:14:43] Lotlhuitl says, "But the Atlians believe in might. "
[08:14:43] Lotlhuitl says, "Remember that."
[08:14:43] Zoromon says, "I'll make sure ta' treat em' with respect they deserve."
[08:15:34] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes, one definitely wishes that all of the Atl recieve what is their due"
[08:15:34] Zoromon says, "Seems like there' ain't much space for crops or markets ere'..."
[08:15:34] Genos Clover says, "..Yeah."
[08:15:34] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes. But there is this."
[08:15:34] Lotlhuitl says, "The Blood Pit."
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "This is sacred ground in here. "
[08:16:25] Zoromon asks, "I'm guessing the Atl have the most warriors outta the three tribes?"
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "Mm, perhaps.."
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "To be honest, the Ezmarans outnumber Atl and Cruxati, I believe."
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "Many outsiders join the Ezmarans."
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "They are not encouraged to learn our ways."
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "Some do."
[08:16:25] Lotlhuitl says, "It is more likely for outsiders who respect the spirits to become Cruxati."
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl says, "A-and here."
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl says, "Often you can see Chieftain Xomac Tepin here. "
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl says, "... his men worship him as a God."
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl says, "His priest makes blood sacrifices to him."
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl says, "He.."
[08:17:16] Zoromon says, "...Really? He sounds dangerous."
[08:17:16] Genos Clover says, "Extremely.."
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl whispers: I've seen the powers he wields.
[08:17:16] Lotlhuitl whispers: Felt them.
[08:18:08] Lotlhuitl whispers: Be careful.
[08:18:08] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. he has honour."
[08:18:08] Lotlhuitl whispers: Even if his men do not.
[08:18:08] Zoromon whispers: I'll take that warning properly, thanks...
[08:18:08] Lotlhuitl whispers: The priest who follows him is reasonable.
[08:18:59] Lotlhuitl says, "You may often find people here, lazing by the lake. "
[08:18:59] Lotlhuitl says, "Or training."
[08:18:59] Lotlhuitl says, "It is a good spot to get outside and do some running about."
[08:18:59] LOOC - Genos Clover: (LAG)
[08:18:59] Zoromon says, "Seems lika' good place ta' spar with the space."
[08:18:59] LOOC - Zoromon: (OOF)
[08:19:50] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (x to follow :p)
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "Be.. careful in the jungles, though."
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "Demons often lurk out there."
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "Mostly, they do not harm Gehennans.."
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "As.. well, if it were known, they would be hunted."
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. well.. sometimes they do."
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "I.. was.. "
[08:19:50] Lotlhuitl says, "A-anyway. That doesn't matter."
[08:20:41] Lotlhuitl says, "Just be careful."
[08:20:41] Zoromon nodded, not wanting to prod at subject for now.
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[08:20:41] Lotlhuitl says, "... Karma Vindict, the Ezmaran Chieftain, he abides their presence."
[08:20:41] Lotlhuitl says, "And.. others."
[08:20:41] Lotlhuitl says, "Archons."
[08:20:41] Lotlhuitl says, "It is best to leave them well alone."
[08:20:41] Genos Clover says, "Right.."
[08:20:41] Zoromon says, "I ain't got a death wish jus' yet. I'll do that."
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "You can easily identify an archon."
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "Tragedy, she... looks like a young girl."
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "But has three eyes and a horn."
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "I once saw her burn a man's face off."
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "There is another one. I know not his name."
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "Tragedy is an enemy to the Gehennans. "
[08:21:32] Lotlhuitl says, "If you are alone, it would be best to flee from her."
[08:22:24] Lotlhuitl says, "There is another, who is not our enemy. Or. Well, Karma seems to think so."
[08:22:24] Lotlhuitl says, "But I'm getting ahead of myself."
[08:22:24] Lotlhuitl says, "You can really work out that they're no good. They.. look. Different."
[08:22:24] Zoromon says, "Careful round' demons. Got it."
[08:22:24] Genos Clover says, "Mhm."
[08:22:24] Lotlhuitl nodded.
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[08:22:24] Xoconan whispers something.
[08:22:24] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh yes, this is Macha's house."
[08:23:15] Lotlhuitl says, "I believe she may be an alchemist, actually.."
[08:23:15] Zoromon says, "Good ta' know. I'll see her if I find any strange lookin' mushrooms."
[08:23:15] Lotlhuitl says, "This is the mountain path to Ezmara."
[08:23:15] Lotlhuitl says, "And this is the Ezmaran fighting ring, or.. fighting pit, I suppose."
[08:24:06] Lotlhuitl says, "People more commonly use this one than the one in Atl. "
[08:24:06] Lotlhuitl exclaims, "And this is the market!"
[08:24:06] Zoromon says, "Goatta' admit. This is impressive."
[08:24:06] Zoromon eyes the wares and good sold never seen before on the mainland.
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[08:24:57] Zoromon says, "These prices are hurtin' me inside though."
[08:24:57] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes.. it is a bit pricy."
[08:24:57] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. well, the quality is excellent."
[08:24:57] Lotlhuitl says, "You can often find people here."
[08:24:57] Lotlhuitl says, "This is the heart of Ezmara."
[08:25:48] Lotlhuitl says, "Inside, is the temple."
[08:26:40] Lotlhuitl says, "... if you can't find Karma or Maiya, his wife, they may be in here."
[08:26:40] Lotlhuitl says, "Possibly.."
[08:26:40] Lotlhuitl says, "Usually you can find them in the main courtyard."
[08:26:40] Zoromon says, "The temples around these territories seem pretty well built. Musta' taken a while to build all this up."
[08:26:40] Lotlhuitl says, "Mmn, yes. And many slaves."
[08:27:31] Lotlhuitl says, "In here is a cave in which rare reagents can be found."
[08:27:31] Lotlhuitl says, "It is a little difficult, sometimes, to find your way around in there.. and there are large yokai inside."
[08:27:31] Lotlhuitl says, "... sometimes, outsiders try and sneak into our caves.."
[08:27:31] Lotlhuitl says, "less often this one, but.. still."
[08:28:22] Zoromon asks, "Might be a place ta' test some new magic. What kinda outsiders can we expect anyways?"
[08:28:22] Lotlhuitl says, "There may still be some cowardly Valmasians, who fled their homeland rather than defend it."
[08:29:13] Lotlhuitl says, "It's not surprising that the Betrayer's men and women would act in such a devious fashion."
[08:30:04]
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[08:30:04] Lotlhuitl says, "Also, perhaps Britannians. But these commonly seek to stay with us"
[08:30:04] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (soz, Australian internet)
[08:30:04] LOOC - Zoromon: (No worries)
[08:30:04] LOOC - Genos Clover: (its kewl)
[08:30:56] Zoromon says, "S'long as they respect our customs unlike the betrayers."
[08:30:56] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes, they usually do."
[08:30:56] Lotlhuitl says, "They.. perhaps do not honour the spirits entirely correctly, but they usually respect order."
[08:30:56] Lotlhuitl says, "And stand against chaos."
[08:31:47] Lotlhuitl exclaims, "See!"
[08:31:47] Lotlhuitl exclaims, "I can see far to the north from up here!"
[08:32:38] Zoromon says, "Goatta admit...Never really seen that kinda' power often from Naguals on the mainland."
[08:32:38] Lotlhuitl says, "You can enter the building from the south.. but.. I can just.. "
[08:32:38] Lotlhuitl says, "O-oh, aha.."
[08:32:38] Lotlhuitl says, "Well, I am connected with the spirits."
[08:32:38] Lotlhuitl says, "I think spirits are able to.. defy distance."
[08:32:38] Lotlhuitl says, "The Mighty Dmex, Great Spirit Who Walks Amongst Us, she often does that.."
[08:32:38] Zoromon says, "I goatta learn a move like that sometime heh..."
[08:32:38] Lotlhuitl says, "Her house is out in the middle of the woods.."
[08:33:29] Genos Clover says, "Same here.."
[08:33:29] Lotlhuitl says, "Many strange people try and break into her home.."
[08:33:29] Zoromon asks, "Is she a spirit native ta' this land?"
[08:33:29] Lotlhuitl says, "Some of which are unsavory types. "
[08:33:29] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh, no. Caprise summoned her."
[08:33:29] Lotlhuitl says, "She is a patron spirit of a Gehennan tribe."
[08:33:29] Lotlhuitl says, "But here, few worship her."
[08:34:20] Lotlhuitl says, "Which is a shame."
[08:34:20] Lotlhuitl says, "She.. has helped me in ways that even Ixchel has not."
[08:34:20] Lotlhuitl says, "I give my life to her. And in exchange, she has promised me -- "
[08:34:20] Lotlhuitl says, "Aha. That's perhaps.. for another time."
[08:34:20] Zoromon asks, "Wonder if she'll give her blessing if I bring a gift or two to her?"
[08:34:20] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh, she likely would."
[08:35:12] Zoromon says, "Wonder what kinda' sacrifice or tribute they would appreciate even."
[08:35:12] Lotlhuitl says, "She is a terrible and awesome creature. "
[08:35:12] Lotlhuitl says, "Her boons are indeed mighty."
[08:35:12] Lotlhuitl says, "She has been teaching me magic. "
[08:35:12] Lotlhuitl says, "I.. gifted her my service."
[08:36:03] Lotlhuitl says, "It is possible you could do the same. She desires a temple."
[08:36:03] Lotlhuitl says, "Currently, she does not have one."
[08:36:03] Lotlhuitl says, "I aim to build her one in Cruxati."
[08:36:03] Lotlhuitl says, "But I am one person, and.. well, collecting materials is.. troublesome."
[08:36:03] Zoromon asks, "Maybe me and Genos ere' can help?"
[08:36:03] Lotlhuitl exclaims, "Maybe!"
[08:36:54] Genos Clover says, "We would love to help, if you allow us to. "
[08:39:28] Lotlhuitl beamed.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[08:39:28] Lotlhuitl says, "O-oh, Xeco."
[08:39:28] Lotlhuitl says, "Xoco**"
[08:39:28] Xoconan asks, "What's up?"
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "I was just showing Zoroman and Genos around."
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "I told them all about the tribes."
[08:40:19] Zoromon says, "Ey, there Lothuitl was jus' telling us about the spirit that lives jus' up north."
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "And about Dmex."
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "Mmm."
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "How she deserves a temple."
[08:40:19] Xoconan says, "Huh, didn't actually know where she lived."
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "oh.. I think she tries to keep it quiet. She.. gets tired of people, so many don't recognise her for what she is."
[08:40:19] Lotlhuitl says, "Don't.. show enough respect."
[08:41:10] Lotlhuitl asks, "Had you managed to find Kalisha?"
[08:41:10] Lotlhuitl asks, "And Toka?"
[08:41:10] Lotlhuitl says, "<@ Xoconan>"
[08:41:10] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (wait derp)
[08:41:10] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (of course you hadn't)
[08:42:01] Xoconan says, "Not yet, still gotta take care of the demon first."
[08:42:52] Lotlhuitl says, "Dmex has confidence in you, Xoconan."
[08:42:52] Zoromon asks, "Demon?"
[08:42:52] Zoromon asks, "Y'on a trial to slay one I'm guessin?"
[08:42:52] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. you should know, I have sworn myself to her. She.. would be upset.. if.. ah-aha. Y-yes, a demon."
[08:42:52] Lotlhuitl says, "Like the sort I warned you about."
[08:43:44] Zoromon says, "Looks like there ain't no shortage of em' here."
[08:43:44] Lotlhuitl says, "There's.. well.. mm."
[08:44:35] Lotlhuitl says, "Mmm."
[08:44:35] Lotlhuitl says, "Who knows how many."
[08:45:26] Xoconan says, "Maybe not slay, depends how things go."
[08:45:26] Zoromon stretches out his arms and cracks his knuckles with a smirk.
(Zoromon)
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[08:45:26] Xoconan says, "I'll ask nicely. Then not so nicely."
[08:45:26] Xoconan says, "If it's smart, it'll listen the first time."
[08:46:17] Zoromon says, "Going ta' have to improve myself if I don't want ta' be demon food."
[08:46:17] Zoromon says, "Better not give it a chance ta' stab you in the back though."
[08:48:00] Lotlhuitl regarded Xoconan from beneath dark eyelashes, curiously quiet once more.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[08:48:51] Lotlhuitl says, "I believe in you, Xoconan. But.. perhaps. I would like to be there. And perhaps Noa.."
[08:48:51] Xoconan says, "Hmm... If you're around."
[08:49:42] Xoconan asks, "Hey, you two. Why don't you both head to the arena, get a measure of what you're capable of in a fight?"
[08:49:42] Lotlhuitl says, "Yes, that's a good idea."
[08:49:42] Lotlhuitl says, "Combat is good for the soul."
[08:50:33] Lotlhuitl says, "Remember: you both owe me at least one story, each."
[08:50:33] Zoromon says, "Not too sure how I'll do, but goatta' be honest. I've been feeling stronger since stepping foot on this land. The mana and air ere' is something special."
[08:50:33] Zoromon says, "Story! Right, y'got it. I'll make sure ta' make it a nice a juicy one fer' ya."
[08:51:24] Lotlhuitl says, "Mm.. the.. dreadwoods make my senses tingle. Something in the soil, or air. The mana is strange here."
[08:51:24] Lotlhuitl says, "Hah. I expect it. If I'm not happy, I may ask for another."
[08:52:16] Lotlhuitl asks, "Do you remember where the arena is? Do you need me to lead you both there?"
[08:52:16] Zoromon says, "Don't worry, outta' my brothers and sisters back on the mainland, they tell me I've got the best stories ta' tell."
[08:52:16] Zoromon says, "I remember the roads, think me and Genos oughta' be fine."
[08:52:16] Lotlhuitl says, "Well, already I can indeed see what an asset you are."
[08:53:07] Lotlhuitl says, "Spirits protect."
[08:53:07] Zoromon says, "Thanks fer' showing us around. I won't forget about this. Spirits watch over ya'."
[08:53:07] Lotlhuitl waved!
(Lotlhuitl)
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[08:57:23] Alone with Xoconan, Lotlhuitl had turned her delicate face to look at him, once more. The young woman looked most serious, her resting expression being one of general gloom and doom. Though, really. She looked a lot more cheerful than when he had been speaking to her, up in the tower, looking over all of Cruxati's territory in Agartha.

"Mm," she murmured, pushing her long, silken hair back over her shoulders. Leaving them bare -- save for the countless chains of various metals which had draped around her neck.

"So. I assume you wanted us alone." The statement had a slight rising inflection. The Nagual woman, tail slowly swishing back and forth, obviously not entirely sure if she had assumed correctly.

"Hm?"
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:00:48] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (i can't write well 2nite T_T)
[09:00:48] LOOC - Xoconan: (Looks fine)
[09:01:39] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (I left out a bunch of pronouns)
[09:02:30] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (but ok.. im not perfect @,@)
[09:03:21] He'd moved to sit atop the fence, easily balancing himself with the same air that always came from him. A confidence in himself that was hard to mimic elsewhere. "You really like your jewelry, huh?" He asked, reaching over to flick one of the many stolen necklaces she wore, a grin on his face.

A simple nod was given to her question. "You mentioned something about Dmex, but uh, those two kinda..." He shrugged his shoulders. "I doubt it's their business."

"So what's up?"
(Xoconan)
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[09:13:36] Lotlhuitl, of course, preferred to think of them as claimed necklaces. "I took them from Avalon," she said, screwing up her nose at him as he flicked one of the necklaces she was wearing. Her hand moved, aiming to catch his hand. This was.. likely an action she could only achieve if he let her. Xoconan really was much faster than her.

The Nagual shifted closer. She did not attempt to sit, instead choosing to stand. If she had captured his hand, she would curiously trace her fingers (once more!) against where metal met flesh. Regardless, it wouldn't be long before she released him. Her hands empty, she made an open palmed gesture.

The fence was tall enough that she found herself looking up at him. Her ears were pricked forward, her entire body language expressing a silent question. A question which she swiftly voiced. "What do you mean, not their business?"

The young woman wrapped her tail around her waist. "I.. just.. they were new in town. I wanted to make sure they made the right choices. Just trying to protect them."

Her heart thumped. "I'm fine."
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:14:27] Lotlhuitl says, "I just.. there are things which everyone has to know about the Ezmarans.. I.. it didn't seem fair to not tell them, considering.."
[09:14:27] Lotlhuitl says, "And about Atl..."
[09:15:18] Xoconan says, "I was more talking about..."
[09:15:18] Xoconan says, "You were about to say I'd need to deal with something with Dmex."
[09:16:09] Lotlhuitl says, "Oh.."
[09:16:09] Xoconan says, "Or along those lines."
[09:16:09] Lotlhuitl says, "I told Dmex what happened."
[09:16:09] Lotlhuitl says, "And she was.. she told me that it would die, either by her hand or yours."
[09:17:00] Lotlhuitl says, "She likes you. That's.. an uncommon compliment, Xoco."
[09:17:00] Xoconan says, "Wonder why..."
[09:17:00] Xoconan says, "I figured she was just interested in me because I was a strong kid."
[09:17:52] Lotlhuitl says, "But.. I.. I'm more than her student, Xoconan. I worship her. She's relying on me to get her a temple built."
[09:18:43] Xoconan says, "Hmm..."
[09:18:43] Xoconan seems to remember something, before lightly shaking his head.
(Xoconan)
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[09:19:34] Lotlhuitl says, "I respect the laws of our people, Xoconan. And if you best this demon, by rights, I will be yours."
[09:19:34] Lotlhuitl says, "But Dmex.. considers this Demon's claim over me an affront to her."
[09:19:34] Xoconan says, "So... I'll need to talk to Dmex."
[09:19:34] Xoconan says, "She'll think I'm stealing one of her worshippers."
[09:20:25] Lotlhuitl says, "Perhaps. She.. hasn't been well."
[09:20:25] Lotlhuitl says, "I'm concerned her connection to this world is not enough. She's a spirit. She needs sacrifices."
[09:20:25] Lotlhuitl says, "And I have been.. not strong enough to do this for her."
[09:21:16] Lotlhuitl asks, "You.. you wouldn't stand in the way of me worshipping her, would you, Xoconan?"
[09:21:16] Xoconan says, "Well- I'll reassure her that I won't get in th-"
[09:22:08] Xoconan says, "Ahah."
[09:22:08] Lotlhuitl smiled, also amused.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:22:08] Lotlhuitl says, "Aha.. Jinx.."
[09:22:08] Lotlhuitl says, "I've got your tongue."
[09:22:08] Xoconan says, "..."
[09:22:08] Lotlhuitl chuckled.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:22:08] Xoconan signs out et tu, Lotl.
(Xoconan)
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[09:22:59] Lotlhuitl stood in silence for a moment, looking incredibly bemused, raising an eyebrow at Xoconan.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:22:59] LOOC - Xoconan: (hint: he didn't actually sign anything of value)
[09:23:50] LOOC - Xoconan: (he does not know sign language)
[09:23:50] Xoconan thinks for a moment, before snapping his fingers.
(Xoconan)
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[09:24:41] With a wiggle of his hands, bluish sparks appear before him, dazzling and permanent enough to manipulate. Slowly, the sparks form letters- the letters words.

"How long am I doomed to silence?"
(Xoconan)
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[09:24:41] Lotlhuitl says, "Hmmmmmmm.."
[09:25:32] Lotlhuitl actually grinned at this, eyes sparkling as she leaned in...
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:25:32] Lotlhuitl whispers: Until you can catch me!
[09:25:32] LOOC - Xoconan: (I'll let you run first)
[09:25:32] LOOC - Xoconan: (and will RP catching)
[09:32:22] Lotlhuitl sprinted with a laugh into the Dreadwoods, her blue-black hair trailing behind her. She was grinning, and lightning crackled over her willowy form as she ran.

The Nagual was doing her best to evade Xoconan, a task made decidedly difficult considering that she found herself laughing so much! Still though, it seemed she did her best to use the surroundings to her advantage, so that Xoconan couldn't use his increased speed against her. She zigged and zagged through the forest. Lightning crackled and she appeared to blink forward, or backwards.

The young woman's path, ultimately, however, wouldn't have been too difficult for Xoconan to follow. Indeed, if her laughter hadn't been enough of a giveaway, the bursts of electricity surely were.

She wasn't going to stop, even if Xoconan could easily catch her. She was going to make him catch her.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[09:43:28] For a long moment, Xoconan didn't even move. He knew he was faster, and had the advantage further with his mastery over lightning. Infact, he knew of nearly a dozen ways to catch her from here- stop her and grab her with gravity, teleport over in bursts of lightning, even fly above in the air...

But that'd ruin the fun of it, wouldn't it? With a soundless chuckle, he pushed off the fence and took off at a brisk run, following the trail of her laughter and electricity. Scorched limbs, and a constant sound to follow. Easy enough.

Obstacles didn't even seem to impede him, vines nipping at his skin, branches slapping him across the face. It was hard to deter someone that simply wasn't phased by pain, not when they'd been subject to so much worse in the past.

And the distance closed, all too rapidly! For as fast as she was, as much as she used her magic to her advantage...

He was still so much faster.

He could see her in front of him, breath coming hard now, and with a sudden motion, he dashed forward towards the Nagual, hand coming up to lightly grip a fuzzy ear, very clearly marking his victory.

"Hah... Got some juice to you..."
(Xoconan)
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[10:00:32] Lotlhuitl just wasn't fast enough. In truth, part of her even now, having fun, was envious of Xoconan. She.. coveted the prowess that he possessed.

The Nagual had screamed, not out of anger or fear, but with laughter as Xoconan caught up to her and grabbed her ear. She slowed, first to a jog, then a walk, before finally letting herself flop to the ground. Her ear had twitched involuntarily at his finger's grip, and, without thinking she had attempted to bat his hand away, screwing her nose up briefly.

"Haah," she exhaled, panting as she grinned up at Xoconan, lying on her back, hair spread out behind her on the grass. Somehow, despite the gloom within the Dreadwoods, a stray beam of sun managed to catch on that pendant he had given her, sitting at the hollow of her neck. "Not the ears, Xoconan.."

For a moment, she had just lay there, chest rising and falling, noting how the mana in the woods felt... strange. Made her skin get goosebumps.

"Mmn." Lotlhuitl finally breathed, heart still hammering in her chest. She had some juice? Bemused, the Nagual had laughed, breathily, shaking her head. "Not any more. By all the spirits, you're fast."



(Lotlhuitl)
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[10:11:37] He'd let her bat away the hand that'd grabbed the ear, a grin on his face. He had won, but that was expected. She just wasn't as experienced as him, wasn't as used to running when your life absolutely depended on it. Really, who would be, outside of pure war veterans?

"Yeah yeah, no ears, no tail. You're no fun like that..." He exaggerated his tone, making it clear he was joking, flopping down onto the grass in the dreadwoods. The dark feeling seemed to completely miss him, his arms hooked underneath his head as he looked towards that one crack in the canopy.

"Just because I'm fast doesn't mean you're not. You'll get there. Next time we race, I'll grab your tail." He said, voice making it clear he wasn't kidding. "It's fun to see you react to that."
(Xoconan)
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[10:25:16] She was no fun? The comment visibly amused the Nagual, perhaps a sign of her good mood. "Hey! I'm plenty fun. I.. just.. like my fun to be.. proper." Her words sounded, well.. cringe worthy, even to her ears. But, taking a deep breath, she continued, turning to look at her friend. "And there's nothing proper about grabbing a Nagual's tail, Xoconan," she lectured, albeit half heartedly and still with a smile at her lips and dimples at her cheeks.

Her friend. Xoconan was intending on being more than that. He sought to possess her. To gain her as a slave. Lotlhuitl bit her bottom lip as her expression shifted into actual seriousness, her feline gaze directed at his own eyes as he stared off towards the canopy. Once more she found herself idly picking at the leaves growing from her wrists.

Xoconan had made it clear what he thought of a slave's opinion, when he spoke of Latvia. Now, that was a thought worthy of gloom.

Lotlhuitl let out a soft, "Nnn," of apparent disapproval, her tail flicking and even possibly batting Xoconan in the face (unless he did anything about it). "I don't find it very funny.." She said, trying to look stern. Somehow, she failed. And laughing once more she reached out and attempted to lightly swat Xoconan across the nose.

"Have you always been such a brat?"
(Lotlhuitl)
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[10:26:08] Lotlhuitl the tail continued to bat against him, her lips curling into a smile, flashing him her sharp canines.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[10:26:08] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (oops..)
[10:26:08] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (I forgot how lazy redtext worked my bad ahaha)
[10:34:40] "What's uh, proper fun?" He asked, clearly bemused by the question. "I mean, it's not really bad to just grab a tail." He still didn't aim to do it, apparently firmly attempting to relax on the boggy, purplish grass.

His eyes glanced over, catching hers, an almost unperceivable change occurring as they hardened to her serious expression. He didn't mention it though, instead breaking the eye contact with a lazy yawn. Something was on her mind- but he didn't wanna pry quite yet.

She wasn't yet his to ask those questions.

A smirk came to his lips as the tail started to bat at his face, the teen blowing out his lips as he tried to keep the furry thing out of his mouth. "It's funny when you're doing it to someone else!" He managed to say inbetween the tail-batting, making no efforts to stop her from enjoying herself.

"And yeah, I kinda have. Not many people tried to stop me, and even fewer *could* stop me, so, you know. It happens."
(Xoconan)
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[10:55:08] Lotlhuitl made a soft "hm" sound as she seemed to contemplate how to describe best what 'proper fun' was. But before she answered, she gasped, "It's not bad to grab a tail?" One might have thought she had been offended, if not for the lightly bemused curl to her lip. She quietly regarded Xoconan for a second, still smiling, before laying back on the boggy ground, directing her gaze up at the canopy.

The ground beneath them was curiously drier than might ordinarily be expected. Lotlhuitl had pushed the water away, leaving only the soft marsh below. Dry.

"It's different when I do it." Lotlhuitl explained. And, honestly, she was actually being completely serious there. Her tail twitched, batting against him in a manner which almost suggested the appendage had some sort of mind of its own. "Aha," she laughed, dimples once more rising to her cheeks as Xoconan blew on her tail.

He kinda had always been a brat? "Somehow, that doesn't surprise me." She said, dryly, though admittedly still amused. "Though, I can hardly blame you. It's no fun, not getting what you want."

Biting her bottom lip, she looked up to the canopy. "Before you realised what I was talking about, you told me exactly what you meant. About.. needing friends. Equals." She couldn't remember his exact wording, truthfully. It had been a pretty intense scene, and it was more the sentiment that she recalled. "How you wouldn't trust a slave's word, or regard their opinion highly. I.. I think I said I knew what you meant. And.. indeed, I wasn't lying. When looking after Kalisha, I disregarded her opinion on certain things as I recognised that she didn't understand enough about Gehenna to look after herself."

Lotlhuitl stopped herself, realising that she was rambling. She tilted her head to the side, subtly turning her body away from Xoconan, her back to him. Her shoulders were bare, though now a few strands of grass clung to her smooth tan flesh.

She sighed.

"I just.. I guess I feel I have more to offer you than Latvia, Xoconan."
(Lotlhuitl)
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[10:55:08] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (ah.. whoops)
[11:15:37] "Well, it wasn't just that, keeping people from giving me what I want. My parents kinda..." He paused. "One is/was... Still is, but I don't recognize him as my dad anymore - anyway, is the Chieftain of the Atl tribe. Kidna bloodthirsty, and that's putting it lightly. Mom's a Chaos Sin mage, pretty infamous across the continent..."

He sighed, closing his eyes for a long moment. "Not many people are gonna stand in the way of their kid, y'know? What if it pissed 'em off."

And then he went silent, as she spoke. So that was it, made sense. In a way, he'd talked down to her situation before he even knew about it... It definitely made things more than a little awkward between them when it came up.

He didn't respond for a long while, staring up to the canopy and sky, as if processing thoughts internally. "You do have more to offer than her." He said, slowly. "The question is,what'll you do with that?" His lips slowly turned into a smile, hand sneaking out to snap at her tail, now that her body was turned away.

"You want to prove you're my equal, right? So prove it. Earn that place. Latvia... Let's be honest, never will. She'll never be anything other than my slave, a cute pet that I do whatever with behind closed doors. Someone like you-"

His hand gripped the tail suddenly! "You've got more going for you than a pretty face and fluffy parts."
(Xoconan)
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[11:44:38] Lotlhuitl was clearly listening to Xoconan as he spoke, her ears moving as he spoke, clearly indicating her attention focused behind her. She didn't face him, however. She wasn't so great with emotions, as she had previously acknowledge to him. She was even worse with words. And truthfully? While nothing Xoconan said was exactly foreign knowledge to her -- she had grown up in Agartha after all -- she just hadn't really thought about it before.

And honestly, it wasn't just that she was a little self centred (though that she was!), Xoconan had literally only just become part of her life. She had previously had little reason to consider him. And, as much as it seemed that she had been increasingly picking fights (verbal and otherwise) with everyone since her mid teens, it wasn't like she actively went out of her way to be hostile to people. Or.. be weird and offend them.

Lotlhuitl bit her bottom lip. No, she was just not very good at dealing with people. Every word Xoconan uttered as he explained his life made her visibly deflate. She wanted to tell him about her family. Her mother, dead in childbirth. Her father, dead at war with the Valmasians. A boring, dreary childhood spent toiling away. It seemed only by chance that she had become a magi, or perhaps it was something to do with Agartha itself. Lost in her thoughts (about herself!), Lotlhuitl had stiffened, blinking as Xoconan told her that she did have more to offer. She almost turned, almost looked at him. But, suddenly, she was embarrassed.

A sudden flush of colour had sprung to her cheeks, her tail twitching, suddenly thrashing about. The motion meant that Xoconan's initial snap at her tail was a failure. But she didn't notice.

Was she really so deprived of affection, of positive affirmation that such words could really affect her so?

Fuck. She was. First Dmex, and now Xoconan. This was getting absurd. If she could be any more easily tamed, she might as well roll over, submit to tummy rubs, start purring and answer to Tabby. Lotlhuitl was.. vaguely disgusted with herself. Suddenly kicking herself for this perceived weakness - a need for approval. No. She would never be like that. All she had meant was that her opinion was worth something, not like Latvia. She was.. nothing like Latvia.

But disgusted or not with her need for approval, what Xoconan said was true. Lotlhuitl desperately wanted to be Xoconan's equal. But more than that, she wanted the power, the stuff, the slaves. She wanted the freedom to do whatever the fuck she wanted, and to hell with the consequences.

"Xoconan, I--"

The Nagual had been turning to look at Xoconan, her expression intensely conflicted. That was when she felt his hand grip around her tail and let out a gasp.

Her tail was long, and the fur actually pretty soft, and thick, and fluffy. A deep blue-black colour, matching her hair and ears.

Visibly, the Nagual shivered from her toes, all the way up her spine. Her fluffy tail bristled. She had plainly not been expecting the contact.

"Let. Go."

The laughter from her voice from earlier was gone as she glared over her shoulder at him. It seemed her tolerance for physical contact had been well and truly reached, and regardless of whatever fondness she had for Xoconan, she wasn't going to let him push her around.

... even if she did need him.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[11:46:20] LOOC - Xoconan: (Ahahaha)
[11:50:36] LOOC - Xoconan: (hmm)
[11:51:28] LOOC - Xoconan: (I'm actually not gonna dot much, when I think about it)
[11:51:28] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (I didn't actually write too much for you to react to)
[11:51:28] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (:p soz)
[11:51:28] LOOC - Xoconan: (It's fine, it's a good post)
[11:51:28] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (just a lot of intense introspection and her reacting to you ahaha)
[11:53:10] His hand quickly released the tail, bratty smirk still present on his face, even in the face of her glare. His hands came up empty, a couple of stray hairs sticking to the right palm.

"Hey, it's all in good fun, alright? Don't take it so seriously!" He slowly started to push up.

"So before I go, you look like you've got some serious thinking to do..."

"What were you about to say, before I rudely interrupted?"
(Xoconan)
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[12:03:24] Her lips were parted ever so slightly, teeth bared, as she glared at him. It was an incredibly angry expression, her anger and rage almost even catching HER off guard.

As soon as he let go, her expression shifted, eyes widening as she sat up, holding her fluffy tail protectively in her arms. The end twitched, flicking against her neck. She swallowed her anger, feeling it die down almost as quickly as it had rose within her.

"Bah. I guess this is my fault, for never teaching you how proper people have proper fun." Lotlhuitl breathed, stroking her hands over her own tail, as if trying to erase the sensation of someone else touching her from her memory.

The serious expression remained at her face for another moment. Silent, she had looked up at him from beneath dark eyelashes. She looked like she had some serious thinking to do?

Yeah.

He was right about that.

But what was she about to say?

And so Lotl blinked, sighing. She released her tail, gracefully getting to her feet. A smirk rose to her lips as she raised an eyebrow at Xoconan, and before she had really thought at all about what she was about to say, she joked, "Ah, Xoco. I sincerely pray you never get what you deserve."

She really wasn't ready to tell him the truth.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[12:04:16] Xoconan says, "Ah..."
[12:04:16] Xoconan says, "I need to figure out women more."
[12:04:16] Xoconan says, "Y'always like to dodge the question..."
[12:04:16] Xoconan chuckles as he turns away.
(Xoconan)
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[12:05:07] Lotlhuitl says, "I.. I dodged nothing."
[12:05:07] Lotlhuitl says, "... literally."
[12:05:07] Xoconan says, "Alrighty- if that's really the truth, then I won't ask you again when you're secured from the demon."
[12:05:07] Xoconan says, "One last thing before I go."
[12:05:58] Xoconan says, "If I could capture it, would it take away from your oath to kill it while helpless? A sacrifice, if you would."
[12:05:58] Lotlhuitl asks, "You would do that for me?"
[12:06:49] Lotlhuitl says, "Xoconan, I would be eternally grateful."
[12:06:49] Xoconan says, "It's a Demon, I don't have any kind of love lost for their kind."
[12:06:49] Xoconan says, "I'll see what I can do."
[22:51:56]
{LOAD GAME}

[22:52:48] LOOC - Lotlhuitl: (uh..)
[22:54:30] Lotlhuitl attempted to skirt around the gathering of demons hanging out in the Ezmaran marketplace, heading towards Cruxati territory..
(Lotlhuitl)
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[22:54:30] Noxim slowly sidles into place alongside Adsila, hands neatly folded across the beast's chest whilst he waited for the Dryad to stir back to life. He seemed awfully patient enough for the time being, as if there was nothing better to do, than to wait for Adsila's inevitable response.

"Is not too much to ask, Noxim hopes. Noxim would like find home."
(Noxim Florus)
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[23:06:27] Lotlhuitl hovered behind Noa, her emerald green gaze focused down on her friend. "Noa." She said, announcing her presence, expression neutral. She was pleased to see him, of course. But.. well. She hadn't seen him since facing Oxo'como. Since meeting Xoconan. She adjusted the bronze circlet sitting atop her head as she regarded him.

Noa surely couldn't fail to notice the plants sprouting from her wrists and ankles. Plant bracers, or cuffs. The vines entwined around her strong limbs, roots visibly penetrating deep within her skin.. the dark pattern of their growth visible as deep, dark, angry tracks at her skin which followed her mana circuitry. He might, possibly, miss the golden sun pendant Xoconan had given her, what with all the jewellery she was still draped with.

"Are you well?" She asked, blinking slowly as she regarded her young friend. She wasn't so sure that she was, yet. But chin held high,she... didn't seem to be acting too out of the normal.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[23:12:25] Tap... Tap... Tap...

His own well being was the furthest thing from his mind as he looked upon Lotlhuitl. Perhaps the news of what had happened still failed to reach her even with how tense everything had gotten in this very square. Vines around her wrists already beginning to wilt and lose their strength as his gaze simply glanced towards them with a burning gaze that looked only to disapprove at them still remaining.

"My well being doesn't matter in this moment. I'll assume you haven't heard, so I'll fill you in." His proclamation made as head gently seemed to lower in the presence of Lotlhuitl. Even to that of a common slave that sense of respect built upon his shoulders could not be allowed to leave him. Pausing for just a moment gaze would only focus upon this Nagual once more as he stood in simple silence.

"The Demon that captured you was defeated by Xoconan under the watchful eye of myself and Somnus. You are free fromtheir chains, but all the same you are Xoconans now. I feel the need to apologize, I could not keep you from a life of belonging to another."

Still his gaze shifted to these vines every now and then. How did they still remain?
(Noa Huitzilopochtli)
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[23:17:32] I woke up, looking around for any clue as to where I am. Nothing seemed familiar for now, so I just sat here, thinking to myself and having this weird craving for ham.
(Temm)
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[23:30:20] Xarnata wandered through the temple's grounds with a sense of belonging known to few, walking as though he himself were part of the island.
(Xarnata Kuraichie)
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[23:33:45] The vines.. Perhaps, if Lotlhuitl had not begun embracing nature magic, the vines would have indeed withered. It wasn't Oxo'como's power which fuelled their growth, but her own. She had obviously tried to extract the plants from her skin -- her flesh looked distinctly angry. But still struggling with the fundamentals, she had failed to do so.

Lotlhuitl's ears had twitched, her whole body visibly stiffening as Noa addressed her. The Nagual did not want his sympathy, nor did she want his apologies. Unblinking, she had looked him dead in the eyes as he spoke.

"I.. see." Lotlhuitl breathed, tapping her fingertips together for a moment. Her tail twitched. Once. Twice. "It is not your responsibility, Noa, to do such a thing. It is my own."

She was visibly conflicted. Relieved, that Xoconan had succeeded. But she couldn't hide her shame. And Noa knew this now. She was shamed. "Was Xoconan uninjured?" she enquired, her voice lowering, though her gaze did not.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[23:35:28] LOOC - Xoconan: (I'll let Noa post before I go)
[23:35:28] Lotlhuitl somehow hadn't noticed Xoconan's approach, attention focused on Noa.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[23:38:52] Ah -- Speak of the devil and he shall arrive.

In silence he found those words only striking into his mind as a nod came to follow. This belief that she needed only to forger her own path one that even he could agree on with not a second thought placed into it. Out of the corner of his eye his gaze came focused upon Xoconan as those words and questions of his own well being were asked. Hand pushing from the depths of his cloak all to motion towards this warrior that stood before them.

"You are free to ask him yourself. Oh, and I know it's a responsibility I could never take. One you're going to burden alone, though." His lips curled into a grin as he leaned forwards in that moment. Hand placed over the side of his mouth though his words were anything but a whisper. As clear and as audible as ever imagining only this hand protecting Xoconan from hearing such words he spoke without a second thought.

"I think Xoconan truly does care for you.Please, do not allow his good will to go waste early."

Mused right as he straightened out once more.
(Noa Huitzilopochtli)
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[23:43:08] He was silent for a long moment as Noa and Lotlhuitl spoke, a clear smirk on his face all the while. His arms folded across his bare chest, teen obviously amused by people talking about him when he wasn't around.

"Yeah, you should ask me if I was hurt." He said, walking up when Noa was finally done, Mythril boots clicking against stone steps. "I promise, pretty approachable."
(Xoconan)
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[23:55:05] Lotlhuitl turned her delicate face at Noa's gesture. Her gaze tracked from the white haired lad, a blink as she took in the scruffy brunette Xoconan. How long had he been standing there? A slight flush of colour rose to her cheeks, though her gaze and expression otherwise remained steady. Her green eyes looked Xoconan up and down. Appraising him. Was he injured, seemed to be her thought. All as Noa spoke. While her gaze was on Xoconan, one of her ears was turned towards her young sun-worshipping friend. Xoconan cared for her? Idly, she raised a hand, brushing against that amulet Xoconan had given her.

"Xoconan," she said. A reflex, more than anything. His name, in lieu of any proper greeting. Her tail suddenly thrashed about like the blue-black furred appendage had a mind of its own. By all the spirits in the highest realm, the young man was such a brat.

Fine. She would bite.

"Were you hurt?"
(Lotlhuitl)
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[23:55:56] Xoconan says, "Nope. Pretty easy fight."
[23:55:56] Lotlhuitl says, "I see."
[23:56:48] Noa Huitzilopochtli says, "Mmm."
[23:57:39] Lotlhuitl says, "Well. "
[23:58:30] Xoconan says, "Well- maybe not that easy. Still a Kaor."
[23:58:30] Lotlhuitl glanced to Noa.
(Lotlhuitl)
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[23:58:30] Xoconan says, "But, I'm fine. Kaor isn't though. If it ever bothers you, let me or Kayeliun know."
[23:58:30] Lotlhuitl says, "... thank-you, Xoconan. I will do so."
[23:58:30] Noa is idly watching the two!
(Noa Huitzilopochtli)
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[23:59:21] Lotlhuitl asks, "Did Xoconan fight well, Noa?"
[23:59:21] Noa Huitzilopochtli says, "Mhm! Honestly, that Demon seemed weak compared to him."