Birth of the Nightbound

[21:08] There was a soft sigh that escaped the Drugovic, before she took another gulp of her alcoholic beverage. It seemed she didn't care about age in this guild house, as she quite literally was offering alcohol to children.

There was worse things in the world to worry about other than drunk children running around...Right?

She'd slowly rise from her seat on Demios's lap, and make her way to the front of the table. It seems most who were expected, had shown. Purple hues drift from face to face, her gaze intense. There wasn't much emotion on her face, but she looked pleased, somehow.

"Welcome ta' tha' first official meetin' o' Tha' Nightbound."

Her small hands would come together into a clasp, as she would continue to move from face to face within the group. They seemed to be missing three or four more members, but for now this would do. Either way, her gaze would be soul reaching.

"I am Lady Nightmare, as ye' may kno'. I'd like ta' give ye' each a moment ta' introduce y'self as much as ye' feel comfortable. Startin' with Demios, and going toward the right from there."

She'd watch them expectantly.

(Danica Drugovic)
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[21:11] Masashige decides to get the ball rolling and smiles, standing up for a moment. "My name is Masashige Inoue. My family were actors and drug smugglers, the latter shall not be said out of the room, no?"

She waves a dismissive hand. "I am happily able to do grunt labor, or rather, my alluring clones will."
(Masashige Inoue)
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[21:14] Demios's tail coiled around his stool as he leaned back slightly.

"Uh, alright. You all know me already, but I'm Demios Arborea, Dani's boyfriend, master alchemist."

He took another gulp of his sake.

"Spent tha first eighteen years of ma life tortured an imprisoned by my biological family. I ended up escapin an killin em all, shortly after being adopted into the Arborea family."

He paused for a moment as he glanced to Caleb.

"Due ta some unfortunate circumstances, I'm currently the head of Arborea... so that's grand."

He sighs slightly, apparently having finished speaking.
(Demios Arborea)
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[21:17] Caleb stands up. Oof.

"Well my name is Caleb Arborea, I'm Demios brother by adoption from Sanna."

And that was all they needed to know.

"Nice meeting you all."
(Caleb Arborea)
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[21:20] Saranta decides to come to a stand for her introduction. She waves rapidly at the group at the table as her smile grows wide under the shade of her hood. The centipede rapidly crawls of the table and makes its way up her body and onto her hand.

"Hiya! I am Saranta, this is Nobun!" She says while pointing at her large 11-inch centipede friend.

"We like venom, rot, decay the simple things found it the wide crevasses of this world! Nobun eats spiders, I eat Jerky. . .Hehee~. That is all the mind wishes to portray."

With that said she hops happily back into her seat. Her free hand casually graces itself over the long body of her friend Nobun and she continues to smile wide.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[21:23] The Kitsune would look around to all those present, taking in their appearance and introductions. He almost fails realize that it's his own turn in-time, an awkward silence falling over the room before he finally speaks.

"Oh..."

"I'm Blyze, trainee Alchemist. Student of Danica. Occulti-... uh.. Originally from Sheng... My boyfriend's name is Noriko, he's also in the guild but currently sleeping. I'll have him introduce himself when he's up..."

"That's uh... about it I think..."
(Blyze)
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[21:26] Caleb offers Nobun a tarantula. Passes his hand through Nobun making him chitter with happiness before he tells Saranta, "Is Nobun improving?"
(Caleb Arborea)
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[21:26] While he was thankful for the beverage, Revan did not fancy himself a drinker. As the meeting went underway, his golden irises would follow those around the room, taking note of each individual and the notes they gave of themselves. Well- without taking literal notes on everyone, he knew the sort of organization this was, and privacy was key.

His raw mana whipping and whirling around him freely until it was his turn to speak. Rising from his chair he would place a hand on his chest and bow his head.

"Hello, I am Revan Task, the eldest son of Dun Task, the clown Prince.. Because of this, there are expectations of me I intend to meet, and I have.. Some rather large shoes to fill." it was hard to tell if the pun was intended through his neutral tone, but he would continue.

"I am a medic, and I've been told I am.. Fairly good at making connections, and negotiating.. I look forward to working with, and learning more of you all." Then he would take his seat once again and turn to Danica.
(Revan Task)
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[21:36] Danica would keep her eyes on each of her guild members while they proceed to introduce themselves to one another. Those lips twitch into a bit of a smile, subtle but rare to see on the Drugovic. The sake she'd been holding in her clasped hands, it brought up for a swig before it is placed onto the table. Her hands hold in front of her once more, looking relaxed as she continued to listen to all of them..

"Welcome Demios, welcome Masashige, welcome Caleb, welcome Saranta, welcome Blyze, and welcome Revan." An even bigger smile then, and a slow nod of her head. A thoughtful pause.

"--to the initiation meeting of The Nightbound." She said,

"I am pleased to have all of you join me by my side. We fight and protect each other here. I want this guild to be a place all of you can come if you ever find yourself in any sort of pickle. Together- I know we will be capable of many things."

It seemed when Danica put on her leader of this guild persona, she spoke slowly and clearly. Forcing her normal accent onto the backburner, so it was easier to understand her now...As this was important.

"We do have a few rules that we would like you to abide by for now, if you wouldn't mind giving them a look over." Those small hands would lift, and point toward the chalk board in the back of the room.(rules channel in the discord.) It would have all of the rules made thus far listed on it.

"At the end of this meeting I would like you all to be prepared to swear an oath of loyalty to the group." A simple nod is given, "As for now, I would like you all to explain how you would like to represent your guild symbol, as well as if any of you have any ideas for a first mission....As I would like to get something together for us soon."

Another nod.

"Any and all suggestions are welcome. I might be Lady Nightmare, but I would like to work as a team with most of the decision making."

Then? She'd simply wait to hear from her guild members.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[21:40] Caleb Arborea whispers something.
[21:40] Masashige draws the symbol of Nightbound with a few whips of fire, before giggling.

"I suggest latching ourselves into all sorts of political sources, and siphon them for resources to make ourselves strong. Otherwise? I am content with whatever we pursue. Do bear in mind, Barsburg however. Some of us may be threatened soon by that far nation."
(Masashige Inoue)
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[21:44] Represent his guild symbol?

"Hm... I can get my ear pierced I suppose - a cute little piercing with the symbol on it or something along those lines... can't really speak for Noriko however,"

He answers then, tapping his chin in thought.

"As for a first mission, I've got nothing. Oh, maybe we can go Demon hunting... never seen one of those before. Or do a heist and secure some funds for the guild..."
(Blyze)
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[21:45] Blyze asks, "Rob a few people?"
[21:47] Caleb remains quiet, tapping his fingers calmly on the table.
(Caleb Arborea)
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[21:48] Following Masashige's lead, he would trace his finger in the air, recreating the symbol of The Nightbound in his ethereal mana. The bandaged teen had hoped this would be sufficient for Danica, though if it must be emblazoned on him somehow, he had one thought in mind, but would wait to see if that would be enforced.

A nod following, "I agree with Masashige.. I would like to see our guild spread wide, and use our influence to make moves.. Dani is aware that I am one of the leaders of another powerful guild.. And we are taking another rookier guild under our wing.. Or.. I will be pushing for us to." He would say, slicking his tongue behind his teeth before continuing.

"I intend to groom the rookie guild for loyalty, obedience, and in time, I will have them do the more dirtier jobs that need to be done." Turning his head to Blyze, he would wonder who was really worth robbing.

"A.. Heist might not be so bad.. Perhaps we could get someshipping records.. Find a ship.. And see what we can't manage to steal.. it would be nigh impossible for them to get reinforcements.. And we would get a good diversity of gold and reosurces."
(Revan Task)
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[21:49] Demios tilted his head slightly, a taloned finger coming up to tap at the tattoo of the guild emblem under his left ear.

His gaze rested on Blyze for a moment.
"As I said at the last meeting, robbing people will just lead ta us gettin hunted, we can make far more coin through legitimate business."

He scratched his chin lightly.
(Demios Arborea)
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[21:50] Masashige nods to Demios, a sign of agreement. She has little to say otherwise.
(Masashige Inoue)
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[22:03] Danica wasn't sure how she felt about slinking their way into politics, but she didn't entirely seem disinterested either..

"Perhaps once we make more of a name for ourselves, we can work on fitting I somewhere politically. I'd like to think in the long run, we could even manage to create our own settlement..."

Power. Danica claimed power, control...But these things took time and effort.

"Ties with other guilds are a good idea, however..." She shrugged, "Some in our guild wish to be anonymous, so let's be secretive with our members and respectful of guild secrets. All business held within our guild, is private. Which is where that loyalty comes in."

Another nod of her head. Those purple hues drift toward Blyze, and she smiles. Someone willing to wear the guild symbol? She liked that.

"As for how you show your symbols, those all sound like good methods. It's mainly just so we are more aware of who is a part of our guild. Don't need any of you accidentally killing each other..."

She chuckled slightly.

"A heist or ship robbery could work in our favor, yes. I'd like to find us disguises, that way whoever is interested in robbing people will be safe in doing so...Can't be hunted if they don't know who you are..." Her hues drift to Demios, and she smiles softly.

"For now, if I made cloaks ...Who would want one? It's optional."
(Danica Drugovic)
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[22:04] Caleb Arborea says, "I want one."
[22:05] Masashige blinks, and shakes her head. She does not wish for a cloak.
(Masashige Inoue)
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[22:05] Demios Arborea says, "A cloak would get in tha way of ma wings."
[22:05] Demios Arborea says, "It also might catch fire if I get ticked off."
[22:05] Saranta Hellaxis says, "Mm, no cloak. White catches stains the best, it is preferred. Cloaks are usually secretive, dark in color."
[22:06] Blyze says, "A dark cloak and a mask, and I'll amp up my mugging game."
[22:07] Caleb Arborea says, "I have no issues with the legitimacy of your actions, but don't let it trace you back to the Nightbound."
[22:08] Revan would raise a single finger, a question. "I.. Feel there is something contradictory about that.. You say we may dip into politics once we have more renown.. Yet many of us wish to remain anonymous.. And keep the guild a secret."

It seemed like the margin of success countered their methods of operation. "So.. How do we accomplish all of those?.. Do the Masks and cloaks create a sort of.. Hm.. how do I phrase this.. Boogie man-like appearance?"
(Revan Task)
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[22:10] Saranta Hellaxis asks, "Boogie man? Do you wish to raise nightmares?"
[22:12] Revan Task says, "I'm not opposed- but that was the closest thing I could think of for how it would work in effect"
[22:14] Caleb pokes Saranta.
(Caleb Arborea)
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[22:15] "Some of you wish to remain anonymous, not all of you."

Its said toward Revan, simply.

"Also if we find disguises- it is easier to handle political advances. We are talking much farther in the future, these things don't happen overnight."

It's said simply, as those purple hues drift to Grey.

"Nice of you to make it." She squinted, before bringing her attention back to Revan.

"If we created a settlement, it would be a place where people like most of us, those who feel they have nowhere to belong...Who have lost, and who carry vengeance that seeks to be rectified."

That purple in her eyes glowed just a bit, a soft glitter presenting itself. Revan seemed to give her a peculiar sense of interest.

"The guild members wish to remain a secret, but the group as a whole...It will be known, if we wish to get any sense of status quo."

She tilts her head.

"What would YOU suggest, Revan?"
(Danica Drugovic)
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[22:19] Saranta quietly taps her fingers on the table as she sits in her seat. Her golden eyes wander around the room for a moment before just settling back on her centipede. She giggles and resumes petting the creature as it silently chitters an audible buzz.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[22:21] Grey would have walked in with a large sack behind his back, and two different reed wraps in his mouth.

"Went...cave..damn, bugs."


Unlike his last time showing up, he lost his polish, but came quick to make up with it as he dropped the bag, the only thing that /was/ clean about him on the ground.

"Thousan' coin, my late fee , I presume."

He'd say it with an obvious smile, this was no more than a regular donation for him.

He'd quickly snap his fingers and he was suddenly much more prettied up, but was still...beaten up, he'd shamble towards a stool, looking at Danica before he tried to sober himself.

"Lady Nightmare, sorry to bother the meeting, but, when do I get my /first/ Tattoo?"

Strange as he was already tatted up from head to toe, but suddenly they looked far more...faulty, except for his "O A T H B R E A K E R" mark upon his face.

That of all things was real.

What a guy.
(Grey Arborea)
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[22:24] Masashige smiles, and stands up. She walks over to Danica, and kow-tows, or bows so low as to touch her head to the floor. A Sheng tradition.

"I know little where you may lead, but I have grown to trust you in the time you've lead us so far. I put my trust and swear to serve you."

She looks up, with somewhat messy hair and a grin.
(Masashige Inoue)
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[22:28] His inquiry was simply one of understanding, wishing to make sense of what he interpreted as opposing goals. However, it seemed the ball was in his court as he saw that he had captured their leader's interest.

"I think those of us, myself included, that wish to remain anonymous and operate from the shadows are certainly the wiser approach.. To those that don't conceal their identity, they become targets.. liabilities.. Regardless of us banding together and watching out for one another.. The risk of capture, torture, and revealing all of our secrets is still heavily present."

He would reach up to press the tip of his thumb against one of his sharp canine teeth, letting Grey disrupt for a moment.

"Unless.. We wish to make a statement from the start.. Be it through a heist, or a grand display.. Some show of power.. Sneaking in to somewhere thought to be impregnable, and leaving our mark.." It was merely conceptual, nothing concrete as of yet, though that is why they were a guild, to share and exchange information, to put details together and make their wishes a reality.

"Baby steps.. I understand.. We need finances and resources first.. Though it's food for thought."
(Revan Task)
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[22:28] {GUILD} You contributed 1000c to The Nightbound
[22:36] Saranta looks over at Revan and cants her head a little. Her mind wanders a bit with idle thoughts on his words. So much talk of secrets and many words on making a statement with a heist.

"Mm, why must we leave a mark? The lying spiders leave marks around the home and Nobun knows where to find them because of it. Whispers are much harder to track, very much hard to track. Hard to track like the mind and how it wanders. Hehee~"

She then drums her hand on the table lightly, soon placing her centipede friend back onto the wood surface. The long creature writhes around and skits about with random bursts of speed. He seemed excited.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[22:40] Danica seemed pleased by Revan's response. It was as if he had given her the answer she had been seeking, one who had perhaps been paying attention to the guild rules.

Concealing of identity in public was a rule. Being a part of the guild was meant to be concealed.

"Good- your reasoning is good. Exactly what I was thinking when I made the rules of the guild." She clears her throat.

"Rule number two...One does not speak of being a part of the guild to anyone. This is a secret society. Attacks hit harder when people don’t know who you are, or who you stand for. If anyone is found to be loose lipped, there is a chance of being kicked from the guild..."

Had anyone noticed?

Danica would bring her attention to Grey, and stuff away the coins offered.

"Introduce yourself, and a little bit about you." She said simply to Grey, as he'd missed introductions.

"If you'd like to have the guild symbol as a tattoo, I can manage that. Tattoo's aren't required though."

Then finally her purple hues drift to Masashige. A few slow blinks are given, as she watches to girl bow and pledge loyalty. A wide smile is given.

"I accept your oath of loyalty. You may be at ease."

Then her attention drifts back to Revan.

"We could always...Do something meaningless at first. Perhaps leave something odd in one of those inpregnable places? That could be fun." Danica found herself smirking mischievously.

"A heist sounds like a good thing to do for coin, though. Which is something the guild desperately needs..."

Baby steps.

"At any rate- anyone else who wish's to provide an oath of loyalty, agreeing to all the set rules thus far, and agreeing to stick by my side and under my leadership, may do so now."

….Were they....All going to bow?

Suddenly she seemed apprehensive.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[22:41] Masashige gets up a moment later, giving a less heavy-headed bow. She returns to her seat.
(Masashige Inoue)
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[22:43] Demios Arborea asks, "Ya know ya have my loyalty love, an I'm already marked. Ya wantin me ta bow?"
[22:43] Demios smirks.
(Demios Arborea)
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[22:44] Danica Drugovic says, "Tha' would actually b' kinda hot."
[22:44] Danica cackles.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[22:44] Demios grins.
(Demios Arborea)
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[22:44] Demios Arborea says, "Something for later then."
[22:45] Saranta Hellaxis says, "Mmm, the two speak in heated words. Strange way to act amongst the public, eh Nobun? Hehee~"
[22:46] Danica Drugovic says, "We all family 'ere now. Ye' get tha' privledge o' seein' m' most 'eated words."
[22:47] Grey would quickly make way to sit by his Brother, drink in hand would watch Saranta with her centipede.

"well, you're fun to be around."

He'd quickly make sure to hush himself, this was time to stay...oh fuck it, Grey would quickly grap a reed-wrap

Grey would quickly think up what he should say for his introduction.


""

He'd quickly watch the interaction between his brother and his leader,

and simply say

"I'm family, but more importantly I'm whatever my allies here need me to be"

That was the truth, after all.
(Grey Arborea)
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[22:51] A simple shrug would be given to Saranta, "Anything to spark those whispers, to have people start speaking of us like we're those scary stories they tell their kids.. To have people who cross us go missing in the night."

He would be happy to hear that his words and suggestions pleased their leader, hearing her suggestion of doing something meaningless. "Just to spread chaos and confusion?.." A wicked grin would cross his face, "I'm in.."

Upon asked for his oath of loyalty, he would rest his food over his knee, ".. Would you care for another toe nail, Or shall I give you blood this time?"

He was ready to offer either, whichever Danica preferred from the intense teenager, who was certainly the youngest in the room. Though such should've been expected by a boy raised and groomed by Dun.

"You have my loyalty and support, of course. To watch over each other in the guild as if we were blood, and to use my connections to our aid."

Whichever would be asked of him, blood or nail, he would give it to her. Though he would bow nothing more than his head.
(Revan Task)
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[22:53] Saranta brings herself to a stand as she holds her hand on the table. Nobun quickly darts up her wrist and makes way for the top of her hood, where the large thing rests. She then moves a step back and faces Danica.

"Me and Nobun pledge honor and loyalty to one we expect the same from. To respect one above us is to see them as equal in this grey world, to follow loyalty would be for us to be chained to such. We assure you, we hate chain, but choose to honor a friend and respected person." With that said, Saranta bows her head in a half-bow like stance, Nobun does the same upon her brow. Then, she looks up with a widened toothy grin.

"I do hope we have lots of fun and smiles on our adventures! Such chaotic fun to have in this strange world! Hehee~" She skips back to her seat with glee and sits down with enough force the chair creaks.

The Rhoynur's centipede ally makes its way back on the table. She sits there and keeps her hands under thewooden confines, clapping them together quietly in a fit of excitement.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[23:03] Those purple hues stare expectantly at each person who speaks their loyalty, and that smile once more forms on Danica's visage. Odd to see such an emotion on Danica, and it almost looked foreign for her. Though it was clear, she seemed very happy about all of this.

"I accept all of ye' loyalties." She would say, before...

Lady Nightmare herself, would offer the most subtle of bows.

"I pledge my loyalty, protection, and respect ta' ye' all. I 'ope as a team we can make a name for ourselves, and accomplish much change in this world. Even if most o' it is a bit chaotic."

Another mischievous look, as her hues dart toward Revan again. He seemed to be on her level with making things chaotic.

"Ye' already gave me a toenail- I need nothin' but ye' words. Thank ye'." She looked the boy over for a moment, thought it wasn't filled with judgement, it was filled with asense of..Acceptance. Approval?

"I'd like ye' ta' 'elp me plan our first mission whenever ye' 'ave time. We can brainstorm some sort o' madness between tha' two o' us I think."

She would smile before walking forward to grab her sake from the table. She downs the entirety of the bottle.

"Alri' tha's enough from me. Enjoy ye' food and beverages an' learn more bout' each other. Focus on gettin' coin or collecting supplies for alchemists. We 'ave chests ye' can put gathered supplies in if you wish to contribute."

She'd plop herself back into Demios's lap.

"If ye' 'ave any concerns, let me kno'."


(Danica Drugovic)
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[23:04] Masashige Inoue says, "Oh that's right."
[23:04] Masashige Inoue says, "Hey, Demios."
[23:05] Danica Drugovic says, "Potions would be free, of course. Long as we 'ave tha' supplies."
[23:05] Danica Drugovic says, "I also kno' a blacksmith should ye' need equipment."
[23:06] Revan Task says, "Actually Dani.. That is something I wished to discuss with you.. That may be helpful"
[23:07] Saranta Hellaxis asks, "Free potions? Even the forgetful potions?"
[23:07] Danica Drugovic says, "If ye' 'ave tha' ingredients, sure."
[23:07] Grey Arborea asks, "why, you need it?"
[23:08] Demios leans back slighlty, allowing Danica to get comfortable in his lap, a pleased smile spreading across his lips.

His tail scooping up the resources Masashige dropped off for him, depositing them in his bag.

"Thanks Masa."

His gaze shifts to Saranta.
"I'm willing ta do free potions for tha guild, as long as ya provide the resources and ain't wanting em in bulk."
(Demios Arborea)
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[23:08] Saranta Hellaxis says, "Mm, me and Nobun should go search then. Yes we need it for the future, when our circuits get quite spent from our practicing."
[23:09] Demios Arborea says, "Also if ya needing medical attention, I can provide tha as well."
[23:09] Danica gets Demios's tail and pets at it. She approves.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[23:09] Demios tail curls in Danica's lap.
(Demios Arborea)
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[23:10] Saranta leans on the table and begins petting her centipede friend with long strokes.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[23:12] Demios rests his chin on Danica's shoulder
(Demios Arborea)
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[23:13] There would be a growing sense of pride within the young Task as he earned to attention and favor of Danica, her going as far to ask him to join her in coming up with their first mission.

"Of course- I will set the time aside and we can discuss that at a later date.. I actually was hoping.. Well.. Since your visit to Alabastre, mentioning the guild to Fenes.. I saw an opportunity to propose that Alliance we spoke of."

He wasn't sure how exactly the details of such an alliance with their secret organization would work, but that's why he was here, to begin the dialogue. ".. My guild has fully entrusted me with handling the negotiations.. Our guild is not particularly rich in gold.. Though we do have master crafters, and a growing stock of resources.."

It was what his guild has put together, thinking they could offer. "As well as our Strength.. They were possibly wishing for mutual protection and aid on missions.. Though I was wanting to know specifically you'd like out of such a marriage of our two guilds?"
(Revan Task)
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[23:17] Grey just kinda chills with his redreed wrap.

Doesn't have anything to pet and or stroke, but damn this is basically a larger version of his usual family. Except for...


/him/.

Grey was a bit shaken but, regardless of his substances.
He'd quickly stand, raising a drink.

"To Family!"

(Grey Arborea)
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[23:19] Demios retrieves his bottle from the table, raising it up for a brief moment before taking a drink, his other arm squeezing Danica gently.
(Demios Arborea)
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[23:20] Masashige gets up and smiles.
(Masashige Inoue)
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[23:20] Masashige Inoue says, "To family."
[23:20] Crafters. Resources. Usefulness.

Those purple hues examine Revan with interest, and she would nod her head. "Ya'- I was actually thinkin' bout' tha'." She stated, though the sound of two guilds being married sounded odd, but...She'd look passed his odd metaphor.

"If ye' guild is swearin' loyalty ta' mine and me, then they would b' received positively. We would reciprocate. However..." She looks sternly now, "I aint' give second chances...One instance o' unloyalty or otherwise improper behavior- I'd retract my alliance."

It had to be known, right? Something so serious needed to be deal with seriously.

Looking toward Grey, she'd life another sake and toast to that. She downs an entire bottle.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[23:20] Masashige Inoue says, "Oh, but I must get going, the rest of the guard may notice my absence."
[23:20] Masashige Inoue says, "I thank you for your time."
[23:20] Danica Drugovic says, "Alri' Masa. Be safe. See ye' soon."
[23:20] A marriage? Oh what a strange thought be used in tone with guilds and the like. Saranta, being the non-communal genius she was, simply tilted her head as she continued to grin. Guilds were strange.

Yet, there was a sense of familiarity with it all, an ill sense. She giggled to herself as her eyes flashed a soft green. She turned her gaze back down to Nobun as she begins to whisper. The small thing twitches its antennae with each breath from her words.

Was she actually speaking to it? Privately so, just opinions and self-interested conversations. The same that one would have with themselves to a mirror. Shortly after, she raises a cloth from her pack and raises it up to her hood, assumingly wiping her face with it before returning it back to the bag.

The Rhoynish golden hues lift and return back to the table, now looking at the various drinks some are partaking in. The smell on their breaths meant alcohol.

"Mm, rotten substances for the cleansing of the body Nobun." She speaks up in mild commentary.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[23:27] Demios grins.
(Demios Arborea)
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[23:28] Demios wings move around his form, encapsulating Danica slightly.
(Demios Arborea)
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[23:38] Not wishing to be left out of the toast, Revan would lift the bottle of sake offered, and would take the tiniest of sip- little compromises.

"An alliance is nothing without trust."

He would say with the faintest grin, filled with delight that he was able to begin having the two work together. "I doubt you would have much to worry about- my guild tends to be full of the.. Tenderhearted. They wouldn't have what it takes to truly betray you- especially since the founders have already met you, and like you.

As I told you when asking what you thought of them, they primarily care for adventure, not politics. As long as we keep to the shadows, the members of our guild remain a secret, then I have little doubts it won't be a strong partnership. Dragon's Tooth could handle matters that require faces to be shown, and The Nightbound can handle the more.. Unsightly jobs... Atleast until I have finished grooming The Shepherds into my sheep."

Another wicked smile as he adored the irony in their name- even if it wasn't finalized, he hoped they would keep it. Clicking his tongue against his teeth, trying to remember other matters, he'd remember how sparse with details he had been when proposing the alliance to his guildmates.

"Oh yes.. What Pseudonym would you like me to use when I say that you're open to an alliance based on mutual loyalty, and exchange of goods and protection? I assume we don't want them to know you are the head of The Nightbound when our renown starts increasing."
(Revan Task)
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[23:47] Saranta idly taps her fingers on the table to a quiet tune. A slow drummed hum could be heard if one tunes into her side of table. It seems that she is keeping to herself as the more complex sides of the social group are being discussed. She would speak if anything catches her interest.

For now she whispers to the words to her own song.


"Is this my new hole?"
"Temporarily found"
"Where the weed's overgrown"
"With the cold winter clouds"
"Sailing down"
"Sail down"


Nobun's normal bursts of speed are replaced with eerily smooth movements to the point where her whispers go back to idle humming and silent listening. If one was to look under her hood, they would see her grin as wide as it always is, and a blank green glowed stare.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[23:49] Danica enjoyed Revan's way of thinking, so much so, that her sinister grin plastered all over her face then. The way he spoke gave her a sense that he intended to help her lead. If he kept pitching such good ideas, and participating in group meetings? Surely there'd be a promotion in his future. Drive, confidence, as well as wisdom were things Danica enjoyed seeing in the young ones.

After all, Revan had caught her attention since she'd first met the boy. He had potential, potential that had nothing to do with his family given name....No, something that was more...Him. He was going to make a name for himself.

"I like ye' way o' thinkin' Revan." She says, as she grabs another sake. She was becoming relaxed and inebriated, but she was no sloppy drunk.

"As for a Pseudonym....Hm...S'pose ye' could jus' call me …" She pauses and smirks.

"The Boogeyman." She wiggles her fingers in the air to add that comical emphasis....But she was totally serious.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[23:57] Saranta's humming comes to a stop as she hears the term called. Boogeyman! Oh how this brings some strange thoughts to her mind, memories of the short spar they had once. It was appropriate considering how Danica adored messing with fears. Vile play but quite fun to endure, for a broken minded young girl.
(Saranta Hellaxis)
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[23:58] He would steeple his fingers, hearing Saranta's song accompanied by the tempo of Nobun's many legs on the table would fill him with joy. Just her chaotic presence delighted the bandaged teen, only furthered as he continued to earn the praise and favor of Danica, truly with their twisted minds combined, and the company they kept, they would control much of Esshar.

"I like it.. Very well- I believe I have everything I need to know."

He would stay a moment longer, studying the intimacy between Deimos and Danica- was it weird if he was caught peeking? Almost definitely, but Revan was a weird kid- though they weren't exactly quiet about one another's affections either.

"Deimos.. Might I ask you a question?" He would ask, directing the conversation to his Leader's boyfriend. "What.. Are some good.. Date spots.. Ideas.. Things to do?"
(Revan Task)