Journal 19

[17:53] Irkalla says, "We are in a difficult time however..."
[17:55] Cecilia Pitri asks, "What is that thing behind you?"
[17:59] While roaming on the outskirts of the dreadwoods entrance. The sight of barsburg militia could only provoke the woman from afar to move about at random, supratic until eventually the individuals attention were gained.

However, the act waned upon the first question asked. A subtle gaze cast in direction of the kaor over their shoulder. "This is my apprentice. Eugo. A capable one... And... You. Are?" A questionable brow raised in curiosity towards the woman.
(Irkalla)
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[18:00] Even though miles existed between Osrona and the Dreadwoods, still were the roaming close to the edges of the woods.

There are new faces, some they glance towards idly. A child and a woman, one older. Could this be their first encounter with someone of true rank within the Barsburg military?

Jianyu glanced down at their hand, humming slightly as they instead decided to approach Cecilia, narrow hues locking with hers. "And are you a 'big Corporal'? Your terminology and rankings are beyond me." A dainty hand rose, rising to rest along their cheek as they view the woman from close up.

"Your people intrigue me."
(Jianyu Xi)
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[18:00] Yami ...grimaced.
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[18:01] An empty hollow gaze was shown as an abyss resides where the Creatures face would normally be. Empty and swelling with shadows and umbral forces. Clear that the creature itself was not of this realm but instead one of the many denizens of the Dreadwoods.

And one of the few of its kind as well. Even amongst other Kaor's Eugo Ravias took on an appearance unlike the rest, Visible shadows swelled around them as the cackling sound of the corruption danced along its body.

A gaze was given towards those of Barsburg them wondering so closely towards the Dreadwoods once again in search of what? The demon could only wonder.

As he was question he quickly 'glanced' in their direction. "I am the Dark Shaman, Eugo Ravias. What business do you have with me?" Echos of whispers in the wind, As the demons voice invested the minds of those present.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[18:03] Zayne approacahed the encounter between the forces of Barsburg and the more demon-aligned ones when it seemed to spark up. Quiet and silent would he observe the exchange between the two sides, hoping to learn more, to find something novel.
(Zayne Alcantar)
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[18:05] The question had been asked from afar, before she was able to properly take in the two individuals in-front of that mass of darkness. One seemed 'normal'... the other? Something else entirely. The air around them wasn't right, as if they all seeped corruption. Though if that were entirely the creatures doing, she couldn't say.

"An apprentice? That thing? What is it...? Wait, let me guess. A Demon? What else could it be..." She voices, purple-hues sizing them all up.

And then she chuckles.

"Corporal? No. I've recently been promoted to a Sergeant," There was a sort of... pride to her words "My name is Cecilia Pitri, member of the Diamond Eagles, a platoon dedicated to collaring... well, those things behind you,"
(Cecilia Pitri)
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[18:06] Yami takes a stoic stance. His cerulean gaze is turned cold, and given toward the Ascended, as well as the 'Dark Shaman.' The Kurokaiyo slowly takes a step forward, standing in unison with their Sergeant.

He whispers.
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[18:06] Blackjack would stand at attention behind Sergeant Pitri
(Blackjack)
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[18:08] "Sergeant!" Hands came together, clapping once as their head tilts to the side a bit. How Cecilia spoke with such pride of her promotion.

"A platoon, which collars those?" They repeat as their icy gaze shifted to Eugo. "What will you do then, Sergeant?"

Yet another question as they stare. It's clear what is to occur but they wished to linger on more pleasant topics.

Even though feasting would be pleasant in its own right. "Tell me, have you succeeded in your efforts at all lately?" Perhaps with lessers or that of the like but, to their knowledge, no Kaor has received one of those filthy collars Barsburg has boasted of.

"Do you think that you'll succeed now?"
(Jianyu Xi)
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[18:12] "And that would mean... Me, as well." The woman spoke, a pale visage with pointed ears. The sight of a teraphim. Had it not been for the four horns protruding from out back of their head. Waning between the mortal and spiritual plane.

"But regardless... It is as she speaks. I doubt you've been successful in your endeavors. To continue... When you've the island to worry about. Is such a pour use of sight."

They mumbled towards the end, levitating in place. Moving towards a nearby stump to place themselves over top to take a seat. Without much display in hostilities. The ascended seemed fine enough to observe. Chiming in only a few pieces occasionally.
(Irkalla)
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[18:14] It was an amusing suggestion to learn that there an entire company within Barsburg that intends to capture and collar demon kind it was quite a bit of information revealed on the Sergeants side.

It only meant that they had absolutely no reason to restrain themselves against those who are amongst the Diamond Eagles seeing of what their intentions were.

Eugo wouldn't seem too threatened however, At most he would scoff at the thought of being collared by the likes of Barsburg. He'd rather see his death just as the Metal Kaor had been put to rest. Yet he knew very well it would never come to that.

The flow of the Timestream was tapped into, A embody vail of darkness shrouded around the demon just as it lingered between the Dreadwoods and the outlying forests. "Starting conflict with Demons and the Rest of Esshar. What do you all hope to gain from this? I wonder."
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[18:17] "Ha!" She chuckles, hands clasping together in a feigned joy "On the contrary, it's looking like we're barely having to lift a finger. Your friends are doing our job for us, turning themselves in and domesticating themselves like wittle pets..."

"Isn't it hilarious?"

More feigned chuckling before she takes on a more serious posture. Despite her antagonizing, she'd be a fool to underestimate the mysterious foes. Especially the humanoid one - for she'd heard the stories of their might, but also the embarrassments.

"But no. I personally have yet to succeed in that endeavour, though I can't really say that It's because I lack the strength. More-so, I've yet to actually encounter your ilk. Do you hide and linger in the shadows like rodents?"

Finally she addresses the Demon, an odd prospect in all honesty.

"Unification."

"To put it simply. Your country is a mess. It's filled with incapable leaders, and literal monsters lurking around ever corner. I even hear it's harboring Witches."
(Cecilia Pitri)
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[18:18] Eugo La Ravias's voice (to Blackjack): Things will come to blows no doubt, Keep yourself on reserve in case things turn ugly.
[18:25] It's like the same spiel. Jianyu began to wonder if they are cogs inside and out. They couldn't help but let a bit of laughter spill from their lips as they turned elsewhere, hand waving slightly.

"No one is hiding. I encounter your child Corporals more than anyone of true rank. Always about and always keeping what is ours safe..."

Jianyu shook their head.

"Your people and Empire are a mess. Unification under what you believe is mere slavery. Time and time again has such been proven futile. Outrage will occur, you people will throw you over."

"Get on with it now. Do your job." They taunt her into attacking, to make capture attempts here and now. "Do it."

"Do it, Sergeant."
(Jianyu Xi)
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[18:35] The demon looked around wondering what she meant by 'Hiding' In the shadows. "I have no need to hide in the Shadows, I am the shadows."

The demon claimed, Echo's of the tortured voices it manifested ringing throughout the area. The demon was in plain view for anyone to see so her attempts at making it seem as if he was some sort of cowards were quickly diminished.

Unification was their goal? It seemed as if Barsburg had intentions to claim Esshar in some sort of savior complex that they had. What made them believe they would do any better than the foolish rulers that reside here now?

There was very little to actually go upon yet from her words he could only see that the Barsburgian Machine was just as corrupt as any other system. "The fantasies often given to children so they can be quelled and controlled....How quaint."

His interest in the Sergeant began to wane But Eugo wondered if she'd actually makedue on her promise to capture him After all he was the only Kaor and seemed to be the target of her Ire.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[18:35] "It's working out pretty well so far, not that I care much for what you have to say. Your words are like dirt, demon sympathiser," She scoffs, rolling her eyes as she paces back a few steps.

"...But very well,"

Her Railgun is taken between her fingers then. The marvel of Barsburgian technology charged and loaded for a fight that was sure to follow. "If you could kindly step out of the way and let me relieve you of that abomination, then this'll go a whole lot quicker,"

Violet flames engulf her form, a mirror image quickly spawning into existence by her side.

"Or do I have to go through you first?"
(Cecilia Pitri)
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[18:40] Lips curl into a little smile. How quaint of them to be referred as such. A 'demon sympathizer' what a term. Yet, they make no acknowledgement of it.

"Why of course you'll have to go through me." Dainty digits wiggled, reaching out for their bow.

"Give me a show." They step back, digits tugging at the bowstring. "Give me a dance."

All have been quite boring so far. Like Barsburg soldiers bore little personality or personal drive of their own. For the Machine, or something of the likes.

Pitiful, really. An existence of now personal passion nor drive.
(Jianyu Xi)
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[18:41] Eugo glares towards the other men of Barsburg gathered seeing if they had the guts to challenge the SHadowy demon.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[18:53] There was nothing quite like the thrill one received when faced with odds that were so greatly stacked against them. Jianyu was but one of three potential opponents she'd have to fight, and yet it seemed she was struggling to best even this one.

They were elusive and yet powerful in their magics, their attacks able to best her in literal moments if she made an error in judgement. Thus she remained alert, as alert as one could be in this situation. Waiting for the most opportune time to trap her opponent within a heavy force of gravity.

"Pass, I don't much like games. Nor will I attempt to play at yours, fight like you mean it, cretin,"

She paces back again, preparing to lunge back in and continue the fight.

"That goes double for your fortune reading. Keep that to yourself, I like not knowing what tomorrow will bring,"

Thus the fighting continued.
(Cecilia Pitri)
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[19:11] "Oh?"

It's not her plasma that overwhelms them, it's the obnoxious pull and tug of gravity. Restricting in every way possible. Formidable- It was about time they faced someone of impressive strength.

While they're thrashed about, burnt and weighed down, they push through with a wide grin on their features. "You'll play games with me, Sergeant. There's no choice."

A price paid in a dance, blood, or life. Her lack of cooperation shifted the price she'd pay to them. Electricity sparked around them, tainted to the very core as it's shot out, striking her legs, her arms, her chest.

They aim for vitals, seeking to draw as much blood from her as possible. With her pushed back did they whisk their hand and one of the orbiting cards around them plucked up.

"The Chariot drawn in reverse."

Fate would be read at their own pleasure, the Fortune Teller couldn't wipe the smile from their face as the drawn occultic card shifted into the nock of their bow. Breath grew ragged, they're fatigue and strained but they continue onward.

"Your future is one of lack of control and direction, personal that is. While you follow your Empire like a dog on a leash, you neglect every personal aspect of yourself. It leads to aggression and a sense of loss without the mechanical twist and turn of your cog-works. In short, you're truly, at your core, a boring individual with no true person. I believe it's better off that you die. It's not like you were alive with purpose outside of slavery and servitude."

Read aloud and concluding with a decisive shot of occultism straight to the woman's side, piercing her and shooting out from the otherside. Blood spews, its a fatal wound that inflicts her with corrupting mana, threatening to change her.

She falls back and the Fortune Teller happily moves over to her. "I'm going to keep you for a while. Irkalla, Eugo, make sure they don't get in my way." Jianyu leaned down and formed restraints around the bleeding woman before grabbing her arm and dragging her away.

"If you want her back, release all your prisoners. All of them. In the coming weeks she'll die if that demand is not met."

Something more formal will be given but for now, they leave the present Corporals with information to relay.
(Jianyu Xi)
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[19:15] Zayne knew his place when it was spoken. As soon as he witnessed Cecilia's fall and the words that followed from Jianyu's lips the teenager turned around, looking towards the city. A hand moved up to adjust his hat and steps away from the situation were already taken.

"I will ensure the message is passed. Worry not, Sergeant Pitri."
(Zayne Alcantar)
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[19:17] "..."

A set of hands steadily scuffled about inside of his pockets, fearing to meet the outside. But... what other choice did the youth have? It was clear as to what he should do.

He stares toward Zayne. No form of retaliation, whatsoever? Had they not cared?

A thought crossed his mind. Something Captain Kirill told him.

"You're just another miserable existence."

The Kurokaiyo's palms leave his pockets, whipping through the air. Suddenly, both his iris and sclera grow dark, a much more sinister visage written across his countenance.

"I'm sorry. I cannot follow your orders. Unhand Sergeant Pitri. Now."

Although he makes a demand, he knows what the answer will be already. Demons and Witches do not play fair. If they fail to rescue the Sergeant now, it might be game over.

He doesn't hesitate being the first to move forward, a bolt of lightning following in his steps. He pointed his fists toward Jianyu.
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[19:17] haha...
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[19:18] No...
(Jianyu Xi)
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[19:20] "How Ironic." The demon would turn towards the Barsburgian soldiers who witnessed their ranking officer defeated. Eugo manifested their occultic energies as it was a warning, Or even a threat to them.

"If you are to come here with Chains you had better be prepared to be chained yourself, That is the lesson you will all learn today." The demon echoed whispers into the minds of those present.

Umbral Essence bleeds into reality, A true nightmare in the making as the Demon moves to block off anyone aiming to stop Jianyu from taking her prize in the Sergeant.

Claws of shadow and time swirled together in an unsettling energy that seemed to break at the threads of reality, Making being around the demon without a difficult thing for those who weren't privy to Darkness.

The shade moves towards Yami, Seeing as he was the first to speak out his attention would be on him. "Words mean little boy, If you're not prepared to fight for your sergeant then leave."

An exhuming darkness breathed disasters and began to twist and regress the area around them. The demon was stalwart in defending Jianyu from further battle.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[19:21] "fuck..."

Blackjack would watch wide-eyed as the fight would continue, wide eyed and, for a moment in awe of Jianyu's prowess...his own occult would flare up after the arrow would break through the Sargent's skin.

"We gotta get back to HQ!...before they snag any more of us..."

Blackjack would run to Yumi, with a loose grip.

"Do you want to die? We need to get out of here!"

Regardless of Yumi's response, he would begin to run back to the gates of the city.
(Blackjack)
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[19:22] What the fuck? This was quite the thing to run into on a casual walk. Somebody who was entwined in The Machine being defeated? Demands being made? It was infuriating. To think that somebody just overpowered another Cog really didn't feel real.


But the most insulting part was the demands. Reaching for her blade. Mona begins to leech off of the vegetation. Feeling threatened by the overwhelming presence of the demon near by.

" You should really let them go. Taking them anywhere is a foolish idea."

Although. Mona stops for a moment. Was it really a good idea running into a situation without any sort of idea what the odds look like? That would be a losing gamble.

For now. Mona stands fast. In a stalwart posture. Lusting for it to devolve further. But she had no real time to prepare. Meaning for now all she could do is watch. Linger about until more variables became clear.

She hoped those who had all the knowledge were strong enough to turn the odds back in their favor.

(Mona M Lockway)
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[19:23] A disturbance had sounded from near the entrance of the southern gate, a place known for constant attacks of demons. Sure enough, they had bolted out into the woods further along and landed into what was the midst of Jianyu pulling away Cecila.

Sure enough, he eyed it all going down and was rushing forth. Upon their back was the whirring of their guns, "CORPORALS! STAND YOUR GROUND!" Reinforcements were coming already, in the name and showing of Batu coming off from the distance.

If only they could block their escape by the time he got there.

"SURVIVE AND RAISE YOUR WEAPONS, THE MOMENT YOUR BACK IS TURNED YOU WILL BE HUNTED! THEY ARE DEMONS!" Boldly he spoke to those that were already trying to run away, such as Blackjack.
(Batu)
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[19:24] Yami was far too engaged into his trance. What was once a quiet, and egotistical youth, would soon traverse to that of his title.

An Assassin.

He moves his hand away, just in case Blackjack would try to pull the youth off.

Much too stubborn, it seemed.

"No. You can run back to HQ, and tell them what's happened. I refuse to let Sergeant Pitri be taken away. I'll just have to murder all of them."
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[19:24] Irkalla says, "I expect eugo to be capable of handling you all..."
[19:24] Terhune walked up having been taxed out of his month's pay not but thirty minutes ago. As he considered things he'd come upon the monsters he'd spotted earlier. Looks like they'd beaten one of the Blackhats and where now dragging them away into the darkwoods.

Which, really just wasn't anything the young lad wanted anything to do with. Dashing into the trees he'd immediately hide, breathing heavily as he peered at the events unfolding. Not only unwilling to intervene for the blackhat's life but outright struck to much with fear to leave his hiding place.
(Terhune)
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[19:24] Irkalla says, "However? Should he fail... I will be sure to entertain you."
[19:25] Yami Kurokaiyo says, "You wait for your turn."
[19:25] Yami Kurokaiyo says, "Patiently."
[19:25] Yami Kurokaiyo asks, "Understood?"
[19:25] Irkalla says, "..."
[19:25] Cecilia presses on, mustering up the full wrath of her abilities. The pull of gravity growing more intense by the second and aiming to ensnare her opponent and restrict their movements in all its forms. It's perhaps the toughest fight she's yet to encounter, an opponent that truly stood toe-to-toe with her.

Her fortune is read, despite protests against it and even though cared little for it. A part of her couldn't help but take note of what was being said. It was an accurate reading, one that hit too close to home. It was probably what cost her the battle in the end, throwing off her confrontation as it did.

Even-though the two were evenly matched, be it through luck, or something else. Cecilia came out the loser of this bout.

Occultism is shot into her side, piecing into her flesh and coming out the other end. The pain that came with it was immeasurable and it leaves her unable to continue fighting. Thus she collapses, at the mercy of her opponent, though still highly conscious and aware.

With what little strength she had left, she'd turn to the young corporal.

"Corporal... Kurokaiyo… do not... be a fool. You've no hope... get back to the walls... now, this is... an order...."

She passes out from the pain, if only briefly.
(Cecilia Pitri)
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[19:28] Did the Sergeant expect Yami to retreat back, especially after this sight? No, certainly not. If anything, it fed his rage only more.

"I don't care... about your order. Sit tight, Sergeant Pitri…!"

Despite being faced with the Kaor before him, Yami did not falter. Even with his superior's command, he chose not to leave. Much too caught up in his own pride and anger, the youth would have attempted a strike against Jianyu, but was stopped by Eugo.

The bolt of lightning travels down his arm, dancing about.



(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[19:28] The Fortune Teller proceeds with dragging away their caught prey while Eugo handles those who dare defy or comply with orders from all directions.

They hum, happily so.

"I'll be kind to you when I get what I want, worry not."

Hopefully they missive will be delivered without delay. It's about time they strike back. Shouts of orders rang about.

Surely, they wanted their dear Sergeant home safe, right? For their own loss, Jianyu had zero qualms with killing this woman right here and now.

Though, they must gain something. Nothing would be gained from sole, cold blooded murder aside from saying that they did it and feeling a sense of pride in ending someone's life.

Because they lost two, three, someone has to die, too. Someone else needs to suffer.
(Jianyu Xi)
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[19:35] The Dark Shaman moved to engage Yami as he seemed intent on being a nuisance, The Day Light began to fade around them and it was almost as if Night was soon to fall over the area.

A Chorus of whispers and echo's rang throughout the area, Whispering the sounds of those trapped in time, The thoughts of those who would never be released and the victims that have yet to be killed by the Demons.

Yami's body glowed with lightning and the Demon could only chuckle. "I will give you some praise boy, Defying your supeieror only to make a show of this? I enjoy humans who have courage."

Yet there was more than that deep within the child and Eugo would be intent on bringing forth whatever 'truth' he aimed to hide. The bloodlust given off by Yami wasn't that of a cog in a machine...

It was that of an Assassin, One who dwells with the Darkness, and defies the system of servitude. "Show me then! Are you just another cog...or are you something else boy?"

The demon would waste no time in attacking, Runes manifests immediately sending volley's of Occultic blasts filled a variety of deadly curses.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[19:43] Vicious blasts of occultism layered upon his body, Various curses began to plot themselves upon him. Reducing his magical power, Decreasing his movement speed, And even breaking down his defenses.

The Shaman twisted and turned as shadows crept around the corners turned into razor sharp blades that pierced into his skin. When Eugo fought it was an art form.

Atryellian runes were used in order to debuff, and enchant curses into his magic, Swelling them with immense power. The boy stood little chance to the Kaor who had trained the entirety of its life yet he offered something the boy could not resist.

The echoes and whispers in his mind only growing more loudly with each attack that shot into him. "Open your eyes, To the path that leads you to where you desire. Stop following the same broken path to become nothing more than a toy."

Shadowy claws reach up from behind the boy and slash at him, "You have so much potential and yet you waste it to become one of the many. When you could instead become the one. A warrior. A true killer. One that serves no one but themselves."


A final surge of darkness is summoned forth as More runic circles are drawn and used to defend against the Lightning blade attacks. Only to usher forth a powerful burst of Occultism to end the battle.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[19:44] Another Cog. Was that what Yami was? It had only been recently that the Kurokaiyo would join under the Diamond Eagles, and one unplanned trip for training turned to the worst.

An umbral claw, one that reeked of Helheim had reached Yami. Upon collision, his cloak was torn through, as was his uniform. A claw mark carved itself into his skin, blood leaking out.

He falls backward, grunting.

"Shut up... Just shut up... already!"

Of course Yami wouldn't win this. Of course he was far too young to compete, and naturally, of course he was stupid for staying. However.

The rest had fled. It disgusted the Kurokaiyo, even. So much so, he broke one of his Family's most important tradition.

He utters it to himself, silently.

"Do not fight meaningless battles, when you can avoid it..."

His whispering soon turns into a chant, clutching his bloodied abdomen.

"Aki. Yami. Scarlett. Give me strength..."

The youth stands up once more, although shaking.

"I defied my superior within reason. I'm not the type to run off, wagging my tail behind.

You wouldn't do the same to your kin, would you?"
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[19:46] {Won Dangerous RPB against Yami Kurokaiyo}
[19:46] * You have been awarded 1 Roleplay Points! *
[19:46] ** Eugo La Ravias has inflicted an injury upon Yami Kurokaiyo. ("Temporary Injury", "Temporary Injury", "Temporary", "Duration: Medium (4 days)") **
[19:49] As expected, Eugo would have little to no problem with a child solider. He was like all Corporals, maybe of note, maybe not.

Regardless, they don't look back and proceed with dragging away their won prey.

Still do they hum as they disappear into the Dreadwoods.
(Jianyu Xi)
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[19:50] Zayne was gone by now..!
(Zayne Alcantar)
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[19:58] The phantom like creature moved very little. In fact when the blows of lighting and blade would come Eugo didn't waste his energy in defending against them, Being fully capable of reading the flow of the time stream and predicting Yami's every attack.

And Punishing them when they would make mistakes. Almost as if he was training the boy it seemed more like. Each time he would get close Eugo would through him back with a Dark pulse that echoed from his hands.

Powerful explosive bursts of Umbral Essence wove itself into the demons spells and attacks only making them all the more deadly and yet Eugo seemed to have no intention to kill them.

Cursed Skulls began to manifest Eugo's magic taking shape in order to warn the boy of just how deadly the next volley of spells would be. "I have never abandoned an ally and that is because I keep no allies who are weaker or not of my level." The creature exclaimed. Although should he actually be pressed he knew he would do just the same.

The skulls began to fly towards Yami' Each one latching onto this body biting deeply into his flesh as blood oozed from where the skulls bit him violent curse magic sinking into his veins and into his mana circuits.

Eugo reached pulling him closer as the skulls levitated the boy closer to him. An Umbral claw digging carving a wound into his chest. "You have yet to become what you desire. Because you're still following the rules. Break them and break all who stand in your way. Otherwise?" The demon once again pulsated darkness blasting Yami away from him.


"What's the reason do you have for of existing if you're just another one of cogs."
(Eugo La Ravias)
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[20:06] Coming in from far away, they stormed from the gates and were soon passing by...The Corporals running away. Each one were given stern looks, faces being memorized. Blackjack, Zayne.

Cowards, running away from a bad looking situation.

Sure enough, he was making their way forth to the situation, gun already heaved up onto their shoulder, whirring loudly and intensely. Flames sputtering its nozzle, "Keep them at bay Corporal!" Already he could see the child soldier being practically ripped to shreds, but still he gave an order.

A life for him reaching them, he hoped it would not come to something like that...But they wouldn't sway at the cost, not if it was to reach the demons that were attacking their forces.

"Reinforcements are coming!" Even if it was only himself, it was reinforcements, even if it wasn't the smart action.
(Batu)
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[20:08] The Assassin danced. He traversed past grass, darkness itself, as well as his orbs of occult. He too would punish a slip up. Although, to no avail. Much too early for the boy to prove even a decent challenge.

His intent is to push past Eugo, with all his heart. Bolts of lightning assisted his wake, aiming to pry open the Demon at once, bursting past him.

Yet he is not granted that right. Even in the midst of battle, he watches their Sergeant being taken away. It angers him only more...

A hand stretched out, but could never reach it's target.

"Give her back...!"

A pitiful observation was offered to the Demon. Taking advantage of both his weakness, and vulnerability, Eugo would summon a malediction of the most foulest, a myriad of skulls sinking their greedy teeth into his flesh.

Wound after wound would surface. More blood leaked out, flying out in pools. Hurt, Yami would have screamed out in the sequence of suffering.

"Graaaaaaah!!!"

But the painful ordeal did not stop there. An umbral claw carves its mark into his chest, wounding him grievously. There isn't a speck of emotion left on his countenance. Merely, emptiness.

Finally, he drops, blasted off. The Kurokaiyo falls into a cesspool of his own blood, drowning. Crimson liquid expanded around him, quickly.

The shouting of nearby reinforcements fell upon deaf ears. Yami had already fallen. He lays, and speaks of a single sentence.

"Hypo...crite. You're just another Demon in the woods. What makes you any different to me... G-Gah.."
(Yami Kurokaiyo)
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[20:08] So. This is what greater demons were capable of. Watching such a bout and such displays of occultic power were almost intoxicating. But the fact such feats were performed by that of a beast were well... Rather disappointing.

Yet that was not the problem at hand here. The problem was there was one soldier down, A Seargent captured and seemingly the situation was hitting a downward spiral further and further. Mona does the only thing she can do.

Move on impulse alone.

Mona moves further without hesitation. She had to close the gap. That soldier needed backup.
(Mona M Lockway)
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[20:14] The Skulls faded back to Helheim as the creature stood no more against the Barsburgian. Seeing them as merely an annoying existence rather than a threat. Perhaps not knowing the scope of how large Barsburg was made it difficult for the denizens of the Dreadwoods to see them as nothing more than an annoying threat.

"You will follow our demands if you want your soldier back alive, See too it that we are not made to wait."

The demon says as he slithered back to the shadows, There was a passing 'gaze' given towards Irkalla but he worried little about what would happen with them.


(Eugo La Ravias)
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[20:16] Eugo returns covered in Yami's blood. Tattered pieces of a Barsburg uniform are still stuck to him.
(Eugo La Ravias)
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