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01. Reflections upon the waves.
[ Ah, another game and another chance to lose. It was all tugging at Rose Lalonde's cloaked collar; an obvious weight that nearly caused the collected and refined girl to lose her cool. As she had traversed through Mac Anu, learning as much as she could and memorizing the intricate pathways leading to each specific shop, she continued to seek out more.
At the very most, Rose refused to be 'lost' here.
Tugging her over sized book upon a thin silk strap against her shoulder, the pale girl continues onward. A moment or two passed until her bright eyes landed upon the docked ship.
She would glance around, seek an answer for a question she hadn't even asked yet. With a soft clear of her voice, among the few strangers that lurked the area, she spoke. ]
Pardon me for the intrusion, but does anyone have a clue of if this ship is set to sail or is it merely a decorative piece?
[ She noticed the rust upon the spikes that dug into the chain links which held the ship in place. It looked as if it hadn't left the dock in quite sometime. ]
Or at the very least, where it leads to on its voyage?
[ Curiosity killed the cat, it seemed, or perhaps it would give it some proper closure or allies. ]
At the very most, Rose refused to be 'lost' here.
Tugging her over sized book upon a thin silk strap against her shoulder, the pale girl continues onward. A moment or two passed until her bright eyes landed upon the docked ship.
She would glance around, seek an answer for a question she hadn't even asked yet. With a soft clear of her voice, among the few strangers that lurked the area, she spoke. ]
Pardon me for the intrusion, but does anyone have a clue of if this ship is set to sail or is it merely a decorative piece?
[ She noticed the rust upon the spikes that dug into the chain links which held the ship in place. It looked as if it hadn't left the dock in quite sometime. ]
Or at the very least, where it leads to on its voyage?
[ Curiosity killed the cat, it seemed, or perhaps it would give it some proper closure or allies. ]
ALL THE CASTMATES
[ Who knew, beautiful blondes were plentiful, after all. ]
It's just a bit odd that out of all the ports, only one ship is docked and presumably, for an extended period of time.
ALL OF THEM
[Okay, he's going to come out and ask since his curiosity can't be abided much longer.]
This might sound like a strange inquiry, and I'm going to feel extremely embarrassed if I've mistaken you for someone else, but, uh, are you perchance Rose Lalonde?
all da butts to honk
[ Her voice dripped in sarcasm. The cloaks, collars, and fancy attire in general was obviously akin to magic casters. ]
Yes, if there is no bounty on my head. If so, then I'm afraid you have the wrong person.
[ Her arms crossed and she felt a bit confused. He did seem a bit... hm, similar. Even with her visions of foresight to some extent in the past, clear gazes were a rarity. ]
Could you tell me how you know of me?
Roxy no thats inappropriate.
[He grins in the face of her sarcasm. He's kind of used to it by now.]
Oh, uh, well, I've read a book of yours, and Roxy likes to go on about you. I can't adequately tell you how much she wants to see you, really! Ah, but I'm being rude, aren't I? My name is Jake English. Maybe you know my Grandmother, Jade?
gonna happen anyway with my betaself kay
[ curiouser and curiouser. Well, Rose runs down the rabbithole. ]
Hm. Roxy, you say? Nice to see she isn't an bumbling sleep walker then.
[ Rose tries to move the subject quickly, simply because she still finds the concept of her deceased mother somehow being apparently reincarnated as her daughter pretty damn weird????? Or whatever those silly dream bubbles display for her. ]
Jake.
Yes, I do. She's currently part dog and a witch. But, above all else, she's doing quite fine.
sob
[At least he was right in that she led an exciting life!]
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Oh, and also being killed.
[ Rose shrugs a bit lightly. ]
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[fjdklas Kind of freaking out that his younger grandma might be dead before he gets to meet her!]
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[ She pauses. ]
But, we're better now.
All booboos and wounds have been kissed by the Gods and we ascended to God Tier. Although, it seems to mean nothing at my current state...
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I get it. Then our session is paving the way for your arrival, for whatever reason. [Jake frowns.] But the four of you we know are either dead or getting there, at least from my temporal standpoint, so...I take it that this is not quite standard time-travel going on?
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Other than that, only the wait was leading me towards your universe. Nothing fancy. No Michael J. Fox, I assure you.
[ She lets a soft laugh slip past her lips. ]
And if this isn't your universe, something has intercepted our efforts to reach our destination.
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Well, that explains the ghastly amount of uranium required to keep in touch with Jade, then.
[Jake shakes his head.]
No, this is certainly neither Earth nor the Medium. Nobody seems quite sure how this phenomenon even happened.
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[ A tad bit of a risque name, but she knew there was a 1920s flare to it. Nice. ]
Interesting and it's not too far off base from what I'm use to. The wars still seemed to be raged between Derse and Prospit. A pity.
[ Rose shakes her head as well. ]
No, this place is not the Medium or any planet I've been to or heard of. It's safe to assume that we are in a completely different "game", as the UI is drastically different.
This is bothersome, but more so annoying.
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[He's not sure at all what the purpose serves, other than the fact that he doesn't have a "fall back" life.]
Well, maybe we'll be lucky and time moves differently between this world and the one we've come from?
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...
That offers quite the predicament for you. I'm sure the stakes are stacked in a different order, but jeez.
[ Even she tugs a bit awkwardly at her collar. ]
I'm not sure on the estimate of time, that isn't my expertise. You'd have to speak with a Strider about that; and not the one you are use to speaking with, assuming there is a parallel for him as well.
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[Jake just shrugs.]
Would I be correct in guessing that would be Dave Strider? He's kind of Dirk's brother, and a famous movie producer.
[Is he excited about that? No, it's just your okay yes he is excited.]
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[ Her eyebrow twitches a bit, as if she is truly offended on Dave's success. ]
...Interesting. I'm sure his campaigns against the horror of puppet dong has gained national notoriety.
[ She crosses her arms a bit. ]
To shift gears, I have to ask -- what were you doing prior to us meeting up?
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Not a problem! I was in a Dream Bubble, I think it's called. Reliving a memory after getting, ah, knocked out. The volcano on the island I live on has been acting up quite a bit, and I wouldn't be surprised if it actually blew.
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[ Rose huffed in an unimpressed tone. ]
Those movies should be burned at the stake like a witch.
[ She stiffens her stance, perking her eyebrow at the mention of dream bubbles. No, she moves on quickly. ]
Then, it seems that it's good coincidence that you were brought here then.
[ Rose takes a few steps away, looking down at her little communicator before tucking it back into her napsack. ]
If you're here and I'm here, there most certainly will be others. I'd like to form some sort of rendezvous for us, if you're in for such a commitment.
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[ She's totally already adding you to her device. ]
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[He totally doesn't mind.]
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That makes me sound old and I'm only 14.
[ Okay, that was weird saying. ]
I'd call you Mr. English but that would make me feel as if I'm addressing a principal or such. Not flattering.
[ She laughs juuust a tad. ]
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[Jake just grins. She has a great smile. He can see where Roxy gets it from. Or...whatever, time shenanigans.]
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[ She didn't mean to tease the boy, but she didn't deserve or require any formal titles.
Rose continues on, barely noting Jake's slight stare at her. Poor Jake must miss his friends. ]
So, from this point on, do you have any plans in terms of action? The game does offer a lot, I will admit..
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