[Video] Prideful Prince

[tsundebro]

[A young man appears on video. He was still getting the hang of this technology, but at least he seems to have this video part down now.

Why does he look like the most uncomfortable dude in the world?]

Greetings, er, "Genessia." My name is Takumi, second Prince of Hoshido. And I...

[a grunting sigh.]

I need help.

I'm in need of a home, someplace that isn't this... Rundown shack.

[He means Genessia Commons.]

I'm willing to accept any advice anyone has to give.

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[ubiquitously]

[Given the way that their last conversation ended, Uai feels it is fair to check first:]

Anyone?

[Even him?]

Re: video

[tsundebro]

Anyone. Except for one.

[He means Leo.]

[ubiquitously]

Well, in that case~!

I definitely suggest a roommate. Have you gotten a job here yet? I know you're a prince, but a source of income will help.

[tsundebro]

No job yet.

I can probably be a "bounty hunter," since I can use a bow, but I am aware that is one, if not the, most populace profession.

[Wouldn't want to step on any toes if he doesn't have to.]

[ubiquitously]

It does seem to be trendy for some reason.

My friend Hana has a job gathering and hunting in Fayren. Could your bow be used for that? Or if you’re any good at tea, my place of work pays well, is hiring, and is very quiet.

[tsundebro]

No. Fujin Yumi is a divine weapon. Its power could obliterate most things.

Or, at the very least, cause enough damage to lower its value.

[Not that Takumi would dishonor a divine weapon like this.]

[orlokbutterfly]

Awfully "nice" for a shack, buddy. It's more than a lot of us had when we got here years ago.

[He didn't get the luxury of a place he could stay at for a month. Quit yer whining, prince.]

No advice to give beyond "get a job" and then you can choose a place you can afford. Plenty of options in each of the cities.

[tsundebro]

A tent and a campfire is preferable.

[But moving on.]

Know of anywhere that has a use for an archer?

[orlokbutterfly]

No one's stoppin' ya from doin' that. [Just saying. He shrugs.] You could also ask to stay with someone temporarily 'till you get work.

But your best bet is checkin' Fayren on that one. Some place there's likely got archery courses that could use a teacher. Schnee Co. might have a workshop for that. Can't say I've seen bows used too much outside of Fayren.

[tsundebro]

Never fancied myself a teacher, but I can look into that.

[Gonna need a bow for that. He can't use Fujin Yumi to teach students.]

I have one option now, thanks to you.

[orlokbutterfly]

After you're here for a while, you get into a lot of things that you never expected of yourself.

[Speaking from experience here.]

There's a beast hunting business in Fayren too if that's more your speed. Called Under the Sun, if you wanna look into it.

[He pauses a moment, looking as if he's sizing Takumi up.]

I could offer up my place to stay at temporarily, but it's in Nova. Only prerequisite is that you like animals. [A pause.] And not afraid of heights.

[tsundebro]

Thanks. If Fayren doesn't work out...

[He doubts it will fail.]

...Then I'll seek you out about the offer.

[orlokbutterfly]

I kinda doubt Fayren will fall through since it's stupid easy to get work in this place.

[He shrugs.]

Either way, offer's open if you want it. Name's Gale Reinhardt. Gimme a call or hit up the Guardian Skyrise in Nova City if you change your mind.

[lazuline]

It's probably difficult to get used to, but you'll need to get a job first. But perhaps if you need someone to live with, we could find something together Takumi?

[if he'd like, anyway]

[tsundebro]

Being with family is preferable. And last time I checked, you are my sister as well.

[Brotherly tease.]

[lazuline]

[It earns a laugh from her, light and easy.]

I'm certain. If you can tolerate the commons for a little longer, I can look for more suitable housing. What sort of work would you be interested in, Takumi? Perhaps we can figure out something together.

[tsundebro]

I've been camping out, actually.

I heard of jobs as a archery teacher and a hunter in Fayren. I intend to look into those.

[But one thing...]

Though, aren't you already staying with the guy with the two hair colors?

[lazuline]

What do you...

Oh! No, no Takumi! Uai and I are friends. He needed someone to watch over him as he slept, and I obliged. [forced herself on him because he doesnt take care of himself.]

Uai is already seeing someone, I believe. It wouldn't be my place. [so her own beginnings of feelings are being very clearly set aside]

[tsundebro]

What are you getting so worked up about?
I only asked if you were already his roommate.

[Unlike Uai who did say he had her in his bed. That implication is far more damning.]

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[devilishkaoru]

I must agree that place isn't the best. it's why I had to do things I wouldn't have done back home.

[He really didn't stay in that place for that long when he thought about it.]

Like work. Live the commoner life.

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[tsundebro]

I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty.

[Wars and junk.]

I've already found some options, even.

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[devilishkaoru]

That's at least a start. I assume one of those options is a place to live, right?

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[keymemory]

Hullo! So, basically, we need to get a job to pay for where we live! Have you looked into obtaining a job?

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[tsundebro]

I've found some options, yes. I'll be looking into them in the morning.

[Two options is better than none.]

[keymemory]

Well! There you go!

What options have you got?!

[tsundebro]

Archery teacher and hunting-gathering.

[He kind of likes the idea of becoming a teacher.]

[keymemory]

Oh... Hey! I would learn archery!

[Video]

[solar_flare]

...That's a shack?

[Well, he did say he's a prince, so.]

[Yang leans her chin into her hand and grins.]

Our house is a little nicer than that, but you'd have to share with two girls. If you're willing to do a fair share of the housework, I'll ask Mikaela if she wants to offer up one of the spare rooms we've got.

Name's Yang. Nice to meet you!

[Video]

[tsundebro]

Likewise, Miss Yang.

[Takumi being polite? Shocker.]

It can't be too different from sharing a home with three sisters. I've received some offers already, though. Once I know more about their plans, I'll contact you.

[Video]

[solar_flare]

Sounds like you're covered, then! Don't worry about it.

[Three sisters sounds like fun to her, honestly. It's practically what her team is already.]

So tell me more about your kingdom. What's it like? --Oh, and no need to be too formal, just Yang is fine by me.

[Video]

[tsundebro]

[He simply nods. He'll drop formalities. But when asked to talk about his homeland, well, he smiles. That's a first for him here.]

Hoshido... It was founded a long time ago on fertile land blessed with fair, sunny weather, resulting in plentiful food supplies. So much so that there is more than enough food from crop harvests to feed the combined populations of both Hoshido and Nohr. This bounty means almost no one in Hoshido wants for anything, and crime is rare.

Along with cherry blossom trees decorating the country... I may be a little biased to call it a paradise.

[Video]

[solar_flare]

[Yang snickers at that.]

Nothing wrong with that. I think it's a good thing when the people in charge care about their country and people.

[She leans on her folded arms, definitely interested. She isn't about to ask anyone to go give up something they love to open an archway, but man, she'd like to see it.]

Are they perpetually in bloom too?

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[tsundebro]

They are. You should see them at the height of the day during a slight breeze. There's something about seeing the petals dance in the wind that makes everything feel... sort of alive.

On a slightly related note, these trees are the namesake of my younger sister; Sakura.

[It actually makes him happy to talk about Hoshido and his family. Takumi is definitely in less of a sour mood.]

wait until he finds out she's making friends with Leo too

[solar_flare]

It sounds gorgeous! Maybe I'll have you work up a program at the Holodecks to replicate it. We've got something similar with the Forever Fall Forest. Not really a great place to visit, though. Monsters. You know how it is.

[She grins with humor flashing in her eyes. She's glad he's relaxing, though. The prince has a sweet face. He'll be charming ladies right off their feet with that smile in no time! And speaking of little sisters...]

Aren't they the best? They're so ridiculously cute!

[Ruby is going to haaaaate heeeerrrrr.]

They're like little ducklings, especially when they're kids. Are you the oldest, or a middle child?

*random keysmashing*

[tsundebro]

"Holodecks?"

[Still being new, Takumi doesn't know if this Forever Fall Forest place is somewhere in this world. Regardless, he wonders how bad the monster problem is.]

Y-yeah, I guess so. And I'm the middle child. The third one of four, to be exact.

[Plus two step-siblings. It's one big sappy family.]

[solar_flare]

Hmmmm... I'm going to assume you don't have a lot of tech in your world. Why don't I show you around Nova City sometime? It's a little less overwhelming with a guide.

[She smiles. It won't take much arm twisting for her to spend a day with a prince, that's for sure!]

Holodecks are big rooms you can rent that display realistic looking illusions. By entering the details you want into the room's controls, you can pull up all kinds of simulations. I use it to practice stunt riding on my motorcycle. All of the learning, none of the burning fiery wrecks. They're pretty sweet once you get the hang of them.

[tsundebro]

Nothing like this device we're using. The closest technology I can call "advanced" is Yukimura's puppets.
I suppose I can find time for a tour. I'm interested in these Holodecks.

[Mainly see if he can use it to see his siblings again. ... Or shoot an arrow at Leo.]

Not gonna lie, I'd laugh my ass off if used the holodeck to be petty

[solar_flare]

Sounds like a plan! Give me a call once you've settled into your new home and I'll show you the sights.