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[pretty_handy]

[Ildikó hasn’t made it this far in life panicking and not paying attention and so, when she wakes up in what it seems like a fancy metal coffin, her only reaction is a mild irritation. After confirming that she still has most of her weapons, the woman studies the information handled to her and checks her surroundings to confirm this is not a familiar land. Oh well, weirdest things had happened. When Ildikó finally decides to give the communicator a try, she turns it on while holding it upside down and muttering to himself.]

This looks like the kind of trinket the alchemist’s guild would have a field day with, how do you even…? Oh!

[The device is flipped when Ildikó realizes that she’s been holding it upside down and her face comes to view. Two of her arms are crossed under her chest, the other gesticulates around and the fourth is holding the communicator. Why, yes, there are fourth of them. She also carries a khopesh sword and a lot of smaller weapons that aren't so noticeable]

I need a stiff drink, a proper explanation, and some company. Not necessary in that order. [She could really go for a smoke too and this is the sort of situation that makes her wish she didn’t quit years ago.] Has anyone here seen my mother? Old hag with white hair, white and wrinkly skin, a scar on her lip and the charming personality of a wet cat. Might be drinking herself to death in some tavern.

[She loves her mom, really. This is just how they interact, constantly.]

And girls…[She’s addressing her mercenary team in case the Atheris can see this.] If this is some sort of joke like that one time where we all got black-out drunk after Miarialle’s wedding…First, I thank you not at least leaving me with my clothes on this time. And second...you better get your asses moving and come pick me up or I’m going to be very displeased.

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[captain_by_the_book]

[ Near-human alien lady? Something like that, Cassian figures. ]

I would suggest the Velvet Lust for the stiff drink, but a proper explanation is harder to come by. If you've read the brochures you know about as much as anyone does why and how we were brought here, or how we can return home.

[pretty_handy]

[She doesn't even know what an alien is but sure, let's go by that.

Ohhh look, people actually can reply to her for real with this metal box. Like those fancy communicating spells wizards use back home.]

Velvet Lust? There must be an interesting story behind that name, I can tell. [She gives Cassian a smile.] I have given them a look but those raised more questions than answers. Are you the one in charge of this place?

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[youfool]

I er, haven't seen a woman matching your mother's description, aheh...

[Nervous laughter cause boy his mother would've scolded him dearly for describing her that way, true or no.]

At any rate, I'm happy to play my hand at explanation. But first, what's your name? Mine's Ted.

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[pretty_handy]

I'm not sure if I should be disappointed or consider you lucky.

[Oh, you cutie.

Sahlyeh, Ildikó mom, wouldn't have cared much. they have a special way of interacting.]

Pleasure to meet you, Ted, I'm Ildikó. If you could tell me where's the nearest exit, that would be great. I won't be staying here. I have things to do, people to fight...that kind of stuff. [Frankly all this sounds like a joke to her.]

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[youfool]

Heh, can't do both?

You as well! Very exotic name; what's its meaning?

[He has a brief, split-second look of regret before deciding, what the heck, might as well go all in.] Well, there is one way. It's not especially consistent, either in its results or how long it takes to get them, but I'm relatively certain those who do it leave. Whether they get back I don't know; that's the hope. All you need to do is succumb to oblivion. Lose your will to live, give up any interest in the world or those who live in it. Become an island, basically. Utterly sterile, devoid of meaning. Do all that, and I'm sure the world will expel you sooner or later.

[pretty_handy]

Oh, yes, you can.

You meant 'strange'. [A moment later Ildikó raises a judging eyebrow at him. The only reason why she doesn't reply 'It means woman-ready-to-throttle-you' at his 'Exotic name' comment is because she can tell it wasn't said with ill intentions.]

It doesn't mean anything. And I could say the same about your name. What does 'Ted' meant?

[She doesn't seem mad, however, and gives his explanaiton some thought.]

If the price of going back is losing myself on the way, then what's the point?

[youfool]

I did? Well, all right.

[It's a shorter synonym to say, to his mind. He would've laughed at such a meaning, if only to alleviate the laughter he's sure his will earn. Goodness, her parents were mean enough to give a meaningless name? How terrible! No wonder she treats them so roughly. He can't help but show a little pity, just before the return question earns some shyness.]

You, heh, really couldn't, though you could ask the same question, and have. It, ah--the full name, that is--, means..."gift of god."

[Moving right along]

No point at all! Glad we're agreed on that. You see, the world is very keen on liveliness, and it seems to purge those who aren't. So if you really want to leave, that's the sort of husk you'd have to become. Your intentions, I hope, are not so low.

[pretty_handy]

Most people do when they use that word.

[Her parents left her in the middle of a snowy foes to die, actually, so they were really big jerks. And her adoptive mother didn't see the point about fancy names.]

Oh but that was only polite. And yours is an interesting name. But which god?

[Sorry, now you made her curious, Ted.]

Rest assured, that won't happen if I can help it. And those barriers I heard about...they cant' be broken?

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[generalgrievous]

[First thing he notices are the arms, then the sword and it's all rather intriguing. A warrior woman? He hasn't yet publicly revealed his own four arms to the city at large and it's a rare sight to see others with so many limbs.]

Have you yet gotten your explanation?

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[pretty_handy]

[She might not the able to tell that they share some similarities but Grievous makes an striking view all the same.]

For a wide definition of the word 'explanation', yes. I already realized this is not my home, the wind doesn't feel right.

Nice mask, by the way. Warriors in my world wear them too.

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[generalgrievous]

It is traditional in my world also.

[Although this one he can't just take off at any time. There isn't much left underneath.]

I am General Grievous, one of the deputy guardians of Nova City.

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[pretty_handy]

Finally something familiar among the madness.

[A pity but if it's of any consolation, Ildikó doesn't care much about people's looks. She's fairly odd herself.]

A General...[She practically purrs the word. Ildikó an authority never got along well but she likes police and knights because it's fun to mess with them. This is a new world, however, so the ones in charge here might not be as corrupt as the people in his world. so, for now, she's behaving.]

Sounds important. I'm Ildikó Odala, mercenary. And now traveler among worlds, apparently. Is there really no way out of here?

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[generalgrievous]

You are a mercenary? So you are a fighter for hire?

There are no starships or ways beyond the barriers. At least, none that have yet been found.

There are, however, many who pick up bounties for payment to take care of any criminal activity. Perhaps you could find a place in such work.

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[pretty_handy]

That's it, yes. Whoever brought me here was nice, or foolish enough, to let me have most of my weapons.

[Foolish, more likely. She looks a bit confused about the explanation.] I know about the barriers but...starships? Vessels to voyage the sea, you mean?

Sounds like my kind of thing. Where do I have to go to know more about it? The hologram mentioned the employment building but bounty hunters rarely know how to follow laws.

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[gamerrep]

I'm sorry, but I have not managed to meet anyone who fit's that description.

[Someone like that she was pretty sure would be obvious if they had been here.]

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[pretty_handy]

[Oh, that sort sure. Ildikó's mom is anything but a subtle woman.]

Maybe it's for the better, she wouldn't like it here. Thank you for the help, anyway. My name is Ildikó, do you know where I could find a horse?

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[gamerrep]

Fayren had horses as far as I am aware.

[In Genessia she isn't as sure as to where they are. if there are any.]

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[pretty_handy]

Fayren. I'll check that city first then, thank you...? What's your name, sweetheart?

I'm Ildikó.

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[gamerrep]

My name's Chiaki. Chiaki Nanami.

[Said with a sweet smile.]

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[pretty_handy]

Nice to meet you, Chiaki.

Assuming this really isn't some sort of drunk induced hallucination, is there really no way to leave?

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[unbridledtiger]

I can offer a drink, company and an ear.

[Messy white hair falls in front of his eyes while pale yellow eyes focus on the four armed girl filling his screen.]

While I was given an explanation I wouldn't consider it a proper one.

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[pretty_handy]

Everything I need in one single place, fantastic. My Name is Ildikó.

[Curious coloration but it actually reminds her of her friends back home.]

I listened to the the spirit lady in the metal box as well but it only raised more questions rather than giving me any decent answers. Did you wake up in a metal coffin too?

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[unbridledtiger]

I'm Seth.

[He flashes her a smile, his tongue dragging over his lower lip as he flicks the silver ring there.]

I did but I'd like to think of it as a dream capsule. It's a little less foreboding that way. Don't you think?

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[pretty_handy]

Pleasure to meet you, Seth. [She smiles back and leans back against something off camera, a wall probably.]

Only for those who enjoy dreams and fear death. Not my case, you see. But you bring up a good point, all this could be a dream.

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[unbridledtiger]

It could.

[A piece of metal glints on his lips as he plays with his piercing. It's a bad habit of his.]

Doesn't fear death? Why is that? If it isn't to presumptuous for me to ask.