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thenearshore2017-02-16 08:39 pm
onedrinkwithme) wrote in thenearshore2017-02-16 08:39 pm
[Closed] First Meetings
Who: Aymeric and Goten
What: God and shinki meet for the first time.And someone tries not to have a bad flashback.
When: June 16th, late afternoon after the training
Where: Forseti's Temple
Summary: Aymeric receives a new shinki partner. Things happen.
[While the training session by the Heavens and Lady Bishamon was a good idea for most of them, Aymeric had decided to head back to his temple to check on Mandragora and look for any potential requests from followers. It was after feeding said feline when he saw something flash before his eyes. This phenomenon only happened once when he and Byunghee were assigned upon arrival which meant he was assigned a new partner.
However, Byunghee was a teenager, almost an adult when he died. This one...it seemed like a very young boy and a flash of blind light. He...he looked to be about the same age as Nanako, was it? The thought made Aymeric shiver as a memory flashed by. It was like he was standing at the Vault's rooftop again, only snapping out of his haze when Mandragora growled and hissed, running over the man's feet and away into some darkened room. He blinked when he heard someone knocking at his door. He knew it wasn't Sora since knowing him, he'd let himself in and Leo was a bit more courteous. So then who...?
Walking towards the door, his expression changed to surprise when he spotted not only one of the shinki assigned to the Heavens but the young boy in his vision. Surely there would have been a better way to introduce themselves? The older shinki quickly explained the situation and shuffled off, making Aymeric question how well did the Heavens actually try with assigning partners. Even Ishgard had better manners and they were seen as harsh by the rest of Eorzea. So what now?
Instead of panicking (oh he was mentally but mainly due to 'I was given a child as a shinki what is wrong with you, Heavens?'), Aymeric stayed calm and kneels down to the boy's level. Look, he's 6'5 and it would be wrong if he didn't do it.]
It seems that we are to become partners. [There's no sterness in his voice but damn is he calm as he gave a reassuring smile.] My name's Aymeric.
What: God and shinki meet for the first time.
When: June 16th, late afternoon after the training
Where: Forseti's Temple
Summary: Aymeric receives a new shinki partner. Things happen.
[While the training session by the Heavens and Lady Bishamon was a good idea for most of them, Aymeric had decided to head back to his temple to check on Mandragora and look for any potential requests from followers. It was after feeding said feline when he saw something flash before his eyes. This phenomenon only happened once when he and Byunghee were assigned upon arrival which meant he was assigned a new partner.
However, Byunghee was a teenager, almost an adult when he died. This one...it seemed like a very young boy and a flash of blind light. He...he looked to be about the same age as Nanako, was it? The thought made Aymeric shiver as a memory flashed by. It was like he was standing at the Vault's rooftop again, only snapping out of his haze when Mandragora growled and hissed, running over the man's feet and away into some darkened room. He blinked when he heard someone knocking at his door. He knew it wasn't Sora since knowing him, he'd let himself in and Leo was a bit more courteous. So then who...?
Walking towards the door, his expression changed to surprise when he spotted not only one of the shinki assigned to the Heavens but the young boy in his vision. Surely there would have been a better way to introduce themselves? The older shinki quickly explained the situation and shuffled off, making Aymeric question how well did the Heavens actually try with assigning partners. Even Ishgard had better manners and they were seen as harsh by the rest of Eorzea. So what now?
Instead of panicking (oh he was mentally but mainly due to 'I was given a child as a shinki what is wrong with you, Heavens?'), Aymeric stayed calm and kneels down to the boy's level. Look, he's 6'5 and it would be wrong if he didn't do it.]
It seems that we are to become partners. [There's no sterness in his voice but damn is he calm as he gave a reassuring smile.] My name's Aymeric.
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He hadn't been able to find another god by the time the Heavens started to assign, so he was randomly assigned. Hakkai had warned him about this happening if he took too long to find another god to name him. There really was only one god of all the ones he knew of that he really dreaded the idea of being paired with. Aymeric wasn't him but he's still a stranger and while Goten is pretty fearless and quick to befriend others, this is really strange. He can't help but feel a little uneasy and nervous. It's like he's being put on the spot. Or maybe Aymeric is?
Goten stands close to the older shinki, keeping behind her as she explains how the young boy is now paired with Aymeric, that they should work well together and other things Goten tunes out. It's pretty obvious when he peeks out to look up at Aymeric, his dark spiky hair easily giving him away. He'd never seen someone with such big pointy ears either...
But it doesn't last long as the shinki wishes them well and departs.
Goten blinks when she leaves but his attention quickly shifts back to the god as Aymeric kneels down in front of him and introduces himself.
Aymeric seems...pretty nice and he's smiling! That's good! It makes Goten perk up a little. ]
N-Nice to meet you! I'm Goten...
[He says quickly and gives a brief bow that just comes naturally.]
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But at least the boy does look innocent. He can't help but wonder how well he would get along with Nanako if they met.]
Come on inside then, Goten. Make yourself at home.
[Upon entering the temple, anyone coming in would feel this warmth like a welcoming presence. Sure it's different with it looking like a nobleman's estate but the owner won't bat an eye if folks touched things unless they were part of the sharp objects that should not be touched.
Or the occasional cat toy on the floor. Mandragora likes dragging them out sometimes.]
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Whoooaa! This place is huge!
[He gapes in awe as starts to explore room before him. Not only is this place big but it seems super fancy, expensive and begging to be touched.]
You really live here? This place is big enough for a whole bunch of people.
[His nervousness before is slowly being forgotten and replaced with wonder. Like most children, Goten is curious by nature but of all things its a cat toy that grabs his attention the most. He blinks at it before jogging over. Bending down, he scoops up the tiny toy.]
What's this for?
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It would certainly be more lively here, tis only myself and Mandragora staying-
[Oh, someone found one of the furry primal's toys. Right when Goten picked it up, the faint sound of a bell ringing was heard. Aymeric blinked and his eyes followed towards the sound.]
That would belong to the other member of the house. Quite surprising that he would leave a toy out and much more that he is interested in saying hello.
[And he was right. Peeking from underneath the couch was a pair of blue eyes. Aymeric didn't mention his worry of how Mandragora would react since he can be quite the grouch but how he let Nanako pet him and Leo's insight that maybe he has a thing about not hurting kids. But so far, the furball was just watching the two intently.]
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Maddragonra?
[That's one heck of a name. Even if Aymeric already said it once, it's hard to repeat it. His eyes drop back to the small toy in his hand, letting it roll a bit in the center of his palm.]
Ah, he's not gonna get mad at me for touching it, is he?
[Goten didn't really think before picking it up. He looks around, trying to spot Mandragora with no luck. Aymeric said he was interested in saying hello, so he had to be around, right?]
I don't see him....
[But to be on the safe side, the young shinki makes his way back over to Aymeric and holds the toy up to him. Aymeric can have it and return it to the rightful owner]
I donno if he wants me touching his stuff but uh, it was on the ground.
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Quite close! His true name is longer but that can be for another day. [Making sure he does kneel down because of their massive height difference.] He will not be angry just for you touching one of his things, these toys are not like what he's used to.
[He's more used to fighting off mice. He might be a noble family's feline but he doesn't act spoiled. Speaking of him, the ringing of the tiny bell gets a bit louder as the floof pads a little closer towards the two, leaving the safety of the couch. Normally he would growl and hiss at strangers but ok, this kid was just being a kid. Cranky as he was, there were times where he was actually civil.]
And so he graces us with his presence.
[So far so good. No claws have come out.]
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The kneeling is silently appreciated. Goten doesn't need to tilt his head quite as far back to look up at the god. Hopefully one day he'll be as tall as Aymeric. Even just a few inches shorter would be nice. It's just as he still trying to hand over the toy to the god that the ringing bell gets his attention. Goten blinks and turns to look over to the source. It's one of the fluffiest cats he's ever seen! His eyes light up as his mouth curves into a big smile. Goten has come across quite a few cats since first arriving in the Far Shore and he has yet to find one he doesn't like.
He pulls back his hand and takes a few steps towards the feline before kneeling down with his hand out.]
Hello! It's nice to meet you Maddragonra!
[It feels almost like a tongue twister as he tries to say it.]
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Aymeric couldn't help but give a thumbs up. Kitty may get catnip later for being nice.]
He seems to like you! Normally he runs away but it looks like he would be alright with you petting him.
[The poor servant who had to handle him back home...he still has the scars.]
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I like him too! He's a nice cat!
[Goten laughs a little as he scratches under Mandragora's chin. His kneeling quickly becomes sitting on the ground. This place seems nice. Aymeric and Mandragora, though he only just met them both, are good. But Aymeric is his third god. He doesn't want a fourth. But he tries to keep that worry to himself and focus on pleasing the old cat in front of him.]
Hey Americ, how long have you been here?
[He glances back over his shoulder to the god curiously.]
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He was snapped out of his daze when Goten asked him a question.]
Hmm? I believe it was sometime in...April...? The titles of the months in this world is rather peculiar but I do recall a picnic and flowers occurring when I arrived. What about yourself?
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Really? That's when I first got here too! There was a bunch of pink flower trees and lots of food right?
[So Aymeric has been here for a little while. Maybe he will be okay then. Goten smiles at him before focusing on scartching the cat in front of him, spreading out his legs as he sits there.]
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Aye, it was and the first time I had such a distinct style of food. I would have never considered frying a smaller version of a chocobo.
[Yeah, they do not have fried chicken back home. But then again, Aymeric was the type to only eat the fancy foods of the nobility during a function he had to attend. But now that Goten was here (along with Mandragora rolling over with stomach exposed), he should actually try to get to know him. After all, he wants to be a good role model.]
So, what kinds of things do you like to do?
[He might act like a dad in the future but at least he will not try and pretend to be 'cool'.]
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[There's a loud grumble sound that cut Goten off from going on. He blinks, patting his stomach with a apologetic smile. Talking of food makes him think of food which of course the kid is a bottomless pit and always hungry! But he's got a cute cat in front of him so he can wait.]
Uh.... I like to spar and stuff! Flying is a lot of fun! I wanna get stronger.
[And play with Mandragora clearly as he continues to give attention to the fluffy creature.]
What about you? You gotta have a lot of stuff you like to do too?
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Along with the food, Aymeric couldn't help but be surprised at the mention of sparring. Most kids don't say that but rather 'fight', which made him ponder his words. Why would a child want to get stronger but he sounded like he enjoyed it?]
Sparring? Hmm, I may need to modify some of the training dummies in order to accommodate the both of us. How do you usually spar?
[He can work with this...but then it comes to him. Well shit.]
Me? Hmm, I usually partake into quiet hobbies like reading because of my work but since arriving here, I have been curious about other ways of entertainment.
[Translation: Workaholic who is curious about all the new possible fun things and needs help.]
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[Granted, finding someone to actually spar with has been difficult. The only people that have are Jae-ha, whose gone, and Killua here and there. Hakkai is great too but he's learning more about Chi from him.]
Whatta mean modify? Are they broken or something?
[Though, Goten sounds excited. Aymeric has training dummies? So that means he can fight too!]
A lot of people here like to read. That sounds boring.
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Nay, the training dummies I possess are more used for swords and arrows; I'm unfamiliar with fisticuff style.
[That and Ishgardians like answering things with steel more than fists. Wait what-? What did Goten just say?]
Blast things? How do you do that?
[Ok, explaining about how he has a lack of hobbies is boring but was Goten secretly a black mage or something as well?]
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Mmmm, I donno anything about swords or arrows or stuff like that. I've never used them! I just...like punching stuff!
[Smile? But thats okay. It's still really cool that Aymeric can use swords and stuff. Maybe he'll get to see him use one sometime!]
I can show you but I don't wanna do it inside and blow up your temple or scare Maddragonra! I just focus and make blasts of energy. Hakkai called it Chi. I'm still getting the hang of it but it's easy to blast stuff.
[Fun too. Hakkai has him working on making a barrier though and thats....so much harder.]
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Ah, then it is a good thing that the training ground is outside. It would be easier than worrying about the structure of the temple.
[Or Goten or Mandragora getting hurt. If it's him, he can deal with it.]
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[He lets his hand pet down Mandragora once more before slowly pushing up to his feet so not to startle the feline. He turns to Aymeric curiously, it's always strange meeting a new god at first but he seems really nice. The place, eventhough it's fancy looking, has a real homey feeling like he's were he belongs already. It feels really good.]
So we gotta work together and stuff! 'Cause we're a team and all. I'll be the best shinki I can be too!