just fishin' [open]

[futhark]

Who: Caster and you
When: September 3rd - 6th
Where: Rivers, lakes and ponds of the Far Shore
What: fishing, troubles, also dogs



[ Do you remember those fishes splashing people and laughing? Caster does, and as he finally finished crafting his weapon - a grand, hand-made fishing rod. Then proceed to get a can of bait and a can of beer for good measure, and there he goes to find the revenge. ]


1. I luv my fishes cuz they are delicious - 3rd to 5th September

[ When he's fishing in the river near his temple, two big white dogs accompany him. One is sleeping and providing a fluffy back-rest to lean on. The other is a bit too hyper, chasing some insects or mice and greeting anyone approaching too close with a happy bark, and a tail wag.

Though he is alone when fishing not near his property but at various ponds, lakes, and rivers found on the Far Shore - did he just trespass at your place? oops!

Incidentally, you might come at him carefully unhooking a koi and... talking to it, apparently ]

Huh, now you're just a normal fish? Who's laughing now?!

[ The fish flops in his grip terrified. It's a pitiful sight, and it's not like he's going to get a reply out of it ]

Eh, you're too small for even get a bite.

[ And surprisingly gently he lets it back to the water. With an abundance of food, any fishing is going to be catch-and-release. ]

That will teach you a lesson! [ Yeah, go, tell those fishes where is their place... yeah ]



2. It's kappastic! - 6th September

[ Several days and several terrified kois later, he's really having a good day. Sitting on a bridge in silence. He just knows it. This will be the day of that epic catch, the majestic fishing experience! It's possibly the most uninteresting hobby under the sun, but if he could spend time on it regularly, he would.

Fresh air, picturesque landscapes of the Heavens, and nice warm weather, what to want more? Suddenly there's bite on the line - just like he expected! - and... the rod gets fully yanked out of his hands. ]

Wooa--!!

[ Certainly, not as expected. There's no way of saving it, the rod disappears far into the water being pulled by a massive catch-- What would be that massive catch turns to be something else. A kappa surfaces and holds the fishing rod for a few tense seconds. It maintains the eye contact with the fisher and slowly, so very slowly... breaks the rod piece by piece. ]

...oh, now it's personal..! [ Caster obviously takes it as an offense. He drops his cape - bracers and generally all unnecessary stuff that might limit his movement and leaps into the lake from the bridge, possibly water splashing an innocent bystander. The kappa is going to pay

That might not be the best idea ]



3. Peace offering - 6th September

[ Later and somewhere else most likely the strangest sight might be seen. Few lake brawls later, both Caster and the kappa seem to no longer be set on killing each other. The bruises and scratches are more visible on Caster, but anyone familiar with kappas - is there anyone like that there? - might notice that his opponent is in similarly poor shape.

The peace offering for the destroyed fishing rod is pretty simple - it's a pack of cigarettes. All is forgiven, they say - or rather, wave - their goodbyes, and Caster sits on a rock to enjoy what is going to be his first smoke in the Far Shore. Only to fail in lighting the cig up with small ansuz rune.

Obviously, it's sogging wet, kappas live underwater. ]

You cheating bastard!! [ He yells in the kappa direction, who is almost in the middle of the lake. Kappa just cackles, shows an obscene gesture and dives underwater. ]

Ugh, think these will work after drying?


4. Obligatory wildcard, [ Have something else in mind? Leave a comment and I'll write you a starter! Also feel free to play with and modify any of the above. ]

Comments

[boneofsword]

[That makes Archer chuckle.]

Next time you make a fishing rod bring it to me so that I can strenghten it, making it unbreakable. [he offers and tugs Caster towards their temple.]

Let's go find a good place to dry your spoils of war.

[futhark]

Tch, a day to remember, that's for sure. [ Another complaint, but he's smiling. He was successful at eventually driving the kappa away in a sort of victory - even if he was robbed of it by being cheated on said spoils. But it was entertaining ]

Thanks for collecting all that stuff. Saves me a lot of time on searching for it. [ He means the cape, and armor parts, and sash- etc every little thing he dropped somewhere along the way. Suddenly he gives Archer a slap across the shoulder, walking faster pas him ] Onwards, onwards.

[ That "strengthening the fishing rod" is suddenly a good inspiration to get back to the temple quicker. ]

[boneofsword]

[Archer is just being your butlershinki. That sudden burst of speed doesn't go unnoticed and his smirk widens slightly.]

Don't mention it. [it's not like he does all of those things for being thanked or appreciation. Archer wants to be useful, that's all.]

[futhark]

Fine, I won't. [ He quips. Archer is a Very Serious Man indeed. And that need to please and be useful is something that did not escape Caster's notice. Not when they're basically living together and on the same side. Still weird development, but he'd seen weirder.

Thanks to the sun he's mostly dry by the time they return to the temple, but probably a change of clothes is a must. Good thing the wounds heal fast on him, and those scratches won't be here in the few days ]

[boneofsword]

[Once they're back at the temple Archer turns to face him.]

Change into something casual, I'll treat you to an icecream since you fought so well. [well, he's been working a part-time job and can afford to spend some money.]

[futhark]

How generous of you.

[ Caster still got some money from those intense prayer days. Several of them came with a monetary reward and it's not like he had any need to clutter the temple with worldly possessions. But yes, some modern casual clothes are what he did buy.

No, it's not Hawaiian shirt, not this time, just a plain white-shirt and black pants combo. ]

You sought me out just to have a convenient traveling device, yes?

[ He's not that popular to have multiple shrines in the Near Shore... but surprisingly his relevance has been growing, and it's no longer one spot in that weird metalhead basement. ]

[boneofsword]

[Archer got some casual clothes too, though his are mostly black. He rarely wears different color, and doesn't seem to mind the heat.]

Perhaps I do. [he smirks.] Perhaps I think you may enjoy a break for an icecream and some company.

[It's more a need for decent company than a convenient traveling device. Archer rarely does bother with finding Caster when he has to travel to the Near Shore.]

[futhark]

[ Because that's right to suddenly elbow Archer in the side and joke ] So you're setting up dates now, I'm impressed.

[ He pulls his hair to wrap it in a quick ponytail, for convenience mostly ]

Any particular place I should transfer us to?

[boneofsword]

I'll keep you guessing. [Archer replies in similar fashion, closing one eye.

Once he hears the question, however, he takes his phone out and after a moment of searching shows Caster a photo - a fairly typical suburban street.]

There.

[futhark]

[ Are you winking at him, Archer? Calling the police right now ]

Got that. [ He grabs Archer's wrist and teleports them to the presented location. The less thinking the better - this way he might even not drop them into a fountain or something-

--and they end on a roof. ]

It should be somewhere around here.

[boneofsword]

[Lancer started it, so Caster has only himself to blame.]

[Archer walks to the edge of the roof to look down.]

Perfect. You're very good at teleporting. [he jumps down, landing in front of icecream parlor. While the place is small it has surprisingly good coffee and wide selection of desserts.]

[futhark]

[ He's not going to say "no" to being treated to ice-cream. That's the best thing in this hot summer weather. Well, next best thing after a cold beer. Or maybe it's on the same line? Hard to say...

He is a tiny bit curious what is Archer's idea of casually hanging out. He takes the menu as they enter and chooses a quiet and secluded spot ]

People being very creative with their food is something I do enjoy to explore. [ Every photo in the menu looks mouthwateringly good. Sure there was good food in his times, but there's an incredible abundance of restaurants with different cuisines from all around the world. ]

[boneofsword]

They have delicious parfaits. [Archer informs him helpfully. It's one of the places he wants to show to Caster, of which he has a whole folder of photos.

It's a good place for hanging out - not too crowded, offering nice secluded spots and tasty treats. Good dating spot.]

[futhark]

So... that's ice-cream with lots of additional treats? [ It's been mostly ice cream cones he encountered so far but here are those gigantic cups with added fruits, whipped cream, etc ] ...I see the price also reflects their uniqueness.

[ He closes the menu suddenly and puts it away. ]

Right, I decided. I want chocolate ice latte. [ So both ice-cream and coffee in one. Sometimes too much choice is a killer, there were so many different parfaits, it was nearly impossible to decide on one. He's got a question "so what did you want to talk about?" on the tip of his tongue, but he's stopping himself for now. Knowing how business-like Archer can be, he finds it hard to believe it really is just a casual hanging out. ]

I wrote you a novel ￢.￢

[boneofsword]

[It's true that Archer has an ulterior motive, but it's nothing sinister. He's been suspecting that it is Caster's class that makes him so dissatisfied with his summon. While Caster isn't someone to dwell on things, having Lancer - quite literally - on his hands is most likely making the whole situation worse. Spar won't help much this time, and the only option left for Archer is to humiliate himself and drag Caster on a date.]

Too much to choose from? [Archer smirks and waves the waiter over, orders chocolate ice latte for him and double parfait for himself. Well, the joke is that double parfait is actually a parfait for two, perfect for a date.]

yes, good. And I finally caved in and iconed this expression

[futhark]

[ Trying out different class summons is not bad on its own, but if he's going to be stuck in semi-permanent promotion - like right now - it's incredibly unlucky to have that happen as a Caster. But yup, it's an annoyance, not something he can't work with. Lancer sure was a... surprise. But he's looking forward to learning more about the guy. Just don't make the mister Caster a thing please ]

Fruits, cookies, alcohol, special blends- This is how you make ice-cream worth a king's table. [ Not that it's bad that it's so readily available for anyone willing to pay. It just seems like an over-the-top luxury of something so simple. And then they have their order brought and-

Sure, Caster is used to teasing people, but that doesn't mean he's immune to return fire. The moment an elegant spoon is given him and the huge parfait placed exactly between them is the moment when he realizes the double-parfait didn't mean a bigger dessert - but a dessert for two. That date thing was supposed to be a joke. ]

...you win. [ This time! ] But a next challenge just begins!

[ Try to stop him from eating all the fruit slices ]

yay! <3

[boneofsword]

[Seeing Caster's expression is totally worth it. Archer grins with delight. Looks like his plan works, after all.]

What's the next challenge? [he asks, stealing a nice fruit slice that Caster is reaching for.]

[futhark]

[ You asked what's the challenge? ]

No, no- no! That's mine! [ Just because the mango was taken away it's still fair game as long as it doesn't reach its final destination. Caster reaches to intercept Archer's spoon with his own utensil. This is what Servants' superhuman reactions are for, exactly for this.

Stealing sweets. ]

Ha! [ He snatches his prize and before Archer can retaliate, pops it into his mouth. ]

[boneofsword]

[Archer laughs. It's so ...well, he can think so, alright - it's incredibly adorable. In a dorky way.

Two Servants, two spoons and one parfait? That spells disaster, of a different kind. That, or a date.]

It's not a fight. [he points out after a moment.]

[futhark]

No..? So you're giving up everything willingly?

[ That's a provocation, yes. He reaches to fish out a pineapple slice with whipped cream and scrape some ice-cream along the way. Everything is always a fight between Servants. Or you know, just for this idiot. ]

Come on, that's no fun if you just let me win. [ In his mind he IS going to win anyway, but he wants to see the struggle first. ]

[boneofsword]

When did I say I'm giving up? [Archer chuckles and steals a strawberry slice closest to Caster. He's well aware it's a provocation and he can't let the challenge slip.

At least it's a friendly spar for two spoons.]

[futhark]

Right when you said it's not a fight! [ Caster bares his teeth in a wide grin and tries to catch the stolen strawberry slice, but this time he misses and hits empty air. Yes good, it means someone is taking this duel seriously. ]

So, strawberry..? [ And he absolutely aims for another strawberry slice catching it effortlessly ] Look at you, having fun and everything. I'm proud.

[ Don't exert yourself ]

[boneofsword]

Hmph. You're having fun too, aren't you.

[Time to try pineapple and mango with a spoonful of ice-cream. Archer thinks it is fun, flirting fighting with Caster. He can live with that.]

[futhark]

I'm somewhat of a professional at it. [ Yes, at having fun. Easy to do when you focus on living day-to-day ] You're learning from the best. [ Caster says, for a moment steering away from the ice-cream battle and focusing on his coffee. That's not shareable, sorry.

Archer is being remarkably more chummy today, despite the obligatory sarcasm. It's a surprisingly pleasant surprise. ]

So, not that I mind being treated, but how did you get money for this? [ He noticed Archer leaving Temple, but he didn't really investigate what he was doing with his time. True to his word, he doesn't intend to interfere with daily lives of his shinki ]

[boneofsword]

I found a part-time job. [As soon as he could look for one, that is. Archer is aware that it limits his main purpose, hence finding a job during the time Caster doesn't hunt.]