thenearshore | 23 - Crazy Cat Shuffle

Who: Everyone!
What: Crazy Cat Shuffle
When: September 20
Where: Shibuya & Ikebukuro, as well as the Far Shore
Summary: The new Crazy Cat mascot keychains are sparking real passion in Tokyo's hot spots. Brawls have broken out over the extra-rare versions, and all of this angst is attracting ayakashi. The gods have been asked to step in before things get out of control.

Crossing Crisis

the very rarest kind!

Sunshine Struggle

Taking Stock

Bad Kitty

In Summary:

Placate the crowds
Squash bitty ayakashi
Struggle with temptation
Defeat the cat invasion
Have fun~

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[Force of the hit causes him to step a bit forward, but Archer keeps his head bowed. Yes, he messed up, he's aware. Acting on instinct that told him to not allow Caster to vanish, or worse. Who knows what happens if they deplete their mana completely, and if it has some serious consequences.

He says nothing, listening in silence to their exchange. and to Zelda's warning. Then she's gone and he knows that if he ever had any point in her facor it's already gone. But that's nothing compared to Caster.

Archer forces down the bitter feeling of yet another mess that's his fault; there's no place neither for that nor for guilt. Even if the guilt is absent, for his duty to his god is more important than anything else. After a moment he approaches Caster, going down on one knee in front of him while he keeps his head bowed.]

[ And there she goes. ] Aah, who would have thought it will turn like this... That's bad.

[ His tone is almost light, almost, because he's not happy with this turn of events- just doesn't see a reason to dwell on it. Guilt can kick off a motivation to do better, or it can paralyze you if you let it fester. There's no way of changing the past and what happened, etc, some may call it acceptance, other might see a resignation in it. But either way - shit had hit the fan. He promised he will try better next time - so now it's time to consider what that "doing better" will constitute of.

You know, figure out how to be responsible for once.

He lets his tone turn wistful when he continues ]

A royal through and through, she'd make a fine master... [ Not specifying if as an actual liege, or just a magical contractor. And yeah, then he turns around and sees the bow- the kneeling and- oh, for fuck's sake ]

Get up, don't you even dare to pull that crap.

[Archer can only hope that what Zelda said will get to Caster. His tone seems to hint so, and the next words make Archer consider the possibility of his god contracting a Master. It all makes sense, with a skilled mage there's no need for additional mana supply. Then Caster turns his attention to him, and, well--

Archer gets up slowly, his expression carefully blank. He will have time to dwell on everything much later, once he's fully aware of how badly he messed up and if there's anything left to salvage.]

She would. [he says quietly.]

[ Back to guarding self, that's a smart tactic for once, Archer. Caster glances sharply at him, teeth baring briefly on instinct - oh he knows best his temper can be very violent, but it takes more than to seriously piss him off. And no one likes him in that state - including himself - which is why he's quick to smooth his own ruffled feathers and just move on. ]

Don't you ever do that again. [ So he's quick to say that, and leave it absolutely at this. Doesn't mean Archer will get out of it scot-free - Caster is in a sour mood, and he has no intention of hiding it or - but they can be responsible adults and put it past them ] Am I making myself clear?

[ He would probably be more clear if he specified exactly what he means. But in his mind, it's pretty obvious. Surprise Heroic Spirit bullshit info spilling is one, the surprise ~~mana transfer~~ is the other.

Maybe don't try surprises, period. ]

You mean the mana transfer. [It's not a question; Archer isn't surprised but he's more worried than he lets on. It's true that Caster's body is physical and the loss of mana doesn't kill them. On the other hand noone knows what the possible repercussions may be. He frowns.]

It's dangerous.

[ You had your chance. It was given to you on a silver platter. Let's not talk about this again and move forward. But noooooooooooo.... ]

I mean everything, including the knowledge of what I am. [ He makes a point to use "what" instead of "who". If you know Servants keep their identities hidden, you should also know they wouldn't scream at top of their lungs what abominations they are--

Or not, if you're the densest material on Earth ] Especially since it's no longer applicable. I'm not a spirit here.

[ And he most likely won't die when MP hits 0. ]

[Archer sighs and looks away. He's guilty as charged, even if the guils suspiciously isn't there. It's clear that he overstepped the bounds.]

That's true, but none of us knows what limitations do apply here. Who knows what may happen if you run out of mana.

[He's being overprotective without meaning to, but Caster's wellbeing is his responsibility, even if his god's going to kick his ass ~~again~~.]

Oh..? [ Caster's eyes open wider as if he just noticed something interesting- no, it's not interesting as much as curious because, gods, is it possible? Is the person that buys the most into Archer's shit, Archer himself? ]

Is that how you excuse this to yourself? Shi- you probably believe it even! [ He scoffs and grins a crooked smile, the dismissive kind, as he walks closer and pokes Archer in the chest with his finger ]

You know what I think? I think this is the only way you can safely indulge yourself-- while safely staying in your vague asshole persona.

[ Because Heaven's would certainly crumble to dust if Archer was to be honest and direct for once - instead of a manipulative bastard. Caster stays still only for few second later, to see Archer's reaction to his words, but turns around and disappears right before he might have a chance to form a reply.

Leaving his shinki effectively stranded in whatever part of Heavens the fight took place. Perks of being a capricious spirit / now god - can fuck off randomly at any given time ]

[To say Archer is surprised is an understatement. He's so floored that if Caster used a bit more force he'd have a one chance in the lifetime to see mister prim and proper land on his ass wearing the most idiotic expression. How is that possible for Caster to read him as easily as- as he does read his god? It's only fair, he supposes in that rational part of his mind that hasn't gone numb from the shock, otherwise one of them would be at obvious disadvantage.

Archer opens his mouth trying to protest but can't actually find words to denyt that accusation. Then Caster just vanishes and Archer is left alone. It takes him awhile to find his voice and move.]

Go to hell, Caster.

Edited 2018-01-06 15:14 (UTC)

23 - Crazy Cat Shuffle

Archer's just being Archer /)_-

I am gravely disappointed in your lack of bodypart related bad puns

too bad that I can't think of any

ah, what a disappointment...

yeah :<

I swear, at this point this icon could be as well "exclusive for Archer"

I see what you mean. ttly justified, even if he stopped being THE densest a century ago >.>

entropy did a good job on this one?

better than good tbh