The Day of Thunder

Ai gave respect to Bishamon as well, it was well said.

Subject: The Last Respite [D7, LA, The Grounds; Thunders+Nozomi] Matsu had arrived early to be gathered. She was on her knees, her bisento and helmet before her. Eyes closed, she was breathing in deeply, as she focused herself, and was saying a prayer. "Lord Bishamon, it is seldom I pray to you. I ...

She nodded in agreement, "I know that in my mind that is the truth of it, still a samurai is bound by their word. The offer stands if you wish it."

"Perhaps some good can be wrangled from all this death."

Nanzi Ai checked her gear one last time and then looked upwards to destiny.

Reiko Ohta wrote: ↑

Fri Nov 17, 2023 2:24 am

I think this is a new record for /ftb I've seen in a game. Apparently the world ending and nightmares put people out of the mood.

Did we have any at Heavenfall?

“I still feel responsible for how things ended with your father, I know that perhaps it was always fated to be, but a [part of me wishes I had seen something, said something more in his moment of need to turn him from the dark side. And now I have a chance to maybe help another in need,” she said ho...

Canary wrote: ↑

Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:52 pm

He smiled and bowed. "I would be honored to travel with you, Nanzi-sama."

She was content with that and settled into soft music and idle chit chat about old times, and speculation on the future.

/scene?

“Well the future is uncertain, but if you seek to find out more about the Corruption, about what is happening then I feel obligated to offer assistance. I have dedicated much of my life to fighting the evils that prevail us, why stop now on the eve of the apocalypse,” she replied. “It would be almos...

Kichi wrote: ↑

Thu Nov 16, 2023 2:20 am

He nodded. "I planned to go south to confirm my theory. If it's true, the former Nezumi capital will be where any escapees will be."

That was an intriguing thought and she asked, "Is this a journey you are undertaking, alone?"

Ai sighed heavily, perhaps this was the mysterious champion that had yet to reveal itself. "Is this was drives the forces of Yume-Jigoku?" she asked.

"I would appreciate it, if you could. I hope you consider my offer, if I have my way I would see to your family possibly elevated," she responded.

"Ah, not as such. He passed away a few years ago. It was just him and I in the family for awhile." She took a sip of her drink "We had actually been discussing leaving the village. We had our reasons for being here but he saw the innovations of the clans and we thought we might leave after the next...

Ai nodded and listened and then responded, “A builder is a noble profession and one that will be missed. You spoke of your brother is he also in the village? When I spoke to him two nights ago he was wondering death… he was quite afraid of what came after and that is what drove him to accept the Cor...

He shook his head. "My Yume-Jigoku's standards, I'm the same as anyone here. The control of Yume-Jigoku and the control of Jigoku itself are different. I imagine it's eating into Jigoku as well as Yume-do as we speak." "I always figured both were aligned with each other," she responded. "Are they d...

"I can't argue with that logic," she said in a sympathetic tone. "Just be safe on the morrow, the forces of Yume-Jigoku will be coming for us and I doubt they will take lightly your new change of heart."

Ai smiled and said, “Thank you for your hospitality. What can you tell me about your father, Akari-san?”

"It's... beautiful! Of course!" She was in awe and then anxiety set in if this was a gift ornot but she felt justified that she was more... messenger and courier.

"It is gorgeous."

Ai replied, "Tea would be a blessing, thank you."

The woman paused for a moment and nodded stepping aside and offering them entrance into the home "Yes of course, I would be happy to share with you." Ai smiled kindly and stepped inside with a warm countenance. Making room for the Dragon as well and said, “Thank you for your time and hospitality Ak...

"I wanted to convey my condolences for your loss and learn more about the man he was, are you amenable to that if not we can return at a later time... though time grows short...well regardless if you do not feel up to it I would not wish to impose. But I am curious about him," she said.