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DOWNTIME MINGLE #7
DOWNTIME MINGLE #7
▶ 001. WINNER'S CIRCLE.
Although the base has been destroyed, not all hope is lost. Many still view the defeat of the recent kaiju as a significant win, especially knowing how much more powerful it became. Considering the ominous timing of the rift as well, it seems like LILITH predicts everyone is a bit on edge, and as a result, when they come into the main hall that day they will see that it is actually decorated quite nicely. While it’s not a professional venue by any means, it certainly does have its own charms. It’s a step up from the usual pizza party, at least.
There will be plenty of fresh food prepared for everyone, and not a single questionable meat in sight. It’s either they’ve upped their lab meat game, or they’ve managed some success in their endeavors on duplicating some of the food processes from Transylvania. The one thing that hasn’t changed, however, is the bulletin board in which they’ve posted—
While no one can say where these trends and rumors begin, maybe it’s only natural that people’s eyes are drawn to those they consider strong. Or is it that everyone else isYOWAI weak in comparison? Whatever the catchphrases are, it seems the new thing on the streets of Neo Tokyo is the emerging trend of people either wearing sunglasses or blindfolds.
It seems to be some sort of fashion statement, but it may be doing more harm than good. The blindfolds are often tech visors that citizens wear to amplify the screens they see directly from their retinas, but it doesn’t mean that’s always the case. Some people even consider it a personal form of training for them to live and breathe with blindfolds on. Unsurprisingly, hoverboard accidents have increased by 24% and the city is looking for ways to address this new craze.
There’s a yearly event that’s rolled back into town and somehow they have their new mascot, MISTER ZILLA. It’s in the form of a certified cute and extra cuddly looking kaiju that is strikingly similar to one that people may see on base day-to-day. But that has to be a coincidence, right? Maybe it’s just one more thing that’s been released by a particularly loose-lipped researcher who's been pulling one too many all-nighters.
Maybe people in attendance will end up seeing him a lot more. He’s also given out in the form of a keychain to all attendees. Perhaps he will give GIBUBU a run for their money?
Speaking of kaiju and research, a very popular brand called CHALK-MATE has hit the shelves. Supposedly it’s a food shaped like a stick of chalk that once eaten increases one's overall ability to concentrate; it even claims to make people read a little faster. … Is that a myth? There’s only one way to find out what this little treat actually does.
The only thing is that it definitely tastes a bit like chalk, too. Oddly enough, the flavors come in just “DOCTOR” and “PHD.”
CHALK-MATE, however, seems like it’s especially popular amongst avid readers. Particularly of the romance genre, also known as NOVELTOK. The fans on these platforms have been especially into a new series based on a Goddess of Death who is in constant search of love, only to be met with horrible romanceable options that leaves every reader both salivating and scratching their head. Supposedly, it’s not a book appropriate for children…
A new alcoholic drink, GLITTER, has gotten popular in Neo Tokyo’s nightlife scene. The drink’s iridescent shades of purple, blue, and green have made it a hit despite its high price tag and the condition that needs to be met in order to request one: customers must first play a game of dice with the bartender. Should the customer roll a higher number than the bartender, they will take the order and make the drink; if they roll less than the bartender, they must forfeit the cost of the drink and pay the next seven rounds of drinks, even for people who aren’t in their party. High risks begets high rewards, as they say.
There will be plenty of fresh food prepared for everyone, and not a single questionable meat in sight. It’s either they’ve upped their lab meat game, or they’ve managed some success in their endeavors on duplicating some of the food processes from Transylvania. The one thing that hasn’t changed, however, is the bulletin board in which they’ve posted—
GOOD JOB:
MACARONS (K.O.)
GOJIRA (K.O.)
RUBBER DUCKY & QUEENOFKUR (600)
POKER & BAD DADDY (678)
While no one can say where these trends and rumors begin, maybe it’s only natural that people’s eyes are drawn to those they consider strong. Or is it that everyone else is
It seems to be some sort of fashion statement, but it may be doing more harm than good. The blindfolds are often tech visors that citizens wear to amplify the screens they see directly from their retinas, but it doesn’t mean that’s always the case. Some people even consider it a personal form of training for them to live and breathe with blindfolds on. Unsurprisingly, hoverboard accidents have increased by 24% and the city is looking for ways to address this new craze.
There’s a yearly event that’s rolled back into town and somehow they have their new mascot, MISTER ZILLA. It’s in the form of a certified cute and extra cuddly looking kaiju that is strikingly similar to one that people may see on base day-to-day. But that has to be a coincidence, right? Maybe it’s just one more thing that’s been released by a particularly loose-lipped researcher who's been pulling one too many all-nighters.
Maybe people in attendance will end up seeing him a lot more. He’s also given out in the form of a keychain to all attendees. Perhaps he will give GIBUBU a run for their money?
Speaking of kaiju and research, a very popular brand called CHALK-MATE has hit the shelves. Supposedly it’s a food shaped like a stick of chalk that once eaten increases one's overall ability to concentrate; it even claims to make people read a little faster. … Is that a myth? There’s only one way to find out what this little treat actually does.
The only thing is that it definitely tastes a bit like chalk, too. Oddly enough, the flavors come in just “DOCTOR” and “PHD.”
CHALK-MATE, however, seems like it’s especially popular amongst avid readers. Particularly of the romance genre, also known as NOVELTOK. The fans on these platforms have been especially into a new series based on a Goddess of Death who is in constant search of love, only to be met with horrible romanceable options that leaves every reader both salivating and scratching their head. Supposedly, it’s not a book appropriate for children…
A new alcoholic drink, GLITTER, has gotten popular in Neo Tokyo’s nightlife scene. The drink’s iridescent shades of purple, blue, and green have made it a hit despite its high price tag and the condition that needs to be met in order to request one: customers must first play a game of dice with the bartender. Should the customer roll a higher number than the bartender, they will take the order and make the drink; if they roll less than the bartender, they must forfeit the cost of the drink and pay the next seven rounds of drinks, even for people who aren’t in their party. High risks begets high rewards, as they say.
▶ 002. BASE-LESS EXPECTATIONS.
Fortunately, with the success of the last battle with the Imugi and Gigakame, many companies have come forth in support of a few rebuild projects. They state they are very interested in providing funding, granted, it’s not without placing their names down as part of the construction efforts. They’re especially interested in getting some sway down in Kyoto, as that would be a new place for them to not only pitch their businesses and potentially attract those pockets of civilization out there that they haven’t been able to connect with, but it’s a good cause as any in theory, right? We don’t talk about all that free real estate, either.
As such, Outsiders are being encouraged to submit their proposals on how to build up on the city of Kyoto and what attractions would lure the citizens to take on the city. While safety protocols are naturally being put into place, as with any new build, they are also open to any additional ideas to secure the perimeter, as well as to make this a more colorful and unique place amongst the wreckage that sweeps the abandoned areas outside the immediate cities.
The only thing is… bureaucracy strikes again. The forms must be filled out in a specific fashion, and Outsiders will be expected to go through a similar trial like when gaining clearance to travel. They will be required to sign documents, and even rushed to the temporary “city hall” in order to drop it off on the dot. They may even expect some people to warp back to Tokyo just to submit a page or two of a signed waiver.
With city plans still emerging, there are positions open for Outsiders to apply and run as local government. While the government of Neo Tokyo have already designated a mayor for the city, there are positions open for people to be in charge of other areas such as healthcare, food, energy, culture, justice, treasury, and infrastructure. LILITH is placing no restrictions on Outsiders who want to contribute their time and expertise to the new city as long as they continue to carry out their missions to defeat the kaiju. Those who wish to apply are free to do so at city hall, but they will need to rally votes and support from civilians and other Outsiders alike to be elected.
Speaking of trouble and real estate, while a lot of vacant land is available, Outsiders have been summoned to confirm all the plots of lands are free of kaiju before any real scoping can be done. Outsiders will be tasked to go out and survey the areas and stave off any large or mutated creatures that may exist in the expanse of wilderness that borders the area around Kyoto. For anyone interested in assisting with the scoping efforts, they will be encouraged to travel in pairs. The permanent rift that’s opened in Tokyo has been making many strange waves all across the country. Kaiju have been acting far more erratically, almost as if they can feel the pulses from this rift, regardless of the distance. Or perhaps, it’s all connected somehow? LILITH researchers think it’s better to remain on-guard because of this, especially when traveling through uncharted territory.
Outsiders are also welcome to explore the region. They will find several old temples that may appear dilapidated, but very much recognizable all the same. Such as the Todai-ji Daibutsuden in the neighboring Nara, or even closer sights like the string of tori that line the Fushimi Inari Shrine. There is even a setting in the oculars in which a general tour guide audio can be heard. However, Synthia is still on the fritz and there is no telling what she says is completely accurate. She also can’t control her language functions, volumes, or the fact that she may also be linking random people’s calls and text messages to one another.
There’s no way that negatively impacts any travel plans, right?
(Note: Please fill out the thread below and submit ideas for buildings and businesses in Kyoto! If players wish to have their characters take a role in managing the city, you are free to coordinate this with other players with the same goals for their characters (or handwave it if your character will be taking a smaller role). Mods will not be choosing any characters officially. )
As such, Outsiders are being encouraged to submit their proposals on how to build up on the city of Kyoto and what attractions would lure the citizens to take on the city. While safety protocols are naturally being put into place, as with any new build, they are also open to any additional ideas to secure the perimeter, as well as to make this a more colorful and unique place amongst the wreckage that sweeps the abandoned areas outside the immediate cities.
The only thing is… bureaucracy strikes again. The forms must be filled out in a specific fashion, and Outsiders will be expected to go through a similar trial like when gaining clearance to travel. They will be required to sign documents, and even rushed to the temporary “city hall” in order to drop it off on the dot. They may even expect some people to warp back to Tokyo just to submit a page or two of a signed waiver.
With city plans still emerging, there are positions open for Outsiders to apply and run as local government. While the government of Neo Tokyo have already designated a mayor for the city, there are positions open for people to be in charge of other areas such as healthcare, food, energy, culture, justice, treasury, and infrastructure. LILITH is placing no restrictions on Outsiders who want to contribute their time and expertise to the new city as long as they continue to carry out their missions to defeat the kaiju. Those who wish to apply are free to do so at city hall, but they will need to rally votes and support from civilians and other Outsiders alike to be elected.
Speaking of trouble and real estate, while a lot of vacant land is available, Outsiders have been summoned to confirm all the plots of lands are free of kaiju before any real scoping can be done. Outsiders will be tasked to go out and survey the areas and stave off any large or mutated creatures that may exist in the expanse of wilderness that borders the area around Kyoto. For anyone interested in assisting with the scoping efforts, they will be encouraged to travel in pairs. The permanent rift that’s opened in Tokyo has been making many strange waves all across the country. Kaiju have been acting far more erratically, almost as if they can feel the pulses from this rift, regardless of the distance. Or perhaps, it’s all connected somehow? LILITH researchers think it’s better to remain on-guard because of this, especially when traveling through uncharted territory.
Outsiders are also welcome to explore the region. They will find several old temples that may appear dilapidated, but very much recognizable all the same. Such as the Todai-ji Daibutsuden in the neighboring Nara, or even closer sights like the string of tori that line the Fushimi Inari Shrine. There is even a setting in the oculars in which a general tour guide audio can be heard. However, Synthia is still on the fritz and there is no telling what she says is completely accurate. She also can’t control her language functions, volumes, or the fact that she may also be linking random people’s calls and text messages to one another.
There’s no way that negatively impacts any travel plans, right?
(Note: Please fill out the thread below and submit ideas for buildings and businesses in Kyoto! If players wish to have their characters take a role in managing the city, you are free to coordinate this with other players with the same goals for their characters (or handwave it if your character will be taking a smaller role). Mods will not be choosing any characters officially. )
▶ 003. KAIJUCON.
This is the yearly event everyone has been looking forward to— KAIJUCON is here. This event not only acts as a large research symposium for those who work in kaiju-related research fields, it’s also a place where the most enthusiastic members of the kaiju community come together to share their mutual fascination with the creatures. The event makes it clear that this is in no way meant in any support of the kaiju or the devastation that’s hit humanity, but of coming to be a better understanding of them. Or that was its original purpose.
Now it’s become a larger, more commercialized event where vendors from all over come to pitch their safety gear, offer classes in case of a city-wide emergency, and even have several large and popular exhibitions for kaiju. As much as people may fear kaiju, it seems that kaiju themselves as a concept have been popular for decades before even the first rift opened.
As a result, there are sections of KAIJUCON for the most… zealous kaiju researchers in which they can enter virtual reality scapes and pretend to be kaiju. This form of live action roleplaying has become wildly popular in the city, and has become a hobby to relieve stress for some.
On the flip side, it seems this also has opened up a whole group of people who come up with their own KAIJUSONAS and who attend the event dressed up as their idealized version of kaiju. Fortunately, as LILITH does have its fair share of research and information to trade, it’s the perfect opportunity to grab additional funds to fix up the areas of the base … and of course, how could they not ask the Outsiders to join in?
Instead of the usual team building exercises, they will be expected to help at various booths at KAIJUCON. Whether these are panels in which they teach and share all the intimate details of kaiju anatomy, or where they join in the highly coveted title of BEST KAIJUSONA.
As Outsiders within LILITH, all characters will be approached to speak at panels. Characters previously deemed as HEAVY HITTERS or characters who have dealt a K.O. to a kaiju will be particularly popular at the convention, with fans flocking to them with requests for pictures and autographs. While at panels, a Q&A session will often be held, and Outsiders may have to deal with questions ranging from sensible to ... uncomfortable.
Once their shift is over, they’re more than welcome to take a look around!
(Note: You are all free to presume everything you’d expect at a convention to be there! Including, but not limited to, merchandise, snack carts, panels, and more! Outsiders with inhuman forms do not need to wear their cloaking devices. As a note, Outsiders are public figures known by their alter egos/usernames. However, the fact that they are from a different dimension remains classified information to the public. )
Now it’s become a larger, more commercialized event where vendors from all over come to pitch their safety gear, offer classes in case of a city-wide emergency, and even have several large and popular exhibitions for kaiju. As much as people may fear kaiju, it seems that kaiju themselves as a concept have been popular for decades before even the first rift opened.
As a result, there are sections of KAIJUCON for the most… zealous kaiju researchers in which they can enter virtual reality scapes and pretend to be kaiju. This form of live action roleplaying has become wildly popular in the city, and has become a hobby to relieve stress for some.
On the flip side, it seems this also has opened up a whole group of people who come up with their own KAIJUSONAS and who attend the event dressed up as their idealized version of kaiju. Fortunately, as LILITH does have its fair share of research and information to trade, it’s the perfect opportunity to grab additional funds to fix up the areas of the base … and of course, how could they not ask the Outsiders to join in?
Instead of the usual team building exercises, they will be expected to help at various booths at KAIJUCON. Whether these are panels in which they teach and share all the intimate details of kaiju anatomy, or where they join in the highly coveted title of BEST KAIJUSONA.
As Outsiders within LILITH, all characters will be approached to speak at panels. Characters previously deemed as HEAVY HITTERS or characters who have dealt a K.O. to a kaiju will be particularly popular at the convention, with fans flocking to them with requests for pictures and autographs. While at panels, a Q&A session will often be held, and Outsiders may have to deal with questions ranging from sensible to ... uncomfortable.
Once their shift is over, they’re more than welcome to take a look around!
(Note: You are all free to presume everything you’d expect at a convention to be there! Including, but not limited to, merchandise, snack carts, panels, and more! Outsiders with inhuman forms do not need to wear their cloaking devices. As a note, Outsiders are public figures known by their alter egos/usernames. However, the fact that they are from a different dimension remains classified information to the public. )
▶ 004. CROSSED WIRES.
While rebuilding of both the Tokyo Base and Kyoto are coming along, certain other departments seem to be struggling. SYNTHIA in particular is still broken, and try as the LILITH engineers might, repairs are slow going.
While SYNTHIA is down, there are all sorts of communication errors:
If asked, researchers will apologize for the errors and suggest that Outsiders meet in person to discuss any important topics. There's no better way to grow relationships than to spend time in person after all, right? Towards the end of the month, the errors will slow until they are finally fixed.
(Note: Feel free to use this as a general text glitch event in either your top levels for this event or in inboxes and individual player logs! We've listed out some suggestions of what characters might experience but feel free to come up with your own fun ideas as long as they aren't gamebreaking.)
While SYNTHIA is down, there are all sorts of communication errors:
- Messages being sent to the wrong recipient, or to the base at large
- Thoughts transcribing themselves as texts and being sent without approval
- Text messages glitching during the sending process and sending as illegible symbols and strings of letters
- Text messages never sending, or sending dozens of times repeatedly
- SYNTHIA generating inaccurate information about Outsiders and sending them during the numerous reboot processes (think Google AI summaries)
- Blocked users suddenly becoming unblocked, and best of friends suddenly blocking each other
If asked, researchers will apologize for the errors and suggest that Outsiders meet in person to discuss any important topics. There's no better way to grow relationships than to spend time in person after all, right? Towards the end of the month, the errors will slow until they are finally fixed.
(Note: Feel free to use this as a general text glitch event in either your top levels for this event or in inboxes and individual player logs! We've listed out some suggestions of what characters might experience but feel free to come up with your own fun ideas as long as they aren't gamebreaking.)
▶ 005. AFTERWORD.
Welcome to our fourth downtime mingle!
As stated in the prompt itself, players are welcome to suggest buildings and business to be found in Kyoto by replying to the header below. Please submit all suggestions by March 31.
The texting glitches will last to the end of the month, at which point SYNTHIA will be repaired and all systems will go back to normal.
All tags on this log are worth 2 points.
As stated in the prompt itself, players are welcome to suggest buildings and business to be found in Kyoto by replying to the header below. Please submit all suggestions by March 31.
The texting glitches will last to the end of the month, at which point SYNTHIA will be repaired and all systems will go back to normal.
All tags on this log are worth 2 points.
EVENT BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. WINNER'S CIRCLE: The heavy hitters/KO winners of the last kaiju fight receive their sponsorships, including cute plushies, stylish sunglasses and blindfolds, and edible chalk enhancements among other things.
2. BASE-LESS ACCUSATIONS: ICly, Outsiders are tasked with assisting in rebuilding projects across Kyoto, which include scoping out land, suggesting what new businesses and buildings to construct, and general exploration. OOCly, players are welcome to suggest new businesses and buildings to add to the Kyoto area.
3. KAIJUCON: The annual convention centered around kaiju-related research and inventions. Outsiders can find all sorts of kaiju-related merchandise and gear for sale, as well dress up and meet other kaiju enthusiasts.
4. CROSSED WIRES: With SYNTHIA still broken, communications within LILITH are breaking down. Outsiders will experience a string of troubles when trying to message others. This will be fixed by the end of the month.
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He's doing it to Ratio, coming from somewhere and stepping up alongside him as Ratio watches the screens. Goji's taken to his human disguise to get more of a first hand view of the con, not an easy thing to do when he's walking around as a 10ft lizard who's also the mascot...
The big guy's arms are crossed as he watches the virtual kaiju being puppeteered by a human enthusiast stomp around. Glancing at Ratio who seems passingly interested in it. Why wouldn't any human be? It's a chance for a different pecepecti-- hey. wait a minute. ]
Perhaps one would do well to see the world from another's view for once. [ Said in a low growl. Sorry Lucy, he's trying, he still doesn't like Ratio. ] Unless their overblown sense of superiority balks at such a "debasement."
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Again, he's hostile. How did he expect a genuine conversation when it begins like this? ]
I doubt it is an accurate simulation of your perspective. It is merely a device for fools to pretend they have the power to do as they please. Delusion and fantasy given form.
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He will not allow Ratio to enrage him. Especially not here. ]
You are an ass. [ Doesn't mean Goji has to be polite. With a pointed glare he gestures at the virtualscape. ] Escapism has oft-been a tool of import for your kind, of especial use during moments of hardship. What hardship is greater than the constant march of their world to destruction? What escape better than to feel as if they hold the same power as the beings they live in fear of? There is little foolish about such a desire.
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So you agree with me.
[ He knows saying that is going to rile up Godzilla, but also, he's not wrong. Godzilla never refuted that it wasn't an accurate simulation of his perspective, and described it as escapism. Play pretend, in other words. The only thing the kaiju objects to is calling its users fools. ]
Escapism can be a survival tool if one has no other choice, but the people of this planet still have one. That is why this symposium exists, and why we are here. They, too, can contribute, by assisting with the rebuilding of their own country, or retraining themselves to have the skills necessary to provide the aid this planet needs.
[ Something that he heavily advocated for in his panel. ]
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Bah, arrogant absorbed within oneself little...
[ The anger's building, he can feel it, and why shouldn't it be? Ratio insists that his disagreements be solved his way, with words, almost it seems as if the entire point of that is so he can proceed to ignore and twist the words to his own use.
Godzilla tries to meet him on his own terms again and again, only to be spoken to as if he were a hatchling and have the damnable human further condemn himself and the other Titans for their natures. But has Ratio ever stopped once to try and see things from Godzilla's point of view? To meet Godzilla's disagreements the way he knows best in even, mutual battle? Raidou did, Raidou was Ratio's pupil wasn't he? The teacher could stand to learn from the student!
His fist clenches, he grits his teeth. Then he sighs, fist opening, his eyes taking on a blue glow as he sends a text to someone. That done he looks Ratio dead in the eyes and very calmly speaks up, tone level. No growling, no smoke snorting. The picture of a reasonable, polite, rational human being.]
I have had enough of your pseudo-intellectual posturing.
[ And that's when Godzilla sucker punches Ratio square in the jaw. Or tries to, at least. ]
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So he doesn't react in time to avoid the hit and is instantly knocked to the ground, yelping in pain as the crowd around them reacts with gasps of alarm and back away. ]
What—
[ Once he realizes the source of the attack to be Godzilla, he glares at the other venomously as he stands back up, settling loosely into a stance that affords him better protection, but isn't a full commitment to a fight just yet. ]
You— resorting to your fists now after just a few words? Is this how you want to settle this argument?
[ Is this an explicit challenge, or is he going berserk like last time? ]
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Just as self righteously pathetic as Godzilla was expecting. He snorts in distaste, flicking his thumb across his nose as he does so to hide the small drift of smoke that escapes, and as a general gesture of disdain. ]
Resorting? Bah. Do not perform pretense. I have made attempt on many occasion to do this your way. Each time I am given insult, dialogue handed down from on high from proud Veritas of alleged learned intellect.
[ As Godzilla speaks he makes a point to remove the gloves he's wearing. Ratio should recognize them, they're LILITH hammerspace gloves. He tosses them to the ground violently, convinced even someone like Ratio can understand the intention.
No weapons. ]
For there to be argument, debate, both must be dispositioned to conduct in positive faithfulness to the thing. You do not. You shall never view me as one who's words hold worth. I am a beast, a threat, a thing. Any statement I give to be discarded off hand as mad braying. Why listen to the creature of war, yes? Your intent is simply to hide behind it then drive a spike through its skull once its purpose is served.
[ Another flick of his nose to disguise an annoyed puff of smoke, this time flowing into a fighting stance. Godzilla puts his left foot forward and puts his side profile towards Ratio, his back foot lifting up to pose on the balls of his feet. He stands still as a statue rather than bounce limberly as many fighters might, but he's ready to move once he has to. ]
Now we conduct the thing my way. No words to cower behind nor twist to make yourself appear the moral superior in each regard. Body to body, will to will, in this regard two may gain true measure of another. In honest battle one can not pretend to be any more nor any less than what they themselves truly are.
So come! Illustrate to me that which hides behind empty rhetoric and verbose arrogance. Show me if there is ought of worth inside yourself.
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It is you who approaches our debates in bad faith, but I will no longer bother to argue with someone who refuses to be convinced.
[ There's so much he could say about Godzilla's assumption that one's true worth can only be measured in combat—if that were the case, he may be one of the most useless Outsiders, and his grand achievements would amount to nothing—but again, the kaiju has long ceased to listen to reason. ]
I accept your challenge, but this is not the venue. I will not have unrelated spectators involved in this petty squabble.
[ Despite his words, he further shifts into a defensive stance, expecting Godzilla to reject his suggestion. ]
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[ The curse leaves Godzilla's mouth with a growl as he takes a step forward.
And then he stops. ]
Petty... petty. Even as you claim acceptance of my own way you act the superior. [ A beat. A thought strikes Godzilla, one that has him narrowing his eyes with disgust. ] Indeed, even when it was a duel of little concern to yourself you interfered, made effort to enforce your standards upon myself and the young swordsman for attempting to find measure of one another. You...
[ There it is. The pieces falling in place for Godzilla. Ratio will never see him as anything more than a violent brute, Ratio will spout off his philosophy constantly and expect all to bend to its will. If he's backed into doing something a way he doesn't want to then he'll insult and posture about it whilst insisting his way is best. Ratio is... kind of pathetic, isn't he? Why keep caring what the man thinks when this is what he gets every time?
Why give Ratio the satisfaction of continuing to be the "dumb brute" when all it really accomplishes is putting Kaede and his other good Friends to worry? If Godzilla thought Ratio had an ounce of guile to go along with that intellect he'd almost think it was the doctor's plan that these confrontations keep happening to isolate the titan. Ratio's not that clever though. Smart, yes, clever? No. He's not conspiring against Godzilla, he's just an ass.
Godzilla slowly drops his fighting stance, standing straight, shaking his head as he looks at Ratio with something halfway between pity and disgust. ]
You are not worth the exertion of effort. There is little need to do battle when you have gone to great lengths to make your true self known upon each time we have spoken.
[ With a grunt Godzilla proceeds to do what in his mind is the most insulting thing there is, he turns his back on Ratio. Turns it and walks over to retrieve his gloves, entirely unconcerned. Let Ratio strike him from behind if he likes, Godzilla doesn't care. ]
You are one who lacks capacity for empathetic thought, to exchange fists with yourself would be no different from one embedding their fist into a wall, just as it is when the exchange of words is performed. Indeed, one would expect more understanding in response from the wall.
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A more than acceptable result, really. Perhaps he'd notified Aventurine far too hastily. ]
So it seems you have a modicum of intelligence after all.
[ He is still somewhat defensive, backing up a few steps to give Godzilla space in case the other decides to go for a feint, but otherwise does not approach or make any motions to attack. ]
It is you who has approached me time and time again with hostility. You expect me to show you grace? Perhaps, if you said anything worth considering, I would have responded differently. But no matter, there is no longer any point in conversation. There is a fundamental incongruency between our values that cannot be resolved with words or fists.
Do not cross my path, and I shall not cross yours. We are colleagues, so I will only extend my courtesy to that extent.
[ Which is to say, he will not actively betray him in the battlefield and will even cover for him if he's in danger and cannot receive help from anyone else. But to socialize with him or anything else outside the battlefield? No. ]
Do we have an agreement?
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[ He laughs. Actually laughter from deep in his chest. Godzilla still doesn't turn to face Ratio, just keeps his back to him as he pulls back on his gloves.]
"It is not that I am mad, it is only that my head is different from yours." Wise words, yet lost upon one who's skull remains lodged within their own posterior.
[ Goji finally looks at Ratio. Not full on, just a glance over his shoulder that's almost pitying. ]
I have little intent to trouble myself with your presence, however do not take this for what it is not. There is no agreement between us, we are not allies nor colleagues. You are a tool of questionable use brought to serve, I hold neither respect nor care towards your existence.
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Do as you please, so long as you keep in mind the words you just uttered of yourself. Neither of us matter to LILITH or this planet in the grand scheme of things. Don't mislead yourself into believing you are greater than anyone else, oh foolish King of Titans.
[ Whilst he would normally turn and leave without another word, he doesn't trust Godzilla not to take the chance to attack if sufficiently enraged, and he knows his words are inflammatory. So he stays put. ]
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And smirk. Smirk and chuckle in a way that suggests he's only just thought down a laughing fit. ]
Ah. Again you throw words towards me best spoken to a mirror. Perhaps you would be best serve asking from others whom behaves more the superior to the packs. The answer would give you electrocution, yes?
[ A beat. Then Godzilla shrugs in a "what can you do?" gesture, turning his back on Ratio to walk away. ]
Bah, a waste of time and breath. We are both aware there are none you would pay heed to, Doctor of Ignorance.
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He is tired of this convention. ]
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She stomps up to where the tall pink man stands, looking more bewildered than angry. For now. ]
What happened?
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Ah, Kaede-hime. Apologies. [Godzilla bows to her respectfully, eyes down, head low. ] I had made attempt once more to make amiable contact with Ratio, only to be met once more with instant scorn and the egotism of superiority. I allowed my distaste to hold control of my actions for a time, striking that feckless excuse for a doctor across the side of the skull.
[ He raises from his bow and scratches at the spot behind his left ear. ]
Yet... I remembered myself, of more import the pledge I gave to you. Upon reflecting on these I have come to the realization. Ratio is a small human in far greater way than physical height. He is little worth the effort of continued conversation, nor the respect of meeting in a combat of resolution. He has made the matter of his soul apparent in a constant way with his words and actions, I do not require an exchange of fists to know his measure.
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He shouldn't be bowing to her. She's not the one he punched. Not only that but he's making a scene. People are staring! She can feel her face heating up despite her attempts to keep calm.
Yeah, no, that goes out the window the second he mentions his pledge. And he says it so earnestly too! It's hard to stay mad at him when he says things like that with such sincerity. What else is she supposed to do but blush?! ]
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Lucy closes her eyes and sighs deeply. There's a smile on her face a moment later when she opens her eyes again. A tired smile that's also very pleased. It goes well with how she tilts her head and holds her hands on her hips. ]
So...do you feel better now?
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Whatever it is passes soon enough. As always Lucy's smile has a way of putting to ease any concern he may have, there's a little of what humans call "sass" there but it's in good humor. ]
Heh. [ Goji finds himself grinning despite himself. Slightly less terrifying when he only has sharpened canines instead of an entire maw of fangs. ] I will not deny an initial rush of satisfaction in striking the feckless fool.
[ The grin is short lived though, replaced with a thoughtful expression as he glances away from Lucy in the direction he last saw Ratio. ]
Yet... my feeling is mixed. A confession, there is doubt this shall be the end of it. Though I am content to put Ratio from my mind as the inconsequential being he is, trepidation suggests this shall not be the end.
[ A sigh as he crosses his arms. ]
There is one thing of which I am certain. Whatever the future holds I shall not be an initiator. I shall be calmed as a mountain in any further dealings I am required to hold with Ratio.
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She waves her hand a bit, beckoning him to lean down. ]
C'mere a second...
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And he deserves it, he knows it. So with a sigh he resigns himself to his fate and leans down to be more on a level with her. ]
Yes, Kaede-hime?
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Instead, she plops her palm onto the crown of his head. It's a bit harder of a pat than it should be, yet it's nowhere near hard enough to hurt, especially not for someone his size. Her fingers move from side to side as well in the faintest ruffle. ]
We're supposed to be using our code names in public, Gojira.
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Of course any enjoyment for that dies as she corrects him. Without gills to pulse his body's reaction is to blush like a normal person. ]
𐎣𐎠𐎬𐎭...
[ The ancient curse comes out as he mentally kicks himself. He's been doing so well with the secret identities?! But whilst he can take to his human form and leave people to think he the Titan Gojira's human go between handler or what have you, she doesn't share that luxury.
So of course he ends up leaning further down in an apologetic bow. ]
Apologies, Kijyo-hime. I have nearly freed the feline from the canvas storage, as they say.
[ Let the cat out of the bag. How is he still do bad at common sayings??? ]
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Sure did. Luckily you weren't shouting the name of your nemesis for all to hear. [ She smirks wickedly. ] Though I'm sure there's a fan film somewhere called "Gojira vs. Rubber Ducky."
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He lets her indulge for a few more moments before straightening up, mostly so he can snort out a small puff of smoke in dry amusement without worrying about it getting in her face. ]
Nemesis, bah. You provide to him more solvency than he deserves. [ Credit, Goji, come on... ] There are none within the packs worth such consideration
[ The big guy stiffled a yawn almost out of show, glancing around at the crowd around them. Most people are moving on with their lives, but some keep casting glances their way. ]
Perhaps however there was some sense into his leaving. This venture of communication begins to test the nerves, yes? Shall we return to the temporary lair?
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