No, but if they did, that wouldn't stop me. [it should probably stop her. she'll turn her hand over and press her own fingertips over the bandages] ... I thought I'd gotten injured when my mirror fell over when I collapsed. I think that's still what happened, but...
[well it's more things to consider.
but she'll listen and then tap her finger against the table again.]
... Alterations of one's memory. Could you explain that to me, please? I don't know if I was able to get that report from Catra on Thursday.
[SHE DIDN'T GET ANY REPORT FROM CATRA ON THURSDAY]
[Wow can't believe they're just the same fucking person. His brow knits with concern... He still hasn't taken a bite of his wagashi yet, but he sets it back on his plate, folding his hands together as he listens.]
...Well. Fantastical and unexplainable things are happening quite often here.
[So maybe there are more sinister explanations.]
I hope you've treated it properly. Do you not have the ability to access the things you can give us...? [WHERE YALLS HEAL BUFFS!!! Anyway wow Catra you're failing him but at least she'll finally get some more information now.]
Likely because it only happened to me, and I was only able to tell the others later. After my second death, I awoke on the airship they had stolen, believing myself to be someone from that place rather than recalling my proper home. A terrorist operative, who had been waiting for the other three to arrive so we could carry out our mission... It only lasted until the next death, but I can still recall that-- "life", I suppose. Even now.
[What kind of weirdass mods-clearly-want-the-sweet-npcs-to-embrace-death tomfoolery is THIS. Anyway he's looking a little startled by her surprise because HE FUCKIN ASSUMES. PEOPLE MENTION THE PART WHERE THEY DIED. HE HATES IT HERE. THIS IS JUST DJ CALUDE'S TERRIBLE RECAPS ALL OVER AGAIN.]
...Did Catra-san not mention that...? [CATRA.] Yes - we all died a number of times throughout our attempts to finish our objective, and woke up again at a point slightly before dying so we could continue.
[shUT THE FUCK UP!!!!! LET VIOLA DIE!!!!!! I'VE BEEN TRYING SO HARD
. . . . . but wow she hates that]
... no, but I only spoke to her about it on Thursday. She must've.... still been recovering.
[ . . . god she hates this so much!! give her a second she's bluescreening a little, her fingers curling into her palms and letting her nails dig into skin]
Are you truly alright, Sakyou? To - go through the experience of dying...
Sweet traumatized Catra, though... He thinks that probably has something to do with it, and also probably the fact that all of them are the sort of idiots who would keep these things on the dl entirely if possible. He'd have done the same, honestly, if it weren't for the fact that others might have to go through the same thing. He'd rather they be as prepared as possible, and not be taken so brutally off their guards as the eight of them had been.
Anyway, he just purses his lips a little at that... That's a normal person reaction to people dying! He feels a little guilty.]
I was only infuriated at the thought of dying in such a place the first time, and the rest were much the same.
[This man truly has No Fear Of Death.]
...Though I wish that the others didn't have to go through such a thing. It was far from pleasant, though most were relatively quick.
[angry at the idea of dying suddenly... she wonders if she'd feel the same, or if she'd end up feeling scared. confused. she wants to think that she'd hold onto her anger first, but...]
... I wish none of you went through that.
[her voice is soft and there's the slightest tremble to it - before she speaks again and the undercurrent turns to one of rage]
[THIS IS SOMETHING HE CAN GET BEHIND AT LEAST. It's easier for him to feel Righteous Vengeful Anger than anything, and his expression alone speaks to his agreement.]
It is. When we find who or what is responsible, they will be made to repay every ounce of spilled blood.
[There's something about what she says that he is apparently not fond of, since his brow draws downward and he looks very briefly unhappy - not in a displeased way, so much as something self-directed.
It's there and gone pretty quickly though, and he nods.]
You aren't incorrect, I suppose. [At least he's not as worked up about it as he could be, since he's actually quite exhausted and has burnt through some of his endless rage reserves... for now.]
...You sound quite used to handling adversaries, though.
His expression softens a little. He's never really experienced anything quite like that, since even ronin aren't reviled in his time, but. There's something a little more empathetic-leaning than sympathetic-leaning in the look, nonetheless.]
...You've been nothing but forthcoming to the best of your abilities, helpful and kind to those of us here. I can't help but feel pity for those who don't see the same.
[Whether it's because they're rude and biased or because Viola just shows them Polite Ruthlessness. It's not like he's dissimilar, he ain't judgin.]
[oh.... this is a very kind thing to say. her own expression softens a little bit and she finds herself looking down before she glances back up at him and puts on a smile]
... well, you could say I lost my temper once, and played right into the hands of some people who would benefit from my downfall. But the actions and rudeness were still my own, so I suppose some of the scorn is deserved.
So maybe that's why I try not to lose my temper anymore, and only aim my anger at those who earn it properly.
[Oh, mood? Oh, mood. There's something briefly grim in Sakyou's expression, but like most of the looks that cross his face, it's fleeting. He glances off to the side - for a moment, his gaze drifts to the blade resting at his right.]
...One can't go back in time to change what's already happened. I suppose the next best thing is to do that - to alter one's actions in the future, so such things don't happen again.
[A little late if you've already been branded a social pariah, but, y'know.]
.... I don't really want to go back. I feel like being discarded was enough to open my eyes about exactly who had no regard for me to begin with.
But I hope that I can simply repay the kindness I'm given now. So I'll continue working hard so that I have no debts left for anyone who spares time for someone like myself.
[but she clears her throat afterward and shakes her head - ]
But it's rude to talk so much about myself. Please forgive me, Sakyou.
[hate how much viola and sakyou just have the same dialogue options
It resonates, though. Having no debts for those who spare time for someone like myself... is it. His gaze finally rises again at the apology, and he offers a polite shake of the head in return.]
It's nothing to ask forgiveness for. I don't mind it.
[Though he wishes he was the sort of person who could just drop life wisdom nuggets on a dime, rather than being the sort of person who just nods from afar like "I get you, damn".]
...Regardless of what oddities may be happening beyond the scope of our attention here, I hope it's been a place where you can re-center yourself, at least.
I'd say that it has been. People are kind, and I am fortunate. School is a truly wonderful place most of the time, you know? A way to earn knowledge, and take that knowledge and turn it into power.
I'm disappointed that you've all seen Wiwaldi at its worst... but I hope one day I can show you what it's like when it's at its best.
In any case, he's just - well, he's glad that she's been able to find a place like that, at least. And he does agree with the merits of schooling. He's a proponent for free education for all in the 1600s, he's out here doing the most about it.
But he's not exactly convinced there's a "Wiwaldi at its best" to be had here.]
...I would hope that if we're to continue to be here, it won't be at its worst the entire time, at least. Though I'm afraid I still would prefer to return to business back home, even if it would mean leaving with this as my only impression of it.
[Monday Sakyou running in to kick Sunday Sakyou over.]
[There's just a little, almost apologetic-looking smile.]
Perhaps there are some who may wish to continue... [But even if time is stopped, supposedly, he's an antsy little bastard who's just constantly thinking about revenge, so the idea of waiting isn't pleasant.
ANYWAY he doesn't want to bring the sad vibes to this teatime, so he'll just take the lead and move along.]
I come from Hinomoto, though I don't live anywhere in particular. I'm a ronin - a traveling swordsman. [A wholeass mercenary.]
[There's a tiny little huff of a laugh, which he politely hides behind a sleeve.]
It isn't offensive, no - that's what it is. Some aren't familiar with the term, so I try to describe it as succinctly as possible. There do seem to be quite a few of us here, though.
[It's kind of funny?? He's only met a few other ronin in his life in any substantial way and now suddenly he's just been plunked down with like 5000 mercenaries.]
I do spend most of my time traveling, though. I'll take on jobs now and then... largely bodyguarding positions and the like.
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[well it's more things to consider.
but she'll listen and then tap her finger against the table again.]
... Alterations of one's memory. Could you explain that to me, please? I don't know if I was able to get that report from Catra on Thursday.
[SHE DIDN'T GET ANY REPORT FROM CATRA ON THURSDAY]
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...Well. Fantastical and unexplainable things are happening quite often here.
[So maybe there are more sinister explanations.]
I hope you've treated it properly. Do you not have the ability to access the things you can give us...? [WHERE YALLS HEAL BUFFS!!! Anyway wow Catra you're failing him but at least she'll finally get some more information now.]
Likely because it only happened to me, and I was only able to tell the others later. After my second death, I awoke on the airship they had stolen, believing myself to be someone from that place rather than recalling my proper home. A terrorist operative, who had been waiting for the other three to arrive so we could carry out our mission... It only lasted until the next death, but I can still recall that-- "life", I suppose. Even now.
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[how badlY I WANT SOMEONE TO JUST STAB VIOLA COME ON I'M MAKING IT SO EASY FOR YOU
but she listens!! wow!!!]
Your - death? [OH NOW HE GETS TO FIND OUT HOW LITTLE CATRA TOLD HER]
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Mm... that's troubling.
[What kind of weirdass mods-clearly-want-the-sweet-npcs-to-embrace-death tomfoolery is THIS. Anyway he's looking a little startled by her surprise because HE FUCKIN ASSUMES. PEOPLE MENTION THE PART WHERE THEY DIED. HE HATES IT HERE. THIS IS JUST DJ CALUDE'S TERRIBLE RECAPS ALL OVER AGAIN.]
...Did Catra-san not mention that...? [CATRA.] Yes - we all died a number of times throughout our attempts to finish our objective, and woke up again at a point slightly before dying so we could continue.
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. . . . . but wow she hates that]
... no, but I only spoke to her about it on Thursday. She must've.... still been recovering.
[ . . . god she hates this so much!! give her a second she's bluescreening a little, her fingers curling into her palms and letting her nails dig into skin]
Are you truly alright, Sakyou? To - go through the experience of dying...
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Sweet traumatized Catra, though... He thinks that probably has something to do with it, and also probably the fact that all of them are the sort of idiots who would keep these things on the dl entirely if possible. He'd have done the same, honestly, if it weren't for the fact that others might have to go through the same thing. He'd rather they be as prepared as possible, and not be taken so brutally off their guards as the eight of them had been.
Anyway, he just purses his lips a little at that... That's a normal person reaction to people dying! He feels a little guilty.]
I was only infuriated at the thought of dying in such a place the first time, and the rest were much the same.
[This man truly has No Fear Of Death.]
...Though I wish that the others didn't have to go through such a thing. It was far from pleasant, though most were relatively quick.
[Little does he know that's just Sieg's life.]
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... I wish none of you went through that.
[her voice is soft and there's the slightest tremble to it - before she speaks again and the undercurrent turns to one of rage]
How unforgivable.
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It is. When we find who or what is responsible, they will be made to repay every ounce of spilled blood.
[Be normal Sakyou.]
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that actually manages to snap her out of it for a moment because - ]
.... please don't be so quick to kill someone in case we might need to question or interrogate them, Sakyou...
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SHE DOES HAVE A POINT, THOUGH...]
...If you think we could actually manage to get useful information from something responsible for this.
[He GUESSES he can curb it.]
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[she tilts her head]
So let's give it a chance before losing both an opportunity and our tempers at the same time.
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It's there and gone pretty quickly though, and he nods.]
You aren't incorrect, I suppose. [At least he's not as worked up about it as he could be, since he's actually quite exhausted and has burnt through some of his endless rage reserves... for now.]
...You sound quite used to handling adversaries, though.
[kowai]
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... well, from what I understand, you read my application and the notes on it. While there are some things that I don't understand...
I am fairly accustomed to being an unpopular person.
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His expression softens a little. He's never really experienced anything quite like that, since even ronin aren't reviled in his time, but. There's something a little more empathetic-leaning than sympathetic-leaning in the look, nonetheless.]
...You've been nothing but forthcoming to the best of your abilities, helpful and kind to those of us here. I can't help but feel pity for those who don't see the same.
[Whether it's because they're rude and biased or because Viola just shows them Polite Ruthlessness. It's not like he's dissimilar, he ain't judgin.]
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... well, you could say I lost my temper once, and played right into the hands of some people who would benefit from my downfall. But the actions and rudeness were still my own, so I suppose some of the scorn is deserved.
So maybe that's why I try not to lose my temper anymore, and only aim my anger at those who earn it properly.
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...One can't go back in time to change what's already happened. I suppose the next best thing is to do that - to alter one's actions in the future, so such things don't happen again.
[A little late if you've already been branded a social pariah, but, y'know.]
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.... I don't really want to go back. I feel like being discarded was enough to open my eyes about exactly who had no regard for me to begin with.
But I hope that I can simply repay the kindness I'm given now. So I'll continue working hard so that I have no debts left for anyone who spares time for someone like myself.
[but she clears her throat afterward and shakes her head - ]
But it's rude to talk so much about myself. Please forgive me, Sakyou.
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It resonates, though. Having no debts for those who spare time for someone like myself... is it. His gaze finally rises again at the apology, and he offers a polite shake of the head in return.]
It's nothing to ask forgiveness for. I don't mind it.
[Though he wishes he was the sort of person who could just drop life wisdom nuggets on a dime, rather than being the sort of person who just nods from afar like "I get you, damn".]
...Regardless of what oddities may be happening beyond the scope of our attention here, I hope it's been a place where you can re-center yourself, at least.
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but she laughs at that, a little sheepish noise]
I'd say that it has been. People are kind, and I am fortunate. School is a truly wonderful place most of the time, you know? A way to earn knowledge, and take that knowledge and turn it into power.
I'm disappointed that you've all seen Wiwaldi at its worst... but I hope one day I can show you what it's like when it's at its best.
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In any case, he's just - well, he's glad that she's been able to find a place like that, at least. And he does agree with the merits of schooling. He's a proponent for free education for all in the 1600s, he's out here doing the most about it.
But he's not exactly convinced there's a "Wiwaldi at its best" to be had here.]
...I would hope that if we're to continue to be here, it won't be at its worst the entire time, at least. Though I'm afraid I still would prefer to return to business back home, even if it would mean leaving with this as my only impression of it.
[Monday Sakyou running in to kick Sunday Sakyou over.]
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Right, of course that would be everyone's answer, no? Ah, even if time's stopped, it just feels like a bit of a shame...
[it just feels a little - lonely?
. . . ]
Would you tell me more about yourself, Sakyou? Where you come from, and what it is that you spend your days doing?
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Perhaps there are some who may wish to continue... [But even if time is stopped, supposedly, he's an antsy little bastard who's just constantly thinking about revenge, so the idea of waiting isn't pleasant.
ANYWAY he doesn't want to bring the sad vibes to this teatime, so he'll just take the lead and move along.]
I come from Hinomoto, though I don't live anywhere in particular. I'm a ronin - a traveling swordsman. [A wholeass mercenary.]
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Oh! Hmm... Would it be offensive to describe it as being a sword for hire?
There are a few others with similar occupations here.
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It isn't offensive, no - that's what it is. Some aren't familiar with the term, so I try to describe it as succinctly as possible. There do seem to be quite a few of us here, though.
[It's kind of funny?? He's only met a few other ronin in his life in any substantial way and now suddenly he's just been plunked down with like 5000 mercenaries.]
I do spend most of my time traveling, though. I'll take on jobs now and then... largely bodyguarding positions and the like.
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Do you enjoy what you do?
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