the halcyon. (walk-in/casual. ipc) 7/28. noon. windy.

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[Saka Hirozumi]

Location: At the Inn
With: Black
Status: Ready for a nap

"Believe me... You can't miss him; He's about as tall as I am give or take a few inches, he has more muscle and is a bit bulkier... Has an icy air around him and wears a magical gauntlet with talons like an eagle. His presence alone can intimidate the most hardened of fighters and I've often found myself hesitant when he and I fought before, if he shows up then you need to come get me immediately. I promised you that I would not burden you and your loved ones with my issues... You're lucky that Kizu isn't Metal or Croix in any case because Kizu doesn't believe in involving innocents." Saka warned that there was much worst than himself and Kizu, but that would be another matter for another time. "Winter sucks... You're very lucky that you are not born of plant-demon lineage." Saka would have given a loud yawn following that statement as Winter caused most plants to wilt or die; It seemed to utterly exhaust Saka not that the four month slumber hadn't drained him enough as is. "Just remember that if he shows up to come and fetch me, otherwise you know where I'll be." Saka would have given a small wave as he turned to enter the Inn and more or less cut Black off at that demanding response.

BlackWind1.1

Kizu Pantera

[BlackWind1.1]

location: outside.avilov.inn_with: saka_mind.state: normal_ feeling: chill_

Hearing the traits of this threat of this fighter closing in drew most of what Black needed to hear. The guy sounded like a serious problem to those who wouldn't be aware. Especially when Saka was pressing the matter of notifying him when this guy arrives. Black wanted to ask more about this new challenger, but in an instant, Saka was gone. He was already in the Inn. Guess that's it.

Black sighed, now knowing someone was looming over the environment. Normally, Black would wonder how to solve this, prepare even, but overthinking never did him any favors. Plus he was feeling normal for a change, so he would have to play the waiting game for a while. Reality.

At the very least, Black could return to the bar. He was dealing with some guests already, best not to leave them ignored for too long. With a hop off the ground, Black was in the air. A simple leap from the Inn towards the roof of the Halcyon.

Meanwhile, Floyd looked a little too long into the teapot before Jez snapped him out of his trance. "O-Oh, me?! Um..." Now he was slightly embarrassed. Worried about what kind of face he was giving to the crowd, or if he was drawing too much attention by taking too long with responding. He was already stammering, and his breathing was starting to get a bit shorter, but he had to calm down. It wasn't to the point where things were getting awkward but it was coming fast. Instead, Floyd would take one deep breath, placing a hand under his diaphragm as he straightened his stance a bit. See? Casual. "I'll have some more tea, if you have it. He took his cup, sipping the last bit of the brew before sheepishly holding it towards the pot.

Seconds later, a series of hums started to grow louder before Black slipped through the express lane to the bar floor. His hands were in his pockets, eyes closed before looking forward to see the crowd. Another guest? Wow, this place was busy.

Saka Hirozumi

Ultrim Mass

Kappa_Six

Jen-Til

Frsty Nips

StikzandBonez

[Tre_Dilla]

Jen-Til

L- Outside
M- All Smiles
W- Junni

Her voice ehoced through his head as he pondered how long it had been since they had seen one another. "This is quite the pleasant surprise and it really has been awhile." He replied. When they met last he was dealing with the insurrection of Demarcus in his homeland. Being that as it may those dark days were over and he had a brand new future to look forward to. "How have you been keeping?" He asked. Judging from her demeanor the surprise was pleasant for her as well.

Focusing his attention entirely on Junni all the auras from inside didn't seem to matter. "You are looking even more radiant since last we met." He continued. Legacis smirked and briefly looked away hoping that he wasn't being to forward with that statement. Without skipping a beat he helped close the gap between them further.

[Kizu Pantera]

Location: Railyard to The Halcyon establishment and Avilov Inn
With: A hidden Agenda
Mood: To be determined
-Throughout the streets, natures exasperated sigh would waft along the cityscape towards the form of a train like howl. Such a sound trailed behind a being that would literally leave one in the cold, coating the sides of vehicles and lamp posts in a layer of frost. The form would be a mere streak to normal eyes,as the Arctic Reaper glided through the streets on a makeshift snowboard that's made of a thick ice from the use of his ice infused grind shoes of ash color. Seeing the intersection coming up and catching sight of a car making a turn, he knew the driver wouldn't react fast enough for someone like him approaching behind him. So he did the next best thing. "******** Sunday drivers." He sharply uttered as that left fingerless coated hand performed a swift underhanded motion, manifesting his own ice track that quickly constructed a ramp that was high enough to tower over the vehicle. The audible heavily sigh in the wind resonated through the streets from the ice sliding across the sheet of ice that would launch him off the ramp and soar through the air in gaining major hang time.

Gradually rotating counterclockwise in a graceful arch through the calm crisp air , this was the only time any driver or pedestrian would notice him and while performing a mute grab. With such an aerial view , he was able to get a good insight at the structures in which one of them wasn't like the other. "Hmm..." The left almond shaped oculus of a vibrant sapphire hue would be come narrow as his gaze zero in on the odd building out of the rest of them. His body completing the full three-sixty rotation during the descent, he would regain his posture for a smooth landing and drift around towards The Halcyon. Crouching low, he would use the razor sharp talons from his silver and gold armored gauntlet to dig into the ground and quickly cut corners and slow down towards a steady halt. For someone like Kizu, there was a reason as to why he's declared an assassin.

Once they're able to be tracked down, there's no escape from his determination of snagging his prey. What was it that he tracked down that lead him to this establishment? Good old Saka. Scent leaving a trail like breadcrumbs made from two fat little german kids trekking through the woods. Taking a moment and analyze the terrain, his keen nostrils would slightly flare from sniffing the air a few times and see a trail that lead towards the bridge and beyond. Just like Kizu, Saka doesn't really stay in one spot long enough. The snowboard would begin to crackle and splinter before shattering into multiple shards, going by foot wasn't going to take long either way. Moving at a lofty celeraton, that frigid frame would fade into transparency like a ghost to swiftly approach the bridge that was quickly traversed with a fearsome billowing howl of the wind trailing seconds behind him and the railings being nicely coated in frost.

His form would fade back into the scene as he slid along the ground to a screeching halt in front of the Avilov Inn building a minute later. Yeah, he's here alright. That scent was getting stronger and he would proceed towards main entrance. There were things that needed to be further answered and he was going to get it. Once he stepped up with that fingerless gloved hand reaching out towards the door knob/handle, he would set it to open up and swing along the hinges before stepping through the threshold. Those who took a look at the entrance, his chilling presence alone would begin to creep along the atmosphere. Raising his right armored hand towards his cranium, those slim shoulder-length azure and platinum dreads would be adjusted towards the rear in revealing his right eye being concealed.

Concealed by a tinted hard leather monoggle while the left surveyed the joint, the lengthy cerulean bladed tail would hook the knob/handle and pull the door shut behind him. The five foot-ten Arctic Reaper always remained topless in exposing his chiseled muscular physique without a care. Along that exposed chocolate satin flesh, decorated with a couple of old various scars along the well defined abdomen. From the right broad shoulder, there lies and old would that flared out like the sun and crept around the bicep/tricep region from a life threatening event. Along the lower half, the baggy pair of arctic pattern camouflage pants would nicely hug his mighty hips and gradually space out towards the bottom cuffs to slightly hide his grind shoes. The bartender would see Kizu at the entrance and noticed that careless demeanor along that dark mug of his.-

[Frsty Nips]

Location: Halcyon 1F Mood: Startled Power State: On Alert

Aurelie thanked Jez as Frystbjorn simply offered their host a polite nod. "I think I will step outside regardless. I wouldn't mind some fresh air, however ironic that may be." The bar was a nice change of pace; a rest after evading crazed zealots is always charming. She preferred not to kill members of The Temple, for they were only misguided, powerless humanoids. Well, powerless without the help of the Wellspring. Aurelie was reminiscing on the past few weeks ,and how charming the last place she had taken sanctuary had been, when she felt it.

The cold aura was moving fast, and with purpose; it was a chill to rival her own. This frost was not contained though. It had taken several centuries training with Frystbjorn for Aurelie to properly control her powers. During this exile, she had learned to defend herself from the threats of the Badlands and assassins from the Higher Kingdoms. This power was sent from neither, but she felt it swept through the plane with all the force of a hurricane, yet it had lethal intent. All of this had come in an instant to both her and Frystbjorn. The shock of it all spread the frost that lingered in her breath throughout her body, causing the warm cup in her hands to shatter. Frystbjorn looked over at her with that sideways glance he was so fond of, "So you felt it too?"

[Jen-Til]

Location: Halcyon, With: Floyd and the others, Status: there's trouble brewing (aha, get it? ...yeah.)

As Journey wound down The Doors - Riders on the Storm decided to pop on. Jez' ears perked up to the tune curiously. She didn't even remember having The Doors on her mix but she didn't remember a lot of what she tossed on there. Shrugging her shoulders she returned her attention to the struggling Floyd. When he calmed himself enough to make a request she smiled to him, finding it cute. "Mmm, there's not quite enough for another cup but I can easily brew a second batch since it seemed popular enough."

As Jez gathered up the teapot and tray she looked to Frystbjorn, ,"If you need more of anything, big guy, let me know." Jez grinned to Aurelie, happy to hear the consideration she had for others. Pleasant, that. Then came the new aura. Definitely didn't feel like a welcoming one. Her expression straightened and her eyes turned to the door.

In order to not startle Floyd, Jez calmly spoke, continuing on with business, "I'll just go...brew that new batch of tea, hmm?" She picked up the tray and made her way upstairs. I hope Black gets back, soon...

Location: outside Halcyon, With: Legs, Status: Elated but shy~

Junni's eyes were wide as she took in the details of his face. She was worried their next meeting would come much later as was their pattern and wanted to remember him as well as she could. Always thinking of the future, this one. Catching herself staring, she blinked rapidly and looked to her feet. Her slight blush deepened when he paid her the compliment. She tried to calm her heartbeat so she could speak without stammering, "Thank you kindly! Though, I'm sure it's the wardrobe and not myself. I've...been trying to, ah, update it, I suppose?"

Her hands returned again to the ribbon in her hair. She could stop the stammering but not the fidgeting, apparently. Goodness, Junni, stop being so nervous! After mentally berating herself, Junni looked back up at Legacis shyly though she managed a demure smile, looking at him from behind her lashes, "I must say, you seem to have kept yourself in fine form, as well." Realizing what she had said, her hands now waved in the air almost comically, "Ah! Th-that is, you seem quite healthy!" She mentally cringed and continued, hoping to change the subject, "I take it things have...settled? In your kingdom?"

Junni felt a bit of a chill, rubbing at her arms. She was so wrapped up in the moment of reunion, however, that she chose to ignore the auras around them.

[BlackWind1.1]

location: halcyon.1f_with: the.party.for.a.while_mind.state: normal_ feeling: my.god_

Seeing Jez quickly make her way upstairs was a sign. Something definitely was up. Being that he just finished talking about an icy threat nearby. Could it be...wait. Instead of stopping by the kitchen, Black would leap back up through the membranes. Only leaving a blur followed by a series of hums by the patches themselves. There he was, back in the sky before landing on the door shack by the roof of the Halcyon. There was one sight that disturbed him the most, melting frost on the railroads.

"...s**t."

Jez would have to wait, almost instantly, Black leaped from the door shack towards the Avilov Inn, hoping he wasn't too late. Perhaps he was, as he drew closer to the small hotel, things were getting a bit chillier. This was quicker than he anticipated, he just only hoped Saka would be alright. If only he knew the room that Saka was in, then Black would probably go for a more indirect entrance. Instead, he would have to take the main entrance. Saka did inform Black that this man didn't involve innocents, but Saka also said this was the same guy that levelled a city block with his assistance. It'd be safe to take a more cautious approach to things if possible.

Finally, he was on the ground, and as much he wanted to slam the door open, Black had some control. Every myofibril was tense with strength and control, so he could have actions that were totally stable. Instead, he opened the door with no trace of audio from the old gate. As the entrance was open, the cold struck Black in an instant. Like opening the door in a walk-in freezer. Seeing the guy right up front, the features were able to register quite clearly. This was the guy. Black's eyes were fixated on this fighter, seeing the history of violence on this man. Definitely need to see Saka right away. Now, Black had a new plan, simply walk inside. Don't draw attention like he was shocked to see this guy. Just walk in like a patron. After opening the door, Black would simply make his way towards the stairs. Ivan saw him and started to talk, but Black would give a slight wave before going back to where Saka might be. If only he would ask where this guy was. There had to be a clue.

Saka Hirozumi

Ultrim Mass

Kizu Pantera

Jen-Til

[StikzandBonez]

(Srry, bad Internet. Can't respond for a while. I'm just gonna bail out)

[Saka Hirozumi]

Tsusaka Hirozumi

As if on cue Saka descended the stairs of the Inn and this time without his jacket and unbuttoned button up on, which would reveal not only the extent this man's body was hardened and honed and just how far beyond its limits that it had been pushed, but also that from the tops of the man's biceps to his wrists entangled a pair of matching ebony toned sleeves upon his massive arms and of which were stylized in the traditional tribal designs. "I guess he did follow my little trail after all." Saka would have stepped past Black and right outside the doors of the Inn, his illuminated iris's staring down in Kizu's direction and where the surge of mana had come from. Saka decided to finally remove his mask and uncloak his true powerful aura to the people of this community, it was no secret that he had often times been able to control the forest surrounding the Zackrodisiac and as such he would do the same with the plant life surrounding this area, he would draw Kizu closer and wait. The trees and shrubbery would have began to quite literally quiver and waver as if it were alive and before long a massive surge of spiritual energy would have seemingly erupted from Saka's own body with unparalleled flow in a manner similar to that of a volcano as he drew from two sources for his power; The other being the sun's very own light and that would have given the aura surge two separate readings, Saka's aura was not his own as it may have appeared though, like a shaman he used his body like a totem or a lightning rod and drew in the life energies of the surrounding plant life and what could be absorbed as well as from the sun's own lighting. Even with the dimming of live plants in Winter and the blotched out sun in the sky above he could still manage to muster a massive quantity of energy to display his prowess and this was a display that only those at The Garage had been able to witness, Kizu and Saka were both tracking specialist shinobi and they had caught each other by the tail it had seemed.

Location: At the Inn
With: Black, Kizu
Status: Ready to settle this s**t

BlackWind1.1

Kizu Pantera

[Tre_Dilla]

L-outside
W- Junni
M- Hmmmmm

"Nonsense, those garments as nice as they are would merely be just cloth without your beauty." He replied. Legacis gazed at her intently as he spoke making sure to hold to every word that left her lips. "My Kingdom is prospering, I was able to cut out the cancers that plagued my lands. It's a funny story actually...I....wait...can I ask you something?" He asked. It was true that The Radiant King had restored peace and prosperity to the La Perte', but there were a multitude of problems that vexed him daily. What do you call King with no one to share his kingdom. "Lonley." He thought to himself.

Junni was rare and a someone who he hadn't known very long but had grown extremely fond of. He wanted to spend more time with her, it would seem as though that idea was just a pipe dream. They both had the stresses of duty bearing down them constantly and this made there meeting less of a plan and more of a chance encounter. "I wanted to know if I could...." He paused. Fear set in over his body once spoken these words could not be taken back. "....could have the honor of being on your presence more frequently." Legacis' felt as if it was engulfed in flames as it became redder with each syllable he pronounced. Ultimately reaching a cherry red complexion he looked up to the sky and awaited an answer.

[Jen-Til]

Location: Outside Halcyon, With: Legs, Status: ohmyohmyohmy

His paid compliment was very flattering but also made her a tad more secure that he found her attractive. For one who paid little mind to beauty she was quite elated to hear him think she possessed it. Her lips spread into a wide grin, her eyelids lowering with the warmth of such kind words. She shook her head to bring her senses back and listened to his next words.

Junni was relieved to hear things in his kingdom had settled. His idea of 'not busy' was certain to be similar to her own. Running a kingdom, realm, or even just a large company, one knew there was always something to be done which rarely allowed for a break. So, when Junni had time she could 'spare', she used it wisely. When he paused to ask her a question, her head slanted slightly while her wide eyes focused strongly on the words to follow. What might he possibly wish to ask of her?

Then came the question. As much difficulty as he had speaking it she matched in listening to it. Her face grew just as red as his, her eyes immediately darting to the ground. Almost too quickly she accidentally responded in a louder and higher tone than intended, "Y-yes, of course That is, I..." She calmed herself enough though her embarrassment to respond more appropriately, "That is, I'd...very much...like that." Another bright smile was shared while her eyes slowly lifted to try and meet his. She wasn't sure how or when they'd be able to get together but the thought of spending more time with him was almost overwhelmingly exciting.

[BlackWind1.1]

location: avilov.inn_with: the.party.for.a.while_mind.state: normal_ feeling: time.to.go_

As Black was taking the stairs, someone slipped by him. Taking the small glimpse that he had, it had to be Saka. He looked as though he was aware, and this meant that it was about to happen. This fight that would be devastating and he had to warn those that were around him. Going back downstairs, Black did see Saka go downstairs. Was he trying to lure this other fighter out? Let's hope that Saka was far enough to get the innocents out of the way, that let Black with one purpose, to inform the Halcyon.

As soon as Black was to the doors, he felt an immense pressure from outside. It could be felt by anyone with a pulse. Some of the plants from inside the Inn were...moving. Almost as if they had a life of their own. His own human aura was engulfed by the hybrid's but he wasn't going to stay and stare. He had a job to do.

In a swift motion, Black hopped outside and leaped back into the skies. He knew Jez was probably back on the second floor. As the hostess, she would be able to create a calm atmosphere for this evacuation. The landing was quick, The hum was resonant throughout the bar but more so on the second floor.

He would look at the succubus intently. Many words did not need to be said, "I know you feel that, Jez."

Between the chill of the other fighter and the heat from Saka, the clash was just that, a clash. A collision that was bound to take something with it. "We need to clear this place. Make sure everyone is okay."

Saka Hirozumi

Ultrim Mass

Kizu Pantera

Jen-Til

[Jen-Til]

Location: Halcyon, 2nd floor, With: the gang, Status: Oh, joy.

Jez knew Junni and Legs were having a touching reunion outside, for sure, but she wasn't about to rain on their parade. The two had to have easily felt the change in the air, the thickness of warring auras. In any case, the two could easily handle their own. With one being a Demi-God and the other close enough, Jez doubted anything could really get in their way. Especially together. Wow, scary thought...

She had just finished preparing another pot of tea when Black showed up. She gathered her things, talking to him from over her shoulder, "So much for a bit of r&r, huh? I'm moving everyone that's willing to the basement. It's well protected, reinforced...and I'll be there. Easier than kicking everyone out entirely and far less suspicious. I can't help it if any decide to join the fray, however. We don't know these people or how readily they look for a fight so keep an eye out in case one comes your way."

Jez was confident Black would do what he could to protect these people and the bar. She wasn't concerned. If worse came to worse, the painfully awkward budding lovebirds outside could easily shield the place. Tray in hand along with a few snack items, Jez drew up close to Black and gave him a small kiss on his jawline. She then turned to head back downstairs. In a cheerful tone she addressed all patrons currently at the bar, "Alrighty, ladies and gents, it feels like a bad storm is on its way so I thought we might be more comfortable in the basement, hmm? There's a jukebox, darts, pool, tv, and a mini bar! Everything we need, huh? Oh, and Floyd, I have your tea, too, luv." Jez smiled pleasantly to the group, ready to lead the way through the back door to the basement/cellar.

[Kizu Pantera]

Saka Hirozumi

-With the two standing before one another into the great outdoors, that brilliant left sapphire eye grew fixated upon Saka as he felt the sudden eruption of his aura. It was clear both of them are strong and an unstoppable force, taking a few steps closer to be five feet from him would cause their fierce auras clash to the point of briefly having civilians and other residents feel the increasing intensity of their full body weight bear down on the earth. The vibrant sapphire iris would illuminate immensely and the chilling vapor leaking from those full icy lips of his, would spark and crackle from each exhale. "Do I even have ta ask ya?" He inquired in a nonchalant manner as his bladed tail swerved about and swept inches from the ground like a pendulum. Ice cold wisps rolled out from the infused grind arches of his shoes and danced about his feet, into quick forming smokey wings before dissipating over the ankles.

Everything behind him would feel the temperature steadily decrease with the hollow whisper that coated the glass windows in frost and shimmering arrays of different ice patterns."Tell me" his deep voice being rather suave despite the thick tension filling the air around them, both of them had their ways of tracking their targets and for Kizus case came from the perception his right eye possessed. Both of them subtly drew in power that lingered throughout the terrain in some shape or form and Kizu was no fool.-

[Tre_Dilla]

Outside
Junni
Cloud 9

Nothing made Legacis happier than to hear her accept his request for more time together. It would be a stretch for sure but he had a feeling that having the ability to travel at light speed would come in handy. That being said he could feel what seemed to be a sinister aura on the horizion. "Junni, my dear do you feel that?" He asked. In all reality the prospect of a new challenge didn't frighten him in the least but he was worried about the others. As soon as this aura began to move the most of the patrons began to as well.

"I'm sure it's nothing we should concern ourselves with physically but it might be in the best in treat of the halcyon to set up some kind of barrier as well as check out this disturbance." He continued. Legacis was somewhat excited to go an a semi adventure with the goddess. His senses were put on alert due to Black moving around. Although he was unaware of situation it would only take a signal from Black for Legacis to come to his aid.