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Hubert looked at Pascal as she asked about the healers. How was he supposed to know? "We'll have to ask around until we find one." Hubert wondered if Gaius had any healing artes, but quickly dismissed the idea. If he did, he was probably trying to rest, too. "How strong of an arte do you think we'll need?" This would be so much easier if Cheria were here. She specialized in healing artes, and Hubert trusted her judgement completely.

Location: Fooji Mountain
Currently With: Mikhail, Hiccup, Toothless, Yohan

Rose watched the interaction between Yohan and Mikhail as the former was only pulling the white dragon's leg. She wasn't one for jokes, yet she did found some amusement from watching Mikhail's reaction. She then glanced over to Hiccup when he mentioned a placed called Meltokio and a place called Sybak. It was then Yohan spoke up. She was rather curious as to why Yohan would rather go to Sybak than Meltokio. Was he considered a wanted criminal there or perhaps an outcast? Whatever the case it, it seemed to be a personal issue. The dark dragoon then glanced over to Mikhail when she heard his question. "I can assume we'll be going to Sybak. If going to Meltokio will only cause trouble for Yohan, then it would be best to avoid the city for the time being." With Yohan being a native in this world, she could use his help. She can hope that Dart and the others weren't anywhere in Meltokio if that were the case. Her gaze then shifted to Yohan. "How far off is Sybak?" Now that she thought about it, she can ask about the whereabouts of her companions. "Also have you, Hiccup, and Toothless have seen a swordsman wearing red armor anywhere?"



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Location: Open Field
Currently With: Richard, Lambda, Crow

Learn by being friendly? Hiei didn't have time to be everyone's friend. He couldn't help but smirk from noticing how Crow moved to hide Richard, as if he were afraid that the three-eyed demon was going to attack him. As far as he was concerned, he had no interest on attacking the two. It then he heard Crow's question regarding the whereabouts of this other group. "Further south just past which I assume is Sybak. They are currently engaged in a battle of their own. It doesn't matter to me if the two of you want to meet with them or not. Either way, we will be crossing paths with them soon enough." As to what in the world the other group was fighting, not even Hiei can describe it. To him it looked as ridiculous as the first form of Yusuke's spirit beast. He then shifted his gaze to Richard. "The Jagan Eye." He said as he removed his headband, revealing a third eye on his forehead that was giving off a bluish glow. "Being able to see remotely is one of the powers it grants me."

There was no doubt in the demon's mind that Crow and Richard would want to meet the other group. There was a possibility they might know each other. Now which one of those fools would he make contact with? By the impression he was getting, the armored one seemed like an idiot, the blue female is about as bubbly as Botan, the redhead with the hat seemed a bit promising and so did the other redhead. Then there was the young fox spirit. Unlike the others, he seemed to be mute. He was no Kurama, but he would have to do. Plus it would be amusing on him to remotely watch the kid relay the message by drawing on dirt as he did by means of communication to his companions. Closing his eyes, Hiei would concentrate as he would deliver a telepathic message to the fox spirit. 'Hey, Fox. You may not know who I am, but I have been watching you and your companions since your previous battle. It would seem you're heading for the same destination as we are.'

Azura gaped at the way the Temmie behaved. Did it just...ramen noodle its way around all that? she wondered.

Even Kratos found himself confounded at the way this Temmie creature moved its limbs in defiance of all reason. For a couple of seconds he stared with a creased brow, stunned, until he came to the conclusion that it was a shapeshifter of sorts, able to bend its form to extremes in order to maneuver out of harm's way.

On a side note, Kratos did not yet know it was called "tethering", but he again noticed a sensation that seemed to be coming from Seishin, like the child was subconsciously taking some energy from him somehow. He recalled the other times he felt that, and began to notice a theme. It was like he needed to do that in order to do anything magic-related. Change his form, use artes...it seemed kind of backward to him, for something akin to a Summon Spirit. He didn't mind so much, but now he was curious. He would have to ask about it later, when the situation would be calmer and he'd have room for some conversation.

Speaking of maneuvering out of harm's way, though...

Azura and Kratos found themselves occupied with sidestepping and dodging the blows of its...whip-like limbs. The latter charged a spell as he moved, then in a few moments, centered it on the Temmie's main body. "Air Thrust!" Green blades of wind slashed at its target, but only for a little while---the field of effect was static, so it only had to weather the attack for a few seconds as it continued freely rolling away. It didn't even seem fazed yet.

The former was more focused on knocking away the lashes that got too close while trying to get shots of Crystal Knives and Raven Gale in at its main body. All the while, she still took in the creature's scent, just waiting for something to click. Eventually something did, especially after she got a glimpse of the Temmie's "backpack". Her mind went on a runaway train of thought.

Darkness...strong against ghosts but not so much against steel...
Ice. Definitely not so effective against steel.
Water...not too bad, but not too good either.
It'll be able to keep itself away from the ground...

"...AHA! I've got it! Everyone! Use FIRE!"

Without hesitation, Kratos heeded the dark elven woman's advice. He did a backward jump that launched him into the air, then at the peak of his jump he conjured a sizable fireball before him and struck it with its blade to launch it toward the Temmie's main body. "Hell Pyre!"

Emil frowned a bit. It wasn't like Sesshōmaru was wrong about Aeris being looked to if something from her world did show up, but did he have to sound so brash about it? He honestly couldn't tell if the demon was being rude or if it was because he was an introvert and just wasn't very good at talking to people. But, at least Aeris didn't seem all that bothered by his statement. "Don't worry. If there's a way to get you home, I'll help you find it. Hopefully before anything disastrous happens to Aselia or some other planet." Emil looked at Rin when Aeris mentioned there had to be a reason she and the others were brought to Aselia. Aeris and Sesshōmaru, sure, but he had a hard time believing Rin could do anything. She was a little girl that shouldn't be put in danger.

Something told him Sesshōmaru would slaughter a cat if it so much as scratched her, so he was terrified to think of what he'd do to some crazy space-bending overlord for even looking at the girl. Yes, maybe it would be best to keep Rin out of danger if they wanted to avoid learning the answer to that.

"We'd appreciate the help. Though, we're far from solving this mystery. Anyway, I look forward to learning more about materia." Leaving the inn, Emil waited for a couple of kids to run passed before heading for the stairs. It was a good thing he had walked to Zelos's mansion so many times and didn't get lost in the city anymore. It wasn't long at all before they arrived at the mansion. Considering Zelos's usual group of followers were nowhere in sight, he guessed the orange-haired chosen wasn't home. I really hope Seles is in a good mood. "Do you mind waiting out here for a few minutes? I don't think it'd be a good idea to crowd the house before talking to them." Mostly because Seles wasn't entirely stable, but he was far too nice to say that out loud.






Hiccup slumped a bit as Yohan teased Mikhail. Up until the pirate had laughed, the young Viking couldn't even tell he was lying. He knew Yohan was lying because he'd already expressed that he was a pirate and a wanted fugitive because of it, but that didn't stop him from being both impressed and terrified with Yohan's lying capability. He could definitely learn a few things from him. His eyes went to Mikhail when he asked where they were going, and Hiccup sweat dropped a bit as Toothless tilted his head. Wherever they went, he seriously doubted Mikhail would be able to explore the place with them. He wasn't a giant like the Red Death had been, but he wasn't as small as Toothless was either. Sure, if he curled up he could fit on one of the their ships, but he would need his own. He was certainly thin enough to fit in one. Rose suddenly asked about a swordsman in red armor, snapping Hiccup out of his dragon fascination, and he looked at her. "Can't say I have. I mean, I've been in the sky since I came here except for when I met Yohan, so I haven't seen any other human but you and the people at the hot spring. Sorry."

Fairy Circle or Healing Wind. He hoped they could find someone that knew those spells, or one similar in strength. "I can't say I'm well stocked either. I wasn't expecting to be put in a situation where I'd need all the supplies I can possibly carry." It looked like there were merchants already set up around the large refugee camp. Since that was the case, a shopping spree was in order after Pascal and Serenity were treated. As he semi-led Pascal through the crowd (he was less concerned with her following him and more focused on keeping her out of trouble), he stopped when they were approached by a man with blue hair and pointed ears. He spoke with a strange accent, but luckily it wasn't all that difficult to decipher. "We are....My friend and I are looking for a healer. You wouldn't happen to know where we can find one, would you?"

With nothing else to be said between Gaius and the three Aselians, he watched them move away to find a better place for them rest. Crossing his arms again in thought, the foreign king wondered what all these people were going to do. They could, of course, stay near the tower until things were safe for them to return home, but monsters would eventually pick them off. "Why are you so worried about them? They're not your people. Shouldn't you be more concerned on getting back to Kanbalar?" "While it's true I am no king to these people, I can't ignore their troubles. Not only would it go against my promise to protect the weak, but their problem may be directly linked to ours." Muzét simply shook her head, but didn't stop smiling. Before he could question her, they were approached by someone wearing a blue uniform. It vaguely reminded Gaius of Hubert's, but it wasn't as vibrant as his. "Well, aren't you the observant one?" Gaius couldn't tell if Muzét was in a bad mood or just being more playful than she usually was. "You assume correctly. I'm Gaius and this Muzét. I'm guessing you're not a local either." "Sol." The Absol looked up at Gaius, clearly disappointed he hadn't been introduced as well. "...This is Absol. Happy?"

Zaul responded to Hubert's query with an apologetic smile. "Well, Ah'll be frank. Ah don' pers'nally know any potent healers myself, but Ah'm capable o' castin' a decent healin' arte 'r two. First Aid 'r Healin' Stream sound good 'nough?" Though the evacuation of Hima was taxing, he still had enough casting energy thanks to that strange bloom of mana that happened within him.

As soon as he finished his question, the girl seemed to be trying to throw herself upon him...trying to reach at his face or something? For someone injured, she seemed startlingly spunky. He flinched back in surprise, eye widened. "Uh...s-s'cuse me, miss, what was that all 'bout?"





My, the "fairy" woman seems a bit testy, thought Jade amusedly.

"Your guess is correct as well. I am Jade Curtiss of the world of Auldrant. A pleasure to meet you all." Formalities were reflex for him, though he determined it was needless to give his full title. Of what significance would his rank be to a person of another world, anyway? "I've managed to find the company of a few more other-worlders and a local. Currently, we're recuperating from the evacuation of a town called Hima, and we've agreed on spreading out and doing a survey of sorts for a bit. If I may ask, how did you turn up in this world?"