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Post by ARETO on Sept 26, 2016 23:08:42 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLIES The stars in the sky were absolutely dazzling. It was as though he was staring up at the night sky in the real world. Areto's eyes widened and the smile on his face threatened to split it in two. He laid with his hands behind his head while humming a soft tune. This was the fourth day of beta and it was going well. He grew used to the idea that his body on the outside wasn't moving and was possibly laying immobile for hours while he was in the game. It couldn't be healthy for him and maybe he'd take a day off in the future. He was levelling rather quickly and the manual would take some time to analyse. Areto sat up and stared at his hands, his gauntlets glimmering in the silvery moonlight. His outfit changed drastically from the time that he was a new player. It'd take some time to sort it all out but he was comfortable in what he wore. I might have to take some time off the game to do work, but I finished up the bulk of it before beta started.The blond stood up from the place that he was stargazing which had been on top of a house surprisingly. Hopping down onto a box and then another, he made his way out of an alley and down the main street. It was a lovely night after all, why not take a stroll. @open [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 27, 2016 7:34:33 GMT -6
Even if she'd love to admit she had made more progress, that just wasn't the case. The black haired, blue eyed girl had found herself being pulled away from the beta for at least one day and half due to health reasons, and now being back, she was seeing that everyone was making a significant progress while she was still barely off the new player status. Maybe that would change soon, if she was lucky however. Her eyes looked about as she decided maybe just going around for a walk would help. She was tired of hearing people left and right either talking about the accomplishments they already had or just calling her a loser for being so behind. It wasn't fair. Then again long had she'd grown used to life leaving her to struggle to catch up. That there however was something she worked drastically in making up for, which was why at times people called her certain kinds of derogatory names but she didn't care. The girl was more than willing to make life suffer the consequences of what it did to her, which meant that if she were to give up now, she'd never forgive herself. But that's besides the point. Right now she was walking across town, if you could call it that. It was smaller than a regular town, but it offered her some time to think. She's walking minding her own business when she accidentally brushes against someone, causing her to look over and spotting a blond male. "Sorry." Its all she offers for a moment, only to return to her walking, not wanting to bother anybody else. ARETO
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Post by ARETO on Sept 27, 2016 9:05:05 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLIES Areto hummed a soft tune as he walked. There weren't many lanterns lit but the moonlight, stars, and dim glow of lights from homes provided enough light for him to see where he was going. He crossed his arms behind his head and whistled a little tune. It was a song that his mother taught him when he was young, The Rabbit in the Moon, she said to him back then. He couldn't remember the actual words but the tune was forever engraved in his head. Areto looked to the side and was going to turn down another street until someone brushed against his shoulder and murmured a soft apology. The blond was struck quiet for a second and looked back at the person. It wasn't as though he was irritated for being bumped into or even miffed that they left so quickly. She just seemed so sad. The people around him were energetic and hurrying from place to place but she seemed stagnant almost. Lost in her own moments, her own world even. Areto frowned a little though it gave way to a warm smile. " Hey!" He called. " Could you wait a second?" The blond hurried over to her side and smiled happily. " My name is Areto, it's nice to meet you." Areto held out his hand with a grin. HEL @open [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 27, 2016 9:39:48 GMT -6
For once you could count Hel for being dumbstruck. Someone willingly spoke to her without her having to innitiate it, nor were they looking for something from her, they were just... Nice. Her gaze shifts a bit as she stops and turns around, facing the blond. He seems willing to talk to her, and for once the girl would throw her past experiences in the past and allow herself to be a bit more open up to talking to someone. Milky blue eyes look up and she faces the male, a smile crossing her lips. "Well met." She replies, only to add. "I'm Hel."The way she pronounces her name is still odd, even for herself. Its not due to language barriers or nothing, but its eerily similar as to how someone would say hell. But at the same time not. Go figure, she went off and named herself after the daughter of Loki from Norse mythology. It was a peculiar peculiar name, one she could actually call out others on saying it wrong too. Her head lowers a bit, and its starting to show that she has issues communicating with others already on a regular basis. ARETO
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Post by ARETO on Sept 27, 2016 10:01:25 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLERS Hel. There were only two things that Areto knew from that one word. One dealt with Norse Mythology while the other was centered around the Christian belief of a realm for sinners to be punished for all eternity. Seeing as she didn't seem like the sort of person to warrant such a name (although he knew another who might), it must have been the first one. Or perhaps he was assuming too quickly on what she was like. Though the way that she smiled at him and then cast her gaze lower only seemed to reinforce the idea that Hel was more than likely a sweetheart or a very talented actress. " That's very interesting," he said. " Does it stem from Norse Mythology?" It was better to ask then to be judgemental. But it wasn't as if there was anything wrong with her name. She chose it and thus that was her moniker for as long as she choosed to remain on the game. He was just happy enough to see if she would smile again. " My name stems from an Amazonian warrior, peculiar I know, but they are very admirable women." HEL @open [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 27, 2016 10:19:25 GMT -6
Well he figured out kind of fast, leaving the girl slightly surprised. But she wasn't about to show such a thing. Honestly she never really showed much, her gaze still fixed downwards before she decides to look up, her blue eyes looking at him. "The same one. Loki's daughter. I'm surprised you could figure it out that easily, most people would just jump to the Christian version of it and assume I'm this horrible person." Not that she's a saint, mind you, but she hides well her less attractive traits unless she's in a bad mood. Surprisingly she's in a good mood, or more so neutral? Hel doesn't seem to be in the mood to yell at anybody or make them feel like they're worthless at least.
He proceeds to tell her where his name stems from, and boy is he lucky she's not in a mood to tear into him or make fun of his name's origin. Well then again, she can't go against someone who knows their lore, that usually awards them a +1 in her book of first impressions. Yet now? She doesn't really know what to do or say. Quick, think of something, Hel! "...Not everyone would go for a name opposing of their gender. Takes some guts." Almost shot yourself on the foot if not for the last moment save.
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Post by ARETO on Sept 27, 2016 10:26:33 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPLY CRAWLIES Well, his assumption was right at the very least but she didn't seem very helpless at all. The corner of his lips tilted upwards and he gave a nonchalant shrug at the compliment. Most persons tended to confuse him as being female or male. Was there any difference beside the genitals and a few organs along with tissues being put in place? Then again, there was also the issue of biochemistry which could prove to be an issue later on in life especially when puberty set in. Nonetheless, males and females were two sides of the same coin and it was an honor to be apart of either sex. " I have a younger sister," he said. " If I was embarrassed to be called by a woman's name then how could I ever encourage her to be proud of herself." Areto hummed lightly and motioned for the two of them to walk together. He crossed his arms behind his head and turned his gaze upwards to the sky. Women were considered to be the lesser for reasons that he couldn't seem to understand. A woman could birth a child, bleed for seven days without dying, and withstood the weight of the world. Areto's mother even told him that one woman turned the entire world upside down. How could a sex so wonderful be considered lesser? It was absolute idiocy. " Women are amazing," Areto said. " A man's equal if not his better, if you ask me." HEL @open [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 27, 2016 11:41:32 GMT -6
 | sometimes it's hard to find the words to say
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[attr="class","rr"]Now this was fun. She finds herself walking with him, not showing much of a negative emotion towards the invitation because there wasn't one. Hel had to admit at times she did judge books by covers, but since Areto had been the one to approach her first, she never had the time to observe him and make any kind of speculation. Which was a good thing sometimes. Sometimes the best of friendships come from the uncanny encounters. But that also means there's always a chance for failiure. But right now that doesn't matter. "The female gender is strong in its own right. I should know myself. I've been told I'm stronger than most girls for a few reasons that..." She pauses. Was it wise to share the information? She decides to hush up for now. Her head tilts. "I wish things hadn't gotten in my way since this beta started. I'm already used to the sensation of being unable of moving already, so I took up video games when I was younger as an escape. Some would call it unhealthy, but I had my reasons." She adds, only to smirk a bit. He was one of those individuals. Its fine by her, she's not one to judge personal choices as long as they're not rubbed in her face. "You're a good older brother." Her own experience with elder siblings was... Sub-par. So it was nice to see someone actually caring for their younger siblings via example. ARETO[googlefont=Droid Serif][newclass=".rr"]height:200px;overflow:auto;padding-right:3px;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar]width:4px;background-color:#ae0000;border:none;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb]width:4px;background-color:white;[/newclass]
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Post by ARETO on Sept 27, 2016 11:47:36 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLERS Areto glanced at her from the corner of his eye. Did he say something weird? Why was she staring at him like that? Becoming a bit self-conscious, the blond chuckled and rubbed the back of his neck with a little smile. And then the comment came. Praise for being a good older brother. His eyes widened by a small fraction before a fond smile formed on his lips. Back then, he would've given anything to be near his sister or to make her smile brighter than the sun. Being the only child for so long nearly drove him insane until she was born. And for his job to take him farther away from her was a crime that couldn't be paid for. Though, she did seem excited for him when it was announced to his family that he'd be partaking in the game's beta testing. " I suppose that I am," he said. " Sadly, being an older brother didn't come with an instruction book and I'm sure I've made tons of mistakes." But it all worked out in the end. She was happy in the end. Areto lowered his arms and looked towards Hel giving her his full attention. What did she mean by already being used to not being able to move? Using the game for an escape? Did other people make fun of her for such a thing? Remembering how Celsius froze and his hesitancy in asking Comic, Areto stifled the question that was bubbling up in his throat. Why.Why would anyone laugh at a person who was merely trying to find a way to cope with their situation or divert their attention from it? " You don't have to tell me anything," Areto said. " Not if you don't want to. Reasons are reasons, but I'm not here to judge you." He touched his chin in thought and glanced upwards. " More like.. I'm here because I wanted to talk to you and if possible be your friend." HEL [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 27, 2016 15:50:25 GMT -6
| sometimes it's hard to find the words to say
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[attr="class","rr"] "Its nothing bad, Areto... Just an accident when I was young. When I was finishing middle school actually." She admits, shaking her head. "My older brother never understood and blamed me for all the problems I brought the family, pretty much." Hel wasn't up for a very long talk about it, so she illustrated the simpler bullet points without leaving much information to go on, as she usually does on average. Her eyes closed before she puffed her cheeks a bit. The girl knew that as soon as she logged off, her brother would be waiting to berate her for not getting a job. It wasn't that she could, with the pain she was on normally. But this place offered the chance to walk again. Perhaps she'd much rather stay. Who knows. ARETO [googlefont=Droid Serif][newclass=".rr"]height:200px;overflow:auto;padding-right:3px;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar]width:4px;background-color:#ae0000;border:none;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb]width:4px;background-color:white;[/newclass]
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Post by ARETO on Sept 27, 2016 16:02:27 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLIES An accident from middle school. Older brother not truly understanding. He could only wonder where all of that lead to and the bigger picture rather than the small snippet that she gave him. It wasn't his place to pry. Areto knew that it wasn't his place to try and peek into her life when they had just met. If Hel wanted to tell him something or confide in him, she would, though that was only if their relationship persisted past this point. Areto hummed a soft tune before shrugging his shoulders. " Well, that doesn't change much," he said. " I'm still here and I'm sure that I could understand." Areto touched his chin and glanced upwards. " Then again, when you're in this world, you're Hel. Who you were outside doesn't really matter but if you had to ask me, I think you're very nice." He waved a hand as if dismissing something that was close to him. " Your brother may not understand right now but in time, perhaps he'll come to see things from a different perspective, who knows." If his younger sister was injured and needed someone in her corner, there was no doubt that he'd be there, but it wasn't the same for everyone and their families. Areto glanced forward and noticed that a questing board was nearest to them with a few adventurers leaving it. " Hey, why don't we do a quest together, it could be fun." He smiled in her direction. " Afterwards, if you'd like to talk about anything, I'm all ears." HEL [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 28, 2016 7:06:28 GMT -6
| sometimes it's hard to find the words to say
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[attr="class","rr"]Another moment of him talking, and Hel doesn't talk while he speaks, just to try and be nice about it. She's really not sure what to think, but he does offer her a good choice on what to do. A quest? Oh she'd be all in for that to be honest, anything to start working on gaining a bit more when it comes to the experience in this game. She'd fallen behind, after all. "Hm... A quest would be nice." She says with a smile. Its probably the first time since they've bumped into each other he's seen her smile. Hel wanted nothing more than to get her mind away from her life instead of sulking on the sensation of feeling useless. So a quest? Oh hell yes, she'd jump on that opportunity any day. Her eyes look at him. "You're more advanced than I am... So uhm... Lead the way!" she says, pushing a few dark stands away from her eyes. ARETO [googlefont=Droid Serif][newclass=".rr"]height:200px;overflow:auto;padding-right:3px;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar]width:4px;background-color:#ae0000;border:none;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb]width:4px;background-color:white;[/newclass]
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Post by ARETO on Sept 28, 2016 12:07:09 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLIES There he went again with the constant speech. Sometimes, others didn't like when you preached to them. But somehow Areto couldn't help but want to get all of his thoughts out in the open so nothing was left behind. Before he could open his mouth to voice an apology, she smiled. He nearly froze in his tracks or looked the other way but couldn't help but smile in return. The quest idea was accepted and he wondered which one would be suitable for right now. Taking her out to fight monsters probably wouldn't be the best option considering it was also nightfall, but a "milk run" mission would at least take the edge off the situation. " Sorry for talking so much," he said. " It's a bad habit." Looking towards the quest board as they came closer, he noticed that most of the missions were greyed out. As per usual. There was one mission who's DETAILS stood out to him the most. Lighting the torches on the main street of Horunka to chase away monsters that were creeping near the town. They must have had it hard for the last few days of beta. Monsters creeping around, living in a dense forest, what else could be around here. " How about this one?" HEL [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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Post by HEL on Sept 28, 2016 16:41:21 GMT -6
| sometimes it's hard to find the words to say
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[attr="class","rr"]"At least you don't have issues striking up conversation like me. I have some big issues so I tend to keep to myself." She admits, shaking her head as they reach the board and slowly looks over the choices available. As expected, most weren't, but it seems like both caught the the same mission into attention. Bright eyes look over the details quietly. "Yeah this one works" She answers him with a soft tone, her eyes looking back and checking the lamps. Luckily this won't take too long, and the reward wasn't all that bad for what they had to do, after all. ARETO [googlefont=Droid Serif][newclass=".rr"]height:200px;overflow:auto;padding-right:3px;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar]width:4px;background-color:#ae0000;border:none;[/newclass][newclass=.rr::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb]width:4px;background-color:white;[/newclass]
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Post by ARETO on Sept 28, 2016 18:10:31 GMT -6
[attr="class","strawberry"] [attr="class","coconut"]CREEPY CRAWLIES To say that he was worried for her would have been an understatement. Areto didn't quite know what to think about Hel's predicament outside of the game. It was fine if she was trying to use the game as a momentary escape but he wasn't very keen on letting her go about this alone. Mentally, he sighed. Here he was trying to be a confidant and a knight in shining armor but he was only making assumptions without any facts attached to it. Pushing the thoughts aside and rubbing the back of his head as he glanced over the details of the mission, he hummed lightly. " Well," he said. " All there is now would be doing it." He opened up his menu and flipped through to the «FRIENDS/GUILD» menu. Creating a new party and sending the invite towards her, Areto crossed his arms behind his head afterward. «ARETO» would like to add you to a party.
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" If we're going to be lighting torches," Areto said. " I doubt that they're all going to be in one place." He looked over his shoulder and tilted his head slightly, staring at the lit houses and lamps, there weren't any torches in sight so far. " Probably a scavenger hunt-type mission." HEL @open [newclass=.strawberry] background-color:#fff;box-shadow: 2px 2px 3px #c0c0c0;height:auto;margin:auto;width: 350px;padding:24px;font-size:11px;[/newclass] [newclass=.coconut] padding:10px;text-align:center;font-family:VT323;font-size:30px;text-transform:uppercase;[/newclass]
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