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Post by Javal Zarrias on Apr 25, 2023 16:40:08 GMT -5
Javal was currently sitting down at a game table in a tavern in Thunderhoof Village. He was playing a game of cards with money on the line, he didn’t really care about the money he was just excited to play. It was tense, everyone had bet a decently high amount and the winner’s share was gonna be large. Everyone was tense all right, that was everyone except for Javal, he was just happy to be playing. He hadn’t even been looking at his hand, only playing the card that he drew next. He didn’t even know what the game they were playing was called to be honest. All that he knows is that he was winning and the people around him were losing. Soon the game ended with Javal winning the money and everyone grumbling and leaving the table.
“Hey guys where's everyone going? We were having so much fun”, Javal said earnestly.
No one paid him any mind though, he was left all alone at the table with only the cash at his side. He was saddened that all his new buddies had left so soon after the game ended.
“Hey does anybody want to be my friend, anybody”, Javal shouts out with hope that anybody would respond.
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Post by Arashi Tento on Apr 25, 2023 20:18:50 GMT -5
Arashi was visiting Thunderhoof Village and as the night approached he went to the tavern and inn of the Village as he entered the place he saw several people leaving, seemingly in frustration as they were huffing, sighing, and complaining in hushed voices. as soon as he was inside he heard someone asking if anyone wanted to be friends with him... while this was odd and most people would probably ignore it or just nope out of that, Arashi wasn't quite like most people.
the voice reminded him of himself somewhat, while he's never been as forward as to ask for friends by yelling in a tavern he has felt like doing so... He couldn't just let this lonely soul go ignored. so as he identified the source, a fellblood alone at the games table, he approached.
Once he reached the table he nodded at the fellblood and presented himself, "Hello, I'm Arashi, I heard you were looking for friends..?" he said the last bit more quietly and with a bit of indecision... he didn't want to seem like he was also lacking friendships but he probably made it more obvious without realizing it. As he sat down he noticed the pile of money on the table, one which he hadn't noticed before, hopefully no one would take him as an opportunist... but as he noticed it he couldn't help but wondering "Were you the reason those guys left in such a mood?"
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Post by Javal Zarrias on Apr 26, 2023 1:46:41 GMT -5
Javal was starting to get saddened a bit, no one wanted to be his friend it seemed. He could only wonder why, maybe he did something wrong to earn the ire of the tavern.
As he pondered on this he saw someone sit across from him at the table, “Woah, Hello there good sir. Arashi is it? Woah that sounds like a really cool name and yeah I’m looking for friends. I’m here all alone, everyone is leaving for no good reason it seems like".
Javal then hoisted up his money on the table and said, “Yeah we were all playing cards, I won and I think everyone’s mad because they lost I think at least. I didn’t even really want the money, I just saw everyone huddled here and playing cards and wanted to join in and make friends. Honestly, I didn’t even know how to play or what game we were even playing".
After finishing saying that he immediately faces palms and stands up to bow deeply and then stands back up at his full height, “My apologies for not introducing myself earlier. My name is Javal Zarrias, I’m the head of the Drakon Security Company, a former member of the Black Dragon Pirates, and a student of Ronrik Emeraldcutter. It is a pleasure to make meet you Sir Arashi”.
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Post by Arashi Tento on Apr 28, 2023 4:29:39 GMT -5
Arashi listened as the other explained what had happened, when Javal got up and bowed while introducing himself, Arashi raised his hand a little sort of signaling him to stop. "Oh that's not necessary... no need to bow too much or even call me sir." He wasn't really uncomfortable with it but he felt the Fellblood might've bowed too deeply... it wasn't needed he was just a swordsman visiting a tavern and while he did come from a land where respect was important it also was extremely contextual and specific. no need to do more than a slight bow or a deep nod for this situation, besides he didn't like being treated differently from others... even if the common treatment would make him uncomfortable...
"That's quite a few titles, I'm just a swordsman from the Crescent Isles, and I believe what might've upset them was 'Beginner's luck' as some people call it... if it's true you didn't know the game's name or rules... well I'd understand why they'd be upset at losing!" Arashi chuckled, hopefully Javal wouldn't take it the wrong way, he was just trying to make conversation and found the whole situation a bit amusing. "Either way I would put away the money if you don't wanna spend it... I don't think those guys will come back today, but it might still attract the wrong kind of attention"
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Post by Javal Zarrias on Apr 28, 2023 11:26:21 GMT -5
“Really is that so? This type of thing always seems to happen whenever I play any card games with people. I’ve actually never lost a card game before, I don’t even know how to play any actual card games at all. I just try to have fun and meet new people but in the end, I always win. I think it’s because of my lack of knowledge of the games that I do so well maybe I just have permanent beginner’s luck”, Javal chuckles as he says the last part.
“That’s probably a good idea, Arashi”, Javal says as he puts the money under his feet, “Ah I don’t even know what I should do with all of these solars. I could buy so many sandwiches and root beers for a long time with it all”.
“So Arashi what’s your story? How strong are you? Do you have any dreams or goals you want to pursue?”Javal asks excitedly awaiting Arashi’s answers.
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Post by Arashi Tento on May 9, 2023 15:48:41 GMT -5
As Javal mentioned always winning at card games despite not knowing any of them, Arashi was a bit skeptical but he wouldn't comment on it, as he had seen weirder things so it wasn't really impossible... still odd but who was he to judge? He then chuckled a little at the sandwiches and root beers comment, although Javal didn't seem to be joking, Arashi found it amusing, he didn't count the money but he was pretty sure it was enough to buy way more than that...
"Well, I am from the crescent Isles, child of a minor warrior nobility father and a wealthy merchant mother. There's not much to tell in regards to that other than I lived a pretty sheltered life... and while I never really struggled, financially at least I was never truly free nor was I happy..." While there was more to that story Arashi didn't want to overshare which he felt he was already doing a little, but the Fellblood had asked so... "and while I don't consider myself a pushover, I still have much to learn." He was slightly confident on his ability in combat, but he was a ware he wasn't nearly near the top fighters... and not even close to his full potential. "I know my way around a few weapons, although swords are where I find myself most comfortable, I also know some space magic, Space domain to be precise, but I'm still training." Then he had to think about the last question a little, "Hmm well... as of right now, I just want to explore, learn and meet new people. I don't have a goal in mind other than that... I guess I just want to make up for my sheltered upbringing by going out to the world and experiencing more..."
Once he finished that he felt satisfied with his answer, and would then turn it around at Javal. "what about you? from what you said before, I know that you were a pirate and are a head of security, as well as tat you are studying under someone. you could go more into that, if you want. But I'd also like to know the rest of the thing's you've asked me. Do you consider yourself strong? and what are your goals right now?"
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Post by Javal Zarrias on May 24, 2023 12:15:43 GMT -5
Javal was intently looking at Arashi and paying close attention to his responses eagerly, Arashi seemed like a very fun and interesting man.
“Oh you’re from the Crescent Isles, I’ve heard that their warriors are some of the strongest around. I admired the swordsman and swordsmanship there, one of my mentors is actually from there. Swords are the best weapons, in my opinion, they’re the most fun weapon to use. What is the name of your weapons? Having fun, growing, and being free is one of the most wonderful goals to have Arashi. I can respect that. Yes, I am Javal Zarrias former Dragon Prince of the Black Dragon Pirates, I joined the crew as a kid and basically grew up there. My pirate crew mysteriously disappeared on our final clash against our archrivals, now I’m the President of Drakon Security Company. I have studied under four mentors, my pirate captain Wilford Wyther, my swordsmanship teacher Ronrik Emeraldcutter, and I were also taught by the two vice-captains of my former crew, Domenico and Zelgan. I’m currently trying to master my own style of fighting and techniques called the demon sword style. Yes, I am very strong myself. I once made someone cry due to the greatness of my strength. My dream is to make an organization to protect everybody in the entire world one day".
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Post by Arashi Tento on Jun 6, 2023 18:29:55 GMT -5
"That's quite a dream you have! I wish you luck I know it would make the lives of many a lot better" Arashi was genuine, and while he didn't quite believe it was possible, and if it was the chances of accomplishing something of such a scale, were almost none, he wouldn't bash on someone's dream or goal if it was noble, no matter how outlandish, after all even if he cant accomplish it, just trying would make the world a bit better already.
"Oh and also while I do enjoy swords and they are indeed my main weapon, I do dabble in other fighting styles, as well as a bit of magic, you never know when something else might be necessary so I like to learn as much as I can." Suddenly an idea occurred to Arashi's "Speaking of swordsmanship... how would you feel about having a friendly competition?" Arashi stood up "Nothing really serious mind you, just trying some tricks, and maybe cutting some stuff, you know shows of control over the blade and all that" He looked at Javal waiting for confirmation, he felt like it might be a good idea to pass the time and break the ice a little.
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Post by Javal Zarrias on Jun 10, 2023 2:01:19 GMT -5
“Thanks, Arashi I hope that my dream comes to flourishen one day I just want to make this world a better place then I found it. Another dream of mine is although being a former pirate I would also like to search for unclaimed treasure and discover the hidden wonders of this world”. Javal was happy that Arashi took so well to hearing Javal’s dreams. Usually, people would brush him aside whenever he stated his goals and dreams.
“The art of the blade is such an amazing and rewarding fighting style. I learn something every day from wielding my blade. I myself try to mix my own style of magic and might in order to do combat”, Javal says excitedly he loved talking about fighting more than anything else.
Javal’s eyes sparkled in excitement as Arashi asked him, “I’d be absolutely delighted to do some friendly competition”, he got up carried his heavy bags of money, and walked outside following behind Arashi.
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Post by Arashi Tento on Jul 2, 2023 19:37:09 GMT -5
"Great!" Arashi was a bit excited too he's never had the chance to do something like this with another swordsman. before walking outside he told the tavern keep what they were gonna do so he wouldn't worry as well as announcing to the patrons that a sword trick competition was about to start and the could come watch and if they so desired. stepping out Arashi began to think up what the rules could be. "Ok so, I think the best way to go about this is probably to set some rules to ensure we are kind of in similar footing. I was thinking we should stick to using just our swords and the sword related abilities we might have, Basically since our ability with magic might give us some edge over the other, I would rather we keep it out at least for now, so basically let's just stick with our abilities with a blade. we'll try to do tricks and show off our swordsmanship, it might be best to start simple and go up from there trying to one up each other! You good with that?"
Arashi was getting excited, he had practiced a lot of sword tricks growing up but he stopped a while ago since it really isn't beneficial or useful in battle... more often than not the simplest and most direct method, was the best one. So he might be a bit rusty. But that didn't mean he wouldn't give it his all! some people stepped out to watch so they better start soon!
"Do you want to start or should I?"
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Post by Javal Zarrias on Jul 4, 2023 21:37:21 GMT -5
Javal walks outside giddy with excitement, he’d sparred against only a handful of opponents he’d even only recently sparred against the powerful Yasei although he had lost that fight it was still a great spar nonetheless.
He nodded in agreement to Arashi’s proposal of rules, “Sounds good Arashi I’m excited to see what you’ve got”.
Javal walked over a couple of feet across from Arashi and unsheathed his blade, Thesmos, and said, “You can start us off Arashi give it your best shot, no holding back for my sake”.
Javal then stood there waiting for Arashi’s move with excitement; he was almost jumping with joy barely able to keep himself still. He loved competing and he loved swords so this was going to be one of his favorite things ever at least that’s what the math told Javal.
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