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Mordecai did not have to think very long. After nearly two years of living on the extreme fringes of Solrise student society, he knew that he would have almost literally jumped at a chance like this, had it been offered.: "That sounds like an excellent idea. Something relaxed and informal, to let people get used to each other and make friends."
"Hm. Excellent. I shall see to putting up some posters about it. After all, nobody should be without a friend, hm?" "For you, in case there should be someone who seeks out your company. My family has taught me to never invite company without something to eat or drink. As for companionship, for one, I've always been somewhat....curious about you myself."
"No problem at all."
"What....kind of people?" "Not so much something....formal. I was thinking just a nice period of time to just sit and chat." "What would you say to something like that? No need for elaborate ceremony, just a nice warm cup of tea and some nice conversation."
(Lastelle's feeling the heat!)
Lastelle launches a Heat Attack!
Critical: 1, crit!
Runner Mage Associate H takes 180 damage!
Runner Mage Associate H is defeated!
(Evador breaks boundaries!)Map updated.
(Xerxe's Anti-Magic activates!)
(Lastelle's Support activates!)
Xerxe initiates!
Hit Rate: 86 to hit
Hit: 43, hit!
Critical: 7, crit!
Runner Mage Associate G takes 48 damage!
Runner Mage Associate G is defeated!
"I'm sure a spear would be nice too." "What kind of trouble, exactly?" "Nah but....think about it from a logical point of view. You don't know a thing about Theodora, right? Think of it like reconnaissance. Or field research. You scope her out, figure out if she's all that you really want, what she likes, what she's like when she's just relaxing." "....of course, I haven't had a boyfriend OR a girlfriend before, so I'm not exactly a font of wisdom."
"Guys, we're good aaand...." "What happened here?"
"MydadtaughtmeeverythingIknowaboutfirefighting. He'sthereasonIwanttogointotheRescueCorpsafterI'mdonehere." "Whoa, whoa. Don't ask her on a date right away. Just ask to hang out some time. You know, chill out in the cafeteria or the lake or something."
-snip-Your attention is suddenly drawn to a nearby table with what looks like several pamphlets. Judging from the illustrations and the titles like "Top Ten Must See Tourist Attractions of Ishim" and "Ishim Travel Guide", this might be a good start to finding one of those karaoke bars.
"I dunno, have you asked her? You're worrying about it so much but you really should get her opinion on it. Worst thing she does is say 'No'. Not the end of the world.""Iknow. ThatiswhyIaskedforhelp. Acrewoffirefighterscannotputoutawildfirewithoneman. Thatiswhatmydadalwaystoldme."
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"Imightneedyourhelpinfuture. Iamnotgoodatpublicspeaking....." "A sparring match? I....somehow don't think she's going to be too happy about that one. But....I think if you just go up to her and ask....she might be down to just hang out?" "You really are. Like, yeah, it might get brought up from time to time, but it won't be the end of the world if you splat on the ice. It just means people know you're human. They'll like you more if you can screw up and not act like it's the end of the world."
"Do not worry about this 'bus fare'. After negotiations with the man who called himself the Busdriver, we were able to make it here in time."(Gata's Support activates!)As the Runner captain slumps to the ground, unconscious, Evie takes this time to inflict even more pain and suffering upon their foes.
(Largo's Wild Shape is active!)
(Largo's Primal Rage is active!)
Largo initiates!
Hit Rate: 80 to hit
Hit: 59, hit!
(Vengeance check: 13, check!)
Critical: 9, crit!
Runner Captain B takes 42 damage!
Runner Captain B is defeated!
Largo gains a Master Seal....and must trade it away!
(Evie is terribly disappointed....)
(Gata's Support activates!)
Evie initiates!
Hit Rate: 55 to hit
Hit: 6, hit!
Runner Mage Associate G is poisoned!
Runner Mage Associate G cannot retaliate!
Runner Mage Associate G is poisoned!The remaining Runners look at each other, one queasier than the other, then at their fallen leader.
Runner Mage Associate G takes 6 damage!
(Largo's Toughened Hide is active!)
(Largo's Primal Rage is active!)
(Gata's Support activates!)
Runner Mage Associate G initiates!
Hit Rate: 56 to hit
Hit: 14, hit!
Largo takes no damage!
Largo cannot retaliate!
(Largo is marked!)
(Largo's Toughened Hide is active!)
(Largo's Primal Rage is active!)
(Gata's Support activates!)
Runner Mage Associate G initiates!
Hit Rate: 61 to hit
Hit: 11, hit!
Largo takes no damage!
Largo cannot retaliate!
(Largo is marked!)
"Dora? ....don't worry, you're not alone reacting like that. I've seen plenty of students on the general course really crapping themselves at the thought of talking to her. Really, don't worry about it." "Where do you think we are, high school? People might laugh a little, but they'll forget about it. We're all adults here. Mostly."
"Ineverthoughtaboutitlikethat. Isupposeitwouldbeliketryingtofightforthefirsttime. Orputoutyourfirstfire.....""Thankyousomuchforyourhelp! Idon'thaveverymuchIcangiveyouasarewardsoI'lljustgiveyouwhatIcan." "We were alerted to the potential dangers of an evildoer in the area. Despite our difficulties with handling those metal beasts, we were able to arrive to provide aid."
