Author Topic: Keine Quest II - Shikigami Trio (Read 192988 times)

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #450 on:** July 26, 2012, 09:47:35 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 26, 2012, 09:45:27 PM

>Chuckle a bit. "Well, I wonder how she'll grow? I suppose she'll want to learn elemental magics once she's picked up the basics."
>We'll have to consider learning some magic ourselves, beyond what we already know for the general things.

Yukari chuckles, opening a gap with her fan where the door would be. "Who knows? I suppose that's up to her ~" She steps through the gap, and you are left alone with Neneru and Shiku. Shiku lets out a breath she's been holding for a little while.

"Well... she'd better treat Kaki well, or I'll give her a taste of my own power," Shiku says, attempting a tough act.

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #451 on:** July 26, 2012, 09:51:37 PM »

>Chuckle. "Don't worry, if things go south, I can just alter history. I don't usually use it without good reason anyways."
>Hmm...."I just thought of something Shiku, but you prefer physical conflict over other forms, correct? Perhaps Byakuren can teach you a few enhancement magics."
>We should probably learn some as well, to help keep the village safer.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #452 on:** July 27, 2012, 01:23:44 AM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 26, 2012, 09:51:37 PM

>Chuckle. "Don't worry, if things go south, I can just alter history. I don't usually use it without good reason anyways."
>Hmm...."I just thought of something Shiku, but you prefer physical conflict over other forms, correct? Perhaps Byakuren can teach you a few enhancement magics."

Shiku sighs. "Well, that'd be nice I'm sure... but what I really want to work on is just pure physical strength. I don't suppose you have any books on increasing just raw physical power?"

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>We should probably learn some as well, to help keep the village safer.

It would sure be a nice idea - especially after experiencing what you were like transformed and with Byakuren's enhancements.

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #453 on:** July 27, 2012, 01:36:01 AM »

>"We should be able to find some. But sometimes you need that extra edge. I'm already rather capable in physical combat when transformed, but being enhanced by Byakuren's magics made for a vast improvement."
>We should definitely see about learning a little from Byakuren.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #454 on:** July 27, 2012, 01:52:02 AM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 01:36:01 AM

>"We should be able to find some. But sometimes you need that extra edge. I'm already rather capable in physical combat when transformed, but being enhanced by Byakuren's magics made for a vast improvement."

Shiku nods. "Well, if you say so, we can do that." She stands up from the tea room, giving a small sigh. "So much has already happened today... I hope your life isn't always this hectic, Keine." Neneru bounces a bit, shouting out "I do! Today's been fun! I got to meet a bunch of really cool people!"

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>We should definitely see about learning a little from Byakuren.

You add it to your schedule. Your current schedule is:

- Tell Mokou and Kaguya to quiet down
- Something involving Mima
- Should probably see Sakuya again
- Ask Byakuren about enchancement magics
- Be somewhere in Gensokyo when Yukari wants you

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #455 on:** July 27, 2012, 02:02:22 AM »

>"No, not usually, These past few days have been more hectic than usual."

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #456 on:** July 27, 2012, 02:25:42 AM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 02:02:22 AM

>"No, not usually, These past few days have been more hectic than usual."

Shiku nods. "So what's next on the list. Day's already beginning to wind down, but I'd bet we got time for one more thing."

It is currently late afternoon.

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #457 on:** July 27, 2012, 09:56:45 AM »

>"Alright, we'll go find Mokou or Kaguya, and tell then to keep the explosions quiet."
>Finish the tea, and make for the bamboo forest!

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #458 on:** July 27, 2012, 10:58:12 AM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 09:56:45 AM

>"Alright, we'll go find Mokou or Kaguya, and tell then to keep the explosions quiet."
>Finish the tea, and make for the bamboo forest!

Shiku nods, smiling. "Maybe this'll give me a chance to fight her again."

The three of you head out of the village, and it's only a few hundred feet in that you see Mokou... well, Mokou's body, anyway. There's a pretty large hole through her gut, and it's hard to tell from here if she's even alive.

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #459 on:** July 27, 2012, 11:00:15 AM »

>Facepalm. "Well, at least she's immortal..."
>Let's go see if she's pulling back together yet.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #460 on:** July 27, 2012, 11:17:50 AM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 11:00:15 AM

>Facepalm. "Well, at least she's immortal..."
>Let's go see if she's pulling back together yet.

Stepping over, you can see that Mokou's actually nearly finished regnerating - which just adds the question of how badly she was injured before. Less than a minute later, Mokou's regenerated enough to open her eyes and speak at least. She gives one look at you and sighs. She still has the hole in her gut, although it's healing quickly now.

"Hey, Keine. I don't suppose you know where Kaguya got off to?"

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #461 on:** July 27, 2012, 11:21:57 AM »

>"Not at all, I've been inside the village all day. I actually was wanting to find you and Kaguya to begin with. You see, all the explosions from last night's fighting was disturbing Elder Saku's sleep. He wanted me to tell you and Kaguya to keep the explosions to a minimum, or fight further out to lessen the noise."

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #462 on:** July 27, 2012, 11:55:12 AM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 11:21:57 AM

>"Not at all, I've been inside the village all day. I actually was wanting to find you and Kaguya to begin with. You see, all the explosions from last night's fighting was disturbing Elder Saku's sleep. He wanted me to tell you and Kaguya to keep the explosions to a minimum, or fight further out to lessen the noise."

"Tch," Mokou sighs. "Not like it was my fault. Kaguya wanted to show me something special to make up for her two losses. It was really detailed. I'd like to think even Yuuka would be shocked by it. Maybe I should tell you about it sometime?" the immortal asks, giving you a grin. "But yeah, Kaguya's fault."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #463 on:** July 27, 2012, 12:43:13 PM »

>Nod. "That would be nice."
>Return the grin. "Would you like to see how my house has improved?"

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #464 on:** July 27, 2012, 01:21:01 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 12:43:13 PM

>Nod. "That would be nice."
>Return the grin. "Would you like to see how my house has improved?"

Mokou barks out a laugh. "You mean it's not a three-room shack anymore?" This isn't quite true - it used to have five rooms. "I mean, not that I can say I'm doing much better... but yeah, that'd be great to see. You gonna stop by Eientei and give Kaguya a lecture first? 'Cause if so, I wanna watch."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #465 on:** July 27, 2012, 02:28:47 PM »

>Chuckle a bit. "Alright, I guess I can lecture her a bit. So shall we be off?"
>Let's make for Eientei.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #466 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:31:45 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 02:28:47 PM

>Chuckle a bit. "Alright, I guess I can lecture her a bit. So shall we be off?"
>Let's make for Eientei.

The four of you walk to Eientei, It doesn't take too long, of course. You see the silver-haired Eirin unpacking boxes of medicine at the entrance. She nods to you.

"Good to see you again, Keine. I'm to understand you've been well?"

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #467 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:33:58 PM »

>Nod. "Indeed I have. And how has Tewi been? I expect she's still sour about having her luck sealed for the time?"

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #468 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:35:43 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 03:33:58 PM

>Nod. "Indeed I have. And how has Tewi been? I expect she's still sour about having her luck sealed for the time?"

Eirin nods. "I visited her at the Temple yesterday. She refuses to leave... keeps repeating 'the coin lost, I can't go'. I'm going to guess she made one of her usual lose-lose bets," Eirin continues, tilting her head at you in curiosity. "At least the Princess was happy today." Mokou smirks, muttering "Damn right, she'd better be."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #469 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:48:21 PM »

>"She tried, and even accused me of using a two-sided coin. But that's something she would try to use."
>Nod. "But at any rate, where is Kaguya right now? I have a message from the Head Elder to relay."

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #470 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:54:06 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 03:48:21 PM

>"She tried, and even accused me of using a two-sided coin. But that's something she would try to use."
>Nod. "But at any rate, where is Kaguya right now? I have a message from the Head Elder to relay."

Eirin jerks her head inside. "In there, of course. Although I'd question your wisdom in putting the Princess and Mokou in the same room. And stay out of any door marked with a triangle. ...Seriously. Just don't."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #471 on:** July 27, 2012, 04:05:12 PM »

>"Don't worry, I'll make sure she behaves. I've already told Mokou what the elder had to say, as it concerns their regular fights."
>Let's head in and find Kaguya, being mindful of what Eirin said.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #472 on:** July 27, 2012, 04:12:13 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 04:05:12 PM

>"Don't worry, I'll make sure she behaves. I've already told Mokou what the elder had to say, as it concerns their regular fights."
>Let's head in and find Kaguya, being mindful of what Eirin said.

Eirin rolls her eyes. "If you can find a way to stop THOSE, my life will be much easier." She turns away and starts unloading the medicines again as you head inside. Along the left are several rooms marked with triangles on the door, but of course you avoid those. In the third room on the right, you see Kaguya sitting on a bed in front of a large mirror, combing her long hair. Mokou stays out of sight. "I'll listen in," she whispers, "you'll probably get better reactions if she doesn't know I'm there."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #473 on:** July 27, 2012, 04:22:14 PM »

>Sigh quietly, then knock on the doorframe.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #474 on:** July 27, 2012, 05:15:04 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 04:22:14 PM

>Sigh quietly, then knock on the doorframe.

Kaguya jerks a bit, turning toward you before offering a smile. "Oh, welcome! I wasn't expecting any visitors today. Please, come in." She makes a spot on the bed for you. Apparently she hasn't seen Shiku or Neneru yet.

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #475 on:** July 27, 2012, 05:23:52 PM »

>Nod, and head in with Shiku and Neneru.
>"These are two of my three new Shikigami. This is Shiku, and that's Neneru." Indicate them as we mention them.

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #476 on:** July 27, 2012, 08:23:33 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 05:23:52 PM

>Nod, and head in with Shiku and Neneru.
>"These are two of my three new Shikigami. This is Shiku, and that's Neneru." Indicate them as we mention them.

The two of them bow, Neneru rather awkwardly. Kaguya smirks a bit, but bows back.

"And I am Kaguya Houraisan, former Princess of the Lunar Capital. Pleased to make your acquaintance." Then her voice gets a little louder. "Mokou! Don't think I don't know you're there!" Mokou almost sheepishly walks in to the room, grinning. "So what gave it away, moonbitch?" Kaguya's smirk just gets a little wider. "You smell, Mokou. Of blood and sweat and all sorts of things."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #477 on:** July 27, 2012, 08:37:07 PM »

>Sigh.
>"At any rate, I have a message from Head Elder Saku, concerning your frequent battles with Mokou. The explosions were disturbing his sleep, so he politely requests that either the battles are conducted further out, or to be conducted with fewer, quieter explosions."

IdiotsOpposite · « **Reply #478 on:** July 27, 2012, 08:41:14 PM »

Quote from: Hanzo K. on July 27, 2012, 08:37:07 PM

>Sigh.
>"At any rate, I have a message from Head Elder Saku, concerning your frequent battles with Mokou. The explosions were disturbing his sleep, so he politely requests that either the battles are conducted further out, or to be conducted with fewer, quieter explosions."

Kaguya's smirk grows a little wider. "Well, that's certainly nice to know, and I thank you for the message. Can you give me a reason why I should listen? He's only a village elder, after all."

Hanzo K. · « **Reply #479 on:** July 27, 2012, 08:54:31 PM »

>Sigh.
>"Well, he's an old man after all, and old people need their sleep. He isn't immortal like you and Mokou, or exceptionally long-lived like myself, Shiku, and Neneru. So he needs his rest to continue guiding the village."