Expanse: The City Reboot (Dark Fantasy Epic) Main Thread (Open, Started)

[FinalDream]

Scarlett Verneer - Battle Aftermath at Mo Entrance - Grim

Although she quite enjoyed music from time to time Scarlett had to admit her interest in the Harp was fairly limited. Larandrii may have been a famous composer, renowned the world over, but that didn?t hold too much weight with Scarlett and she found herself becoming bored of the topic of conversation, unlike Vergil it seemed.

?So, Vergil, in this spirit of new found co-operation why don?t you tell me your connection to that women you duelled with earlier??

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"Very well then, if you insist. Her name was Yuriko Takahashi, more commonly known as The Poisoned Rose. She was a thief for hire like myself, who had actually wanted to learn from me, as she knew of my talents and prestige. For a few years we actually had become quite close, we had even planned to make our relationship more permanent, if you catch my drift. Unfortunately, we had received separate contracts, and haven't seen each other in about six years."

"How she came into the Mosione Squadron is that a job in Dejoran that she had six months ago didn't go too well. Lets just say, she got caught. After a few weeks in jail, she and the Risenforth Court had come to some form of agreement, they would wipe her criminal slate clean, in return, she would have to work for them as part of Mosione Squadron, as they needed someone with our skills." Vergil replied to Scarlett's question.

 

[FinalDream]

Scarlett Verneer - Battle Aftermath at Mo Entrance - Grim

The mention of settling down seemed to trigger an emotion that Scarlett couldn?t hide from Vergil, her expression was tinged with a deep and profound sadness. Realising she had let her guard slip Scarlett quickly recovered and masked her expression.

?Six years? that?s a long time. Do you still feel the same way about her now??

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"I suppose I do, I mean, when she showed herself, she still retained the beauty that she possessed all those years ago, the long, flowing red hair, those violet coloured eyes, all of it was beautiful to see again. If she hadn't got caught, then things may have been different." Vergil replied to Scarlett's question, a single tear formed in his right eye, he quickly brushed it away.

"But still, I'll have a chance to see her again, maybe convince her to join us, only time will tell." He further added, regaining his composure.

 

[FinalDream]

Scarlett Verneer - Battle Aftermath at Mo Entrance - Grim


Scarlett caught the conflicted emotion stirring within Vergil. She knew all too well that the best laid plans and dreams for the future had a habit of disappearing as you got older.

?Do you really think she would join us, or is it more a hope?"

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"I suppose its just me dreaming, but still, she is better then that lot, she deserves more. Anyway, enough about me... for now, I guess we leave the future in the vicissitudes of fate. So Scarlett, who was that you were fighting? I was not the only one to be duelling with the past." Vergil asked her, seemingly dropping the subject, but keeping it an a similar field.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"No, it was pure coincidence that they sent a squad with a person that I knew, albeit from a long time ago." Vergil responded to The Vessel's question in a calm manner.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"Nothing I can think of for the moment Vessel. I guess I'll have more questions for when we reach The North." Vergil replied bluntly. Vergil then decided to head over to Lorel, Velen, and Itsuka, to see who these horsemen were.

 

[FinalDream]

Scarlett Verneer - Battle Aftermath at Mo Entrance - Grim


?Caius Valentine? He was an old friend of mine when I was young, and growing up in the Red Stain.? Scarlett didn?t elaborate to Vergil anymore than that.

Scarlett narrowed her eyes, it was an interesting thought, had the Mosione Squad been specifically picked to include people known by the targets? Scarlett doubted it. Marking the situation down to coincidence and nothing more. Interested by the arrival of the horsemen she followed in Vergil's wake keeping a safe distance should something arise.

Her knife slipped into her hand, hidden from view, Vergil's body would make a nice shield should it all go to hell and they get him first.

 

[tobi the good boy]

Lucian Grey - Entrance of Mo - Grim

Their gallop had slowed to a trot as they grew nearer and nearer to the tired and broken figures that littered the road, some were breathing heavy, others barely conscious, some appeared to be in pain and others just relieved that the unknown horror had ended. Lucian's, suspecting a story, donned the friendliest smile in his arsenal and dismounted from his trusty steed, his eyes locked firmly on the white haired lad at the epicentre of the battlefield.

"You're welcome to come, but I'd prefer some backup with that crossbow of yours. Just in case these ain't cheeriest of fellows." Lucian mused before making his way towards the broken encampment. As he drew nearer he began to catch the gaze of a few of the others, some mumbled undecipherable words, others just scowled and one lone boy, with the colourless mane, just widened his eye's in bewilderment.

"A pleasure to meet once again, young mage." Lucian gripped the black chain of metal that coiled around his throat and lifted the glowing metal from his tunic. As he did, he made sure to scan the ragtag group over, pleasantly surprised by a man that seemed to match the description of their target perfectly.

"I am Lucian Grey and this is my associate, Vincent" Lucian motioned towards the black clad figure in the background still sitting atop his midnight stallion, a crossbow slung over his shoulder and resting comfortably in his grip. Lucian extended his hand to the boy in the signature display of comradery.

"We are currently looking for a thief that matches the description of the man seated over there"

 

[Korten12]

Lorel Ion - Grim

Lorel and Velen looked at each other but kept out their weapons. ?Back then? Guys watch out! These two are Mage Hunters!? Yelled Lorel to the whole group.

Velen walked up to Lucian and was readying his swords. ?What business do you have with Vergil??

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

Vergil butted in before Lucian could respond, he also kept his hand on his sword in case something went awry.

"I think I'll field the curiosity of these Ragusin myself, Velen. I take it you want to know about how I broke in and alleviated that outpost of several amulets, which are a staple of your organization." He spoke calmly, and in a non-threatening manner.

 

[tobi the good boy]

Lucian Grey - Entrance of Mo ? Grim

Lucian's golden eyes traced the outline of the silver blade hovering in the swordsman's hands. The sharpened tip, positioned at Lucian's heart, the long razor, precise and durable, and the ornate handle coiled in the hard, calloused fingers of a fighter. Still smiling, Lucian lifted his hands into the air, revealing them to be empty and to convey a sign of submittal. As the his hands came parallel to his ears, the red eyed thief Vergil, stepped forward, past the man holding him at blade-point and quickly addressed his curiosity.

?Indeed I'm most intrigued as to how you pulled off such an escapade. However, this is hardly; 'Business', as your companion put it. Me and my partner have come here on our own accord, if the hunters in Grim we're too incompetent to prevent a lone thief and his tag-alongs they deserve their fate.?

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"You do realise that I pulled off the caper, all by myself. These people had no part in it. I infiltrated your base through the use of Flash Bombs, killed several of your guards, and made off with the amulets without much of a struggle. Sure in the vault room where the amulets were kept, there was some resistance, they fell rather quickly. Despite their strength, they lacked the speed. Then I used some Sleeper Bombs to knock out the guards in the courtyard. Oh, and if your find that you are short two guards, consider looking for them in the well." Vergil replied to Lucian's curiosity, hoping that it was a satisfactory response.

 

[tobi the good boy]

Lucian Grey - Entrance of Mo ? Grim

The Mage Hunter bobbed his head, up and down, as the confident and calculated thief relayed the series of events that had unfolded at that pathetic excuse for a headquarters,Grim. Despite Lucian's pseudo loyalty to the organisation, he couldn't help but chuckle at the thought of a lone shadow wandering into a compound of killers, felling two of them and ultimately robbing them blind; perhaps the innkeeper was right? If at least half of this man's recount were true then the Mage Hunters really have fallen from grace.

?A glorious story! though I must ask , why are you travelling with these people?? Lucian, ignoring the possible dangers of a blade in his side, lowered his hands and twirled one in the air as if to urge this, Vergil, to reveal yet another amusing and daring tale.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Vergil Crawford - Mo Entrance (Battle Aftermath) - Grim

"Well in reality, we are two separate groups, but we have decided to travel together. These three are travelling North to talk to some associates of theirs, whilst I and the others, are simply travelling with a friend to her home in Tinsdal. That tale may not be as exciting as the first, but it is the truth, just as the previous was. Plus I have my own personal reasons, of which I will not talk about." Vergil replied to Lucian's question.

"You know its sad, once, I heard that the Mage Hunters were a mighty organisation, 'feared by many, liked by few, loved by none'. But answer me this, where has that power gone? If a single man can rob you blind, and kill seven of your men, two in the courtyard and a additional five in the vault, then you Mage Hunters have lost your touch. I almost pity you in that regard." He then added venomously and with a hint of apathy, sensing that Tobias had already made his mark.

 

[tobi the good boy]

Lucian Grey - Entrance of Mo ? Grim

The friendly smile that graced Lucian's features twisted into a devilish smirk as the venomous words of the red eyed thief slipped from his lips. Vergil was 'testing the water's, Lucian could tell, pressing the point, striking the nerves; all in the vain attempt of measuring his resolve and seeing whether or not he would take the bait. He wouldn't of course, but Lucian couldn't help but admire the man's cunning.

?Who am I to deny your pity? If you wish to think us under your heel, a crack in the cobblestone, I will not stop you. However, be careful not to blur the lines of confidence and hubris.? Lucian shrugged and looked towards the thick charcoal coloured clouds, their tears landing softly upon his features.