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Don't Lose Your Grip (OU) -~
"Get together...figure out what we are to do...we cannot stay here any longer!!"
Between the tiny hooded figure and the barked order from Sleif, Riku return his focus to the fight that was currently happening. Smiling at the cloaked figure in thanks, Riku instinctively rolled to the left to dodge a stray tendril. Leaping to his feet, Riku shot off an solve of fire magic in answer to the spawn's attack. He glanced up to see Terra barrel roll to avoid getting hit with a tendril himself, before Riku returned his attention back to what he was currently doing. Rolling out of the way again, he did a quick scan to see if he could pick up anything that remotely resembled a weakness.
No such luck.
He let loose another barrage of fire spells, only to roll out of the way again of a retaliating swipe. His senses on high alert, Riku caught the tone of the words that Castex and Sleif exchanged, earning a low, rumbling growl as his eyes dilated to allow him to focus more. He registered that Aqua was a little bit ahead of him, while their masters were somewhere around here.
"... Terra get back here I have a very bad feeling, Riku stay close to me we need to regroup."
The command for Aqua caught and held Riku's attention, pushing the feral part of his mind back; Riku fell in step behind Aqua as his eyes darted to the Spawn to check what it was doing. He pulled up on Aqua's right side and asked tensely, "Any ideas?"
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Let's Be Honest Here (AU) -~
Sayaka didn't bother giving a visible response to Alt's actions. She watched the fight that was taking place, instead she took a strong interest in piloting Black Strider * so her and Yuki didn't get hurt while Alt was having his fun. She did fall back on some of her training, analyzing the combatants until the match was over; breaking down their respective fighting styles. Sayaka was definitely not impressed with what Alt had done in the fight, it was mediocre at best. Scooting back so Alt could take over on piloting, she grudgingly wrapped her arms around Alt so she wouldn't fall off.
She didn't say anything for a while, but eventually she grumbled, "It was better, but it was too flashy, dumb ass."
She focused half of her mind and called upon her magic, causing a portal to materialize in front of the trio. Sayaka stared at it for a moment, before turning her attention to Alt and hissing venomously, "Time to get our asses out of here." Talk about mood whiplash, but it didn't mean a thing to her.
Oh well, it sure as hell wasn't her problem.
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Not Gonna Get Us, part 1 (AU) -~
Riku raced through the streets, searching for any sign of those in need of help. Satisfied as different people were able to make it to safety, Riku made his way over to the library but not before
River slipped up next to him. "Riku...?"
He ignored the gentle question, feeling more than a little on edge as the dark haired girl burned a hole into his back with her grey-violet eyes. He knew River could take care of herself, despite being his junior by a year and a half at most. He also knew that the apprentice mage was too gentle for battle, she was better on the back line where she wasn't in harm's way.
Yeah, but remember, she can manage herself, especially if there's something she's fighting for. Riku's mind laughed at him, putting the fifteen-year-old even more on edge as he ran through the streets.
"Riku?"
Whistling softly to call Ivy and Nevermore closer to him and his sister, he admitted to the apprentice mage, "I'm fine River, I'm just worried about Ares." He didn't slow his stride, if anything he picked up the pace a bit, pointedly ignoring the scoff of disbelief that River gave in response. In spite of himself, Riku felt his mouth turn up in a smile, knowing that it was to hide her concern. Honestly, Riku couldn't blame River for worrying about Ares as of now.
A yip from Ivy drew his attention to the canine, watching as she ducked around the corner; Riku grabbed River's hand and half-dragged his sister behind him. Rounding one corner after another, Riku mentally slapped himself upside the head as the library came into view. This time it was him being dragged as River took the steps two at a time, her hand shoving the door at the top of the stairs open allowing them to hurry inside of the building.
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Blowin' Smoke (AU) -~
Auraya kept a tight grip on the amulet as Frostlace processed the information. She saw the excitement that crossed the totema's face at the news of Riku being here, even with the temporary irritation at Yoyo being mentioned.
It didn't take too long for Frostlace to whisper a couple of quick orders to her, including wanting Auraya to track down Riku and keep tabs on him. Smiling a little, she nodded and slid the amulet back into her pocket. She watched Frostlace walk back over to the boy who Auraya had been with when Frostlace had first appeared.
Walking toward the exit since Riku's scent was stale in the building, the cat-girl listened as Frostlace struck up a conversation with Ares. She headed for the door, curious to know where and what her target was up t; only to hesitate a brief moment so she could listen in on the Frostlace's and Ares's conversation to gather more information.
"Thank you, I'll be taking that back now!"
Auraya started at the hissed comment as a hand withdrew from her pocket. Looking up, Auraya blinked in surprise as Riku smiled at her as he put the amulet around his neck. She watched as her prey walked past her and headed striaght toward Ares, seemingly composed. Auraya whistled a quick tune to get Frostlace's attention as the cat-girl quickly made her way toward the totema; during a mental count down until Riku realized just who he'd been talking to.
She smiled in satisfaction as Riku suddenly froze, realization clear in his body language as his hand curled into a fist...
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In The Pin (AU) -~
Ares watched the two girls talking, he narrowed his eyes at the two as he hissed, "Those two are acting weird, don't you agree? I think I know the cat-girl, but I'm not entirely sure." After that muttered commentary, Ares ignored the pink haired girl as he continued watching the two friend. After a little bit more time, Ares watched as one of the girls walked over. Moving in front of Kiara, Ares squared his shoulders and scowled at the woman that came to a stop in front of him.
"High I am Frost I just wanted to thank you for watching over my little sister it means a lot." So is this where we come in case of evacuation? I am sorry we are really new to the area we actually just arrived here today I hop nobodies gotten hurt."
He nodded curtly as he answered coldly, "It was no trouble at all, ma'am, I'm glad that she's got someone looking after her. Are you enjoying your time here? Yeah, this is one of the numerous locations they herd people into to keep them safe until the trouble passes." He smiled inwardly as his usual attitude slipped into place, something that River would slap him upside the head for. As he waited for a reply, Ares looked around the library before his eyes came to rest on the entrance.
Keeping his distress from showing itself, Ares grabbed Kiara's hand and started walking; addressing Frostlace as he passed, "If you'll excuse me for a moment, I think I see my sister near the entrance. I'll be back in a moment, I just need to see if it's her." He didn't wait for an answer, instead he headed over to his younger siblings who was caught half way between him and the front doors, Riku stood frozen in disbelief as his mind seemed to register something that Ares could only guess at. Reaching him, Ares ordered loud enough for Kiara's ears alone, "Get him somewhere safe," before shoving her at Riku.
Turning on his heel, Ares walked back over to Frostlace with River in tow; reaching the totema (even though he wasn't aware of it), Ares smiled and laughed, "Yeah, she was over there. River, say hello to....?" He paused and looked at Frostlace, before continuing, "I'm sorry, but I never caught your name earlier." He wasn't sure how long he had, but Ares hoped he could give the two younger teens enough of a head start that they could get away before Frostlace caught on.
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Not Gonna Get Us, part 2 (AU) -~
Riku scrambled to figure out what to do, how to get out of his current situation. He didn't notice when River walked past him before she was following Ares. Instead he whipped around and bolted for the exit, his mind on high alert as he dodged the girl he had met at the door. Pushing the doors open, Riku raced down the steps and hung a left, heading away from the building as fast as he could.
Have to get away, have to get away, have to get away. Run run run run run run run.
He distantly registered that he hated it when he entered this mind frame; but Riku didn't bother changing it, instead he kept running; heading straight for the old, run down mansion that was located in the woods.
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OOC: * Tyrant gave me permission to have Saiyuri drive Black Strider during the tandem post session between him and Sumire.