Prepare for the #LodanRespawn2024 Existing characters may choose to be displace from/have memories of different timelines, thereby allowing returning members the option to retcon their whole character. These changes are the result of the "Unnatural Fog" plot device that is running between now and the Respawn. The plot is simple: no matter where your character is, that place is shrouded in a thick fog that suspends time, but not thoughts or memories, so even if they're repeating the same day over and over again, they continue to remember, so each time feels like a new day. For those retconning OCs; this is where new versions of themselves have the opportunity to replace the old versions. Official lore and tree updates will be announced asap
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Aug 20, 2014 11:58:10 GMT
Zona didn't care what the rich boy thought, she like the taste of her drink and that's all that mattered to her. "I've never had to do that, so I doubt it will happen tonight..." Zona said as she took another sip, not setting the bottle down, "And as for why they left I'm not too sure..." Zona knew why but she didn't want to get into it with him. "I got rid of some unwanted company so said friend wouldn't get thrown out because of a fight, came back in and they were gone. But what ever stuff happens..." She wasn't sure what to do now so she decided to change that subject, "So... How are the kittens?" Zona asked wondering how they were.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Aug 21, 2014 14:26:03 GMT
Stephen brightened instandtly at the mention of his kittens. "They are absolutely marvelous! Romeo did the silliest thing yesterday! Here is what happened..." The noble was so consumed by the retelling of this story that he did not notice the a man come up behind him. Marcus smirked and threw his are around Stephen's shoulder. "Look at him! He looks like he's talking about his girlfriend or something- all excited, bright eyed and bushy tailed!" The Man chuckled as Stephen's smile dropped down once again to an annoyed frown. "About time you showed up. It is rude to interrupt someone when they are telling a story." Marcus ignored him and looked at Zona with interest. "When ever I see you, ya always have a women at your side! Why the hell is that!" he grumbled, glaring at his friend accusingly. "You have a terrible personality, your aura could wilt a flower, Christ, ya don't even look all that great! How do you do it!?" Stephen just stared at him with an insulted look for a few moments.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Aug 21, 2014 23:48:34 GMT
Zona drank as she listened to the two men talk, smiling at the thought of women around the rich boy. "If it makes a difference he came to me..." Zona said with a smile continuing to drink. She then turned around and looked at the new comer, "So I'm guessing this is the man you were waiting for?" Zona asked Stephen.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Aug 26, 2014 1:35:52 GMT
Marcus was about to reply but Stephen slapped him on the back, successfully knocking the wind out of it. As his friend coughed, Stephen turned back to Zona. "Indeed, this was the man I was waiting for. Pardon his atrocious manners. Zona, this annoying prick is Marcus. The only reason as to why I put up with him is because he is the best man at getting information" After regaining his breath, Marcus was back to his usual self "That and he secretly loves me. Who could blame him, I'm unbelievable hansom" he grinned, winking at her. Stephen ignored his comment with a roll of his eyes, signaling to the bartender to bring a drink for his friend.
"So I believe that you are more than just pretty face Zona! You're in the entertainment business like my friend Stephen here as well" Marcus stated with a flirtatious grin. "Do you play the fiddle like Stephen, or are ya an actor like me? Or possibly do you perform dangerous acts like at the circus!" This was his round-about way of asking what weapons she used.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Aug 31, 2014 1:24:58 GMT
"Lets just say I'm a sharp shooter type of gal." Zona said, knowing what he meant but not wanting to truly tell him what she does. She turned and looked down at her drink, took a sip and called the bartender of another bottle, she had some how finished it when talking to them. "So do I need to leave or will you two be going somewhere else to discus your business?" She said as she waited for the bartender to come over.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Aug 31, 2014 3:02:29 GMT
Marcus, who had busied himself with downing the offered drink, paused to answer her question with a satisfied sigh. "What business? We're just here to gossip! Ain't that right buddy?" Marcus elbowed the annoyed noble with a huge grin. Stephen sighed, not commenting. "There's no need for us to hide! Gossip is a common sport of the social elite-" "When did you join the upper class? Last I checked, Marcus, you were still scrubbing tables at Nick's" Stephen interrupted, taking a small sip of his drink. Making a face, he pushed the drink over to Zona. Marcus shot him a glare "Shut up, brat. You don't have any right to be rude. I work hard to make a living and all you do is sit on your arse." Stephen snorted. They both knew he did a lot more then just sit around. He earned his living by taking lives.
"Now, enough trying to impress the girl. Tell me something interesting." Marcus shrugged, an amused grin fixing once more on his face. "You know that old hag, Miss Gelefross down Opedum Ln? Apparently she's got a thing for younger men. Already bagged herself three of them." Stephen nodded "Who were these men? Names?" Marcus took another swig of his drink before answering. "Thomas Marklem, son of a shoe worker down in the Hovel. Neloms Kings, also from the Hovel. And Dickson Wright. His home was on the docks." All three men were confirmed deceased. So Miss Gelefross would soon turn up missing as well.
"Fine. Do you have any information on our friendly neighborhood parts collector?" Marcus snorted, making a face. "Ooo that guy's a creepy one. He always acts so prim and proper but he has a lot of night outings. Each one is successful 'cause he always comes home with a jar od some poor soul's organs" Marcus shivered "The man actually seems to enjoy it. And a few people have started to turn up missing. One girl was found with her eyes ripped clean out. My best bet would be those pretty orbs are somewhere on one of his shelves" Stephen looked thoughtfully down at his hands. So, Iacomus might possibly be the parts killer that had come to town. He would have to look more into this one.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Aug 31, 2014 20:29:40 GMT
Smirking Zona took the drink Stephen slid to her, thinking it funny he didn't like it. As the bartender brought her a new bottle she downed the drink Stephen gave her in one gulp, set the glass down and grabbed the bottle. She listened as the two chattered between themselves, talking of the three men and the older woman, know a little about what they were talking about but not caring all that much. As they continued to talk Zona took a sip from the bottle, just as she did she heard Stephen say something, "Parts Collector..." She repeated to herself, putting two and two together she realized who he was talking about. "Ah-" She began choking on her drink once she realized this.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 2, 2014 23:43:48 GMT
At Zona's sudden reaction an amused/worried look spread across Marcus's face "You okay, Pigeon?" Stephen gave Zona a sideways glance "Is something the matter Zona? You know who we are talking about, do you not?" he stated in a bored manner even though his interest was peaked. He did recall Iacomus and Zona had made acquaintances of each other when she attempted to steal his wallet. Maybe they became friends. In that case, how close were they at the moment. If they were very chummy with each other, that might cause some problems for him.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 3, 2014 1:21:20 GMT
"I'm fine! I'm fine..." Zona coughed, as she regained her voice, "My drink was just a bit... strong..." Zona said, not wanting to come out and say something about her knowing Iaco, it could be trouble for her if she was known to be around him. "Don't mind me, continue with what you were saying." She said with a smile, as she whipped off her chin, maybe she could find out a bit more about what Stephen knew about Iaco and what he was planning on doing.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 4, 2014 14:31:11 GMT
Stephen made a face "That poison is truly terrible for you, I have seen the effects of these liquids. I advise you not to drink it down so much." Marcus rolled his eyes "Leave the Lady alone. Sourpuss. Just because you have a distaste for alcohol does not mean you get to ruin other people's fun. Let her live a littler" he added, sending another wink in her direction. "Glad you're alight, Pigeon."
Stephen sighed "Fine, I will have to check out his shop then. If the eyes are in there..." he trailed off, thinking. Marcus raised his eyebrows ".. you'll report him?" he attempted to finish his friend's thought, giving him a quizzical look. Stephen shook his head "There is not enough evidence to condemn him." Marcus threw his hands up in the air "Drat it all, you have to practically see the person murder to convict them- hell, even then you probably won't do anything until you're 200% sure it was them! Why?!" "Come now, is it really terrible to wait until I am positive the person is guilty? I do not want to report an innocent person. You should not care, you get good business from me because of that fact." Marcus shrugged "Well yes but I like to see some action every once and a while!" Stephen shook his head "You are just like the rest of them. So eager for bloodshed" he muttered quietly. Marcus smirked and shrugged "Everyone enjoys a good mystery and horror story. Right Pigeon?"
They're staying far away from saying the work "kill" and "assassinate" for obvious reasons so when they say "report" or "convict" that pretty much means assassinate or kill
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 4, 2014 23:44:58 GMT
She listened as the two men talked, Stephen obviously didn't like Iaco and wanted him gone, but with what happened between the Iaco and Zona she wasn't too sure if she agreed with Stephen or is she should warn Iaco. "I like my fair share of bloodshed here and there." Zona said as she took another sip of her drink, being careful not to cough on it this time, "If you really don't like this guy why not set him up?" Zona said as she glanced over her shoulder and Stephen.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 5, 2014 3:56:40 GMT
Marcus let out a short laugh as Stephen made a face at Zona's last comment. "Ol' Sourpuss here is in his field for a reason. Setting this guy up would mean he would have to depend on the EIRAL's to take care of him in the end. You should hear some of the things he says about that group" Marcus let out another laugh, mumbling something about the EIRAL's being show dogs. "I do not care for that imbecilic group to finish my work. Let us just leave it at that" he stated, having a look like he was sucking on a lemon. There was only one partly decent person in that group and he had no seen them in a very long time. It would not surprise him in the least if they were dispelled from the organization for 'doing their job correctly.'
Stephen sighed "I am not fond of that man. I have warned him already but he just refuses to listen. I suppose the only thing I can do now is take action." Marcus downed the rest of his drink and set the glass down with a satisfied sigh "Well, maybe you could threaten to harm someone he cares about." Stephen gave Marcus a look of murder "I do not PLAY that way" he responded in a cool tone. Marcus rolled his eyes "I know! I know! It's not like you would do it but you could always pretend that you will!" Stephen shook his head as if that was the stupidest thing he had heard in his life. "Not only would that anger him, but I would get not gain from doing so!" Marcus ran a hand through his hair and turned to Zona again with a pleading look "Come on, help me out here! You see what i'm trying to say, yeah?"
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 5, 2014 21:51:19 GMT
"It is a good idea to hit him where it hurts..." Zona said as she thought about what they were talking about. Even if they tried to go after someone he cared about the only person she could think of was Clancy, and she couldn't through Clancy into the mix, but he did love his work... "What if instead of going after someone, go after something?" She had to choose her words carefully she couldn't let them know she knew him, "You said he had a business? What if something were to happen to that? Like a fire, fires happen a lot."
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 6, 2014 20:05:22 GMT
Stephen considered the option "Well, that might present a problem." Marcus nodded "Yeah, ain't he a Mingo's? That might seem like someone is trying to make a hit at their group." Stephen drummed his fingers on the table, looking thoughtfully at the ceiling "I believe so; I will have to check to make sure. Also, I am not even sure if the Mingo's would know how he get's his 'products.' If they did, they just might need a warning like that. It could work." Marcus snorted "Do you even know how to start a fire, Sourpuss?" Stephen made a face but did not answer. Marcus raised his eyebrows, an amused look lighting his eyes ".... you don't, do you?" "I know how to light a fire! I have done it before. But lighting a fireplace and burning a house down are two entirely different things! I might need some help with this..."
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 7, 2014 0:07:32 GMT
"Well im not known for making fire but I could help, but I think you would need a good plan before any of that could really happen. But if ya need help, just give me a call ya know where to find me." Zona said as she took another sip of her drink.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
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