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Zulf ([personal profile] leaveyourstarburning) wrote2012-06-01 11:58 pm

002. Video/Action for outside of Azalea Town

[Darkness has fallen over Johto when Zulf's feed flickers on; it isn't too late, but the sun has more than set. The location itself seems to be a secluded one, surrounded by trees shielding it from any signs of civilization, if there are even any cities around to begin with.

However, the camera is focused on a light source - a vast array of twinkling lights, more than can be counted, that seem to be coming from a great distance away. Those that are a bit more astronomically-inclined may recognize several of the major constellations; wherever he is, the view of the sky is beautiful, untainted by artificial light or other pollution.

He films it for a little while before the night sky vanishes, all those little pinpricks of light melding together in a blur as he turns the camera back toward himself. Despite all the darkness, he's actually visible on the feed; Squirt seems to have contented herself sitting in his lap, the soft glow from her antennae flickering up and illuminating his features.

He's smiling a little, though the expression isn't exactly joyful; like last time, the smile doesn't quite reach his eyes, though it's in a way that's more melancholy rather than untrustworthy.]


I've heard that the night sky makes some feel insignificant - something to do with how vast it is, and how completely untouchable it seems. But I've always found that comforting - that no matter what we do or how many mistakes we make, the stars will always be a constant.

[That smile shifts into something warmer, decidedly more genuine. It's...odd, given the subject he's talking about; whatever he's thinking of, it probably isn't supposed to be something that one reflects on fondly, but it seems to please him in some way.]

In some ways, a little insignificance is a good thing, I think - it breeds humility, rather than arrogance; it allows for stability, rather than the uncertainty of complete responsibility. The knowledge that there's always something that you can never touch, that can never be harmed or destroyed or affected by anything you do...it's good knowledge to have.

Enough of that, though...it's a beautiful night. I'm outside of Azalea Town - there's a well surrounded by a stand of trees. Should you want someone to talk to, I'll be here for a while.

[...his social skills are flawless, I am telling you...]
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 06:37 am (UTC)(link)
It's where I work, and one can see the sea from here. This city has given me a taste for pausing to simply watch the world go by. Moreover, not having to travel for specific purchasing needs is rather convenient.

I simply wish I had the time to see more of this strange world. How much have you seen of it so far?

[His question is laden with curiosity; he feels he's gone too long without a good story.]
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 01:10 pm (UTC)(link)
[Then Gorthan will just have to make Zulf into one. He slowly nods at Zulf's few words, though he knows there is so much more he could potentially share.]

What are the towns you've seen so far? What sight has impressed you the most? Have you found something that reminds you of your world of origin?
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 01:15 pm (UTC)(link)
Whichever you like best. I am in no particular hurry. Are you?
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 01:36 pm (UTC)(link)
Ah, but surely you can discuss this one? That was the main focus of my questions.

I understand why you would make such a request, and I am more than willing to comply. In fact, I wonder if I should make a similar request of you, concerning my own home world... It would make us even, at the very least.

That said, allow me to say that I find the straightforwardness of your manners to be something fresh, rare and beautiful.
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 03:15 pm (UTC)(link)
Of course it is easiest in that scenario. What you should ask yourself, however, is whether communication is meant to be easy.

[For a moment, his tone is mildly teasing.]

Why, I believe you just shared something about your world of origin regardless.

And have you witnessed anything so far that you found particularly memorable?
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 03:33 pm (UTC)(link)
[An amused smile.]

Why, are you truly that fair? That is another rare quality.

And, exactly. It is meant to be easy. Which is why finding ways to hamper and complicate it is such an important part of each of our lives. There is no conflict, drama or even fun in simplicity... No stories begin until the natural and spontaneous order of things is upset.
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 07:04 pm (UTC)(link)
[At that, Gorthan blinks at the feed for a moment, as if snapping out of... something.]

... Of course. I was implying no such thing. And if that is what my words led you to understand, you have my sincere apologies.

... Ah, and I do believe this was another example of your direct words making things easier. Truly admirable.
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 07:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, I certainly would not have had a chance to offer an apology, had you not immediately specified what you did not like about what I had said. Wouldn't you agree?
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 07:33 pm (UTC)(link)
Even something as simple as that is not to be taken for granted, Zulf. There are countless stories about unspoken words breeding nothing less than tragedy...
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[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-03 07:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Now you're making me curious. You don't want to entice me into breaking our pact, do you?
shakespearealien: (bwuh? ;;)

[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-04 04:59 am (UTC)(link)
Allow me to take that risk, then.

What is it that stole your innocence away from you?

[While he could have been playful, teasing and even insinuating here, there is genuine empathy in his tone, aside from curiosity.]
shakespearealien: (Not expecting something overwhelming.)

[personal profile] shakespearealien 2012-06-05 06:25 am (UTC)(link)
... Ah...

[What can a former world destroyer answer to this? Gorthan becomes very clearly uncomfortable, his large fingers moving and fidgeting restlessly for a few moments. His heart is racing, too, and he takes a few deep breaths in the attempt to control that.]

... I am very sorry.

[And there is nothing truer than those words.]

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