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It isn't always thievery, do I look like a common thief to you? [You wound her Justice, she's far more good looking and talented than some average thief.] Mostly I tend to make the guards not too fond of me, but it's worth it in the end. What's the point of living if you aren't doing something enjoyable?
I'm not too certain it's that kind of relationship, or it least it never seemed forced to me. [If all the times she's poked and prodded about it about it has anything to say anyway, it seems like a mutual affair at least.] I think he was perfectly fine with it from the times I saw and talked to him, Both of them were grumps when it comes to the matters of templars, protective of mages, lack of a sense of humor...absolutely perfect for each other. I guess it's good to know from a spirit's perspective that they mean no ill harm, even if it goes against hearsay about it.
I can't relate to losing any fingers, but I imagine it must have been tough. I'd be grateful too to have all my fingers and dangly bits. [She looks...a little disturbed at the imagery, but that's her overactive imagination to blame. She cocks her hip after a moment and smiles sympathetically at him.] You might be more law abiding than me, but then that's kind of your thing isn't it? Justice and all that. It's...different for sure, but I don't see why I'd be on edge with you.
I'm not too certain it's that kind of relationship, or it least it never seemed forced to me. [If all the times she's poked and prodded about it about it has anything to say anyway, it seems like a mutual affair at least.] I think he was perfectly fine with it from the times I saw and talked to him, Both of them were grumps when it comes to the matters of templars, protective of mages, lack of a sense of humor...absolutely perfect for each other. I guess it's good to know from a spirit's perspective that they mean no ill harm, even if it goes against hearsay about it.
I can't relate to losing any fingers, but I imagine it must have been tough. I'd be grateful too to have all my fingers and dangly bits. [She looks...a little disturbed at the imagery, but that's her overactive imagination to blame. She cocks her hip after a moment and smiles sympathetically at him.] You might be more law abiding than me, but then that's kind of your thing isn't it? Justice and all that. It's...different for sure, but I don't see why I'd be on edge with you.
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You think so too do you? I tend to get along with anyone who understands the value of coin, especially so if they aren't afraid to get their hands dirty to do it.
[Isabela watches her carefully take out a bomb and examine it, and is a mix of concerned and hopeful for it's success. It's a gamble for sure as dealing with explosives always is, and boat's size doesn't really give them much room for error. Still, she can't help but feel its a risk worth taking as she watches the giant serpent glide underwater.]
I'd definitely be miffed at missing out on what looks to be good money if we're stuck with charred remains after all this work. [And though she isn't religious, maker help any merchant or trader that would have to deal with her or more likely both of them if they fail.] So our strategy is to aim low and hope for the best right? I can try and distract it while you throw, just tell me when to duck.
[Isabela watches her carefully take out a bomb and examine it, and is a mix of concerned and hopeful for it's success. It's a gamble for sure as dealing with explosives always is, and boat's size doesn't really give them much room for error. Still, she can't help but feel its a risk worth taking as she watches the giant serpent glide underwater.]
I'd definitely be miffed at missing out on what looks to be good money if we're stuck with charred remains after all this work. [And though she isn't religious, maker help any merchant or trader that would have to deal with her or more likely both of them if they fail.] So our strategy is to aim low and hope for the best right? I can try and distract it while you throw, just tell me when to duck.
There must be ways to enjoy yourself without doing wrong. [Go read a book or something, Isabela.
Justice nods along at the description. Yes, that definitely sounds like a spirit of justice.] Your Chantry does not teach mortals the difference between demons and spirits. Demons are the creatures that feed on your vices, and they are the ones that attempt to possess a mage in order to experience the mortal realm. Spirits thrive on virtue, and for the most part, we are content to be left alone in the Fade. I cannot imagine a spirit of justice forcing itself on a mage. Any of us would sooner die. I imagine that your Justice witnessed some abuse by Templars that it could not abide and offered your mage help, or perhaps it was trapped in your world and your mage offered to be a host.
[Despite her sticky fingers, Justice already likes this woman despite himself. She treats him like a person, not a threat. She reminds him a little of Sigrun, and he’d be lying if he ever said he wasn’t terribly fond of Sigrun.] Most mortals were unnerved by my appearance, and they feared what I was if they discovered my nature. Now I believe my mannerisms are the main source of discomfort. I am aware that I do not pass as human well.
Justice nods along at the description. Yes, that definitely sounds like a spirit of justice.] Your Chantry does not teach mortals the difference between demons and spirits. Demons are the creatures that feed on your vices, and they are the ones that attempt to possess a mage in order to experience the mortal realm. Spirits thrive on virtue, and for the most part, we are content to be left alone in the Fade. I cannot imagine a spirit of justice forcing itself on a mage. Any of us would sooner die. I imagine that your Justice witnessed some abuse by Templars that it could not abide and offered your mage help, or perhaps it was trapped in your world and your mage offered to be a host.
[Despite her sticky fingers, Justice already likes this woman despite himself. She treats him like a person, not a threat. She reminds him a little of Sigrun, and he’d be lying if he ever said he wasn’t terribly fond of Sigrun.] Most mortals were unnerved by my appearance, and they feared what I was if they discovered my nature. Now I believe my mannerisms are the main source of discomfort. I am aware that I do not pass as human well.
Oh, I have plenty of ways to enjoy myself that doesn't break the law. [Mostly. Don't tell her how to live her life Justice.] A strong drink, a good roll in the sheets, It's not always wrong, simply questionable.
I tend to avoid dealing with them if I can manage, personally. Its always so boring and stuffy every time I've had to, always Andraste this, the Maker that, our way is the only right way for salvation and everyone else is wrong. I've never followed their teachings and I don't plan to anytime soon.
[Even if they might have a point in some matters, they never seemed to bend a knee to anything outside of their teachings. If Anders had anything right besides his incessant talk of the mistreatment of mages, its that the Chantry was not the beacon of glory they preached to be.]
I don't need the sisters or the Divine herself to tell me the difference, I've seen what demons are like firsthand. You're too far too honest to be one regardless. I tend to trust what I see over principles, so I'll take your word over theirs. I couldn't begin to tell you how they met, I just know that I remembered he was different from when I'd seen him last. Actually... [She gets a little quieter then, remembering there were things the people around them both weren't meant to know, and the last thing she wants to do is make a scene.] If it really is true that the people we know are either around and about here or taking a nap in stasis then maybe you'll run into him sometime so you can ask him yourself.
I'd be a bit unnerved at a walking corpse too personally, no offense. That'd probably be about the worst of it though, since I imagine you wouldn't choose to come across that way if you could choose otherwise. [For better or worse she's generally indifferent of others unless she has good reason to be one way or the other.] Well...I wouldn't go so far as to call it discomforting, but you could use some work on your approach. You aren't a lost cause though, look on the bright side! You've got all your odds and ends, now only your manners could use some work. A name too might help, or do you spirits like you just go by what you are?
I tend to avoid dealing with them if I can manage, personally. Its always so boring and stuffy every time I've had to, always Andraste this, the Maker that, our way is the only right way for salvation and everyone else is wrong. I've never followed their teachings and I don't plan to anytime soon.
[Even if they might have a point in some matters, they never seemed to bend a knee to anything outside of their teachings. If Anders had anything right besides his incessant talk of the mistreatment of mages, its that the Chantry was not the beacon of glory they preached to be.]
I don't need the sisters or the Divine herself to tell me the difference, I've seen what demons are like firsthand. You're too far too honest to be one regardless. I tend to trust what I see over principles, so I'll take your word over theirs. I couldn't begin to tell you how they met, I just know that I remembered he was different from when I'd seen him last. Actually... [She gets a little quieter then, remembering there were things the people around them both weren't meant to know, and the last thing she wants to do is make a scene.] If it really is true that the people we know are either around and about here or taking a nap in stasis then maybe you'll run into him sometime so you can ask him yourself.
I'd be a bit unnerved at a walking corpse too personally, no offense. That'd probably be about the worst of it though, since I imagine you wouldn't choose to come across that way if you could choose otherwise. [For better or worse she's generally indifferent of others unless she has good reason to be one way or the other.] Well...I wouldn't go so far as to call it discomforting, but you could use some work on your approach. You aren't a lost cause though, look on the bright side! You've got all your odds and ends, now only your manners could use some work. A name too might help, or do you spirits like you just go by what you are?
That's the spirit. Keep that up and you'll be out there exploring what the world has to show you before you know it. I'm sorry I've forgotten to ask your name, how rude of me.
Looks like that'll be our only choice until we make it to a city or find something better around. [She just laughs, endeared by her eagerness. What a darling. She takes note of the various fauna in the distance over at shore, but spotting nothing that calls her to park the ship just yet.] I don't know my way around here as much as I'd like to, but I imagine that there must be. If you see a decent clearing before I do just let me know and we'll change course.
Looks like that'll be our only choice until we make it to a city or find something better around. [She just laughs, endeared by her eagerness. What a darling. She takes note of the various fauna in the distance over at shore, but spotting nothing that calls her to park the ship just yet.] I don't know my way around here as much as I'd like to, but I imagine that there must be. If you see a decent clearing before I do just let me know and we'll change course.
I'm flattered in your faith in me. I'll try not to let you down. [She doesn't entirely comprehend what a helicopter is, but she at least offers a sympathetic smile.] I've only been on the land or the sea before this, I didn't even know it was possible to fly. I'd prefer staying on the ground too if I were you, I'm surprised that you're still here to tell the tale.
You'd be right. I don't quite have the hang of everything going on here yet beyond a general idea, so any idea of where we're headed will help plenty. Or good gossip, if you know of anything interesting that's going on. [If anything makes travel easier in her experience, it's good gossip. Though she isn't adverse to learning more about the place either, if only to know what's ahead for where ever the ship is headed.] I don't have a good opinion of them just yet, but I'm at least grateful to be alive. I guess a change of pace would be a good thing too if it didn't involve how we all ended up here.
You'd be right. I don't quite have the hang of everything going on here yet beyond a general idea, so any idea of where we're headed will help plenty. Or good gossip, if you know of anything interesting that's going on. [If anything makes travel easier in her experience, it's good gossip. Though she isn't adverse to learning more about the place either, if only to know what's ahead for where ever the ship is headed.] I don't have a good opinion of them just yet, but I'm at least grateful to be alive. I guess a change of pace would be a good thing too if it didn't involve how we all ended up here.
[Justice tells everyone how to live their lives.
But he doesn't care about drinking and sex as long as no one gets hurt, even though drinking especially confuses him. Why do mortals willingly compromise their own senses? Questions he suspects he'll never see adequately answered.
But no, he is definitely liking this woman despite himself. Quick, human, go steal something so he can go back to being cross.]
You are wise to trust your experience over what you are told. The Chantry has its place, but its understanding of magic and the Fade is fundamentally flawed. [And that flawed understanding allows terrible things to happen, things that Justice is only just beginning to grasp.
He begins to walk through the market, nodding for her to walk with him. It'll be easier not to be overheard if they're not standing in the middle of the market.] I would be interested in speaking with them, should you encounter them here. I do have questions.
[The parallels between this woman and Sigrun are only growing stronger in his mind.] Spirits do not typically speak to each other as much as mortals do, so we have no need for names. Addressing me as Justice will serve the function enough.
But he doesn't care about drinking and sex as long as no one gets hurt, even though drinking especially confuses him. Why do mortals willingly compromise their own senses? Questions he suspects he'll never see adequately answered.
But no, he is definitely liking this woman despite himself. Quick, human, go steal something so he can go back to being cross.]
You are wise to trust your experience over what you are told. The Chantry has its place, but its understanding of magic and the Fade is fundamentally flawed. [And that flawed understanding allows terrible things to happen, things that Justice is only just beginning to grasp.
He begins to walk through the market, nodding for her to walk with him. It'll be easier not to be overheard if they're not standing in the middle of the market.] I would be interested in speaking with them, should you encounter them here. I do have questions.
[The parallels between this woman and Sigrun are only growing stronger in his mind.] Spirits do not typically speak to each other as much as mortals do, so we have no need for names. Addressing me as Justice will serve the function enough.
Bela, you're so much more than bones fear not. You could never be boney! Parish the thought. [Hawke makes a gesture indicating the other woman's curves.] You know a much better topic than spiders.
[Hawke shudders. Then leans back, rubbing her nose thoughtfully.]
What if I could sleep and get in trouble at the same time? I need to start perfecting that technique. Maybe start writing inciting phrases on my window?
[Hawke shudders. Then leans back, rubbing her nose thoughtfully.]
What if I could sleep and get in trouble at the same time? I need to start perfecting that technique. Maybe start writing inciting phrases on my window?
It's served me well so far. I mean, I'm still around to talk to you aren't I? Anyway, from what I know I don't think the Chantry is completely wrong, but the way they go about things is absolutely terrible. I try to stay out of their matters as best I can though, it's always too complicated.
[She still is of the mind that everyone should be free and have a chance which she knows is the opposite of the Chantry's teachings from what she is aware, but she doesn't nearly go on and on about it like some people she knows. She follows him along as he walks though, arms crossed as they begin to blend in much better with the moving crowds.]
I'm sure he'll be hard to miss if he's actually around. Anders never was very good at the whole incognito bit. [She thinks back to his clinic in Lowtown, and even though it was only heard of by word of mouth everyone had some clue about it one way or another.] I'm sure he'll be glad to speak to you though, the man loves to talk.
I figured you'd say something like that, but I do like it. It suits you, actually being a spirit of Justice aside. You can call me Isabela by the way. [She muses over his choice with a pleased hum, before chuckling softly.] See? That's one step down. Keep it up and you'll fit in with everyone else before you know it.
[She still is of the mind that everyone should be free and have a chance which she knows is the opposite of the Chantry's teachings from what she is aware, but she doesn't nearly go on and on about it like some people she knows. She follows him along as he walks though, arms crossed as they begin to blend in much better with the moving crowds.]
I'm sure he'll be hard to miss if he's actually around. Anders never was very good at the whole incognito bit. [She thinks back to his clinic in Lowtown, and even though it was only heard of by word of mouth everyone had some clue about it one way or another.] I'm sure he'll be glad to speak to you though, the man loves to talk.
I figured you'd say something like that, but I do like it. It suits you, actually being a spirit of Justice aside. You can call me Isabela by the way. [She muses over his choice with a pleased hum, before chuckling softly.] See? That's one step down. Keep it up and you'll fit in with everyone else before you know it.
Well I'd certainly hope not! I worked hard to have this figure, I'd hate to end up all skin and bones. I'd lose most of my charm if that happened. [That, and she'd need new clothes, and she likes her clothing of choice thank you. She grins when she looks Hawke over though, eternally grateful to have her here with her.] Oh I do indeed, which would you like me to go with first? Some dirty tale about back home or just about how pretty you always are?
You'd be the menace of the town! I'm sure you sleepwalking would manage to somehow get roped into even more than you do on a daily basis awake. [It's scary how easily she can picture it happening.] Hmm, maybe go with something like 'The Viscount or whatever they have here smells like farts' or call out the tastes of the guardsmen in bed. I'm sure an especially naughty guess will really get their heads rolling.
You'd be the menace of the town! I'm sure you sleepwalking would manage to somehow get roped into even more than you do on a daily basis awake. [It's scary how easily she can picture it happening.] Hmm, maybe go with something like 'The Viscount or whatever they have here smells like farts' or call out the tastes of the guardsmen in bed. I'm sure an especially naughty guess will really get their heads rolling.
[She could in fact talk about herself all day, but it's worth turning the tables to see him so bright and fond. It's adorable really. She just smiles seeing him so animated and eager, because isn't he just the cutest thing?]
Are they now? They sound absolutely precious from the sounds of it, kind of like how precious it is listening to you talk about them. [She laughs. His fondness is endearing.] So you have birds tame enough to ride...and here I thought horses were as good as they got from where I come from when I'm not sailing. I wouldn't have minded having them around though, I imagine they're much more comfortable to ride on. Are they used for anything fun or are they just for travel?
Are they now? They sound absolutely precious from the sounds of it, kind of like how precious it is listening to you talk about them. [She laughs. His fondness is endearing.] So you have birds tame enough to ride...and here I thought horses were as good as they got from where I come from when I'm not sailing. I wouldn't have minded having them around though, I imagine they're much more comfortable to ride on. Are they used for anything fun or are they just for travel?
Isabela, though I suppose since we are on a boat of sorts it'll be Captain Isabela if you'd like.
[And she can't help but feel a pang of nostalgia at that, because it had been so long since she could actually address herself so, literal years even. It's nice to hear it again, even if her ship is temporary in the form of the rowboat they're on, and her crew is small to the point of it being just one other person. But it still invigorates her anyway, and she just grins feeling the wind on her face.
She leans forward a bit as she paddles, spotting something questionable in the far distance. It looks almost like-]
Say, does that look like a good clearing up ahead or are my eyes deceiving me from all this green and foliage about?
[And she can't help but feel a pang of nostalgia at that, because it had been so long since she could actually address herself so, literal years even. It's nice to hear it again, even if her ship is temporary in the form of the rowboat they're on, and her crew is small to the point of it being just one other person. But it still invigorates her anyway, and she just grins feeling the wind on her face.
She leans forward a bit as she paddles, spotting something questionable in the far distance. It looks almost like-]
Say, does that look like a good clearing up ahead or are my eyes deceiving me from all this green and foliage about?
Oh, no worries on my end. I've got no plans to die any time soon.
[Or ever if she can help it, looking back at the various close calls she'd encountered over the years. He works well with her movements though, and she'd never been worried, prepared to take it out by herself if she had to but it was nice all the same to have a competent fighter by her side. It was challenging to side step it's snapping jaws, but she just grins and swipes at it when she can, several scales getting knocked into the boat with them.
She's so distracted with being a diversion and toying with the serpent that when he launches his attack she simply pauses to take him in action, watching the serpent thrash and his fluid movements against it. Watching him land his final blow is especially spectacular to watch, and she takes in the greenery overtake it as it thrashes and gets water everywhere. It's almost pretty, seeing the plants amidst shining scales. The serpents thrashing is more pressing though, and though the boat is sturdy the last thing she wants is for the whole thing to capsize after all their hard work. She steadies herself and and mindful of it's passenger jumps, arcing her blades upward into it's throat to cut in deep and final to help speed along its death. The blood spray is less than ideal, but she's smiling all the same as it begins to slow its reactions.]
Well, consider me impressed with those moves of yours. Oh, but mind the head though. I'm sure someone might find that hideous face lovable at the market.
[Or ever if she can help it, looking back at the various close calls she'd encountered over the years. He works well with her movements though, and she'd never been worried, prepared to take it out by herself if she had to but it was nice all the same to have a competent fighter by her side. It was challenging to side step it's snapping jaws, but she just grins and swipes at it when she can, several scales getting knocked into the boat with them.
She's so distracted with being a diversion and toying with the serpent that when he launches his attack she simply pauses to take him in action, watching the serpent thrash and his fluid movements against it. Watching him land his final blow is especially spectacular to watch, and she takes in the greenery overtake it as it thrashes and gets water everywhere. It's almost pretty, seeing the plants amidst shining scales. The serpents thrashing is more pressing though, and though the boat is sturdy the last thing she wants is for the whole thing to capsize after all their hard work. She steadies herself and and mindful of it's passenger jumps, arcing her blades upward into it's throat to cut in deep and final to help speed along its death. The blood spray is less than ideal, but she's smiling all the same as it begins to slow its reactions.]
Well, consider me impressed with those moves of yours. Oh, but mind the head though. I'm sure someone might find that hideous face lovable at the market.
--hold on, I'll check! [You springs to her feet, very spry indeed-- making sure to lock the oars in place like a good sailor-- and climbs forward on the bow of the rowboat.] I think on the far side of the bend we can put in for a bit! Looks like there's a sandy beach, and I can't see any big rocks.
If we get closer I'll be able to tell for sure!
If we get closer I'll be able to tell for sure!
[ He has his charm...at least, until he sticks his foot in his mouth. It's only a matter of time... ]
Ha! You say that now, but I can go on and on about 'em... [ ...It's true, and he will, if she's not careful. ]
Oh, they are way comfy to ride! Waaaaay better than the horses they've got here. And when you're not using them for travel, people race on 'em! Not to brag, or anything, but I'm kind of good at it...
[ But really, only kind of. ]
Ha! You say that now, but I can go on and on about 'em... [ ...It's true, and he will, if she's not careful. ]
Oh, they are way comfy to ride! Waaaaay better than the horses they've got here. And when you're not using them for travel, people race on 'em! Not to brag, or anything, but I'm kind of good at it...
[ But really, only kind of. ]
[ so she's dealing with a limited tech person. figures that be her luck. the idea of people not getting this shit is bizarre to her, but then again she would be confused as hell too if she came from a time where planes weren't real and television was equal to witchcraft.
ok. she needs to get out of her own ass and into the game if she's dealing with someone literally new to this and they are taking this situation better than she is. ]
We're going to El Nysa - it's a hodunk planet with a lot of the same crap every other planet has. Quarreling cities, terrorist attacks, and people trying to make it to the end of the day. The Orbiters are ok, they're just cryptic jerks who think that they're so cool when they talk in circles. They don't really bother us a lot though which is cool. [ if she had to deal with some higher powers telling her what to do with her life, she would not be having pleasant conversations with anyone. ] ...I'm Ermes by the way.
ok. she needs to get out of her own ass and into the game if she's dealing with someone literally new to this and they are taking this situation better than she is. ]
We're going to El Nysa - it's a hodunk planet with a lot of the same crap every other planet has. Quarreling cities, terrorist attacks, and people trying to make it to the end of the day. The Orbiters are ok, they're just cryptic jerks who think that they're so cool when they talk in circles. They don't really bother us a lot though which is cool. [ if she had to deal with some higher powers telling her what to do with her life, she would not be having pleasant conversations with anyone. ] ...I'm Ermes by the way.
Anders?
[That swallows up all his attention. Justice does not have many friends, and Anders is one of the scant few. What is the likelihood that there's another mage that goes by Anders palling around with spirits? Especially spirits of justice?]
I know that mage. He was not possessed by anything when last I saw him.
[And Justice saw him just before the storm hit. Unless he's forgetting something?
Forgetting something big and important like Anders getting possessed by a spiirt seems unlikely, but it is technically not outside the realm of possibility.]
[That swallows up all his attention. Justice does not have many friends, and Anders is one of the scant few. What is the likelihood that there's another mage that goes by Anders palling around with spirits? Especially spirits of justice?]
I know that mage. He was not possessed by anything when last I saw him.
[And Justice saw him just before the storm hit. Unless he's forgetting something?
Forgetting something big and important like Anders getting possessed by a spiirt seems unlikely, but it is technically not outside the realm of possibility.]
Yep, the one and only. Also known as everyone's favorite cat loving healer in Lowtown. [She's a little surprised at his reaction, how he narrows in on the matter. She'd just thought mentioning him by name would help Justice find him easier if he wasn't in stasis, which she isn't entirely sure of because she hadn't looked for him specifically. ]
I was going to joke about how he's more famous than I thought, but if you know him then that theory's right out. [She chuckles a little to help keep the mood light, it's a joke Justice.] He most definitely wasn't alone in there when I saw him last, but it didn't necessarily seem all that bad. He was the same as he always was to me, just more grumpy and a bit stuck up than before. [And more serious than he used to be, less funny, but mostly the same old same old.] I don't really know how it all works, but whatever the case I believe it's a mutual affair.
I was going to joke about how he's more famous than I thought, but if you know him then that theory's right out. [She chuckles a little to help keep the mood light, it's a joke Justice.] He most definitely wasn't alone in there when I saw him last, but it didn't necessarily seem all that bad. He was the same as he always was to me, just more grumpy and a bit stuck up than before. [And more serious than he used to be, less funny, but mostly the same old same old.] I don't really know how it all works, but whatever the case I believe it's a mutual affair.
This is strange. I have no memory of this. Not even a remains of a memory. [And usually forgotten things itch a little when he's reminded of them. He's usually aware of it when he's made himself forget something, even if he doesn't know exactly what he forgot. He's relatively certain he hasn't made himself forget anything since before he left the Fade.
But he senses no lies from this woman, and he doesn't know why she would lie about this anyway.] This is worth investigating. If Anders is on this planet, then I shall find him.
[Unless being possessed by a spirit has altered his presence to the point of unrecognizability, but in that case, Justice will just follow the feeling of the Fade. It's not like there's a ton of possessed mages walking around this planet.] When did you last see him?
But he senses no lies from this woman, and he doesn't know why she would lie about this anyway.] This is worth investigating. If Anders is on this planet, then I shall find him.
[Unless being possessed by a spirit has altered his presence to the point of unrecognizability, but in that case, Justice will just follow the feeling of the Fade. It's not like there's a ton of possessed mages walking around this planet.] When did you last see him?
[ Cain waits to answer her until the serpent's come crashing down into the water, aided so neatly by Isabela's extra blows. He tumbles from the leviathan's head onto the boat, catching himself on hands and knees. With a shake, shedding water, he stands and wipes ichor off his blade. ]
I'm the one impressed. [ He shoots her a grin, then turns to the now-floating body of the serpent. ] But we can't take it all with us. We'll have to travel over land, I don't like the idea of trying to carry the whole thing that far.
I'm the one impressed. [ He shoots her a grin, then turns to the now-floating body of the serpent. ] But we can't take it all with us. We'll have to travel over land, I don't like the idea of trying to carry the whole thing that far.
Maybe it happened after you saw him? I can't say for certain when it happened, when I'd seen him in Denerim years ago he was spirit free. More fun too. He was always on the move back then though, so maybe it was sometime after that?
[She thinks back to the good times at the pearl with a bit of a wistful sigh. Those were definitely the days. Justice's questions reactions are both more intense and different than she'd expect from finding out that his friend has a spirit inside of him. She'd expected concerns of him being an abomination, or even fear but she guesses maybe spirits see things differently.]
Last time I saw him was... [Before she attempted to run away and avoid a disaster that she's at fault for- She crosses her arms, taps her foot in thought.] Maybe a few days before I planned to set sail from Kirkwall. I haven't seen neither hide nor blonde hair of him here, but I can help keep an eye out for you if you like. I didn't know he knew two spirits of Justice after all, I'm dying to know how he got so popular.
[She thinks back to the good times at the pearl with a bit of a wistful sigh. Those were definitely the days. Justice's questions reactions are both more intense and different than she'd expect from finding out that his friend has a spirit inside of him. She'd expected concerns of him being an abomination, or even fear but she guesses maybe spirits see things differently.]
Last time I saw him was... [Before she attempted to run away and avoid a disaster that she's at fault for- She crosses her arms, taps her foot in thought.] Maybe a few days before I planned to set sail from Kirkwall. I haven't seen neither hide nor blonde hair of him here, but I can help keep an eye out for you if you like. I didn't know he knew two spirits of Justice after all, I'm dying to know how he got so popular.
[It can't have happened after Justice had seen Anders unless he's forgotten something, because Justice saw him right before the storm. Or, perhaps, this woman is mistaken. That seems like the most likely answer, but this is still... troubling.
Justice isn't going to panic at this point, but he's concerned, and the sooner he has a chance to talk to Anders, the better.]
He is a spirit healer. He has more opportunity to meet us than most. And he treats us kindly. [That last part is softer, almost to himself. Anders is selfish and irreverent and at times obnoxious and cowardly, but he's kind. He could easily be just as afraid of Justice as almost everyone else, but he treats Justice like a friend. He teaches him about mortal life and teases him and helps him hold Kristoff's rotting body together. It's a rare thing for a mortal to treat Justice like he's a person.
But that doesn't explain how Anders would get possessed by another spirit of justice without Justice's knowledge. Anders isn't the type to sit around chatting with the spirits that help him heal.] If you would let him know that I am looking for him if you see him, I would appreciate it.
Justice isn't going to panic at this point, but he's concerned, and the sooner he has a chance to talk to Anders, the better.]
He is a spirit healer. He has more opportunity to meet us than most. And he treats us kindly. [That last part is softer, almost to himself. Anders is selfish and irreverent and at times obnoxious and cowardly, but he's kind. He could easily be just as afraid of Justice as almost everyone else, but he treats Justice like a friend. He teaches him about mortal life and teases him and helps him hold Kristoff's rotting body together. It's a rare thing for a mortal to treat Justice like he's a person.
But that doesn't explain how Anders would get possessed by another spirit of justice without Justice's knowledge. Anders isn't the type to sit around chatting with the spirits that help him heal.] If you would let him know that I am looking for him if you see him, I would appreciate it.
[If his looks translates to curse words, the look in Isabela's eyes would equal passive annoyance, and maybe a few rude gestures. Not that she still isn't grateful for him going along with it besides his irritation at being interrupted, but he didn't have to be such a grump about it.
Still, she keeps her smile in place while mentally crossing her fingers hoping that the group of men will just give up, and think that maybe if she was here she wasn't now. And she feels luckier than ever that she hadn't run her mouth when she found them, so they can't identify her by her voice. She thinks of her soon to be spent earnings she literally received for her catch not too long before all of this went down and internally groans. Well, its the price she pays for silence.]
Of course darling, you always did like the best of the best right? I haven't been in town long but I can at least treat you right, like old times. I owe you that much after being gone so long with little word.
[And she pulls out the money to hand to the bartender as he comes over, glad to see him get in front of one of the guys looking for her as he listens to her companion's order.]
Oh, you do remember! It's always been easier for me to drink and forget about if its bad enough, and not quite a loss like awful brandy or wine. Still gets the job done in getting me there too. Although...I think the last time I drank that much was at a wild party forever ago. I remember I woke up the next day missing my knickers.
Still, she keeps her smile in place while mentally crossing her fingers hoping that the group of men will just give up, and think that maybe if she was here she wasn't now. And she feels luckier than ever that she hadn't run her mouth when she found them, so they can't identify her by her voice. She thinks of her soon to be spent earnings she literally received for her catch not too long before all of this went down and internally groans. Well, its the price she pays for silence.]
Of course darling, you always did like the best of the best right? I haven't been in town long but I can at least treat you right, like old times. I owe you that much after being gone so long with little word.
[And she pulls out the money to hand to the bartender as he comes over, glad to see him get in front of one of the guys looking for her as he listens to her companion's order.]
Oh, you do remember! It's always been easier for me to drink and forget about if its bad enough, and not quite a loss like awful brandy or wine. Still gets the job done in getting me there too. Although...I think the last time I drank that much was at a wild party forever ago. I remember I woke up the next day missing my knickers.
[She almost wants to applaud him as he lands, execution well done. Instead she whistles in appreciation, swinging her daggers to the side to help rid them of some of the blood on them before resting them down inside of the boat]
Well we wouldn't have finished it off nearly as fast without that fancy blade of yours. Which I have to admit was a very nice touch. [She gives him an approving smile before turning to look at the dead body of the beast, examining it before nodding over to the nets inside of the boat.]
I doubt it's all worth the same anyway. It'll be a bit more work, but how do you feel about taking the head of it with us in one of those? We can toss in anything we think might be worth a nice amount of coin in there too.
Well we wouldn't have finished it off nearly as fast without that fancy blade of yours. Which I have to admit was a very nice touch. [She gives him an approving smile before turning to look at the dead body of the beast, examining it before nodding over to the nets inside of the boat.]
I doubt it's all worth the same anyway. It'll be a bit more work, but how do you feel about taking the head of it with us in one of those? We can toss in anything we think might be worth a nice amount of coin in there too.
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