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middaeg2020-03-07 09:14 pm
crestfallenfor) wrote in middaeg2020-03-07 09:14 pm
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Mareuer Catch-All [Open]
Who: Sylvain and YOU
When: All throughout Mareuer
Where: Y'know, just. Around.
What: Quest prompts, mostly, but this is a general March catch-all!
Warnings: None yet, but will edit to add if necessary.
[ Q1 | Quail of the Sea ]
When: All throughout Mareuer
Where: Y'know, just. Around.
What: Quest prompts, mostly, but this is a general March catch-all!
Warnings: None yet, but will edit to add if necessary.
[ Q1 | Quail of the Sea ]
[War has a way of keeping you away from the simpler things in life. The important, day to day things that keep a society running. Which is why, when a quest comes up for "strapping young folks" to go out on a fishing boat, to help out the locals, Sylvain actually jumps at the chance.[ Q2 | L'Amourtentia | Possible NSFW ]
It's been years since he's done anything similar, since before going to Garreg Mach, when it was still important for Faerghus nobles to roll up their sleeves from time to time and help out with commoners' work during times of the year when there simply weren't enough people to do everything that needed to be done.
That said? He's pretty rusty, and things are just different enough in Aefenglom to trip him up a bit besides. At least he's not tangling up the nets, but he does look as though he might need a hand, from time to time. The other side of that coin, though, is that he does remember enough that if anyone else is struggling more than he is, he's competent enough to lend a hand.]
[Contrary to popular belief, there are many reasons why a serial flirt and philanderer might be interested in assisting with the manufacture of an aphrodisiac, aside from just the obvious.[ Q5 | Research Request ]
(Well. In addition to the obvious, at any rate.)
In fact, this particular one was drawn more by the potion-making practice than by the effects of said potion, so to say he's taking the work seriously is actually a bit of an understatement. Afterwards, though, when the shopkeep slips samples to interested helpers? Sylvain examines the potion in the light, then appears to catch sight of someone - you! - through the vial and puts on a more characteristic, charming expression.]
So, up for trying this out?
[ooc: Feel free to hop in at any point in the prompt for a more sfw route, or take him up on his offer to hop right into nsfw options! He's bi as hell, so men and women are both fair game for the propositioning.]
[To anyone who knows Sylvain, the amount of research he's been doing since he arrived might have seemed odd at first, but is likely a normal sight at this point. It's still unsettling, to be without full use of his magic, but he's been steadily improving, little by little, every day. So when a request for research comes up, he's quick to take it. And why not? He's going through several books every day on his own, the least he can do is keep an eye out for the information the requester wanted.[ New Moons | 24th-26th ]
That said? He hasn't had much luck on that front so far, which is why - no matter where he is at the moment, at the library, a bookshop, even Diplomatea, there will be four stacks of books by him. One he hasn't looked through yet, one without anything of value to him, one with potential for the quest, and the last for books he wants to read more deeply. It's a meticulous system... would be a shame if anything were to happen to it.]
[To say there was a lot of excitement going on over the course of the month was... a bit of an understatement. By all rights, Sylvain should be exhausted, but as the moons grow darker and darker in the sky each night, he grows more and more restless. His emotions hit higher highs and lower lows than he usually allows them to, and he seems to have endless energy for any number of pursuits. His home ends up utterly spotless. Several books get read cover to cover. He even goes out on the town, hitting up local bars and entertainment venues with some regularity. Sleep doesn't come easily, but neither does exhaustion.[ Wildcard / 3 Places, 3 Happenings ]
It feels almost... normal, except for the odd happenings around him. Occasionally, a plume of flame will spark in his hand, persisting until he puts it out, or similar small flames will rise from the ground under his steps, flickering out moments later. His ambient body heat is running very high, to the point where skin-warmth can be felt through several layers and a several foot distance. Bugs may die if they come within a certain radius of him, and plants will wilt and wither from a similar distance, like his energy is sapping the life of small things around him.
Because, honestly, it is.
None of these magical side effects are constant, at least - coming and going without warning, but nor are they especially unobtrusive, either, and there's only so much apologizing can do when one burns a hand print onto a table or kills a prized houseplant from just walking by.]
[Want something else? Event prompts are here, or feel free to wildcard me with anything else! Also feel free to hit me up on my plotting post, through pm, or on plurk (subjuggul8ion) for a custom starter!]
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Oh yeah? The princess you know must be pretty amazing, then. Allura's really something else. [ there's some adoration in his voice when he talks. it's usually there whenever he talks about allura.
that comment about his king is kind of adorable though, not gonna lie. ]
Childhood friends, huh? Nice. You probably miss him a lot, don't you?
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Heh, she really is. Bernadetta knew her better than I did, though, so you should ask about her if you're interested. They were both Eagles.
[...If Sylvain's comment was adorable, then Lance's is too, though. He can hear that adoration in his voice, and from what limited contact he's had with Allura thus far?
Well, it doesn't feel misplaced in the least.]
Yeah, I do... I'm not sure how well I'd be able to protect him if he was brought here, though, so maybe it's for the best. Knowing he's alive back home, though, helps. The last time we had a long separation, everyone thought he was dead for five years.
[REAL STRESSFUL TIMES, LANCE.]
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[ everything he's learning about sylvain's world is so fascinating, from the people to the culture. he's glad that sylvain asked him to sit with him, now. ]
...Separation, huh? [ he lets out a weak laugh at that. ] Yeah, I know what that's like. I mean, it wasn't five years -- or maybe it was in earth time, I have no idea. It happened in outer space. Anyway...yeah. One of my friends disappeared for a while and we were worried that he was...
[ dead doesn't feel right to say. just the thought of shiro being gone forever like that sends a chill down lance's spine, and he shoves the thought away immediately. ]
You know.
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But he does listen as Lance speaks, nodding when he can't quite finish the statement. It speaks to his character, honestly - he might be at war, but he's not as intimately familiar with death as Sylvain is.
That's good. Makes him want to look out for him even more than he did already.]
Yeah, I know. Dimitri... came back to us changed, too. It took a while for him to come back to himself, even though he was with us physically. I hope your friend is alright.
[...Accidental Voltron foreshadowing... whoops.]
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(little does he know that he'll face it in due time -- it may not be during battle or on someone's death bed, but it's still death nevertheless. he'll realize that seeing allura's smile for the last time will be more bittersweet than anything else in the universe. but that's neither here nor there.) ]
Actually, he's here in Aefenglom. His name's Shiro, and I'm, like, eighty-percent sure he's from the future? I hope so, because that'd mean he came back to us alright.
[ fine. fine. haha........... ]
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Death of a loved one is usually bittersweet, but still not a pain that ought to be inflicted on anyone... But so it goes.]
I hope he did. For all your sakes.
[It hurt to see Dimitri suffering as he was. Though if Shiro isn't, then... it should be fine...? Right? Hopefully? Maybe? (Not for a long while.)
TIME FOR. LIGHTER TOPICS. haha.... ha........]
But, anyway, Lance... what do you enjoy doing, here, other than going home with cute girls and being spooked in mostly dark rooms?
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lance is happy to change the subject though, because shiro's disappearance (and how dodgy he's being about things) still bothers him. so! onto lighter topics it is. ]
Okay, that last one was not my fault! [ he's blaming it on you, sylvain!!! ] And, well... I guess other than that, I've been picking up part-time jobs here and there, but it'd be nice to have something more...steady. If you know anywhere looking for permanent work, let me know?
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[Said by someone who... has been chased out a lot.]
I will certainly keep an ear out... It seems as though this place is usually willing to hire, but... [Would you really want to work with Allura (and Lorenz), Lance?] I've been mostly picking up part-time jobs when we need money, too, though.
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[ it's okay if you were sylvain, lance deserves it -- ]
I -- okay, that's actually a good point. [ he seems like he's considering it, actually. allura can be...overbearing sometimes, but for the most part, the two of them get along. at least, when lance isn't being hammy at her. ] Would you consider working here?
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[But Bernie seemed happy, so he didn't! Even if he maybe deserved it.]
Heh, I don't think I would. The tea I make is alright, but it's definitely not on par with what they serve, and I doubt they'd appreciate me flirting with all the cute customers.
[He. Also totally winks at Lance with that statement, because... you know, speaking of cute customers, etc.]
1/2??? 1/3??? who knows
[ which is not helping his "we're just friends" case, he'll realize later, whoops.
as for the tea... ]
Good point. I don't make tea often so they probably wouldn't hire me, and --
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oh. ]
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H-Haha, yep! Definitely would appreciate it -- I mean -- they would not appreciate it...!
[ is this happening. is a beautiful man...flirting with him........ ]
Or maybe they would! Nothing like a really handsome guy hanging around a cafe to attract tons of customers! [ ........god. lance is realizing what's coming out of his mouth and his cheeks color. his shoulders rise, and then his hand comes up to scrub at his face. ]
...Aaand this is where I stop talking.
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But then it's just a matter of time until his casual flirting sets in, so he takes a sip of tea, watches Lance carefully...
And there it is. There he goes, tripping over his words and turning red.]
If that's all they wanted, then they should be paying us both for sitting here, right?
[Yeah, he's going to keep on it.]
Though if you're that intent on not talking with me anymore, I suppose we could figure out another way to occupy your... [Very pointed pause, right there.] ...time.
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[ HE IS SO EMBARRASSED. it's a good thing he isn't drinking any tea, because he would've done a spit-take at that. ]
You're joking, right? You've gotta be joking. So yeah, baaaack to talking now! Yep, it's totally cool!
[ it's not that he's offended, he's just.
a dumbass. ]
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[He's embarrassed, he's flailing for words... it's cute, honestly.
He's doomed.]
Why would I be joking? You said it yourself, you are pretty great, and I've already said you're handsome.
[W I N K.]
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HHHHHHH. ]
...Okay, look! It's the first time I've been hit on by a guy, a very attractive guy, and --
[ he just keeps talking. he just keeps talking and it's a horrible idea. he's red to his ears and holds his head in his hands. ]
I'm not making this any better for myself.
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[He actually looks pretty shocked!
...Okay, sure, guys hitting on other guys isn't the most common where he's from, either, but even so!]
Hm... In that case, I could offer to show you several other first times with a guy, but you're so red already, I'm afraid you might combust...
[Sylvain... that's like offering anyway.]
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Uhhhhhh--
[ yeah he's just going to keep on being tongue-tied here. ]
I -- don't think I can do that.
[ god. he has never been propositioned before in his life. what is happening. ]
Holy quiznak.
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Honestly, Sylvain isn't even offended when he's rejected outright, he just lets it hang in the air for a few moments before breaking whatever tension might have built up with an easy laugh.]
Yeah? That's alright. I still meant what I said, though.
[About him being pretty great, and also handsome.
And the implication that he totally would, if Lance was ever interested.]
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It's not you, I'm just not really into...you know. Casual bedroom stuff.
[ not like he's ever...done...bedroom stuff....before..... but it's that on top of all his insecurity issues, because ha ha oh boy! even if he were romantically involved with someone, he'd still feel just as nervous as he does now.
help. ]
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Yeah, I get it. Heh, I'd probably usually try changing your mind about that, but...
[But that slight overprotective impulse says no, honestly, so he'll back off... for the most part.]
Instead, I'll just let you know I'll be here if you do, alright?
[Still going to smile and wink at him, though.]
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[ he'll...keep that in mind. for now though, this is fine. he leans back a little on his chair and takes in a deep breath, trying to get rid of the color in his cheeks. it's...not very successful. ]
You seriously meant all of that, though? You really weren't kidding?
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[Unless he's being sarcastic, which... is honestly pretty obvious, and usually not when he's coming on to someone.]
Why wouldn't I mean it?
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[ they usually don't think he's that great. but that's okay, because lance doesn't either. ]
That's all. I'm pretty flattered, though, heh.
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