[OPEN] Sandstorm Event + September Introduction Log

[soul_mods]

Given that the last time there was a sandstorm BREW had just...unceremoniously dumped the new arrivals outside to face the elements, Shibusen decided it would be prudent to send some people out to make sure the poor souls aren't left to flounder.

Outfitting their volunteers with the proper gear, they're allowed back into Death City not only to search for new arrivals but also to check for stragglers.

However, as the volunteers go through the city, they find more than just the expected stragglers and new arrivals. For some reason, there is the occasional Kishin Egg wandering around...

To make things worse, the sandstorm continues to rage, causing poor visibility and covering the streets with a thick layer of sand, making it hard to keep footing. A problem these Kishin Eggs don't seem to have when most of them are capable of diving under the sand to move like sharks.

Comments

[peacocked]

[he's going to do his best to block any upcoming attacks with his new shiny weapon's ability!]

Try not to get so worked up over this, Takuto. I know you can't help it right now.

[tauborn]

I'm not worked up! I'm just--I don't know what I am but I'm not 'worked up!'

[It's a lame comeback and maybe not entirely true, but he's also busy running away from Kishin eggs in a sandstorm. There! Finally he knows he's just a block away from Sugata's house.]

I hope you know where your key is! [He will throw you to the door if it means he doesn't have to slow down to enter the building. The Kishin eggs are actually much faster than he is.]

[peacocked]

Of course I do.

[he left it in his pocket, like anyone else would. but please to be not throwing your best friend at the door. that's not nice takuto :(]

But in order for me to get it, I'm going to have to get out of my weapon form.

[tauborn]

Working on it!

[You know what they say about desperate times, Sugata. Desperate measures.

The Kishin eggs are closing in and chasing from behind, but Takuto catches sight of Sugata's door. His arm twists back as his legs keep pumping, he dodges a shark-like Kishin egg making a leaping attempt for his head, and then throws Sugata.

Not hard enough to damage the door or stick into it, but it's a pretty clear toss and Sugata bounces off the door and lands on the sandy doormat.]

HURRY!!

[With the sudden end to their resonance, Takuto's glow is already starting to fade. Too bad the Kishin eggs are already on his trail. He just hopes Sugata is fast with the key.]

[peacocked]

[he turns back into his human form the moment he touches the doormat.]

It's a good thing I didn't decode to transform halfway through you tossing me. [but with that he digs into his pocket, pulls out the key, and thrusts it into the keyhole. once he's unlocked it, he pushes the door open slightly. he still doesn't want to get sand everywhere.]

Come on!

[tauborn]

[If Sugata had transformed in midair, then he would be pretty dumb. But Takuto doesn't have time to say this as he starts yelling as he races to the door.]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!

[He's through the door in a flash, skidding to a halt and turning to help Sugata close it behind them. There's a few thuds as the Kishin eggs bounce off the door.]

[peacocked]

[omfg decode was supposed to be decide. how did that even happen. weeps]

You don't think they'll try to break the door down, do you?

[tauborn]

[Again, I missed the typo so it's only you pointing it out that allows me to laugh at it. Ha. Ha ha ha.]

I hope not!

[Excuse Takuto for giggling a little bit as he braces his back against the door. There's a few more half-hearted thuds as the Kishin eggs smack into the door, but at least the Kishin eggs aren't terribly big. They're probably safe.]

[peacocked]

[nnnnnoooooooooooo that's it i'm not sending u any psls ;a;]

I'd rather not have to repay Nanami to fix the door if that does happen..... [so with that he joins takuto in barring the door down.]

[tauborn]

[Fortunately Takuto's dazzle is diminishing rapidly which means the Kishin eggs are getting confused and some are wandering off instead of trying to push through the door with their blunt sharky noses, but the removal of the glow just leaves more room for laughter. This is actually one of the most ridiculous situations he's been in, which is saying something.]

It's a good thing you live in a sturdy house with a sturdy door, then. [His words are punctuated by a few halfhearted thunks from the door. And then he just starts laughing.]

[peacocked]

It is! Because I'd rather not have to pay for a door. [he doesn't even know how much that'll cost weep]

[tauborn]

[If the door broke, they could always blame it on the storm and maybe insurance or the landlord would cover it. But the door is indeed sturdy and the bumps of the Kishin eggs get less and less frequent.

Takuto gingerly leans forward a bit, still grinning like the idiot he pretty much is.]

I think we're safe.

[peacocked]

[perhaps..... it sounds plausible! he leans against the door and gives a quiet sigh]

That's good.

[tauborn]

[There's a final thump, and muffled hiss, and then silence.

Takuto breaks the silence but slouching against Sugata in relief and giggling.]

I... I can't believe that actually just happened....

[peacocked]

I can't either. [he shakes his head.] But I'm glad it happened with you.

[tauborn]

[He blinks a little, and then grins.]

Your ability is amazing! It's just like your King's Pillar! [Except it's smaller, and this time Takuto's not getting hit by it, haha....

Though it's actually pretty comfortable leaning against Sugata so he's going to stay there for a while.]

[peacocked]

[he could always find a way to direct it to you, if you want!!]

You were pretty radiant back there yourself.

[tauborn]

[He'd prefer it if Sugata didn't do that....

He grins.]

For the first time in a long time, yes. [He looks down at his chest, and tugs his collar down. There's nothing but the usual scar there, and it's not glowing anymore.]

[peacocked]

[which is why he isn't!]

I'm glad you've gotten your spark back.

[tauborn]

[Takuto nods slowly.] Me, too.

[After a moment, he twists a little to look at Sugata from the corner of his eye.] We make a pretty good team.

[peacocked]

[he smirks at the other.] That goes without saying.