Academy for Rejected Souls (Multiverse, OC)

Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: James (@TommyGun15) and Connor (@KalenNighteyes)/Scarlet (@StartingOver)


What I'm doing: Gummies!/Really?


Why'nn let herself be led, the assault on her senses, the alert, almost worse than the hypnosis. As they sat down her eyes darted, taking account of everything she could see. She strained, looking about. Every noise drew her attention and she began to fidget. However, after a time she took a few deep breaths, closed her eyes, and, through sheer determination, forced the pulsing to stop. After that, she slumped forward, exhausted.


"Is... can we get out of here?" she asked, meek. "I would like to go somewhere without so many people. The two of you are safe. I want safety and calm. Can we go somewhere safe and calm?"


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Imalia quirked an eyebrow, then shook her head. Making sure all of her mental defenses were in order, she approached Scarlet. "Okay. Your first day back and you messed with Delrick's apprentice and, by extension, mine and Manara's. I know you haven't met Manara yet, but I expected you to have more respect for Delrick than that."
 
Location- arena


Who I'm with- Imalia


What I'm doing- calming down.


"Oh boy, that was fun. Now I see why you all toyed with all of us back then. " she slapped her knee in mock enjoyment. "Now you Imalia, I like you. " she started. "I actually want you to teach me some stuff. You might have to crack open that advanced book, cause I know that one you wrote front to back now. Mind control 101 is something I'm very well versed in." It wasn't a threat per say, but Scarlet did not back down from anyone. "As for Delrick, he's a nice man. He never treated me wrong. Nishira sent me Why'nn if you or him have a issue bring it to her. As for what I did ,once again I need to point you to Shard. He did some much worse stuff. I actually intend to keep Why'nn nice and safe." She smiled. "Oh wait we aren't done! Your little guy James. He's got spunk and he acts like he's isn't scared which is half the battle, but he came to me. Maybe you should tell him to avoid going into a spiders web next time." She turned. "Also tell him love is the most powerful mind spell of all. That girl has more control over him then anyone in this room."
 
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Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Why'nn (@folclor ), Connor (@KalenNighteyes )


What I'm doing: Calming her down


James gave Why'nn a gentle pat on the back, handing her the bag of gummies. He looked at her sadly.


"Why'nn, I'm sorry, but we can't go right now. We're both in the next round. We have to stay here, or we might be disqualified. If you really need to be somewhere quiet that bad, feel free to go with Connor. But if I'm disqualified, it'll disappoint Mistress Imalia."

 

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Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Scarlet (@StartingOver)/James (@TommyGun15) and Connor (@KalenNighteyes)


What I'm doing: Sighing/Reasoning


"You aren't my student anymore, Scarlet. I won't teach you anything else unless it's absolutely required." Imalia crossed her arms. "Still your choice on your victims. You know he's never taken an apprentice before and this one has both his and Manara's attention. I'd expect both of them to come after you and Shard if you're not careful. Why'nn isn't someone I'm concerned about except as she relates to my apprentice." She shook her head. "I doubt it's love, Scarlet. These are teenagers. It's probably hormones. Besides, I know how easily that girl gives affection." And this was the point that caused Imalia to sigh.


"Scarlet... I understand you like to mess with students, but being a teacher is far different from being a student. I don't know what you're planning, but it better not have anything to do with James."


---


Why'nn took the gummies and nodded. "We have lunch between, James. But thank you for reminding me that we are fighting. That is even more reason to calm myself..." She sighed, then leaned against Connor for support. "If we are staying here, then I am staying with the two of you until the match." To fight James would be fun. She shut him out of her mindscape and began to strategize on how she would battle him.


'Connor. I have an idea and I would like to use it to throw James off balance. Will you be angry at me if I kiss him to set him off-guard?'
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm With: Why'nn and James


What I'm Doing: Talking to Why'nn


Connor managed to finally become a bit less angry, even smiling a little as Why'nn leaned against him. He would have to explain himself to her later, but it could wait. When she spoke, he couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy, even if it was just to throw James off balance. He knew there was clearly something between them and he knew if he allowed that, it wouldn't stop with just a simple kiss and it could likely go further than it just being used as a battle tactic. 'Is that a tactic you'd use with an enemy on a real battlefield? I'm not opposed to creative thinking, but I was trying to think creatively in my fight with Violet and I apparently did terrible despite winning. That being said, I would be uncomfortable with it if you kiss him. I can't lie to you and tell you I won't be...'
 
Location- Arena


Who I'm with-Imalia(@folclor


What I'm doing- sighing.


"Let them come then, who cares anyway. I've been put in my place before. You've done it yourself a few times. I'm not scared of anyone. " she looked away. "I don't want James nor will I go after him, but I will put him in his place of he does something like this again." She looked back. "You know I was serious. I'd like to actually learn something one of these days from you. If I remember correctly you were the first one to see something in me."
 



Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Why'nn (@folclor ), Connor (@KalenNighteyes )


What I'm doing: Strategizing


James raised an eyebrow when Why'nn shut him out of her mind. However, this didn't surprise him, as she was likely planning for her next fight, on the assumption that it would be against him. Which was more that reasonable to be perfectly honest. James decided that this would be a good time fo4 him to plan out what he'd do in his next fight as well.
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Connor (@KalenNighteyes) and James (@TommyGun15)/Scarlet (@StartingOver)


What I'm doing: Debating/Talking


Why'nn frowned, pulling back from Connor to observe his expression.


'If that enemy would be bothered by it? Unbalanced? Yes. Yes, I would. And I did not ask if you would be uncomfortable. I asked if you would be angry with me. That is a different question entirely. So, would you be angry if I did it?'





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Imalia nodded. "Fair. If he gets in your way, deal with him appropriately. And of course you're serious. We grow by learning. And I did see something in you, but you were never going to be my heir, so I didn't go after you. I think you would have done better under someone other than the headmistress, but I can't change the past."
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm With: Why'nn and James


What I'm Doing: Talking


Connor sighed as he heard her explanation. Sure, that was a different matter entirely but at this point she was splitting hairs at this point. 'Yes. I'd be angry. I'm sorry I wasn't forward and more clear with my answer. It's good to know that it making me uncomfortable isn't good enough to warrant the idea being tossed out. Look...I really don't want to argue about this. I don't understand what the hell happened after I shook James's hand, I'm pissed at that stupid teacher for taking advantage of you the she apparently did. I'm not angry with you. Please don't take this as such.' Connor put a hand to his head and sighed. He knew this wasn't the end of the conversation and that his excuse likely didn't matter.
 
Location- Arena


Who I'm with- Imalia @folclor


What I'm doing- understanding.


"Not to be soft hearted, but when I said I liked you I mean it." She said nodded. "But I disagree, Mistress made me into this. I'm the Apex Predator of this school because of her. " she smiled. "But I would have done very well under you, out of respect for you I give you my word I won't mess with James." She stuck her hand out.
 
Location: Mindscape


Who I'm With: Shard (@Mad Prince of Sanity )


What I'm Doing: Feeling Relieved


Ivela sighed in relief at Shard's assurances that she wouldn't have to go through more of his attacks. Those were really not something she was looking forward to experiencing again. She was happy to learn more about fending off more of those attacks rather than having to just them out.


"It's good to know that I am already passing." Ivela stated. "I met James briefly. I do not think our meeting went well." She didn't really count the second time she spoke to him as a conversation since he seemed to have been flustered due to Why'nn's snuggling.


She didn't really know what to say on the grounds that she may be the only one worth teaching, as she felt that perhaps the training would help Connor control the darkness that seemed to have been controlling him. She didn't know much about James.


When Shard asked her about her first lesson and offered her his hand, she ignored the hand and stood up on her own. That was not to be rude, just because she disliked touching other people's hands.


"I do not have any more fighting today, so after you have dealt with whatever seems to be happening around you," Ivela didn't even realize that anything was happening up by the teachers, but then again she wasn't up there, "it would be most beneficial for me to begin my lessons as soon as possible." Building up a mental defense was swiftly becoming one of her priorities. She hated the idea of those wretched memories being brought back to the forefront of her mind.
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Connor (@KalenNighteyes) and James (@TommyGun15)/Scarlet (@StartingOver)


What I'm doing: Frowning/Talking


Why'nn pouted at his statement. 'Excuse me for not understanding your strange, outlander customs. I only asked because I knew it would be important to you. I like you. The fact that you came when I call proves you have strength and loyalty. ...Why in the world do you act this way? You show me nothing but weakness until moments like this. I do not understand this... I do not understand outlanders. I love you. Why did I punch you?'





She shook her head and stood, beginning to walk toward the door. She knew there was yet time.


---


Imalia sighed. "You don't remember the girl you were, do you?" Still, she took Scarlet's hand and shook it. "I appreciate that. I expect Nishira to mess all of the students up enough..." The enchantress seemed sad. She smiled slightly. "It's good to see you, though, Scarlet."
 



Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Why'nn (@folclor ), Connor (@KalenNighteyes )


What I'm doing: Curious


James raised an eyebrow as Why'nn left, a pouting expression on her face. That was unexpected. Although, there was only one other person he could think of that might've made her upset, as Delrick certainly never irritated her like that. James gave Connor a sidelong glance, one eyebrow raised.


"So... What was that about? And please don't tell me it was nothing, I'd hope that you have enough respect for me to know I'd see through that bullshit. If you don't want to tell me, just say so."
 
Location- Arena


Who I'm with-Imalia(@folclor


What I'm doing- wait what...


Scarlet's eyes widened. For the first time today she appeared to be caught off guard. "What do you mean the girl I used to be?" She took Imalia by the shoulders. "Imalia I've always been this way... I've always been a monster. Mistress showed me how to behave..." Scarlet felt confused so very confused.
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm With: Why'nn and James


What I'm Doing: Talking


Connor sighed. "I don't know...We were talking about the fights I was in. And apparently that Why'nn punched me. I was wondering why my jaw hurt so much." Connor sighed, dropping his tone to a whisper, but knowing full well James would likely still hear. "If it hadn't been for Victor I'd know what happened...Asshole."





As she was walking away, Connor once again spoke in Why'nn's mind. 'I'm sorry. I'm really trying to be stronger. I am. Why'nn, I will always come for you when you call me. You've been one of the few people to actually care about me. I owe you that much...more even. As for why you punched me...that answers the question of why my jaw hurts. Once I shook hands with James, I have almost no memory of events...'
 



Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Why'nn (@folclor ), Connor (@KalenNighteyes )


What I'm doing: Watching the fight


James nodded, and turned his attention back to the fight. He remembered Ivela had mentioned something about a strange presence taking him over, and he guessed that this was Victor.


"You know, you should probably get that looked at. Things in your head trying to take control over your body generally aren't healthy to ignore."
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: No one/Scarlet (@StartingOver)


What I'm doing: Walking/Reassuring


Why'nn sighed and sat down in the corner beside the door. She pouted as she opened the package of gummies and began to snack on them. Her pout turned into a scowl as Connor continued their conversation.


'Whatever happened is a blur, but I know I feel a lot of anger about it. There was guilt, but that is gone now. What is happening to us? And... I believe others have cared about you. I believe many people care for you. I do care for you as well.' She sighed. 'If this... situation has taught me anything it has taught me I need to be stronger. I need to be stronger... by myself.' She did feel very alone, but she wasn't sure what she was trying to say, either.


---


Imalia pulled Scarlet into a hug. "Oh, Scarlet... we were all different people before we came into Nishira's snare. You remember only what she wants you to remember." She sighed and stroked the woman's hair gently. "We all do. It's not your fault. One day. One day you'll remember, too."
 
Shard


Location: Ivela's Mind / Arena


With: Ivela Zoldyck @Lunaria Silver


Action: Apparently I upset some people... well darn!


Shard didn't mind Ivela not taking his hand, and with a slight tip of his hat, coalesced back into a writhing mass of incomprehensible energy before returning to his physical body. Blinking slowly for a moment before yawning and giving a slight stretch "Well now, I have had WORSE forays into the minds of others." He suddenly stood, chuckling to himself and bowing slightly to Nishira "Pardon me Keeper, I have a student to instruct." With that, Shard vanished, his form wavering for an attosecond before he reappeared beside Ivela's physical form as well "Now then, shall we go out into the field so as to not disrupt the... proceedings here?"
 
Location-Arena


Who I'm with- Imelia


What I'm doing- so confused.


"Ugh Lia my head hurts." She froze. Why had she said Lia. That wasn't Imelia name.. She felt there was now something buried in her head. "Imelia... Who the hell was I?" She said very confused now. "Nishira told me I was killing students and being this monster who was so wild she had to bring me in and fix me..."
 
Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Scarlet (@StartingOver)


What I'm doing: Comforting


Imalia held Scarlet close and continued to stroke her hair. Truly, this girl could've been her successor. If only Nishira hadn't changed so much. Imalia kissed the top of the girl's head.


"Shh, Scarlet. Quiet, now. Sleep, Scarlet, sleep. I've got you, my girl." Imalia's fingers worked deftly, running up the new teacher's spine in that particular pattern that would put this woman under trance quickly.
 
Location- arena


Who I'm with-Imelia(@folclor


What I'm doing- whaaaa


Scar knew what was happening. Maybe better than anyone else at the school. If this had been not five mins ago she would have scoffed and stood mocking her former teacher, but her head was swimming letting Imelia easily take her. "Lia... "She started to go limp in her arms. Scarlet was quick witted. Her eyes rolled to the side and she saw Nishira. Was Imelia protecting herself? "Don't make me forget." She mumbled. Not wanting to lose what she just gained, but deep down she understood. She felt a wave of love and kindness ease onto her. She let go and fell into a deep sleep, being entranced by Imelia.
 
Location: Arena


Who I'm With: Shard (@Mad Prince of Sanity )


What I'm Doing: Standing


Ivela left her mindscape a moment after Shard had. She stood up from her slightly uncomfortable position and sighed. Having somebody else in her mind was disorienting. How anybody could find the experience the least bit enjoyable she would never know.


She blinked in shock when Shard appeared beside her. She had not expected him to show up so quickly.


"Um. Yeah, I suppose so. You are the teacher." Ivela stated. She gestured for him to lead the way.
 
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Location: The Arena


Who I'm with: Scarlet (@StartingOver)


What I'm doing: Consoling


Imalia rocked the younger woman gently.


"I won't make you forget, Scarlet," she promised. The trance was more or less to calm the girl. "You're safe, you're home. You're with Mama. Shh..." Imalia sat, taking the rather limp Scarlet with her. "Now, you will forget your curiosity about 'Lia.' You won't forget, but you won't try to remember." Again, she kissed the top of Scarlet's head. "I'm going to count to 5 and when you wake you won't remember what happened in this trance, but you will lose your curiosity about Lia. You will wake up refreshed, energized, and happy. I'm going to count to 5 and when you wake you won't remember what happened in this trance, but you will lose your curiosity about Lia. You will wake up refreshed, energized, and happy." Imalia took a deep breath. "1, still empty. 2, stirring slightly. 3, thoughts are hazy. 4, in control of your own body. 5, awake."
 
Location- Arena


Who I'm with- li... Teach!(@folclor


What I'm doing- did I fall asleep?


Scarlet awoke with a start. She looked around wondering what happened. She saw Imelia looking at her, holding her close


She looked confused despite feeling so full of enegry and happiness. She had always thought something was at the edge of her mind. It had to do with Imela and seeing her now well it made her feel almost sad. Scarlet however choose to not move. She kept her head and body close to Imelia. "I don't know why this feels so good, but I won't question it." She said following her orders
 
Character: Frank Estello


Location: Arena(?)


With: Nishira @folclor


Doing: Being consoled [being sassy]


There's a soft rumbling from Frank before a voice escapes him that isn't his own, ["Nishira~ You know that you can't create what I want to devour."] Frank is desperately trying to quiet the voice, but it booms in his head and his concentration falters, ["The day that you and Frank drop your collective guard... I'll devour you, the students, the teachers, and this entire blight on my non-existence. Trapping me in a body will only stall me for so long. Giving me 'treats', like I'm some lap dog. I will bite back."] Frank has his hand over his ears now, and an inky black mist seeps up from his skin. From inside the shadowy form, an eyeball stares at Nishira hungrily, ["You say you can create anything, but if that were true... you wouldn't need this, or him, or them."] it blinks momentarily, and instead of an eye it's now a mouth full of sharp teeth. ["Frank has taken a special interest in these students. It would be so fun to break him down, piece by piece, forcing him to watch all he protects crum- buh buh buh- wha!"] Frank is biting down on his own lip now, so hard that it's bleeding visibly. With his focus back within his own control, he's managed to find a grip on the voidling. Silvery threads pierce the layer of darkness and then all at once it's drawn back within him.


Frank, after this episode, actually looks rather ashamed at his own incompetence. He would hate to admit to Nishira that containing a voidling was so draining on him. He's even less likely to tell her that in order to ensure the security of the fighting arena, that one rune had sapped a vast amount of his willpower. From the moment he had needed to use it, the voidling had been probing for weak points and ways to exploit Frank's own folly.
 
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