Fantasy Heroes and Nightmares

[ElBrento]

There was a reason Nicolas hesitated when did instead of acting decisively as usual. That reason is that when he saw that nightmares shadow powers he knew that he was gonna be his arch-nemesis. Nicolas has been afraid of the shadow elementals since he was 8 years old because a nightmare who came really close to killing him back then was a shadow mage. Ever since then he started being afraid of the shadows for fearing a shadow will kill him in his sleep. But after he got Toyz he didn't need to worry about since he was a gigantic nightlight and he loved his company. He just stood in fear until the guy disappeared in the shadows. He is starting to get over it but he still has that residual fear from when he was 8 years old and that moment where his life almost ended right there and then. He rushed over to the wounded Heroes side. She looked like she was gonna slip into unconsciousness. Which it looked like she did for she didn't really say anything.


"Hey, you still there? Don't worry you'll be fine. You're gonna be ok."


Toyz starts licking all the blood off the wounded hero which in turn cleaned her wounds. Nick starts bandage up the wounds even though they were crude because he had little experience with this stuff he managed to patch her up. He needed a way to get her to the hospital and the ambulance won't come in time due to the havoc Toyz cause on the way here. So it was either he flew her over there himself or have her ride on Toyz. As he's debating on what to do the hero starts to come to.


"Hello If you understand me in your condition. How would you like to get to the hospital by air or by land? or in other words would you like me to carry you or have the Tiger carry you over there?

 

[Aldur]

Berendil finally took a break and turned his shift in.


He locked every single door leading to Gunner's cell.There was practically no escape.


The man was tired."Nicolas nicolas nicolas....I'm getting old,you're getting stronger."he thought to himself.


"Hmm...I wonder what's in the fridge...I think I need to restock on food...yeah that seems right." were some of the thoughts going through Berendil's head.On the way home he visited the grocery shop nearby and restocked on vegetables and meats.


He eventually got inside his house,stocked his fridge and sat in his comfortable armchair with his pipe between his lips


"You were there human,all those years I've been locked up by that other human...You brought me food and did all the "dirty work" for that "doctor"...Heh heh heh...I must say it wasn't that bad,the pain,oh the pain was wonderful,I couldn't ask for more."


"Why are you here,Qeth?"


"To say thank you...in a way."The figure came out of the shadows revealing his huge body.Qeth moved in front of Berendil.


The man did not know what to expect from the creature,he always kept a small razor-sharp dagger safely in his chair.


"Berendil was it?Thank you for the fresh meats everyday.How can I ever repay you?"


Qeth sat down peacefully.Berendil was confused


"Are you here to kill me?That won't work."


"What gave you the impression,mister Ukvar?"


"Sneaking up on me giving you any clues?"


"But here I am standing in front of you,my guard down and completely harmless."


The creature was staring at Berendil with hungry eyes yet there he was having a chit chat with the Field-Marshall Berendil Ukvar of the Hero Initiative.


"Is it true that you got yourselves a nightmare?Hmpf...they dare call themselves 'nightmares' when they are just mongrels...they completely miss the point.Killing for fun?Yes,but killing off your only resource of fun is only gonna lead to them gnawing at each other's necks...perhaps it would be better that way...these...pathetic goons,they kill aimlessly and they kill as soon as they get their hands on their victims.I on the other hand like to play with my victims,mister Ukvar...I like to keep their blood boiling"As soon as he uttered the word "blood" he already had a mouthful of saliva and began breathing heavily.


"But no...I am not here to kill you...though your head would look awfully nice on my collection...heh heh heh.Maybe another day perhaps we shall have an honorable fight to the death,I love it when they fight back.I have simply come here to thank you for the kindness you showed me the prior years.You didn't show any fear while serving me the meat...I loved it,I loved the fact that no matter how hard I tried to get the smallest look of fear from you,I couldn't,You are the only one so far...I respect that."


"I remember once people saw you killing more nightmares a few years ago"


"Hmpf...the morons were out of control...went on a rampage of killing off so many tasty an-villagers...they were killing 9 months worth of my pleasure...I don't want anything to do with that kind of 'nightmares' and I will kill them without hesitation.I live for the Thrill of the Hunt not for effortless killing."


Qeth had gotten up and looked Berendil in the eyes,so far they hadn't broken eye contact.


"Thank you..."


Qeth got out using one of Berendil's bigger windows


Berendil prepared his bed and got to sleep,he had gotten to a point where he is hardly impressed,but this little chit chat he had with Qeth took him by surprise.

 

[1stLt HChurch]

I stroll down a desolate back road, just casually walking through town. It is lonely and quiet back here, but it is the quickest route back to my village in the forest. Not that I am in too big if a hurry, but it would he nice to get back before nightfall. That time of the 24-hour day always sets me on edge, and my imagination begins to run wild during that time. And not usually to the best places, either. So, its best if I get back in time. But, if I get pulled away from my walk back for some reason or another, I won't mind. I can stay inside the boundaries of Ignition for the night if need be. Besides, today has been pretty boring so far. Having something interesting pop up would be highly satisfying.

 

[kjsprk]

The moon was just rising and so was AYumi's ambition of the night. She felt better having said what she did to Gunner, though she'd never been the same, she wanted to focus on her job in the city tonight, getting her mind off of things.


"I'll take the night patrol tonight guys." She said to the sheriff on her way out of the police station. "I need the exercise anyway." She joked. The sheriff gave her a nod and bid goodnight to the Hero. Ayumi made her way out of the police station and onto the streets that were slowly being taken over by the night. She didn't like the darkness, not by herself anyway. She began looking around for another Hero to roam with.


"Everyone's probably asleep..." She doubted anyone would be awake. She made her way to the rooftop of the Ignition Hero Academy (one of my other Rp's that sadly died too fast ) And stayed perched on the roof, peering out onto the peaceful, sleeping town of Ignition. It has been a while since the school had been used, it now served as a museum for the history of the town of Ignition. One of Ayumi's childhood friend's Kioshi Thayer (No relation to Ayumi's family, just a coincidence tat he shared the same last name) went to the academy, she hadn't seen him in a few weeks.

 

[The One Eyed Bandit]

Ivory grimaced as the man's words before he left them room. She'd somehow survived. Normally one would be feeling relived, even elated that they'd managed to get out of that situation alive, but she only felt a sense of self-disgust. She'd only come out of this encounter alive by the mercy of a madman. And she knew it. She'd repay him then. She'd repay him by going as he said by getting 'better', she'd do it so next time they fought, she'd be the one coming out on top.


She stayed silent as the tiger cleaned her wounds, she wasn't in any condition to use the blood it licked up anyway. A man, who was presumably the owner of the tiger that had just been running it tongue all over her, soon began to bandage up her wounds, and once again, she wasn't really in a state to protest. The guy had to be a Hero, not a lot of other people would run in and try help someone out in a situation like that, but she didn't recognize his face, maybe he was a new member or something? Regardless though, she was grateful and because of his help was soon in a good enough condition to speak again.


'Thanks for the help, and as tempting as being carried bridal style through the skies sounds... I'd rather have the tiger take me" She replied as she sat up, whining as the several puncture wounds shifted from the movement.

 

[ElBrento]

"Alrighty then. You should be fine he's used to carrying people."


"Toyz prepare for transport."


Once he got the response he prepared Toyz to transport her over to the hospital. The Tiger obediently layed down so he can secure her on to the Tiger. He put her on the Tiger soldier style as he puts some quick release straps to secure her on to the Tiger. With that she's ready to go.


"Alrighty then you're all set hope you have a safe and fun ride and I'll see you at the hospital."


"Toyz move out to the hospital."


The Tiger runs through the alleys jumping on dumpsters and over fences and making sure not to shake up his passenger too much. The homeless people in the alley jump out of the way for they don't want to be in the way of a running Tiger. Meanwhile Nick takes off and flies over the Tiger to make sure nothing happens to him on the way there. On the ground Toyz is making sure that the passenger isn't uncomfortable. While Nick is navigating the alleys trying to to hit all the clotheslines strung across from building to building. It was like flying through and urban canyon which was fun for Nick. After navigating all the alleys and running across various streets in which some were very busy they finally made it to the hospital. He checked her in and the Nurses came, took her off the Tiger and put her on a stretcher and wheeled her away.


"I hoped you had a nice trip on the Toyz express. I'll see you around I've gotta get back to the station my shift is almost over and it's getting dark.


Nick hops on to Toyz and they head off for the station to clock out but as he arrives at the station he sees Ayumi exiting the station.


"Hello Ayumi you taking the night shift or going home?"

 

[1stLt HChurch]

As I keep walking, the nighttime catches up with me faster than I thought it would. Despite what my current short-term goal is, I turn town a nearby road with a sigh, heading back into town.


"I won't be able to make it back in time," I say to myself, sounding disappointed. "I guess I will just have to spend the night in town."


I start making my way to the Police station, since I know some of the Policemen there, and they let me crash there every so often if I need to. I just hope that they will still let me do that this time.


As I walk, my imagination starts to play with me like it always does in the dark. And there is nothing I can do to stop it. To dispense the feeling that something is behind me - which always happens, and always scares me - I speed up my walk to a jog. I pass by the buildings faster, and gratefully turn the corner at a faster clip in my haste to ditch the feeling. As I jog, I am thankful once again for the fact that my armor isn't uncomfortable to run it. You'd think it would be heavy and cumbersome, but it is just fine.


I continue jogging, not tiring much. The quicker I get to the station, the better. When the station comes into view, I audibly sigh in relief.

 

[ElBrento]

Nicolas noticed something coming from behind him. When he turned to look he saw a half-human half-animal coming out the darkness wearing armor that seemed enchanted but as the figure came into the light a bit more he recognized her as Astrid. He hasn't seen her much only when he goes out of the city only to track down nightmares that try to leave the city.


"Hey there Astrid what brings you here?"

 

[1stLt HChurch]

I keep my jog up to the station, slightly out of breath but okay. Not much is going to stop me from getting to the station, because I really need to get there to keep my sanity. Just a little bit farth-


"Good gods!" I blurt as I stumble to a halt in front of the station, jumping a bit. At first it looked as if something unnatural was lurking outside of the station, but it turned out to just be Nicolas and Toyz, seemingly blending in with the dark. I don't know them much, so I'm guessing that's why they almost scared me shitless. My heartbeat and breathing calm down from their rapid cycle as I come to the realization that it is only them. Once I stop, a couple feet from the two, I take a few deep breaths to calm myself down. "Jeez, Nicolas! I was already paranoid enough as it was!" I take another breath, then laugh, putting the heel of my hand on my forehead.


"Gods, I'm embarrassing," I mumble, shaking my head. "Sorry, Nick. I was planning on heading back to my village before nightfall, but I didn't make it in time. So I decided to sleep here for the night, and maybe go on a patrol with another Hero if any are around. And as I was coming here, I started to feel a bit paranoid, which isn't a surprise to me in the slightest. Its a dreaded thing that always happens around this time of the night, really. So I started jogging. And my paranoid mind didn't see you until I was right on you. Sorry if I startled you, too."


For the love of Thor, I need to shut the Hel up. He doesn't need to know how paranoid the dark makes you.


"So," I say, calmer now and desperately trying to change the subject. "What are you two up to?"

 

[ElBrento]

Nicolas listen to her ramble but what he got from Astrid is that she was to far from her village to make it and decided to crash here at the station for the night. Nick has somewhat of an idea where she lives so he understands that it was pretty far.


"Well I just came back from the hospital after delivering Ivory there she looked pretty beat up but she's gonna be fine. I was just about to clock out and go home."


*very audible stomach growl from both Toyz and Nick*


"Also Toyz and I are getting kinda hungry. So why don't we all go walk together around town for a bit before we go to sleep and all that."

 

[kjsprk]

Ayumi begins strolling around the city, her eyes dilated on account of how dark it is. She tried her best to not to think about her brother, or anyone for that matter. She wanted to go get some sleep, but she was also very hungry. Ayumi made her way to a diner and plopped down at the counter, ordering a bagel and coffee.


"Mmm." She hummed as the hot coffee just barely singed her tongue. She loved coffee.

 

[1stLt HChurch]

I shrug at Nick's response. "Sure. I have nothing better to do anyway." Then I gesture farther into town and say, "I don't care where we go. You lead the way."

 

[ElBrento]

"Well then lets go to The Getaway Cafe they got some nice pizza and those cheezy bacon baked potatoes that are just awesome. Plus they like having me and Toyz there anyway and it's the only Cafe that lets animals inside."


The two Heroes and Tiger start to head west to The Getaway with spirits high and stomachs empty. With the last part applying to Toyz and Nicolas.

 

[1stLt HChurch]

I nod, agreeing on the location. "Sounds like a plan," I reply, walking after the two. I follow Nicolas and Toyz to the Cafe, silently enjoying that fact that I have company again. That is always a good thing for me to have when it is dark outside. As we walk, I keep my eyes and ears open for any suspicious and strange activity, as I am still out and about. My stomach also starts to inform me of the fact that it is becoming quite empty, and it would appreciate some nourishment. I silently thank Nick's idea to go get something to eat.

 

[ElBrento]

As soon as Astrid Nicolas and Toyz get to the cafe the owner immediately called from them a table. Nicolas and Toyz has been coming here ever since it opened during his freshman year of high school and he knows who has been through and has seen the cafe go through all its ups and downs. The cafe usually has a table for Nick and whatever company he brings since he's always been there from the start. The cafe also welcomes Toyz since he eats all the leftover that cutomers leave and the food is cheap and its good quality too. The service is great with waiters and waitresses serving the customers left and right. Nick finds his table right next to the bar. Then a regular customer who goes by Alex who has been to The Getaway almost as long as Nick hollers over to him.


Alex: Hey Nick did you see the Nightmare that got caught yesterday? He looked like a real mean feller.


Nick: He wasn't that bad I did catch him off guard.


Alex: So that was you who caught him? *Nick nods* Damn son how did you get him to comply so easily?


Nick: Well I do have a Tiger and it's pretty easy to convince someone to surrender when they are in the jaws of Toyz.


Alex's phone rings


Alex: Well that seems that the boss wants me back in again.


Nick: Well don't break the bank. I'm pretty sure your boss will get mad if you break it again.


Alex: Well I haven't broken it yet and I won't break it anytime soon. Now I'll catch you later. *Alex leaves*


A waitress comes up to take their orders


Waitress: Hey there what would you like


Nick: I would like those Cheezy Bacon Baked Potatoes and a Coke. What about you Astrid? *gives order*


Waitress: Coming right up.