Tension Rising - Main thread [Fight or Flight]

[theunderwolf]

"Fox leaned in and sniffed the wound and recoiled a little, "Yeah I'd get right on that, smells nasty under there." However, when invited in , she jumped at the chance to explore. Almost running in, she did a quick 360 and then fixated on the walls, going from one poster to the next with glee, trying to find out what they all were, "These are all different bands right?" She asked as she reached the last one.


@Alex Phalin

 

[Kharmin]

<p><a href="<fileStore.core_Attachment>/monthly_2014_09/Brittany_originalcrop.jpg.4a89eaac9ece9536617fbf59a704f633.jpg" class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image"><img data-fileid="29512" src="<fileStore.core_Attachment>/monthly_2014_09/Brittany_originalcrop.jpg.4a89eaac9ece9536617fbf59a704f633.jpg" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" alt=""></a></p> Brittany sighed at Morgan's announcement. The students were exhausted and having been given the day off, they left the test with relief. For her part, Brittany hoped that she had been able to help ease some of their pains.


She moved to where Alec still rested in his blissfully unconscious state. With a few shakes, Brittany attempted to wake him, to no avail. She frowned and checked his vital signs. Alec didn't seem to be anything more than over-exhausted. Still, Brittany couldn't just leave him where he lay, so she eased into his mind and massaged him back to consciousness.


{{Here, let me help,}} Brittany spoke gently in his mind as she tried to assist him to his feet. {{Come on. Let's get you back to your dorm. What room is yours?}}


@Prizzy Kriyze

 

[GeneralZod]

Hayden


After he had finished devouring his plate of meat Hayden could relax for a bit. He tore things apart and ate plenty of rotten meat, the animalistic mind was going to be content for a bit. Getting up he walked quietly across the cafeteria with his tray full of trash and looked around at the few students still left. Hopefully he would be able to find someone who would want to carry some sort of conversation. Usually Hayden wasn't the one to go looking for a chat but this was a rare moment he wanted to take advantage of. After dumping his tray out in the garbage he stepped outside the cafeteria and began wandering around campus trying to look for someone to have a nice conversation with.

 

[Elegy]

Ardghal stepped out to the cafeteria where he waited in a short line behind someone who smelled strongly of wet dog. Ardghal's forked tongue flitted out, catching the odd and musky scent emanating from the man. Ardghal deduced that he must be some sort of transformation, likely canine based, metahuman. This hypothesis was further confirmed when the man ordered a good amount of raw meat. Ardghal ordered one long, thin slab of raw meat around one and a half feet long and placed it on his plate. He sat down beside the man he waited before in line as the table he sat on was coincidentally the shortest distance from the serving place. Ardghal pierced the meat deeply with his fork and lifted it above his head and swallowed it whole without chewing, his mouth contracting to open much wider than it should. Ardghal did not need this meal and would have been fine without a meal for four more days, but he wanted the extra burst of energy for the intensive training he wanted to conduct. Fionne was off and about exploring on her own to sate her desire for adventure, leaving Ardghal free to train. With a mind completely and resolutely focused on physical perfection, Ardghal began his hours long physical exercising and conditioning, using his less than noticeable presence to avoid any social contact. While others would talk and get along, Ardghal would strive to make himself as strong as possible to survive, not only for his sake but for Fionne's as well. He also had the student body in mind, as he did want to protect them, but not out of care or compassion, but because he felt beholden to a code of protective honor as he was a student just as the other students were.




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[King Of Imagination]

Mica, wearing a freshly pressed and clean white suit, one of his several dozen, wandered the campus, looking for someone to entertain. He usually came by to perform magic for the students, but he hadn't this year. It was boring. They usually set up a whole big outdoor stage and what not, and he had fireworks and lions and all sorts of shit. He understood that things were different this year, but it was still sad. He smiled as he saw a student wandering the campus and strode over, shuffling his cards. "Hi."


@Godman873

 

[GeneralZod]

Hayden


Hayden looked over at the illusionist, who he saw casting illusions during the grid. Looking at him in his white pressed suit he looked to be quite the character. "Hello." Hayden said pleased to see someone around campus. As he began to say something else he smirked. "If you're going to pull off another dinosaur, you won't impress me. Your false images have no smell." He said matter-of-factly, while he did utilize his sense of smell outside of his transformation it was nowhere near as good as it was while it was in said state. Suddenly the white suit and the idea of false images rang a bell in his mind. "Didn't you hold a magic show last year?" He asked confident that he was the one who had the impressive magic show. Even though Hayden saw though some of the tricks, the ability at which someone could do them was impressive.


@King Of Imagination

 

[Prizzy Kriyze]

Alec awoke with a jolt when someone tried to pull him to his feet. A familiar voice resounded through his head, and before he tried to jump away from the touch he calmed down. "Brittany?.." He sent her, before stumbling to his feet. His sleep, even though it had been short, helped slightly. His legs were still shaky, but at least he could stand up and keep his eyes open. "Oh, eh.. 513's my room... Did anything interesting happen while I was out?"


He shivered uncomfortably as small claws tore into his stomach. He quickly threw his left arm down and lifted up Pandora, who was struggling not to fall off him. "Owww.." He let out as he lifted him to his shoulder. Despite him mauling his abdomen, he liked him. After all, he had apparently made his way to him and slept on his stomach. Alec liked these few and far between signs of affection.


"Have you met my kiwi? This is Pandora." He said, stroking his hair-like feathers.


@Kharmin

 

[SkyGinge]

I can't deal with blood, Jon agreed, his hands still scrawling messily along the paper as he tried to sketch out his design. But there's very little weaponry which won't result in some kind of literal bloodbath. Which is why I'll use electricity. That way I can stun, kill if neccessary, an opponent without the visual gore. But then what? It wasn't as if the other battlers, enemies included, would pity him and go easy on the bloodloss. He shook his head and quickly dismissed the idea, his mind moving on to other things.


I want versatility, and if this idea works out, I can have just that. He sketched a crude arm, and began to detail how the weapon would fit around it, what capabilities it would have. He found himself grinning at the sheer variety his invention gave him, and at the pride he found in originality. Maybe this is how Mum felt when she was writing her songs. Or Dad when he worked on his science experiments. He stopped, frowned. he still knew very little about his father, other than that he was a scientist before his car-crash, as his mother had respectfully neglected mentioning specifics about him. As a result, Jon had always looked up to his dad as a vertuous idol, despite only knowing him for a few short years. When he'd been younger, he'd often found himself dwelling on what his Dad would have thought of him, but now he saw little point. His dad was dead. That was the cold, hard truth. And he wouldn't be able to see him.


Turning away from the more depressing matters, Jon put the finishing touches to his work and leant back, admiring it. The diagram was messy as ever, and in the end his weapon was bordering on far-fetched, but he hoped he could iron out the design with the robot man from before. If it was indeed possible though, he would have almost everything covered. If not, he would have to rethink his plans. But for now, he would be able to train with general weapons. Content, he climbed to his feet and, folding up his design and slotting it into his pocket, he took his leave.

 

[Kharmin]

Brittany helped Alec to his feet. {{No, nothing too exciting,}} she replied. {{Ms. Morgan said everyone did well and then gave you all the rest of the day off.}} Since Alec had been sleeping, Brittany lightly touched his receptors again and dulled his pain. {{I recommend getting some sleep in a regular bed rather than the ground,}} she said. {{I think it will do you a world of good.}}


She sensed Alec's surprise as he fumbled and then produced the small bird. Brittany had never seen such an animal before and she marveled at its loyalty to Alec.


Brittany smiled at the introduction. {{No, we haven't been formally introduced,}} she echoed back to Alec. {{It is a curious bird. I've never seen ...er, met a kiwi before. Would you mind? I'm always looking to learn new things.}}


@Prizzy Kriyze

 

[Prizzy Kriyze]

The rest of the day off, huh..? Well, that sounds good to me... He tried moving his right arm, which only lead to a few twitches, and then the millions of spikes all stabbing into him again. He was just about to express his pain vocally, when Brittany stopped the pain again. Thanks.. Pandora looked a little upset with him not giving him a warning or anything.

Spoiler

He looked as she said she hadn't met one before. Not exactly a strange thing. They're unusual, and I probably ain't even allowed to own one, but it's the offspring of my adoptive mother's pair. Only reason she let me keep him was because he tends to be really agressive towards anyone but me. He looked back at the bird when he said that. They had some sort of bond, and he liked that. If he could only be slightly more affectionate.


He looked at her surprisedly when she asked to get aquainted with him though. Uhm, ehm.. I don't know.. What the hell, go for it, it's your death wish. He thought to her, before nudging the bird with his head. Pandora glared at him angrily, but then complied and walked down his arm out to his wrist. He held his arm out in front of Brittany.

Pandora catiously walked down Vinny's arm.(Vinny is what Pandora has decided to call Alec) He didn't like whatever he was putting him up to. Why'd he always have to try to make him do things? He carefully scanned his surroundings as he was brought closer to some... Female? He didn't know. The two-leggers all look the same. Except for Vinny. Vinny's face was recognizeable.


He suspiciously brought his head back away from the female while maintaining eye contact, on edge for anything suspicious. He was used to the attempts of petting that usually followed any interaction with two-leggers in Vinny's company, but he was always paranoid of new people. It wasn't like he liked being petted by anyone but Vinny anyway. Nuh-uh, no way. (At least you'd never get him to admit it) He'd picked up the habit of not pecking Vinny's friends though, even if they are a yucky female.


@Kharmin (sorry for taking such time)

 

[Kharmin]

<p><a href="<fileStore.core_Attachment>/monthly_2014_09/Brittany_originalcrop.jpg.ce4e9b26c657a79fea179bdcaf65ff35.jpg" class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image"><img data-fileid="29521" src="<fileStore.core_Attachment>/monthly_2014_09/Brittany_originalcrop.jpg.ce4e9b26c657a79fea179bdcaf65ff35.jpg" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" alt=""></a></p> {{My pleasure,}} Brittany replied to Alec's thanks. {{If my talent will help you students get through your trials, then I will gladly do what I can.}}


Brittany regarded the kiwi in Alec's outstretched hands. Her kind, green eyes looked approvingly at the pet. {{I don't think that Ms. Winford would mind, Alec,}} she said with assurance in her voice.


She disconnected with Alec and lightly touched the bird's mind.


Brittany expected to find a normal, simple creature. Her experiences with telepathic links to animals in the past taught her that beyond their basic, fundamental needs most of them rarely exhibited anything that one might term intelligence. This kiwi, Pandora, was different and Brittany's eyes flashed with excited surprise.


{{Oh, hello,}} she attempted as she kept a calm, gentle tone. {{Why, you're an amazing thing, aren't you? Alec is certainly lucky to have a friendship with you!}}


@Prizzy Kriyze

 

[Gobbo]

Zach frowned a bit at her reaction to his wound, sighing. He couldn't help but smile though when she looked so excited about his posters.


"Yeah. That one's Kamelot. They sing about fantasy stuff, dungeons and dragons and all that." he said, pointing to the poster. He drew her attention to another.


"That one's Amon Amarth. They come out on stage on a replica of a viking ship. Really fun show, I almost lost a tooth in the Pit at the same show I got that poster at." he said with a chuckle.


Pulling off his shirt he set it on the dresser, checking the bandages in the mirror. He started to take off the old ones, pulling a fresh roll from the drawer.


"I'd take you to one of the shows, if we could find the time to go." he said, smiling a bit. "Then again, your ears might be kind of sensitive..." he added, pulling the last of the bandages off. The wound was an angry one, and he cleaned it up some before checking the stitches. He seemed oddly comfortable with running around


@theunderwolf

 

[theunderwolf]

"So many questions!" Fox said wifi roundly, "Where do dragons live? You think I can turn into one? What's a Viking? They look like man bears, in a cool way. Oh and I'd love to see them! I may be a little jumpy but I'm really good at filtering things so prolonged loud noises aren't a problem. "She turned and grinned at him grabbing the bandage roll. "I'll get that, twisting like you are can't feel good.


@Alex Phalin

 

[Gobbo]

Zach watched her for a moment, chuckling a little. "I don't know if dragons are real... I think I'm going to have to let you borrow some of my fantasy novels." he said with a smirk.


"You sure? I'd love to take you to a show then. I think you'd enjoy it." he said, watching her for a moment. He was a little surprised that she'd offer to help him, but handed her the roll and lifted his arms to get them out of the way.


"Thanks... I appreciate the help."


@theunderwolf

 

[Prizzy Kriyze]

Pandora shook when a noise was heard in his head, and it wasn't any of his brain noises either. Did the female just try to communicate with her? He threw her his worst glare and backed off slightly further. But... You know... This presence that way poking at his mind didn't exactly feel hostile.


His posture relaxed, and he looked at her, almost as if to say "Alright, fine, you're cool.. For now.."

Alec's eyes darted between Pandora and Brittany. He assumed that she'd attempted to use telepathy on Pandora, so he was partially worried that Pandora'd be an asshole, partially worried that Pandora would be hurt, and partially worried that he'd jump at Brittany immediately. However, Pandora's reactions couldn't have been stranger. He went from protective, to even more protective, to somehow submissive. He had no idea what Brittany had said, but it seemed to be working. He held his breath, and brought Pandora slightly closer to Brittany.


@Kharmin

 

[tomio]

Boris knocked on the principals door again, this time using his fist instead of his head, as had previously occurred.


"Miss Winford! Is me, Boris. Need to talk to you."


He hoped that this time, the door would actually open, and that the secretary would stop yelling.


@Shura

 

[theunderwolf]

"Dragons aren't real?" Fox said disappointedly, beginning to wrap the bandages around his chest with the easy grace of someone who had done it hundreds of times before, "They did seem kinda too big. Oh well I probably can't take their form then. I guess reading about them in novels will be enough, can I borrow some? If they're anything like that poster I bet they'll be a treat."


@Alex Phalin

 

[Shura]

Iren Winford


Iren had stepped out of her office to grab a decent lunch instead of what ever small snack she had in her office. She entered the office and noticed the secretary trying to talk to an young man. She overheard the boy speak his name and thought a moment before recognizing it and sighed softly. It seemed many of her more... interesting graduates had decided to return to defend the school. She stopped just behind Boris "Can I help you?"


@tomio

 

[Gobbo]

"Oh yeah. I'm sure you'll enjoy reading 'em." he said, watching her work. He smiled a bit, his cheeks a bit red.


"You've done this before, haven't you?" he asked, smiling warmly at her. He felt a weird tightness in his chest, but quickly ignored it.


"Thanks... I appreciate the help. There's not many people that would help me with something like this."


@theunderwolf

 

[tomio]

"Iren! Is good to see you. You sure you don't have anti-aging power?" Boris replied, somewhat startled. "Now, I have question. Since Academy was recently attacked, how about you let me come back to defend it! I'd only need some materials to fix up robot when damaged, and food. So, what do you think of offer?"


Boris looked at Iren, somewhat pleadingly. "Also, I am pretty much out of money, so money would be nice as well. But will settle for materials and food!"


@Shura

 

[Shura]

Iren Winford


Iren chuckled softly at the compliment the usual smell of alcohol and dilated pupils told her that Boris was drunk, as usual. She wondered how the boys liver could take the abuse from years of drinking. "Its good to see you as well Boris, better to see that you are still healthy." She nodded before shaking her head at the pleading look the graduate was giving her, some people really didn't change. It wasn't always a bad thing though. "We can use all the help we can get protecting the school however funding is fairly tight considering the school is in need of repairs. If your looking for materials and parts however you can speak with John. He usually hoards them in his work shop."

 

[theunderwolf]

"No need for thanks," Fox said happily, "It's no problem." She finished tying the bandages and attaching them with a band of adhesive tape. "And you saw my arm, it's not the only part of my body like that, so you could say I've done this pretty often" She finished with a grimacing smile.


@Alex Phalin

 

[Gobbo]

Zach watched her a few moments with a little smile.


"Well... Still, thanks. I'll probably need your help with this until I'm fully healed." he said, checking the bandages. She had done a very good job, it was obvious that this wasn't her first time working with bandages.


"If you ever need help fixing yourself up, I'd be happy to return the favor." he offered with a small smile, pulling his shirt back on.


"So, uh..." he said, pausing. He'd never really had anyone else in his room before, much less a girl. "Wanna hear what I was talking about earlier? Distorting guitars?"


@theunderwolf

 

[theunderwolf]

"I'll be sure to ask you first then!" Fox said, blatantly ignoring the idea of never getting injured again. At the mention of guitars though, Her face lit up and she clapped excitedly, "Of course I do! She exclaimed. "I.'m super curious about how you do it still, but the idea sound so cool!"


@Alex Phalin

 

[Gobbo]

Zach chuckled a bit, walking over to pick up one of his guitars. He started hooking up the amp and pedals, tuning the guitar quietly.


"Well, it kinda works like this. When I strum the strings, this little thing here picks up the vibration." he said, pointing to the pickup. "It takes that vibration and turns it into an electrical signal that goes through this cable here. If I just plugged the guitar into the amp, it wouldn't be distorted. But if I plug it through this pedal first, then to the amp, I can change the distortion levels on it." He turned on all the equipment and gave the strings a light strum, slowly pushing on the pedal to change the sound into something akin to a chainsaw.


"See?" he asked as he started doing some slow warm-up drills, trying to keep the volume low.


@theunderwolf