Log 3

[wherethereislight]

Who: Shadow the Hedgehog and anyone else!
Status: Open
Where: Wherever the prompts take us.
What: Catch-all for the month.
Warnings: Violence and being an intolerable asshole.


I. Corsairs of Victory: Nikke!

A) [A crowd has started to form around the shooting range, around one particular individual who has been hitting all their shots. If there was one individual who exudes a gun ambassador, it was Shadow the hedgehog. Or should we say, the Ultimate Gun Ambassador? But he wasn't here in search for glory. He doesn't need to prove himself to anyone. He was seeking other talents that this world had to offer. Who else should he be aware of that knows their way around a gun? So far, he's been disappointed. It seems the most he'll get out of this is keeping his skills sharpen and learning how to use different kinds of pistols that exists in this world. As he empties another round from the provided pistol, he slides it over to one of the handlers, a hand extended for them to bring him something else. He's grown bored of that one. Give him their most tricky pistols to master. At least that might make things a little more interesting, until someone can prove they can hold a gun.]

B) Ask someone else. [Obviously with an impressive performance like that, he's going to end up with a crowd of people lining up to learn from him. His response is always the same. To shove it. If they need to ask him for help, they're already a lost cause. He huffs, growing tired of this needy crowd and starts to look for the exit. Even as the host runs up to stop him, telling him it's the ambassader's duty to train others.] I didn't agree to anything. [He's no one's ambassador, and this place has nothing else for him to offer.]

II. No Sin Unpunished - [Closed to Arlecchino]
[It seems there are still a few stray experiments left roaming about from the mad alchemist. Even a bounty has been placed on one of them. Interesting. Does all it can do is speak? Or is there something more to it that makes it worth being marked? Eitherway, it needs to be taken care of.

As night arrives, Shadow follows the trail of information he had been gathering or overheard. Though it feels like he's being led in circles. Was he getting closer or was it actually across town? A click of his tongue. It doesn't matter, he has all the time to locate it, if not tonight, than tomorrow night.] Which way? [He'll thrust a photo of the creature at the next person he comes across. If they don't know what he's talking about, he just keeps moving on without another word.]

III. Wildcard
[OOC: Make your own starter or reach me noletters, game discord or PM if you want to plot something out!]

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Nikke - |

[sos_pilot]

[ The whistling sound of someone impressed - that's Della Duck, making her way past the crowd to her friend!

Yes we're friends, she decided this, you don't get a say in this. ]

Well now, Shoot-down the Hedgehog! Those were some really amazing blows! Keep it up, and I'll start to think you're showing off!

[wherethereislight]

[Gross, not the f word.

A glance in Della's direction. He cares not for the compliments, he's never underperforming. After reloading the pistol in his hand, he offers it to her.] What about yourself?

[sos_pilot]

Who, me? Oh, my family's specialty is brawling, really... fists, kicks, bites, all out rage fests...

[ remember how she took down the cobra-folks?

But then she suddenly whips the gun around, firing off a shot and hitting a bullseye. It's not as good as Shadow's (who could be?) but she knows what she's doing. ]

... But I'd like to think I have a few extra skills.

[wherethereislight]

[Course he remembers. He wouldn't have given her a chance to prove her worth otherwise. If he is impressed by her bullseye, he isn't showing it. Do it again.]

What would require your family to fight? [What do they do?]

[sos_pilot]

We're a family of adventurers and explorers. We go all over the world hunting for lost treasures...

[ Under the arm shot! ]

Hidden civilizations...

[ Over the shoulder shot! ]

Solving mysteries and rewriting history!

[ ducktales! bang bang! ]

corsairs of victory b 🔫

[phoenixdominant]

[On the other hand, Joshua is very unsure how to shoot a gun properly at all. He uses a long sword and relies on his healing and fire magic more often than not. Why use a gun if he has the power of an otherworldly eikon of fire?

... Well. It's never too late to learn something new.]

It seems you're not entirely pleased to be here. Despite the impressive display.

[Joshua looks a little amused. Although, he's holding the gun all wrong. Can you hold a gun wrong?? Probably? He has no idea.]

[wherethereislight]

[Seeing who's talking, he looks even more unimpressed. An individual he did not expect to hold a gun at least. Poorly. Tch. He walks over, grabbing a hold of their pistol, keep them from making a wrong move.]

You're going to lose a toe holding it like that. [The pistol appears to be hot, safety off. Who let this fool carry it like this? There's a click, so now the boy can keep holding it wrong without shooting their toe off.]

[phoenixdominant]

... My thanks.

[Well, he can't really complain if he's getting the help. He doesn't exactly want to shoot his foot clear off.]

I haven't exactly had the time to learn how to shoot a pistol. I figured now was as good a time as any.

[When he was young, he wasn't allowed near any sort of weapons.]

[wherethereislight]

[His hands are on his hips, considering Joshua for a moment.] Why do you want to learn?

[He had his fire, his healing magic. There are those who can function without touching a pistol or gun ever. So what is their reason?]

[phoenixdominant]

[He's a healer but- cocks gun.]

I've been told it is worth being well-rounded.

[He sighs slightly.]

The truth is, my magic comes with its own limitations.

No Sin Unpunished

[balemoonrise]

[The picture was taken easily, glancing it over while it was held so carefully-]

Further to go, near a smaller town surrounded by more trees. [It was passed back just as easily as it was taken and- it certainly sounded like Shadow had run into someone that had been looking for the 'creature' as well. Spoke with certainty that the information was correct as well.]

It was here the two nights ago, but was chased off. There is where it was seen more recently.

[wherethereislight]

[As the paper is returned, he looks to where he would need to head next.]

You've seen it. Anything worth noting that isn't written on the bounty?

[balemoonrise]

Briefly.

It essentially has the mind of a young girl, fearful and looking for her father. [Enough of a note that had given Arlecchino pause in putting it out of its misery just yet. It was why she was here, looking for something more-]

To the point I'm more interested in finding the parent, even if it may mean prolonging the creature's existence long enough to know if there should be a miserable soul put out of his misery alongside her. [There was a lifting of a paper bag; something fresh from a bakery.] Along with a bribe that it may take for a... closer look.

[wherethereislight]

[The paper in his hand ruffles slightly. Something at the mention of it being a young girl in there hits a nerve. It is an abomination now. Meant to trick their pursuers. Or to be easily tricked itself, as he sees the bag the other is holding. He likes what the other is thinking.]

You will show me where you last saw it. [He will cooperate while they share a goal.]

[balemoonrise]

[Most children would take a bribe- more so one with a desperate and altered mind; she had no doubts the memories were scrambled with whatever else was put into the creature. Even leaning a little more towards the animalistic side being desperate for food.

A nod, accepting easily enough.] Agreeable.

Either the father is the creator, or a pathetic excuse who sold a daughter, from what I have been able to gather.

[Talk and walk- best to not draw attention to any out of earshot.]

:) HEY SHADOW GET YA PICTURE TAKEN

[mwehehe]

[A camera?? Here?? AND she gets paid for taking pictures with it?! Well hell yeah she's going to do this, maybe later she'll take it apart and figure out how it's working, but for now, Futaba is taking pictures of everything she can see until]

Woah, just like the game! [What game???

Eh, some Saga game about a porcupine and his coyote sidekick, nothing Shadow would know of course, but she gets a nice picture of him doing whatever a Shadow does! Hm, kinda blurry, but... maybe she can get a better one?!

Not that Futaba is stealthy or anything like that, but she's definitely trying to figure out a better non-blurry version as she watches him with the camera held up.]

[wherethereislight]

[The hedgehog is speeding around to move supplies today. For what reason? A mystery at this time. But maybe it has something to do with a farm that's in need of repairs and clearing of debris. Eitherway, he was minding his own business until he starts hearing a clicking sound. Then an excitable voice.

...

He finishes with his current task and will suddenly disappear from view. There's no golden blur trail to follow, he was just gone. Futaba will then feel a slight tug from her camera, the viewfinder showing only darkness. A hand has covered the lens as it grips the camera. There's now this black hedgehog staring Futaba, hovering slightly above ground. They're an unfamiliar face. Just what do you think you're doing?]

[mwehehe]

[She's gotten at least two more, but then...]

Huh? Where'd he go?

[Damn, she can't even move that quickly! But the camera moving and then suddenly edgelorddarkness... what. Did the camera stop working? Futaba frowns, but as she pulls it away...]

Woah!!

[Luckily she doesn't let go of the camera; she'd not want to fix it, but— just gonna. Stare. At poor Shadow.]

Uh...

[wherethereislight]

[Be glad he didn't decide to just break the camera right then. He lowers himself back onto the ground. A stupid child?] Remove those photos you took.

[mwehehe]

[Oh shit, hedgehog jumpscare. Futaba jumps back and is quiet for a moment, mouth hanging open, but finally:]

S-sorry! Can't d-do that! I-it's a job for s-someone else, and you just... l-looked really cool!

[...is that enough of a save or]

Wildcard

[velocityraptor]

[ It is not difficult for Hawks to hunt anyone down. Please, he can fly all over the place at fast speeds, and he's been keeping an eye out for a specific hedgehog. He has no intention of coming in hot, because that wouldn't help anything.

He's sure Shadow might've seen the call out. That's why he doesn't swoop in close, but rather makes a graceful landing a little bit away so he can walk up to him instead. If he feels like someone has it out for him, he might be skittish, and he's not trying to scare him. Ask a few questions? Definitely.

He's not the kind of hero with collateral damage for a reason. He's relatively good at de-escalation. So he approaches and offers a cheerful wave and a smile. ]

Hey there, how's it going?

[wherethereislight]

[He heard them before they even land. Head tilted up slightly as he sees a human with wings...He stops, taking a moment to look over the individual as they land ahead of him. Deciding whether to ignore or engage. It seems they're here for him with how they give him a wave and start talking to him. Wonderful. They're unfamiliar to him, but the voice...he's heard it recently. He crosses his arms.]

Just state your business. [He can take a guess what this is about.]

[velocityraptor]

[ That's alright, he's not trying to be covert. He can probably feel the gaze on his wings, but he's more than used to it. ]

I just have a few questions, if you don't mind humouring me.

[wherethereislight]

About that tenrec claiming I attacked them and am out to kill everyone? [He isn't about to say he's never killed. His hands have long since been stained red, never claiming to be a good person. Still, their blatant accusations means he has to deal with what's happening right now. How tedious.]

Don't waste my time. [Which means keep things relevant so they can be done with this and move on.]

[velocityraptor]

[ Yeah, he's not asking that question, it could be considered rude. ] Yeah, figured you saw that. [ Hawks isn't playing quite as naive as he might if someone had the patience for small talk. Shadow clearly doesn't. ]

Can I ask what happened? I don't think she had a very clear picture, actually.