(06-29-2018, 07:17 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:

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Little Bro is non-plussed about you not having all the component/know how to evolve him, and seem perfectly content to wait however long to become the unknown Ghost Eeveelution while he melted at your touch.

Big Sis, on the other paw, seemed to pout angrily at you (unintentionally) baiting/teasing her with the Knowledge of her Draconic Evolution, but as you went on to explain that look transitioned into one of surprise at their being Variants of the evo, then pensiveness as she considered the differences and strengths of Noble and Savage Wyvreons.

After a little while spent thinking on it, Ridia fixed you a stare and let out an impressive Growl, miming a Strike at you. The message behind the pantomiming was clear: 'I want to be a Savage Wyvreon, rawr!!!' While being Noble would give her impressive fortitude and good options to defend her fluffy little brother, she's always felt that the best defense was a good offense, and that a little (or a lot) of violence can do more to make sure he stays safe rather than turtling or taking it on the chin! Her decision was also a matter of personality preference as well, as she rather go with Evolutionary Variant that stuck truer to her current aggressive spitfire self, rather that it be doused and be turned into an aloof stick in the mud like Yang, bleh!

(06-29-2018, 10:16 PM)Dragonstrike Wrote:

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"Heh.  Ya know, you do remind me of Inari oh so much, Ridia.  Unfortunately for him, though, he's now a Noble Wyvreon.  Partially because my mother was still experimenting and hadn't discovered what the results were going to be, but I do still wonder how he's taking the whole thing..."

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"...in that case, I have a question for you too, Poe.  One of the best ways to keep an aggressive dragon in check is to have a strong, friendly bond to ground them.  You'll fill that roll even if Ridia starts to lose herself to pride and anger and starts Outraging, right?"  After last night, Reiner has concerns about evolving Ridia into a Savage Wyvereon.  If Poe's own sister starts scaring him silly...

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Reiner throws in some clarification as well.  "...it's not that I doubt you can, Poe.  I think you'd do a spectacular job.  I just wouldn't want this to create a rift between you and your sister, that's all.  An angry Dragon is something that should by all rights be treated with great caution and respect, friend or foe.  Particularly when they're incredibly powerful and experienced ones."

(06-29-2018, 10:40 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:

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Ridia seemed to preen at the praise of being compared to a fellow Eeveelution , then subsequently cringed in sympathy at the news of him getting Noblized . Omph… she does [i]not [/i]envy a fellow fierce and wild Eevee getting transformed into a wet blanket of a Dragon type, especially since it happened due to more or less incidentally. Hopefully they still have some sparks of defiance left in them...

Poe, in a manner completely atypical to his timid self, promptly shifted in your lap to stare you straight in the eyes as he smile and let out a outrageously cute and affirmative "E-Eevee!" The Little Bro ALWAYS ready to support his Big Tough Sis through thick and thin, no matter his own health or if she changes into a viscous Dragon type! Besides, this is his loving, overprotective, and nurturing sister and practically surrogate mother/mother figure we're talking about here. He could NEVER be afraid of her!!!

For her part, Sister Fiercest looked offended at the notion that ANYTHING could EVER damage or warp the bond between her and their brother, pausing in devouring her delicious meal to fix you with a deadpan glare that pretty much said: 'We've been close together since long before you entered our lives, and evolving into a Wyvreon is NOT going to change that, so can it buster.'

(06-29-2018, 11:08 PM)Dragonstrike Wrote:

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"...my Kingdra nearly tore apart my own family, Ridia.  Things are mostly fine between us now, but it's something to still be aware of.  I just wanted to make sure you both were fine with this.  Being a Savage Wyvreon is going to make you much, much stronger and vicious, much more like my Kingdra.  Given enough time, you could maybe even learn Draco Meteor as well since you'd be an actual Dragon type."

"Oh, and while I do respect your opinion on what makes a Dragon, Ridia, I wouldn't recommend expressing as much around those other types of Dragons.  I don't think Yang in particular would take too kindly to that opinion."

"Well then, I suppose that settles that.  All that's left of that matter is actually gathering what we need to evolve you, Ridia.  I'll tell you what they are later."

Out of curiosity, has Emily woken up yet/will she wake up before encounter 1?

(06-29-2018, 11:28 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:

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Those warnings seemed to mollify Ridia's irritation at your earlier comments, causing her to cringe a bit before slowly nodding her head and returning to eating her breakfast. Every now and again, though, you notice her shooting her brother discretely glance with seriousness and worry in her eyes. She was still fairly confident that nothing would change between her sibling and them after Evolving, but now that you planted that seed of doubt she seemed more...thoughtful about the prospect. Good?

From what you know of the regal dragon lord, Yang wouldn't give a damn about Ridia's opinion due to his high self assurance of his Status and how aloof he is, but your advice was still sound and taken into consideration by her.

Poe, meanwhile, didn't even flitch at the omen you told, his faith in his sister unwavering as he continued to beam up at you as he let out a downright adorably confident/resolute "Eevee!" to further emphasize this! Hurg, your heart can't take much more of this high potency cuteness!

*Rolls*

After finishing everyone finished breakfast and was waiting around a bit, it becomes clear that Emily is sleeping in this morning when you haven't received your mourning backbreaking hug from her yet. You could go wake her up, but after the...tough last night she had, maybe that was not a good idea...

Arial is lounging in his chair and currently petting his brother Gasper, but both of them were ready to follow your orders, whatever they may be.

(Encounters will be coming in the next post!)

(06-30-2018, 12:45 AM)Dragonstrike Wrote:

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Alright, now that breakfast is over...better make sure there aren't loose ends here.

"Mr. Mime, if anyone calls asking for me, I would like to know at the soonest opportunity.  And when Emily wakes up...be gentle with her about what happened last night with Mina.  I'm sure she'll be wondering about that.  Kyubi is to stay here for the time being as well.  I'll be back later to check on things."

(06-30-2018, 01:35 AM)Dragonstrike Wrote:

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[Actually, The Merchant isn't avaiable atm as I recall because she's dealing with...that..  And I doubt she wants to be disturbed.  Friendly reminder!]  

Okay, 25k and a unique item?  And Reiner only?  Something weird is going on here...let's check it out!

As for Arial...how about he goes and checks out what's going on with that electrician?  Not to steal anything, though.  No need to risk riling anyone up at this point...curious to see what that ??? is...being helpful also helps throw off suspicion!

Oh, and once Arial heads off to do his thing, Reiner also tells Ridia to keep an eye out for a King's Rock and a Destiny Knot.  Ya know, just in case.  The two eevee get to enjoy the fresh air with Reiner today!  (And Reiner will also use the face camo to disguise himself.  Also just in case.)

(06-30-2018, 02:45 AM)Dragonstrike Wrote:

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Fifty-fifty, huh? Hmmm...the Flower Festival certainly brings in all sorts of people, doesn't it?  I have a feeling this is going to involve a lot of things that aren't quite what they seem to be...

Reiner raises a (disguised) eyebrow.  "...you're certainly quite the character, aren't ya?  Or would it be more appropriate to say 'characters' in this case?  And let me guess...there's gonna be strings attached to that offer, right?"