Mr. House Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 (edited) IC: (Senavysh Angavur) "Okay then, to the markets," Sena said. "I think we should look to the sellers of antiques first. They could probably be our most reputable source." IC: (Iolatra Angavur) Iola first walked with a stead stride to a doorway along the hall's side. Through their great twin doors was the Library of Clan Angavur. Towering to the top of each wall were shelves upon shelves of books. Arsix could see that there wasn't a single text in tablet form, all were leather, with pages of vellum. They ranged in age from seemingly ancient to freshly bound. Around them, Elders and youths alike read in silence. "My people are too often thought of as uncivilized barbarians. When in fact, we have a civilization as old as yours. In antiquity, our people controlled all of Oki, and vast stretches of Odaiba. Our tribes never were unified, at the very least for long. Instead, they were confederations of clans called Hordes, ruled over by great warlords from both sexes. In the most ancient of those books right above our heads are epics, poems and songs that even today we read and celebrate. It's one part of our country we maintain with quite some fervor." She couldn't help but love the place. "As I believe you know, the Empire whittled our Hordes down, and fought us until our subjugation upon Mount Koshiki. Yet we still hold on to our traditions, while making steps to progressing into the modern world.... Now, to the armory?" OOC: Formatting is odd with my new computer. Edited December 29, 2014 by Mr. House I occasionally return to BZP for a nostalgic trip back. Hit me up on discord if you need anything. BZPRPG Characters that I will possibly revive, Mons-Shajs-Tarotrix-Aryll Vudigg-Jorruk Yokin-Senavysh Angavur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palm Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 IC: Dastana Arsix "Please, lead the way." | BZPRPG Profiles | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunflower Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 IC: Ageru Tamachan (Mahuika Hall) Tama was rising upwards as she saw the slash come at her from below and to the side. The Menti was at this point completely in the match, ready to fight or flee at a split-second's notice. She couldn't go up, she was too far up to get a decent height to her jump, she couldn't go to the sides or back, that left only one direction... Forward! Her legs, still on the move from earlier, kicked off as Tama's hands shot out towards Viitkha's shoulders. The Blademaster would soon feel Tama's full body weight on her as the younger Menti vaulted over her to escape her blade. Tama rolled once across the floor and got back to her feet, turning to face Viitkha with sword and shield back in their proper places.IC: Viitkha If it weren't for the fact that both women were constantly in motion, Tama might have noticed the smile that played across the Soulsword Instructor's face. Viitkha seemed completely unsurprised by the Menti's acrobatics, in fact, she turned at an almost sedate pace as Tama righted herself from the vaulting flip. There was no flourish of her glowing psychophysical blade, something which the younger Soulswords had taken to, as she readied herself. Viitkha simply raised her sword, rotating it so that it's curved blade hooked to her left. She made no other motion, nor any indication that she was going to reinitiate the bout. Viitkha was of course, ready, even as she purposely, and rather obviously for one of her caliber, shifted her weight to her back foot. - BZPRPG - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 IC: ChiyoChiyo decided to be more cautious this time. She assumed a traditional guarding stance with her bokuto (gedan-no-kamae) and waited for Higashi to make her move, ready to parry. IC: Sora"Do anybody we know have access to a printing press? We could do some quiet pamphlet distribution. Satire, propaganda, straight up defamation; it might help exacerbate negative feelings towards the Imperials. Not sure if anybody would hire us to do that-waut, there is this one Saihoko that recently moved out..." IC: Ichi"Normally, anybody but the richest Saihoko can't get a direct audience with the Toroshu on their own, unless there's something more than that?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nato G Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 IC: Vazaria. "My contacts on Oki are pretty limited," Vaza shook her head, "I don't know anything about printing presses." Embers - a new Bionicle Epic - Teaser Class Is Out - A Farewell To Corpus Rahkshi - Chapters/Review BZPRPG Characters - Minnorak, Kain, T'harrak, Savis, Vazaria, Lash BZPRPG Mercenary Group - The Outsiders - Description - History - Base Ghosts Of Bara Magna - Ash Tribe - Precipere - Kehla, Somok, Skrall, Gayle, Avinus, Zha'ar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 IC: Higashi "You wanna move first this time?" http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) [sado, Imperial Library] I snorted. Kulrik was even more obvious than me--get rid of me, leaving him free to “investigate” with miss exotic barbarian. While I was slightly disappointed that I wouldn't be able to needle him for a while, the thought of him causing a major diplomatic incident by being improper to the most powerful Taajar in the Empire was just as satisfying. (Yes, I hate politics, but I like to know who people are. It gives me an advantage over them, since they try very hard to forget I exist.) “Well then, Kulrikky, have fun,” I said, leering at him. I blew a kiss and promptly headed for the palace, totally oblivious to the Important People behind me. Or yeah, maybe I just didn’t care about bowing and scraping and asking their honored opinions. Edited December 30, 2014 by Mel There's a dozen selves inside you, trying to be the one to run the dials [BZPRPG Profiles] Hatchi - Talli - Ranok - Lucira - Ferellis - Morie - Fanai - Akiyo - Yukie - Shuuan - Ilykaed - Pradhai - Ipsudir And some aren't even on your side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. House Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) IC: (Senavysh Angavur) "Though you must allow me a small time for reprieve," she said to the Vilda, before turning to Inokio. "Yes, Lord Inokio?" she said politely. IC: (Iolatra Angavur) Iola quietly led the Toroshu out of the library, and into the other wing. The armory came before the barracks, and went back behind them quite a distance. There was everything stored within its racks. Mainly it was Taajar weaponry, Katar, Kris swords, cavalry scimitars and bows. But further down were large numbers of half-pikes, coated in a small layer of dust. The Taajar villagers were, nonetheless, expected to go to war if needed, or defend the village from attackers. "We do not trade many Taajar weapons, except to our vassal clans who wish to buy them. Most weapons our artisans carve are of Imperial type, Katana, Naginata, Jian. All are made to last as long as possible, and hold a razor edge for years. For example, many weapons stored there saw action in the last Fursic rebellion, a few the one before. If you or your guard wish, take any weapon of Imperial design, as a token of good will. I think even there are some in yellow." OOC: New computer is making colors wonky as heck... Edited December 31, 2014 by Mr. House I occasionally return to BZP for a nostalgic trip back. Hit me up on discord if you need anything. BZPRPG Characters that I will possibly revive, Mons-Shajs-Tarotrix-Aryll Vudigg-Jorruk Yokin-Senavysh Angavur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Void Emissary Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ichi"Normally, anybody but the richest Saihoko can't get a direct audience with the Toroshu on their own, unless there's something more than that?" IC: "The current ... tensions ... between the Umbralines and the Dastana may affect things a little." -Void [ BZPRPG ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ichi"Ah." IC: ChiyoChiyo waited for Higashi to make her move but began closing the distance, coming into thrust range. IC: Sora"Right. We might need to get somebody else for that..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Higashi The soulsword fist materialised, barrelling forwards at Chiyo. Higashi would not follow after, but quickly move to flank her opponent. http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nato G Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Vazario. "Would one of the other land companies know of a printing press we can use?" Vaza prompted hopefully. Embers - a new Bionicle Epic - Teaser Class Is Out - A Farewell To Corpus Rahkshi - Chapters/Review BZPRPG Characters - Minnorak, Kain, T'harrak, Savis, Vazaria, Lash BZPRPG Mercenary Group - The Outsiders - Description - History - Base Ghosts Of Bara Magna - Ash Tribe - Precipere - Kehla, Somok, Skrall, Gayle, Avinus, Zha'ar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Sora"Probably. I know Land Company 7 does book smuggling." IC: ChiyoChiyo attempted to redirect the fist with a party from her bokuto while turning her gaze to track Higashi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Higashi The slight moment in which her opponent was distracted by her Soulsword was the opening for Higashi to move in. Her fist, despite being redirected, shifted quickly back to strike again at Chiyo, all while she entered punching range to launch her classic 1-2 at her opponent's side. http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nato G Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) IC: Vazaria. "See, now we're getting somewhere," Vaza replied encouragingly, "who in Land Company 7 would be willing to cooperate?" Edited December 31, 2014 by Roman Torchwick Embers - a new Bionicle Epic - Teaser Class Is Out - A Farewell To Corpus Rahkshi - Chapters/Review BZPRPG Characters - Minnorak, Kain, T'harrak, Savis, Vazaria, Lash BZPRPG Mercenary Group - The Outsiders - Description - History - Base Ghosts Of Bara Magna - Ash Tribe - Precipere - Kehla, Somok, Skrall, Gayle, Avinus, Zha'ar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) Ooc: Before the group leaves. Ic: Inokio nudged the Tajaar. "A word, if you have the time."IC: (Senavysh Angavur) "Though you must allow me a small time for reprieve," she said to the Vilda, before turning to Inokio. "Yes, Lord Inokio?" she said politely.Ic: The teacher nervously scratched his neck and tipped his head to the side to lead Senavysh aside as everyone else seemingly filed out of the room to follow Vilda Kulrik on his adventure. "I need to be able to speak with you privately." Senavysh gestured around them and the now-empty room, pointing out that then seemed as good as any, but Inokio didn't have it and shook his head. "No. There are always spies in the common areas of the Palace, and in a library even the most discreet whispers can echo like gossip; what needs to be said can't be said here. "I speak in the Empress' voice on this matter. If you have the time—and I'm sure you do—come to the council room adjacent Her Majesty's throne room." Inokio folded his arms and rested his chin on one hand as he mused. "And, personally, I would travel with an escort, Jahagir. I don't mean to offend your own abilities, but when doing business with people like that," he said, tipping his head again, this time at the door, "it doesn't hurt to have several rings of defense. That's how the Palace has remained so unassailable. That's my personal advice as a Battlemaster, though, so take it or leave it. "Now, my invitation?" he posed, expectant. Edited December 31, 2014 by Queen Anora Mac Tir BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ichi"Ah." IC: ChiyoThe pincer attack was a little much to handle; she attempted to duck but the Soulsword fist ended up smashing into her face... ... Breaking her mask. OOC: this is to resolve the confusion surrounding the status of Chiyo's mask IC: Sora"Uh..." And there was where the trail ran dry. Wait. "Uh... I don't know any of them but I do know that they work with Clan Okrihnok from time to time." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosthands Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: "As long as I've been alive." The Menti rested her forearms on her knees, glancing back over towards the Ageru near her. "That might not be too long, but our histories say the same. The Eiyu have chronicles our Empire since its founding, and nowhere within those chronicles is a time much different from now. Our virtues, supposedly given by Zuto Nui herself, is the justification for all of the things we do." "There've been people who found ways to tip the scales, just a little, from time to time. I owe my own standing, meager though it is, to one of them. But nothing sticks." IC (Enali) The young Menti cocked her head on one side. Her curious spirit was difficult to keep down for long. "Who tipped the scales for you?" she asked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Void Emissary Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ichi"Ah." IC: ... "I suppose now would be a good time to say that I'm of Clan Dastana." -Void [ BZPRPG ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ichi and Ni Ichi: "Right." Ni: "Hi clan-sister!" Ni waved. Ichi: Ichi facepalmed. "You don't wave to someone five minutes after you've started talking to them." Turning back to Zyla, she said "We're Dastana too." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Void Emissary Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: "Oh, wonderful!" Zyla exclaimed, clapping her hands together. Suddenly, however, a pensive look crossed over her face. "You know, I don't think I ever properly caught your names." -Void [ BZPRPG ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ichi"I'm Ichi. My sister here is Ni." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Void Emissary Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: "Pleasure to meet you both, Ichi and Ni," the Dashi said with a smile. -Void [ BZPRPG ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Ni"Pleasure to meet you too," Ni replied, uncharacteristically calmly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nato G Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 IC: Vazaria. "Clan who?" the name wasn't familiar to her. Embers - a new Bionicle Epic - Teaser Class Is Out - A Farewell To Corpus Rahkshi - Chapters/Review BZPRPG Characters - Minnorak, Kain, T'harrak, Savis, Vazaria, Lash BZPRPG Mercenary Group - The Outsiders - Description - History - Base Ghosts Of Bara Magna - Ash Tribe - Precipere - Kehla, Somok, Skrall, Gayle, Avinus, Zha'ar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. House Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 OOC: Brainfart here, but invitation? IC: (Senavysh Angavur) "I will take up your offer, Lord Inokio," Sena said. "If the Empress is in need of consul, I will do my best to provide." I occasionally return to BZP for a nostalgic trip back. Hit me up on discord if you need anything. BZPRPG Characters that I will possibly revive, Mons-Shajs-Tarotrix-Aryll Vudigg-Jorruk Yokin-Senavysh Angavur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) Ooc: That was an awkwardly placed line on my part, but he's essentially "inviting" her to a secret meeting. It's not really an invitation, though, as he hinted there's really no option. Ic: "I imagine it's less a counseling and more, ah... she would like to parley in private. That means this has to do with matters more important than adding to the Rora's herd of horses. If you could be there at an hour after noon, it would be appreciated." * * * * * The room was rectangular, fitting with a long table with a dizen chairs on either side, but it had been a long time since all the seats were filled. Roras in centuries past had ruled from the head of that chamber, hosting meetings in which dignitaries from all the noble clans came to attend. She would dispense her gifts, diffuse situations and maintain her status quo as she deemed fit, but it had been a few roras since the sovereign held that much sway on her vassals. The room was still used, primarily by nobles who waited for their name to be called into the adjacent throne room but also desired a chamber far more suited for intimate conversation, or the occasional servant who ate a meal there but scurried away at the first hint of footfalls, hastily cleaning her mess up. Inokio wafted to the head of the table and stood by the empress' chair, which stood taller than all the rest, and stroked the table's surface with a finger, wiping a small rivulet residue of grease left by the previous lowborn user into a long streak. He frowned at it, then finally wiped it off with his cloth belt. Senavysh would be there any moment. He took a seat in a chair beside the rora's and waited. Edited December 31, 2014 by Queen Anora Mac Tir BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. House Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) IC: (Senavysh Angavur) Senavysh had a letter made to Kulrik, to tell him she'd meet at a punctual, but later hour. Meetings such as these came quite rarely, and it would be dishonorable not to attend. So being flanked by two Zrupgars, she came into the palace, and into the meeting room. Inokio was there, alone. Silently, she dismissed her guards, and took a seat. "Hello, Lord Inokio," she said curiously. "Might I ask, what would you wish to discuss?" Edited January 1, 2015 by Mr. House I occasionally return to BZP for a nostalgic trip back. Hit me up on discord if you need anything. BZPRPG Characters that I will possibly revive, Mons-Shajs-Tarotrix-Aryll Vudigg-Jorruk Yokin-Senavysh Angavur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Higashi "Uhm, sorry?" http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Chiyo"Uh... It's fine..." Like Toa, Dasaka, when their masks are lost, would lose access to about half their elemental energy and get extremely dizzy. It would be best if Chiyo found a new mask in the near future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Higashi "Want me to help ya find a new one?" http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Chiyo"Nngh... Okay." Chiyo started to walk off, staggering slightly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Higashi "Jeeze, lemme help you. You look like a Hoko drunk." http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Chiyo"The world is spinning." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Higashi Higashi sighed, moving to lug her new companion onto her shoulders. There'd probably be new masks in some storehouse somewhere. http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Chiyo"Shoulda trained for this..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Higashi "From what I've seen, you need way more training, stat," commented Higashi as she dragged her companion towards a nearby storehouse (thank you, Yards, for keeping spare masks on hand). "Like, you're honestly pretty ." http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constructelf Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Chiyo"Okay okay things are straightening out, ground is level..." She chose not to respond to that comments Higashi made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Ic: Inokio made a pained expression. "Her Majesty was, unfortunately, unable to attend," he said and pointed to the empty throne beside him. "Being Rora requires a lot of time, as you can imagine, so Yumiwa can't make every appointment. "The purpose of this meeting is to, ah, discuss the future of your culture and the Throne. As I mentioned earlier, I speak with her voice as her advisor, and act in her stead now. Is this agreeable to you?" BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 IC: Higashi "Here we are." The masks were probably dusty and old and smelled, but whatever. http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts