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OOC: I know, but I have to get him some interaction... I'm getting bored! IC: Vacir nodded his acknowledgement, and turned his expectant gaze back towards the others.

Who You Gonna Call?

IC: Vacir"Couldn't begin to tell you," Vacir said, glancing at the others.

IC: Vacir"Pleased to make your acquaintance. Tell me, what brings a Ko-Matoran away from the icy regions?"EDIT: 200th post! YAY! Wait... I've been here for over 2 years... never mind, that's pathetic

I'm sure I can make him stand out with the same mask, but thanks for letting me know

On a completely unrelated note, I've noticed that there are a bunch of chars with Matatu's, and Vacir is one of them. In order to stand out, I have considered having a mask change some time from now. What are some ways to accomplish a mask change in-story?

OOC: Pear's in the bar where Ravage, Vacir, etc. are, right? If not, correct me soon IC: Vacir overheard the increasingly loud conversation from across the bar. Rising slowly, he meandered toward where the Ko-Matoran was conversing with Ravage and Savina. He waited for a momentary lapse in the discussion, and took the opportunity to greet the Ko-Matoran."We haven't been introduced. My name is Vacir, and I am more or less an acquaintance of these Toa." Vacir, still focused on his main objective, added "You did not, by any chance, notice a pair of Toa walking through Ga-Koro before you arrived here recently, did you? One of Plasma like myself, the other of Lightning, headed towards the residence of Turaga Nokama."

OOC: I sure hope Tillian doesn't die... I just got here and I already love that guy!IC: Reentering the bar, Vacir sat at an empty booth near the back once again, all the while berating himself in his head.For Mata Nui's sake, Vacir, you're pitiful! You're not acting like yourself, you're severely lacking in information, you can't find the Turaga; you can't even remember your mask power!At the last part, Vacir snapped back to attention, struck suddenly by the oddity of the fact that despite all he had remembered, part of his own power remained unknown to him. He knew that his mask did not match the typical pattern of it's type, for it had been specially crafted in the shape of another to honor a hero of the past. Beyond that, he remained stymied. He made a mental note to himself to investigate that later. For now, he realized, it was time to halt the pity party he was throwing for himself, and to begin acting like the Vacir he remembered himself to be: rational, collected, and not prone to emotional outbursts.

OOC: Even I feel depressed for him IC: Vacir suddenly felt a twinge of guilt, again questioning what was wrong with him. He briefly considered what to say, then concluded that nothing he said would help. The Vortixx had obviously been through a lot, and Vacir had only made it worse. Besides, the banging had now stopped, and Vacir could return to the bar to peace and quiet.Almost without thinking, he muttered a quick apology to the Vortixx as he turned to head inside, deep in thought.'OOC EDIT: Ninja'd... pretend these last two posts were reversed

OOC: I thought I had specified Vacir had gone back outside (he had already been out there once, he just hadn't said anything). I've got one post assuming he's inside, and another assuming he's outside. He is right next to Salvinn, to clarify.Also, Since we already have 2 or 3 purple texts, I'll try changing Vacir's color. Plasma = Yellow, right? It may be too bright; if so, let me know IC: Vacir glared back, inwardly suprised at himself. He rarely showed emotion (at least, to his memory), and frustrated outbursts like this were not like him at all. It's understandable, he reasoned. Here I am, having just washed up onto this island, with almost no knowledge of what is going on here. This is a completely normal reaction to such a dramatic lack of knowledge. He concluded that he was fooling himself; something was wrong with him.Caught up in frustration at himself and the Vortixx, Vacir attempted to control himself. "I would be very appreciative if you would take out your frustration at a location at which you will cease to bother those of us currently annoyed by your incessant pounding."

This is completely out of nowhere, I know, but I keep seeing banners with "Hero? Villain? You Decide!" on them. It seems like they're making fun of MMO ads, but what's up with them?

I have a second char, but I just started my first one a couple days ago, and I want to get him settled first... I can't see myself having more than 2 or 3, though...

OOC: Paging Ravage...IC: Sighing to himself, Vacir agreed to wait for the others. Taking a seat alone near the back of the bar, Vacir sat, alone with his thoughts.THUD, THUD, THUDVacir couldn't take it anymore. Muttering under his breath, he hurried back outside, around the corner, and addressed the Vortixx, still beating his head against the wall."For the love of Mata Nui, cut it out! You're being very disruptive to those of us inside. I would be very appreciative if you could take your frustration out somewhere else."The Vortixx continued, giving no sign of hearing him. Vacir stepped up to him, and still received no response. Finally, he gave the Vortixx a shove, hoping to at least silence the pounding.OOC: Just getting some interaction... Not trying to start anything

I have a feeling that the RPG is going to help my post count substantially... not that I care about my post count or anything...

Like who?>_>*whistles nonchalantly*

OOC: Oops, my bad... my brain is working at full speed to rectify the situation...One rectification idea later:IC: No sooner had Vacir finished asking for directions than did he notice one of the beings at the booth was, in fact, Tehlin, one of the Toa that was in the group headed to see Nokama. Mentally berating himself for not paying more attention, he quickly spoke."You realize that Zauk and Naru have left us here, correct?" Vacir said sharply. "I would appreciate it if you could have, at the very least, alerted me to their departure. Regardless, we should be after them as soon as we can. I would go myself, but as you know, I do not know the way."Glancing at the others at the table, Vacir gave them a friendly nod of acknowledgement, but said nothing else.OOC: That's all I got for now... hope it will do

IC: Vacir reentered the bar, only to find that his companions had vanished, and with them, his opportunity to see Turaga Nokama. He quickly scanned the bar for any sign of them, but none was to be found. Stepping to the nearest table, he recognized the occupants as the ones who had been discussing some sort of experiment earlier."Excuse me, but would you be able to direct me towards Turaga Nokama's location? I am searching for some acquaintances of mine."OOC: EW, that's your table :)Also, it just hit me that that last line sounded a bit like I'm an assasin after them or something... feel free to make something of that if you wish

IC: Either the Vortixx didn't see him, or he simply chose to ignore him. Either way, Vacir figured, he was not going to make any headway in getting his questions answered out here. He began to head back into the bar, anxious to see what was holding up the other five Toa.OOC: I assumed you meant non-interaction. Just in case, feel free to grab his attention before he gets back inside

OOC: Vacir and co. are in the bar, too... six Toa and a bear walk into a bar... sounds like a good joke.IC: Vacir wandered the bar somewhat aimlessly, listening in on the conversations nonchalantly. So far, he had overheard two Ga-Matoran gossiping about a particular Ta-Matoran, an inebriated Skakdi singing to himself, something about an experiment, and a group of Vortixx discussing marks of some sort. Vacir made a mental note to ask about the latter as he meandered back to the others. Suddenly, he heard a thudding noise on the wall.What could that be? Vacir thought as a puzzled expression crossed his face. Excusing himself, he made his way outside to see what was making the sound. He was suprised, to say the least, when he found a Vortixx beating his head against the wall. Electing not to interrupt him, Vacir stood by patiently, pondering the vast information he had learned for the first time, as well as that which he had remembered from his past...OOC: You can ignore him or interact. Up to you; I've got a plan either way

IC: Vacir turned impatiently to the others."This has been a lovely detour, but I do believe it would be prudent to find Turaga Nokama with due haste." he said sharply. Vacir possessed many attributes; tolerance for unnecessary foolishness was unfortunately not among them.OOC: Feel free to keep annoying him... he's a little impatient when he's just woken up... on a beach... on a strange island controlled by evil...

OOC; *facepalm*IC: Vacir followed Tehlin outside. He chuckled to himself at the plight of the poor Toa of Plantlife, and returned quietly to the others, not wishing to become tangled in another's predicament.

IC: Vacir was pleased. "Very well, then. Sorry to have delayed you, but knowledge is key. I assure you, I feel much more capable thanks in large part to your cooperation. Shall we be off?"OOC: Last post for the night, guys... gotta get up early tomorrow

IC: Vacir could tell that there was more to it than Zauk was letting on, but he was not terribly concerned with it at the moment."I was hoping to consult one in authority, and Turaga Nokama seems as good a candidate as any. I will accompany you. That is," Vacir paused rhetorically, "provided you have no objections."

IC: Vacir grimaced. "I had assumed it would require hordes to overcome the number of Toa we seem to have. Knowing that a mere two dozen have inflicted such damage is most disconcerting. Furthermore, the fact that so many could defect to serving the very being that attempts to destroy their peoples is sickening. Such is the lure of power, I suppose."Nevertheless, I am certainly not of any use conversing here idly. What brings these five Toa to Ga-Koro?"