001: ☆ Duel One [Video/Action for Traverse Town]

[mister_foppish]

[The feed blips on and he's...seated. Quietly. In a hotel room by the looks of it. All by himself. A rather strangely ordinary scene, given the bustle of the town outside the window around him and he seems so out of place among all these strangers with his finely cut millionaire's suit and his silvery, perfectly aligned hair…He's a bit dazed, from the look on his face. His hair falls just so to cover the left side of it as he regards the screen calmly. Almost too calmly for someone who's just been brought here.]

I've been told this is what they call "Traverse Town".

Am I dreaming?…At least, this might be a dream, as I don't remember…[Am I dead?] "Traverse Town" is it…? Where is such a place as that? I cannot even recall how it is I came to be here. Are you certain someone's not pulling a cruel prank on me? I assure you I won't take kindly to being toyed with. Surely I cannot have done this myself by mistake. As much as I appreciate a good joke, this isn't a laughing matter.

[Slight exhaustion reflects in his words, though he keeps his gaze slightly off from the small communicator. There's a serious urgency to what he says as well. In fact, he was nothing but dreadfully confused. He knew nothing of inter-dimensional travel so how was he to know where he was? Not that he'd completely poo poo the idea,—indeed, he's far from unfamiliar with the supernatural—but…How could he be anything but dead? Perhaps the strain on his mind after his defeat by Yugi had been far too great…And yet, despite the approach from the strange creature with the red bobble on its head and its insistence on giving him a tour, he wasn't sure anymore. Maybe this was a dream. That at least would be simpler than the reality of the matter. Cyndia…His thoughts instantly turned to her, and to Duelist Kingdom. What had become of it all? Was this his Judgment? His Punishment for what had transpired? Or was it something else entirely?]

Maybe someone will care to direct me…? I'm afraid this is all very confusing. I am willing to negotiate, should that be necessary.

[OOC: Open to either action/video. The action tag below takes place 20 minutes earlier.

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20 minutes earlier...[Action]

[mister_foppish]

[In the darkness, there's absolutely nothing. An absolute nothing: No light, no sound, no wind…And just when he's absolutely certain that he's about to suffocate, and the darkness closes in, with a sickening thud he hits back first on hard stone, the very wind knocked from his lungs.

Disoriented, Pegasus takes his time to readjust, moaning quietly beneath his breath. It's like a gasp of a newborn breathing for the very first time, the air thick with a tangible shadowy substance that only parts at the last second—mercilessly spitting him out upon the ground. Crumpled and weary he dizzily managed to at least prop himself up on an elbow, a weakness in his limbs making his body like jelly. Looking up he catches sight of a peculiar-looking creature…Imagine his surprise, when it begins to speak.]

Welcome to Traverse Town, Kupo…Kupo…? Are you okay, Kupo?

O-oh dear…my head…

[A little alarmed, the moogle starts to panic..But then calls for help. The screen focuses on the million-dollar suit-wearing man with his starlit silver hair, noting the thin stream of blood streaking down his face.]

K-kupo!! First aid stat, Kupo!

[It's like a far-off sound, but soon…He's being surrounded, by what seem like strange Toon-like creatures that are working a frenzy but…then as soon as he peers over at one he soon gets a little mesmerized by that bright red pom-pom even as they quickly work together to wind a bandage around the left side of his head. He tries to reach out to touch said pom-pom, but it would appear as though the moogle didn't like that very much. Instead, a small pink cell phone-looking device is thrust into his hand to prevent such a thing. He stares down at it, dumbly.]

Oooh. Well, actually you're rather a cuddly looking….[flying cat-bat-rabbit thing, of some sort. Like a cartoon!] Ah…thank you? But I'm not quite sure who you are or…why I'm here.

My name is unimportant Kupo! Let's get you to somewhere safe, Kupo!

[ooc: If you feel like running into him and his "escort" in Traverse Town, feel free!]

[Action]

[offrillsandswords]

[Lizzie had been busy trying to get things sorted as she wandered around, basket in hand filled with various things. But she knew the booklet was of yet, unfinished. Upon spotting the moogles and what appeared to be a new arrival, she made her way over.]

Let me help.

action

[eyeofazure]

[As police chief Noel need to be there to assist everyone...

Even someone who stole her boyfriend's soul, but she doesn't know that yet.]

A-ah! S-sir? [...Ma'am? All that hair...]

You're bleeding, are you alright?

video;

[brbgettingwrench]

If this is a joke, it's a really terrible one.

[And Winry would not be happy at all to anyone who would think this was funny.]

At least you didn't come here before now, so hopefully you'll be able to settle into the hotel much sooner.

Video;

[mister_foppish]

...

Hm. Is that so? But I don't know what you mean by "settle". I don't expect I'll be here long. Or at least, I should hope I will not be.

[There's a considerate pause as he sees what appears to be a young woman on the screen, opening his single eye to gaze wearily at her.]

Would you please tell me, Miss...? Where I am, exactly? So I might find a way to return to my Kingdom?

"Traverse" Town, indeed. It would seem I am a long way from home...Or from what I understand.

video;

[caseofthetruth]

Traverse Town is usually the first world new arrivals arrive in, but sir I can assure you this is no joke. It's a little too...extreme for that.

video;

[mister_foppish]

...First world?

[He shifts, as if uncomfortable. Clearly this news is troubling.]

What is it then? And who are you?

[Pegasus wasn't in his right mind enough to protest much, but...he was attempting to level himself enough to ask questions.]

video;

[watchesthesea]

It's not a dream I'm sorry to say, but until your world is back, I'll be willing to help you.

video;

[mister_foppish]

....I don't understand. Who are all you people?

[video]

[wavesinherheart]

I'm sure people have said this already, but it's not a dream.

[video]

[mister_foppish]

Well whatever it is, it's beginning to get on my nerves. I'd rather be at home now.

[He's getting a little irritated with how everyone seems to be in on a secret he doesn't know about.]

[ action ]

[thisonemaiden]

[ she comes out of a building with a moogle following behind her. the moogle is most likely going to come talk to Pegasus, but Cheza is going to stay back and look in his direction ]

The moogles will want to tell you what happened. This one does not know as much as they do.

[ humming to herself, she begins to walk away softly and quietly - he's welcome to follow or just think she's weird XD ]

[ action ]

[mister_foppish]

"Moogles"? Is that what they're called?

[He looks back to them for a moment before at what appears a rather unique-looking girl with the moogle in tow, curious.

Given the opportunity he does attempt to follow her as he has managed to stand at this point, though his legs are a bit unsteady still.]

...Ah, excuse me? Please wait..!

[His arm extends, the tall, silvery-haired man seemingly confused.]

Who are you...? Why am I here?...Is it Cyndia? Has she brought me here?

[Video]

[speakstojeffy]

Negotiate? Oh I really don't think that is a good idea. The heartless are not very good at communicating. Hasn't a moogle been by to explain everything to you yet?

[Video]

[mister_foppish]

What do you suggest then?

I don't suppose you've ever heard of checking your facts? And while moogles are rather cute, that doesn't mean there isn't more to the story.

Voice

[no_souls_here]

[Ciel so no reason in really bothering with the newcomer save for the fact that he might offer a mild distraction after a tiring week]

It's a bit premature to start negotiating. [Even though the Earl might appear like an ordinary child he was still a businessman.]

Especially when there are plenty of volunteers that will readily offer you information for nothing.

Voice

[mister_foppish]

I take it you are not one of them.

[A distraction..? Oh, Pegasus is not going to like that. Not one bit. He isn't here for anyone's "entertainment". He himself is a businessman, and quite familiar with such methods. Two can play that game!]

Why not? You never know what sort of perks you might get if you throw in a little offer.

Video

[quiet_devotion]

[There is something.. unusual about this new arrival]

I'm afraid that this is not a dream.

[Kaname offere]

It's not unusual to feel a bit disoriented when you first arrive, and that world does go by that name.

What else would you like to know?

Video

[mister_foppish]

Oh thank goodness...Someone normal.

[Or at least, in his opinion, Kaname appears normal. He can't really discern beyond that, for the moment...His powers have been significantly diminished.]

Well, everything. But if you want specifics...I suppose we'll start with how I leave from this place.

Action

[olympian_herald]

[Without much warning, a blue humanoid wearing a toga, winged sandals, winged helmet, and shades flitted over towards the new arrival]

Dig the crazy mane, babe. The big guy tried for something like that once.. but it didn't turn out so well. If you ask me, Zeus should never try losing the beard again. That was just too wild!

I haven't seen you around here before, are you new?

Action

[mister_foppish]

[Oh god who or what is this even...Pegasus stares, a bit incredulously at the winged blue-skinned man who just flitted up to him seemingly out of no where. ]

...Thank you. [For the compliment.] You're not a moogle too, are you?

Zeus...? You mean the reputed Greek God of Olympus?

Ah, no...I don't believe so. I mean, that is, yes...New, I suppose, you might say.

[Normally he isn't so inarticulate but this was rather odd.]

Video

[namaste_jagat]

[The man on the screen was standing a few feet away from the camera. The reason why became apparent as he politely bowed. He thought it was best to start with an introduction.]

Good afternoon. I'm Agni, knanasama to Prince Soma Asman Cadart the 26th son of the king of Bengal.

[He straightened his posture and held one hand to his chest]

I would be most happy to assist you in learning more about the situation you've just recently found yourself in.

Video. 1/2

[mister_foppish]

[When the exotic look hits him he nearly gasps, the name Shadi nearly crossing his lips...But no, not quite. He'd almost thought for a stray moment—but would that mean he had been sentenced to eternal punishment for his crimes...? Shadi had warned him of succumbing to the Eye's evils once upon a time. Or of enduring spirit, of which his grief could not muster.

However, he is quite taken by this man, of his he is certain.]

Agni....? You're a butler?

Video

[massiekur]

[She'd witnessed a lot of strange things since her kidnapping.. arrival.. whatever it was but this guy was right up there. While Massie never thought any man was complimented by that color in that abundance she did noticed how finely it was tailored. His clothes seemed to scream eccentric millionaire. Was he now as destitute as she was? Massie could certainly sympathize.]

It's only going to get more confusing.

Video.

[mister_foppish]

[And such a profound reaction from this many new faces, it was enough to make him a little bit tired despite his profession mainly having dealings in being a public showman. Pegasus does at least muster some offhand form of politeness, at least.

If he was expecting sympathy though he might find it a little lacking.]

It's simply awful they expect you to simply accept it...Isn't there any good news?

【 VIDEO 】

[conceptualizing]

Unfortunately for us, this isn't a dream. Far from it.

[Guess who, Pegasus.]

You were the last person I expected to see out of the darkness.

【 VIDEO 】

[mister_foppish]

. . .

K-kaiba.

[That...was certainly unexpected. No doubt Pegasus seems surprised, too. Last he'd seen of you...You'd been in his card collection and he'd at last released you, as part of his promise. Then could it mean...This really wasn't a dream at all? Pegasus looks incredibly lost. It probably wasn't a particularly good look on him.]

A-aha...H-how are you here?

[He literally shies back from the screen, cold sweat forming beneath his collar. The rush of memory was not kind to him...]

【 VIDEO 】

[albinoidiot]

Did someone ask for help? Maybe I can help. The name's Dante. I like red too.

【 VIDEO 】

[mister_foppish]

...Hello, Dante.

You'd like to help lil' ol' me...? Really now. Aren't you the knight in shining armour? Well, who am I to refuse..? I'll graciously accept what you have to offer, then.

[Pegasus sounds weary now and he lifts a hand to rub at the corner of his eye before turning to more fully face him. His starlit hair falls just so against his face, lips creasing into what could have been an ironic smile.]

My, you're not the first person either. Nearly everyone's being so quick to help...What a warm welcome. But tell me: Do I really look like a damsel in distress to you? [He seems amused, at least.] It's the long hair, isn't it?

Not that I mind, I don't mean to sound rude, but I have to wonder why that is...Is this a usual occurrence for you? Helping complete strangers, that is.

【 VIDEO 】

[knowledgephilia]

Of course, is there anything I can help you with? You look sick.

【 VIDEO 】

[mister_foppish]

[He...can't really contest that. She was strangely accurate, for a young girl, in her observation. Was it that obvious? Was that why everyone was being so...kind? It was a little disorienting to be given this much attention by so many strangers all at once. His head was in a bit of a whirl, and he was beginning to sweat a little.

Pegasus considers her carefully for a moment, then deciding to remain firm until he was certain of who he could trust. Apparent weaknesses were never a good thing to show to an enemy, after all.]

I appreciate your concern, Miss...It won't be necessary.