Raiha

[COLOR=royalblue][i]She smiled, and stopped when they came into the center of the field. The others were a dark blur on the ground...and the sun was just begining to set. Nepenthe spread her wings and brandished her staff. She tapped it to the ground twice, then whirled around Kato and swung at his head. Instantly, his hand shot up to deflect it and she spun away.[/i] Nepenthe: Now.....defend yourself. Change your skin if you have to. [i]She spread all six wings, almost blinding him with the reflected lights....then laughed and attacked.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]They sat down quietly, and Nepenthe began to polish the silver staff. Siren yawned and licked her chops...then contented herself by bathing her tail. Kato stared at the ground, and felt an overwhemling desire to eat...[/i] Laitina: What are we waiting for? Rinalph: Night. Nepenthe: Might as well sleep, they won't bother us until it's good and dark. Laitina: Just the advantage they need....wonderful. Nepenthe: I glow in the dark, don't panic. [i]She winked and flicked a smaller side wing at the shapeshifter, then settled back, hands behind her head. With a gusty sigh, she inhaled the scents of the field, and the beings around her.... Kato's horsey, comforting scent..... Siren's musky lion like smell...Rinalph's.....reek. And Laitina's cool crisp scent. Just like a icicle on a cold day. She could also detect the scent of feathers and blood. A sure sign of Raspers hunting.[/i] Siren: How long do we have? Nepenthe: I'll give it until sundown. Then the fun starts. Kato: Fun? Nepenthe: Of course. I find this whole thing amazingly refreshing.[/COLOR]

[COLOr=royalblue][i]Like a wraith, Shalistrae Lifé slunk into the room...unnoticed by everyone but Rali. She smiled and slipped an arm around Ryan's neck, performing the customary slashing motion. He started and turned quickly. She smiled down at him, sleek as any predator.[/i] Shalistrae: Hello Ryan....Rali...Misha. Ryan: I asume, you are one of us. Shalistrae: Wherever the Five go...I must follow. And since you gentlemen are going to take his life, I must follow. Rali: Are you always this sublte? Shalistrae: Eh, it's a curse. [i]With a dazzling smile, she sat down next to Ryan and ordered a white wine. She sipped it slowly, thoughtfully. So her traveling companions would be predominantly men.... Oh well, she had worked with worse. It would be fascinating to study them more closely....but there was time for that later.[/i][/COLOr]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Rena pointed her hand at the door to the master bedroom and it shut smoothly. Before Donovan knew what was happening to him, he was back in the room, standing infront of a closed door. Then she patted the table next to her and Donovan sat down uneasily. She smiled up at him, dimples showing.[/i] Rena: You'd better bring that back in ten minutes. Daddy won't like it if it's gone when he gets back. Donovan: ...are you always this direct? Rena: Yeah....besides, you owe me your life. Donovan: Do I? Rena: I could've easily let Medra clean your clock. [i]She grinned and shook her finger in his face. He chuckled and ruffled her hair. Then he stood and bowed.....exited quietly. Rena sat back in front of the T.V., watching Clifford the Big Red Dog..... Even if she was a 16 year old, her child self still loved kiddy programs. Shalistrae sighed and turned over in her sleep..... And time went by. Several hours later, Rena was curled up on the sofa, covered by an quilt. Shalistrae woke up in a rather awkward position. If she moved either of her arms, the circulation would most likely end there. Medra was half on top of her, half hanging off the bed. She contemplated waking him up, but decided not to. After all, she owed him what she was enjoying at the moment. A comfortable room, a sleeping Rena, and a soothed spirit. She didn't have to wait long. He woke up.....and found himself splayed across her stomach....[/i] Shalistrae: Good evening.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Shalistrae smiled, flashing white teeth....Rena giggled like a little girl.....and skipped happily. The bellhop bowed courteously to Shalistrae's haughty visage. The doors opened and then closed. Rena immediatly flipped over to the nearest couch and started to bounce happily.[/i] Medra: Now all we have to do is wait for the fireworks to start. Shalistrae: Dearest, don't you think you should get some rest? Rena: Does this mean he's my daddy again?!? Shalistrae: To the public yes. [i]Medra turned red and mumbled something along the lines of "What is the meaning of my existance?" Shalistrae laughed and flicked on the T.V. for Rena then grabbed him by the collar and led him into the master bedroom. With an expert shove, she pushed him backwards onto the bed.[/i] Shalistrae: Sleep. And that's an order.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]She smiled to herself. Her father was the Lord of Nightmares....any terrifying dream that wanted to visit itself in her mind would have to go through Habeas Requiem first. But Jedah didn't have to know that.[/i] Nepenthe: I am not afraid of the Mazoku that is currently threatening this place. He won't be the one to kill me. Jedah: Why's that? Nepenthe: I'm saving the honor for somebody else.... [i]He chuckled. A horrible rasping noise...halfway between a cough and a chortle.[/i] Jedah: You think you can control that? Nepenthe: For now....yes. [i]She continued with her work, then flicked her eyes in his direction and sent him the image of her......[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Nepethe reached over and pined Ranhorn down by the throat. Her voice, magnified several hundred times, reverberated through his ears. "If she or Silvia are harmed....I will make your torture long and and loud before your death." He grimaced and pushed her away.[/i] Ranhorn: They won't be hurt. You though....might be an exception. [i]She smiled happily and undid her tunic, revealing a long spider tattoo across her chest. The legs glowed blue and she winked.[/i] Nepenthe: I am a child of the Yatherinefolk. Will you really risk bringing their wrath down on you and your clan? I think not. Ranhorn: ...why have you come here? Nepenthe: None of your buisness.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Nepenthe placed a warning hand on Silvia's shoulders. She brought her lips close to Silvia's ear and whispered.[/i] Nepenthe: Ignore it. Silvia: Why? Doesn't it bother you? Nepenthe: They fear me. A spider has nothing to be afraid of in the reaches of the night......all flee before it's bite. But not everyone is wise enough to notice. You represent to them cunning and pain. Silvia: .....damnit. Nepenthe: ...yeah. Be above it. They'll revere Paige. [i]Her words soon proved to be corret. Hundreds of people flocked around Ranhorn and Paige, desperate to see their would be savior.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Medra made a furious move towards Rena, but Shalistrae expertly stuck out one leg, hooked it underneath his heel, and sent him sprawling. Rena then proceeded to sit on his chest and bounce happily....oblivious to his groaning and pleading. Shalistrae, ever diplomatic, smiled at him and picked up her bags. With an expert flip, she handed him a transfer card and winked.[/i] Donovan: Why the sudden kindness? Shalistrae: An afterthought.....and an apoligy for my "daughters" behaviour when we first met. [i]She flashed him a brilliant smile and motioned for Rena to let up her "Daddy." With a heave and a sigh, he got off the floor and picked up Rena. She threw her arms around his neck and laughed.[/i] Rena: Let's go daddy! Medra: ....you know you're taking this a bit far sweetie.... Shalistrae: Come on honey. Dinner's waiting. Donovan: ....oy. [i]They left quickly.....and the clerk waved to the elated Rena. As they left, Shalistrae turned to look at Donovan. ....her eyes peirced against his own, and she immideatly turned back to the front again.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]The man yelped as the curse revisited itself on him. His wound opened up further...bleeding horribly over his hands.[/i] Tink: It's working... Riku: I want a keyblade like that.... Tink: Try asking Peter Pan and the Lost boys the next time we stop by Neverland.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]She smiled and laced her fingers in Rena's...then the two went skipping down the street in front of Medra. The overgrown adult and the undergrown adolescent chuckled and hummed. Soon enough, they came to a department store. Medra, ever chivalrous, opened the door for them and ushered the ladies in with the utmost courtesy. Rena immediatly popped back into her "little innocent girl" mode. The clerk stared at them, then went about her buisness. Under the critical eye of Shalistare, Rena picked out blouses and pants....then handed them to Medra. Then, under the equally critical eyes of Rena and Medra, Shalistrae picked out her jeans and shirts. She held one up.[/i] Shalistrae: What do you think? Rena: ...too strappy. Medra: I like it. Shalistrae: Well.....I'd have to buy a strapless bra if I did buy it..... Rena: Naw, buy it. I'd pay to see Medra squirm in the lingere department. [i]She chuckled and the two women calmly walked over to the aformentioned department. With the guidance of Rena, she picked out the required garments, then headed to the checkout counter. Everything went smoothly until they noticed Medra out of the corner of their eyes. He picked up something off the shelf, and the whole thing came crashing down. Rena groaned and covered her eyes. Shalistrae slumped over on the counter, dejected... At least they had gotten the stuff and paid for it. With any luck, Medra would escape with his life. The clerk marched over and began shouting and ranting......Rena sighed with resignation...and headed over.[/i][/COLOR]

[color=royalblue][i]She smiled and melted back into the trees. She had no interest in following a five bonded human; there were other things to do.....like......fend for herself. With flip and a back turn, she leapt through the trees, silent and calm.....watching Paige and Ranhorn and that.....girl who shot her through the shoulders. Half disinterested, half twisted, she followed quietly. The trees bent and swayed for her passage, respecting of the women who walked through, blessed by Yatherine monks.....and touched by Loloth. A five clan girl......wouldn't matter to her. The spiders were left alone by the animals she bonded with. And those that bothered with them were bitten. Then perished slowly and painfully.[/i] Nepenthe: Take me to your master. Ranhorn. [i]He looked up. She was invisible but he replied.[/i] Ranhorn: What is your buisness with him? Nepenthe: Loloth knows.....and it would behove you to do as I say.[/COLOr]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Shalistrae moaned and held the side of her head. Throbbing headache out of nowhere.... Rena stood and tied on her scarf once more. She grabbed Shalistrae's hands and pulled her upright.[/i] Rena: What's wrong? [i]Another thug appeared at the windows....ready to fire. Rena screamed, and Shalistrae grabbed the nearest heavy object. The still hot tea kettle. With a wild shriek, she hurled it at his head. There was a satisfying "bang" before he screamed and was drenched with very hot water. He danced on the air for three seconds, before plummeting to his death. Shalistrae smiled and straightened her shirt.[/i] Medra: .....wow... Shalistrae: Sorry. Lost my temper there. Rena: Cool! Do it again! Shalistrae: ....I would...but we're fresh out of tea kettles, and my hands are burned. Okay we can go now. Medra: You are crazy. That would've been the last thing I tried. Shalistrae: Sure it would....[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Tinkerbell grabbed him by the collar and dug in her blade. He yelped, and stood back. She whispered into his ear.[/i] Tink; Do you want to get dismembered? Ansem will kill anyone who interferes! Riku: He won't have time for that! Tink: Shut up. Or I'll put you under a spell of enchantment that'll have you sleeping for ten years.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Siren reverted and waltzed up to a painting of a sphynx half. Pressing her muzzle against it, she pawed the cool stone, then relaxed. White energy built up around the outline, and the same thing that had happened to Kato, happened to her. She drew back, happy. Nepenthe chuckled and tipped her staff over in her direction.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue]It was a suggestion! Geez....tempermental people here. ~~~~~~~~~~ [i]Rena sighed with resentment, but knew Shalistrae was right. The more she lost her temper, the less likely she was to break free from her paused form. She started a bath, and consequently got in....and relaxed. Oblivious to Rena's temperment, Shalistrae folded the blankets, and swept away the shattered glass. Medra put his hands on hers.[/i] Medra: Are you worried about her? Shalistrae: ....no. She's smarter than most think. I'm sorry we're being a burden to you. Medra: No, it's alright! It's different, being here with you two. I kinda like it. Rena certainly keeps you interested. Shalistrae: And what about me? Are your hands on mine for a reason? [i]He blushed and looked away. Embarassed beyond all reason. She merely kissed the cheek, and watched him stammer and stutter. She smiled and turned to the kitchen. She set the kettle on the stove and turned up the heat. Tea.....to soothe the nerves. Placing one hand over her rapidly beating heart, she reminded herself not to let her body go that far again. Meanwhile, he looked out the window...staring into something he could neither feel, nor see.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Tinkerbell fluttered her fairy wings carefully and landed close to Riku's ear. She spoke, barely above the whisper....[/i] Tinkerbell: The Key of Shen will triumph.... Riku: How do you know that? Tinkerbell: I helped forge it. For every wound he gets, a wound twice as horrible will appear on his opponent. [i]She smiled mysteriously and brought her hands together.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Tinkerbell landed on Simba's shoulder and watched the mysterious man carefully. She didn't trust him, nor like his appearances. With a swift motion, he pulled out a dark red keyblade and pointed it at Sora's chest.[/i] ?????: I will give you the answers, when you give me your best shot. One on One. Sora: You're on! Tinkerbell: WAIT! [i]She pressed the keychain of the moon into Sora's outstretched hands. He nodded and clipped it onto his keyblade. Instantly, it reformed into the Key of Shen. Long and silver...with a double edged blade and the moon's insignia across the length. He turned it over and then swung it a few times. It felt lighter, easier than the Kingdom Key....and he dropped down into his own fighting stance.[/i] Sora: Ready! Tinkerbell: ...be careful.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Rena had not felt angry in such a long time...she had almost forgotten about her latent powers. She pointed both hands at Donovan and said one simple word...and with that, he flew across the room to crash into the windows....then was slid back across the floor to her feet. She planted one bare foot on his neck and snarled into his face.[/i] Shalistrae: Stop Rena. Donovan: ..... Rena: ....get out. She isn't yours to claim. [i]With that, she took her foot of his neck and crossed her arms. Then she looked away dismissevely and smiled. Donovan took the oppertunity and left quietly. As soon as the door closed, Shalistrae locked it carefully and turned around to face the recently furious girl.[/i] Rena: Sorry. That just made me mad. Shalistrae: Enough to almost kill him? Rena: It reminded me of Vormir....and I was.... Medra: It's okay. No harm done. Shalistrae: Only to his pride. And mine.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Nepenthe's staff swished through nothing but air and crashed solidly against Ranhorn's temple. He hit the ground with a sickening thud, and she planted her left boot on his chest, staff inches from his wildly pulsing throat.[/i] Silvia: Woah. Nepenthe: I hate people that sneak up on others with malicious intent...usually, I feed that type of person to Zhor, but you're a interesting character, and the other women here might not like seeing that. Pagie: Where do you come from? Nepenthe: Loloth's hands. I can not tell you anything else...but I am pledged to the Spider Goddess. Ranhorn: Ugh... Nepenthe: Shut up or I [i]will[/i] gut you. Silvia: Are you always this cruel? Nepenthe: I'm not going to kill him.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]Nepenthe dropped down, tunic flaring around her. Silvia shrieked and whirled around, firing her arrow deep into Nepenthe's shoulder. The rabbit fled, unoticed. She screamed, and backed away. The older sorceress shrugged and tugged it out swiftly. She rolled up several lengths of grass and leaves and pressed it to the wound.[/i] Silvia: I'm so sorry! Nepenthe: ...it's nothing. Do you always greet visitors like this? Silvia: .....damn. Can you forgive me? Nepenthe: Of course. It's a mistake...anyone could've made it. I'm Nepenthe Sevenstar. Pleasure. Silvia: ...I'm Silvia. Do you have any food? Nepenthe: Well...there is a deer in my perch, but you'll have to climb and get it down.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]She pointed both hand and staff to the sky and the stars seemed to explode with energy. The defenders raised all weapons, and fired. Six Rapsers hawks fell to the earth, shrieking like banshees. Lethe's steed charged, and trampled two of them.....rearing and snorting like he was posessed.[/i] Lethe: Mark this you rabble! Lethe of the Maiar will not spare you if you linger! Idril: FLEE! [i]They chattered and ranted, but couldn't come any closer to the ever growing lights. Laitina roared with laughter and her horse bucked and leaped.[/i][/COLOR]

[COLOr=royalblue]Rena: ...come. [i]The doors opened, and Donovan entered. The first thing he saw was the shattered window, then the simple looking girl....holding a purple scarf in her hands, hair flying around her face. She looked up and smiled.[/i] Rena: Welcome. Donovan: Are you the one who called me? Shalistrae: I told her to. [i]Blood and all, Shalistrae entered the room and smiled to Donovan. Medra followed close behind, holding the implant in his fist. Shalistrae motioned for them to sit.[/i] Shalistrae: Why did you come? Donovan: To escape the sun. And to find the one who was calling me. I ...also wanted to see you. Rena: ....why do you want to see Shalistrae? Shalistrae: Do I have something you want? Donovan: No. It's not that. Medra: This isn't a safe place to hide. Vormir knows we're here. Thanks to this. [i]He dropped the small metallic implant on the ground, then crushed it with his boot heel. Rena smiled and put the scarf around her waist.[/i][/COLOr]

[COLOR=royalblue]Tinkerbell: That's what I'm here for you twit. [i]She raised one of her hands and a huge light issued from it, lighting up the entire ship and the area around it.[/i] Tinkerbell: ....don't underestimate these things. Sora: Woah, turn it down. Genie: Oh fine. You made your point. Sora: Who do you think he is? Tinkerbell: I don't like him. Riku: When did you ever like strangers? Tinkerbell: ...he'll hurt us or something. Donald: Or challenge us.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=royalblue][i]He stroked her pale eyes, and hair...then looked into her silver pupils, and nodded. She smiled and gazed back into his own insiduous green eyes. A psychic bond swiftly melted between them and the scar across her chest began to hurt.[/i] Sephiroth: A promise. Lethe: And if you break it? Sephiroth: You may kill me. If you can. Lethe: ....do not underestimate me. You did once, and if it happens again, I won't be as easy to catch. Sephiroth: I always liked a challenge. [i]With a lazy motion, she pulled off her blouse, then her skirt.[/i] Lethe: Then you're going to have a cursed long night of it.[/COLOR]