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GASP. It's Agent 00Akechi! I know it's a horrible pun, I should be ashamed. [ OPEN. ]

WHO: Gracia (

kagayakashi) & anyone passing by!
WHAT: There's a secret recruitment going on, and it looks like you - yes, you - were chosen! But for what? STAY TUNED.
WHERE: The heroes' magical mystical super special awesome main camp!!! More specifically, around the weapon's stall.
WARNING/S: STUFF WILL HAPPEN. Loljk, this post is as harmless as Shimazu's kitty.

[ It's relatively peaceful considering the circumstances. I mean, how peaceful can you really get when your enemy is a giant serpent monster representative of the balance and evil of this hodgepodge world? Well today is an o-kay day. A banquet over there, tearful reunions behind you, skimpy dressed ninjas jumping around...This is the life.

But while you're strolling around camp, passing by the nice forger over at the weapon's stall who always seems to be upgrading one weapon or another, honestly, how does he know how to make a set of knives that look and feel like real fish something catches your attention. It's subtle at first, but when you take a second glance at it, you can't help but squint. Why? Because that crate over there - the one sitting right next to the forger - is moving. It shakes once. Then twice. A pause. And then another shake...

It's as if it's calling you to come close. No, no. That's not close enough. Closer. Even closer. Sure, you can ask the forger what's up with his crate, but he doesn't seem to mind it, despite the fact that the way it jerks around is becoming really violent.

And as soon as your curiosity can't handle what's going on, and you finally get close enough to touch the unsealed lid, someone jumps out of it without warning. The lid goes flying (might have hit someone's head over there, but oops why were you standing there anyway silly man) and hey! There was a person inside! She's a pretty young lady, with extremely short, vibrant red hair, pale skin, and a very unique attire...

With a wide smile, so bright and certain, she doesn't budge from her spot standing inside a crate that definitely seems to small for someone of her height to fit in, places one hand on her hip while her other hand's pointer finger extends towards you. ]

Ooh, so you've agreed to help me?

[ ...Y-Yeah. Might be a good idea to ask about that. ]

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[Nobuchika was checking out what the forger does, because the closest thing to weapons in his world are things like his father's shamisen, Okuni's umbrella, Ujiyasu's cane and Yoshimoto's Pokemari, which they don't even use as weapons. Nobuchika is not really sold on this whole "weapons" thing. To him, controlling Gyarados (who is currently behind him and following him like a giant sea dragon following a human is the most natural thing in the world) and Panpour (riding on Nobuchika's shoulders) is more than enough. And of course, there's the Magikarp he's always carrying in his arms.

... Who flails a bit once the crate lid flies open. Even Nobuchika takes a step back at first, surprised. But then he smiles, relieved that the person inside is someone he knows and recognizes very well!]

Lady Gracia! What were you doing inside this crate?

[[OOC: Gorthan-mun here! o/ ]]

Edited 2012-09-19 18:15 (UTC)

[ Gracia is all but dumbstruck when she sees his Pokemon. The Gyarados especially. She didn't know dragons really existed outside of stories an folktales! Amazing...for all the world's chaos and conflict, there always seemed to be a silver lining that appealed directly to her curiosity.

She's caught off-guard by his reply, though. Gracia looks at the man momentarily, but it's obvious her complete attention is on him. Such strange yet magnificent creatures...! Were they special pets, seen only in this world? ]

Oh, you know who I am! Perhaps you are my Father's friend? Well, no matter! Thank you for agreeing to help me on my request! [ Obviously why she was inside the box and also wait what agreement -- might wanna ask about that too, besides the whole she doesn't know you back issue. LMAO. ]

Right... we haven't fought together yet! I'm Nobuchika, Motochika's son. I have no idea what your request is, but if it comes from you, I'm afraid my only choice is to agree to it! Tell me all.

[Nobuchika and his Pokémon are ready to listen eagerly to what Gracia has to ask of them. Even Magikarp, if you're like Nobuchika and can read dumb fish expressions.]

[ Her eyes widen significantly. She steps out of the box with grace and moves to close the distance between them. Personal space? WHAT PERSONAL SPACE? Also a chance to get to see these beautiful pets up close! ]

Nobuchika...? Ooh, you look so different! [ She laughs. ] Motochika's son from another world! I met you already, but back in my Japan, you didn't look as young as you do now! [ She circles him, keeping her steady and naively inquisitive gaze on Nobuchika. ]

I must show you to tell you. Will you come with me? [ She stops moving as soon as she's standing right in front of him. Gracia pauses, then smiles at Gyarados. ] Bring your friends too!

["As young as"...

... ugh, hurt pride. ;A; Nobuchika freezes at that for a moment because he doesn't really know how to comment on that. Different worlds, different ages... But Nobuchika is a Chousokabe, and he takes things as they come. And he definitely appreciates the interest in his Pokémon! Also, personal space is not a problem, given that he's even carrying a monkey on his shoulders.]

"Japan"...? I am from a land called Ransei, but I definitely know you from there, I swear! Ah... I take it that means our worlds must be deeply different. Even in my world, you are but a child, Lady Gracia.

[For a moment he holds the Magikarp under only one arm, to sign how tall, or rather how short, Gracia is where he comes from. Only slightly above a meter...]

I'd follow you anywhere, Lady Gracia. Lead the way.

[And of course, Gyarados is ready to follow, too. Because a beast that can destroy entire cities with its tail is totally fit for hanging out in a camp.]

[ She places her pointer finger on her chin, tilting her head slightly upwards as she thinks. ]

You don't know Japan...? Ransei...? Yes, completely different --

[ asdklsfkldsg. Gracia immediately frowns and takes a step back from Nobuchika, shaking her head at the ground. She pouts as she replies rather heatedly. ]

What? No, no! I am not a child! [ AND YOU ARE NOT GOING ANYWHERE UNTIL YOU TAKE THAT BACK. ]

[He smiles warmly and speaks gently, wishing to dispel her sudden mood.]

I said you are a child in my world. You just said the same thing about myself in comparison to the Nobuchika you know... but I have not taken offense, as you see.

To me, you look like a splendidly grown up woman. Your father must be very proud of you, Lady Gracia.

[ Gracia blinks in silence, and as if nothing happened, she nods in some strange understanding and her smile returns. ]

Ahh, when you put it in that way...! [ She walks towards him and pats his head. ] I'm sorry if my words could have offended you. You're not a child either, I promise! I hope your friends aren't angry at me? [ She giggles towards the general direction of Gyarados. She also eyes the monkey atop his shoulder. ]

[ She blushes slightly at his compliment however, and waves her hands side-to-side, in denial. ] Oh, no! I'm not - it's more of Father who you must praise! I can only hope that I make him proud! As wonderful as he is...

[Nobuchika shrugs. When Gracia moves closer to pat Nobuchika's head, the monkey curiously touches Gracia's hair ornament, just to check what it feels like.]

They're only angry when I'm angry. Our hearts and souls are bound together by something we call a Link.

Lord Mitsuhide is a great man, indeed. Now, Lady Gracia! Will you tell me how I can help you out?

[He seems really eager to help.]

[ Gracia is surprised to suddenly see a monkey on her head, but she laughs heartily and allows it to rummage through her head ornament, and her hair! ]

Hey, be careful! I'll allow you to wear it, if you like it so much!

[ As the monkey moves excitedly atop Gracia's head, she attempts to respond to Nobuchika. ]

Like I said, to tell you, I must show you! Will you and your friends follow me now? Keep this a secret, okay? Promise! [ It's rather difficult to act and look serious and stern when there's something tickling your neck and poking at your cheek, but she does try, and she just looks like she's trying hard to stop herself from laughing again. Ahwell. ]

Panpour, don't-

[Too late. Panpour casually hops from Nobuchika's shoulders onto Gracia's, and seems very content with its own action.]

Ah... I hope it's not a problem. Panpour is curious, but calm.

[He relaxes and smiles.]

As I said, we'd follow you anywhere. And I promise to keep your secret, Lady Gracia.

[The forger is a pretty great guy, and it's nice to know that even when your time period has gotten smashed into the distant and even-more-distant past, there's still a guy who has somehow in defiance of all logic and reason managed to stay completely on top of current western tech and can help you make a few adjustments to your nice modern imported rifle.

...yeah, Ootori probably spends a little more time talking to that guy than is strictly necessary. It's hard to find someone who shares his level of enthusiasm for the new and exotic, after all.

But that box...]

I'm sure I could spare the time for something, miss! What exactly were you looking for help with?

[Congratulations, Gracia, you have recruited yourself one (1) nineteenth-century gentleman in a nice western suit with a big gun. What do?]

[ Perfect. He seems to have understood her rattling inside the box quite well! Yes, she assumed that anyone who passed by automatically heard her whispers inside the box - hence all the shaking around - and it worked on this guy! JUST PERFECT. Gracia puts her hands on her hips and replies excitedly. ]

Ooh, such quiet energy...! Much like Father, when he's in a serious but playful mood! [ She also notices that suit!~ ] And you dress so cutely as well! [ She claps her hands once, as if she approves of him completely already. ]

You're just the person I need! If you come with me, I'll tell you about the thing I need some help with!

[ Gracia reaches her hand out to him as she jumps expertly out of the crate. Her smile is bright and inviting. ]

[She's reaching out?

Does she already know about handshakes? It's really sad, how many people he has to explain it to...! He reaches out and meets her hand with a firm handshake.]

I'd be glad to! Ootori Keisuke, and it's a pleasure, Miss...?

[ Well, there's some confusion going on right now, but Gracia just goes with it even though she starts off looking at him all wide-eyed and funny. She laughs slightly and eagerly returns his gesture - perhaps too eagerly, because honestly, what was she doing? But anyway! There are more important things to think about, so she merely laughs before replying. ]

My name is Gracia! It's nice to meet you, Kei! [ Congrats, you've just earned yourself a patented Gracia nickname (c). FORMALITY? WHAT FORMALITY? ]

[Well, even if she didn't know what it was after all, it's still a much better response than he usually gets - after all, Hijikata just stared at his hand like it was a dead fish or something. Besides, enthusiasm is such an important quality...and one you can't really teach! Whereas you can always teach someone that a proper handshake doesn't involve quite that much shaking.

And the lack of formality? That's just oddly refreshing, when half of his life is strategy meetings and political meetings and talking to a lot of other formal and proper men in suits about The Future Of Ezo. HE'LL TAKE IT.]

Miss Gracia, then! Now, where are we headed?

[ Oh, those kinds of meetings. She tried eavesdropping once or twice, but she found that she couldn't keep up with such talk! She spent the rest of that morning trying to climb a tree instead.

Gracia starts walking to the back of the weapons stall - a part that's usually hidden from everyone when they make a transaction with the kind forger. She gestures for Keisuke to follow with a glance. Said forger doesn't bat an eyelash, even as the young lady maneuvers her way along a whole row of sharp, pointy, and rather peculiar weapons. Has she been behind the weapons stall before? ]

Come, I have to show you to tell you. And Kei, you must promise to keep this a secret! That's why I chose you specifically! [ Before Gracia continues, she leans forward and sternly points at the gentleman. Chose him specifically, she would have chosen any other person who paid attention to that box askfhdsf ]

[He'd never really checked out what was behind the stall, since he'd always figured it was just...more weapons.

But hey, there's a first time for everything!]

You have my word that I won't tell a soul.

[Passing by, the moving crate catches Hiroko's attention. Normally, Hiroko wouldn't pay much attention to minor things like that, but the crate is moving rather... violently.

Concerned, Hiroko approaches the crate - slowly, of course, as she fears it may be a crate of Magikarps about to explode. As she gets closer and closer, POP! Out came her daughter, sending Hiroko back in surprise. She lets out a sigh - she's told her plenty of times not to do things like that! Wait, an agreement...? To what?]

Gracia, you've startled me! How many times have your father and I told you not to play around with crates!? You could suffocate! Just what are you up to now...?

Edited 2012-09-19 22:22 (UTC)

[ ....okay, that completely killed the awesome opening. Gracia blinks and in some slow reaction to her words, the red-head tilts her head to the side in a rather comedic fashion. Her expression is that of extreme and utter confusion. ]

Huh? You and...Father?

[ Gracia stands up straight again, still inside the crate, and starts humming, her finger resting on her chin. ]

What a strange thing to say!

[ OTHER UNIVERSE PARENTS FTW. ]

["What a strange thing to say"? That was a strange thing to say, even for her daughter. But, she's going to dismiss it; she'd been searching long and high for her children and husband... at least she'd found her daughter.] Yes, your father and I, Gracia. We've told you not to play around with crates; what if you couldn't get out? Now come along, please - this world is... quite strange, and very unsafe; I want you by my side at all times.

[There's something a bit off about Gracia, but Hiroko couldn't quite put her finger to it... ah, that's right. Gracia's partner was missing. Perhaps Munna and Gracia had separated?]

Gracia, where is your Munna?

[ Oh wow this was really making her head turn. What was this strange woman saying? Gracia blinks at her and tries to make the connection...she keeps mentioning her Father, and her, and -

- blink. ]

...Where is my "monna?" [ /headtilt some more. ] I've never heard of such a thing! How curious!

[ If that mispronunciation didn't give it away already... ]

[And there goes Ranmaru's grip on the pile of scrolls he was holding; they fall to the floor, pretty much ensuring that the crisp, white rolls are going to get dirty.]

W-What?

[He shakes his head in order to regain his composure, and regards Gracia with a slightly annoyed expression afterwards. Wait... Gracia?]

It's... you? What do you think you're doing, hiding in such a place?

[ Her smile brightens up even more, upon seeing Ranmaru. Gracia laughs and leaps out of the crate with expertise. Scrolls are unimportant. Do you know what is important? ~FRIENDSHIP~ So have some personal space invaded, as Gracia happily bumps against his arm. What's new. ]

Oh, Ran!

[ /cling. ] Just the person I wanted to see! I'm so glad you're safe and sound here in camp...! [ Because you still have that bad habit of running around risking your life without any worry for your own :< ]

[ /cling cling. ] I wasn't hiding. I was recruiting! [ Big difference, obviously. ]

Edited 2012-09-21 15:30 (UTC)

[That's a little too much momentum there, Gracia. In a moment that, in some ways, in familiar to one they experienced back in their own world, Ranmaru is knocked off his feet and lands on the floor.]

[It doesn't hurt much, though. Ranmaru doesn't wince; he just regards his friend in something of a perplexed manner.]

You cannot recruit from inside a box, Gracia. [His voice is equal parts confused and patient. The young page learnt quite some time ago that Mitsuhide's daughter has a strange way of looking at the world, sometimes.] What are you recruiting for, anyway?

[Because, yeah, if it's dangerous? He won't hesitate to put a stop to it.]

Edited 2012-09-21 16:22 (UTC)

[ Ahh, just like back home.~ Gracia easily gets comfortable straddling Ranmaru on the ground, despite the fact that from afar, they seem to be positioned rather scandalously. She doesn't really mind the closeness. ]

[ Gracia grasps at his shirt and pulls him upright so that they move into a sitting position instead. Much easier to speak this way! ] Who says I cannot? Boxes can be used for anything, you know! [ She sounds very confident. ]

[ Oh relax you. It's nothing big. Gracia smiles mischievously and lowers her voice to a whisper. ] It's for a secret project I'm making for everyone in camp. Come on, Ran! I'll show you!

[ And up she goes, standing tall and offering a hand to help lift him off the ground ~ ~~It's symbooooolicccc~~ ]

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