Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 8:42:19 PM)
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Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 8:43:05 PM)
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Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 8:43:23 PM)
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Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 8:46:15 PM)
The swamp itself had changed greatly over the past few months. Despite the onset of autumn and the chill touching the air, the color green had never been more abundant. The many animals of the wild had never been so alive and active. This only became more and more apparent as one traversed through Biloxi, as if the lake near it's border was the very heart of life within the local woodland. To one whose senses were opened to the world of evocation and heavenly power of faith, the reason for this sudden surge of life was also clearly apparent. The air itself was crisp with the resonances of the wilds and the beasts. Someone, or some thing, had been very very busy.

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 8:48:28 PM)
*Armand putted along the edge of the lake in his 20 foot johnboat with the 90 horse Mercury. Every so often he stopped and pulled up one of his crawfish traps dumping his catch into the live well of the boat. But when he hit that certain area that bore such an unmistakable mark of his House he paused and reached over and turned off the motor reaching out with his senses.*

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 8:50:13 PM)
*Riko for her part though shed been working sense shed come was taking only a moment to reconnect with her chidlren. seated in the crook of one of the tree branches dressed in dark blue jeans ripped out in one knee, a tight black sweatter her boots muddy, her dark hair piled up . The tree around her was crowded with song birds of all colors filling the iar with music as she held one cupped in both hands, her fingertips brushing along its back and over one of its delicate wings. *w* Some things are still so close to the same... It is so precious to me to find one.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 8:53:52 PM)
The lake itself, connected to the rest of the swamps only be a small natural spring, would be an odd sight in the distance through the trees. It seemed a large primitive wall had been raised up along it's back side, boulders piled atop themselves, held together by vines that seemed to have woven themselves together naturaly as they grew. The water was also crystal clear, a distinct difference from the murky waters seen elsewhere. In the center of the lake rose a large oak tree, it's canopy snapped off and discarded, though it's long branches near the base of it's trunk still sported lush freshly sprouted leaves. Lord Zaebos himself reclined within that oak, his long serpentine form stretched across the many branches and limbs. He had been watching Riko from across the clearing fondly until he felt the presence of another entering the boundries of his senses. Rising up from the limb his all too human torso had rested upon, he cast his golden gaze outwards in the direction of Armand, though the man was still hi

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 8:54:06 PM)
hidden within the cluster of trees between them. Hidden, at least, from his eyes. "A visitor..."

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 8:56:19 PM)
(11/13/10 20:55:20 Armand Duplessis rolls 6 dice vs. diff of 6 to Lore Wild: 7, 3, 6, 9, 2, 8 : 4 successes Wild 1 feel free to resist me noticing your location. And also feel free for me to trip your Awareness all over the place no need to roll)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 8:56:56 PM)
( You notice Shin's presence quite easily, though awareness isn't reflexive for demons. It must be actively used to seek out supernatural resonances )

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 8:57:44 PM)
*she froze as she felt the same with a wave of her hand half the birds disperced and she shifted on her branch. Reaching up over her head she gripped the breanch and slowly stood up then walked out carefully, looking threw the branches. Sensing the presence of the 'other'. Canting her head to the side as the birds in the trees filled her mind with immages.* I feel him. I can see him.

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 8:59:10 PM)
(Ah we are using differing house rules here to some extent. But yes by book you are correct you generally have to scan on aware and not do reflex. I will try and keep the dice low after this as my mechanics are rusty and I loathe roll playing and not role playing)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 8:59:39 PM)
( Eh, if it's not agressive, no roll is necessary in a casual scene. )

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:02:31 PM)
*He soon noted not one but two presences and grew more than a bit cautious. But he did start the motor on his boat and idle in that direction. Before he got -too- close though he he killed the motor and let the craft drift. He then called into the night in hsi thick cajun accent* Hey y'all, I come in peace and will leave if yah like or we can chew the fat and see what we have in common.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:05:22 PM)
Deep within the shadows of the swamp around him, Armand would catch the luminscent glow of eyes appearing to watch him. They would occasionally wink out, disapearing, just for a new set to open someplace else. A new set then appeared, this one remaining, tiny golden spots of light that zipped through the trees to stop before him. The small humming bird, with a ruby breast of feathers, bowed it's head most oddly before turning and zipping away. Pausing and glancing back to him as if it meant for him to follow.

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:09:22 PM)
I gotcha *Armand responded to the humming bird as he did not seem the least bit bothered by the many sets of eyes. Indeed one might even say the creepy crawlies made the obvious coon ass feel quite at home. He did not restart his motor on his boat but instead used the push pull to move the craft along silently following the so out of place in a swamp bird. When his boat bottomed out on the thick mud and ooze he tossed an anchor over so it would not drift and then hopped out into the swamp sinking into his knees still not seeming to be concerned bout any of the creepy crawlies.*

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 9:11:35 PM)
*A few bright birds seemed to fly over head keeping pace though they disperced the closer he got to watch simply from the outskirts as he passed. Riko for her part stayed in the tree her hand over her head holding the branch as she stood and watched. Canting her head slightly to the side, studdying the new comer*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:13:57 PM)
The small bird would lead the man through the trees and into the natural clearing cut out by the lake. There he would see Zaebos reclining on the oak and find his golden eyes peering intently into his own. The Throne of the Scaled ones was massive, to say the least, an easy twenty feet long from tip of tails to the top of his long slender ivory horns. A mass of inhumanly powerful muscle and scales, glowing a pale white in the moonlight. When he spoke, his deep predatory voice broke the silence of the night, the many golden eyes in the distance closing as one. "It is not often other sebettu enter my domain. You are nearly newly arrived...or very foolish. I wonder which it is...."

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:18:34 PM)
*It was clear the big Creole man already had the layout of the general area as well as the location of them both and their pets. He did not make any aggressive moves and kept his hands in plain sight. There was also no sign of him reaching for infernal power again. He had not shifted his form either and remained in a simple human guise* Ah well if yah asked Swan the feller I met the other night he would probably say I was both but that is another tale. But yah I am new as for why I am here Armand set his crawfish traps all over these swamps before I came along and the two of us well we still have to make a livin I noticed yer place and it gave me pause and I will git out and not come back if that pleases you since you were here first.

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 9:22:15 PM)
*A shift in the branches over head, just a shake would give way to her position as she slowly sank down to sit on the branch, her booted feet dangling, her soft wide dark eyes following his movement as one of the bright birds flew foward to light on her shoulder. But she said nothing. At least not yet.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:22:59 PM)
A grunt escaped him, the sound tinted with amusement as if it had been meant as laughter. The very rumble of the sound caused the tree he reclined in to quiver and sent ripples across the surface of the lake. "Swan...", he repeated, his deep voice still touched by mirth. "The Lidless Eye, Minister of the Watchers." He shook his head slightly at that before his tone took on a more serious bent once more. "I am Zaebos, Lord of the lands outside the city. I am also the Lord Inquisitor of the local court and you are correct in your assumption that this place is mine. Introduce yourself, so that I may know who I speak to."

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:29:34 PM)
*Armand gave no indication he heard or saw Riko but well who was he kidding the tingle of his lore in the air made it exceedingly clear he knew where most things were already.* Ah he is the Lidless Eye? Dat might explain why he was a bit taken back when I told him I would bite off his fingers if he snapped them at me again. *Armand grinned showing tobbaco stained teeth* He lightened up later though and told me how to get square with y'all around here said something like he respected spine but not like I plan on buyin a pig and poke from him. *He tilted his head and then the good old boy faded from his tone to be replaced by something very old* I am Ludovicu no one of great importance here or then. And I am very sorry for my intrusions I tend to do my best to be respectful and treat others as they treat me. (Do not worry about the roll an Ebon Legion grunt, nominal cryptic but unaligned has always described him best, he keeps to himself, Zaltu visage he has no Eminence at all)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:31:18 PM)
( Zaltu, Eminence 1, known for creating dragons, hydra, sea serpents, and other such reptiles that lived on in human's genetic memory. He was a derivish in the ebon legion, almost like a chained beast abbadon would let loose to soften the host's defenses before major assaults. )

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:32:16 PM)
(Freshwater crustaceans were Ludovicu's creation)

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 9:38:58 PM)
* Both her hands rested on the tree branch and slowly she swung down to stand on the large ruit system at the base the bird on her shoulder never swaying with the move, just digging its delicate claws deeper in to the dennum of her jacket. She wasnt trying to hide but she was watching with quiet curosity. Careful to not interupt the introduction between Zabos and the new comer*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:39:17 PM)
A fine white brow arched curiously as the name struck the chords of his memory. He nodded slightl, causing the golden chains that hung between his slender horns to dance in the moonlight. "Ludovicu", he repeated, his deep voice not touched with a hint of respect and appreciation. "I am pleased to see you have made your return to the world. Not enough of the Rabisu have done so. All of the wilds beyond the city itself are of my territory, as are the rivers and tributaries that disect the city itself. As a member of House Rabisu you are free to travel amongst them as you will, prove yourself, and I will bestow a section of them onto you to call your own." He raised a large hand, motioning to where Riko perched within the trees. "This is Lady Avatiel, a Fell Knight in my service, she holds the lands near Bayou Sauvage as her protectorate."

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:40:37 PM)
( Now touched, sorry, not 'not touched' )

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 9:44:10 PM)
*The lovely Japanese girl rested her hands lightly infront of her and gave the other Fallen a slight bow. Her voice when she spoke was heavilly accented but soft, sweet. Almost like the birds that seemed to fill the branches above her head * it is a pleasure to meet you.

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:48:17 PM)
*For his part Ludovicu slid into Enochian as their mild tongue seemed more fitting for such conversations. He still maintained his mortal guise as well and did not reach any further for power. Indeed if they work checking the other two Rabisu would even feel him release his lore. The hair trigger on his manner seeming to relax a bit, but one could also tell despite his humble manner and standing the fellow was no fool.* It seems I made my appearance in a body that has lived it's entire life in your domain then so I am very appreciative of you granting me passage. And I like to think I pull my weight as well as the next fellow *he gave a faint smile* I am just not very political and do not really plan on becomming so. Politics got us all cast into a dank hole for a long time. But on the other claw I also know we must stick together against mutual foes. *He then looked back over his shoulder and directly at Riko for the first time his speach shifting back to english* It is a pleasure to meet you as well sister

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 9:52:05 PM)
(Mild = milk)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 9:52:31 PM)
He nodded slightly as the other fallen denounced politics, something he himself had done on many occasions. His own words slipped into that musical language of enochian then, "A fact I can respect. That being said, name and title mean much to the other Sebettu, and in a time when we can not afford to destroy all who might tress pass on our domains, it is a necessary tool to be utilized."

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 9:58:23 PM)
*rising out of her slight bow she leaned gently against the tree. Quiet once more as she watched the two talk. her eyes lifting to the birds that took refuge in the trees over her head before her dark gaze went to Zibos . *

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:01:53 PM)
*He turned his head back to Tokugawa and scoweld like he had just bitten into a worm riddled apple* Yes, I know but I do not have to like it. Having said that so far our bretheren in this place have been hospitable and even amusing. I try not to hold grudges as they got me no place in the past. So I play the game and hope it does not get too deep. But I am honestly sorry for my intrusion on your place in my ignorance. I suppose I should get a better feel for the area and the politics before I make a more serious mistake in utter ignorance.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:04:20 PM)
He grunted quietly and shook his head, slowly lowering his human torso back down onto one of the large branches of the oak in the center of the lake. Even at such a distance his immense size was impressive, his long coiling body seeming to dwarf the oak it wrapped about. "House Rabisu has free roam of my territory, so long as they respect it. Take no more than you need, leave no more than you take. That is all that I require."

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:07:00 PM)
(sorry a little slow here, its bed time for every one under four foot)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:07:13 PM)
( -sighs- Guess that's my call..... -wanders off to bed- )

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:08:59 PM)
*He bobbed his head* No plans on doign otherwise. Armand caught crawfish and dug shells for a livin and that suits me just fine and keeps a roof over our communal heads. He also drank heavily and chased a lot of women which does not seem an all bad past time either after being deprived of sensation for the last who knows how many aeons. As far as where you can find me I got a place over by the Pontchartrain. On the southwest side to be specific.

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:13:48 PM)
*Reaching up over her head she pulled her self up in to the branches, back in the crook shed been occupiying earlier. Far from hidden, more just a bystandar for now. Her dark eyes never leaving the two men as they talk.*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:14:52 PM)
"It is rare that I seek out others", he stated honestly. His arms crossed along the branch he reclined against as he got more comfortable, "But I have your name, should I find need of you, you will know of it I am sure. That being said...", his golden eyes focused more intently on the other Rabisu, "..loyalty to house is a trait I hold in high regard. If you have need, call on me, should your request be just, I will do as I can to aid you. I would see you prosper, at least long enough to prove yourself so that I might give to you title and land of your own."

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:20:27 PM)
*For his part Armand seemed content to stand knee deep in that incredibly tenacious swamp and river mud. It seemed such a setting suited the host as well as the current tenant of the body. Though it was also just as clear he noted each and every move Riko made as she adjusted herself in the tree the fellow clearly did not assume he was safe just because someone said he was.* Very well, and I like to think I have never double dealt or double crossed anyone even back in the day when things got ugly. And at the same time I try to not call on others unless forced. With all due respect I find my own self to be the most reliable being I know. *He then shifted the topic a bit* The other night Swan was babbling about a serpent in the swamp eating me. I was not going to give him the satisfaction of asking what he was talking about but a bit of enlightenment if you had it would be nice.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:22:50 PM)
He grunted again, that strange replacement he had for true laughter, and he shook his head slightly. His golden eyes moved to travel down his immense body and the mass of serpentine scales that coiled around the old oak. He arched a brow slightly before returning that gaze to Armand. "That would be me."

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:23:41 PM)
*she bit lightly down on her lower lip, and her eyes lit up mischeviously. Doing her best to not laugh, it came threw any way. Though it was obviously not directed at Armand. A sweet soft laughter that reminded one of the birds that suriounded her. *

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:27:11 PM)
Dat thought did cross my mind, the way he said it though I was thinking something other than our kind. Of course this was after I suggested he go play hide and go fuck himself so I doubt he was inclined to be very helpful at the time. *At last Armand waded over to the roots of Riko's tree and pulled his legs out of the mud and the leeches. If her laughter had any affect on him he did not show it.* So I guess what i am asking is there anything around I need to worry about sides getting sideways with the local Court. *The way the Creole butchered the english language with his accent they would probably wish he shifted back to Enochian.*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:31:38 PM)
He nodded feintly, the slender ivory horns flashing a brilliant white in the moonlight. As his mind was led to thoughts uncomfortable to him his scales and skin began to darken, the pale marble white becoming more of a dark murky grey. "Two of the ancients, bound to stone, have been interfering with the local fallen. Keep your eyes pealed for they are dangerous and not to be underestimated."

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:37:27 PM)
That was what I was tinkin he meant when he made the statement, but I reckon you were the serpent he was referring to makes more sense considering your position. *He settled onto the roots a bit more and tilted his legs and dumped some of the muck out of his boots. He still showed no sign or inclination of revealing anymore of his true nature.* Is there anything else I should know about before I step into a pile of something I woulda rather not stepped in?

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:37:36 PM)
*Riko's eyes following his moves curiously as he came up to the ruits of the tree she was perched on. Though she didnt seem at all adverse to shairing the shelter. A few of the colorful birds in the branches fluttered but remained for the most part still. The slender silver and black ten inch pigmi rattel snake carefully wrapped around her shoulders slid down her arm and began to wind around her wrist*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:42:36 PM)
He shook his head slightly, the snow white hair like woven spider's silk falling in curtains to frame his face. His coils had begun to shift around the tree a bit more now as the conversation drew on, potential energy bound within corded muscle, it was obvious he was unused to such long social interactions. "Be mindful of the laws put forth by the court. Interfere not with the followers of another. Interfere not with the territory of another. Respect the hierarchy and ranks of authority and protect the security of our existance and that of the court at all times. Manage these simple tasks, and you will avoid unecessary complication. I have already destroyed and consumed one who was unable....."

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:44:54 PM)
Good enough. *He stood back up into the much of the swamp.* Thank you for the time, hospitality, and information. I will let the two *He arched his head back and looked up at Riko* of you get back to your evening.

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:45:07 PM)
(much = muck)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:47:29 PM)
He bowed his head slightly, a subtle gesture of respect, and more than he'd offered most of the other minister's thus far. Apparently, sharing the house of the wilds was a large perk where Zaebos was concerned. "Very well. Court gathers tomorow....it would be in your best interest to make appearance if you are able. The Lady Tyrant will wish to meet you and to be recognized, you will need membership within the ministries. A necessary function, if distasteful....", he admitted easily, "I suspect to see you then."

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:50:34 PM)
*she gave him a supprisingly sweet smile. Giving him a little nod, her voice soft and sweet as her hands rested on the branch on eather side of her hips* It was a pleasure to meet you.

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:53:37 PM)
I will do my best to be there fates willin and the crick don't rise. *He then smiled to Riko* Likewise *He turned back and bowed his head back in return to Tokugawa. Then turned and started wading back toward where he left his boat. Along the way he pulled out a tin of chew and snapped his finger into the lid with practiced ease before popping the can open and inserting a pinch between cheek and gum. He then pocketed the tin and kept on walking slushing along as he went. Like most of their house the words of parting were short and not drawn out like some Lammasu with delusions of grandure.*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:55:43 PM)
( Now I need to NPC one of my thralls, for my PC thrall... )

Armand Duplessis (Nov 13, 2010 10:56:44 PM)
(Later man and thanks)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Nov 13, 2010 10:56:54 PM)
( Np, thanks for the RP. ^_^

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:57:01 PM)
(see you both soon!)

Riko Nakamura (Nov 13, 2010 10:57:07 PM)
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