The Masters

[Shelus]

Okay Dark One... I've posted....

FEEL MY WRATH!!!! HAHAHA!!!!

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*cough* Man... my throat is killing me.

[Anomaly]

Lol, I'm here. Just as Loco said I've been lurking around. Kind of had a loss in motivation for this site so I come here from time to time. But anyway, I am still here for anything you need me for. I would love for something to do to here in the club as well...XD

In the near future it is likely we're going ot be engaging in more battles that are related to competition. While I already know your strength, I don't want you getting rusty. Some of the other Masters are engaging in battles with other club members, while others are fightning for ranking within The Masters.

I was wondering if you would like to spar. Beat me or come close and there would be a rank up in it for you.

[Zardoch]

Meh, I might. I'm still busy with other things and such, but I might be able to fit in a battle with you. We never really finished our fight way back then. I may create a new character to, not sure. I'll give you a heads up if I can.

[Slim Perfect]

@Anomaly: We haven't seen much of Tainted Mage lately so would you mind postponing the start of your 'countdown' of sorts for the two weeks until we hear from him? I'd just like to make sure he's around. It would be a shame if he showed up and there were only a day or two left for him to battle me.

[Anomaly]

To Leonarc: Well it would be easier to participate in club activities if you had a club character at the ready to utilize. Take however much time you need, but I like to have my members keyed up for anything. Rather than him and haw around when battle calls, I prefer to be at the fore.

To Slim: *nod* very well. We'll go two weeks from the first post that either of you make.

[Zardoch]

Point taken XD, I'm not sure who to make club character though ...I have so many. But, I'll decide my club character tonight for you so we can begin as soon as possible.

Anyway, I've also been working on another project you may find interesting. I'll PM you the details. I'm not sure if it's new or not, but TM may enjoy the concept of what I'm going to create soon.

[Prodigal Madness]

I got fired on a complete lie, by a manager who's tried to fire me like 3 or 4 times... Been a bit busy with that and schhol. >_>

Hopefully, he'll be fired, or I'll at least get my job back so I can go: I quit because of completely unprofessional behavior in the workplace.

[Lucid]

Oh man...my mouth feels like someone's wrenched it open far more than it should be...but at least my wisdom teeth are gone now...
*Goes back to sleep*

[Shelus]

Ahhh Makoto... nice to see you back. ^_^ I remember getting a few my teeth pulled out when I was about... Um... possibly around 7 or 8. Turns out I got my wisdom teeth pulled and I didn't even know it.

Mage... where did you work?

[Anomaly]

To Mage: That sucks. I hope you can find work again soon. I've never really had that problem with supervision, but I can understand how frustrating it must be.

To Makoto: I remember you telling me about that. When my dad had his wisdom teeth out he was eating soup for a week. I hope they gave you some good pain medication and that your gums heal. Pleasant dreams

Anyone seen Saix Fatima around? He said he was going to post in our battle a few days ago and I've still not seen anything from him.

[Shelus]

The last day he was on was October 4th and his last post was later september. It mentions something about a tragedy, so... might be bad. Oh well... proly nothing.

[Slim Perfect]

...?

Are me and Mage having a battle or what?

[Shelus]

Anomaly... I have had a great ride along side The Masters and I hope to do so in the future. My post today is kind of odd seeing as how I'm not sure how to word it, but... here goes;

An old friend has discovered my wherabouts and has decided to send me a letter. It simply reads that he wishes for me to come and see him, kinda urgent like I suppose. And you should of seen this letter. @_@ Nice and fancy. lol But anywhom... It's not as simple as taking a plane over there and meeting him at the airport. He seems to be putting out all the stops for this and many more down the road. I pretty much just have to go there and take the long detour to his residence. Other than that, I'll be gone for quite some time.

I feel I know what it is about though. Hence how my post started. Hopefully I return.... hopefully.

By the way... I'm sorry I wont be able to finish testing Dark One. I really wanted to complete that as well as Wintermetals training. But this matter is quite important.

Again... it was a very fun time I had, I hope to return in one piece.

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Side, Shane and Shelus gather in the arena of Confliction. One of the hallowed domes that belongs to The Master's floating fortress. The arena where all three spent countless hours learning and practicing for times to come. The dust here is red as usual as it covers the long forgotten statues of ancient warriors and gladiators alike.

They all stand here in the center of this arena... remembering all the great times of past. Today however, they are not here to train or practise. They are here to say their goodbyes, and to leave their mark on the arena.

Side... usually a bit cocky and arrogent at times, steps forth. He has firm hold of the Poetic Night as he forces it into the ground before him.

I remember the first battle I had with you Anomaly... I was a bit wounded and was heading for that village to save my friend. Although you let me live... I was barely able to bring her to saftey before passing out... Bad Blood that was. I'll always remember that second battle... not much of it though. I wasn't quite myself that day... Persona Struggle.

Shane... usually quiet and not talkative unless spoken to. He has a great grip upon the hilt of the Kaitoryu as he forces it into the ground before him... next to the Poetic Night.

Um... I don't think we talked much, but... you took care of Side. Or watched over him from a distance. Either way... he's still alive. For that I thank you.

Shelus... Bright, colorful, serious, sometimes sweet and sometimes very insane and out of control. He bears little pressure amongst the Shelus Blade as he steps forth. He however does not stick his into the ground. It merely hovers in front of the two that do.

Anomaly... you were my greatest match. Our powers corrupted the heavens that first time we met. We both saw each others strengths... we both felt each others strengths. Their is no feeling in the world then having survived that battle with you. When... if we return... I will ask for another.

As the three stand behind their weapons... a bright light, soft yet warm light forms in front of Shelus who is standing in between Side and Shane. This light covers all three of them as they glance one last time at the marvel they must leave behind. And just like that... they are gone. Their weapons... left behind as a testament that they will one day return to this place. The Aura in the arena is now more immense than ever. It tells stories of three adventurers who saw the ends of the earth together.

A feather with a message atached to it is left behind for the Anomalists. It reads;

Until we return... use these as you desire.

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Again... thank you for everything... and sorry. -Shane

Heh... heh... heh...

[Anomaly]

...I regret this, but I understand. May your journey be a safe one. You will always be welcome in The Masters. Godspeed.

*moment of silence*

Dark One, though you did not recieve a full test the Godhand shall judge from what you have written thus far. Expect a ruling sometime later this week.

Slim. I'm unaware if Mage ever accepted battle with you. If he did not, you will simpley have to wait until he is back again. If he did, we will discuss the awardment of a consolation for his tardiness in reply.

I'm sorry for my absence the past few days. As the year draws to a close things get busier and busier for me. I will be here during the week, but the weekends are not mine to claim.

...we seem to be losing a few members, for whatever reason. Yet at the same time, new prospects march before us. New members...new horizons...these are the reasons why we came here to begin with. I do not know what the future holds...but we shall find out together.

[Slim Perfect]

Cordienne is walking speedily through the halls of the fortress, looking for Side, Shane, or Shelus, his 'bosses' of sorts. He had heard something troubling and was intent on finding out whether or not such a terrifying rumour had really been just that.
He became slightly worried as he came across more and more empty rooms, empty, at least, of his three betters.
Until finally, just soon enough, but at the same time, just too late, he finds them. All three in the arena of Confliction, their weapons corrupting the path between themselves and Anomaly.

As the three stand behind their weapons... a bright light, soft yet warm light forms in front of Shelus who is standing in between Side and Shane. This light covers all three of them as they glance one last time at the marvel they must leave behind. And just like that... they are gone. Their weapons... left behind as a testament that they will one day return to this place. The Aura in the arena is now more immense than ever. It tells stories of three adventurers who saw the ends of the earth together.

A feather with a message atached to it is left behind for the Anomalists. It reads;

Until we return... use these as you desire.

Cordienne stands quietly, wide-eyed, and drops to his knees. He pounds the ground with his mighty fists, creating a slight tremor on the ground as well as, when combined with the deep breaths he proceeds to take, the awkward silence.

He looks at Anomaly from the ground and roars...

"Sir! It is only fair for you to answer for me, what will you do now? Someone needs to fill Shelus' position, no? If I may be so bold as to ask, I would like to do just that, if only temporarily. But of course, the decision is yours and yours alone, but I would at least require that you allow me to weild the Kaitoryu in their absence. I believe that I may be able to harness the powers of such a weapon, and I wish to have a more important connection to my masters, during battle, while they are gone. I thank you in advance for your decision, as I am sure it will be an educated one."

OOC: Now that you mention it, I don't think Mage ever DID accept my challenge. Silly me. Hahahah.

[Anomaly]

Hmm...let me think about it. There are other things that will need to be re-organized.

Dark Ones testing is not the only thing this absence will disturb.

EDIT:

I have decided.

Shane's position as Riu-Jin in the MMD shall not be disturbed until the Arbitor recommends a suitable replacement.

The pupil Shane was testing, Dark One, will be allowed to join The Masters under certain conditions, including intensive training to improve his abilities.

Shanes weapons...

*three tongues of black lightning snake from the Anomalists gauntleted hand and wrap about the abandoned weapons. They rise and come to him as if called.*

The Kaitoryu? You wish to weild it Slim? So be it...but the others stay with me.

[GrimmJaw]

I do apologize for my absence, as of late, I have been overly busy dealing with things at home, and at school. Most of it's been settled, and I will be posting more frequently. (Not that I posted a whole buch before I left. *Shrugs*)

[Slim Perfect]

Thank you Anomaly, I appreciate your kindness.

[Prodigal Madness]

Kohl's.

Still trying to get this done, likely going to contact corprate to have this delt with as it seems the head guy is blowing me off.

And sorry, as you can tell, I'm a bit busy to be beginning a new rp. School stuff also seems to be pilling up. I think I'll call it my midlife crisis and be done with it.

[Dark One]

I do apologize for my absence, as of late, I have been overly busy dealing with things at home, and at school. Most of it's been settled, and I will be posting more frequently. (Not that I posted a whole buch before I left. *Shrugs*)

Thanks I well start working on a create a new, more original character.
,learn how to use "quote" marks to mark speech separate from thought and action. I well be ready in one week.

O slim asked in the thread if he could finish the fight. I don't care. I'm not sure if I have a say in it but I'm okay with it.

[Slim Perfect]

Evidently, Mage is unable to do battle with me, and I am currently stuck awaiting a battle for a 'rank-up.' If anyone else should wish to fight me in these regards, let me know, it's been far too long since I've RPed!

[Dark One]

Okay I have just read what Shelus posted. God I was wondering why he would not Pm me back. I know that you well come back some day to the masters. Thanks for testing me Shelus if you read these before you go. You showed me allot of new tricks and tips and for that I thank you deeply. You well be missed but family and friends are important. Don’t forget about your family here.

Thanks

Anyways I well be on alot these weekend so I well work on my stats and make a new Rpb character. I’m also buy a new laptop so then I well have even more time.

Well thanks

[Victoria]

For the umpteenth time, Shelus is a HE. Geez.

[Dark One]

For the umpteenth time, Shelus is a HE. Geez.

Hahaha Sorru about that I forget. I look at a person’s avatars, sigs and username. Well then I think male or female. Sorry. and you have only said it two time but after 2 time I should know.

Any ways Slim if you just want to fight just to do it. I need to work on my RPB skill and get some training in. I would have to us Master Link from the fight with Shelus. He is the only one ready at this time but if not that’s okay.

Thanks

[Slim Perfect]

Hahaha Sorru about that I forget. I look at a person’s avatars, sigs and username. Well then I think male or female. Sorry. and you have only said it two time but after 2 time I should know.

Any ways Slim if you just want to fight just to do it. I need to work on my RPB skill and get some training in. I would have to us Master Link from the fight with Shelus. He is the only one ready at this time but if not that’s okay.

Thanks

Actually, I am looking for a 'rank-up' battle, and if I'm not mistaken, that means I have to challenge someone who is one rank higher than myself. I am not completely clear on these rules however, and I would ask Anomaly to clear this up for me.

Umm.. Anomaly?

[Anomaly]

Hahaha Sorru about that I forget. I look at a person’s avatars, sigs and username. Well then I think male or female. Sorry. and you have only said it two time but after 2 time I should know.

You're rather amusing Dark One, did you know that? Shelus would probably scowl at me, but I find the whole situation very entertaining.

Welcome Dark One...make yourself at home.

Actually, I am looking for a 'rank-up' battle, and if I'm not mistaken, that means I have to challenge someone who is one rank higher than myself. I am not completely clear on these rules however, and I would ask Anomaly to clear this up for me.

Umm.. Anomaly?

Well, lets see...given that you're both essentially the same rank, whoever wins would advance one rank in The Masters. If Dark One is willing to compete with his old character, I have no problem with setting up a clash between you two. I suppose it would be fitting, Slim, given you now hold a weapon forged by Shelus.

[Slim Perfect]

Okay, sounds excellent. I have an idea though, because the way Shelus and Dark One's battle ended is still bothering me. It's open-endedness that is. Perhaps you could write up a little introduction explaining how Shelus left the battle and how Dark One was accepted, then you could explain the part I play in all of this, and introduce us into a battle.

Anyway, however you wish to do it is good with me, I'd be glad to face off against Dark One.

[Anomaly]

*nod* yes, of course, that sounds most suitable. Provided Dark One accepts the challenge as a ranking match.

[Dark One]

I do humbly take the Challenge of Slim. I would like to change a few thing s on link but I'm sure by the time you read this I well have fixed it. I'm just going to fix some details that’s all.

Slim- I do not know your details and stats so if you could please point me to them.

Due to events beyond our control, this test must be suspended.

The Godhand has convined. Dark One, we will let you join The Masters as a Novice. However, there are three conditions.

1.) We require you to create a new, more original character.
2.) We require you to learn how to use "quote" marks to mark speech seperate from thought and action.
3.) We require you to report in one weeks time to the Grand Master for intensive training.

That is all.

Anomaly- I will be posting a new person by the end of the day. I'm hoping ! I have the whole day and night to type it up. Also well I have to fight in one week if I'm fighting slim still. I can do it but It well go very slow.
Well just tell me.

You're rather amusing Dark One, did you know that? Shelus would probably scowl at me, but I find the whole situation very entertaining.

Welcome Dark One...make yourself at home.


Well, lets see...given that you're both essentially the same rank, whoever wins would advance one rank in The Masters. If Dark One is willing to compete with his old character, I have no problem with setting up a clash between you two. I suppose it would be fitting, Slim, given you now hold a weapon forged by Shelus.

I seem to do that a lot lol and thanks for the welcome.

[Slim Perfect]

Waarne Gharough flies along in an airship, with an expression of determination across his face.

No he had not purchased an airship of his own, but simply was given the favour of riding in one by a kindly fellow. Kindly, especially, after the 2 000 gold that was given to him to help 'convice' him to deliver Waarne to his requested destination.

The clouds break, and directly in the airships path floated the Masters floating fortress.

"We have arrived, pilot!" names were never a formailty to Waarne, especially on such short term relationships. "Now fly me in closer and I shall bid you farewell."

"Will do," replies the pilot in a very southernlike accent.

The airship honed in on the platform of land on which the fortress floated, and pulled up a mere six feet from it.

"Thank you friend, for your assistance. Have a safe flight home." And at that, Waarne leaped from the ship, landing on the land, a comfortable foot and a half from the edge.

However, the ground began to shake under his feet, and he could tell it was going to give way. It seemed as though he had landed on poorly supported spot of land. There was no time to react, before he was plummeting to his death.

A streak of brown and white feathers dart directly through Waarne's path, and Waarne's fall ceased. He was now soaring in a horizontal direction, clasped in the talons of an enormous eagle.

The eagle mounts itself on a stronger portion of the fortresses base, and releases Waarne from its grasp. A voice calls to him as a cloaked figure climbs down from the birds back.

"That was a close one stranger. You wouldn't have survived a fall from a height such as this." The cloaked man speaks, his forked tongue spitting out from his scaled beak every so often. "I didn't just save the life of a Master did I? If that was the case, I'm sure you could escort me to Anomaly?" The man asks hopefully.

"Perhaps I could, if I was indeed of The Masters. However, I am simply here in hopes of finding a specific someone," Waarne says with a tone of sadness in his voice. Clearly he had been searching for this person a long time.

"Well, we share that specific goal, my friend. May we travel together, so as not to get lost alone in such a place?"

"You, however, search for a being by the name of Anomaly, whilst I am searching for Cordienne Groulx, my brother."

"Hahah!" A look of surprise and happiness now shone across the cloaked man's face. "Perhaps we share much more in common than we know! I too search for a man by that name!"

"You know of him!? How!?"

"I trained him in the art of combat when he was a young boy, and I heard that now he has become a pupil of the great Anomaly, and a member of the Masters! See, The Masters are a very highly respected group of combatants and I wanted to congratulate him. I also thought it might be good to see Cordienne, finally developed into a full grown man. It's been quite a long time since he has left me."

"Well then, if Anomaly is his Master, then I suppose he will know where Cordienne is," says Waarne, now feeling much more confident, knowing he is so close to his brother.

"Precisely. And, by the way, my name is Drake Atakoh, it's a pleasure to meet the great Waarne Gharough."

"How do you know my name?" asks Waarne, almost worriedly.

"Your brother spoke very highly of you. It must have killed him to leave you those many years ago."

At that, they continued on, silently, into the fortress, leaving the eagle to do as he wished. Upon entering the front doors they were greeted by a strange feeling. It felt as though someone was watching them, very closely.

"Do not worry. Allow me to do the talking and there should be no problems." Drake whispers to Waarne in a very confident tone.

"ANOMALY! WE HUMBLY REQUEST ENTRANCE INTO THE FORTRESS! YOU MAY NOT KNOW OF ME, HOWEVER I KNOW VERY WELL OF YOU! SHOULD YOU DECIDE TO DISALLOW US TEMPORARY ENTRANCE, I SHALL REQUEST THAT YOU DUEL US, WITH ONE OTHER OF YOUR CHOICE, IN A TWO-ON-TWO ENTRY BATTLE INTO THE MASTERS, SO THAT WE MAY BE FREE TO WALK THE HALLS OF YOUR FORTRESS, AND FIND WHO IT IS WE ARE SEARCHING FOR!" Drake shouts into the foyer, his voice echoing off the walls of the building.

"What? Wouldn't you think to ask for my consent before throwing me into battle with someone, much less two people, powerful enough to be a member of The Masters!"

"Evidently not. But stop worrying yourself, you're a big boy, and I'll be fighting with you. Oh, and by the way, Anomaly is the MASTER of The Masters. Get ready to have some fun."

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Okay, so this is considered my attempt at asking you, Anomaly, for an entry battle between you and myself, for my characters Waarne and Drake. I will require that you battle me using Anomaly and one other so as to make things a little more interesting (2 on 2). I'll bet no one's ever tried something like this before, eh? Hahah, I hope you'll accept.