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Rukia Kuchiki ([personal profile] damn_juicebox) wrote in [community profile] melodiesoflife2016-09-04 03:20 pm

To Esdham!

WHO: Rukia Kuchiki, OPEN
WHAT: Rukia makes a trip to Esdham for multiple purposes, the least of which is to deliver a beautifully illustrated report of the past month's summary. You might find it useful if you got lost in the last event. You might not. The post is for the report itself, but feel free to tag in for CR on the way there, on the way back, or while in Esdham itself.
WHEN: September 5th - 7th
WHERE: Esdham


As you were already made aware, the Tarutaru Palitutu, formerly known as Jessie, sent an ultimatum to the Heroes of Light requesting a meeting on the Calm Plains. If they did not appear, she threatened she would destroy the city of Aqures Ixen. We went to meet her as requested, and as promised she appeared with the Moogle Artemicion and the Heran known as Deweg. Upon arrival she asked if the Heroes of Light had discovered an alternative to defeating the Calamity that had not been previously attempted by former generations of Heroes. She claimed that our attempt to communicate with the Calamity through the Avatars had merit. She claimed that we needed these three things:

1. To improve and perfect the Soul Divider, located in the First Crystal.
2. To control the fragment of the Calamity that lingers within all Heroes summoned to this world.
3. The power to face Garland.

To test us, she attacked with the Ultima Weapon.



We were called upon to use our strongest attacks and abilities. Though some perished, it was only temporarily, and no casualties were suffered. As for Deweg's status, we cannot confirm it at this time.

Directly after the defeat of the Ultima Weapon, Palitutu banished us to the Rift, where we were able to gain access to our home worlds. It took the entirety of the month, and though many did find their way to their home worlds, we were not able to locate Palitutu until the very end of August. Accompanied by Artemicion, she informed us that she would consider us too weak to do what needed to be done unless we managed to kill her.

The ensuing battle was short, and we did come very close to ending her life. Though it was heavily considered to let her die, and heatedly debated, in the end we decided it was best to keep her alive for the time being so long as we had a way to prevent her from simply teleporting away to resume her previous crimes.



Artemicion is, as far as I am aware, currently incarcerated while Palitutu remains in critical condition at the hospital. Her fate is to be decided at a later time, presumably by the current regent Cid, but possibly by the Heroes should he defer the decision to us. In the aftermath of the battle, a gold crystal was given to us by Palitutu, which is being used to slow the progress of the Calamity and buy us more time to accomplish our objectives.

We apologize for the length of our absence and, after sufficient rest, we are ready to resume our duties to halting the crystallization of this world and saving those worlds from which we hail.
dammit_yuri: (15)

[personal profile] dammit_yuri 2016-09-04 10:52 pm (UTC)(link)
[Flynn had actually found the report to be incredibly helpful, as he was missing in action for the entire thing. After accompanying her to Esdham, things seemed calm enough until she had to actually deliver the report.]

Thank you for putting this together. I can't imagine how tired you must be after everything, and still there are things to be done. If there's anything I can do for you, let me know, okay Rukia?
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[personal profile] ranoutofbugs 2016-09-04 11:09 pm (UTC)(link)
[Going on another road trip after that incident where they were all transported to the southern hemisphere... well, at least this one was nice enough. Pulling up next to Rukia, Lailah was still getting accustomed to being able to interact with the people around her, despite being in Crystallis for several months. Luckily, Rukia came from a similar situation.]

So, what kind of place is Edhsam like, Rukia?
water_meebo: @kagaminokakera (❄ ɪ ᴄᴀɴ'ᴛ sᴀʏ ғᴏʀ ᴄᴇʀᴛᴀɪɴ)

Gonna hit this first with Mikleo since I 'm on his account :D

[personal profile] water_meebo 2016-09-06 04:34 am (UTC)(link)
[ Mikleo is silent for a long time as he listens to her words. The battle was a harsh one and he was one of the few that thought it was better to keep her alive. Sure she was frustrating and she tried to kill everyone-- and abandoned many of the Heroes of Light to their death but generally, they needed answers and answers would need to come from her.

Of course, for the time being he didn't really know what to expect of the situation other than to take it as it is. He was after all watching every minute of it happening in silence, while wanting to say things but keeping himself from doing so because his thoughts were mostly voiced by the many that were on his side. He only supported them with potions and other healing things he had packed. ]


It's truly unfortunate that she has to go through such means to make a point. I can't say her methods are ideal-- but I suppose in a way, it is giving us the question of how strong is our determination?

[ He closed his eyes. ]

Thank you for this, even if I have experienced it myself, it is helpful for those who were not involved in the initial fight. I've also learned what I have missed as well.
dammit_flynn: starryheavens (→ just looking)

[personal profile] dammit_flynn 2016-09-06 05:11 am (UTC)(link)
[ Yuri isn't sure if Rukia had heard the news or anything in regards to what has happened with Raven. He knew it was a long time coming. The old man would fall into the stasis and come out several times. Yuri was prepared for it but it wasn't exactly something he expected right after a large battle that took place. Sure he should have involved himself more and sure he should have killed Palitutu the minute he got his hands on her whereabouts but no he didn't. Clearly, there were already many people after her head.

He didn't need to be part of that massacre. Ironically she was at the hospital in critical state. At least from what he observed. Never once did he actually enter the scene of the battle. He watched it from the sideline and would intervene if it was something he needed to do. In this case, not really. It was clear what everyone's stances were and he didn't need to chime in to join the party. He stroked Repede's head briefly as the dog whined a little noticing that his master was in deep thought.

He shifts back up to find Rukia and her report. As silly as it seemed, it was a lot more helpful than he would like to admit. It was summarized perfectly for everyone that wanted a detailed description of what was going on. ]


As silly as your artistic abilities are, Shorty, you sure make one hell of a story teller.

[ he replied giving her a wave of his hand. He's going to start off as delicately as he can and hopes that she has either heard of it and going to talk to him about it or he'll have to tell her what has happened to Raven. He'll see how this goes. ]
dammit_flynn: starryheavens (→ yeah right)

[personal profile] dammit_flynn 2016-09-06 06:34 am (UTC)(link)
[ She seemed okay but looking okay and being okay are two totally different things and Yuri can tell that there's something on her mind. Yes, he is also aware that Flynn is somewhere about here. He ran into the other before he found Rukia. Yuri can tell that she's productive with everything she's doing. He honestly can see why she and Flynn get along as well.

Of course, he doesn't openly say all of this mostly because he doesn't want to have any serious conversations. It wasn't an insult but she could take it as she wants. He wouldn't correct her. He knows that he doesn't mean anything mean by it mostly. ]


Whatever you want to take it as, I suppose. It's helpful regardless.

[ He replies with a shrug. He smiles as he ruffles her hair. ]

That's out of the ordinary. You're usually requesting I take you back.

[ He joked, but he knew that they needed to speak so it's fine. ]

Huh, well it's not all that bad to pay in all, honestly.

[ He pats Repede some before the dog gives Rukia bark of greeting. Yuri takes a few steps towards the direction of the inn and turns back to ask her the question that's been on his mind. Of course, he knows she's probably suspecting something. He's also not trying to hide it. ]

How are you doing? Aside all the stuff that's been happening.
dammit_flynn: starryheavens (→ just saying)

[personal profile] dammit_flynn 2016-09-06 08:00 am (UTC)(link)
[ He's pretty happy with her pets as he leans into it for a moment and maybe she'll get a lick or two on her hand for the dog. Clearly, he's gotten fond of her as much as his master was. Repede did know how to judge people on his own too. ]

I suppose you're right but who knows with you, Shorty.

[ He added briefly. He did acknowledge her gesture of kindness. It was nice walking together every so often and they needed to talk anyway. ]

Heh. It wasn't all that delicate.

[ Yuri gives her a laugh. He was being considerate for the lack of better words. ]

Pretty much. You don't look like your usual self.

[ He waits for her to speak again without interrupting her as he keeps his hands crossed briefly. She does have a point on the fact that neither of them saw Raven during the whole event with the dimensional rifts. He was already expecting the worst. He can't say Rukia wasn't either. ]

You sure don't sound it-- me?

[ He raised a brow. He should feel really upset with this but he doesn't. He knows that it's not like the other can control what happens to him. ] H-Hey.

[ What was that jab for? He didn't do anything wrong. ]

The old man's always trying to kick the bucket one way or another. He's done a bunch of crazy stuff, so I do expect him to get into these situations. He'll be back and kicking again once this is all over. He deserves a good rest anyway.

I'm pretty sure he had a good time when he's around.
Edited 2016-09-06 08:01 (UTC)
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[personal profile] ranoutofbugs 2016-09-07 02:44 am (UTC)(link)
Hmm. War does things to a beautiful land.

[She's seen it happen a few times in her lifespan. Not that she'll ever admit her age out loud.]

Then how about we go exploring together? Maybe we can find some local confections!
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[personal profile] dammit_yuri 2016-09-07 03:11 am (UTC)(link)
I'm sure there's much to be discovered. It's nothing to be ashamed of - if anything, it's a testament to your focus on your mission. And if there's anything good soldiers fight for, it's for the freedom of peace that hopefully comes afterward.
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[personal profile] water_meebo 2016-09-08 03:46 am (UTC)(link)
It does indeed. It isn't something we should take lightly.

[ He puts a hand under his chin as he closes his eyes. He seemed to be in deep thought for a moment. ]

Everyone was fueled by their emotions and what they wanted to do. Such things cannot easily be stopped. Unity is even harder to achieve when there are several different beliefs.

[ If this was Glenwood, the would have all been hit with the Malevolence and turned into Hellions. Mikleo would have to watch them all suffer a sad fate while being unable to do anything. Luckily it was not Glenwood and such things didn't exist here, but it didn't make it any less serious. ]

Killing her or attempting to kill her was fruitless from the beginning. She holds many keys that we need to unlock the mysteries we faced. Now she is in critical condition and are unable to do anything but wait and prevent the Calamity from consuming the world.

[ He clenched his fists. If only he had done more than he could back when the fight brewing but Mikleo knew he wasn't able to do anything on his own with the amount of people and emotions that were displayed. ]

It is still a very helpful thing you did, regardless of what reason it may be for. I am doing fine, much better than I was a few days ago-- and yourself?
dammit_flynn: starryheavens (→ will you shut up ?)

[personal profile] dammit_flynn 2016-09-08 05:45 am (UTC)(link)
[ Take it while it lasts before Repede goes back to his usual self. He knows she needs it so he's being nice to her because she takes good care of him sometimes when Yuri can't. ]

Close enough right?

[ He replied giving her a small smile. She isn't but Yuri is good at reading people so he will naturally pick up her vibes without her really showing them off. It's a talent and a curse for him when it comes to people. At least, he can gauge clearly with Rukia and the place that she's in right now. He keeps his distance from her to give her space but he doesn't hide that he's concerned. ]

It happens with the old man. He comes and goes as he pleases, even more easily than I do. He quite quick on his feet if you think about it. I get what you mean though. Doesn't mean that you don't feel anything about it right?

[ He gave Rukia a side glance as she said those words. ]

I figured it was something like that from the start. In any case, don't let it get you down too much. As cold as it sounds, I'm pretty sure the old man wants you to cheer up and have a good time for him when he can't right? So you just got to keep pressing forward and hopefully he'll be saved that way.

[ He wants to believe that wholeheartedly. ]

This place allows you to experience a lot of different things. Heh.
Edited 2016-09-08 05:45 (UTC)
dammit_flynn: starryheavens (→ got that right)

[personal profile] dammit_flynn 2016-09-12 03:40 am (UTC)(link)
Good.I don't want to sound like I don't give a rat's ass about him when I do.

[ He replied with a brief laugh at her comment. He really didn't want to sound like a jerk right now but sometimes it's just how his personality is and the way he talks. He knows he can be a bit blunt and straight forward and not everyone will appreciate that gesture. ]

Not saying you will or anything. I trust you'll make the right decisions on your own. I'm not here to watch your every move right?

[ He shrugged a bit giving her the space she needed. He's not her parent. He didn't need to harass her about her feelings and her decisions. He's only there to help her if she ever goes astray. Right now he truly believes she'll be fine without him involving himself in her issues. He'll support her in a different way though. ]

Alright, Shorty, you're temporarily relieved of your duties and we're going exploring!

[ This is Yuri not taking responsibilities seriously. So, he's going start pushing her away from where she needs to go. ]
Edited 2016-09-12 03:40 (UTC)
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[personal profile] dammit_yuri 2016-09-12 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
I'm a bit tired of feeling useless. I know I've been on the sidelines for a while, because I wasn't sure if I even had the right to get involved in another world's affairs... but if the end is coming soon, then I don't want to have any regrets.
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[personal profile] ranoutofbugs 2016-09-12 04:10 am (UTC)(link)
Of course! Sounds like a plan!

[time-skip~]

[Lailah didn't have a watch, but she didn't seem all too concerned about the time, anyway. The airship docks were lively as people were still coming and going, but at least it was well-lit so she could keep an eye out for Rukia.]
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[personal profile] water_meebo 2016-09-12 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
I suppose in a way that word is fitting. She is pitiful.

[ He replied nodding his head to her words. She wasn't wrong about it either. He didn't want to sound objective but Palitutu was a source of answers that they all desperately need and now they didn't even know if she'll survive. The Crystals were all acting up strangely and he knew for a fact that people were dying and not coming back. What was going on?! He doesn't even know anymore. Once he found answers, he gained more questions. It was frustrating. ]

Indeed.I am not fond of her ways but I heard many stories about her. I don't recall ever really engaging with her the way others have. I only read about her in documents and such in the library and the computers that had our information displayed.

[ He looks away. ]

A lot of things have happened in the last few days, is what I meant to say. The past month has been the worst it's been since I came here.
Edited 2016-09-12 05:34 (UTC)

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