Karla (
swordprincess) wrote2013-08-21 12:50 am
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[Karla is...confused, to say the least. She didn't know who she was...but she hasn't thought about it either. She only thought of herself as just a girl, looking for her big brother. Others saw her as the Princess of Swords, a devastating warrior whose skill and beauty was talked about all over Elibe. She didn't care too much for that reputation, because she didn't care about fighting. The only thing on her mind was finding her brother.]
[But Zompano's recent takeover allowed her to become something else entirely. A wife and a mother with a family. She had to admit that she liked it while it lasted.]
[Her voice is filled with sadness and disappointment as she casually speaks into her journal.]
To be a wife and a mother, even for a short time, was...quite an illuminating experience. That's a kind of life I would have liked to live.
[At some point during the day, the Sword Princess can be found at the Battle Dome in yet another "bandits raiding the village" scenario. There are three bandits facing her now. They move in to attack, mercilessly swinging their axes at her. Karla dodges their attacks easily, as if they were moving in slow motion. And then three strokes from her sword led to three fallen bandits. The setting fades back into the usual empty room. Karla sighs as she sheaths her sword. Asch had shown her how to use the Battle Dome, but now she needs to learn how to make the scenarios more challenging.]
[Later on, she takes a break, sitting on the edge of the fountain in the plaza. She cradles her sword in her lap, stroking the smooth blade with her fingers. It's strange, having to get used to the sword all over again after temporarily forgetting her skill. As usual, she remains oblivious to the world around her. Approach her anyway?]
[But Zompano's recent takeover allowed her to become something else entirely. A wife and a mother with a family. She had to admit that she liked it while it lasted.]
[Her voice is filled with sadness and disappointment as she casually speaks into her journal.]
To be a wife and a mother, even for a short time, was...quite an illuminating experience. That's a kind of life I would have liked to live.
[At some point during the day, the Sword Princess can be found at the Battle Dome in yet another "bandits raiding the village" scenario. There are three bandits facing her now. They move in to attack, mercilessly swinging their axes at her. Karla dodges their attacks easily, as if they were moving in slow motion. And then three strokes from her sword led to three fallen bandits. The setting fades back into the usual empty room. Karla sighs as she sheaths her sword. Asch had shown her how to use the Battle Dome, but now she needs to learn how to make the scenarios more challenging.]
[Later on, she takes a break, sitting on the edge of the fountain in the plaza. She cradles her sword in her lap, stroking the smooth blade with her fingers. It's strange, having to get used to the sword all over again after temporarily forgetting her skill. As usual, she remains oblivious to the world around her. Approach her anyway?]
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[Eley wasn't one to have many friends when he first came here but now he has enough to keep him busy. And somehow he felt happier that way.]
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[She trails off as she recalls some people she's spoken to more than once. Effie, but she seems to be in a lot of trouble. Katniss, who only seemed to push her away. It hurt Karla more than she let on...perhaps even more than she realized. There was Cato...he seemed to have a lot in common with her, and they seemed to get along well. Again, she probably felt more sympathy for him than an actual fondness. Jack Horner, whom she doesn't even know what to make of. Maybe she's just speaking with the wrong people?]
...Who are your friends? What all do you do?
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[It was good that she had spoken to some people at least, but Eley knew that talking to the right people made a lot of difference. He hoped that if she didn't feel particularly close to anyone yet, those bonds might grow stronger in future.]
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[She's not sure if she knows either, but it still feels strange to meet someone else like that.]
Taking a walk...that's something I like to do...
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[Eley thinks for a moment. He didn't really know her that well... perhaps this would be a good opportunity for the both of them.]
Would you like to take a walk now?
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[She reaches out slowly, tentatively reaching for his hand, wondering if it's even possible to touch him, or if her hand would simply pass through him.]
I suppose taking a walk isn't a bad idea...
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He pulls her to her feet and begins to head in the direction hills.]
I am a Wind Spirit... who has been given a human form in Luceti. As such I am trying to learn what I can about what it means to be human, as well as how to interact with them.
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[Because at times, she questions just how human she is herself.]
[Regardless, she stands with Eley, flashing a semi-bright smile. Nothing like one would expect from a real killer.]
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Are you not human? I admit that I have a habit of assuming all are human here unless there is something to set them apart from the rest...
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[Her voice becomes gloomy again as she walks, focusing ahead.]
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You forget that you are human? That does not sound right... What else would you think yourself?
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[She stops, her face expressionless. Her voice becomes mostly expressionless as well, but with a small hint of sadness.]
When I fight...I focus solely on the battle itself. I forget everything else...my pain, my fatigue, my own human limits. I become the same as my blade. No thoughts or emotions, just the purpose of fighting.
[A pause as she lets out a deep sigh.]
I don't kill my opponents if I can help it, but...perhaps you are right about me.
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Even the knights of Agkelos, a race born to uphold peace, have had to take lives against their will. They try not to and that is all I can ask of them. Sometimes... people must fight to protect themselves and to protect others. I do not like it and long for a time when it will not be necessary... but I cannot totally condemn anyone who acknowledges that killing is something they wish to avoid.
What really matters is if you are trying to improve... if you can control yourself.
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But I'm not...like that. I don't fight to protect myself or others...
[Though she has found herself doing that more in Luceti. She's already explained her reason for fighting, so she won't repeat herself. At least she has already mastered the control of her strength, out of fear of losing her own sanity, if nothing else.]
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[There's certainly a renewed wariness about the Spirit now. What good was fighting if it wasn't for protection? It didn't matter how personal the reason or otherwise, to fight, but not for others, was not acceptable in his mind.]
Luceti has taught me many things. Perhaps it will teach you as well.
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...Is it possible...is it possible to change without losing my dream?
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[To find her brother? To become like him? To surpass him? He could see any of those things being true... but in order to answer her, he has to know where she's coming from.]
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[She wouldn't force Karel to come home again, but she just desperately wants to see him again...]
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[That was something he had learned about families. Even the family he had had, the family that was a lie, is something he will never forget]
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My brother has been gone for a long time. He only seeks out strong opponents. I wonder...if I even exist to him anymore...
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It sounds as though he has an... obsession. Was he with you before you were brought here?
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It does seem that way. He was not with me...I haven't seen him in so long...
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Then either he will come here as well or you will be able to continue your search when you return to your world. I know it must be hard to let go of that dream for now... but it will do you good.
I have been told that our worlds are safe during our time here. I sincerely hope that is correct... or my planet will be in great danger. Hold onto that thought.
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...What can I do then?
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I will admit that I am probably not the best person to ask... I am new to many things and so my knowledge is limited. I am also quite content being... still. Time has no meaning for a being like myself.
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