| "Ugh, such a long day" Irina said slouching onto her bed giving a tired sigh. It was a good feeling to finally lie down on your bed after a stiff day of standing and keeping guard, and the occasional fall in Irina's case. Rolling over on her bed, she opened her eyes, and the first thing that she saw was that ever so familiar set of instructions from her coworkers. What was it again? They said something fabulous would happen if she performed some strange ritual of some sort. Reading them over, she sounded the words in her head. Draw a summoning circle on the floor in this pattern The first step said. "Hmmm" she thought to herself tapping her chin as she got up from her bed and took a step. This was followed by a fall to the floor nose first. "Ow..." Rubbing her nose, she rummaged through her cabinets for some chalk. "Chalk....chalk.... ah!" Taking a piece of chalk out, she promptly did what the step told her to do drawing a circle in the middle of her room. There was just enough space for it to fit The next step: Light four candles and place them in these spots on the circle "Candles...candles...." She muttered to herself pulling out a lighter and striking it. She lit the four candles and placed them in their respective places. "There..." she said giving a sigh of relief that everything went smoothly, little did she know that the bottom of her skirt caught fire as she had reared into the candle behind her. "Hot hot hot!!" she yelped slapping her bottom to get rid of the flames. Checking once more that the "hot" flames were gone and only a charred butt was left, she sighed and sat down Seiza style. Step three: Voice this chant and wait Irina tilted her head at such a strange instruction. "Well, I guess if I have to, then okay" Silver and iron to the origin. Gem and the archduke of contracts to the cornerstone. The ancestor is my great master Schweinorg. "Ow!" Irina yelped as she felt a throbbing pain in her mouth. She bit her tongue from saying Schweinorg, and stuck it out to massage it with her fingers. Clearing her throat and doing her best to ignore the sore tongue of hers, she continued the chant. The alighted wind becomes a wall. The gates in the four directions close, coming from the crown, the three-forked road that leads to the kingdom circulate. Shut, fill. Shut, fill. Shut, fill. Shut, fill. Shut, fill. Repeat every five times. Simply, shatter once filled." She slits her ring finger and lets the blood drip onto the center of the circle and onto the blade. " ――――I announce. Your self is under me, my doom is in your sword. In accordance with the resort of the Holy Grail, if you abide by this feeling, this reason, then answer. Here is my oath. I am the one who becomes all the good of the world of the dead, I am the one who lays out all the evil of the world of the dead Pausing a moment, she looked around. Nothing yet. Well, the instructions said to wait, so Irina did just that. Of course, she was still really sleepy, and her eyes felt droopedy as she started to doze off. |
Shifo-ChanSep 6, 2012 5:47 PM
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| The summoning circle started to radiate with a candid,vivid golden light.It started to twirl,sending sparkles around,as it began to rise,forming a small tornado.It retreated to the middle of the circle,forming the figure of a man. His golden locks flew,caressed by unknown wind.A white toga adorned his well-formed body,and gold sandals strapped his feet.The light died down,absorbed by the man's milky skin.He opened his eyes in time to see Irina almost fall asleep. An amused smile graced his lips,as he stepped out of the circle,and knelt on both knees in front of her. "I have been called down from the Heavens upon;so I ask of thee,are you my Master?" he inquired,locking his oceanic gaze with hers. |
AngelicXISep 6, 2012 5:40 PM
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| Irina was snoring lightly rather oblivious to what had happened. A bit of drool was dripping from her mouth as she finally woke up when her newly attained servant started talking. "Uh! Huh?" she asked looking around eventually looking at her servant in the eyes. "Umm, who are you might I ask?" She was completely ignorant of the situation she was getting herself into. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer blinked softly."Umm.I am Archer,the servant you just summoned,in order to participate in the Holy Grail War." he explained,still on his knees.He titled his head to the side,taking her appearance in.He was pleased,to say the least.Her ditzy attitude amused him,and it was a charming trait. |
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| "Holy Grail War?" Irina asked still puzzled as she her legs started to feel numb. She got up and took a step forward to blow the candles out. Feeling the ground slip beneath her, she fell on the floor again with an implied "Oof" "Mmmm!" she wined as she swiped her hand. Instantly, all the candles in the room went out with a gust of wind. Still on the floor with her arms outstretched parallel to it, she said, "Maybe I should have thought o that before" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer nodded,and smiled widely at her clumsiness.He picked her up from the floor,and gently placed her down on the bed. "The Holy Grail War is a war for the Grail,a wish-granting device.Think of it like...a genie in a lamp,I suppose.Generally,Seven teams are formed,between Seven Masters and Seven Servants.Each Servant belongs to a different class.I am an Archer." he explained slowly,sitting down next to her. "By the way,my lady,you never told me your name." |
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| "My name's Irina, pleased to meet you errr... Archer" Irina replied swinging her feet back and forth. "A war?" The phrase rather surprised her as she has never really fought before. Even though she was the guard of a mansion living at it as if it were her own home (At the urge of her employer), her day to day life was quite boring indeed. That is, if you exclude her occasional mishaps. "So we have to fight other people?" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer smiled kindly."That is a nice name,my lady." he mused."I am Eros,or Cupid.Feel free to call me 'Ro' or Archer...and even Eros when we're alone." he introduced himself politely.Then,he nodded. "Basically,yes.You really don't know anything about the War?" |
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| "Not really" Irina replied. "Some of my co workers told me to do this, I was thinking it was a practical joke" she started to say holding up a note with instructions. "I guess they're in for a surprise if I told them, then again, I'm thinking this thing should be kept a secret right?" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer read the instructions written on the note,and nodded."I think so." he said slowly."And,you should wear some kind of long gloves at all times,to cover the seals on your hand." he added,and pointed to three tattoo-like signs. |
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| "?! Really?" Irina asked a bit shocked as she checked her hands. She didn't believe it and tried blowing the "tattoo" off. Then she tried rubbing, licking her fingers and rubbing, then rubbing with the sleeve of her. "Ooohhh" she moaned in low frustration, puffing her cheeks. "If mom and dad find out, they'll go nuts!!" Giving a hefty sigh, "Oh well, at least I usually always wear my gauntlets to say the least" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer laughed at her expense. "Any Master has them,in case their Servants aren't obedient.They can be used for many things,because they can alter our wills." he explained softly,once he was done laughing. "Umm,you know,I could explain some about the war,if you're willing to listen." he added after few moments,scratching the back of his head. |
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| "Ooohh, well, just judging by you, I don't think I'll be needing to use it. I don't like forcing people to do stuff" Irina said with a smile."Err, sure" she replied tilting her head then nodding. "I'm not needed on guard at the moment, so you can take your time" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| "Ehehehe." Archer laughed,a faint blush painting his cheeks."You're a nice person,my lady." he then smiled,snapping his fingers.His toga and eccentric footwear were replaced by simple black jeans and a normal,sky-blue shirt.He didn't bother with anything but socks for footwear. Crossing his legs,and wiggling around to move his seated position so he was facing her,he cleared his throat and folded his hands in his lap. "If you have questions,stop me and ask them away." Archer started,with a smile,before closing his eyes and taking a breathing."The war's main goal is winning over all the other teams.There are seven types of Servants: Saber,Lancer,Archer,Caster,Rider,Berserker,Assassin.The first three are considered 'Knight Classes' and are generally perceived as the strongest,although that varies from how much prana they dispose of,by how strong their legend is and by how strong their Master is." he slowly chanted,opening his eyes. |
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| "Thank you!" She smiled as she glared in surprise at his sudden change of clothes. As Archer continued to explain Irina's current predicament, she nodded as she did understand most of the points that he had brought up. Only when he made it to the prana portion did she start to ask, "How do I know how much Prana I have? Do you know?" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer nodded briefly,"I do.Since we are connected by a bond now,part of your prana is constantly pumped into mine,and the signatures adjusted to a compatible pattern;you aren't on an A+ level,but you are strong enough." he slowly explained. |
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| Irina sighed a sigh of relief. "Whew, I'm glad. But, losing all your Prana is a bad thing right?" she asked with sheer ignorance as she twirled with her hair. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| "If you lose it all,you die." Archer simply shrugged,cracking his neck,rolling back his shoulders."Man,you'd think 300 years of sleep will not numb you like this." he murmured,clearly upset. |
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| "Die...." Irina muttered pausing a moment. The thought of death rather worried her for a moment as she took a moment to absorb the role she has in the so called war. "When will it end?" she asked looking down at the tattoo on her hand. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| "When there is a single pair left on the battlefield." Archer responded,noticing her sudden change of heart."And don't worry;I will protect you.If I happen to lose,the Church will take care of you until it all ends.If another Master dies,you might even get the chance to re-enter and pair up with the Servant who lost their wielder." he added,with a small smile. |
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| "All this fighting over one wish?" Irina muttered trying to cheer herself up from the moment. She thought about it for a moment, what could she possibly want with a wish? Nothing came to mind. She was very content with her life, and didn't really need anything. "But re-entering with another servant just isn't the same. It's not the same as the first" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer nodded,a faraway look in his eyes."Well,you can wish for anything.Dear Hades,if you win,you can even wish for the entire world to be under your command." he replied,shrugging lightly.Her second remark made him smile briefly."I'm glad you think that way,I guess." he replied,a little smugly. |
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| "Rule the world huh?" Irina muttered falling to her side on her bed. "So what now? Not sure what we should do." she asked hugging her pillow rolling around before she accidentally rolled off the side of her bed and hit the floor with a thump. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer laughed,easily picking his Master up,and placing her back on her bed."Well,before the signal to start is given,we wait.You go on with your usual duties,and I will be merely watching." he replied,with a casual shrug,smile intact. |
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| "Mmmh, but I'm not on duty at the moment" Irina pouted as she lay on her stomach kicking her feet back and forth. "Should we go somewhere? she asked squeezing her pillow tighter with her arms as she rested her chin on the fluff that gathered on one end of the pillow. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| "If you feel like it.I wouldn't mind it." Archer replied,smiling slightly.He felt the chill outside,and he was truly curious about the snowing shower. |
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| "Mmmmmhhh" Irina mumbled thinking about it for a moment. "Where should we go...." Just then, her stomach grumbled. "Haha, I think I'm starting to get hungry. Oh, I know! We should go to the shopping district. They have plenty of restaurants we can eat at!" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| "Sweets too?" Archer asked,a glint of happiness in his blue orbs.He really,really loved sweets - mainly honey based. |
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| "Mhm!" Irina nodded as she put her shoes on and pulled her fingerless gloves up to her elbow. She was basically wearing her uniform, but it was stylish enough to be worn out in public. Her boss did have style after all. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer smiled largely,and clapped his hands once."Deal~!But,won't you be cold dressed like this?" he questioned,motioning towards her clothes. |
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| Irina tilted her head in confusion, "Huh? Cold?" She asked looking at herself. She was wearing a skirt and not many thick layers. "Really? Because I trudged through snowstorms like this and I was fine" She said going to her closet and rummaged through a bunch of random clothes in a pile. Eventually, she took a scarf out, "But just to be safe, my neck gets cold sometimes" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer's eyes widened."Umm...a-are you sure?You will catch a cold..." he half-asked,half affirmed.He began to look trough her clothes,and finally pulled out a burgundy coat after some struggle and a few broken sweats."Here." |
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| "Hmmm okay" Irina half heartedly complied. Pulling the sweats over her and wrapping the coat around her arms, she wrapped the scarf around her neck. "Wait, but what if we meet other masters on our way there?" she asked with intent concern. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer shrugged."Well,if they want a fight,we fight and win." he simply said,after a moment of thought."Or flee,whichever you prefer." |
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| "Oh I never flee from a fight!" Irina replied as she strung her fist out in the air. "Now, to the shopping district!" she said as she headed for the door. But on her way, she slipped on seemingly nothing hitting the floor with a light thud. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer merely shook his head,smiling amused."Shall I carry you,my lady?" he asked,offering her a hand to help her up.He should carry her,he added mentally,given her falling habit,she might get hurt outside in the snow. |
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| "Hmmm?" Irina asked while tilting her head as she took his hand. "Why would I need you to carry me for?" she smiled. "I'm used to it, so don't worry" she winked as she opened the door of her room and led him through the vast Mansion. Down the hallway, they encountered a young lady with silvery white hair and a sleepy expression about her face. "Ah! Boss!" Irina saluted. "Hello Irina" The lady said smiling lightly as she looked at Archer. "Who is this? My name is Leyva, I am Irina's boss" she chuckled as she patted Irina on the head. "This is Eros, he's a friend of mine. We're going down to the shopping district for today" Irina replied. "Ah, well enjoy your day off okay?" Leyva asked "Sure thing!" Irina replied as she grabbed Archers hand and started jogging towards the entrance of the Mansion, nearly slipping on the way multiple times |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer was about to reply,when they met the woman.He chuckled,bowing his head."Hello~" he greeted,then followed Irina as she jogged.He placed a hand on her shoulder,stabilizing her position,when she was about to trip again."Well,because one,you can't fight too well when you're bruised black and blue,even if you're used to it - and two,as comical as it is,I don't like seeing you getting hurt a dozen times in five minutes." he said,smiling down at her. |
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| Irina pouted as she puffed her cheeks, but she knew about Archers concern for her. "I'll be fine! Don't worry about me!" she said before she bumped into a wall. "Correction, now I'll be fine" she crossed her arms and puffed her cheeks even more. |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
| Archer laughed openly,pinching her cheeks."You're just too cute~" he grinned,as he scratched his cheek."But if you bump into something once more,or if you trip again,I will seriously carry you in spite of all protests." the blonde man added,nodding to himself. |
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| "Okay..." Irina agreed rather unreadily as she took careful steps from now on. She didn't want to be carried like she were a little girl. She's been living like this all her life, so Irina was completely used to falling over or bumping into walls. "Now, let's get going to the shopping district" |
| Even Death has a heart It's okay to spin around and around in the same place. Just so long as you're singing your heart out. THAT's what life's all about. |
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