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S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/13/2012 10:58 PM

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This time around, Arya herself had decided to take part in the hunt.  She had left that responsibility to some random woman the last time, but decided that it might be interesting to come and see for herself why this event drew in so many people.  She was in her elf form at the time, just having made her way through the portal and onto the shores of the newly discovered sea.  She pushed her wavy blonde hair back behind her pointed ears, and sat down in the sand, wiggling her toes in the sand.  She watched as the water washed up on her feet, and receded back into the masses.  Hopefully her partner, whoever they were, would be there shortly.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/14/2012 3:41 PM

He was unsure, even as he neared the end of his journey of coming to this place, why he had actually done so.  Weren't these egg hunts made for little kids?  He assumed so, even though he never participated in them during his own childhood.
Nevertheless, Magnus couldn't help but feel a small stir of childish excitement at the prospect of the events to come.  It may be unprofessional to participate, but he never did worry much about that anyway.
After walking along a beach for a short amount of time, he spotted a lone form sitting in the sand.  He knew that, surely, this person would be his partner for the event.  She fit the description well enough that even though he'd never met her, he could recognize who she was.  Without hesitating, Magnus waved and called out so that she would know of his arrival and they could get started.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/14/2012 5:15 PM

Arya looked up and spotted a figure approaching her.  This was the man, she was sure of it.  A small smile came to her face now that they could start this hunt.  She got up slowly, brushing her bare legs off.  "I'm Arya." she said as he arrived.  She hadn't been told much about this man, only that he would be helping her in this last hunt, but she assumed that she could sort out the details later on.  What was important to her now was getting started, for time was of the essence in this situation.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/14/2012 5:32 PM

Magnus smiled, relieved that he hadn't approached the wrong person.  Despite the fact that he was pretty certain before who this woman was, he had mistaken people for others in the past.  It was not something he'd like to do again; it had been frightfully embarrassing for him.  
Flashing her a charming smile, he said, "It's very nice to meet you in person, Arya.  My name is Magnus."
Unsure of what to say next, he decided it would be best to get down to business.  
"Well, let's get started, shall we?"  he said enthusiastically, blue eyes sparkling behind narrow glasses as he scanned around them in search of any eggs in sight.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/14/2012 6:49 PM

Arya seemed to ignore his seductive smile, and instead nodded to him.  He seemed nice enough, but she couldn't quite tell wether he was always like this, or if he was trying to appear attractive.  Not that he wasn't, but...  She preferred a man who could keep up with her mentally as well as physically, seeing as she was a royal scout.  And while the man standing in front of her certainly had a decent IQ, he didn't exactly come off as the more athletically inclined person.
"I agree, we should start.  It's already getting late, and we have but a short time to search." she said, smiling once again.  She looked around in hope of spotting a couple of egg, but didn't spot any at first.  She supposed that they were probably more scarce now that they were nearing the end of this event.  And that meant they would have to search harder.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/14/2012 7:47 PM

Magnus nodded before excitedly wandering in the direction of the ocean waves.  He figured that since there were no eggs visible on the beach, they may be in the shallowest parts of the water.  After all, the tide changed throughout the day, so it was very possible that some previously above ground eggs were now hidden by gentle waves gliding inland.  
"There might be some around in the shallow water," he said, explaining his choice of direction.  "I don't think it would be wise to go very deep, though."
With this, he stepped into the water, not concerned in the least about dirtying his shoes.  They were boots made of thick material, and he knew from past experience that they were very waterproof.  Walking slowly, he scanned the ground beneath the water for any eggs, hoping that he could find a few.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/14/2012 10:01 PM

Arya nodded, and followed him into the shallow part of the sea.  She to looked around, but still saw no eggs.  Slightly annoyed, she nudged a clump of wet sand with her foot, only to feel her toes connect with a small, round object hidden underneath.  She bent down, and dug a little deeper with her hands.  When she straightened up, there was a small green egg in her hand.  "Well, I guess this means they aren't going to be in sight very often..." she said in a lazy, annoyed tone.  She smiled and rolled her eyes a bit before going over to a dry part of the shore and leaving the egg there.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/14/2012 11:02 PM

Magnus took note of Arya's discovery, pushing deeper into the wet sand with the toe of his boot each time he took a step.  Surprisingly, it didn't take long until he too uncovered a maroon colored egg that, if held in the sunlight, sparkled faintly.  
"Found one!" he said happily, grinning widely, showing a full line of straight white teeth.  "This is fun."  
Pleased and amused by his find, he stuck the egg in the pocket of his dark tan colored coat that he wore when he left his home.  At home, he usually sported a lab coat that was similar in color, which was strange considering the usual coloring of a scientist's attire.  
Standing back up, he continued on his path through the shallow water, getting slightly deeper- only to about his ankles, which his boots were high enough to cover.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/15/2012 12:54 AM

Arya raised her eyebrows in amusement as he showed her the egg he had discovered.  This man certainly was interesting.  He seemed to sophisticated one second, but giddy the next.  At least he wasn't one of those people who were always happy.  She tried to stay positive herself, but there was only so much she could take before lunging at a person's throat to shut them up.

She waded deeper in as well, not worrying about the water.  She'd had returned to her original clothing when she left the campus of the school she was attending for a little while, but changed her top for an Ivey blue bikini.  Sure, she might have been royalty, but that had never stopped her from dressing like any other human woman around.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/15/2012 11:01 AM

Magnus hurried along, not wanting to waste any of their time during this hunt.  Despite his quick strides through the water, his keen eyes didn't miss any unusual lumps or colors in the sand.  With each step he exerted more force to push up small mounds, feeling as best he could for any eggs.  Once or twice he came across something hard and round, but was disappointed to find that they were only rocks or shells buried beneath the sand.  He could tell that finding many eggs would not come easily.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/15/2012 1:54 PM

Arya growled slightly in frustration.  While she was happy to have gotten another chance at the hunt, she also realized that joining in again at such a late point in the event had its drawbacks.  She bent down again, and pushed her fingers down into the sand, digging around for any eggs.  She found two, and turned back to leave them with the other one she had found.  She laid them down in the sand, and walked further down on the beach where Magnus had gone himself.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/15/2012 3:48 PM

After pushing through wet sand a bit more, Magnus finally hit something solid with the toe of his boot- an this time it wasn't just a rock.  Stooping down to dig it out (while being careful not to drag his coat in the water, of course) he pulled out a rather large, muddy egg.  This one was very interesting to him, because even as he wiped the wet sand off of it, the egg only showed to be the exact same color.  He didn't think they would be that tricky to spot, but it did make sense given that the event was nearing a close.  He would have to watch carefully for any other well-camouflaged eggs.
Smiling lightly and making sure all of the sand was washed off in the water, he stuck the egg in his coat pocket and continued on.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/15/2012 6:21 PM

Arya noticed that Magnus had found another egg, and figured that if they kept it up, they could still have a half-decent outcome.  She went back into the water, relishing the cool liquid against her skin.  The day was already starting to warm up once again, much to her dismay.  She never had like high temperatures.  She reached down and sifted around in the sand again, but found nothing.  She figured that they might be around that area though, since it wasn't the most popular spot on the beach, and people didn't typically go to far out to search for eggs anyway.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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Postby Remedy » 05/15/2012 7:51 PM

After wandering through the shallow water but coming up empty-handed, Magnus decided that it surely couldn't hurt to go just a little bit deeper.  He took a few steps out toward the expansive blue horizon, watching the ground carefully as he walked.  The water was now a few inches above his ankles, splashing higher with each small wave.  The bottom of his pants were getting wet, but he didn't mind much; they weren't his favorites.  
Noticing a spot on the ground that was colored slightly differently than the rest, he lightly reached out with his foot to dig into it.  He had thought the discoloration might have been caused by a large egg just thinly concealed by the sand, but after tapping it with his foot the thing beneath burst to life and swam away quickly, stirring up a cloud of sand.  He watched it disappear with sparkling eyes, intrigued by the fast-moving creature.  Directing his attention back to the spot where it once lay, he noticed- much to his amusement- that there was, indeed, an egg there.  
"Interesting..." he muttered lightly to himself.  Picking it up, he surveyed it closely to make sure it was not actually a product of that spot's former occupant.  After concluding that the egg truly was made of plastic, he stuck it into his pocket and went back to searching.


I think back to the time when my search first began,
I left behind those shores of sand
For the endless everlasting world out there.

I know that with this burning passion driving me
Someday, somewhere I'll finally see
The light I have searched for everywhere!

-One Piece, "Hikari E"

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Re: S4: Elektra+Pickle {Nodia Sea}

Postby Elektra » 05/15/2012 8:54 PM

Arya looked over and watched the small scene unfold.  She smiled as the small turtle swam away, startled by Magnus' sudden intrusion.  She did wonder whether or not that turtle knew that it was guarding a plastic egg.  She almost passed over an egg as she thought about it all, but scooped it up quickly before she lost it to the waves.  The current was picking up ever so slightly, but it was still easy enough to move around.  Besides, if it got to bad, they could still search on the shores.  After all, there had to be some eggs left there as well.


If you knew knew what the bluebirds sang at you
You would never sing along
Cast them out cause this is our culture
These new flocks are nothing but vultures

Because they took our love and they filled it up
Filled it up with Novocaine and now Im just numb
And don't mind me, Im just a son of a gun
So dont stop, dont stop until your heart goes numb
I dont feel a thing for you

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