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Otono-Tachibana Makie ([personal profile] therewerefifty) wrote2013-08-19 10:33 pm

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[Makie has had a lot to think about in the week since the invasion, and given the recovery needed, a lot of time to think it in.  By the end of the week, the lingering ties she feels to those from the event are gone, but she remembers their names, and still remembers many of them fondly.  (She sometimes wonders if, had the circumstances of her life been different, Makie would have been anything like that woman.  Shikamaru's mother.  Logan's cousin.  Older sister/mentor to teenagers and generally content with her lot in life.  Also, dying.  But it was a small price to pay.)

She's come to several conclusions in the intervening week.  She feels more peaceful for it, all things considered.   More certain of her right to be here.  And more contemplative on other topics as well, because now she's had a taste of the sort of enemy Luceti faces...

...when she finally feels more like herself, she addresses the journal, in a soft but firm voice.]


There is something I wish to ask, and one thing to clarify.  During the events of last week, my family name was Harukawa.  Please don't remember me by this name.  My full name is Makie Otono-Tachibana.  

[Strange thing to ask, she supposes.  Most people would have forgotten already, but... just in case.  She wouldn't stand for it.]

I had questions.  Or rather, a request.  I'd like to hear from any who have fought these cultists directly.  I wish to hear of your experience.  If you have the patience to tell me these things, I would appreciate it.

Miss Sage... [She hesitates a moment.]  If you have the time, would you stop by to see me this afternoon?  It...should be safe.  [A journal lesson is long overdue.]

...

[She comes so close to asking after her false family. Best to leave it alone.]

...thank you.

[Makie, the ever-formal, signing off. :|b]
goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (I spy with my little eye something CUTE)

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[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-08-19 02:06 pm (UTC)(link)
So that's your full name. It's a very pretty name!
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[personal profile] calmbeforethe 2013-08-19 02:36 pm (UTC)(link)
It's good to officially meet you, Makie. [ Ororo smiles faintly. She'd been friendly before, perhaps it would carry over to the present. ] I'd like it if you remember me by my name as well, if isn't much to ask. My name is Ororo Munroe. [ Not, y'know, Howlett. But that goes unsaid. ]
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[personal profile] calmbeforethe 2013-08-19 03:52 pm (UTC)(link)
As am I. [ Ororo's glad that Makie isn't asking too many questions. It was awkward enough, dealing with the aftermath of last week with what had been her 'family.' Thankfully Makie seemed easier to talk to. Especially since they already had something to talk about: ]

You mentioned something about the cultists, yes? What was it you wanted to know?
voidseeing: (Strength)

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[personal profile] voidseeing 2013-08-19 06:06 pm (UTC)(link)
[Not an unexpected question after everything that's happened lately; in fact, that's exactly why Gai feels it's worth his time to answer it.]

Yeah, multiple times. What do you want to know about them?
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[personal profile] voidseeing 2013-08-19 06:12 pm (UTC)(link)
So far, but who knows how long our luck will hold here. In case you haven't noticed, we're the ones at a disadvantage.

[That last fight was not one of his better ones, even he will admit that.]
goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (Aw come on...)

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[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-08-20 09:46 am (UTC)(link)
I know, but I was just thinking how much better that would sound it if was Mrs. Makie Otono-Tachibana and Mr. Vash Otono-Tachibana.

[Yes, Vash knows full well Makie's name. Just being his usual obnoxious self with wanting to flirt.]
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goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (What do you mean I don't look innocent?)

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[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-08-20 10:50 am (UTC)(link)
I've been practicing! [No really, he has. Although he catches the tone in her voice and makes a mental note to leave her name out of any more jokes. It's a good thing to be proud of one's name after all.]

Okay, okay! I get it. Sorry about that. Won't do it again. Scouts honor. Well... if I was a scout. Guess you'll just have to be okay with my word.
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[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-08-20 01:08 pm (UTC)(link)
[Vash continues on. After all, he's said he won't joke with her name again and said sorry. (At least in his mind it was a decent enough sorry.) Lacking the ability to go back in time and take it back he can't do much more than that.]

Why do you want to know more about the cultists anyway? [It's not like they broke into the barrier and recently took over everyone's mind.]
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[personal profile] sun_showers 2013-08-20 06:37 pm (UTC)(link)
Saori and I did, Makie. Though she might be the better one to ask, she's had a lot more experience with them. [Her voice isn't all that happy, like it usually is. It's not a war she really wants to involve herself in.]
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[personal profile] voidseeing 2013-08-21 01:42 am (UTC)(link)
A new arrival, then. You dropped in right in the middle of all the excitement-- lucky you. You can't get a much better crash course than that.
goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (Down but not out)

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[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-08-21 12:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Hm, I suppose it's not a bad idea to know more about them if you get sent out on a draft.

It seems like almost every time we fight them there is something new to learn. They have some that are able to stop the use of magic, others that make technological items stop working, then there are others that can trap you as if you were in a dream. A bit like what we just experienced, but usually it's just a personal dream and the only way out is to kill the cultist weaving the dream. They also have really strange looking dog... type... things...

Actually, have you been shown the guide that Raine Sage wrote?
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[personal profile] calmbeforethe 2013-08-22 06:11 am (UTC)(link)
[ Ororo gives her words a thoughtful hum and a moment's pause. ]

Mm. I think I can imagine. We have electricity and cars where I come from [ and some vague kind of magic, though that's not what they call it. it's close. ] but even then, life here in Luceti has been an... Experience.

[ She sighs, shaking her head. ] To answer your question, however, the cultists are difficult opponents indeed. They're very... I believe the term is, sturdy. [ It's so hard to make sure they stay down. ] That they have wings and know how to use them can make them extremely difficult to face as well.
goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (Serious drinking here guyz)

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[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-08-22 06:57 am (UTC)(link)
[When it comes to helping people stay safe he tries to keep the jokes to a minimum.] There is a little reading on what we know about the Third Party in that. As for Zompano, I've never had any real interactions with him myself, but I'm sure he's very strong if he was able to change all of our memories like that.

While the ones I've seen and fought against they have all be very strong with large wings, but they're still human like. They can be killed with guns and knives so long as you're able to get through their defenses. Same for breaking their bones or attempting a knock out.

Although, they are highly skilled fighters. So that's easier said than done.
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[personal profile] daisy023 2013-08-22 07:31 am (UTC)(link)
Ma'am... Makie. [She berates herself for the sudden formality for a military subject.] I've got experience with cultists, and similar enemies from my universe -- religious fanatics.

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