Astdis

hey, this is the rpg you told me about last night! Kickass :catgirl:. I'll sign up, but not tonight, it's 1 am! the chartacter I'd construct now would be way below par, lol

[COLOR=Navy][I]Good, his reflexes were good. He was obviously a well trained defensive fighter. There was only one way to fight those?[/I] She tilled her short sword to guard her front and the broadsword behind her shoulder. She then waited. He stared at her, obviously wanting her to attack again. She grinned at him but stood her ground. After a moment, he lunged with lighting quick preciseness, aiming to slash her chest, [I]though his sword was hard to see[/I]. She met it with the short sword and brought the broadsword around to hit his backside. He attempted a dodge, but he caught her sword in the side. She spun and made a swipe for his legs with her foot. He fell backwards but she was not in a good position to strike him. She made an attempt anyway and he met her sword easily from the ground, pushing it back. She moved with it and retook her stance and he regained his footing. She saw the blood stain forming at his side. [I]It was good, but light. She'd been hacking through armies for so long now, she was rusty on the one on one, but she was remembering quickly[/I]...[/COLOR]

(OOC: I know the time factor on this doesn't quite fit exact, but I was typing it when Xy posted...) [COLOR=DarkRed]Ima sat on one of the beds, packing her bags. Kariz grabbed her bag and a candle fell out onto the bed. She picked it up and paused, tossing it in her hand, thinking. She took the others out and set them up on the floor. Kariz sat next to them and closed her eyes. They lit and flickered casting odd shadows on the wall. [I]Clear the mind? Reoan?stronger? her energy throbbed, strengthened again. Kadar? weakened? wounded? Maybe? how? nothing? [/I] Then it hit her, a force so strong it had to be a large combination of energies?[I]War was coming? a large war? she could feel it?s tension in the air? something had to be done? [/I] She opened her eyes and stood, the candles went out and she dumped the wax in the waste bin. Kariz felt her blood pumping but her head was cool. She had a strong will and she was going to fight. She just didn?t know what yet. Ima looked at her questioningly [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?What?s wrong??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Kadar?s hurt and Reoan has gained in strength. I don?t know how.? [/B] She packed her bag and set it on the bed. She put on her holster and her knife belt with her leather jacket to cover it. She had changed into a dark red tank top and beat up brown leather pants. She grabbed her bag. [B] ?Ready to go??[/B] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?Yeah, I?m all set.?[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Let?s hit it then.?[/B] They walked down to the waiting taxi and climbed in. After a moment of silence Kariz spoke [B]?What do you think of Reoan??[/B] Ima seem startled, but then thoughtful [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?I don?t know. I?m skeptical on this whole deal. I mean, if we?re supposed to keep balance, how does killing her do that??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?I?ve been thinking the same thing. I mean, I understand God has a grudge against her, but Zane had it right when he said that killing her would just put the imbalance in the other direction. I mean, does God have another agenda in this thing or what??[/B] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?Maybe, I don?t know. But I do want to know more about both sides? agenda. I think that would help us a lot.?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz nodded and looked out the window again. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?So, Kadar?s in trouble??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?I think so? he?s defiantly been hurt by something."[/B] she paused, then said determainedly [B]"But I?m going after him?[/B] Ima looked at her and smiled [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?Yeah and I?m going with you.?[/B][/COLOR] The car pulled up and Kariz paid the driver. They walked into the house. Kariz saw Kadar on the floor. Zane and Camilla were hovering over him, Zane was working on something. There was blood everywhere. [B]"Well, the good ol' instincts were right on the money"[/B] Kariz mubbled to Ima Raven came in through the door behind them She looked tired and distracted until she saw Kadar and her eyes opened wide[COLOR=Green] [B]"Wha... is that..."[/B][/COLOR] [B]"Yep, it's Kadar."[/B][/COLOR]

[FONT=Georgia][SIZE=2][COLOR=Navy]She saw him hastening toward her "Oy! Good sir, whether wander thee?" "Here and there for a very long while milady, may I share your fire?" She tilted her head in acceptance and he sat opposite her, warming his hands. She turned the spit and stirred the fire. "Much thanks." he looked over at her weapons ?Do you fight?" she smirked in spit of herself "I've been known to upon occasion." "I like that, a woman fighter in this time and place. Tell me, where was your last fight?" "Three days back, Roman soldiers. They tried to take advantage of a poor clan town on the trade trail." She watched his reactions carefully. He seemed intrigued with the Roman soldier comment, she wondered why. ?Why do you carry your arms?? He looked down at his swords ?recently, teaching barbarians and legionnaires respect. I am sorry, I?ve been rude, I am called Mage, and you are??? ?Artemis, pleasure to meet you.?[/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]

(OOC: pm me if this doesn't work...) [COLOR=Navy][SIZE=2][FONT=Georgia]Setting: Woods near the Celtic fields. Artemis sat next to a camp fire cooking her meal. She had been wandering for three days. The Romans had moved farther to the south and the clan battles had died down. It was planting time. [I]If she did not find a fight soon she may be forced to find a farm to work at, guarding the fields. Some in her lifestyle had turned ?Dragon Slayers?, chasing a myth told to them since childhood. But she had no desire to starve hunting a fable. [/I] She looked up at the high sun through the emerald green. She sighed and glanced down the road. She thought she saw a figure approaching down the trail?[/FONT][/SIZE][/COLOR]

I accept the chalenge. Since you and I are both stretching our muscles I suggest a friendly fight over aggressive but that's your call. I'll go set up the thread now :catgirl:

I posted that they think he's at the hotel, doesn't mean they actually find him :catgirl:

[COLOR=DarkRed]She took in the room. The setting had reminded her of home. Everyone was relaxed and cheerful, except Rubedo, who never seem to be cheerful, and Raven, who had passed out curled up into a corner of one of the sofas. [B]?Well, I hate to lower the mood, but we have to discuss our next move. Now, I know I?m not the only one in this room who can sense that our next Zodiac is somewhere in Japan.?[/B] She saw Zane and Rubedo nod. [B]?But, Kadar is on an island near here and I don?t think we should leave him behind.?[/B] Ima nodded but Camilla shook her head [COLOR=Magenta][B]?He went on his own because he didn?t want us to endanger Reoan.?[/B][/COLOR] Everyone looked at her shocked except Rubedo and Zane. [COLOR=Magenta][B]?He?he?s not sure killing Reoan would bring balance.?[/B][/COLOR] [COLOR=Navy][B]?Killing her could tip the scales in God?s favor, but that?s another imbalance?[/B][/COLOR] Zane nodded [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?And I guess he?d want to see what Reoan knows, what part of the imbalance lies with her??[/B][/COLOR] Ima said. Kariz looked thoughtful, a small ball of fire appeared in her hand and she played with the flames. [B]?Sim? that all makes sense, but we still shouldn?t leave him behind. We could at least go there and make sure he gets out of there ok. I doubt those guarding her are going to be keen on letting a zodiac see her.?[/B] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?That sounds reasonable?wait, where?s Daemond?? [/B] [/COLOR] [COLOR=Magenta][B]?Oh!? [/B] [/COLOR] Camilla stood [COLOR=Magenta]?[B]I forgot about Daemond, he?ll be waiting for us all at the hotel!?[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Ok.? [/B] Kariz stood, the fireball going out. [B]?I say Ima and I go back to the hotel, get everyone?s things, and Daemond, and come back here. That will give everyone time to think over our next move and we can take a vote when we get back. Sound good??[/B] Everyone nodded and when the taxi came, Zane showed them to the door. Ima headed for the car, but Zane touched Kariz? arm. She turned to face him. [COLOR=Navy][B]?I see you have the fire of a tiger in you Kariz.? [/B] [/COLOR] He said, smiling at her She returned the smile. [B]?Thanks?[/B] Ima looked at her questioningly once they were in the car. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?What did he mean,' fire of a tiger'??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?I?m not sure.? [/B] Kariz said, looking out the window. [I]Maybe the tiger from her dreams was becoming a reality?[/I][/COLOR]

[COLOR=DarkRed]Kariz stood in front of the mirror. She had dressed in tan slacks and a white button up shirt. It was the best she had. [I]She could not believe Kadar was going everywhere on his own. Who did he think he was? muy arrogante.[/I] Kariz brushed her hair out in long straight waves down her back. [I]Raven was somewhere in the city, by herself, what else was new. And now they were all getting dressed for dinner. She wondered if Raven would make it to them for dinner or if Deamond would be joining them or not. He hadn?t said a word since they got there.[/I] Ima was sitting on the edge of one of the beds and Camilla was in the shower. [I]With Kadar gone, she saw herself as the closest thing to a leader this rabble had, but they were all so independent. The only one so far with any following capabilities was Ima.[/I] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?Hey, how you doing?? [/B] [/COLOR] Ima asked tentatively. She knew Kariz was mad about Kadar [B]?Oh, I?ll be fine. Thanks.? [/B] She smiled at her. [B]?You know, I sensed out Kadar earlier. He?s on an island near here. I had this urge to go follow after him.?[/B] Ima laughed and gave her a hug [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?Girl, you?ll get over it.?[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Yeah, I know. I just can?t believe he ditched us for his own agenda, nao esparto. Where is, what?s his name, Deamond?? [/B] Ima shrugged [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?I think he?s downstairs in the lounge. I don?t know if he?s coming to dinner or not.?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz nodded [B]?And Raven is somewhere in the city, but she out on her own on purpose. She can find us if she wants to.? [/B] The phone rang. Kariz stood and walked over to answer it [B]?Hello??[/B] [COLOR=DimGray][B]?Zodiac??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Who wants to know??[/B] [COLOR=DimGray][B]?This is Rubedo. We need to talk?[/B][/COLOR][/COLOR]

[B]?Awesome, glad you like it? [/B] Alex said smiling at him, plopping down in an armchair, her legs dangling over the arm [B]?I expect M will want to meet with us all at some point?[/B] [B]?Oh probably.? [/B] Eric sat on the edge of the couch and sipped his coffee [B]?So, sleep well last night??[/B] [B]?Too good, we?re lucky I woke up. You??[/B] [B]?I slept well enough. So, are you joining the group, or are you leaving with the soldiers today??[/B] [B]?I?m staying, Red thought I?d fit in well. I hope so.? [/B] Eric looked relieved that she was staying. [I]He was kinda cute, the way his hair fell in his face as he drank his coffee. Whoa! Was she seriously checking him out?[/I] She shook her head as if to try and clear it and took a long drink of coffee [B]?You ok?? [/B] [B]?Oh yeah, I?m fine,? [/B] She smiled [B]? Just thinking about stuff.?[/B]

[COLOR=Green]Name:[/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]Artemis[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Age: [/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]26[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Place of Origin:[/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]while named after the Greek god of the hunt, she?s actually from Celtic decent[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Appearance:[/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna][URL=http://www.just-hairstyles.com/curly/c95.jpg]Artemis[/URL] (minus the modern dress)[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Occupation:[/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]rogue[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Body:[/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]135lbs, 5?5?, muscular, fit, very quick (speed)[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Fighting Style:[/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]two sword fighting rather than using a shield. Calm, quick, precise. Use to fighting Roman soldiers, but has engaged in clan battles as well ? diverse. Been training since she was 12. [/COLOR] [COLOR=DarkGreen]Weapons:[/COLOR][COLOR=Sienna] Leather armor,[URL=http://www.barrettcustomknives.com/images/fantasy/broadsword.jpg]broadsword[/URL] , [URL=http://darachweb.com/swords/images/SwordThree100x300.jpg]short-sword[/URL] [/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Skill: [/COLOR] [COLOR=Sienna]ambidextrous, has practice with blind fighting, and heightened senses from living in the woods[/COLOR] [COLOR=Green]Blade God:[/COLOR][COLOR=Sienna] yes[/COLOR]

[I]?Trace, why don?t we have a mommy or daddy?? ?I told you, they had to leave us.? ?Why would they leave us?? the little girl looked at her feet ?Did I do something wrong?? ?No kiddo, no? he knelt next to her and took her hand ?They had to go, it wasn?t anyone?s fault. But they left me to protect you.? ?And you?ll always be there for me right Trace?? ?Always kiddo, always??[/I] Alex blinked her eyes, the dream fading. Sun was streaming through the blinds. She pulled herself up and looked at the other bed. Eric was still asleep. She grabbed her bag and went into the bathroom, splashing water on her face. Alex looked up at the mirror and smiled. That had been one of the best sleeps she?d had in days. Alex fingered the pendent that hung around her neck. It was a copper colored coin that had belonged to Trace. He told her it brought luck. He wore it everyday. Alex went, took a shower, blow-dried her hair and dressed, walking back out into the bedroom. She was wearing a white tank and army green cargos. Eric was up, sitting on the edge of his bed. [B]?Sorry I was a bathroom hog this morning?? ?No, it?s alright, I just woke up anyway.? ?Oh, ok. Well, it?s yours now?[/B] she smiled [B]?I?m going to go find some coffee and see what the plan is this morning.?[/B]

Alex sat there stunned. [I]She blamed herself for her brother?s death, but it wasn?t like this. The fact that he was telling her? he didn?t even know her, there must be something?[/I] [B]?Why are you telling me this?? [/B] [B]?I?.? [/B] he paused and stood there, staring into space. He turned and looked past her. Something softened in his eyes. His voice was almost inaudible [B]?You remind me of her.?[/B] Alex blinked at him. Then she nodded. [B]?Come on, sit down.?[/B] He did, but he stared at the floor past her. She wasn?t sure what to do. [I]Should she reach out to him? No, he?d probably run. Maybe she could keep him talking?[/I] [B]?What triggered it??[/B] Eric shook his head and placed it in his hands [B]?Eve was wonderful, a voice like an angel? tuff but caring, like you?? [/B] he was quiet then. Alex smiled a little at the high complement, but her face went right back to concerned [B]?But what??[/B] [B]?I DON'T KNOW OK!? [/B] he jumped out of the chair. Alex stared at him. He ran a hand through his hair and took a deep breath. He then sat back down and looked at her. Alex couldn?t help but get defensive [B]?Look, I?m sorry, I?m just trying??[/B] He stopped her [B]?I know, I know you are. I just don?t know what you want me to tell you.?[/B] Alex threw her hands in the air [B]?I?m just trying to figure out the reason for it so maybe I can help you stop it? I don?t know??[/B] [B]?Thank you?[/B] Alex looked at him. His head was back in his hands again. [B]?I was afraid, of loosing those close to me? and it happens. The ?other me? comes out, like I didn?t have control? and I didn?t.?[/B] Alex just sat there and nodded. There was little else she could do. After a moment, Eric lifted his head and looked at her. Tears that had fallen during his confession glittered on his cheeks. She reached out instinctively but hesitated. He didn?t jerk away. Alex wiped away the tear, then pulled her hand back. He gave a small smile. [B]?Thanks.?[/B] Alex shrugged and he put a hand out toward her [B]?No, seriously, thank you. You?re the first person I?? [/B] he sighed and looked at her sincerely in the eye [B]?You?re a good person?[/B] Alex smiled [B]?I try to be. Heck, you?ve seen me heal, wait till you see me fight.? [/B] Her attempt to lighten the mood seemed to be appreciated [B]?So, does it drain you to heal like that??[/B] [B]?It does when healing others yes. Thus the sub in front of me. This was enough food for one of my boys I swear.?[/B] He laughed a little and nodded. [B]?After this I guess I?ll crash on the couch.?[/B] Eric nodded then looked thoughtful[B] ?Look, I don?t think Jace is coming back, at least I hope not, and after all you did for us, for me, tonight, you shouldn?t have to sleep on a couch. There?s an open bed in my room, it?s yours.?[/B] Alex smiled at him [B]?Thanks, really. I appreciate it. To sleep on a real bed? I?ve been traveling for awhile, it?ll be the best sleep I've had in weeks.?[/B]

Alex knelt by M's arm [B]"I knew I should have been a nurse... shame I enjoy kicking the bad guy's ass so much." [/B] M grinned then grimaced in pain. [B]"OK, I know it hurts, hang on.... there we go. " [/B] Alex removed the needle and threw it away. She placed a hand over the opening and it knitted again. She patted M on the shoulder and went down to the bar. Her soldiers were standing around like none of them dared relax. The bartender met her on the stairs [B]"Miss, can you please do something about them, they're making the customers nervous.?[/B] [B]?Sure, sorry for the inconvenience.? [/B] She walked over to them. [B]?OK boys, Jack and Chris, you stay here until tomorrow to keep an eye on things. The rest of you, head back to the base, you?re done here.? [/B] The 6? ft something men nodded and most filed out. The two that must have been Jack and Chris stood in front of her, waiting for further instruction. [B]?Ok, at ease boys, have a drink, and blend a little. I just want you to keep guard for us until tomorrow so everyone can relax and rest.?[/B] [B]?Yes ma am.? [/B] They went over to a table near the stairway. Alex shook her head and went back up the stairs to see how everyone was getting on. [I]She was tired, maybe she should get more caffine. But that was only a temp fix. She knew what she needed was food and rest. Well, Alex was sure she'd get that soon enough.[/I]

Alex was standing, leaning against a wall sipping coffee. It had drained her a little to heal so much in a short span. The team looked at her questioningly [B]"Who are you again?" [/B] Andy asked, sitting next to M. [B]?I'm Alexia. Heaven Project. I?m in charge of the soldiers, we rescued M and Lee. Red sent me."[/B] Alex sounded a bit tired. She glanced over and saw the man who was still passed out, he started to twitch. She knelt beside him again, try to sense what was wrong. Alex had healed all his wounds, there hadn't been many. The rest of the team was healed with no problems. What was the problem here? Alex looked at M [B]"What is his name?"[/B] [B]"That's Eric."[/B] he turned to Andy [B]"What happened to him out there?"[/B] Alex placed a hand on Eric's chest. The twitching stopped, but he was starting to sweat. She placed a cool hand on his head. She turned to the group [B]"I've seen this before, he's going through a hallucination of some kind." [/B] She turned back to him [B]"Eric, can you hear me? Eric, I need you to follow my voice. Come on now, fight it. Listen to my voice Eric, fight it..."[/B] ---------- OOC: I say everyone talks amongst themselves about what happened while Alex is working on helping Eric...

[COLOR=DarkRed]Kariz nodded and picked up her bag. [B]?Alright then, we?ll see you in Morocco. If you get into trouble, send Rubedo to find us.?[/B] [COLOR=DarkGreen][B]"Yeah, sure, we'll catch up with you. Later."[/B][/COLOR] Ima followed Kariz out of the building and they started down the street toward the airport [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]"What was her deal? I don?t know about you, but she made me uncomfortable?[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Yeah, she seems to have her own agenda in this thing, same as Kadar. He better not be ditching us.? [/B] They went into the airport. It was packed, tourists wanting to get home. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?So, fire sprinklers again??[/B][/COLOR] Ima asked as they elbowed their way through. [B]?Actually? follow me.? [/B] There was a huge crowd of people at the metal detectors, two adults with 7 screaming kids, the alarm was going off and it looked like the father was trying to get his keys out of his pockets. At the other entrance a bunch of adults were fighting over who kept setting off the detector. Crowds off rubber neckers had formed around both disputes. Kariz moved in with the crowd and moved between the two detectors, Ima close behind. The two guards were trying to get some control over the crowds and didn't notice them as they walked off, past the detectors and onto the plane. They grinned and high fived eachother before finding their seats. [/COLOR]

OOC: Works for me, but I'm going to let Eric decide when he's going to wake-up

[SIZE=2][B]?Hurry, get them inside.?[/B] Soldiers carried M and Lee into the hotel [B]?Lay them there. Now move away, they need air.? [/B] She moved around the 6 ft something soldiers and went over the two men. Her long red hair was pulled back in a ponytail. She was wearing kaki cargos, a white tank top, a two gun shoulder holster and wrap around sunglasses. She knelt next to them and removed her shades. Her eyes were beautiful brown/red color [B]?How ya holdin up??[/B] Lee blinked up at her and smiled [B]?What are you, an angel or something??[/B] She laughed, [B]?Now there?s an interesting idea.? [/B] She reached over and checked both men?s injuries. She nodded to herself and sat back on her heals, closing her eyes. M looked down at his arm as it cleared and knitted itself. They were both completely healed. M flexed his arm experimentally. He looked over at her and raised an eyebrow [B]?Not that I?m not grateful or anything, but who are you??[/B] She offered him her hand [B]?Alexia. Heaven Project. I?m in charge of these soldiers, Red sent us, well? sent me anyway. Let?s get you boys off the floor and someplace more comfortable??[/B] ------------------------- Half an hour later they sat in the small lounge type area outside the bedrooms at the top of the stairs. Alex had sent all but two of the soldiers out to look for the rest of the team. The two that stayed behind were downstairs in the bar keeping an eye on things. [B]?? so after the Dec 31 tragedy, I went out looking for a new job. I was sick of sitting by and watching people die, I felt there had to be something I could about it. Turns out there is. That?s basically it about me.?[/B] Lee looked like he was going to say something, but a soldier came up the stairs and interrupted them. [B]?Yes Jack??[/B] [B]?Ma am, we?ve found the team, there were a few injuries, they?re bringing them up now.?[/B] She nodded and stood as the team came up the stairs. One man was being carried by two soldiers, they laid him on the floor. He was unconscious. Alex went over and knelt beside him, listening to his chest and checking him for wounds. She closed her eyes and concentrated? ........................................................... ((OOC: [I](I assumed that you ment Lee not Ivy in the last graph)[/I] Alex's profile is up on Adventure Inn. She gave M and Lee the basics on her bio b4 explaining what happened after Dec 31 and she's working on healing eric now. Hope this works for my first post :catgirl: ))[/SIZE]

DC - just a curiosity, which zodiac was killed?

[SIZE=2][FONT=Tahoma][COLOR=DarkRed]Kariz sat on the floor, concentrating as well as she could. Raven?s anger was filling the house and it was hard to fight through. But she had finally managed to get by it. She reached out?. [I]Kadar?s energy was back, he must be alright. Why wasn?t he coming back to them? Was this all going to be up to her and whoever she finds to figure out? She knew a lot, but not all. [/I] Kariz shook her head and cleared it again. Then she found the feeling she?d been searching for. [I]Morocco[/I]. Kariz stood and went into the living room. ?[B]Ok, I think we need to go to Morocco next. Any objections??[/B] Ima shook her head and Raven shrugged [B][COLOR=Green]?Hey, you seem to know where you?re going, works for me.?[/COLOR][/B] She sat next to Ima [B]?Kadar?s back, but he?s not headed our way. I?m not sure why, but he seems to be going out on his own, I don?t know? "[/B] [B][COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]"That's odd. I thought he was supposed to be helping us?"[/COLOR][/B] [B]"I guess we?ll run into him again sooner or later.?[/B] Turns to Raven [B]?So, what?s our best bet of getting out of here??[/B][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]

Sorry, I was working on my post when you posted. It's only a short one. Hope it works...

[SIZE=2][FONT=Tahoma][COLOR=DarkRed]Bends down and checks her pulse [B]?She?s alive, just knocked out?[/B] scans the area. [B]?Everyone?s run out of here it seems. We got get her outside, get her some air?[/B] moves to grab a hold of her [B]?Here, help me out.?[/B] Ima nodded and closed her eyes, concentrating hard. When she opened them again, the woman was floating on a pillow of air. Ima grinned Smiles at her [B]?That wasn?t what I had in mind, but hey, it works.?[/B] They made the motions as if they were carrying her and got her out onto the street, leaning her up against the side of the building. Kariz leaned over her [B]?Do you have a water bottle or anything??[/B] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?I think so, here.?[/B] [/COLOR] Ima handed her a water bottle and she pour some over the girl?s face The girl coughed and groaned, lifting a hand to rub her head. She looked up at Kariz and Ima. [COLOR=Green][B]?Who the hell are you??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?We?re the zodiacs. How ya feelin???[/B] [COLOR=Green][B]?My head hurts. Where the hell is Rubedo? Cause if he?s not dead, I?m gonna kill him?[/B][/COLOR] [B]?No idea, here, let me help you up.? [/B] Kariz and Ima helped her to stand. [B]?By the way, I?m Karizmasophie, Kariz, Aries?[/B] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?I?m Ima. Aquarius.?[/B][/COLOR] The woman nodded, still holding her head. [B][COLOR=Green]"Raven, Gemini, nice to meet you.?[/COLOR][/B] Looks down the street. [B][COLOR=Green]?Rubedo!?[/COLOR][/B][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] ------------------------ OOC: Hope this works for everyone.

[COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=2][FONT=Tahoma][B]?No I haven?t ever left South America. Have you been there??[/B] [B][COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]?Nope?[/COLOR][/B] They found their seats in the back of the plane by the windows. [B]?Awesome, this should be a good adventure then.?[/B] She let Ima have the window seat and threw their bags into the overhead bins. [B]?Ok, I suggest for the flight, you work on meditating. It?ll help you control your powers and sense other levels of the world around you. OK, close your eyes?[/B] Ima nodded and closed them [B]?Now, clear your mind. If you have to, think of physically pushing everything out. Ok, slowly, think about the air, feel the air on your face and it yourself. Then feel the plane beneath you, the plastic of the seats, the humming of the engines. Now, reach out a touch the world around you with your thoughts, feel the world around you.? [/B] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][I]Ima gasped, she could, she could hear the birds outside the plane, she could feel the breeze outside the plane, she felt connected to everything. She opened her eyes[/I][/COLOR] [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue] [B]?That?s amazing.?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz smiled [B]?Yeah, if you keep practicing soon you?ll be able to reach into your powers and feel them out. Then eventually you?ll be able to sense places farther from where you are and with concentration you can look for something specific.?[/B] Ima grinned [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?That is so cool?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz returned her grin [B]?I propose you practice on the way over. I?ll disturb you if the in flight movie is any good.?[/B] -------------------------- They arrived in Greece a little after 1:00 pm. They walked from the airport and took a taxi into the main part of the city. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?I don?t know about you, but I?m starving?[/B] [/COLOR] Ima said, holding her stomach for dramatic effect Kariz laughed [B]?Good call. Let?s see if we can find some place to eat.?[/B] They walked down the streets, packed with tourists and loud traffic noises filled their ears. Kariz grabbed a tourist map and looked it over. She found a restaurant that was a bit of a walk but seemed to be out of the way of the major crowds. They sat and scanned the menus. Ima looked at the table and picked up a newspaper. After scanning it for a bit she nudged Kariz. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?Listen to this. The criminal convicted of assassinating the world leaders escaped lethal injection with the help of a female officer whose name is unknown. Police and specialty agencies are hunting for both fugitives at this time. Any information regarding either person can be directed to this phone number??[/B][/COLOR] [B]?Damn, sounds like one hell of a coincidence. You think they?re still in Greece??[/B] Ima shrugged [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue][B]?No idea, but I wouldn?t stick around if I had that charge on my head.?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz nodded [B]?True, but still, we should watch our backs.?[/B][/COLOR] ------------------ [COLOR=Black]OOC: Oz, I just went ahead and posted, let me kow if you think anything should be changed[/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=2][FONT=Tahoma][COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Name:[/COLOR] Alexia [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Age:[/COLOR]22 [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Gender: [/COLOR] female [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Home Planet:[/COLOR] Mars [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Appearance:[/COLOR] 5'4", 120lbs, Long thick natural dark red hair, captivating red/ brown eyes and her skin has a light tan that almost glows like she had a light layer of gold glitter on her. Typically dresses in tank tops, sneakers and kaki cargo pants (usually sticks to natural colors, browns, greens, sometimes black, blues and the rare pinks). Has a woman?s dark brown leather jacket [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Personality:[/COLOR] friendly, strong, has a fighter/surviver attitude, a kind of sarcastic sense of humor, but she has a natural charisma that draws people to her. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Bio:[/COLOR] Lex has no family left that she knows off. Her only living relative she knew, was her older brother who raised her in the largest mars colony (city) till she was 10, then he too died in a horrible car accident, leaving her to fend for herself. Some of the other street kids took her in and helped her until she could take care of herself. She lived on the streets, getting work wherever she could, where they?d let her. When she was 15 she had enough to get a small slum apartment. She learned how to fight on the streets. At 17 Lex finally saved enough to go to earth, to make something of her life. She landed in NYC. She got a job waitressing and went to school at night. Her mind absorbed everything and anything they could teach her. She had a close friend, Christy. They worked together at the restaurant and got an apartment together. Life was as good as she had ever had it for 4 years. Christy was killed in the disaster of Dec. 31st. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Weaponary: [/COLOR] (she?s ambidextrous) two guns [URL=http://www.eliteairsoftuk.com/reviews/wilson_vreaker_12/img_wilson_vreaker_12/vreaker_003.jpg][COLOR=Navy]weapon pic[/COLOR][/URL] with 15 round magazines and special exploding rounds. A double edged katana like sword. Also likes to use throwing knifes when she can get her hands on them (a habit from her street life). [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Gift:[/COLOR] Healing. She can heal herself (the more serious the wound, the longer to heal) and sometimes others, but it takes a lot of concentration to heal others. [COLOR=DeepSkyBlue]Greatest Fear:[/COLOR] she hates thunder? she associates the sound with her brother?s car crash.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[FONT=Tahoma][SIZE=2][COLOR=DarkRed]Watchs the angel leave with Kadar. [B]?Pássaro dum raio! Are you ok?? [/B] she said as she helped Ima to stand [COLOR=MediumTurquoise][B]?I think so. What did she mean ?find that out by yourself???[/B][/COLOR] Kariz stood and stared in the direction they had gone. [B]?I think it?s our job now to find the others.? [/B] Turns to Ima [B]?Come on in and get some food before we leave.?[/B] They walked into the house. Avó was setting the table. [B]?What?s for dinner??[/B] [B]?Açorda. Will your friend be joining us? I?ll set an extra place.?[/B] [B]?Yes, thank you Avó.? [/B] Ima nudged her [B][COLOR=MediumTurquoise]?What is açorda??[/COLOR] [/B] Kariz smiled [B]?It?s clams and homemade bread, dry soup.?[/B]Ima nodded and they sat down to eat. During dinner Kariz had explained to her family that she had to go and they seemed to accept that, though her father ate silently and went back to watching TV as soon as he finished eating. Kariz took Ima upstairs so she could pack her bag and figure out where to go next. [COLOR=MediumTurquoise]?[B]I like your room, a lot of candles[/B]?[/COLOR] Ima said, sitting on the bed and watching her pack Kariz smiled [B]?They come in handy, speaking of which?? [/B] she packed a couple and grabbed some cloths from the closest. [COLOR=MediumTurquoise][B]?So, should we find Kadar first? And how are we supposed to find the others? I don?t know about you but this is all very new to me.?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz paused and sat on the bed next to her [B]?Well, I?ve been in this gig for about 8 years. Granted I didn?t know exactly the who what?s and whys, but I?ve got a pretty clear idea now. Kadar can probably take care of himself once he wakes up; he struck me as the strong type. I?ll see if I can sense the next zodiac. After that I?ll do what I can to help you develop and use your powers if you like.?[/B] Ima smiled[COLOR=MediumTurquoise] [B]?Thanks?[/B][/COLOR] Kariz nodded and went over, turning out the light. With a wave of her hand the candles in the room lit and she sat on the floor and closed her eyes, concentrating. [I]At first she detected multiple auras of angels, demons, and others she couldn?t pick out. Then, as she narrowed her concentration, one aura stood out. She wasn?t sure why, but it was the best she had. She opened her eyes and stood, turning on the lights.[/I] [B]?Ok, I think our next destination is Greece.? [/B] [B][COLOR=MediumTurquoise]"Alright, how do you know that? What did you do?" [/COLOR] [/B] Ima asked, she sounded kinda exasperated and Kariz could understand why. This was a alot to throw at someone who did know anything about it before hand [B]"Meditated. It's a good skill to have, I'll teach you on our way over. And I'm voting for a plane to get us there, a boat would take far too long"[/B] Ima nodded [B][COLOR=MediumTurquoise]"Yeah, the faster trip the better."[/COLOR][/B] Kariz went over to her dresser and pulled out her dad?s old leather shoulder holster with her . 40 s&w in it. She strapped it on and put a couple jungle knives on her belt. Kariz then threw on a knee length beat up brown leather coat to cover her weapons. She grabbed her bag, clapped her hands and the candles went out. She smiled at Ima, and they headed down the stairs and out the door.[/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]