soul_heart | the first meeting

the first meeting

[ It almost seemed the Primal had beckoned them. Alphinaud, Papalymo, Yda and Urianger had come to investigate Alexander, and there had been a large open passage. They'd all entered together, and there was a city. After a bit of navigation, though...

...there was a Primal standing in the center of the town. Well, it looked like a Primal to all those who could see it, the four who presented themselves inside. They looked like a being of pure Light, eying the four.

But it seems they won't make the first move. Not yet. ]

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[ That's when Cordis mumbles. ] Had t'... deal with other things. Didn't know.

[ Gently, Cid continued to hold Cordis, who now looked... mostly Hyur. Though he still looked far too glowing, fate still mocked him by these others around. ] He had to help us tame Omega, and he also recently returned from a trip to territory that was once Ivalice. But part of his condition is that he can't refuse these trips - he's the hero. [ there's sadness in his voice. ] Not even the Twelve can change that - and they've tried!

…yeah. As- well, as the Warrior of Light- you must be pretty busy, huh?

{Well- that makes sense as the Warrior of Light. She still feels curious about Cordis, leaning forward a little.]. Omega- the machine that subdued Shinryuu? The one who supports everyone- you mean? [she gives a worried chirp.]. They can't? What if- something happened to him?

[ Cordis nods a little, trying not to doze off. He-- Cid trusted him with this and now Cid's saving him. Goddamnit, he doesn't need this. (But Cordis likes it.) ]

Yes, the very same. She's become an assistant to me - in a way.

...I don't know what we'd-- what I'd do if something bad happened to them again. [ He's gently touching the earrings hanging from Cordis - the White Ravens, sadly. ] But as long as we support him, things'll work out in the end.

[She's a little worried about getting close, but- Cordis seems as though they need rest.]

In a way…? Well- I'm glad you have help.

Yeah. I… well, maybe you know better'n me. [she nods!]. I think so. I mean- I want everyone to be happy.

She's still learning about the world - and emotions. [ Cid looks to calm a little. His wings wrapping around the scared Primal, but offering others for Yda to inspect. She, after all, is bird-esque. ]

...Then it's good we've met. For beings who don't have much Light, you're filled with kindness.

I guess- those wouldn't have been something she cared about, before? [she steps forward to take up the offer, touching them gently- starting to fuss a little, because it's nice. And he is being good to them.]

Oh- well- we're trying! I mean- I don't want people to think badly of us, really.

[ Cid is so kind, a lot more then the tol they knew. And he doesn't seem to mind as Alphinaud has approached - and bitten onto his arm. He's gonna let him do this, though Cordis sighs a little. Frowning at Cid.

The clicking has gone quiet. ]

You're sort of strange looking - but you're not violent. We'll need to get used to all of you soon enough, anyway.

[It's nice! She gives a soft sound, watching Alphinaud, watching Cid- he doesn't seem to mind, but-]. Is this all right?

[she didn't realise for a little, but- it's easier to relax now.]

Well… not most of the time, at least. Because- the worlds are getting closer?

I told you - I'm Alexander. I... have a lot of aether and light which I can't put to any good use. [ he sort of. taps his goggles, where his third eye is. ]

They are. I can't see quite when they'll become one - or if you'll all need to take refuge in here instead. Depends on what Garlemald does next.

Yeah- you definitely look bright. As long as you're sure! [she reaches out to tap him too, so gently.]

Well- we know we can reach out to you, at least, right? I guess it'd be easier if we could tell how they were gonna act…. But I don't want to put anyone in danger.

[ Cid finally lays Cordis down, letting him rest on the ground - which seems fine for the Primal, who's cuddling himself comfortably. So very tired, sort of. Putting hands to Cid. ]

That you can - though we'll need a better way then you just entering here. Does your reflection have tomephones? [ asked so kindly, before he offers out one of his hands. does she wish to suckle light from him too? papalymo seems to be waiting to see if it's safe before he does. ] I don't want to either. And neither does anybody here - in my World of Gods.

[she reaches out to touch Cordis a little, too, gently- just trying to reassure him.]

Yeah- this place seems pretty interesting, but also kinda complicated! I didn't realise there'd be an entire city here. Um… I don't think I've heard of them, but there could be some? We can ask. [she reaches out to take his hand, settling against him to start nomming a little.] That's good to hear! You're all good Gods, then.

The Goblins who made their home inside here created it - it wasn't me. Made to hold knowledge of everything Eorzea. [ aww cid is proud, before he gets out a tomephone. with everybody now feeding. :3c ] Even those who begin as lost and confused end up fine with us-- even those who were Garlean before.

Oh- Goblins, huh? Well, it looked like a pretty good job! Very handy! [she's making soft happy sounds as she feeds, cuddling up and relaxing.] Well- I bet you guys have been helping them, right? Because- it's not nice to be lost. Wait- Garleans have become Gods, too?

...They have. Doesn't seem to matter, if I'm honest.

[ His expression turns a little serious. ] Whoever chose to make us gods doesn't care for our pasts and how damned dangerous it could be - but it also influences what we become. Take Gaius van Baelsar. He is now the Primal of the Gnath - a being who runs though and commands all their minds.

I guess- maybe it'd make them feel more invested, huh?

The way… we all kinda seem to fit, too? [she leans into him, listening.]. So sort of- like commanding an army.

...Yes, a lot like that. You're some form of griffin, aren't you? And then we've got a sphinx, a kirin, and a vampire. Fitting for each of you. Whoever's above me has a sense of humour.

Yup! See, that's what I thought. Maybe they do! But it seems a little less weird than if we were something else, right?

It does. Cid smiles. I don't think I'd go well as another Deity. [ Cid is quiet, moving to sit and gesturing the others to sit as well. ] In this reflection, Yda is Rhalgr - and she also still uses her mask.

It'd be weird- especially if they had a different aspect, right? [she settles down, cuddling, with a little excited chirp.]. Rhalgr-! That's very impressive- I guess she's just as much of a guardian, huh? Is that- do the others mind?

If they minded, they'd get a fist-full from her and her apprentice. [ that is a yes, as cid laughs a little. ] Though the Sylph are convinced she's Ramuh.

Her apprentice-! So we've both got people we care about, huh? [she wriggles a little, excited.]. The Sylphs are? I never imagined- I guess I could see it, though! Are- are they okay?

--If not for Garlemald, we'd be at absolute peace. [ Cid admits, smiling. ] I hope it comes soon... for Cordis' sake. They've even managed to win over Ascians to our side. Except for the one in white.

So we just have to convince them…. Sounds easier than it'll be. [she nods.]. I hope so! I didn't know that- there's one in white? I thought they wouldn't be able to wear it.

Yes. His name is Elidibus - at least, that's what I've heard. One of those higher Ascians, like what Lahabrea an' Igeyorhm used to be. [ Cid shrugs, though. ] It's got to be more complex then that.

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