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[ So a habit Rin has developed neigh-daily these days is going out into the forest to train with his flames. That is to say, he brings a small sac of candles collected from the item shop, and practices lighting them on fire the way Shura told him to try out back home. It's harder here given he can't draw his sword still and he can't access all of his power, so his control's been all over the place. Recently though, he encountered a man in the forest who reminded him there might be a wolf who might be pissed at his flame-practice in her trees. Thus, since that encounter Rin has switched gears. Namely, he's tried to work on some sword-swinging forms.
Thing is, he only has a wooden sword, and with nothing to fight against (normally he'd go against Kuro, but Kuro... well, isn't here) he's not sure how to handle it. Still, he practices swinging out into the forest, trying to get a feel for things so that when he can draw Kurikara again, he can do so more effectively. Today, however, is different. When Rin goes to his clearing, he encounters a cold and somewhat old looking giant bug. The bug looked at him warily, and Rin looked at it warily. There was a brief confrontation in which Rin wished for the hundredth time that his Demon Telepathy worked on things here in Luceti.
But... seeing his sword and seeing the sword-like arms on the bug, Rin concluded this thing, too, was a warrior. The bug, seeming to look for some semblance of normality within this cold and unfamiliar forest, perked up at Rin assuming a swordman's stance at the bug. The two nodded at each other... and the duel began]
Come on, you got- [the scythe deflects his last blow, though it does not slice the wooden sword in half just yet, mercifully] whoa- [Rin then flips back, doing a standing backflip back, causing his tail to fly back a bit and when he lands, some more blue flames sprout up into being on his shoulders as he smirks and lunges a strike which actually manages to connect with the old Scyther's shoulder] There!
[ Yes, the fight raced through the forest and finally made it into town, or well, the edges of town. On one end there is Tracey's Scyther who despite being old and more than a little tired by now, is refusing to admit defeat to this actually amazingly strong "human" in front of him. On the other side is Rin, who now has his shoulders and parts of his upper arms tinged with sparks of blue fire and a wooden sword in his hand. His clothing is ripped in place, and he has a few splotches of blood on him, though no obvious wounds (thanks healing factor!). He also has his tail exposed for once. It's waving behind him, because his shirt ripped in just the right spot to expose it mid-fight and he's not been in a position to put it back away.
Despite the fact that they're fighting, those who knows to sense the mood of combat ought to sense that the two are not doing this out of hatred or anything. In fact, both seem to be very excited and have quickly developed an odd sense of admiration for the other's ability. The only minor exception to this is the fact that Rin is still rearing to go while scyther is obviously tiring out (so Rin might have his sword just sliced in half soon enough). So, well. Feel free to run into this scene]
[ So a habit Rin has developed neigh-daily these days is going out into the forest to train with his flames. That is to say, he brings a small sac of candles collected from the item shop, and practices lighting them on fire the way Shura told him to try out back home. It's harder here given he can't draw his sword still and he can't access all of his power, so his control's been all over the place. Recently though, he encountered a man in the forest who reminded him there might be a wolf who might be pissed at his flame-practice in her trees. Thus, since that encounter Rin has switched gears. Namely, he's tried to work on some sword-swinging forms.
Thing is, he only has a wooden sword, and with nothing to fight against (normally he'd go against Kuro, but Kuro... well, isn't here) he's not sure how to handle it. Still, he practices swinging out into the forest, trying to get a feel for things so that when he can draw Kurikara again, he can do so more effectively. Today, however, is different. When Rin goes to his clearing, he encounters a cold and somewhat old looking giant bug. The bug looked at him warily, and Rin looked at it warily. There was a brief confrontation in which Rin wished for the hundredth time that his Demon Telepathy worked on things here in Luceti.
But... seeing his sword and seeing the sword-like arms on the bug, Rin concluded this thing, too, was a warrior. The bug, seeming to look for some semblance of normality within this cold and unfamiliar forest, perked up at Rin assuming a swordman's stance at the bug. The two nodded at each other... and the duel began]
Come on, you got- [the scythe deflects his last blow, though it does not slice the wooden sword in half just yet, mercifully] whoa- [Rin then flips back, doing a standing backflip back, causing his tail to fly back a bit and when he lands, some more blue flames sprout up into being on his shoulders as he smirks and lunges a strike which actually manages to connect with the old Scyther's shoulder] There!
[ Yes, the fight raced through the forest and finally made it into town, or well, the edges of town. On one end there is Tracey's Scyther who despite being old and more than a little tired by now, is refusing to admit defeat to this actually amazingly strong "human" in front of him. On the other side is Rin, who now has his shoulders and parts of his upper arms tinged with sparks of blue fire and a wooden sword in his hand. His clothing is ripped in place, and he has a few splotches of blood on him, though no obvious wounds (thanks healing factor!). He also has his tail exposed for once. It's waving behind him, because his shirt ripped in just the right spot to expose it mid-fight and he's not been in a position to put it back away.
Despite the fact that they're fighting, those who knows to sense the mood of combat ought to sense that the two are not doing this out of hatred or anything. In fact, both seem to be very excited and have quickly developed an odd sense of admiration for the other's ability. The only minor exception to this is the fact that Rin is still rearing to go while scyther is obviously tiring out (so Rin might have his sword just sliced in half soon enough). So, well. Feel free to run into this scene]
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[Precis is new to Luceti. She's just left from looking around the shops, trying to see if she could find anything she needed. Now she's watching a boy who looks to be around her age fight with a giant bug, but. Something is definitely wrong.]
Hey! Watch out, your clothes are on fire!
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...Oops. Sorry, I was aiming for your shoulders!
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Wh-what the hell was that?!
[And then, of course, Scyther takes his distracted moment to use
AIR CUTTER no he only has boring moves in the show...slash on Rin's back. Which he yelps at and uses his tail to try to pat down](no subject)
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Heeey Arata...! Who are you betting on?
Hmm... I think my money is on the bug.
Gyahahaha! Are you kidding? That boy seems to have the upper hand against that insect! I'm putting it all on him!
Okaaaay then... If you're ready to lose, I won't stop you. Let's see the outcome of this battle.
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Hey, that's cheating-?!
[and then Scyther looks at him. Rin sweats bit. They seem to come to some silent understanding as Scyther twirls in place, performing Swords Dance before Rin leaps back to get himself into a position to fist fight]
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I don't know if he's brave or stupid, Master! But it seems that the scale has tipped in my favor!
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Who's talking about bets or-! Whoa-
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[Which of course is when Rin turns-
And Scyther's cut attack cuts off some of the top of his hair]
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But, right now, she's perfectly content watching these two fight from the safety of her tree branch. She's captivated by the Scyther mostly, watching and admiring his perfect form and style though she has some some interest in the combat style Rin is using. ]
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Scyther looks taken aback a bit as this guy being on blue fire]
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She notices on how Rin doesn't take any of her weaponry as she watches and studies his form some more. Her attentive eye is able to comprehend every last detail. She notices the power, and she moves out of the way to another branch as the fire begins to spark with a very well timed Shushin, a technique which vitalizes the body to the point where she becomes a quick blur. It's noticeable just because of the blur but it's hard to track or tell where the blur is now unless you see her sitting in a tree with a relaxed smile on her face. She then takes up resident in another branch where she can view the Pokémon and the man with ease. ]
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...No wait he can't use the flames on the bug.
...He pauses, a little taken aback and not sure where to go]
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Now that he has Marill, his search is made a bit easier. With the little guy's sensitive hearing, seeking other Pokémon out is a piece of cake. It isn't long before Marill picks up on Scyther's trademark call, along with the sound of battling. It utters a loud "M-Marill!" and totters off, in the direction of the fight, Tracey in tow.]
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Scyther! There you are, buddy. Are you okay?
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[It's not clear is Rin is addressing the bug or the man though. His tail flicks]
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And look she does. She never really got into Pokemon but still. That is just sort of. Huh.
Well. They're not really endangering anyone other than themselves. Does she rush to help, and if so, who? Hmm.]
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RAZOR WING fuuuuh this limited moveseta flying attack now, taking to the air! Rin blinks, and groans before trying to throw his wooden sword at the bug. It doesn't work well DODGE ROLL][ action ]
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