[She leaned until she slouched in her seated position, elbows over knees.]
I'd like to at least marry a lovely gentleman and carry a few of his children before I worry about dying, myself. So that's out. And no, that doesn't mean you get to go off and do something rash, yourself.
I'll pinch your ears something fierce. Don't think I won't, dear Julius!
[ Dear Julius... how long has it been since he was called that? ]
I won't. I can't die.
[ At least, it brings a slight smile to his normally serious countenance, touched up with amusement. ]
I might not have a full understanding of what the Crystals are, but - I have a suggestion.
[ He holds out both hands in front of him, palms exposed, and closes his eyes. A vessel to contain magic, a battery... that was the thought that he had to give life.
Small, white strands sprout from his hands, much like seedlings growing from a weathered trunk. They weave together to form a octahedral shape, growing to the size of an apple before stopping and abruptly turning clear. The residual threads fade and dissolve into dust, leaving the crystal (?) hovering in the air above his hands. ]
Something like this? I don't know if it'll work...
[She presumes he means that in conviction, rather than an outright admission. Regardless, she seemed to believe that he won't be as rash as she'd thought. But when he seemed to focus, confusion colored her face.
The xaela opted for climbing down from the tree, springing from the branch and landing on her boots as something began to form within Julius' hands. It was white at first, then cleared.]
I'd wondered what Qri had given you. It... it certainly looks like a crystal.
[But she sighed.]
I could test it by trying to attune some of my aether to it, but my natural ability doesn't work on the island.
[ That's... not actually his magic, but the moment to correct that had passed; and he considers the prospect of leaving the mistake be. It would conceal his true nature, too. ]
You do?
[ He had noticed the lack of his Qri-given magic, but the Singularity's power still persisted. ]
Whenever I attune to a crystal in Eorzea, I reach out and channel some of my magic into it.
Red could, theoretically, be taught to channel a great deal of his energy into a crystal and offer it as a source of energy for Qri. While the side-effect is draining of one's vitality normally, a practical wellspring as he may actually be relieved of such excess.
But creation, too, is taxing. Thus the need to harvest a source of natural crystals rather than conjured. I'm... surprised you're still standing.
[ Ah, that was more easily understood. The reason he could do this without much detriment was the fact that he carried a near-inexhaustible energy supply inside himself.
Does he come clear about it? ]
I have endurance beyond that of normal people.
[ This works. ]
Though I don't know much about all this still, so I don't know if it has been made to 'aether' specifications.
[ He closes his eyes after watching her intently. The way she says it suggests that she had the experience before. Maybe he should ask, but he'll wait to see if she volunteers it herself. ]
It still frightens me. I remember every time but vaguely, the pain of it... poison, claws, countless times involving magic. I hate knowing it's coming knowing that it won't simply be "over". I just have to do better.
Hydaelyn and Zodiark were together, once. Two halves to a whole for balance. When Zodiark craved further power, Hydaelyn cast Him away. Now all the worlds that were created as a result of the split fight to maintain balance between Light and Dark.
Dark is... an increasing problem back home. Hydaelyn chose to impart Her blessing upon me. I will not die, and I can hear all languages. I cannot be tainted and corrupted by other malevolent forces. But in exchange, I must do what I can to maintain the balance.
[She shrugged and focused on the grass.]
...I just wanted to dance. I'm... not entirely cut out for the 'saving the world' mumbo-jumbo.
[It's a hollow smile, but it's gone just like that. She really had nobody who would do that sort of thing. Everyone else would just be corrupted by the next primal they met, so it was her. It was always her.
Because who else would? When even ex-villains would show their exasperation on always sending the woman to do the job rather than an army, you had to wonder.
Madhuri drew in a breath and stood.]
I'm sorry. It's likely I sound like a fool for hating it, when so many others must want a destiny like that.
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Is it possible to fabricate a crystal?
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I suppose if Qri were to sneeze, she may make crystals. I happen to possess a little bit of pepper~
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Is there a way to access the lifestream without using magic?
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We all return to the lifestream when we die.
[She leaned until she slouched in her seated position, elbows over knees.]
I'd like to at least marry a lovely gentleman and carry a few of his children before I worry about dying, myself. So that's out. And no, that doesn't mean you get to go off and do something rash, yourself.
I'll pinch your ears something fierce. Don't think I won't, dear Julius!
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I won't. I can't die.
[ At least, it brings a slight smile to his normally serious countenance, touched up with amusement. ]
I might not have a full understanding of what the Crystals are, but - I have a suggestion.
[ He holds out both hands in front of him, palms exposed, and closes his eyes. A vessel to contain magic, a battery... that was the thought that he had to give life.
Small, white strands sprout from his hands, much like seedlings growing from a weathered trunk. They weave together to form a octahedral shape, growing to the size of an apple before stopping and abruptly turning clear. The residual threads fade and dissolve into dust, leaving the crystal (?) hovering in the air above his hands. ]
Something like this? I don't know if it'll work...
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The xaela opted for climbing down from the tree, springing from the branch and landing on her boots as something began to form within Julius' hands. It was white at first, then cleared.]
I'd wondered what Qri had given you. It... it certainly looks like a crystal.
[But she sighed.]
I could test it by trying to attune some of my aether to it, but my natural ability doesn't work on the island.
[A pause. Then a soft breath.]
Ah, but I know someone who could...!
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You do?
[ He had noticed the lack of his Qri-given magic, but the Singularity's power still persisted. ]
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[A moment of focus, and to mind comes the pupper himself.]
He's a dog. A very hungry one... I promised him a meal. You too, now that I think about it, for helping me with the Uvi problem.
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I see...?
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Red could, theoretically, be taught to channel a great deal of his energy into a crystal and offer it as a source of energy for Qri. While the side-effect is draining of one's vitality normally, a practical wellspring as he may actually be relieved of such excess.
But creation, too, is taxing. Thus the need to harvest a source of natural crystals rather than conjured. I'm... surprised you're still standing.
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Does he come clear about it? ]
I have endurance beyond that of normal people.
[ This works. ]
Though I don't know much about all this still, so I don't know if it has been made to 'aether' specifications.
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[She lay a finger to her chin, with a 'DO go on' look in her eyes. But he was stoic as ever... the problem with a flirtatious personality.]
Ah. Well, that's for me to find out once I track down the man... dog.
[She canted her head.]
Either way, I'm sorry- you said death wasn't in the cards for you. Were you being cheeky?
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My curse prevents me from dying. If I am injured too heavily, it will forcibly regenerate my body.
[ That curse front always works, so here it is. ]
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[Nothing. For nearly a minute, there was nothing while the gears were turning.]
Tasting the dirt and blood every time never gets easier, does it?
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[ He closes his eyes after watching her intently. The way she says it suggests that she had the experience before. Maybe he should ask, but he'll wait to see if she volunteers it herself. ]
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It still frightens me. I remember every time but vaguely, the pain of it... poison, claws, countless times involving magic. I hate knowing it's coming knowing that it won't simply be "over". I just have to do better.
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Does someone revive you?
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Could you elaborate?
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Dark is... an increasing problem back home. Hydaelyn chose to impart Her blessing upon me. I will not die, and I can hear all languages. I cannot be tainted and corrupted by other malevolent forces. But in exchange, I must do what I can to maintain the balance.
[She shrugged and focused on the grass.]
...I just wanted to dance. I'm... not entirely cut out for the 'saving the world' mumbo-jumbo.
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I hope there are people who would walk that path with you.
[ Said carefully, a certain melancholy in his eyes. ]
This is a burden that one person should not have to bear by themselves.
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[It's a hollow smile, but it's gone just like that. She really had nobody who would do that sort of thing. Everyone else would just be corrupted by the next primal they met, so it was her. It was always her.
Because who else would? When even ex-villains would show their exasperation on always sending the woman to do the job rather than an army, you had to wonder.
Madhuri drew in a breath and stood.]
I'm sorry. It's likely I sound like a fool for hating it, when so many others must want a destiny like that.
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[ This he says with a shake of his head, grey eyes hardening into steel ]
That destiny drives people to ruin and despair.
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...It does. Ha... I think I've waited far too long for someone to get that. It doesn't change my position, and once I go back, it'll only continue.
But here? I'm Madhuri. You're Julius. It's... it's nice. To me, anyway.
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[ He lifts his head, gazing at her in pensiveness ]
It's best for me if I do not return to my world. Should you need help with yours... I can come.
[ Never again will he leat another be abandoned to the same insanity that had consumed himself. ]
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