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Zelman Clock ([personal profile] crimsoneye) wrote in [community profile] mogmelodies2015-11-07 01:19 pm

First Bite | Knives to a gun fight?

[ Forward dated to: November 9th ]

"Heroes of Light",

Wouldn't you say it's a commendable effort recruiting this many people in a singular plight to protect the world from Calamity? Not just this world, but by extension our own, too. Who or whatever is behind this is quite impressive, collecting dozens, if not, a hundred heroes. I wasn't aware such power existed to this degree.

This god complex of the responsible party overstepped boundaries, and you're no different if you take ownership of the title granted to you by this facadé. What entitles you to think, if you comply, you'll be returned, or heroic? Or do all heroes believe what they're told? By serving, are you convinced you're doing justice?

Changes don't magically happen, and blood will spill in this civil strife against the painted enemy, but you must have already consented to that if you think yourself to be a hero.

[ The letter has no close. ]
vonspielburg: (Default)

[personal profile] vonspielburg 2015-11-07 10:16 pm (UTC)(link)
[Ellie smiles as she reads the letter. Someone seems more than a little bitter about his or her situation. This person could prove to be interesting. While her plans are nowhere near being solidified, she likes knowing who she can depend upon as a resource for the future. And since the Moogle who delivered the letter seems to be awaiting a reply, why not grant it? 'Wait a moment,' she says, and writes a letter. She has to be careful with her words, so as not to give away her own motivations and secrets. The letter is only to serve as a means to track the original author anyway.]

Fellow Hero (if I may presume that you are, indeed, here under the same circumstances as the rest of us),

You make several interesting assumptions. I wonder what it is that has jaded you so. Do you plan to rise up against this power you seem to despise? I would be interested to know what your own plans happen to be concerning the matter. Surely you must hold more ambition than the others.

~L

[She folds the letter and gives it to Mograma. Once he leaves...she follows, and nods at Kupozen, who nods back. He follows too, just in case Mograma goes somewhere that the earthbound Ellie cannot.]
vonspielburg: (Hooded)

[personal profile] vonspielburg 2015-11-12 04:18 am (UTC)(link)
[Ellie doesn't announce her presence just yet. The moment she realizes that the one sending the letters has taken to doing so outside of the city, she knows two things: one, that he's smart, and two, that engaging him here could be very dangerous. There are no witnesses, save for her own Moogle, and she's not sure she can trust Kupozen to watch her back just yet.]

[She moves carefully. There's not much cover, save for the occasional rocks or sparse trees, so he may well see her coming. If she does spot him, and knows that he's aware of her, she'll drop all pretense of stealth and hail him.]

[But for now, she'd like to get just a little closer, to see just what kind of person she may be dealing with.]
vonspielburg: (Unimpressed)

[personal profile] vonspielburg 2015-11-14 08:34 pm (UTC)(link)
[Good. It gives her an ample opportunity to observe him, and note just how many letters he's collected. She watches the expressions play over his face when he responds. He doesn't seem to be taking much pleasure in his responses, so perhaps he's not doing it simply for a love of chaos. What is his aim, she wonders.]

You are causing quite a stir, it seems.

[She makes sure to stand a fair distance away when she announces her presence, to ensure she doesn't get a knife in the eye if he happens to be the jumpy type. Her hands are loose at her sides, rather than folded, just in case he is the sort to go for a weapon.]

Do you truly wish for information, or are you attempting to spread malcontent for the sake of chaos, I wonder?
vonspielburg: (Stubborn)

[personal profile] vonspielburg 2015-11-19 10:59 pm (UTC)(link)
It would change everything.

[Her head tips to the side as she regards him, and stays right where she is.]

I have spoken with many of these heroes, and I do not like what I have seen and heard. Most neglect their duties for the sake of parties or a comfortable living. Saving the world takes place only when it is convenient.

But until your letter, I believed I must be the only one who sees it this way.

[Ellie searches his face, unblinking, unsmiling.]

So I pose the question to you: do you seek chaos for the sake of satisfying a dark urge, or do you seek the opportunity to change a system that is broken and in dire need of repair?
vonspielburg: (Frustration)

[personal profile] vonspielburg 2015-12-01 10:15 pm (UTC)(link)
I have no objections to saving a world.

[She folds her arms now, a faint sign of trust.]

Particularly if its destruction endangers my own. I had to be sure you were not a madman. Our ideals would clash if you were the type of man to act on violent impulses. So. Tell me.

[Her chin jerks a little toward Zelman.]

What is it you are hoping to accomplish? What are your goals? We may be able to align our plans, perhaps.
vonspielburg: (Unimpressed)

[personal profile] vonspielburg 2015-12-07 08:43 pm (UTC)(link)
I was expecting something a little more concrete than that.

[She sighs heavily.]

Very well. I will take care of the planning, then, if you have nothing of your own to contribute.

[That's probably for the best anyway. Her first step, then, is to try and figure out the big picture and how to make those pieces fall into place.]
Edited 2015-12-07 20:43 (UTC)
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[personal profile] silencesfate 2015-11-08 04:55 am (UTC)(link)
It works better if you don't think of it as an obligation, and just do what you want as your instincts tell you. Getting forced sucks, doesn't it?

[ Minato doesn't write it down, feeling like it would be too troublesome to argue his stance with a stranger, but this is what he says to the Moogle. After this brief comment, he gets straight back to work... leaving Zelman's Moogle free reign if he should mention his reply or not. The boy doesn't seem to care either way. ]
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[personal profile] silencesfate 2015-11-12 10:46 am (UTC)(link)
[ Huh, a reply... He wasn't expecting that. Might as well bring out the pen and paper then. Though, he has Kharon write it for him to maintain their shared anonymity. ]

Then don't. Caring for your own life in the face of danger, and avoiding what you think is troublesome is reasonable.

Even in non-participation, it kind of has a way of making you involved, however. I know because I've tried.
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[personal profile] unalive_them 2015-11-08 05:12 am (UTC)(link)
Mr. or Mrs. Person-Who-Didn't-Put-Their-Name-On-This-Letter,

No DUH. I'm doing this FREE. I'm HURTING here! I should be using my awesome title to roll in the dough, but I'm pretty sure everyone will just get angry and everything.

Everyone's so picky about being heroes and everything.

- Deadpool.
2hell_weride: (Irked)

[personal profile] 2hell_weride 2015-11-08 11:39 pm (UTC)(link)
You're being narrow minded. Maybe some of us have already crossed various times and dimensions and already saved other worlds, and time periods.

What's one more world? What's one more adventure.

I get what you're saying, and no, you shouldn't just blindly assume that it is just black and white, and it's not exactly the way things present themselves to be. But that doesn't mean just blow it off because it's 'not your problem'.
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[personal profile] 2hell_weride 2015-11-12 05:58 pm (UTC)(link)
[MarKus isn't all that smart, so he basically concludes that this person is totally nitpicking everything and moves on to the last point.]

I think that's bullshit. I don't believe that our worlds are destroyed at all. There probably are still some shady dealings in the way we're brought here, and that 'sensation' is part of the illusion to better convince us that we should stay and fight, instead of trying to get home.

Most people here are the kind that are willing to help anyway, and plenty of them have the better foresight and planning to consider that kind of 'negative impact' crap. I'm a man of action. I'll act, and do what I think is right, and if I'm wrong, then I'll ask forgiveness. Better that than waiting around trying to consider permission or consequence.
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[personal profile] goddessofthesky 2015-11-11 01:10 am (UTC)(link)
To Whom It May Concern,

Who says we are heroes? This is not a title that I give myself, even here. I know what a hero is like and I am no hero.

Would you rather us stay here and die? I believe in destiny but I also believe in fighting that fate. It's already costs us a lot, so I assume you are one of the new heroes. Should you have questions I will happily answer you but don't assume those who choose to take this title do so lightly.

It is a choice. Just as it is your choice too.

-Zelda
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[personal profile] goddessofthesky 2015-11-12 04:04 am (UTC)(link)
Liberated is also a word that I wouldn't use.

[He makes everything sound so depressing.]

We learn, it's impossible to know everything and it's assuming knowledge that can cause damage. There also many paths we can take, if what we gathered is correct. If you have more questions you are welcome to come to the observatory. I've been trying to gather as much information as I an about this world and our place in it.

As for the other heroes, you should go out and meet them. My word shouldn't be enough to prove that they haven't taken that title in vain.

~Zelda
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[personal profile] goddessofthesky 2015-11-16 01:19 am (UTC)(link)
I have basic understanding of this world but there are thing happening that we don't know. If you have ways to find out more that would be helpful but why do you judge others when you do nothing yourself?

I won't claim that those brought here are heroes but they shouldn't be dismissed either. We all have our own strength as you do yours.

~Zelda
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[personal profile] goddessofthesky 2015-11-19 09:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Even so, you should try not to make enemies here. You’re strengths aren’t the same as they once was and we don’t have our abilities from home. Take that as you will, consider it advice from a friend.

There is strength and if you see it nowhere else I will show it to you.

~Zelda
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[personal profile] shepherd_prince 2015-11-11 07:27 am (UTC)(link)
[Whaaaat's with this letter? Chrom isn't sure what to make of it. He looks at Zelman's Moogle, who seems to be patiently awaiting a reply. Honestly he isn't sure what to say, but if he must say something, he supposes he could scribe a response. So he politely asks the Moogle to wait a moment, offers it tea and a place to sit, while Chrom composes a letter.]

If you harbor concerns, perhaps you would be better served by naming yourself. I am unsure why you assume we are here to claim glory or fame. I desire neither. Given your disdain, I presume this is the same for you?

I am under no illusions about the possibility of violence and bloodshed in the days to come. It is my hope that we can avoid both, and I mean to sue for peace between the warring nations of this world to present a united front against a more pressing and mutual foe. If you choose to stand with us, I would welcome you gladly.

Whatever your plans may be, I wish you good fortune. May we be victorious and return to our worlds soon.

Signed,
Chrom
shepherd_prince: (Sigh)

[personal profile] shepherd_prince 2015-11-12 03:59 am (UTC)(link)
Stranger,

I value direct speech. Whether your opinion is wholly accepted or rejected, it matters little. Speak without fear of causing offense.

You refer to humans as if you are not one of them. May I ask what you are? Perhaps I might better understand your position if I knew from whence it came.

Your guess is correct, as I hail from a land that has barely seen the end of a long and bloody war with the neighboring halidom. It was hard fought, and precious lives were lost. I would not readily engage in another war if circumstances can be avoided, but I will not shy away from taking up arms if that is what must be done.

What of yourself? Surely you must have some desire to defend your world. What will you choose to do?

Signed,
Chrom
shepherd_prince: (Stressed)

[personal profile] shepherd_prince 2015-11-14 09:01 pm (UTC)(link)
From what I've been told, death seems to matter little to those who were drawn here from different worlds. Those who are killed turn to crystal and are teleported to the Crystal, upon which they reawaken in perfect health a week later. It's a strange phenomenon. Nonetheless, I understand your concern and need for discretion in that case.

[And he has no idea what an Old Blood is, nor has he heard of vampires before.]

It seems as if your world shares some striking similarities with this one. You are correct; the political strife between nations and races is troubling to me as well. I've begun researching the history of politics and warfare, but I am not certain how much impact I can make, if any. Perhaps if more of us work together, we will have a better chance of achieving a peaceful union and solidification of goals and resources.

What of yourself? Have you made any plans as to what you will do here, or are you still gathering information before making a decision?

~Chrom
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[personal profile] shepherd_prince 2015-11-19 07:18 pm (UTC)(link)
[He's kind of starting to feel sorry for this Moogle. Chrom's sure he isn't the only one writing responses. Have some more tea, tiny Moogle.]

I'm certain that I am not completely alone in my efforts. It's just a matter of time, to find the appropriate connections.

And that is not something I will argue. Even so, that is why it is important to lay the groundwork now, and to form plans and alliances to get the work done. Even a small step is still a step forward.

I wish you luck, stranger. You know how to find me if you need assistance.

~Chrom
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[personal profile] idleskypirate 2015-11-12 05:29 am (UTC)(link)
Actually, this kind of power isn't all that unheard of. Not sure who did it here, but before I was here, I wasn't at home. I was pulled from Ivalice to a place where the Goddess of Harmony and the God of Discord were fighting, and I wasn't the only one. A lot of us were brought in from different worlds to do this, either as Warriors of Cosmos or Warriors of Chaos.

We also had our memories taken from us and it happened in Cycles. Apparently, the side I was on lost the last time since I didn't remember the other Cycles. But I didn't end up going home at the end of the last Cycle I was in, I ended up here.

But the world isn't black and white and you're right, change doesn't magically happen. But it doesn't mean it doesn't happen. Especially if you're the type to want to make that change.

I want to go home as much as the next person, but doing nothing won't get me any closer to home either. I'm sure we can figure something out, right?
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[personal profile] wings_of_steel 2015-11-14 06:43 am (UTC)(link)
Dear Anonymous

I've honestly have never thought myself to be such a person. Heroes of Light is such a simple term to me to be honest. I've been called much worse in my own world.

Of course, I've never lost sight of the brutal truth in front of me. There is not a victory without blood to be spilled, unfortunately. No matter what right one tries to obtain, there will always be sacrifices in the process. In reality, having a title, and shouldering the world isn't as justified as it seems to be.

I question a lot of what this world has to offer, but I do not regret the assistance that I have given it. I believe I am doing justice out of my own beliefs and not of simple idealistic beliefs that cannot be made in reality. It would be a little too harsh to lump all the people who are considered "Heroes" in specific category.

There are good and there are bad. There are also morally gray and those who follow their own paths despite being forced with such tasks.

-- Selen
Edited 2015-11-14 06:43 (UTC)
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[personal profile] fearlessherosheart 2015-11-16 04:38 am (UTC)(link)
I have been aspiring to the title of Hero since i was old enough to lift blade and hear the tales of heroes past from my parents and my nurse. I did not need anyone from this world to grant me the title.

As for service, I seek the things I have always sought. To guard my own world from intrusion, and to prove my own skill with blade and sorcery, to conduct myself with honor and to enjoy myself while doing so. I serve only Her Majesty Zerika the IV, Empress of Dragaera, my leige-lord, Duke Temma of Arylle, and Sethra Lavode, Captain of the Lavodes, two of whom are not here, and one of whom is in the state known as Crystal Stasis Everything else is at my own whim.

I have seen enough to decide that this cycle of the Calamity is a threat to the Dragaeran Empire, therefore I must address it in whatever manner seems appropriate. Should the price be my death, or the binding of my soul to this strange world, if no further souls are stolen from our Empire, then so be it.

Yours Sincerely,

Tazendra Lavode, Baroness of Daavya
fearlessherosheart: Tazendra, a hand on the side of her face, looking intent (interested)

[personal profile] fearlessherosheart 2015-11-22 02:27 am (UTC)(link)
You perceive, that 'similar though different' is akin to describing something as 'neither black nor white'; it offers a wide range of alternatives.

So what are your motives?

-- Tazendra, Baroness Daavya
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[personal profile] fearlessherosheart 2015-12-19 11:55 pm (UTC)(link)
Ah, well, I look forward to it, then. I wouldn't want to miss it.

-- Yours Sincerely,

Tazendra, Baroness Daavya