wooliefrand | Charonquest

[just steps right in front of the shepherds very casually]

What use do you have for a gold statue in the first place?

[ HEY ]

[stop drawing aggro that's my ONLY job]

[ this demon looking at anyone but me is a PROBLEM ]

[it's fine we can work with this, she's talking, we're having a conversation--]

Why, what other reason? It looks nice.

But you're right. Three days is hardly a minute to my kind, though it does brighten up this oh so drab atmosphere. But what is three days to all of you? Are you truly so attached to a mortal you barely know, so much so you'd risk all your lives.

[a hand to her jaw, giggling]

Men are just. . .so cute.

[she sets aside her teacup and 'stands'. Dry, brittle roots rise up, ensnaring Charon's statue, in case they get any ideas on ganking it and running.]

But now there's an interesting question. Would I like something else? Usually I'd say you're in no position to haggle. . .but I'm quite bored, you see.

So. Show me why I shouldn't keep my new water spout.

[A raise of her hand, and then sharp bones sprout from the ground with the intent to impale. Watch your step!]

Edited 2023-09-30 22:16 (UTC)

[ Sounds like it's time to ENGAGE WINGS

He grabs the hand of whoever's closest to him and flies straight up, and with Scarab still tethered to the baby leash it's just going to drag anyone still holding on along ]

First you steal my shepherd, and now you attack my flock?!

[ .....,, OKAY

Well thankfully there are more flight-capable people on this baby leash than otherwise.

SCOOPING STYX UP IN A PRINCESS CARRY AND TAKING OFF TOO ]

Hey, hey, weren't we having a nice calm conversation?!

[WELL, OKAY????

it does make it easier to tuck the sunflower into his shirt and hold up his left hand--right still has gun, naturally.]

Here's a nice conversation: YA FEELIN' BORED?

[there may be some additional ground rumblings, like the earth threatening to tear itself apart.]

HOW 'BOUT... HAND HIM OVER, OR YOUR GARDEN GETS A COMPLETE REMODEL?

[once they're in the air he pulls his gun out but doesn't actually fire yet; he's keeping an eye on Charon's statue to make sure it doesn't get pulled anywhere they can't see. he ALSO gives Blossom a look like "so???? does she have any weaknesses???? now is the time to tell us,"]

If you're looking for entertainment this badly you should invest in a few books, or a television. I can promise you that Netflix has a few centuries worth of shows you can get through.

( the hell is a netflix )

[its a timesink made for immortals don't worry about it]

( feeling that shift of the earth underneath him and he immediately jumps into the air, though not too far. )

- well, didn't you say he was a bit tacky?

Did you make this garden, madam?

[ DANGLES WITH ONE HAND ON THE BABY LEASH

OKAY I GUESS. GETS READY TO CAST A THING ]

I never said tacky can't be cute. And no, this garden was yet another futile attempt to woo me. I find it quite relaxing though. Don't you?

[the bones retract once they're all in the air, with brittle, thorny vines rising up behind her, ready to whip at them. She laughs and tilts her head at Ananke.]

You seem more of a boy than a man, but my, you are are impressive. Your flock? Do you not have a real family?

Of course, if you do think you can destroy my quaint quiet place without hurting your golden friend. . .

Do try.

[The vines whip out, lashing at them, and trying to sever the, baby leash they're all tied to.]

Edited 2023-09-30 22:44 (UTC)

[hate this hate this hate this HATE THIS]

[BLOSSOM puts her hooves together, and slips out her harness. Suddenly her body hits the ground and stays there, limp.

But wait, was that a chill down your spine you just felt? Also, why can you hear her voice in your head? ]

HELLO I'M SORRY FOR THE INVASION OF PRIVACY I'M TEMPORARILY SEMI-POSSESSING ALL OF YOU SO YOU CAN MOVE AROUND

PLEASE KILL THE BITCH OR SAVE CHARON I DON'T CARE WHICH I CAN'T DO THIS FOR LONGER THAN A FEW MINUTES OKAY GO

[ FUCKED UP ANYWAY

SUMMONS BIRDS SUMMONS A FLOCK OF FUCKED UP GREEK MYTH MONSTER BIRDS

gonna scoop up the sheep body while sending birds to steal a shiny object this is how we do it ]

[ WELL

TIME TO FIRE A HUGE ELECTROBLAST AT THE VINES COMING FOR THEM and conveniently in the direction of the demon ]

Loving my flock doesn't mean my family doesn't matter!

Edited 2023-09-30 22:53 (UTC)

Well, that didn't work.

[cutting off the earthquakes and getting his gun readied.]

Think goin' for the tried and true method of dealin' with a skeletal bitch might be easier at this point.

[ Okay give him like fifteen seconds to kneejerk try to launch Blossom directly out of his mind before aborting procedure. It's fine.

Dipping sharply to avoid the vines and bring him and Styx in closer range.

You Know What To Do ]

[aw yeah. we do love to unload a bunch of honeysuckle bullets into a fancy ewe's skull]

Re: THE GARDEN

wooliefrand - 2023-09-30 22:59 (UTC) - Expand

Re: THE GARDEN

featherduster - 2023-09-30 23:01 (UTC) - Expand

[WELL. casually attempts to root around through Blossom's memories while she's semi-possessing him, it's fine if it doesn't work but look a guy simply has to try while the opportunity is RIGHT THERE, she has TOO MANY SECRETS

he also throws up a shield immediately; it won't cover everyone if they're all spread out, but it will stop the vines from severing the baby leash bits closest to him while he charges up his gun and attempts a headshot at our lovely demon lady]

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Re: THE GARDEN

mykidisthebest - 2023-09-30 23:02 (UTC) - Expand

( ughh he feels faint, but he's going to try and drag up the roots from underneath the garden, trying to entrap her where she is, glowing a faint gold. )

Oh?

[The demon begins to laugh. And laugh and laugh and laugh and--

Perci's plant magic overpowers the demon's in the moment, turning her roots against her and ensnaring her. Also conveniently, ripping them from Charon's statue. ]

Oh, but I was so enjoying our chat! I get so few visitors your see. But honestly, can you all not multitask?

[bones sprout up to slash at the roots, freeing her, only to immediately get SHOT IN THE FACE but fucking gunslingers. Rude. The honeysuckle doesn't seem to dampen much, but the bones do seem to retract some, and she still can't regain control of the vines.

She laughs as the bullets rattle her skull though, raising another hand. . .

Just as that Electroblast overwhelms her.

(and probably a fireball or two from Chronos. Yay herd mentality).

The explosion is massive, sending debris everywhere, but it's unclear if she's destroyed.

ON THE PLUS SIDE, Charon seems free for the taking for Aides' birds or whoever else wants it. . .!]

Edited 2023-09-30 23:11 (UTC)