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Post by Pippin Laudin on Apr 24, 2021 1:54:49 GMT
Pippin was bored, as they often were, and wandered around near the University. Did they go to school? Oh no. They would never do THAT. They learned basically everything they needed to know from the two most important people in their life: their Father and Paya. However, the University grounds offered plenty of places to explore, and a library full of books (though whether or not they would read said books was totally up for debate).
Plus, the University had the absolute BEST nachos EVER. They managed to get a to-go container from one of the students there, with absolutely no trickery at all (they would NEVER do that!), and they wandered around, chomping happily on the nachos.
Eventually, they were going to have to bring some to Paya. Maybe SHE would like nachos.
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Post by Amon'i Generation on May 9, 2021 20:31:02 GMT
Amon'i was not a student. She was not an academic advisor, faculty member, nor volunteer. She was, however, a guardian, and in a city where chaos was normality, she thought no better place to patrol than a university campus where humans and metas alike joined for academic aspirations. Admittedly, it felt a bit strange to be walking amidst many people of similar age, when she was so drastically different from them. She had no further level of academics to ascend to -- she was a knight, a guardian, a warrior.
A walking abyss, completely void of emotion. She stuck out like a sore thumb.
And then, as she turned corners, she caught sight of another sore thumb. An unaccompanied child wandering a public institution, oblivious to the world around them? That was strange sighting that rivaled even her own.
Curious, she approached in her pristine uniform, her posture perfect, and her right hand planted on the pommel of her sword.
"Hello." She said, stopping in front of the child.
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Post by Pippin Laudin on May 9, 2021 22:21:37 GMT
A woman stopped right in front of them just as they took a big bite of a loaded nacho, covered in cheese, veggies, and even a little bit of meat. Their cheeks were puffed out slightly with food, their lips stained slightly with the cheese sauce.
Holding up a hand, they waved, and comically swallowed their entire mouthful of food in one gulp. Reaching up, they wiped the traces of food from their face before turning their bright, curious eyes to Amon'i.
"Hello!" They said with a brilliant smile. "You must be really brave. Or just really curious. I usually have to badger most people to talk to me." They chuckled, tilting their head to one side.
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Post by Amon'i Generation on May 15, 2021 17:14:17 GMT
Amon'i just stared down at the child, taking note of their body language and oddly expressionate visage. When acknowledged, she gave a single nod.
"Are you lost?" She asked simply, her tone completely void of emotion and her cold stare unwavering.
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Post by Pippin Laudin on May 15, 2021 18:12:41 GMT
"Oh, no! Not at all. You can't be lost if you aren't going anywhere in particular!"
Pippin smiled brightly at the Knight, pausing long enough to look her up and down.
"Are YOU lost?"
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Post by Amon'i Generation on May 15, 2021 19:16:31 GMT
Amon'i shook her head.
"I am but a traveling guardian. Likewise, where there are things worth protecting, I cannot be lost."
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Post by Pippin Laudin on May 16, 2021 20:27:16 GMT
"Are you looking for something worth protecting, then?" Pippin asked with a slight tilt to their head. They glanced down at their plate of nachos before holding it out like an offering, smiling once more. "Nacho?"
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Post by Amon'i Generation on May 20, 2021 19:18:29 GMT
"I have my priorities," Amon'i said simply, before gazing down at the food in the child's hand. "No, thank you," she said, tying her hands behind her back. This was a strange interaction, to say the least. "You are here alone?"
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Post by Pippin Laudin on May 20, 2021 20:14:47 GMT
"Ummmm, kind of. I'm never really alone, but I seem like I'm alone, and it's usually better if people think I'm alone, so I'm basically alone until I need to not be alone. Make sense?"
They smiled wide before popping the nacho into their mouth.
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Post by Amon'i Generation on May 29, 2021 20:47:31 GMT
Amon'i contemplated that for a moment. Alone, but not alone. That could have meant many things, or it could have meant nothing at all. Regardless, the child seemed harmless, but she was never one to underestimate danger. If there was something stalking or monitoring their conversation, then she would remain vigilant.
"I suppose so," she finally said with a gentle nod. "Do you care to walk with me?"
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Post by Pippin Laudin on May 30, 2021 3:42:51 GMT
"Oooh, can I??" Pippin seemed to brighten up at that, their eyes glowing at the invitation. They bounced up to their toes, clasping their hands together and glancing around.
"Do I get to ask you questions if we walk together?"
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Post by Amon'i Generation on Jun 9, 2021 1:53:02 GMT
Amon’i observed the child for awhile longer, curiously, but gave a nod of approval.
“I will answers the ones I am able,” She said, before brushing by them to resume her stride.
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Post by Pippin Laudin on Jun 22, 2021 2:37:43 GMT
They bounced up to their toes in excitement and bounded after her, clapping their fingers together as they fought the urge to squeal.
"I love asking questions! What's your favorite question to ask people?"
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Post by Amon'i Generation on Jun 22, 2021 19:03:36 GMT
"I do not have one," She answered simply, "I find learning through observation is far more interesting. Words lie. Actions do not."
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Post by Pippin Laudin on Jun 22, 2021 20:37:46 GMT
"Do you think that words ALWAYS lie?" They asked curiously, peering up at Amon'i as they followed her. It was almost unnerving how they could walk without looking where they were going, every step placed as if they already knew what would be there.
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Post by Amon'i Generation on Jun 29, 2021 19:17:22 GMT
"No," she said, eyeing their peculiar movements. "Words do not always lie. A liar may be able to mask their actions as well, however, that is why it is important to be observant. The sharper your wit, the more you will see."
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Post by Pippin Laudin on Jul 5, 2021 14:50:03 GMT
"And what do you see?" They stared up with absolute innocence at Amon'i, their eyes gleaming with curiosity.
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Post by Amon'i Generation on Jul 6, 2021 18:08:05 GMT
"Something that does not belong," she said simply, "But I stand on no ground to cast judgement upon you, and so," she stopped, turning to them with an extended hand. "I offer my sincerest of greetings."
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Post by Pippin Laudin on Jul 7, 2021 2:13:06 GMT
"Of course I don't belong. I'm a checker piece!" Pippin giggled wildly at that, before turning to step in front of Amon'i. They bowed, deeply and formally, from the waist. The strands of strange colored hair fell over their shoulders, making it look even deeper.
Then, suddenly, they jolted upright and clapped their hands again.
"Sincerest-erest greetings to you too!"
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Post by Amon'i Generation on Aug 2, 2021 19:45:38 GMT
Amon'i simply stared, returning her hand to her side. Clearly, this...thing had some form of psychological disorder. Or many.
"And, are you looking for a checker board, or are you content with playing chess?" She asked curiously, an eyebrow raised.
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