Application for Loki ("Thor" 2011)
It would have been unlikely that someone should have caught the exact moment of Loki's arrival, but if anyone happened to be nearby, they might have noticed that, suddenly, in a spot unoccupied just moments ago, there now stood a tall, young-looking man with a long, pale face. He was dressed in silver armor, adorned with a long green cape and a double-horned helmet, which he removed after a moment, revealing dark, swept-back hair that fell almost to his shoulders.
He took in his surroundings, expressionless, and eventually made his way over to a desk. As soon as he'd seated himself, a Dictaquill picked itself up and stood poised over a piece of parchment.
"Application for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy," Loki read.
State your full name.
"Loki. Just 'Loki' will do." It seemed better to avoid the question of his father for the moment.
1. What is your favorite cheese? Why is it your favorite?
Loki gave a slight sigh, as if the dullness of the question pained him a little. "I don't particularly care for any of that, if you must know. I eat for sustenance, not pleasure."
2. Who would you kill first, Barney or Carrottop?
One elegant eyebrow rose. "I know nothing of these men. Tell me, why should I kill either?"
3. What time is it where you are?
"Early yet." He bit the insides of his cheeks lightly, in thought. "Twilight is still a while off."
4. If you were Albus Dumbledore returned from the dead, which member of the Order of the Phoenix would you sexually harass? How would you harass them? If you are Albus Dumbledore, please answer as if you were Sirius Black.
Loki drew a breath to speak and then paused, canting his head a little, his lips curling upward in amusement.
"What an impertinent string of questions. Again, I'm afraid I must confess ignorance of these persons. But were I indeed this Albus Dumbledore, back from the dead and desiring to harass someone, sexually, I might project thoughts to my victims -- the suggestion of images, tantalizing ideas -- and let them think they thought these themselves, or think themselves mad. I might show myself now and then, again, leaving them to wonder at the state of their mind or question their notions of reality. And then perhaps, I might pay them a visit, in the guise of someone living, someone they trust -- a lover, perhaps. Or a pet." Loki blinked and raised both eyebrows in an expression of innocence. "Theoretically speaking, of course. Again, I know not of this man Albus."
5. If you are pushing to be in:
A. Slytherin - please state the clever, witty name of the bar in which you bartend, in the dark.
"Slippy." He shrugged. "After my favorite child." After responding to that last question, it just happened to be the first thing that came to mind.
B. Gryffindor - Debate whether Harry should ultimately end up married to Fred or George. Use examples from a variety of world mythologies to bolster your argument.
"A variety of world mythologies... Whose world? I am aware that my friends and family" (and there was something odd about the way he said "friends" and "family") "...and I are the stuff of legend on Earth."
Loki paused, idly running his fingers across his chin and lips. "Let's say Harry makes the obvious choice and weds George -- a fine specimen of strength and bravery, the heir apparent to a great, golden hall. Superior indeed to the runtish and, frankly, untrustworthy Fred. For a time, Harry will think that he has chosen well. Perhaps he and George will have children, several of them, noble warriors all. George and Harry may even be happy. For a time. But such things cannot last. The world serpent gnaws ever at the tree of life. And little Fred will not be idle. Someday he'll unleash all manner of demons on the world; his own children will bring on George's death, and George's father's. Fred will die too, of course. And Harry. But before he dies, Harry may wonder to himself whether he chose wisely. He may ask himself if it all could have been avoided."
Loki grew quiet, seeming to have lost his enthusiasm for the story.
"He'd be wrong in thinking that, of course. There's no avoiding it. Really, Harry should avoid involving himself in that myth and marry neither."
C. Ravenclaw - You guys are supposed to be smart. Explain why my desk is inundated with paperwork at all times, even though I'm constantly disposing of it.
Loki smirked. "Contrary to popular opinion, it would seem, not all problems can be solved by overturning tables and yelling. Try reading the papers and discerning their purpose. If that induces a head ache, enlist someone with the time and mental capacity to help you through it."
D. Hufflepuff - Prove you are not useless.
Loki glanced downward. His jaw clenched, almost, but not quite, imperceptibly. He was quiet for several seconds. Then, in a loud voice, incongruous with his somber expression, almost, but not quite, cheerful, he declared, "I believe I did just that before arriving here. My people --" he paused and smiled bitterly, thinking both my peoples, "were at war and the outcome of that war rested entirely in my hands. At my command, it would have ended with the obliteration of one side -- either side. The fate of the realms balanced on my little finger."
He smiled faintly but after a moment, the expression soured. "I could have done it. I could have destroyed Jotunheim. Would have, had it not been for... some interference." He pursed his lips slightly, thoughtfully. "Regardless, that war's beginning and end... All of it was me."
6. Offer a bribe to the members of this community so that they will not squib you. Items used in bribery do not necessarily have to belong to the person offering the bribe. Do not threaten us rather than offering a bribe. A threat indicates you either don't really want to be here, or don't have enough sense to answer the question properly. The hat will automatically squib you, regardless of other votes, if you do.
Loki nodded.
"Fair enough. Name your price. I'm sure we can come to an agreement."
"I have read the hogwarts_hocus faq, and understand it is a crazy, cracktastic sorting community and RPG. __Loki___
I have read the hogwarts_hocus rules and agree to abide by each and every one of them. ___Loki____.
I agree to be a good sport and not get my knickers in a bunch. ___Loki___.
One day, marmalade will rule the world. ___Loki____"
((OOC NOTE: I am picking Loki up right where he left off at the end of the movie. Also, mad spoilers up in here.))
He took in his surroundings, expressionless, and eventually made his way over to a desk. As soon as he'd seated himself, a Dictaquill picked itself up and stood poised over a piece of parchment.
"Application for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy," Loki read.
State your full name.
"Loki. Just 'Loki' will do." It seemed better to avoid the question of his father for the moment.
1. What is your favorite cheese? Why is it your favorite?
Loki gave a slight sigh, as if the dullness of the question pained him a little. "I don't particularly care for any of that, if you must know. I eat for sustenance, not pleasure."
2. Who would you kill first, Barney or Carrottop?
One elegant eyebrow rose. "I know nothing of these men. Tell me, why should I kill either?"
3. What time is it where you are?
"Early yet." He bit the insides of his cheeks lightly, in thought. "Twilight is still a while off."
4. If you were Albus Dumbledore returned from the dead, which member of the Order of the Phoenix would you sexually harass? How would you harass them? If you are Albus Dumbledore, please answer as if you were Sirius Black.
Loki drew a breath to speak and then paused, canting his head a little, his lips curling upward in amusement.
"What an impertinent string of questions. Again, I'm afraid I must confess ignorance of these persons. But were I indeed this Albus Dumbledore, back from the dead and desiring to harass someone, sexually, I might project thoughts to my victims -- the suggestion of images, tantalizing ideas -- and let them think they thought these themselves, or think themselves mad. I might show myself now and then, again, leaving them to wonder at the state of their mind or question their notions of reality. And then perhaps, I might pay them a visit, in the guise of someone living, someone they trust -- a lover, perhaps. Or a pet." Loki blinked and raised both eyebrows in an expression of innocence. "Theoretically speaking, of course. Again, I know not of this man Albus."
5. If you are pushing to be in:
A. Slytherin - please state the clever, witty name of the bar in which you bartend, in the dark.
"Slippy." He shrugged. "After my favorite child." After responding to that last question, it just happened to be the first thing that came to mind.
B. Gryffindor - Debate whether Harry should ultimately end up married to Fred or George. Use examples from a variety of world mythologies to bolster your argument.
"A variety of world mythologies... Whose world? I am aware that my friends and family" (and there was something odd about the way he said "friends" and "family") "...and I are the stuff of legend on Earth."
Loki paused, idly running his fingers across his chin and lips. "Let's say Harry makes the obvious choice and weds George -- a fine specimen of strength and bravery, the heir apparent to a great, golden hall. Superior indeed to the runtish and, frankly, untrustworthy Fred. For a time, Harry will think that he has chosen well. Perhaps he and George will have children, several of them, noble warriors all. George and Harry may even be happy. For a time. But such things cannot last. The world serpent gnaws ever at the tree of life. And little Fred will not be idle. Someday he'll unleash all manner of demons on the world; his own children will bring on George's death, and George's father's. Fred will die too, of course. And Harry. But before he dies, Harry may wonder to himself whether he chose wisely. He may ask himself if it all could have been avoided."
Loki grew quiet, seeming to have lost his enthusiasm for the story.
"He'd be wrong in thinking that, of course. There's no avoiding it. Really, Harry should avoid involving himself in that myth and marry neither."
C. Ravenclaw - You guys are supposed to be smart. Explain why my desk is inundated with paperwork at all times, even though I'm constantly disposing of it.
Loki smirked. "Contrary to popular opinion, it would seem, not all problems can be solved by overturning tables and yelling. Try reading the papers and discerning their purpose. If that induces a head ache, enlist someone with the time and mental capacity to help you through it."
D. Hufflepuff - Prove you are not useless.
Loki glanced downward. His jaw clenched, almost, but not quite, imperceptibly. He was quiet for several seconds. Then, in a loud voice, incongruous with his somber expression, almost, but not quite, cheerful, he declared, "I believe I did just that before arriving here. My people --" he paused and smiled bitterly, thinking both my peoples, "were at war and the outcome of that war rested entirely in my hands. At my command, it would have ended with the obliteration of one side -- either side. The fate of the realms balanced on my little finger."
He smiled faintly but after a moment, the expression soured. "I could have done it. I could have destroyed Jotunheim. Would have, had it not been for... some interference." He pursed his lips slightly, thoughtfully. "Regardless, that war's beginning and end... All of it was me."
6. Offer a bribe to the members of this community so that they will not squib you. Items used in bribery do not necessarily have to belong to the person offering the bribe. Do not threaten us rather than offering a bribe. A threat indicates you either don't really want to be here, or don't have enough sense to answer the question properly. The hat will automatically squib you, regardless of other votes, if you do.
Loki nodded.
"Fair enough. Name your price. I'm sure we can come to an agreement."
"I have read the hogwarts_hocus faq, and understand it is a crazy, cracktastic sorting community and RPG. __Loki___
I have read the hogwarts_hocus rules and agree to abide by each and every one of them. ___Loki____.
I agree to be a good sport and not get my knickers in a bunch. ___Loki___.
One day, marmalade will rule the world. ___Loki____"
((OOC NOTE: I am picking Loki up right where he left off at the end of the movie. Also, mad spoilers up in here.))