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[Like most people in Luceti, Saleh recognized the eclipse in the sky as an ill omen. Regardless, what he's seeing now is nothing short of a complete surprise for him.]
By all that's holy… Monsters? In this world? How is this possible??
[No doubt that these are the same fiends that had begun to appear in Magvel. Saleh wastes no more time ( Read more... )
By all that's holy… Monsters? In this world? How is this possible??
[No doubt that these are the same fiends that had begun to appear in Magvel. Saleh wastes no more time ( Read more... )
Ever since the first tremors of the earthquake was felt, Edward has been on pins and needles. It didn't take a genius to realize that this was a bad omen of some kind, but it certainly startled the bard to be faced with fiends now. Only the Malnosso were worthy of such fear for this realm is supposed to be a peaceful one.
Therefore, why in the world are there monsters popping up here?!]
Hm? What was that just now?
[Spotting the bright embers of a fire spell nearby, Edward hurried along the street until he spotted the monk struggling against a foul looking hound.]
Saleh!
[The bard rushed over to help. The dog didn't seem like any normal beast, so instead of trying to shoo it away Edward used his lyre to tame its' rage. Playing a light tune upon his magical lyre, the beasts viscous attack soon slowed as the bard lulled it to sleep.]
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Edward, I...thank you...
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You are more than welcomed, but you certainly look as if you need potion or two for that wound.
[He grimaced once he saw how bad the injury looked. A moment longer, and the beast would have bitten Saleh's arm to the bone.]
What is happening here?! Monsters like that never appeared before.
[Definitely on edge now, Edward had to wonder how many more fiends now prowl these ruined streets.]
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I cannot say. These are the same fiends that have so recently begun to appear in my world. Watch yourself, Edward!
[He points at a Bonewalker aiming a bow and arrow in their direction...]
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Saleh, let's go!
[Not waiting for the monk's agreement, Edward reached for Saleh's hand before running down the street.]
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[The sage was startled as Edward suddenly grabbed his hand and ran down the street. Looking back at the monsters as they fled, Saleh came to the conclusion that perhaps running was the best option for now, for they were vastly outnumbered.]
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Despite what Cecil and the others may say, Edward wasn't going to stick around and pretend as if he can truly stand up against such powerful foes on his own. His skills with the lyre are quite useful, but the bard is best suited for a more supporting role. It did bother Edward that he allowed his cowardice to take precedence, but he didn't want to risk Saleh's life with fruitless endeavors.
Running until he literally couldn't run anymore, Edward put some distance between them and those fiends.]
T-this is insanity! Why are monsters here in Luceti?
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I...don't know...
[He took another moment to start healing his shoulder with Nala's magic.]
But we cannot let them run amok like this. We must protect what remains of this village.
[Though it did bother him that the Great Dragon wasn't here to aid them this time...]
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And protect them how? You mean to say we should rely upon the magic lurking within this realm?
[Edward didn't exactly like the sound of that since filial magic wasn't a subject he divulged much in out of fear. The filial magic was just as potent as the magic in his world, but something about summoning such power made Edward feel uneasy. Even now as he watches Saleh heal his wounded shoulder, the bard didn't exactly trust the healing magics of Nala to heal the monk.]
I suppose we have no choice. If we turn back now, more chaos will be had.
[Just as he decided to join the cause, the thunderous steps of a mighty beast caught his attention. The gravel beneath their feet shifted wildly as Bahamut approached with its' enormous black wings outstretched over its' head. It glowered down at them with such disregard, clearly not fond of the puny humans standing before it.]
A-A dragon?!
[For the love of the gods, where is Cecil and the others when you need them!?]
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We should use whatever means we have. I still have the tomes from my world. In any case, there is nowhere to run from this chaos.
[As the Bahamut approached and towered over them, Saleh's reaction was almost the same as Edward's, albeit silent.]
What in the world…?
[Not waiting for the monster's first attack, Saleh casts his Divine spell once more.]
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As soon as Saleh cast that spell, Edward just knew they were in trouble now. The mighty dragon seemed content enough to watch them, but once the monk attacked; it grew angry. Bahamut snarled in agony once the spell struck him, quickly forming a sphere of raw energy right within its' jaws as retaliation. It was going for its' signature attack, Mega Flare.]
Saleh, run!
[Hastily playing a song upon his lyre, the bard attempted to cast 'Silence' on the beast to prevent it from casting its' magic.]
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Edward!!
[The sage made a move towards Edward, reaching out for him as he moved to get out of the way of Bahamut's attack. If Saleh was going to dodge, he wasn't going to let Edward stand and take the hit.]
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AH!
[Yanked out of the way by the monk, Edward gave up on his music playing for now. Just as the two of them fled, Bahamut unleashed his mightiest attack upon the two of them. They were far enough now to avoid getting struck directly, but little embers did burn through the bard's signature cloak.]
T-this is...madness. Pure madness!
[Why the heck are the Eidolons attacking them?! Rydia already tamed them all!]
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[For a moment, Saleh's mind flashed back to his home village, wondering if it was suffering the same peril.]
[Once he had gotten a fair distance from Bahamut, he stopped and looked back again, watching for its next move.]
We're certainly in need of assistance.
[He began reaching for his journal, but he wasn't sure whom to contact...]
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C-contact Rydia! She's a summoner, only her kind can control such creatures!
[He sure hoped Rydia was somewhere nearby, because there was no way they could take this nightmarish dragon alone. As Saleh hurried to contact someone, the bard began to play his lyre again. He may not be a warrior, but his magic can certainly aid them. Casting a 'haste' spell upon the two of them, Edward just prayed they could avoid the brunt of Bahamut's wrath.]
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[Never mind, that's not important right now, as Saleh opens his journal.]
Rydia! What is your location??
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