[Open Blackout Log]

[biggestpuppy]

Who: biggestpuppy & ANYONE - OPEN!
When: Feb. 20th, evening
Where: Roaming sectors 4 and 5
Summary: Kurogane's Core-given powers, already active from his previous time on the island, kick in fully and he's stuck hopping around as a large tripod canine in the middle of the blackout. Feel free to mistake him for a monster or have a chuckle at his expense.

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[flowerofthesand]

Vivi hurried, exhausted, through the dark streets. She hadn't intended to be out past the sirens, especially with the black out, but errands had caused her to lose track of time. Fighting through crowds of terrified people after the explosion hadn't helped matters either.

Unable to see well in the dark and not really paying attention to what was in front of her anyway, she ran headlong into the large black dog. She shrieked in surprise as she fell backwards, staring up at it. It took her a moment to realize that it was missing a leg...and seemed oddly familiar.

Sorry for the delay!

[biggestpuppy]

For his part, Kurogane is very aware of the approaching woman. As he hasn't met Vivi in person yet and is unable to see the actual color of her hair in the darkness, he does not place her as someone he knows right away. She isn't in any immediate danger, so he isn't paying her much mind, choosing to focus instead on carrying his sword, Ginryuu, towards his home in Sector 5.

It's soon quite apparent that this tired-looking woman is unaware of him, though, since she's walking straight for him and not appearing to make any effort to avoid him. The dog gives a warning snuff and turns to go around her but it's too late. Moving on three legs while carrying his sword in his mouth is quite hindering. They collide roughly, briefly. After shaking his head, Kurogane grunts in irritation and tips his head to glare down at the person who stupidly ran into him. Luckily, the bump did not cause him to drop his sword; his teeth have a careful but firm grip on the sheath

<3 It's okay! (Also, can he even see color as a dog?)

[flowerofthesand]

She blinked up at the dog, confused. The growl was rather frightening coming from such a large dog, but it didn't seem very threatening. It also seemed somewhat familiar, like the missing leg. ...in fact, there was something about the massive dog that seemed very familiar...but she couldn't quite place it.

Reassured that the dog wasn't acting mean, and that the missing leg and large sword in its mouth would prevent it from chasing after her too quickly, Vivi stood up slowly and brushed herself off.

Trying her best to seem non-threatening, a skill she had picked up over the years from her very large and normally very frightening body guards who could blend in with a crowd of regular people...or women if need be, she cautiously reached out a hand and petted the dog gently on the head.

"Hello there, what are you doing out so late, doggy?" For all of her assets, Vivi was not always the most creative when it came to names.

I've been trying to decide that... for a long time now.

[biggestpuppy]

He watched with very placid curiosity as Vivi got back to her feet. She didn't seem scared, only confused, which was a good sign, he figured. She was no threat to him and he stood comfortably in her presence - as comfortably as he could be while a dog, anyway.

Tall ears pricked forward, alert, but he still was not expecting her to pet him. When she reached forward, it was obvious what she intended and the ninja-turned-canine let out a disgruntled whine of protest. The noise led to himself being inadvertently startled - what the hell kind of noise was that to make?! - which allowed her hand time to make contact

[revealedfangs]

The dark dog heading his way was enough to make Fang pause, bloodied sword held abreast. Tove the badger chain prowled around him, sharp claws stained with dark remains from other monsters. Both of them appear tired; Fang moreso than the chain.

Tove was wary about the dog, but Fang hesitated for a few more moments to realize that it was just a normal dog - a crippled one, to be exact. He didn't think that it'd be fair to leave such a creature out for the monsters.

"Hey there, boy. You lost?"

Please pardon the delay. *bows*

[biggestpuppy]

Kurogane's nose had become sharper the longer he stayed in Siren's Port and it seemed to be especially keen in the canine form he was currently stuck in. Blood stank up the city on this evening, but the smell of it was stronger - or, perhaps, "fresher" was a better word - with each loping step that carried Kurogane closer to this strange pair. To him, they appeared battle weary. It was understandable, with everything crazy going on in the city. The ninja halted, staring over at the man and the small animal. His nose twitched all on its own, taking in their scent.

A growl rumbled out of the large dog at the question. Was this guy serious? He might look like a dog at the moment, but he wasn't one, dammit!! Although Kurogane didn't think much of fate, he couldn't help but feel that someone was really laughing at his expense. And after how valiantly he had fought off dog jokes until now, too..

"Rrrrf," the black dog responded grumpily around the longsword in his mouth, still eying the man with a sharp gaze.

It's okay! :D

[revealedfangs]

"What's that you got there?" Fang looks around to check that no more monsters were clambering on over and approaches the ninja carefully, making sure that he wasn't going too fast.

But before he'd get even a few steps closer, Tove would suddenly just appear in front of the dog, dark brown nose twitching rapidly to take in the other's scent.

[biggestpuppy]

Though he's alarmed by the badger, Kurogane, to his credit, doesn't jump. It's certainly not the most startling thing that has happened to him. The creature doesn't even seem threatening as he stares it down.. But only for a moment, because the man deserves more of his attention. Unblinking red eyes shift their gaze to the tattooed man.

His canine face does an amazing job of expressing a strongly disbelieving look in response to Fang's query. The object in question is obviously a sword, one which the ninja has no intention of giving up. He shakes his head and Ginryuu doesn't even rattle in the tight grip of his teeth. ....It was impossible to speak like this, not that he could be understood while in this inhuman form. Unless..

Kurogane looks at the small animal standing in front of him again, taking a hopping step closer to really get a good look at it. Could this thing translate for him? Carefully, Ginryuu is placed down, a guarding paw stepping in front of it, keeping it obvious that the sword was not to be messed with

[lipstickismanly]

Whereas Kurogane is heading back home, a certain pirate is already there. Having an unfortunate run-in with those darkness creatures has made Kid much, much more cautious in regards to staying inside come nighttime. Add to that how much more active the creatures were with this sudden blackout and you've got yourself a man making sure he's got some secure walls around himself when those sirens sound. Kid isn't sleeping though, oh no. Since he's not completely certain how the "darkness proofing" works, he's staying awake in case some little bastards manage to sneak inside.

Shedding some dim light around the room are a few candles and that's all; it wouldn't do to have too much light in the windows attracting the attention of creatures outside.

*fastforwards to homecoming for the shitty pirate*

[biggestpuppy]

By the time he finally reaches his sidewalk, Kurogane feels an undeniable sense of gratitude in that simple fact. Pitch darkness and monsters and suddenly transforming into something that had to run around on three legs and couldn't handle a sword had nothing on him. Nothing, because he's made it home

Poor gimpy ninjadog.

[lipstickismanly]

Needless to say, the rattling on the doorknob quickly gets the redhead's attention. He's not quite sure what to think about it, as the city's nighttime residents hadn't been intelligent enough to attempt actually using doors properly yet. Figuring it's most likely either some poor bastard stuck outside or a piece of shit testing to see if this house would be an easy break-in target, Kid ignores the sound. Or tries to, at least, but whatever the hell is making that noise just doesn't quitThe pirate grinds his teeth in annoyance, simultaneously rising to his feet and pulling the pistol from the bandolier around his chest. He doesn't care about what's making the noise at this point; he just wants it dead so that it stops annoying him

Shush, you.

[biggestpuppy]

When the door opens, Kurogane waits just long enough to get a good scowl directed at Kid before making his way inside. The effect of the look is, unfortunately, greatly reduced given his dog state, but the pirate shouldn't miss the way Ginryuu smacks into his thigh as the dog twists his head sideways in order to carry the longsword through the door. A keening noise rolls from the black animal's throat as he passes by. It's not a sound of apology, but one signifying "Get out of the way." He awkwardly hop-trots into the house, heading straight for his own room where Ginryuu is dropped onto the mattress there. That done, Kurogane turns to face Kid with his ears pointed forward alertly.

"Grawf," he says by way of irritated greeting.