Mari

Mari absently tugged at a strand of hair, blue eyes intently watching Lotharian. “Seems like I’ve another enemy to add to an ever growing list. Shall I go ahead and add your name too sweetheart?” Mari asked, “Since I’ve ever so scornfully pushed your  childhood friend away.” Mari was used to rubbing people the wrong way, she had yet to find someone who wanted to stay in her company, let alone anyone she could really call a friend, and that was more or less fine with her. She wasn’t about to go changing her personality to suit someone else.

“You want knowledge? I’m the wrong lass to speak to, I know censored all about what is going on, and I don’t exactly have a bank of contacts to call upon to help. You want my piece? I’m sick of people throwing around god damn death threats. I don’t know what it is, but it seems like every Tom, Dick, and Larry have decided to take it upon themselves to all be bloodthirsty murderers.”

She turned her gaze to Yuji, “Same goes for you, flightless birdie. Feel free to scamper off. Forget the guild proposition, I’ll be a one woman crusade if I have to be.”

 

Mari gave a wry grin, taunting the other girl. "Gee, whatever gave you that idea, genius? Was it because I just mentioned food?" Mari sighed, pushing her fringe up and out of her face as she sat up. Sticking out a hand to give the other a handshake. "Mari."

Mari had been mildly rude, and wouldn't be shocked if she drove the other girl away, the pink haired loud mouth seemed to be making enemies left right and centre.
 

“Oh My!” Mari said in mock shock, clasping her tiny hands over her mouth. “I think the big bad wolf misread my intentions, I never would actually Kill anyone. That’s just stupid. I'd never kill- I wouldn't do it in reality, why would I do it here?” She gave a shrug waving the intimidating man off. “It was more so a sort of, pact between Life and I. Geez. Everyone takes things so seriously here. The only thing I’d attempt is to bother the absolute crap outta the guy. If anything…” Mari began, turning her attention to the trio before her, “Argumail and Kazuya are the ones who threatened to take my life. I’m simply trying to make light of a negative situation.” Mari glanced down at her half eaten roll, her voice taking on a serious note.

“Sometimes, it’s all one can do to keep sane, yanno. Some fight hard on the upper floors, others take on safer careers. What’s the harm in attempting to enjoy yourself? If it makes me brash, and dislikable, so be it.” Mari was slightly shaken by the icy mans words, generally such threats rolled off her back-the way he had said it though, it was rather inauspicious. Mari watched as Lessa ran off after Alkor,

"Well, Casanova; looks like I've driven away yer friend. Oops."

How old is Rue?

Mari is 25 and I think a little brother/sister would add depth to her otherwise brash character. 

Summary Post

BOAR: Defeated
Drop: (COMMON) + 25 Col
+1 Mat
 

BOAR: Defeated
Drop: NIL
+1 Mat

BOAR: Defeated

Drop: (Uncommon)
+1 Mat
 

400 Col: Mari
400 Col: Tristan Delaney

1 Skill Point: Mari
1 Skill Point: Tristan Delaney

Mari gained Performer Profession
 

Mari shook her head, "N-No nothing else planned" For the love of god, there was nothing else planned. Tristan more or less frustrated Mari, he didn't piss her off enough for her to get riled up and spout insults at, but he was still infuriating. His chipper Happy-Go-Lucky attitude grated on her, he didn't seem to have a care, nor did he have very good manners, not that Mari had manners either mind you. 

The girl gave a wry smile, reluctantly shaking his hand, "Right. Bye." She added, as he turned and headed back toward his studio.

And That was that, Mari was now a Performer.

“Mari strummed the table with her fingers, staring at Yuji, “mmm – yes that’s pretty obvious. You’re pretty much who I pretend to be when I want something. Don’t mind that, flightless birdy, just turn that little weakness of yours into a strength.”

The cotton candy coloured girl straightened her posture; “Name’s Mari.”

Her smile faded when there was a small ‘whoosh’ as Life jumped down from the second floor, her voice turned sour; “theatrics impress no one, blackbird.” She waved him off with an annoyed sigh, “This proposition doesn’t exactly involve you, dearie; more so it’s the opposite of you.”

The pink haired girl turned her aqua-marine eyes toward the well spoken stranger; who had introduced himself as Lotharian. However, it seemed that his name, at least in the real world was ‘Asagi’, Mari smirked, inwardly thanking the exasperated blonde who had joined their ever growing group. She asked what he was doing here, and Mari – being the blunt lady she was muttered. “Doing the laundry, what does it censored look like?”

Mari fell silent, feeling agitated as the conversation seemed to continue on without her. She expectantly rapping her fingernails against the wooden table, finally she addressed Lotharian and Yuji. “My proposition, my lovelies, was to discuss forming a guild.” She gave a small shrug with a theatrical sigh, pursing her strawberry lips together in a mock pout. “I think present company would not approve of it at all.” she muttered, turning her eyes to Light.  “You see, it’s more or less a personal vendetta against his-“ She pointed at Light,; “Guild of not-so-merry men.” Extending her finger she flicked light in the middle of his forehead, offering him a look as if to say, told you so.

It was at this stage that yet ANOTHER person had approached the group, much to the girls distaste, she didn’t do well with people in general; let alone large crowds.  Leaning back on the chairs two back legs Mari crossed her arms, eyes set on this new, darkly clad player who clearly had disdain for the little troupe, his words clearly aimed at the misfit band of players.  Mari had a mind to respond, but bit her tongue for now – if she started on her slew of insults she probably wouldn’t stop, and the dark haired man seemed to be on very familiar terms with Lessa and Light.

Life seemed unnerved by this newcomer, quickly standing and beginning to excuse himself, “Aww, blackbird,” Mari teased, “Afraid of the big bad wolf are we? Or are you still reeling from our run in earlier?”

Mari’s ears perked up when Lotharian began talking again, throwing in a snide comment toward him, “So, your ‘challenge’ to ‘overcome’ has something to do with the ladies? Take their hearts aflutter in a time of nee-“ She paused, bursting into laughter at Life’s remark, warning the flirtatious man about what could happen if they were to ever cross paths alone. “Now there’s the Light I know. Childish an brash, oh so big and mighty… beware, oooooo~” She uncrossed her arms wriggling her fingers after him as he left. “Bewaare~ Bewaare~”

Now that their group had decreased in size, Mari was able to get more words in edgewise. Lessa, Lotharian, and Yuiji remained. Lessa made a comment about taking things seriously, and in a sense she was right. This wasn’t just a simple game anymore. “Oh lighten up princess.” Mari began, she hadn’t intended for it to be as rude as it sounded, Mari had a tendency to be more considerate of females, the fairer gender being far less rude than the men she had met. “All work and no play make A-sa-gi a dull boy~”

The two wandered down the path, "Earning Col from performances...yes..that was my point honestly - I figured I would park myself in a town somewhere and get some money, money pays for food, food makes me happy." Mari stated matter-of-factly.

luckily not coming across any more boars, and were nearing the outskirts of town; it was at this point where Mari turned to Tristan, "So - I suppose this is a see ya later thing?" She asked.

(They are in the middle of a street I don't think there are tables, also are we allowed to swear o_o ahaha sorry for the delayed reply)

Mari crossed her arms, sighing speaking through his laughter. "Yes, you know, that whole hatred and dislike of girls thing.." The pink haired girl had to admit that Misogynist was perhaps not quite the right word to use, but any observing 3rd party would possibly label Argumail as such, since his tall form towered over the lithe girl in such a menacing manner. She stumbled forward a few steps as the taller man gave her a overambitious pat on the back, followed by a shake of her hand. 

"Did I...miss something here?" Mari asked, honestly confused at his shift in behaviour, when he mentioned that he didn't understand her reasoning behind her peeved behaviour she shrugged. "Arrogance really annoys me, and you have that in spades, and don't be daft - I don't know where this stupid little wolf bowl is."

They were on the very outskirts of town, and the two were a high enough level to make any looting on the first floor become null. 
 

Summary Post

Frenzy Plant Defeated

Drop: NIL
+1 Mat

Wolf 1 Deafeated
Drop: (COMMON) Wolf Pelt
+1 Mat

Wolf 2 Defeated
Drop: NIL
+1 Mat

Wolf 3 Defeated:
Drop: NIL
+1 Mat

+400 Col:Mari
+400 Col: Life

+1 SP: Mari
+1 SP: Life

Yeh, Yeh laugh it up.... Mari thought bitterly to herself.

She smiled sweetly, clasping her hands over her heart, "Aww. Thank you. That means a bunch. I didn't realize I would have my own shop. Does that mean I sell instruments too?" Mari asked, she assumed the performer didn't earn anything from well...instruments - who else would buy them? Other performers? What would they need instruments for when they had an item that could shift into any medieval instrument?

Shrugging Mari exited the shop, the bells on the door tinkling gently behind her. "Well! Let's go before the sun disappears!" 

 

"I think you are insane, to put up with the crowd you seem to run with." Mari chided. "Oh dear, Black Bird, the only sane one? There's your arrogance showing again," She added in a unusually playful tone. "You're definitely going on my list now." The dark clad fellow stood up with a stretch and a  yawn, looking back over his shoulder giving her a sheepish grin. Mari had the feeling that they would probably part ways soon, the conversation had been slowly dieing down for some time and it had all but come to a halt. 

If the two were to stay in each others company they'd probably be at each others throats again. "Mmm, I suppose we can agree on that one, has been...intriguing to say the least." 

Before life left, he threw in one last quip, gave her head a shake, "Tsk tsk, I'll bring the bag for your head, but I fear it'd be too small to hide that massive ego of yours."

That was their goodbye, he bid her ciao before walking off into the sunset, dark cape billowing behind him - catching the wind to spray out, almost as though they were black wings. "There goes the little black birdy~" Mari mused to herself as she hurled herself back into the ground, readying herself for a nap.

I believe the current go to for that is to PM a GM with the link to the completed quest, then tehy are meant to PM you back with the items/skills/COL to add to your inventory?

If that's the case I'm not sure how useful a thread would be as PMing the GM kind of takes out the middle man


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I could be totally wrong, I'm still fairly new to the site

Mari tapped her lip with a single finger, "mmm - honestly, it has been quite a day - I don't have a home but I could very well go back to an inn, it doesn't bother me as to which floor to go to for me to rest." Sapphire eyes landed on Tristan who looked as though he wasn't planing to move any time soon. Parts of her true persona started to crack through as she huffed, "I would ask for an escort but you look mighty comfy."

Slipping back into her facade Mari gave a light giggle, as though it was all a joke. "So I'd hate to disturb someone who has helped me so much."
 

“A knack you say~” Mari sang, “My, oh my – I know people who would sorely disagree with you. Don’t mistake my offering with kindness, I may just ask for you to return the favour.” She added with a wink. Mari pushed the buttered roll toward the man before her. “Is that a challenge I hear? Maybe I should try to charm my way into your beginners pack.” The girl leaned forward over the table, gathering his tousled hair in her fingers and slowly combing it back out of his face, words falling her lips in a sly whisper. “Lucky for you, there’s nothing there I want.”

Sitting back down Mari watched as the other boy approached the group, he seemed timid; shy, and commented on her behaviour the other day around the Crimson Inquisition. She took another bite into the bread roll, free hand twirling peach tendrils around her perfectly manicured finger. “Oh sweetie – you’re not rude – awkward, bashful – but not rude.”  Mari placed the half eaten roll on the plate and pulled her chair up closer to the table. “Feel free to sit down, flightless birdy.” She added, giving Yuji a nickname. “So you think I’m trouble?” Mari purred, “despite that you’ve come and joined me, look at you being all strong and independent.” She teased. “You’re the first man to properly introduce himself to me, kudos to you, little Yuji.”

Mari lightly chewed her lower lip, looking at the two before her, this would be a good chance to start swaying people toward her, and away from the self proclaimed most powerful guild in SAO. “So, Cassanova, flightless birdy…how do the two of you feel about a little proposition?”

 

((Yay irrelevant numbered post! Also congrats))

Mari stifled a laugh as he continued her twisted joke, demeaning his underling so easily. Her words and tone seemed to amuse him greatly. The youth had doubled over in laughter, gripping at his sides. "Careful, not sure if dying of laughter is a thing here." Mari mused, glancing down and noticing that her nails were again, dirty- frowning she started to pick at them. "Keep talking like that and I may just have to add you to the list of people I avoid." She mused to herself, preoccupied with her nails.

"Nowhere in particular, I wanted to vent my frustrations; and I've done that. It seems I've gained a level since adventuring today; I might see what is on the 3rd floor, I am not sure though."
 

The girl shrugged, "Snort all you want." Mari leant over so her form was looming over Life, shadowing his upper half from the light. "I'll follow up, and through - I may fall and burn, but that's half the fun, no?" She remarked cooly. "Life huh? Mine's Mari." She shifted, sitting back down in the grass. Mari quirked her chin upward as Life tossed the pebble past her face. She cleared her throat, imitating Kazuya's voice, mockingly.

"Do that again and you will invoke the wrath of Hellfyre, pathetic peon."
 

Mari glanced up as someone approached the table, a smiling man – who looked to be in his early twenties smiled down at her from behind dishevelled ebony bangs. He started talking, laying on the pleasantries extremely thick – it took all of the girls willpower not to fall out of her chair laughing. She wasn’t sure if he was being sincere, or simply wanted to join her for lunch. Either case he had laid it on thick. He spoke with a slight accent, his word taking on a honeyed tone. The girl raised a brow. His words seemed so articulated they seemed rehearsed, as though they were muttered countless times, to countless women before her.

Mari slowly picked up one of the two remaining rolls, breaking a part off and chewing it pensively in front of him. How should she play this? Should she put on the sweet and innocent ploy? Or be her usual crude self? He didn’t seem like the person to bother with trivial facades, and if he was laying it on this thick – she could only imagine how the tides would turn if she had batted her eyelashes sweetly and spoken meekly toward the confident man.

“Oh MY” Mari gasped as she placed the back of her hand over her head, pretending to swoon. “Such words do make my heart flutter, ah, why does thou make my heart skip beats with a mere breath?” She spoke in a sarcastic tone, finishing with a slight snort.

Gesturing to one of the three empty chairs around her Mari added, “Just sit. Cut the philanthropy and I may be so obliged to give you one, sweetheart.” Mari shrugged. “After all, I did just talk my way into a gentleman such as yourself giving them to me.”

Peering over the man's shoulder she noticed another youth sitting at a bar giving her an odd look, she held up the roll to him , as though she was making a toast, giving him a smirk before taking another bite from her meal.
 

Mari gave a wry grin, leaning forward to hug her knees. "You're welcome black bird." She paused when he asked for her name, she didn't know his full name, hence why she had started calling him black bird, Mari, being the gal she is answered his question with one of her own. "That depends," She began in a sly tone. "Is your name really just L? Or is it some sort of nickname?" She asked. Mari twirled her hair around her finger, something she did often. "Isn't it the gentleman's code to introduce himself before asking a lady of her name?" 
 

Mari gave a soft laugh, "I suppose; you aren't the worst person in that trainwreck of a guild, but I may just have to follow through on my threat, get a few members. Perhaps forge ties with other guilds. I don't want the strongest guild - just something to put a little...." She paused, flicking a pebble up onto Life's chest. "A spanner in the works."

Already there ;)

Mari yawned, she was sitting in the tavern, in a corner flooded with sunlight: Her pink bob bouncing slightly as she rocked back and forth on the chair legs. A bored expession on her face. The girl was still learning the ropes of the game; and it seemed everywhere she went, members of the Guild of Inquisition were not far behind. She disliked the guild, she disliked most of the members of the guild.

Her lightly glossed lips fell into a pout; as her sapphire eyes lowered to her table, she was tracing the outline of an empty plate with her finger. 

A stranger had come up to her, Mari batted her eyes sweetly, and they exchanged a short conversation; the man had left, and mari had what looked to be a few rolls of steaming bread, oozing with golden butter. Smiling now, Mari leaned back on the chair, eyes following the man till he left the tavern.

"Sucker..." 

She muttered
 

Mari scoffed, "Trust me black bird, they don't scare me in the slightest. They just irk me. " Mari shook her head, feeling the blades of grass tickle her cheek. "Pret-ty sure the world stopped being clear around the time of the renaissance." The pink haired girl crinkled her nose in distaste as she caught Life sitting next to her out her peripheral vision. Mari shuffled, choosing to sit up to be on the same level as Life.

"Guess one of you are lyin' then. Both Argumail and Kazuya have boasted about how many lives they've taken. Somethin' don't add up and the entire guild stinks of something fishy." Her icy orbs challenged him, unwavering, unafraid. "Present company included." 

Mari glanced down at Life as he decided to lay down in the grass too. Just as she had done. "You're beginning to sound awfully cocky there, blackbird." Mari chided. "It took one man to fall an empire, the Crimson Inquisition is only as strong as it's weakest link." Mari glanced away, adding in an annoyed tone. "Honesty..." Mari pulled up a handful of grass, turning to Life and putting them on his face.  " Maybe I should make it a goal, personal vendetta if you will, to watch your entire band of pompous misfits fall." Her word were callous, but her tone of voice tired, strained. 

Mari quirked a brow, "That does sound strange, coming from your mouth...or from anyone in the Crimson Inquisition." Mari muttered bitterly. She had her fair share of run ins with other players, and thus far, the so called righteous guild had mad a not so righteous name for itself. Mari sighed, the pain was beginning to subside, she threw herself back into the grass, shifting side to side to make herself comfortable. "Tis not exactly what he said, insults aside. It's his attitude." Mari mused, "I'm not a nice person, but I'm not some bloodthirsty beast either. I don't see the point in threatening violence, death. What the hell is that going to achieve? Arrogance pisses me off to no end." 

Mari closed her eyes, wincing as she shifted her weight again, she had planned to use her arms as a pillow, but they still throbbed with a numbing pain. "Last I heard, Argumail was their leader - might want to give you guild mates a heads up, I'm sure you'd hate it if word got out that two of its most prominent members were self confessed bloodthirsty killers. I have half the mind to spread that around."

Mari's eyes shot open when Life, seemingly awkward had mumbled words to her, asking her to take care of herself, Mari didn't exactly mean for it to come out as bluntly as it did, but the question caught her off guard? "Uh- Excuse me?"
 

The way it works here you don't have to; since you can be in multiple threads/ RPs at the same time, that sort of confused me to begin with but I got the hang of it quick smart.

Well, your character and Mari's definitely need to interact. I Dibs first RP thread with you. Heh heh.