Aika

I giggled at how awkward Ariel was being before looking down at the small lion cub that was rubbing itself against my leg. I leaned down and patted it on the head softly before looking back up at Ariel, "Actually I'm not really sure where I am, but its fine, I'm exactly where I want to be." I giggled again at her slightly confused expression. She seemed like the type of person that was always on duty and never really had much fun. But that doesn't mean she doesn't want to have fun.

I hear some one call out to me from across the plaza and stop in my tracks. I look around to try and spot who it is when i see someone start walking towards me from the base of the clock tower. It was a man with dark hair and a sly smile plastered on his face that looked around his early twenties. But how did he know my name? Never mind, "Yes, the weather is quite beautiful today isn't it?" I replied with a kind smile when he was a few feet away. This guy seems awfully full of himself, I wonder what happend.

I looked at the white lion cub with an awed look. It was a truly gorgeous animal. I kneeled down and put out my hand to pat the cub. It immediately nuzzled its head into my hand. Awwwwww! It was so adorable! I slowly stood up and turned to the player who had introduced herself as Ariel. She was definitely on a higher level than me, there was no don't about that, but she looked like she was really friendly. I walked up to the blonde female and realised that she was quite a few year older than me aswell, she looked around 20. "Hi, my names Aika! That's a really amazing familiar you have!" I introduced my self with a bright smile, holding out my hand.

I was skipping though the Center Plaza in Starter City without really thinking. I was just out for some fresh air and the weather was really nice today. The sky was an amazing bright blue without a cloud to be seen. It wasn't everyday that the weather was like this so I intend to make the most of it while I can, and that means that I will probably spent a lot of today outside. I'm not quite sure what I will do yet. I guess I'll just have to go wherever the day takes me, which won't be very hard since I have a knack for getting lost. I don't know why so many people see that as a bad thing, I mean it's not like you can always get to where you want to go by useing a map. Besides, the best things in life are never the ones that are precisely calculated and planed. I looked around to see where I was and found that I was now near the bell tower.

I looked around at the crowds of people, clustered throughout the streets. The lively chatting filled the air, with not a moment of silence. The care free aura made me feel relaxed as I skipped along the roads with a bright smile on my face. I was getting a few odd looks but I chose to ignore them. After all I think it's better to ignore the people that try to bring your spirits down. Besides, skipping is fun! The weather is really, quite nice today even though I, myself prefer the rain. Now that I think about it, I'm not quite sure where I am.....I think I'm lost again. Oh well! I'll find my way back eventually.

"Me? Well I guess it won't come as a surprise to you if I tell you that most people think that I'm a little kid, at first glance."I repied, impressed by how he was able to tell that I was observing his armer. He seemed really proud of it. "I'm used to it by now, but I do tend to have my little outbursts like that of when we first met. But you don't have to worry I'm not actually mad, I'm just so used to doing it in the real world. I had to have a few little moments like that every once in a while otherwise people would have thought I was ok with it and tease me all the time." I explained to him, "Atleast I know I'm a good actress though. As for my age, I'm 15." I said wondering what his reaction was going to be. Would he regret giving me the wine, not knowing what age I was? Who knows, maybe he would be fine with it.

"Thanks." I said as I picked up the glass of wine that Xanatos had placed in front of me and swirled it around in the glass. I was a bit to young to be drinking but I guess a little bit wouldn't hurt, I thought as I took a sip and placed it back down on the table. It was a bit more bitter than I was expecting, but I found it refreshing. I looked up at Xanatos and found him chugging down his cup of ale. The sight made me giggle a bit. It seemed like he had really been needing a strong drink for a while now. As I looked at his armer I wondered if it was actually as heavy as it looked. Never mind, it was an unimportant question. I decided it was about time we started a conversation and got to know each other a little bit. "So how old are you?" I asked. It probably sounded a little awkward but I was comfortable. It was just the first thing that came to my mind. At least it was better then nothing, right?

The buz of joyous chatter filled the air. It made me happy to see so many other people happy. My eyes scanned the bright room as Xanatos led the way to an empty table. I wasn't really sure what to do since I rarely came to places so filed with people, so I just followed him. As we sat down at an empty table, not once did my eyes stop looking around the room. The many laughing, boisterous people made the place light up like a candle with a warm, welcoming feeling. It was amazing. I never really got to see this in the real world. But that was probably because I never really sort out places like this. Heck, I didn't really go out at all. It was nice. I wish it was like this all the time.

As we started walking we didn't really talk, but it was a comfortable silence. I didn't really feel the need to say any thing. So far I thought Xanatos was a really nice guy. He seemed really prided for his manners. I couldn't help but wonder what his life was like, for him to be taught to be such a gentleman. I probably shouldn't ask though, It's not my business to be sticking my nose in other people's lives. Especially a persons life whom I had just met. But in all honesty I think we will get along just fine. I still can't help but wonder what his impression of me was though. (OOC: My eyes are bright green.)

Hmmm. "Alright then. I forgive you." I say feeling a little bad for snapping at him like that. But I should probably tell him that I wasn't really mad. "You don't have to worry, I wasn't really mad at you anyway." I assured him with a kind smile while tilting my head, putting my eyes into clear view. I take a few steps foward and turn so that we are side by side and hook my arm though his. I look up and ask him "So where is this place you were talking about? Your treat, right?" My cheeky grin had returned. I really didn't want to make enemies so I guess I might have to be a bit wary about my actions with people. I just hope that they except me when I'm being me.

My smile immediately disappeared.Did he really have to make a comment on my height? Really? So much for being a gentleman. Fine! Two people can play at that game. "Well at least I'm not as tall as a giraffe like you!" I shouted at him childishly, crossing my arms over my chest and sticking my tongue out. I don't really care if I was over reacting. It really annoys me when people talk about my height like that! "Being small can have its advantages to you know!" I said stubbornly. I turned to glare at the random people that were giving me strange looks. I wasn't the wierd one! The wierd one was the too tall jerk in front of me!

I looked up though the curtain of hair that was covering my face to see a man holding out his hand in a gesture to help me up. I looked at him for a short moment. He looked few years older than me, maybe 18 ? I extended my arm and grabbed hold of his hand, hoisting my self off the groud. If I stayed there a moment longer i would probably be trampled. Once I was up on my feet I let go of the strangers hand and started dusting myself of. "No, it's my fault, I apoligise. I wasn't looking where I was going." I mumbled. When I was finished brushing the dirt off of myself I looked up. "Sorry, where are my manners. Hi, my names Aika." I introduced myself with a cheeky grin. I might as well since I literally ran into the guy. I found myself having to look up higher to see the strangers face. Why does he have to be so tall?Curse my shortness!

It was a cool night and the wind had bite to it. I enjoyed the feel of it on my skin but it was nothing the what it felt like in the real world. I sure do miss that place sometimes. I miss the tast of real, fresh, hot food. The sensation of the sun on my skin and the cold, dark clouds that cluster in the sky before it rains. But I guess I can't complain, I have a chance at something different now, and I intend to make the most of it. I looked down at my feet as they slowly moved along the brick path. I didn't really know where I was going but I guess I'll worry about that when I know I'm lost but until then, all I know is that I need to keep walking foward. I suddenly ran into something, or more likely someone, and started to fall backwards. I braced myself for the impact, knowing that it would probably hurt. I should really start paying more attention to my surroundings.

Aika was walking among the cluster of people absentmindedly, bumping into people every now and again. She had abandoned the act of apologising shortly after realising that she was going to be bumping into a lot of people today. 'I really need to start levelling up,' She thought to herself. 'It would be even better if I could find someone that could help me do just that.' Lost in thought she didn't realise that someone was calling out her name and didn't look up until a hand was placed lightly on her shoulder. The figure standing in front of her had a familiar smile stretched onto their face. Aika's eyes widened slightly in surprise as a well known grin spread onto her features. "Well isn't this unexpected." She spoke aloud. You could hear the amazement and playfulness in her voice as she spoke to the person. Who would of thought..?

Profile
» Username: Aika
» Real name: Amber Colburn
» Age:15
» Gender: Female
» Height: 5'0

»Appearance:

Amber/Aika has straight, raven black hair that goes down to her waist, a creamy, pale skin tone and bright, emerald green eyes that have a sort of glow in the dark kind of texture to them.

» About: Amber never really had the best life. After her older brother, one of the only people in her life that truley cared about her, was murdered when she was 7, her fathers became a drunk and mildly abusive to her mother which ended up with them being divorced after her mother decided that she had had enough. Now living alone with her mother, it took Amber a few years to accept her life and move on. Now Amber focuses on making the people around her happy. Though shy and quiet Amber is always trying to be the one with a smile on her face now matter how bad the situation, making people laugh and smile. She spends most of her free time reading, studying or working her many part time jobs in order for her to save money for when she can create a future of her own.

Thats how Amber discovered SAO. Amber was invited to be a beta tester for Sword Art Online through one of her jobs and fell in love with It, even though she didn't have much time to play around with it.So using some money that she had saved she bought the game when it came out as a treat for herself for her 15th birthday, and though shocked at the discovery, didn't feel regret when she found out that she was stuck inside the game. Amber saw this as a chance to has a new life. One that she was proud of. In side the game she feels like a different person. She feels as if she can be more confident and social, expressing her opinions and making her own choices. Amber is looking for an adventure full of excitement and new experiences. But will be be getting more than she bargained for?

» Virtues:

Welcoming- Amber usually has a type of warm, welcoming aura that surrounds her. Most of the time it makes people feel like they can easily be friends with her, which of course, you can.

Kind- Amber is always kind, even when someone is being mean to her she will keep her cool. She rarely ever snaps or yells at someone. But if she does it mean she is REALLY angry. But she does sometimes pretend to be mad, even though she is really not.

Persuasive- Amber can be very persuasive when she wants to be and knows just what to say to get what she needs. She also has ways of disguising her methods in doing this so most people are oblivious to it when she is somehow convincing them about something.

Polite- There are very few situations were Amber forgets her manners. Before he died, her big brother would always teach her that manners are of great importance. She is only impolite to people that she really doesn't like.

» Flaws:

Childish- Amber, at times can be completely and utterly childish. But that's just one of the things that make Amber, Amber.

Soft- Despite everything Amber is just a big fluffy marshmallow that is WAY to soft for her own good. This never really occurred to her as she usually dismissed the fact that people saw her as small and vulnerable.

Forgetful- Amber doesn't have the best memory at times. She often forgets things and needs people she can rely on to remind her of certain events and such. This trait causes her to often find herself lost and not knowing where she is.

Trusting- Amber trusts way too easily. She has always had an open heart that makes it way too easy for people to stab her in the back.

Profession:
None

Skills

Non-combat:
0

Passive:
0

Combat:
0

Weapon skills:
1 Handed Dagger Rank 1 (2SP)


Inventory
10 bread, 15 water, Cloth clothing

Equipped:
Kuro Sailor fuku http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/5950-f4-tailor-shop-the-lions-den-openpker-accessible/page-14#entry381019 - Gifted to Aika in http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6852-pp-f1-unexpected-encounters-ariel/ -

Weapons/Tools:
1 Handed Dagger

400 COL
1 SP -unused-

Roleplays
In Topic: [PP-F1] A Farmiliar Face (Miriko and Aika) - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6846-pp-f1-no-such-thing-as-second-impressions-aika/ - Complete -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6850-op-f1-information/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6852-pp-f1-unexpected-encounters-ariel/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6851-pp-f1-new-friends-aika-anon-szuriex/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6858-pp-f2-back-to-normal-aika/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6872-pp-f1-a-concert-sort-of-jynx-aika/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6932-pp-f1-social-interaction-warnik-aika/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6880-pp-f1-a-little-bump-in-the-road-aika/ - in progress -
http://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/6859-pp-f1-another-hello/ - inactive -

Relationships
Single.


Story Thus Far
Amber, now known as Aika is now starting her adventure in SAO.