Nari-Lanreth

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ruler” Nari returned the greeting with a smile, before turning towards the exterior of the large settlement. “Direct damage. Always good to have around. My focus is more on taking hits, and returning that damage – with a side of setting up opponents for my party members. Tech specialist, in essence. Stunning, debuffing, that sort of thing.” As she walked she considered their destination. It had been a while since she’d last encountered the Monkey King. During that time she had…she forced away the darker thoughts, placing the smile on her face again. “So,

The door opened, only a crack, but enough that Nari could see the glare thrown her way in response to her greeting. The words that slipped through the opening were as kind and welcoming as the eyes that stared at her, an unwelcoming greeting that had Nari withdrawn for a moment, unable to speak as she tried to collect herself. “I…wanted to come by and – well Jomei and I are going to hit up Nemo’s garden…and…did you want to come? I mean, if you’re busy…” A deep inhale, followed by a soft exhale as she tried to calm herself. Her approach was going far less optimal than she’d hoped – than sh

Nari came to a sudden halt, hands latching onto NIGHT and pulling her around to face Nar before moving their way up to the girl's shoulders. She stared NIGHT directly in the eyes, waiting until the girl was obviously focused on her. “I don't want you to leave.” There was no humor, no smile. Her expression and tone spoke of the seriousness behind her words. The silence allowed to stretch for a moment, to let the words sink in and be registered. “If I had my way, there wouldn't be two houses...But that's something for another day.” Nari was surprised at the strength behind her words, t

Nari let her steps carry her for a few heartbeats, as she tried to figure out the best way to respond. She knew that NIGHT was concerned about Onóra’s reactions, and somehow that conflicted with how they needed to behave. It left Nari wondering, and caused her response to be more delayed than she would have liked it to be. “Mmm…Onóra’s not going to be upset if we’re not there for dinner, if that’s what you’re worried about. So long as I give her a heads up, that is. She was just inviting us to be polite, but she does enjoy the estate to herself during the day.” Three steps, a brief pause

Nari’s bouncing came to a halt for a moment, her head tilting as she considered the change in plans. It wasn’t disappointment she felt – simply…reconsideration. Her face, having dropped the smile as she took in the words, forced the happiness back into her expression. “Good idea. Besides, any time spent with you is luxury enough.” She bounced twice again, trying to show that she was content with the change, even if it meant no room service – this time. “But if they have room service, we are definitely coming back one night. Got that?” With another bounce she took off again towards th

Nari shook her head, smiling at the other player as they mentioned the lack of col. “I’m not worried about col, really. And as for being able to withstand the Monkey King…yes, I could. I actually managed to defeat him a while ago, so I’m familiar with the quest – if you want help with it.” Bringing up her menu she donned the heavy armour and shield, before summoning the spear to her hand once more. A sigh escaped her lips as the comfort of the gear settled into place – somehow feeling almost natural to Nari, as if a second skin. Smiling again at the other player, she cocked her head,

Nari hummed at the words, happy to hear that she hadn’t upset the girl – although still not entirely sure why the reaction had occurred. Her only consideration was that she had pushed too far, and silently she reminded herself that she needed to be a little bit more appropriate. Content with the return of the touch, she leaned back into NIGHT, resting her head on the side of the girl’s shoulder as she followed her lead. She was just beginning to fall completely into step when she registered the very first words that had been spoken. “We’re going now?” Her head shot up and she missed

The disconnect slammed into Nari as the girl rushed ahead, the tension in her body obvious, and the confusion in Nari overwhelming. She followed silently, her mind racing in an attempt to figure out what she had done, what she had said. A few times, her mouth opened to say something, to try and correct whatever she had done – but she had no idea, she was lost at sea. The gesture and the corresponding words made Nari jump, pulling her from her deep thoughts. She glanced towards the location, nodding without seeing it. “Vacational…maybe we should go one day?” The words were a mumbling

Nari glanced down as the girl stumbled through an entire sentence as though it was a single word. The flush in the face only made Nari smile wider, her entire plan a complete success – and although she didn’t want to push it too far, she just couldn’t resist. “You are adorable when you get flustered. I just love it...” She almost missed the next question as the girl guided her away from the water, as if trying to avoid the idea entirely. It took her a few steps to respond, as she considered the movement, and the commentary itself. “Comfortable? Well, that depends on who’s with me…wait oth

That gait…the way they walked…it was all familiar to Nari as she peered after the slowly disappearing form. She took a few steps towards the individual, a smile breaking across her face as she raised a hand in greeting, waving it wildly and almost smacking herself in the face with the shield. “Hey! NIGHT!” The smile slowly drew back as the figure continued walking, and her gaze turned to Astreya and Koga, a slight look of confusion in her eyes. “Where’s she going…?” She let her hand drop slightly as she tried to figure out the disconnect that the girl was showing. She had thought the

“I…need to plan on your replacement.” She was talking to a spear. Something that long ago, likely would’ve labelled her as insane. Or at least mentally questionable. Now though, now it was common place. So long as the spear didn’t speak back to her, that is. So far, it hadn’t, but she kept an eye out for it just in case. “That means…I need to start collecting more materials. Which…well, that means Nemo.” She brought up her menu, knowing that she wasn’t going to be going back to the garden alone. Her days of solitude were, hopefully, behind her. At least for the moment. She scrolled throug

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“Hey Cleo!” Nari gave a smile and wave to the girl as she entered, before glancing down at the requested designs. She cast her eyes over the order form, nodding to herself. “Yeah, definitely! I’ll give you a ping once it’s done, alright?” Heading back into the forge once Cleo had left, she pulled out the hammer – glancing at the fox who no longer provided any assistance with her craft. It had been a while since she’d put any effort into her business, something that she realised was a fault of her own…and someone else. A smile, and then she began her work, letting the hammer ring its sound

The words were comforting, even if they were nothing more than empty promises. Nari knew that none of them had any plans on dying, but in the moment – it was enough. Taking a deep breath, she forced herself to calmness, taking comfort in the knowledge that they were safe for now at the very least. “You distinctly remember, hmph. I never said I wanted to be shown off. I just said…oh nevermind. If you don’t want to go swimming…” She paused at the next commentary from the girl, thinking about her inventory full of clothing. “I uh…have a few things I could change into if need be…” The de

A flash as the other leapt through the air, landing and remaining motionless. A flash as the serpent erupted into shards. Nari remained still, her eyes on the spot that the serpent had been just moments before. Her fury, her anger subsiding. All at once she dropped the spear, rushing forwards and grabbing NIGHT in an embrace. She pulled the girl in tight, likely causing some discomfort with her grip. “I swear if you die, I’ll kill you. Do not scare me like that.” She gave one further pull towards herself, her head buried on the girl’s shoulder for a moment, before she released

She truly was a beauty to watch on the battle field, and Nari felt her gaze drawn to NIGHT as the girl rushed forward, once again slashing her blade across the sea serpent and leaving a wide gash behind as a reminder of her time there. She missed, entirely, as the serpent pulled back in retaliation. Slamming itself into NIGHT it sent the girl flying, leaving her tumbling across the sands. “NIGHT! NO!” The scream was out Nari’s lips before she even realised herself that she was moving, sprinting in between the serpent and NIGHT, raising her shield and slamming her spear into place atop

Nari watched as NIGHT once again made her connection with the sea serpent, cutting away at its health once more. She watched as the stunned effect wore off, and the creature began screwing – either in response to the damage, or at finally being free from its hold. Either way, she took it as a sign that they were besting it. With a single step forwards, she found herself once more in striking range of the creature. Letting her feet slide across the ground, she kept her eyes on it, bringing her spear up to thrust forwards, knowing that she was slowly losing the attention of their target. ‘N

“NIGHT! It worked! Did you see…why are you laying on the ground?” Her excitement was curtailed by the sight of her companion face first in the dirt. Her side step and reaction had been nearly perfect as the creature lashed out at her – her health bar depleting slightly, but the counter and her thorns activating to bite back at the creature. “Are you okay?” Her concern was short lived though, as the creature reared back and slammed down into the ground again, missing Nari by a hair’s breadth. Stepping backwards, she decided that it was time to go on the offensive again. Giving herself some

NIGHT rushed in, swinging into the serpent and landing yet another strike, causing the health to deteriorate further. Nari held her ground, watching as the serpent rose up, likely readying itself to strike against the shield she held before her…and then slammed into the ground next to her, missing entirely. She blinked, looking at the spot on the ground, then turning her gaze to NIGHT. “Did you…blind it or something?” The words were out before she even realised she had spoken, and in her confusion she felt the shield slip out of place slightly. Jumping back into position, she pulled the s

Nari watched as NIGHT faltered on another attack, and she began to wonder if there was something odd about this creature. She leapt backwards slightly as it lashed out at her again, clearly agitated at her the most. ‘Perfect. Let’s give this skill a try, then. Maybe it’ll prove more successful than I’ve been thus far.’ She hoisted her shield, bringing her spear in line with the top edge, but letting her feet sink into the ground, holding her place and keeping an eye out for the next strike towards her. She knew that even if NIGHT managed to land an attack at this point, she’d drawn the ma

Between her own strike, and NIGHT’s follow up strike, the creature was looking slightly less impressive. Perhaps she had considered it too worthy of a foe, perhaps it wouldn’t give such a challenge…and then it started moving again, and Nari’s focus was back on the conflict before her. She heard the call of NIGHT, nodding in response before realising the girl likely couldn’t see her – her own focus hopefully on the creature. But she was unable to get out a verbal response before she needed to start moving again, dodging to her left, then right in an attempt to stay out of the creature’s re

Her strike missed. Even with NIGHT’s boosts, her first hit had…well, not hit. Nari gritted her teeth as the serpent lashed out in retaliation, watching her own health bar dip, then regenerate slightly. It wasn’t what she had wanted to see happen, but she was glad that NIGHT hadn’t taken any damage. She hadn’t dealt any, either, and although that would normally make Nari feel better, this time it concerned her. Setting her feet, she pulled her shield up in front of her again, balancing the spear along the top left edge before eyeing the creature – looking for the sign of weakness that all

The words were exactly what Nari needed to hear, and as soon as they were out of NIGHT’s mouth, she had begun to rush across the sand towards the creature, bringing her shield up before her as she went. She knew that this was likely taking a risk – but, what was life without some small risks? As she came closer to the creature, she slowed her forward rush, willing to take caution over stupidity. Pausing only long enough to steady herself, she brought her spear in line along the top of her shield, listening for the sound of NIGHT behind her before making her move against the giant sea serp

“A specific place, nearby you say? Why are we standing around?” She leapt to her feet, picking up her spear and making her way towards NIGHT with a large grin. She watched for a moment as the crabs exploded, before making her way past NIGHT – stopping only to have made sure that the girl was okay. She made it about a half dozen steps before she realised she had no idea where she was going. “Uhm…this way, right?” Turning she’ll cast a smile shyly at NIGHT as she pointed in the direction she was heading. Her spear leaned against her shoulder, she eyed up another creature she had spotted in

“Well, I don’t think I need to be afraid of using them, so long as you’re around.” She gave NIGHT a wink as she slumped against her spear, taking a moment to catch her breath, and to allow her muscles to relax a bit. It had been some time since she’d engaged in this much fighting all at once, and she was wondering if she’d been getting lazy as of late. ‘May need to change that, now…no time like the present, right?’ “Another quick break?” She didn’t even wait for a response before collapsing to the ground, letting her spear fall beside her. Closing her eyes, she waited for the other to joi