Cast: CC (Loyal) & Saarva (Sky)
November 29, 2017
[7:11 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: Interview RP - C.C. @Loyal
Saarva sat at his desk, reading the new report on The Pack that he'd gotten from one of his dragon messengers.
"Ah, it seems as if they'd made it to Nicousa safe and sound. (Radiant Kyria!)" he exclaimed with a smile of relief.
"Wondrous news!" chirped the young dragon in agreement with Saarva.
"I'll hurry on then and write a reply report..." said the dragon Laguz with determination, now dipping his quill pen into the inkwell.
"(By Kyria's grace!)" Saarva said after glancing at his watch, "I've completely forgot! Er, would you please stop by later on, Nepholomew? It'd likely be more efficient to conduct this upcoming interview first." Saarva explained to the young dragon.
"Of course, sir!" he replied as he shimmied his way out the door.
Saarva just nodded at him silently. He still had roughly 15 minutes until his next interview were to start, so he began getting out all the necessary things, including a sheet of notepaper and their file to review one last time.(edited)
[7:25 PM] Loyal: A soft thud sounds immediately outside the door, followed shortly by the young dragon stumbling back and getting knocked flat on his behind.
"Watch your step, lad!" says a gruff male voice loaded with a natural authority. A hand extends itself from behind the wall to assist, and ends up practically deadlifting Nepholomew to his feet with a single arm. "Honestly, how do you miss a target my size?"
"Wait, you wouldn't be Saarva, would you?"(edited)
[7:48 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "Oof! Hey, who do you thi--" he started to say before looking up at the wall of a man before correcting himself. "M-my apologies... Ah!" he began before letting out a noise when he was lifted to his feet.
"Oh I wish... I-I mean, o-of course not! He's right through this d-door..." the young dragon sputtered out, pointing to the door and offering him to enter. He soon walks away, trying to stretch his shoulder muscles and rolling his arm joint, trying to lessen the pain that giant guy gave him when he lifted him to his feet.
[8:06 PM] Loyal: "Good man. Put some spit and polish on that arm and you'll be good as new. As you were!" The giant dismisses him with a curt nod, as he turns to face the doorway. He steps in, briefly eclipsing the light from outside with his figure, and squints at the rather busy looking Dragon Laguz inside.
Standing before Saarva is a tall, broad-shouldered cat laguz, wearing formal dresswear a shade of green only somewhat lighter than his rich, full moustache and beard. This man looks like he could eat his body weight in food in a week and convert it all to raw muscle mass.
"Saarva of the Drakone, I trust?" he asks politely, folding his arms behind him . "Captain Casper Brigham, of Mytia's House Atena, at your service. I came as soon as I could."
[8:12 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "Ah, rightfully so, Sir Brigham! And even with some time to spare!" Saarva said, impressed.
Punctual 
Formal
"As I'm sure you already know, I've accepted one of your commrades from House Atena earlier, so I've only the greatest expectations," Saara spoke, "Now, please, do take a seat, where'd you'd prefer," he said, gesturing to the opposite end of his desk.
He'd offer the new chair that matched his own, but it was made a bit smaller than Saarva's, so he wasn't sure such a wall of a man could fit. Though he was polite to leave such thoughts in his head and keep a poker face so he'd be none the wiser. Beside it was the crate that had served for a makeshift seat for quite some time, just in case this scenario popped up again.
Formal
"As I'm sure you already know, I've accepted one of your commrades from House Atena earlier, so I've only the greatest expectations," Saara spoke, "Now, please, do take a seat, where'd you'd prefer," he said, gesturing to the opposite end of his desk.
He'd offer the new chair that matched his own, but it was made a bit smaller than Saarva's, so he wasn't sure such a wall of a man could fit. Though he was polite to leave such thoughts in his head and keep a poker face so he'd be none the wiser. Beside it was the crate that had served for a makeshift seat for quite some time, just in case this scenario popped up again.
[8:23 PM] Loyal: C.C. nods and looks to the chair, but quietly reconsiders. This entire place could use a pick up, no need to contribute to the mess, he reasons. Instead, C.C. gingerly sits down on the nearby crate instead.
"Indeed. My associate Cirocco has been doing well to keep us abreast of developments. We're all glad he's been of help in keeping Laqueos safe. But that is, of course, why I am here today. I presume you are aware of the trouble in Nicousa?"
"Indeed. My associate Cirocco has been doing well to keep us abreast of developments. We're all glad he's been of help in keeping Laqueos safe. But that is, of course, why I am here today. I presume you are aware of the trouble in Nicousa?"
[8:35 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "Troubles?" Saarva says with a furrowed brow, his face now full of concern. "But I have just gotten a report of their safety. It said they had just arrived in Nicousa and are well... Where did you hear of this? Cirocco I presume?" Saarva questioned, now concerned for The Pack's wellbeing.
Saarva scribbles down an important note.
Quick intel
[8:47 PM] Loyal: "You hadn't?" C.C. asks, surprise passing over his brow. "Well, I'd know that scoundrel's handwriting anywhere, so I doubt what we received was fake. Here."
C.C. pulls out a rolled parchment from a backpack and presents it to Saarva. It reads:
Dearest Lady Nephylia,
A thousand and one apologies for the uncharacteristic brevity, but I find it difficult to write even this. Nicousa erupted into violence earlier today, some... misunderstanding about the Drakone holding a Rettatese noble, I believe? Honestly it all went south so fast I could barely make sense of it before we were fighting for our freedom.
Before long, even the Rettatese army threatened our escape. We managed to escape the city and our assailants, but in my carelessness I was wounded. I am attempting to recover while we lie low.
I will continue to perform my duties to the best of my abilities, but sending even this small missive is risky, and it may be some time before I can send again.
I wish you all the best. I have survived worse than this, and will stay alive and do my best for the sake of our mission.
Yours faithful and forever,
Cirocco
[8:56 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "(Good radiant Kyria above!)" Saarva exclaimed after reading the letter.
"My apologies..." Saarva said, calming himself. "I admire his dedication, but I certainly hope they're all alright. It worries me to no end they may be in danger. And there's no telling what has happened since. Either way, I have yet to receive another letter of report, so they are in danger, or have went somewhere my associates have not found yet to deliver a more recent letter. Regardless, I'll have you know that I'll be writing a response and sending out a squadron to locate them. I'll send out another team for assistance if I must." Saarva explained.
He took a deep breath. "If he passes my evaluation, I'll surely be sending him for immediate backup." Saarva thought to himself.
"However, I think it might be worthwhile for us to continue this, don't you say? Would you mind mentioning any abilities or skills you posses that'd be of help or use to us?" Saarva said, eager to take notes and make his decision.
[9:11 PM] Loyal: C.C. nods slowly, his eyes closed, slightly bristled but understanding. "...Very well. As I mentioned before, I serve as captain of House Atena's armed forces, and have been through the reign of Lady Nephylia, and her mother before her."
He speaks with a practiced air, like this isn't the first time he's had to pitch this to a judging stranger.
"I have also assisted My Lady in the running of her estate since she was old enough to lead it. Moreover, my work with a lance is as fine as they come, and I am well prepared to protect any who require my shield."
[9:20 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: Born to lead
Loyal
Confidence
Protective
"I'd imagine working for a fine House would do that to someone." Saarva remarked, noting the many benefits. "I've no doubt a man like you would be a formidable foe to enemies and a strong ally."
Saarva was impressed to say the least.
"Now, for every good there is a bad, a con to a pro, a risk to a reward. Having in mind your strengths and abilities, would you be able to share any weaknesses?" Saarva asked, readying his pen.
Loyal
Confidence
Protective
"I'd imagine working for a fine House would do that to someone." Saarva remarked, noting the many benefits. "I've no doubt a man like you would be a formidable foe to enemies and a strong ally."
Saarva was impressed to say the least.
"Now, for every good there is a bad, a con to a pro, a risk to a reward. Having in mind your strengths and abilities, would you be able to share any weaknesses?" Saarva asked, readying his pen.
[9:36 PM] Loyal: "Mm," C.C. winced, crossing his arms. "I admit I have some trouble speaking to people outside of my... usual connections. With my men, there are no troubles, nor with Lady Nephilia, as there are expectations for how they might act, and how I should act. As it is with you, Saarva," he inclines his head ever so slightly in acknowledgment, "representative of the Drakone in this most important task."
"There's a decorum to be followed, or at least close enough to what I know, and so all is right. With others... not so much. It is not always easy to know what to say, or how to act, with a stranger completely outside my chain of command. And I have, on occasion, spoken before my thoughts could catch up."
"I imagine I'd have embarrassed my House countless times, over the years, speaking to visitors and others, had I been acting alone in doing so. I, suppose," he slows down, tapping his arm with a finger, "that for whatever his other shortcomings, Cirocco may have been helpful in tempering that over the years... if only in that he usually gets to these people before I do."
[9:47 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: Good formal speaking
Supposed poor speaking otherwise 
Honesty
"Ah, this is to be expected. I was like it too, as a dragling. However, speaking with others has become common occurance. I'm sure being a part of a team outside of Atena would do you some good. You'll grow into, I'm sure." Saarva said with a reassuring smile.
The Laguz before him reminded Saarva like himself. There were notable differences, but uncanny similarities all the same.
"Well, I have one more question to fill my quota," Saarva explained transparently before pausing to think of one more thing, "do you get seasick, Sir Brigham?"(edited)
Supposed poor speaking otherwise
Honesty
"Ah, this is to be expected. I was like it too, as a dragling. However, speaking with others has become common occurance. I'm sure being a part of a team outside of Atena would do you some good. You'll grow into, I'm sure." Saarva said with a reassuring smile.
The Laguz before him reminded Saarva like himself. There were notable differences, but uncanny similarities all the same.
"Well, I have one more question to fill my quota," Saarva explained transparently before pausing to think of one more thing, "do you get seasick, Sir Brigham?"(edited)
[9:49 PM] Loyal: C.C. nods in response. "That would be nice. I appreciate the vote of confidence. As for seasickness...?" He contemplates the question for a moment, then shrugs.
"Never had the occasion to try and find out, I suppose." He cracks the closest thing he's shown to a smile since he arrived. "I imagine it can't be worse than what my brother's cooking does to me."(edited)
[10:27 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "hahaha, well good." Saarva said with a hearty chuckle.
Not seasick
"Well I believe that'll be all for the interview. It was nice to meet you, and if you'd like there is candy on the way out." He said with a smile and an outstretched hand.
"Though..." Saarva said, now weighing options.
"...I don't normally do this, but if you're willing, I'd like to accept you on the spot. I'd assign you to leave by ship to Nicousa as immediately as is possible. I've reviewed your files with Atena to be quite credible, and Cirocco has done a good job up to this point. You're a very good candidate if I do say so myself.. So, what do you say, Sir Brigham?"(edited)
"Well I believe that'll be all for the interview. It was nice to meet you, and if you'd like there is candy on the way out." He said with a smile and an outstretched hand.
"Though..." Saarva said, now weighing options.
"...I don't normally do this, but if you're willing, I'd like to accept you on the spot. I'd assign you to leave by ship to Nicousa as immediately as is possible. I've reviewed your files with Atena to be quite credible, and Cirocco has done a good job up to this point. You're a very good candidate if I do say so myself.. So, what do you say, Sir Brigham?"(edited)
[10:33 PM] Loyal: "Speaking frankly, I don't think anyone expected this task force to run into anything like a war. If Cirocco's report rings true, you may need an officer who can do war accompanying them, to ensure that the Investigation proceeds cleanly. I would be honored that you consider me fit for such."
"So, what do I say? I say there's no time to waste!" C.C. speaks with determination in his voice, standing up. "My belongings have been packed since I arrived in town. If you've a ship ready, I'd be happy to set sail with all haste!"
"...Besides," he adds, a wry grin wrinkling the creases of his eyes, "I suspect Lady Nephilia would never forgive me if I allowed her favorite pet avian to come to any lasting harm."
[10:49 PM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "Brilliant! I'll have a ship ready with the most haste! Now, if you'll excuse me, I'll just... write... a quick... explana...tion... There we are. Here, take this letter stating that I assigned you to Team The Pack, just in case Zain asks. I wouldn't imagine Himaya would bat an eye with word of mouth, but Zain would likely need the letter to be swayed, if that even," Saarva explained.
He grabbed a bag from within his desk and motioned for him to follow outside.
"I knew would come in handy," Saarva said, now walking outside, handing C.C. the bag.
"In it contains a ring that has been enchanted with a spell so that it's connected to a magic stone that The Pack has. You'll be able to find them in a pinch. Especially since they have likely changed locations, which I suspect, hence the lack of a more recent report. Either in the hands of the enemy, or I hope in a secluded safe hideaway," Saarva explained.
He saw the young dragon from earlier and called to him. "Nepholomew! Call a boat bound for Nicousa!"
The young dragon saluted Saarva and flew off.
"I'll likely send you with Neigrosa. She'll tag along on the boat to make sure you make it safely. Should something happen, she'll be able to alert me either way," Saarva explained(edited)
[12:12 AM] Loyal: C.C. follows along as Saarva speaks, quietly pocketing a candy on the way out the door. He listens to the dragon's words, and inspects the ring he'd been handed with a scrutinizing eye. Already he can feel a slight pull in an south-easterly direction as it contacts his skin. "Curious little trinket. If this does lead me to the others, it'll help quite a bit."
Just hope Zain and these others don't mistake me for the enemy and attack on sight...
"If they are in trouble, Saarva, I'll get them out and see them safely where they need to be. You have my word." He places the ring, the letter, and Cirocco's letter into his bag. "I'll just need to grab my things and I can be off. I'll meet your woman at the docks, shall I?"(edited)
[10:04 AM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: "Correct. I'll work with Nepholomew and get everything in order for you right away. I look forward to any news, I'm confident everything will work out fine," Saarva said formally to the Laguz.
"Good luck, I'm sure you don't need it. And enjoy that candy," Saarva said, motioning as if he's tipping a hat with a gentleman's smile. Soon after, he gave a large flap of his wings and was off, presumably to find Nepholomew and Neigrosa.
[10:17 AM] Loyal: C.C. snaps off a quick wave of the hand, watching the dragon depart, before he jogs off in the opposite direction to retrieve his things.
Wish I could just fly off like that. Maybe wouldn't need a boat, then. Oh, I hope it's roomy enough for me...
[10:18 AM] Best (Crit) Birb | Sky: ===RP END===
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