How to kill Dart?

Also I've noticed... the blue mark is shorter now.

>>135207
Well, it looks like time may be running short.
The mark is disappearing.

Do elaborate on what must be figured out. Also what's you relationship like with Alex and Nari?

>>135209
Addendum:
Check your chest regularly today, you may be feeling ill because the curse is suddenly advancing.

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)00:07 No. 135213 ID: cf68aa
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>>135209

>Yes it has been growing steadily shorter. I pray this will not hinder me in any way

>>135210
>Alex? She's been rather distant lately and I do not know why. As for Nari she does not leave her room except to eat or go to the restroom. I've been trying to give her some space.

>>135210

>Exactly. What are we going to do next? We cannot stay here for to long and I am not sure exactly how I am to defeat Dart. What supplies will I need? What spells?

>>135211
>My chest? I doubt the curse has advanced that far.

>>135213
Um. Yeah, you've got tits I'm afraid.

Shouldn't you have that orb with you at all times, even sleeping?

>>135213
Well, I think this should spark a conversation with Alex.

>>135213
That's not good, you should try to patch that up with Alex.

>>135213
Well first off you should learn a few knife fighting tricks. You did see how useful it was to have in your previous fight. That and short cantrips, the faster you can fire off spells the more likely you are to live, provided they're the right spells.

Learning a few high level illusion spells might also be useful. You never know when you might need a timely distraction. And ask Alex to teach you about poisons and acids. You have to learn how to mix up very dangerous poison as well as highly corrosive acids. And find a way to embed the orb into your body. That is because you might not be able to keep any supplies you take with you to infiltrate Darts fortress.

The plan should have simple basics. Get in, become a somewhat trusted servant. Find a way to get poison into his bloodstream and then dunk his head into a vat of acid. That should make sure he is dead and will stay dead. For the infiltration part you might also need something that can disconnect your morals, if he is going to trust you then you can't hesitate or question any of his commands. No matter what they are.

And remember. What you are doesn't change who you are. You are who you choose to be.

What kind of spells can he cast? You said he uses dark magic, but that doesn't give much information about his capabilities.

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)01:52 No. 135247 ID: cf68aa
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>>135215

>I'm pretty sure I would notice if I suddenly got breasts. Ugh.. My body feels terrible... I think I'll take a bath or something.

>>135218
>>135223

>I know... I 'do' want to talk to her but she's not being her usual self. Normally she'd laugh and go mya but she's been so moody. Girls confuse me sometimes.

>>135224
>I think fighting may e beyond my abilities. I'd have to be trained by Sir Norue himself to be even remotly good at it. As for the scids and poison I think Alex would be more then glad in helping me do that. She's really good at making such things and with a city nearby getting the ingredients will be a cinch.

>I'm working on my spells everyday now ever since that Wolfric thing. So far all I've managed to make even somewhat faster is my Air spell. I may need some new ones for my quest and the city may have some books or even teachers in there.

>Thank you again for your kind words. I still have some shred of my former body and so long as I have that I'll be fine.

>>135246
>Dart? Imagine any of my spells times 25. Dark Mana makes them so much more powerful. I also confirmed personally that he knows Flare,Posses,Stone Gaze,Meteor and Meteor Storm.

>>135247
>I still have some shred of my former body and so long as I have that I'll be fine.

...Okay, cool. Yeah, I was just messing with you and stuff.

On a related but separate note... Why is it that you don't like the idea of being a girl? What exactly about it do you not like?

>>135247
Whatever your body looks like it's still you. The mind is what is truly important. Keep this in mind no matter what happens. Because your former body is not something you will be able to keep.

And you don't have to be a competent fighter, or even a half assed one. Just learn how to get a knife out quick and either stab or cut with it quickly. Coat it with fast acting deadly poison (and make sure you have the antidote with you at all times)and all you should need is a shallow wound and your opponent will die with a very surprised look on their face.

And Alex is probably just a bit moody because you haven't been that interested in what she's doing or what she wants. Take some time out and talk to her a bit and maybe get her engaged in getting Nari out of her shell.

By the way, would it be possible for you to focus a stream of water and air into a very small area at a high pressure? Because something like that could be very useful, especially if you can get it off fast.

And if you don't already know of any try learning a few spells that lets you manipulate things from a distance with decent presiscion.

>>135247
Well, Alex is a bit disappointed that you haven't talked to her about that kiss at all.

>>135247
>I'm pretty sure I would notice if I suddenly got breasts.

It wasn't suddenly, it happened over the course of several days, so it would be harder to notice. Just feel in that area. Is it flat? Doesn't look like it.

That blue thing on your left eye. Is that a fuse? It's getting shorter.

>>135344
This was explained last thread. It represents the progression of the curse. When it disappears completely, the curse will be complete. Fortunately, the orb will protect him from the mental changes.

>>135363

oh, my apologies

well, at least it's almost done!

>>135365
No, not good. If it's almost done, that means that the mental changes will start soon.

>>135377
That's what the orb is for.

I assume these mental changes would turn him into... just how did Dart treat ladies? Was he a proper gentlemen or...

BTW, feel your chest for a second. Don't ask why, just humor me. There's nothing going on there at all, just maybe looks like a manly scar or some weird thing like that that's creeping me out... yeah.

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:10 No. 135639 ID: cf68aa
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>>135249

>To learn these things I'll need to find a teacher. There isn't a single one in the area so the city would be the best bet for it.

>>135273
>oh, the kiss. I'm afraid it may have changed our relationship... It was so sudden and I feel awkward bringing it up.

>>135248
>It may be hard for a voice to uderstand but to slowly lose ones manhood.. It's just beyond words. If I ever became a full girl...

>>135314
>>135390
>??? Hold on there's a mirror in the bathr.....

>......

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:10 No. 135640 ID: cf68aa
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>..............

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:12 No. 135641 ID: cf68aa
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>???

>>135639
Well then go to the city. It's hardly like you have had the time to form any serious connection to the village.

And remember it's who you are that's important. Nobody can really change that, except you.

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:14 No. 135645 ID: cf68aa
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>........................
>........................
>........................

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:15 No. 135646 ID: cf68aa
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>>135645

Poke

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:16 No. 135647 ID: cf68aa
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>...

Do you want some alone time?

>>135648
Or a bra?

>>135647
...well, you can always get them cut off.

>>135650

D:

Why would you even suggest something like that.

A bright side to this is that now you can get to know what boobs feel like if you've never gotten to 2nd base

>>135649
>>135652
...Guys...

>>135648
What he said.

>>135647
Don't cry, would a man cry over something like this?

>>135647
This was inevitable. But still, you have to hammer who you are into you. No matter what physical changes you go through it will not change who you are deep down inside. Not unless you allow it to happen.

>>135647
You're still you, the thing Alex made ensures that. You just got some new attachments, doesn't really change anything.

C'mon. Don't look like that. This is how Dart wants you to think. He wants you to give up all hope. Prove to that motherfucker that you can retain what makes you a man even without what makes you a man.

Cecil 2010/02/19(Fri)19:44 No. 135677 ID: cf68aa
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>....

>Thank you voices.


>I wish to be alone for now.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)19:47 No. 135681 ID: cf68aa
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>"see an thas why guys are so dumb! They can't see whun a girl likes em ya know? An es so stupid! Is stupid mya? Gah Sometimes I just wanna tackle him down. Well he's a she now but HA HA HA HA! Is a long story mya. What chu fink? Mya?"

"... Why are you talking to me?"

>>135677

You can never get rid of us WE WERE THE CURSE ALL ALONG HAHAHAHAHA

yeah, how about you just go suck on your friend's ball for a while. You said that cuts us off.

>>135681
Hey, stop giving away Cecil's secrets like that.

Also, he just grew boobs and is NOT happy about it. So we're giving him some time alone by focusing on you.

He's crying right now. He wanted to be alone.

Don't you feel terrible?

(He could probably use some moral support)

>>135681
Have you ever told him how you feel? Because unless female cat girls have telephaty I don't really think it's fair of you to expect him to know how you feel without you telling him.

On the bright side, he appears to be a B-cup.

He needs a friend right now, not a lover. Also, he's a lovable dork. Come on, you gotta love that.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)20:00 No. 135692 ID: cf68aa
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>>135684
>>135688
>She has breasts now? For real? Well that just sobered me up real quick.

>When did this happen? Is this why she was sick?

>and they're B-Cup? Wow.

>And now she's sad to... Mya, I was so focused on me I didn't even notice...

>>135687
>>135689

>How I feel? She's just a friend you know? Nothin special..

>>135692
Well how much time have you spent with your friend these last weeks?

It seems that you have been, ahem, disregarding your friend lately. What is the cause of this?

Oh come on, just a friend? You were just complaining to this random demon dude that he can't tell that you like him. You're also all upset because he didn't talk about your kiss. There is definitely something more than friendship here.

Also stop referring to Cecil as 'she'. He wants to remain a man, and you should give him enough respect to consider that.

>>135697
>Also stop referring to Cecil as 'she'. He wants to remain a man, and you should give him enough respect to consider that.
I am in concord.

>>135692
Well you need to assure him/her that s/he has not really changed in stuff that matters. That s/he is the same person. Its the right thing to do.

>>135705
Yeah, she needs a shoulder to cry on, I'd say. This is really hard on her, her identity is being destroyed.

Don't listen to these tightwads. You can refer to Cecil as 'she' all you want. It won't develop into any obsessive stalker sort of trans-sexual projection on him for you, really.

>>135715
Yeah, we've already got that bit covered.

You can still think of her as a she, but try to say "he" when she's around.

>>135740
Agreed. We don't want her getting defensive.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)21:45 No. 135758 ID: cf68aa
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>>135715
>>135740
>>135703

>Look I know she's going through a identity crisis right now. I won't call her a she in front of her but I need you guys to help me to ease her into accepting it mya?

>>135694
>>135696

>There's just nothing to talk about. She hasn't mentioned the kiss in a week. It was my first one to ya know? Twenty one and I never kissed someone before then.

>>135697
>Sure she's cute and funny and cool and a lil nerdy but she's just a friend. That's it mya.

>>135758
I don't know how far the curse went in affecting his perception of his own gender. Perhaps he can be convinced to be 'okay' with the change, but it would be better if we could find some safe way to get rid of those tits. He said that so long as he had at least some remnant of maleness, he'd manage.

>>135758
It would help you to ease her into it by giving her emotional support.
She'll be more willing to listen to you, and will be able to come to terms with her change sooner.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)22:36 No. 135798 ID: cf68aa
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>>135774
>>135778

>I think it did affect her personallity mya. I saw her little pantie collection. There's no way she've worn that before now and with the way she acts it doensn't seem like she'd normally want to.

>I guess I should go ralk to her.

she goes across the street to their room. Cecil is in a corner.

>Aww she looks so sad. I guess she's taking it pretty hard. I wanna help her accept her new changes...

>what should I say mya?

>>135798
Go up and hug him around the shoulder, don't say anything.

...And the panties may or may not have been us.

>>135798
No words, only hugs.

>>135798
You're not supposed to know what's going on. Ask him what's wrong.

>>135798
Just hug her, or sit by her and put your arm around her shoulders. Say something that reaffirms that she's still herself.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)23:02 No. 135814 ID: cf68aa
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>>135811
she goes over and hugs her gently.

>I really don't know what to say. I'm terrible at these things...

I'm not sure you need to say anything right now. Something comforting, maybe. But in any case, just keep holding him.

...Wait... Is... ...Is the blue mark completely gone?

If I were in your situation I'd say something like "You know... you really don't *have* to go after Dart..."

People bite me a lot ._.

>>135820
No, just no, that's one of her long term goals, don't attack those now. Just say something like, "You're you no matter what".

>>135820
Eh, no offense, but I think that might do more harm than good. I know that he feels he -does- need to go after Dart, that it's his duty. 'You're not alone' might possibly work better. 'course, I'm not great at this either, so take my advice with a pinch of salt.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)23:17 No. 135828 ID: cf68aa
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>>135822

>"It's okay Cecil. You'll always be you no matter what you look like"

He turns around to face her

"Oh don't worry I'm fine Alex. I'm feeling better now."

...

...Anybody else get a sudden, bad feeling, or am I just being paranoid? ...Wait, does Cecil have the orb with him right now? Or does he not have it be wearing it for it to stave off the mental changes?

>>135828
More hug. Tighter hug this time.

>>135832
Yyyyyyup.

Ask Cecil why it's suddenly alright, since it had been bugging him so much before.

>>135832
What I'm saying is, that was just a fast change in mood. I dunno, it might just Cecil putting on a smile for Alexis's sake... Maybe I am just being suspicious.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)23:36 No. 135844 ID: cf68aa
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>"Are you sure...? You look like you were crying."

"Don't worry Alex I'm fine"

>"But I..."

"Don't worry Alex I'm fine"

"??? Wh-"

"Don't worry Alex I'm fine"

>???

>>135844
Go get the orb. Cecil is probably too far away from it.

>>135844
"No, Cecil, I get the distinct feeling that you're anything but fine."

>>135844
Yeah, definitely something is not right, either she had a breakdown or she is too far away from the orb.

...

Ah, shit.

Ok, either Cecil's been mindscrewed, or it's a programmed illusion, or something else. But whatever the hell is going, this is bad.

Alexis 2010/02/19(Fri)23:52 No. 135856 ID: cf68aa
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>>135849

>"No Cecil. I think you're anything but fine"

"Don't worry Alex I'm fine"

>.... This is weird.

>>135851
>An illusion? Impossible.

She touches Cecil. Her hand goes right through

>Fuck! She ran off!

>>135856
Cecil can't use illusions. Check on the dark elf!

>>135856
Wait.... how come you didn't notice when you hugged her?

>>135856
Could Cecil have done this?
First thing to figure out is who did it.

>>135856
Wait, I was right? Wow, cool! ...Wait. ...I just remembered why I hate being right.

Ok, ok, this is better than the 'Cecil be mindscrewed' possibility, we just need to try and find out where he went, general direction at the least. Take a quick look around, see how much of his stuff he took. And tell our new friend, might be able to get some help there.

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)00:04 No. 135867 ID: cf68aa
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>>135859

>Already solved. Here's the little bugger. It's a airsprite. These things can make a pretty good doppleganger but it only lasts for a minute or so. Cost a pretty penny. She can't have run that far off.

>>135860
>Her orb is gone and so is her cloak and her gear. Well at least she took the orb.

>Mya, why would she do this!? She's so stupid! Always trying to do things by herself! When I see her I'm gonna beat her up so bad.

>>135867
He said he wanted some time alone.

...gosh I hope he isn't running off to try to kill Dart again.

>>135867

I honestly have no idea. He didn't have anything in particular to do. Your meeting him basically gave him the inspiration to start living again.

He probably just went for a walk. But why her gear? O SHIT CHECK THE BAR

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)00:23 No. 135876 ID: cf68aa
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>>135871
>>135870

>Fuck! She'd better not be doing either!

she starts to head out and bumps into Nari

>"Oh, Nari. Mornin'"

"Hi Miss Alexis. Is lunch ready?"

>"No I'm off to find Cecil. You know where sh.. He could be?"

"He told me not to tell you he went out drinking for a bit because you'd get mad and try to stop him. He also told me to make sure if you did find out to go to try and trick you into going into the Corent Bar instead of the Broken Wand where he's staying."

>.... She is such a bad liar it's adorable.

>>135876
...Well then. That was quick and easy. ...Should I be paranoid again and wonder if he didn't tell the kid this stuff knowing it wouldn't be a well kept secret?

>>135876
Let's just let him be, then. Unless you want to join him for drinks, instead of stopping him.

>>135879
Join her for some drunk lovin.

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)00:44 No. 135889 ID: cf68aa
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>>135879

>No, you guys said she may need someone.
------------------------------------------------
>... She's already passed out.

>Doesn't she know it's dangerous for a girl to just pass out drunk at a bar?

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)00:58 No. 135896 ID: cf68aa
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>>135889

>I'd better take her back..

She picks Cecil up and carries him on her back. She starts walking back

"mmmm.... Alex?"
>"Yeah it's me."
"I got drunk...."
>"I know."
"I... My body changed again..."
>"I know"
"I have breasts.. I'm a girl now..."
>"Cecil.. It doesn't matter what you look like it's who you are inside."
>Even if you are the single cutest girl ever on the outside.
"....Really?"
>"Really"
".... You're so nice Alex... You're a great girl..."
>"Th-Thanks."

Man, she looks wasted...

Hope you don't mind her praising you for being a girl.

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)01:04 No. 135899 ID: cf68aa
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>>135896

"If I still had my thing I would so have sex with you."
>"!? Th-Thanks Cecil..."
>I'm going to assume that was the alchohol talking.
"The voices said there were ways we could still do 'it'. If you want to. I;m okay with it."

>I cannot accept this. It'd be like rape!

>"N-No Cecil I'm good."
"You sure? You could show me how to use this body..."
>"I... I..."

>>135889
Say you really want to, but not while he's drunk.

Are there any spells to remove the effects of intoxication?

>>135899
Well you got what you wanted didn't you? He has atleast superficially accepted what has happened and wants to be with you. So sober him up and get going.

Or is it that what you wanted isn't exactly like you thought it would be?

>>135899
He's... Well, she's drunk right now, Alex. Don't take advantage of that. If she was sober and said that, yes, you could go for it, it'd be alright, but not right now.

"I'd love to but you would regret it when you got sober."

>>135899
"You're a little drunk now, and that's no way to learn new things"

>>135899
"Maybe once you're sober. Right now, you won't remember anything and I'd feel like I was taking advantage of you."

Words from a master:
"Hey, if you're still interested when your mind is clear, I'll let you feel how attractive you are. Ciao~"

>>135899
Lock him in his room, then go elsewhere and masturbate furiously or something.

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)20:05 No. 136490 ID: cf68aa
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>>135912

>This doesn't count. She's drunk as hell... And I do not want her to have sex with me dammit! I am not a lesbian.

>"C-Cecil. A aprreciate the offer but... You're really drunk right now."

"... I don't care. Really I don't"

>"That's why. You don't even know what you want to do now mya. If you still remember in the morning you can ask but I'm not sure what I'd say."

".... M'kay... You're still a great person you know?"

>"..... Thanks."

>>136118
>Mya!? N-Np way! I don't do that!

>>136490
You... don't... masturbate? I don't believe you. You're lying.

>>136490
Alex... Your first kiss was with a girl (Or at least a boy in the middle of turning into a girl). No offense, but... Really, did you ever want to kiss Cecil -before- he turned into a she, or did this desire develop -after- you found out about the Shoujen curse? And, be honest, were you at least tempted to take up Cecil on the offer?

(Also, side note... Whatever the case, thanks for not taking up said offer. I like people with morals.)

you should stay with him/her tonight
make sure he/she doesnt choke on his/her tongue and whatnot

>>136490
Are you sure you don't want to have willing, consensual, sober sex with her?
To feel her under you? Squirming, and begging for more? Calling your name and proclaiming her love?
Mewling adorably, as your ministrations bring her to the heights of pleasure and contentment?

>>136497
Seconded.

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)20:50 No. 136515 ID: cf68aa
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>>136494
>n-no mya. I don't do that. IT's... Not one of my hobbies. Some of you voices

>>136502

>... almost make me want to.

She takes him back to his room and lays him down on the bed

"Alex... Tommorow... Resad... Kay?"

>"okay. You get some rest now mya."

>look I know I kissed her and stuff but one little kiss doens't make you a lesbian. I just thought she really really cute okay?

>>136515
Of course one little kiss doesn't make you a lesbian.
Neither would two little kisses, truly.
Perhaps you should take another?

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)21:47 No. 136536 ID: cf68aa
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>>136517

>Mya? You want me to kiss her? But... I'm not sure mya..

>It's cuter when she's awake and all blushing and stuff you know?

>>136536
Yeah, you're right. Just a peck on the cheek, then.

>>136536
Yeah, a peck should be fine~

Dirtbag 2010/02/20(Sat)21:56 No. 136545 ID: e3f578
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DON'T JUST KISS HER! RIDE HER! RIDE HER LIKE THE LAST PLANTPATOOLIC ON PANDORA!

>>136536
I think guy meant a peck on the cheek or forehead... not a makeout session...

I also doubt that could be considered one little kiss... Former-Guy said you were using tongue...

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)22:08 No. 136551 ID: cf68aa
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>>136539
>>136541
>>136546

>... Just a peck? On the cheek right? No harm for that. Humans do that all the time right?

>Just a little-MMMPH!?

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)22:09 No. 136553 ID: cf68aa
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>>136551

>aaand now she's passed out again...

>Mya, I think I need another shower..

That was a success, I think!

Go have your shower, then. Sheesh, not masturbating must be inconvenient.

>>136553
Well, that didn't go as planned...
Try to give her another peck.
On her cute, little, nose.

>>136553
why do YOU need a shower? You can't jizz yourself...
And it is odd you don't masturbate. Most people do, even if it is not admitted. (if you do, go do it in private)
And he went up for you...

Go to shower if you have to... And it is odd you dont masturbate. Everyone tends to, even if they don't admit it

>>136558
She could, of course, be lying to us.

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)22:37 No. 136572 ID: cf68aa
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>>136557
>>136558
>>136567

>Mya! I'm not lying! I just.. I don't do 'that'.

>Never have never will.

>Can't miss what you never had mya?

"Miss Alexis... Lunch is done?"

>"Mya! I completely forgot! Sorry Nari! I'm gonna take a bath then I'll get you something to munch on."

"May I join?"

>"??? Uhm... Another time kay?"

"Okay."

She leaves

>>136572
Hmm, seems like Nari is a bit taken with you.
First, she tells you where to find Cecil despite being told not to, and now she asks to bathe with you?

>>136574
Probably nothing besides cultural differences, and the fact her father kept her locked up so she is clueless...

>>136572
You've probably noticed that we aren't tied to Cecil's mind so much as anchored there. We're not a part of his psyche, so we have a neutrality born of distance.

You are in love with Cecil. We are not guessing, we are knowing.
You deny it because you are in denial, and you don't want to accept that fact because of what it implies.
Being in love with Cecil doesn't mean you are a lesbian, it means you are in love with Cecil. In all likelihood you've been in love with him for years but have been suppressing it.

Cecil knows he is running out of time, and believes that nobody would love somebody with an expiration date. This is contributing to his depression and alcoholism, and is makes it much less likely that he will survive.

We are not asking you to just suddenly love him, we are just asking you to set aside irrelevancies like gender and social moors and reconsider your feeling assuming you _do_ love him.

If the conclusion of your soul searching is in line with what I have said, then you need to act on it. You need to establish that you love him no matter what form he has, or how much time he has left.

Do you hate schlicking? I mean it sounds like you have some sort of beef with it. I mean its understandable just to say no and say it in a nervous way but you act like its evil or something.

Why won't you never schlick?

>>136581
question is good one...
Why?

Alexis 2010/02/20(Sat)23:55 No. 136614 ID: cf68aa
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>>136574

>She's just an adorable lil thing isn't she? I wanna dress her up mya.

>>136581
>... i just don't wanna try it kay? It's not like I have a problem with it mya. If you wanna do 'that' ya can but it's not my cup o' tea. Seems weird to touch myself..

>>136580
>.... Look I'm gonna take a bath an I want some privacy. I'll see ya later voices.

>>136614
I guess we're gonna be in the dark for a while.

First though I should mention that Nari is probably older than she looks, being a Dark Elf and all. Plus it seems that she doesn't quite 'get' our culture so that bathing together thing could be something rather non-sexual.

THE NEXT DAY Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)00:10 No. 136619 ID: cf68aa
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>Hello again voices. I'm sorry about the other day, I had a sort of a breakown. Seeing my chest suddenly warped like that... It shocked me. I talked with Alex a bit and I feel better now. They're actually kinda fun... She says I need a bra and she'd be glad to help me shop for one but I doubt I'm going to get one.

>We're on our way to the City of Resad. a mostly human city with a thriving shopping district. It also seems to be a haven for low lives as well so I must be on my toes. I also borrowed one of Alex's cloaks so it would be harder for those who know me to recognize me.

>Alex is coming with me but when I asked Nari she said that big human cities throw off her connections with nature. I respect her beliefs and made her enough food for the day. I think she can fend for herself for one day.

>>136619
No you definitely want to get a bra. If you don't you'll get very bad back-pain along with other stuff down the road.

she did a lot for you yesterday, she deserves at the very least a hug and a thank you

>>136619
You should thank Alex some more for not taking advantage of you.
You were completely drunk, and offered to have sex with her, if you don't recall.
However, Alex declined, even though she wanted to, and brought you back to your room without incident.
She did decide to give you a peck on the cheek while you were sleeping, but you suddenly sat up, so it was more than a peck.
After that, she just went off and had a bath before going to bed.

Alexis 2010/02/21(Sun)00:33 No. 136626 ID: cf68aa
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>>136622
>>136623

>... Really? And she didn't do anything?

>"Alex.. Thank you, for everything. You've been a great help to me."

"Aww~ Thanks Cecil :3"

>She is such a great ally.

>>136620
>No no no. I am not gonna wear it. But while we're on the topic of stores Resad has alot of stores and places where I can learn things. How should I spend my day?

>>136626
You should give her a hug and a peck on the cheek as thanks.
You should also thank Nari, if Nari hadn't told Alex where you were, things wouldn't have gone so well.

>>136626
Well, you need something. Going without a bra would be a pain, and could be revealing. Get something.

Instead of a bra, how about just some wraps? It works about as well, and isn't as feminine.

>>136626
Get a couple of more small very sharp and easily concealed knifes. Then buy whatever Alex would need to mix very fast acting and very leathal poison as well as highly corrosive acid.

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)03:52 No. 136660 ID: cf68aa
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>>136643
>>136631

>No. I never wore anything on my chest before and I won't start now. My cloak is sufficient coverage and they seem to be doing fine without that torturous device.

>Now the city is quite far so it may take a w------------------------------------------------

>??? Miss Alexis dropped her stone.

Oh. Hey. We're uh... Cecil's spirit advisors. So, how have you been doing since leaving the settlement?

Trust us, you do NOT want your breasts to be constantly rubbing against the fabric of your shirt, cloak or have at you. They're more sensitive than manly chest.

>>136660
Hello little girl. How are you feeling this day?

>>136660
Hey Nari.
I gotta thank you for telling Alex where to find Cecil yesterday.

Suggestion 2010/02/21(Sun)14:10 No. 136747 ID: cf68aa
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>>136663

>??? My breast?

>>136662
>>136664

>Oh! You guys are like guardian spirits! That's amazing! I've always wanted someone like that! Mister Cecil is so lucky!

>I've been doing great ever since Mister Cecil rescued me from father. They always take such good care of me and Alex really likes me.

>>136747
So how come you spend so much time in your room? Don't you like Cecil and Alex?

>>136747
Alex really likes you? What do you mean?

I guess you could call us guardian spirits, but we're more like advisers.

We're horribly sorry about him leaving you before. We wanted to get Alex to help so we could all get away safely, but it just went so very wrong.
We'll try to find away to fix your eye. We owe you that much.

Also, you probably won't be staying with Cecil much longer. They have something dangerous to do, and they have to do it alone.
We'll do our best to help Cecil through it, and you can stay with Alex meanwhile.

>>136747
...breast? Singular?

>>136747
Apologies about the conversation about bosoms, you picked us up in the middle of a conversation. Pay it no mind.

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)15:03 No. 136761 ID: cf68aa
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>>136749

>No I do like them. It's just my room is safer. No one comes in here.

>>136750
>she just treats me so well ^_^. She always brings me food and tells me stories and even puts me to bed at night. She's really sweet. And she listens to me if I have a bad dream.

>>136751

>Thanks. I'm used to only seeing with one eye though. It's going to be weird looking through two.

>>136761
Hey, what's that tattoo on your neck mean?

>>136761
But do you feel safe with them? If you do then it might be a good idea to contemplate going outside with them some times.

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)15:52 No. 136777 ID: cf68aa
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>>136764
>I do feel safer with them and I would have gone with them to the city but... I really don't like big cities. They're so far from nature it almost hurts to go in them.

>>136762
>Those? The top one represents the spiral of life which all beings must go trhrough. My father put it on me when I was of age.

>The bottom one. Well.. That's the person who I want to be my Partner. But don't tell anyone kay guardians?

>>136777
It's a... C? For Cecil? Aww...

But try to realize, just being saved by someone doesn't necessarily mean they're the right one for you. And especially right now with how Cecil is...

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)16:40 No. 136794 ID: cf68aa
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>>136782

>But he saved me when there was no one. If he hadn't I might have killed myself... He came in there like a knight and rescued me, the princess. Just like in the stories Miss Alex told me. Before I turn 40 I want him to be my Soul Partner.

>And what do you mean 'how he is now'?

>>136794
On a COMPLETELY unrelated note, do you like boys or girls?

He's cursed right now. He can't really... its not our place to say... I mean is having children important to you? You can't as long as Cecil is cursed or even if he accepts his curse. Not to mention you've got some competition with Alex, though she won't entirely admit it or she's not entirely sure about the feelings.

>>136799
Those might not be issues. She seems to get along well with Alex, so sharing might be an option.
Well, it's worth considering, at least.

Nari, would you be able to love both Cecil AND Alex?

>>136814
*sigh* I had hoped we would keep that bit quiet.

Nari, he's not taking his curse very well. His self-esteem is low and he has been losing himself for awhile.
We've manage to help him stabilize his mind, but we haven't figured out anything to do about his body.

At this point the best way for you to help him is to remember that he's a man no matter what the curse does to his body, and treat him like a man.

Please, for the love of your innocence, don't tell anybody about his condition. He's heartbroken about it. And don't do what you did when you told Alex about him asking you to not tell Alex about where he went. That is rather counter-productive to keeping a secret. While it helped us find him and keep him healthy, I don't think embarrassment and sorrow are healthy. So please, don't also say "The voices told me not to say Cecil is cursed to turn into a girl" or any other way to say that.

... including "The voices told me to avoid telling you that the voices told me to keep quiet about Cecil turning into a girl"

>>136829
>>136831
Uh... shit..
What if we all delete our posts?

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)18:24 No. 136878 ID: cf68aa
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>>136799

>I'm not sure.. Children would be nice but if Cecil doesn't want them I'm okay with that.

>>136796
>So long as the feelings are true gender shouldn't be an issue. At least that's what i think.

>>136809
>What do you mean?

>>136829
>>136831
>Cecil hasn't told me anything about his curse... Is he okay?

She goes over to grab some lunch

>>136877
Okay, go ahead and pursue Cecil if you like. Note that he probably won't live as long as you do, though. Dark Elves have a long lifespan don't they?

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)18:38 No. 136895 ID: cf68aa
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>>136879

>unless we're murdered us Dark Elves can live forever. And if Cecil becoms my Soul Partner we'll both be together forever~

>>136895
Who's that red-haired person in the window?

>>136896
I believe that is a painting. It also appears in >>135758

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)18:51 No. 136902 ID: cf68aa
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>>136896

>hmm? I don't know.

Knock Knock

>Hmm? Who could that be?

She goes over and opens her door

"Hey there. You happen to see some cat chick? A lil shorter then me? Says mya a lot."

>Miss Alex?

>>136902
Ask him who he is first. Don't say where she went off to, just that she left and should be back later. Give him a time a bit after you'd expect her to come home.

>>136902
Ask why he's looking.
He may want to hurt her, better to find out if that's the case before telling him anything.

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)19:15 No. 136924 ID: cf68aa
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>>136913
>>136914

>"Uhm... May I ask who you are?"

"Oh! Of course how rude of me. My name is Gawain, captain of the Royal Army. I am was sent to look for powerful magic users to recruit into the Army and was wondering if that girl, her name is Alexis, was around."

>What should I say?

Ahh, it's a boss. A BOSS!

>>136924
"Apologies, but she's not here. Perhaps you can leave a message?"

>>136924
"well... she's a he... or was a he... You may wanna come later. He... She just recently got sex-changed against his... her will. He... She still hasn't gotten over it yet and needs to get used to his... her new body."

You aren't lying, and it makes it clear that she won't be a good choice as of yet. Plus, it gives time to make a decision.

>>136895
Is it possible to have more than one soul partner? Would a three-way binding work?

>>136924
Tell him "No, she's on an important quest, something to do with the fate of the world, I think.
If you tell me why she's needed I can pass it along next time I see her."

>>136931
He's looking for Alex, not Cecil.

Nari 2010/02/21(Sun)19:32 No. 136939 ID: cf68aa
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>>136933

>of course you can. So long as the bond is true you can have any number of people as your soul partner.

>"No, she's on an important quest, something to do with the fate of the world, I think.
If you tell me why she's needed I can pass it along next time I see her."

"Sorry kiddo, no can do. This is top secret stuff. Well thanks anyway. I'll see ya around."

He leaves

>Something about him bothers me.... Guardians I need to take my Midday Nap. Please come by again.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)19:35 No. 136941 ID: cf68aa
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>Oh you're ow back? Please stop ow vanishing like ow that.

>well we've made ow it to the ow city of Resad. It's ow bustling with various ow shops and ow people. Alex is checking out ow the alchemy supplies ow. What should I ow do?

>>136941
Get a goddamn bra, or at least tape 'em up.

>>136941
what's with the ow? Injure yourself? Alex punch you in the arm or something?

>>136941
Why are you saying ow?
Also, Sir Gawain is looking for Alex.

>>136941
Your tits are tiny. There is no way they could bounce enough to hurt you even if you just jumped up and down. Walking would do nothing.

>>136946
Wait... curse might have advanced even more overnight, so they might be larger.

>>136946
Unless they're chafing against her robes.

All right, if you can't find a bra stand or really don't want one, use a more masculine substitute, the ever famous bandage wrap.

>>136941
I would suggest taping them down, Cecil.
It's not even close to as comfortable as a bra and makes breathing more difficult, but it flattens your chest out quite a bit and I think that's what you want.

Oh, and tell Alex we said she left her stone with Nari... and that Nari seems to love it.

>>136941
Whatever you did, you're doing it wrong. If it's tape on tits, what you should use is a larger body bandage to cover things smoothly and softly.

Or just man up and be a damn girl.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)19:58 No. 136960 ID: cf68aa
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>>136950
>Thankfully they haven't grown any larger since the last time but the robe I'm wearing is heavy and they seem to be rather sensitive to scratchy materials. I assume they're more sensitive because they're new...

>As for the ideas of wrapping them up I refuse. Pain is weakness leaving the bidy and this is merely another thing I need to overcome. Besides I.. I just don't want to 'have' to do that.. My chest had been uncovered before my transformation and shall remain so after.

>Now, I currently have twenty gold, a small sum but it is all i posses. What should I buy? I've already purchased some knives on the way here.

>>136960
They're probably always going to be sensitive.

>>136960
Actually you still want to by a bra for combat reasons, as it is now you just need someone to punch in that area and you have a massive problem from jiggling, even if they are small. A bra will greatly reduce that as a problem. Think of it like a jockstrap for sports instead of undergarments I guess.

Aye, you need some support. Fights, hiding your womanlyness, etc.

>>136965
agreed... And they are gonna be sensitive. Realize that they are now something to be covered. I assume most don't go around without underwear. At least get the bra to keep your boobs from being a liability

He's a magician, why would he need to punch people?

>>136976
Someone else punching them, duh.

>>136980
Ah, that's a valid point.

...perhaps, if you're not willing to get a bra, a padded vest?

>>136960
If you can get a light and soft undershirt to put on, it may help much with the discomfort. Putting up with it will just get you sore and uncomfortable, not to mention always being reminded that they're there.

Besides that, what adventuring gear do you currently need? Small and useful things can go a long way in a tight spot.

They have anything like a sports bra? Its basically like a smaller shirt that supports them.

Since when does making your tits incredibly uncomfortable make you stronger?

>>136990
"I DEFLECT THE ARROWS WITH MY IRON-HARD CALLOUSED NIPPLES"

>>136960
First tell Alex about the stone. It's pretty important to her, and she doesn't need the stress from suddenly noticing it's missing.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)20:48 No. 137001 ID: cf68aa
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>For the last time i'm not getting a bra or anything!

>....

>Though.. It would benefit me later.. And this scratchy feeling is getting annoying... Maybe just one. You know, so they don't get in the way of fighting.

>I'm certain they sell some around here.

>>137001
Who's the guy with the hat?

Just get some goddamn bandages. Old school and manly I think.

>>137001
I'm telling you, a soft enough shirt will do the job. But if everything is scratchy and tough here you may be out of luck.

>>137001

Make sure it is frilly and has cute patterns on it, like hearts or strawberries or teddybears or teddybears eating strawberries on top of hearts.

>>137002
On that topic, why don't you have a hat like that?

>>137006
I have to agree. This will ensure maximum combat effectiveness.

>>137001
Ask Alex. She obviously has experience with this kind of thing, and we can assure you she will leap at the chance.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)21:09 No. 137014 ID: cf68aa
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>>137006

>Ooh! And pink! Maybe some lace around it.

>>137011
>Right. Oh! there she is!

>"Alex! Alex! I need a bra!"

"Mya!? I-I thought you didn't want one?"

>"Well you know I thought about it and I figured it'd be right to have one. I mean, it's one of those things girls wear right?"

"I.. I suppose. Uhm, what kind do you want?"

>>137014
"Whatever is most comfortable. And... that you think looks good."

She likes dress up, and she's been a good friend so let her have that much.

Something comfortable that you can fight in, obviously.
Also, since you're not exactly familiar with how they work, you want one that's simple to use. Either a sports bra or one with a clasp in front.

Naturally you should leave everything else up to her. She knows what she's doing you trust her judgement.

>>137014

Wow on/off. Better to get a soft shirt for scratchiness anyway. Yes it's possible to have insensitive breasts, not a pleasant or easy thing to accomplish though. Bra is for support, generally only needed if they flop around too much. That and for beautiful pink lace!

>>137014

Ensure this bra has straps that will slide down at inopportune and/or embarrassing moments.

>>137025
This is a must, you should also take to wearing sleeveless shirts.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)21:30 No. 137031 ID: cf68aa
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>>137020

>I agree ^_^

>>137015

>"Whatever is most comfortable. And... that you think looks good."

She blushes and takes her to a lingerine store. Together they browse for a good sports bra. Alex goes with Cecil into the changing room to make sure he puts it one right

>Wow, this feels soo much better and more comfortable. I don't know why i didn't want one. And look, they're pink! No frills but they're pretty comfortable.

>It'll cost me about 2 gold but I think it's worth it.

Be careful Cecil, you might head down the dangerous road of looking at yourself in the mirror and asking "Would you fuck me?" start putting on lipstick and replying "I'd fuck me"

>>137031
Huh. Are you sure the orb is working correctly?

>>137031
Well, it is quit obvious that Alex has appreciated this.

I'm, uh. Not sure Pink's the best idea here. Your call, though.

You should thank Alex for her help.
A hug and a kiss on the cheek should do just fine.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)21:48 No. 137049 ID: cf68aa
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>>137040

>Hmm... Maybe blue?

>>137034
>It should be, I have it right........

>Fuck.... FUCK! I lost it!

>"Alex! I lost the orb!"

"Mya!? But Cecil that was my only one!"

>Without it I'm gonna...! Gods damn it! Why the hell else would I ever wanna wear this stupid thing!? Fuck! How much more of my mind has already been warped!?

>>137047
Find that guy with the black hat. You started to act differently just after I noticed him.

>>137052
Take his hat as punishment.
Then stab him in the throat.
The hat is the main punishment.

Suggestion 2010/02/21(Sun)22:23 No. 137080 ID: 701a19
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>>137049
You're wearing it because it's a good idea, orb or no.

Your opinion shifted as a person walked past you. Hold on, we are attempting to plant his image in your mind - can you see it?

Should we attempt to force our viewpoint to the orb?

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)22:40 No. 137086 ID: cf68aa
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>>137052
>Right! I saw that hat! He can't be far!

>"Alex I gotta go! Please pay for this!"

"Mya!?"

He runs out of the store

>Damn.. what did he look like?

>>137080

>Oh, right.

He continues running around. He spots him in the distance

>"Hey you! With the hat!"

>>137052

Damn the man in the black hat must have taken it. Now you're losing that delightfully anguished awkward tension that we depend on for our entertainment! You better go get that orb right away!

Er um, I mean, I bet it'll totally make you feel, uh, better, yeah. Go find the hat man.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)22:42 No. 137089 ID: cf68aa
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>>137086

"oy! It's not Hat it's R.J.! An wha the 'ell do you want huh?"

>>137086

Wrong hat, Princess Charmless!

It was totally a bowler, not a top hat.

>>137086

They look awfully similar, but I'm a bit leery about the hat's shape. This might not be the right person, but you should certainly question them.

[Attempt to switch our focus to the orb, with a view that's facing it from about 1.2m away with Cecil being directly behind the orb relative to our view.]

>>137089

The hat is not symmetrical. It curves in one direction.
Tell him that somebody stole a cursed artifact in your charge, and you need to get it back before "it" gets loose.

>>137094

>> somebody stole a cursed artifact in your charge, and you need to get it back before "it" gets loose.

This.

Wait:

"You look important. Listen, you need to evacuate the town. I've been charged with carrying a Lich's phylactery, and it managed to escape from me. If it convinces anybody to pick it up then the Lich will take possess them and unleash unspeakable horrors. It's a small crystal orb. Warn EVERYBODY to resist touching it and get the guards to search people as they flee!"

>>137089
Root him to the ground and then ask for your magic trinket back. If you just ask he is going to run away and you will have to chase him and then fight him and all sorts of shit. Just root his ass down and then ask.

>>137089
Just Seal him and search him.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)23:35 No. 137108 ID: cf68aa
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>>137093

[View can only be changed from Cecil to the stone Alexis made. The Orb simply surpresses Cecil's more girly nature.]

>>137094
>"I apologize. You see somebody stole a cursed artifact in my charge, and I need to get it back before "it" gets loose."

"C-C-Cursed? Wha, wha's it thas in this cursed fing?"

>"It is a Lich's phylactery, and it managed to escape from me. If it convinces anybody to pick it up then the Lich will take possess them and unleash unspeakable horrors. It's a small crystal orb. Warn EVERYBODY to resist touching it and get the guards to search people as they flee!"

"WHA!? B-But...! Uhmm.. I 'appened to pick up this fing! What do I do!?"

>>137108
He actually fell for it. Man what a sucker. Ask him to just return it to you. You have the proper spells in place to render it harmless to you and you were on your way to the place where it will be stored.

You must give it to me, I've been sanctified by a priest so the phylactery won't affect me. Once it's back in my hands, the magic will be sealed, and you'll be free to go. But if the phylactery breaks, then you and I will both die.

>>137110
>>137112
Guys, don't let on to him that we know he has it. Good suggestions, but just take out the 'You must give it back' parts.

Cecil 2010/02/21(Sun)23:48 No. 137115 ID: cf68aa
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>>137112

>"If you still have it you must give it to me, I've been sanctified by a priest so the phylactery won't affect me. Once it's back in my hands, the magic will be sealed, and you'll be free to go. But if the phylactery breaks, then you and I will both die."

"T-Take it! I didn' want the bloody thing anyway!"

He shoves the orb back into Cecil's hands then runs off.

>... I wish my fight against Dart had been as easy...

>The orb is back in my hands but I 'was' seperated from it. Shoujen has rooted itself even further into me...

>I must try to see how much of me has changed but right now I need supplies for my future battle against Dart.

>>137115
Well. How do you feel about wearing a bra or chestwrap now?

Well, best head back to the shop. Pay Alexis back for her paying for the bra for you, maybe finish shopping (I don't care if you possibly no longer want to now that you have the orb back, a bra is just practical.) ...On that note, I think you should get your cloak back on if you have it right now.

...Wait. That -is- the right orb, right? He didn't switch it out or do anything to it?

>>137115
Time to look into the wonderful world of magical surgery. You need a way to graft that orb into your body. That way you make sure that you won't just drop it and forget it or that someone will steal it.

Can you do combination spells by the way? If you can focus a small beam of water at very high pressure you can cut through solid steel without any big problems. Or pretty much the same thing but with air, it won't cut through steel but you can use it against someones head and it should knock out a pieace of bone and send it rattling around in their skull and liquify their brain.

Anyway, you have already bought knives, a bra, Alex has her alechemy stuff. Then lets go see what spells they're selling here.

Cecil 2010/02/22(Mon)00:17 No. 137126 ID: cf68aa
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>>137117

>that's the thing. I 'like' it now. It feels normal. This disturbs me... I don't know how much of 'me' is still left.

He puts the cloak back on

>And now it feels weird to walk around half dressed...

>>137120
>Remind me to ask Alex that. She may know if I can make the orb smaller and easier to transplant.

>Now for some new spells.

He goes to a nearby magic shop.

"Welcome stranger. What can I do ya for?"

>Decision time. Each spell costs about 4 gold, which types should I master?

>>137126
Personally I have always liked air magic. But that's because I love throwing around lightning bolts. That and using wind to cut shit up. So I'm all for a bit of more air magic.

Is there also arcane grip kinds of magic? Like picking stuff up and tossing it around. Because if there is you should pick up some of that as well.

Antimage magic. Breach, dispel magic, true seeing... these kinds of things.

>>137126
I'm going to guess this shop, being public, isn't a source of rare, powerful spells...

But see if there are any spells that deliberately target a person's Mana. If Dart has power beyond normal means, it could be exploited, though he likely has protection.

What are our options here, exactly?

I think the most important thing we can get is a spell we can use instantly to get some distance from a close-ranged attacker.

Yeah, get the fastest thing you can use to make distance between you and an attacker.

Right now we need to focus on utility more than fighting.
What kind of HEALING spells are available?

So when you fully transformed, would that make you into Dart's trap-whore or something?

>>137224
No, we got confirmation that Cecil's 'manhood' was the first to go. There's nothing trappy about him.

Cecil 2010/02/22(Mon)12:13 No. 137266 ID: e9a4f7
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>"What type of spells do you have to offer?"

"Stranger, we at the I Shop pride ourselves in being able to provide anything and everything for our patrons. If we don't have it it doesn't exist. Now, as for spells we have almost all of them but please be more specific on the type you want or you may have to wait a very very long time for a full list."

>>137208
>"What healing spells do you have?"

"We have Cure All, a more potent form of Heal which can even cure things like burns or stone and Zeroon. That last one's a instant revive but it'll cost ya 18 gold pieces."

>"How about wind?"

"We have things like Aer which is essentially wind manipulation. It'll allow you to lift light objects. We also have more combat heavy spells like Gust and Tornado. Enemy getting a little close for comfort? Wind Walk will give you the boost you need and if you really wanna blast him away Sephram's Gale will tear apart anything for only the small price of G 20."

>"How about Anit Mage magic?"

"Hmm... That's a bit tougher stranger. We have the spell Rune Thought which forces the person it is cast on to cast only basic level spells. We also have Mana Drain and Dispell to get rid of illusions."

>>137266
So it's four gold per basic spell and you have 18 left right?

I would suggest Aer, wind walk, gust, heal all and mana drain. That should come to 16 gold and give you a nice mix of versatility.

>>137266
I'd say Rune Thought, Cure All, Wind Walk, and Mana Drain. Costs 16, and kits you out to be more versatile.
As far as I can tell, you're pretty well set in terms of offensive, but not so well against fast opponents, so Wind Walk is pretty needed. Rune thought to keep Dart from doing anything that'll speed up the curse, or anyone else, for that matter. Mana Drain is generally useful if we need to fight another mage. Cure All is useful for obvious reasons.

Cecil 2010/02/22(Mon)14:07 No. 137335 ID: e9a4f7
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>>137286
>>137302

>I had actually considered those as well. Before I make a decision I should see what else he has.

>"What about fire magic?"

"Stranger, we at the I shop have EVERYTHING. Fire magic is not an exception. In stock we currently posses Fire, Eat Firen which grants health after eating flames and torch which provides one with a smalll portable flame that cannot be put out."

>"Anything for illusions?"

"We have the spell Illusion and Greater Illusion with the latter costing 5 gold but being a bit more.... Reliable."

>"Any magical objects I may require?"

"We have here some cloaks for resisting magic. We can custom fit them for you miss."

>"...... Thanks."

>Damned shoujen....

>...!

>"Do you.... Carry Dark Mana spells?"

The man smiles

"Stranger, stranger. We at the I shop pride ourselves at getting anything our patrons may want. We may have such spells is stock if you're interested"

>>137335
...Be careful here buddy. Inquire about something that can undo a dark mana curse. Beware this may end up being more than you can currently afford.

>>137335
Ohnononono. We are not fighting evil with more evil. That leads to the dark side, man.

>>137335
Let's avoid Dark Mana stuff for now. Although it's silly to think of it as evil. Spells are just tools, they cannot be evil. For something to be evil there has to be intent behind it.

I still stand by my earlier suggestion of Aer, wind walk, gust, heal all and mana drain. I can accept others being left out but I really feel you should have Aer, the ability to manipulate things from afar can be used for all sorts of stuff.

Mneme!CRITTerXzI 2010/02/22(Mon)15:01 No. 137358 ID: a85626
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>>137126

What do you mean now? You always walked around with a cloak on before.

>>137350

Naw, the dark side is awesome, man. Fight fire with fire. If you can't stop using Dark Mana after the guy who actually wants to use it is dead, then just kill yourself. Easy!

On the other hand if Dart is using Dark Mana against his own will, you might have trouble justifying doing it yourself. I doubt he's a helpless pawn of his own spells though.

Unless I'm misunderstanding how this works, dark mana simply overpowers anything less than it. Beating this curse can't be done with any other magic.

As for using it to defeat Dart... we'll do what we must I suppose. Better as a tool and a defense than a weapon. Whatever the protective uses of dark mana, we should look into it.

...

Is it just me, or does this mans grin look disturbingly similar to Dart's?

>>137358
If I recall, the difference is that Dark Mana is powered by SOULS, and one of the reasons Dart cursed Cecil is so that Dart can use his soul for casting more powerful spells.
Needless to say, this is not something that Cecil should consider using.

Ask him about canceling or reversing Dark Mana curses and spells. While the world would benefit from ending Dart, WE are primarily concerned with the well-being of Cecil and friends.

>>137365
I know the costs of using the spells can be vile and destructive, but as a one time casting or in the form of an item that can perhaps be limited. It's not always souls, but I'm sure that would have stronger effects. If we could break the curse by consuming the energy of a tree or something I don't see the problem.

I don't suppose there could be a dark mana based item or spell that both protects and feeds off of against dark mana effects? Or some other workaround? There has to be a non evil way to go about this.