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dyneamite ([personal profile] dyneamite) wrote2022-09-05 04:43 am

Amani IC inbox



Hello! I am Melody the canary. If you're looking for Zidane, you can leave a message with me and I'll be sure to deliver it!
rhapscdos: (bored)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-11-03 07:30 am (UTC)(link)
Ah, you must be Zidane. I think it's really about time we met, though I'm sure Kuja has done some introductions of me on his own.

[Attached are coordinates to the Villa.]

Drop by when you get the chance, won't you?
rhapscdos: (heh bitch i lived)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-11-03 10:23 am (UTC)(link)
Genesis is immediately reminded of the fact Zidane is so very, very short. Sure, he's known that. He's seen it, in fact. In Kuja's memories of another world, and yet it's much more amusing when they're so close (and also not trapped in Kuja's nightmares).

"Indeed. Genesis Rhapsodos," he confirms, inclining his head courteously without giving away the commentary in his head. Besides that little detail, he really is glad to be meeting somebody so important in Kuja's life. While it may be foolish to hold out for the dead here, Genesis has had that hope reaffirmed with Angeal and Lazard's arrival. So he's quietly been hoping for this sort of kindness to land in Kuja's lap as well. His dear mate needs friends.

"The pleasure is mine," Genesis says as takes Zidane's hand to shake before stepping aside to gesture him in. "Please, don't be a stranger. The parlor is lovely to sit and chat in, or the gardens as well."
rhapscdos: (curious headtilt)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-11-13 04:30 am (UTC)(link)
Genesis is a little fond of the gardens; one can see the curved boughs of the banora whites from them after all. So he keeps walking to them and presumes Zidane will follow as he chatters on.

"I had it created this way to spoil my mates, so it is simply the least Kuja deserves. Though I am curious, does it live up to his standards of lavish if you've seen his previous abode? I'd hate to maintain second best."
rhapscdos: (ur srs?)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-12-05 07:41 am (UTC)(link)
Genesis leans his chin on his knuckles, overthinking the vivid description Zidane gives him. Enough so that he murmurs, ”puzzles? under his breath. That’s so over-the-top even Genesis hadn’t considered the idea of integrating it into the Villa.

“No, never simple. I do so love that about him,” he says, but still seems distracted. Looking around the beautiful home, it suddenly feels... lacking. He’s not sure how something as grandiose, something Genesis conjured from his own imagination could feel in such a way, but now he wonders.

And if Zidane’s fantastic way of describing the elaborate booby traps as part of a home is strange, well, Genesis doesn’t comment. If anything, he now worries if this isn’t enough for Kuja, and voices that.

“Would you say then that this,” and he gestures broadly to the grand spaces of the Villa, “is perhaps insufficient for him then?”
rhapscdos: (awkward)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-12-06 06:37 am (UTC)(link)
"Even if he did, I think I'd be more than a match for anyone that dared come after him. Far more effective than any puzzle, that much is certain." Genesis sets a hand on his hip, looking almost put out about the idea that he worried, but if he's honest with himself, it's a relief.

Still, he leads Zidane to the gardens without pause, and finds himself settling as he looks out over the vast space that flows endlessly with flowers and foliage and beautifully laid cobblestone paths. Surely this is much nicer than any dungeon or ridiculous staircase.

Genesis laughs low at the fondness in Zidane's voice, quiet sure he immediately understands the appeal Kuja found in this odd fellow. Bright and bold and magnanimous.

"Mm," he makes a soft sound in his throat, and follows the other's gaze out to the Banora White orchard. "They're apple trees; a unique breed found only in my hometown back in our world. They grow naturally in arches, and bear fruit at random times throughout the year." Stepping ahead, Genesis motions for Zidane to join as he walks towards them. "Each tree seems to have a mind of its own, so with enough of them, you can always have a supply of the fruits year round. Convenient, in some ways, infuriating in others. But I am fond of them all the same. Come, you should try some. It's by far and wide the best nature has to offer."
rhapscdos: (Wings)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-12-18 09:30 am (UTC)(link)
"I am well aware of his capabilities. I am also aware of my own, and even on the caliber I or he operates, there are still dangers in this world that can do significant harm. I will not risk losing him again." Genesis' tone turns from something akin to idle worry to an immediate ferocity, like a knight's vow of protection. His mind couldn't really help but drift back to The End, to watching Kuja's life nearly slip through his fingers. How it had drawn a power out of him even Genesis hadn't recognized before in the grief it left.

Genesis draws in a deep breath, and shakes his head.

"Pardon," he apologizes briefly, and reaches up to the bowed branches to pluck one of the apples. "I do not mean to imply he can't defend himself. I simply feel as though he should never have to again while I draw breath."

Turning, he hands the apple to Zidane, and lets his expression mellow as looks fondly upon the fruit. Leave it to these ridiculous apples to make him feel better.

"But you're right, the gardens are very romantic, and maintained by my dearest Angeal. I don't hesitate to come out here whenever my heart desires, though I hadn't exactly considered the financials to it. I've always left that sort of thinking to him. You're welcome to any of the blooms here, if that is your concern though."
rhapscdos: (corrupted by)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2022-12-30 03:41 pm (UTC)(link)
Genesis narrows his eyes, leveling a leer at the absolutely atrocious way Zidane eats. He shakes his head in displeasure.

"At least swallow what you have in your mouth before speaking again. Terrible..." Sighing, he looks back to the apples, and tilts his head some. "We often canned them, at first. Later, I invented a machine specifically for juicing them for much easier storage and mass production. They even built a factory along the outskirts of town. It became really the only export we had."

Is he avoiding the topic of The Dead End? Maybe. But he knows he can't dodge it forever. So after a moment, he glances back to Zidane.

"The best way I can explain this is as such: Months ago, a sound beckoned everyone into a kind of portal that took us to what seemed like another world. There were fantastic beasts and a festival being held, where wishes seemed to come true. What we didn't know was that the residents of that world, the yokai, wished for their world to end... and so it did. The sky erupted into fire, and the earth split beneath our feet. Those that resisted were attacked by the yokai, and many of us were injured or killed again. Kuja and I were attempting to escape together. The sky, raining fire, struck Kuja with a meteor before I could reach him. I... I don't rightly know how he could have survived, but he did. But barely. Had I not carried him home in my arms, doing everything I could to heal him with my magic... I don't think he'd have made it. I spent everything of myself healing him from then on. But I very nearly lost him. So yes, there are real dangers here, and they will not spare anyone that carelessly remains ill-prepared for them."
rhapscdos: (torment)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2023-01-15 12:22 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, how he would have loved the idea of being of noble birth. Some fairytale prince instead of being a backwater town boy. He's got half a mind to play along with that, but abstains, and shakes his head.

"Far from it. I was born in a rural town to unknown parents. My lineage is as lowborn as it comes, sadly. I simply have a decent manners." That aside, Genesis can only slump his shoulders in response to Zidane's outrage. If he knew the answers, it would be easier certainly. It would eliminate the creeping dread and anxiety that scratches at the back of his mind more and more these days. An enemy they don't, can't, understand is deadly.

When Zidane says his name, and lays a hand on him, Genesis makes a soft noise in the back of his throat. For a moment, he's quiet, gaze a little distant like he's thinking. But then his expression softens again, and he nods.

"I appreciate that. It was quite harrowing the first time, when I could not be there or strong enough to protect the people that needed me most. Now that list has expanded further, and I feel hardly any more prepared for their fates should I fail again. I welcome all the help I can get."

rhapscdos: (One is captured)

[personal profile] rhapscdos 2023-02-21 11:21 am (UTC)(link)
"Perhaps in practice, yes. But the fantasy of it all is appealing in a way. Born a somebody feels like a fancicul dream, even if I've enjoyed the steps to make it on my own." Genesis waves his hand dismissively. It's a childish fantasy from a long time ago, even if it still quietly fascinates him.

What's more important is that promise. He knows Zidane likely hasn't any idea quite how seriously and earnestly Genesis takes promises, but it hardly matters. It's impossible not to feel the determination radiating off Zidane like sunshine.

"So we shall, little sunbeam. I will hold you to it."
keybladings: (🗝 scorned)

text; un: friendshipispower (a bit backdated, nearer the carnival)

[personal profile] keybladings 2022-12-26 06:48 am (UTC)(link)
Hi, Zidane. [a beat between messages before he decides to add:] It's me, Sora, since the name they put on this thing doesn't say that.

Sorry, it's so late, but I couldn't sleep and needed someone to talk to.
keybladings: (🗝 downcast)

[personal profile] keybladings 2022-12-29 05:00 am (UTC)(link)
[aw man, he was really hoping he wouldn't wake zidane up... good thing he didn't mention anything about it though, huh? sora can't feel bad – worse, let's be real – if he hasn't got a clue his message disturbed zidane's sleep.

although, if he did, he'd be smiling either way at zidane agreeing with what his username thing says.
] Great! Maybe it's not such a bad name after all.

Oh, you want me to call you? Sure, yeah, I don't mind doing that either.
[evidently, considering it's only a couple seconds between messages before zidane's dtf should be receiving a call.]
keybladings: (28)

[personal profile] keybladings 2023-01-02 03:00 am (UTC)(link)
[bless, it's honestly just for the best— unless zidane wants to tell and then reassure him later? but that seems counter-productive when sora's already calling him to talk about nightmares.

his dtf has reshaped itself into something more phone-like, propped between his shoulder and head while he's stretched out.
] Well... I had this weird dream? And it may sound silly, but, [he pauses, his voice lowers, then he continues with some clear bashfulness in his tone,] I'm a little afraid of what might be in the dark now.
keybladings: (32)

I LIKE MATCHY-MATCHY ICONS i scream dumbly to myself ohrghrgh

[personal profile] keybladings 2023-01-03 06:45 am (UTC)(link)
[most times, he's avoided having bad dreams despite the wild adventures he's gone on, but there's something about this one sora can't seem to shake and every time he closes his eyes, he sees the same thing flash through his mind over and over again.

naturally, zidane offering to come over has him sitting bolt upright too, his eyes suddenly open far too wide.
] You wouldn't mind keeping me company? I mean, I would like to see you again...
keybladings: (nEQrdxN)

♥ it's too cute!!

[personal profile] keybladings 2023-01-06 04:45 am (UTC)(link)
[look, sometimes he can just say things without thinking, and he imagined this was a moment it would be okay to freely admit that he enjoys zidane's company. they're being truthful at the moment, aren't they? and that's the reality of the situation: he'd like zidane to come see him if it isn't any trouble.]

Okay, [he sighs softly, though there's a clear smile in his voice when he continues,] we can stay on the phone if you're able to multitask, but if not, hanging up is fine too. I don't want to distract you on your way here.

[however, selfishly, sora does want him to stay on the line while he makes his way over and— let's go, buddy. he makes a face, readying to ask if it's important to make a decision now, but the chocobo's cry comes faster than he can form words, prompting him to grin wider. of course he's talking to his animal and not him... that'd be silly.]

We'll meet at the door so I can let you in.
keybladings: (3)

IT'S OKAY FRIEND sometimes these things happen

[personal profile] keybladings 2023-03-06 12:45 am (UTC)(link)
[well good, because sora's happy to tell him how much he does, any time it's needed.]

Choco... that's a cute name. I'll stay on the line then, just in case. [just in case what? he doesn't know, but it feels safer knowing he isn't totally alone at the moment. (technically, he isn't ‘alone’, in the sense, but he is by himself in this room and that's enough for him!) keeping zidane on the phone, even for a little bit longer, is better than sitting in silence for that same amount of time.

unfortunately, he doesn't have a flashlight, though the mention of being able to ask his dtf for one has him wondering,
] What, do I just. Ask it to make a flashlight? Can it turn into one? There's also the overhead light, but that requires getting out of bed.
keybladings: (12)

wasdfhjgd HAHA alrighty then!! still a good choice

[personal profile] keybladings 2023-03-15 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
[and if that's his secret master plan? what then, zidane???]

A moogle, huh? [he knows what those are, so yes, it absolutely makes sense why the chocobo's name would be ‘choco’, even if this one's name is ‘bo’. (it might be cheating in the sense it's also in the creature's name, but at least it's slightly different?)] Bo is a great name too. Definitely better than ‘Kupo’, haha!

No, it's like... a handheld light? Maybe I can show you on the network once you get here. [a beat of contemplation, followed by an ohhh! and:] Good idea. Okay, hang on, [accompanied with some quick scuffling sounds, a quiet click, then a barely audible sigh of relief as the dtf returns to sora.] Whew, that's better! As for what my DTF is, it's... uh, something called a ‘Heartless’, creatures that are physical, living manifestations of the darkness within people's hearts.
hythlodaeus: (134)

Action

[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 05:20 am (UTC)(link)
[Whatever Zidane is doing is interrupted by Hythlodaeus teleporting onto the deck of his ship. He quickly looks around, orienting himself and finding Zidane by soul sight.]

Zidane, Zidane! You’ve got to hide me.
hythlodaeus: (176)

[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
I fear I might have gone a touch too far with Emet-Selch this time. I was just having a bit of fun, but…

[ He looks back at the chat between them, tilting his head side-to-side. ]

I mean. It is still pretty funny… And this isn’t anything I would have ever done back home…
hythlodaeus: (162)

[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 05:46 am (UTC)(link)
[ Hythlodaeus lightly bites the tip of his index finger as Zidane reads it. He agrees that it is hilarious! But the breech of personal information… Well. ]

Wait, what are you saying to him?
hythlodaeus: (169)

[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 05:53 am (UTC)(link)
[ Well. Any self-conscious worry is now totally paved over with Zidane’s unilateral approval and participation in the bullying.]

Goodness me! You’re worse than I am, maybe.
hythlodaeus: (175)

[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 06:03 am (UTC)(link)
I sort of figured that it was only a matter of time before all of that was well known… Considering this place. And it’s not my fault that he literally enjoys the public humiliation. If I know him well, and I do, he’s surely marinating in it right now.

[ He crosses his arms and sighs, chuckling to himself about the shenanigans. ]

He should be thanking me. Think of all of the wonderful encounters he’ll collect from that alone!
hythlodaeus: (160)

[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 06:13 am (UTC)(link)
[ Hythlodaeus laughs again, nearly doubled over. ]

Oh, he really is! It is true, I’m sure this will end in some sort of bedroom demonstration of the listed items. I’ll just give him a couple hours to stew and simmer down.
untsundered: (147)

[personal profile] untsundered 2023-03-02 06:26 am (UTC)(link)
[A few hours Hythlodaeus says, get them out of here Zidane says, but the sudden creak of wood then the far more sudden sound of it breaking as a giant claw arm burst through to grab Hythlodaeus would suggest otherwise. The grip is tight, perhaps almost too tight, but that doesn't matter. Hythlodaeus is given the courtesy of looking at Zidane for a mere half moment before he's pulled through the wreckage and made to face the four glowing eyes of Hades as he stares him down fully transformed.

He does not usually transform unless it is exceedingly necessarily. However, Hythlodaeus has made this quite the exception. Despite being nearly 30 feet tall, his voice is as nasally as ever when he speaks, but boy does his voice ring out.]


Did you truly believe I would not find you on Zidane's pitiful toy boat? First you humiliate me, then you insult me?! Not that it matters, you will not be getting away.

[Sorry Zidane, but he is not in the mood to acknowledge anyone but Hythlodaeus at the moment.]
Edited 2023-03-02 06:28 (UTC)
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[personal profile] hythlodaeus 2023-03-02 06:34 am (UTC)(link)
[ Shrinking down suddenly feels like it was a mistake. He had never been in him claw with this sort of white hot anger bearing down on him before. Silly him, he thought maybe he could get away with a little more considering everything. But it wasn’t like Emet-Selch would ever really hurt him! Right! Right!?]

[Hythlodaeus’ air expends much more quickly with the squeezing, giving him a wheezy quality to his voice. ]


Good afternoon, Hades… My dearest love.

[He’s about to offer more buttering, but he’s gotta take another big breath.]
untsundered: (180)

[personal profile] untsundered 2023-03-02 06:56 am (UTC)(link)
Oh, that is quite enough of that.

[With the wave of his more human looking arm, Hythlodaeus will find himself unable to speak. Not because of a lack of breath, but because he's been silenced. Looking to Zidane's airship and the damage he's done to it, he cannot give even the slightest bit of a shit. Not when he's this incensed by what Hythlodaeus has done. Choosing not to give Zidane the chance to follow them, teleportation magic roils around them, a dark portal absorbing them both in an instant, leaving nothing behind.

RIP Hythlodaeus.]