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[blessedthy]

[It took a few days, but Kirei managed to find the information he was looking for - but that doesn't explain why he was covered in snow, nor the nasty looking cut on his cheek]

That woman spoke the truth: there is no way out. No entries or exits, with the parameter closed in. The residents supplied information about three gates in the North, South-West and South-East area, but only of warnings and vague descriptions. The residents themselves see nothing wrong, nor do they seem to notice the state of this world.

[...though if one is to look closely, the tell-tales sign of a frown are beginning to form.]

To what extent do these “gods” need us to achieve their goals...

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video; WOW HE STATED THE OBVIOUS GOOD GOING

[gandere]

[ Wow, so it's that dude that ~*SPOILERS*~!!! There's silence for a suitable amount of time as Rin studies his features, taking in every single detail as though it were a reminder of the past. That's what he was truly - a physical, breathing manifestation of events that occurred well over ten years ago.

Her instinctual opinion of him wasn't too far off from the truth leaving her only to question how attuned she was as a child to the intent of others. It may have been based off of petty envy towards a man who stood so close to her father and it was due to that she dismissed it when he adopted a more prominent role in her life.

The years only made her wiser and when dealing with a man like Kirei Kotomine, she's willing to exercise some caution. So instead of screeching at him for events he's yet to encounter in his life, she'll grant him the look of one terribly uninterested in his findings. ]

A lot of help that is, Kirei. [ There's an edge of mockery in her voice. ] Is that all you've managed to discover during your captivity here?

AND APPARENTLY RIN LEARNED HOW TO TL;DR FROM HIM

[blessedthy]

[The voice might be a little bit...deeper, but if Kirei had doubts that this wasn't Rin, than the sight of familiar pigtails and blue eyes queled that]

Rin. Still a Tohsaka no matter which age you are, I see. [he doesn't look all that surpised that Rin is older. maybe being transported to a different world might have something to do with it] How are you adjusting to this world?

ALL OF THOSE DAYS OF HIM HEMMING HER SKIRT AND PLAYING NOT!MOM...

[gandere]

[ While it bothers her immensely to hear him speak her family name, she manages to mind her tongue with the topic. ]

Concerned for my well-being still, are you? [ She has little knowledge of where he's currently from - as far as she knows, at his current 'age', he's her legal guardian. ] This place isn't all too bad. It could use some improvements in decor, the food isn't all that great, the people here are... [ A pause.

Because she can go on forever in this manner. ] Never mind all of that though. Do you want to explain the obvious flaw between the two of us?

DON'T FORGET THE MAPO TOFU HE COOKED FOR YOU

[blessedthy]

Other than you growing up into a fine young woman? I'm sure my master and your mother are proud of that. [[Despite being a bit older, Rin's attitude is the one thing he expected that would never change. He would smile, if just to see her reaction, but such trivialities have to be overlooked for now – like how to go back to their worlds, for one.] The last I saw of you, you and your mother were heading to your grandfather’s house.

AND THAT CAT HE PROMISED SHE COULD HAVE IF SHE GOT GOOD GRADES... she never got it though :(

[gandere]

That's the last you remember?

[ While she was expecting him to not outright say it, there was a bit of hope in her mind that maybe in his youth his lips were a little more loose. Like his sex drive. ]

No, they can't be proud. Regardless, we should figure out everything about this place soon.

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[oikoumene.livejournal.com]

Well, that's the mystery, isn't it? Though you seem to have gotten your bearings quite well! Better than myself, even!

whelp video forever

[blessedthy]

[It's no surprise that Rider would greet him, after what he's seen of the man in network already - though the fact that Rider is unaware on who he is can be both a blessing and a curse, as he can hide his identity but cannot say anything about the Holy Grail war. If worse comes to worse, he won't hesitate to announce his identity.]

I doubt that would be the case, as we are all in the same predicament. The area itself takes time to get used to. [his frown deepens] Have you talked to your patron god since you arrived?

[oikoumene.livejournal.com]

It does indeed! Especially with the strange lack of color... In honesty, I have found that takes more getting used to than the layout of the place! That much is fairly straightforward.

But yes! I have spoken to that Thor fellow, though only briefly.

he probably gave it to the Shinji or something

[blessedthy]

...the people lack faces as well. [though he won't say it, the maid unnerved him somewhat]

Thor then? [he gives Rider a look over, despite witnessing the Servant's battle prowess] It seems fitting for you. Did he mention anything in particular?

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[entreats]

You would say if they were truly gods, they wouldn't need our help to start with, right? What would there be that they couldn't just do themselves?

[ a slight sigh. ] It's likely they are just impostors with some powerful technology to bring us all here or something.

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[blessedthy]

Then that would lead to the question of what these impostors want with us in the first place, leading back to the question of why. [he doesn't look phased at the suggestion - he's seen stranger things, after all] Gods or impostors, they still managed to take us and put us here.

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[entreats]

That's true. No matter whether it was magic, technology or something else entirely, getting all these people in this place must have been a lot of effort. It can't just have been some whim of theirs, there must be some purpose.

Even though it wouldn't surprise me if said purpose ended up being something really lame.

[HAHA SORRY THIS TOOK AWHILE )8 I DERPED OFF]

[blessedthy]

Are you speaking from personal experience?

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[pinktintedgamon]

Wouldn't the better question be why we were placed in these various houses? Or.. perhaps what this division of strength is really intended for?

[Raikou shrugs, chin propped lightly on his knuckles as he watches this man with somber russet eyes.]

It could just be me, but it might be time to look past the obvious surface to figure out the layer of purpose that no undoubtedly lay underneath.

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[blessedthy]

[the boy brought up a good point - however, no matter what Kirei feels on the issue, his foremost goal is to get out of Asgard] I pray that none of us would stay here long enough to find out then. All gods can be...fickle.

Sorry for the laaaate! Off Hiatus now though~

[pinktintedgamon]

Ah... well, I've never seen prayer alter the events of the world with my own gods, so forgive me if I don't hold my breath with foreign ones.

[He gives this man a curious look, calm and steady yet with a hint of challenge.]

So, I guess the real question is... how long will you rely on prayer and the desire to leave before the environment begins to gain your resignation, if not acceptance?

IT'S ALRIGHT I'M STILL TAGGING TOO

[blessedthy]

[For the most part, he just stares at the young man talking to him with indifference.]

Only the foolish will rely on prayers alone, and the desperate will seek out answers they cannot reach.

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[gate_of_babylon]

[It's that same laughter that haunts your dreams, priest. HIS ENTERTAINMENT HAS ARRIVED]

To what extend, indeed. I very much doubt they are 'gods', but I hardly need to lecture a man of your Church on that subject. Thinking of them in such a way would be blasphemous, would it not?

[VIDEO; STOP INVADING MY DREAMS GILGAMESH]

[blessedthy]

[and here was the one person he had dreaded expected to see.]

It cannot be helped, as we live in an era where there are many paths to be chosen. Mine was conveniently handed to me. [an appraising look] You seem to be adjusting well, considering the circumstances.

[VIDEO; Don't be so boring, Kirei]

[gate_of_babylon]

[By contrast, he's very much amused. One of his favourite playthings is here!]

No one's path is decided before they walk it, Kirei. Every path through one's life has forks that you must choose for yourself.

[Sweeping an arm out in a wide gesture]

Such as now. You've been given an opportunity.... more so for you than me. Now... what will you do?

[i can't help that i deny myself pleasure :| ]

[blessedthy]

[A full blown frown is on display now. Despite being amicable to each other, Kirei is still wary of the man. Needless to say, he's not going to mention about watching the others, Servants or otherwise, that were transported here to Gilgamesh.]

Pursue a way out. There's nothing of interest in this place.

[A lie, if one isn't familiar with him. He cocks his head to the side.]

Wouldn't you do the same?

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[sostaygold.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry, but... may I ask how you learned there was absolutely no way out?

[From the way the man phrased it, he wasn't going off the serving spirits' word, but had obtained proof for himself; perhaps hidden somewhere in the parts of his phrasing Allen didn't quite understand.]

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[blessedthy]

Approach the Gate of Fog and try to exit. [unconsciously, he rolls his shoulder as if it were sore] I doubt any would get far.

[sostaygold.livejournal.com]

[He frowns a bit, watching the man carefully.]

I haven't tried to exit through the gates; all do seem to be guarded. What makes you say that...?

[It is a troubling matter, but--]

For that matter, I think that many are looking to escape farther than the city. They wish to return 'home'.

[blessedthy]

There were no guards posted there when I approached. [a shrug] And approaching an exit is our only option at the moment.