002 - video

[ventoaureo]

[Blondie over here is sitting in a chair, twirling a rose in his hand.]

A bit preoccupied I have been with trying to learn more about this place. Of course, I still have much to learn, what with the recent events that have transpired, but I'm sure it won't be of any hindrance of things that will come up in the near future.

But that's not why I'm making this. I feel this may be a little more personal, but with the way things are, does that really matter at this point?

[He placed the rose down, his eyes shifting to the bracelet on his wrist.]

"Resolve". That word has been stuck in my mind for quite some time. What exactly does your "resolve" involve? Is it one to be admired, or is it one that is grotesque and horrifying? I've been told that mine has been rather admirable, yet to others, it might seem reckless and rather terrifying. However, I achieved my "resolve" a while back, making me rather...content.

...what is your resolve? [The rose finds it way back to his hand, as he plucks a petal from it.] I want to see if I can admire it.

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[ventoaureo]

The Holy Grail War? I don't believe I have heard of that.

Hm~. So you could find a way through enemy blockades, I take it?

[getinthechariot]

It is probably unique to my world, actually.

Oh, I have done so before! Many times!

[ventoaureo]

May explain why I haven't seen it in any of my history books...

...oh? I would like to hear an example, if you don't mind.

[getinthechariot]

I am fairly confident that it is supposed to remain a secret. Although I fail to see why I should not reannounce my presence to the world at large.

Why, when I faced Darius III, we simply charged him head on. My men and I banged our shields and made so much noise that he fled in terror!

[Mostly because no one does this, and he probably (rightly) thought Rider was completely nuts]

[ventoaureo]

I would have actually liked to have read about it. See, history teaches us some important things, and I'm sure your battles would have been a joy to actually have learned.

[...but he's about ready to take it back when he hears this marvelous piece of information.] ...I'm sure anyone would have fled from the sheer ferocity of that assault. [His face says otherwise. Never get on Rider's bad side, then...]

[getinthechariot]

It seems odd that you wouldn't have, honestly!

Well, of course! There is a time for clever strategy, and there is a time to charge! Knowing which one to do at what time is the very pinnacle of strategy!

[ventoaureo]

So you see some pain in actually not having people learn about you?

[He's heard that saying plenty of times before. "Know when to charge"...hm. He smirked a bit.] You are the respectable man, I would take it. How do others look up to you?

[getinthechariot]

Of course I do! What good is it to conquer the world if no one knows you did it?

My men follow me as though I were a god! And that is how a King should be, is it not? He should inspire his men to follow wherever he should lead them!

[ventoaureo]

But didn't you say the world became much larger then you expected? [Well, it was back in time. They only knew so much.

His words, though...Giorno's eyes spark up. "Inspire"...? His eyes slowly drifted away.] ...I could learn some things from you. I've been meaning to inspire my group for a while...

[getinthechariot]

But that does not mean it is too big for me! On the contrary, that just means I have to work that much harder!

Indeed! In that case, live bigger than they could ever dream. They will follow your example, for who does not want to have more than they do?

[ventoaureo]

...I have a question to ask. Are you planning the same thing here? To take this place over? The reason I'm asking is because...I'm sick of the gods.

And if by following your lead, maybe I can become a better leader. But...my mafia isn't here now, so I really don't have anyone to lead.

[getinthechariot]

Of course I am! Although I don't intend to fight them just yet. I need to gather enough followers first!

I take it you're interested?

[ventoaureo]

...if you are gathering, consider me intrigued. However, I may not be fighting for the same reason as you.

But for now, if you wish, I suppose I could follow after you. Just know that I'm not one to listen to orders...well.

[getinthechariot]

Indeed? Then I shall just have to impress it upon you through example!

[By which he means his leadership]

[ventoaureo]

...it's not as if you haven't impressed me enough as it is.

I would just need a little more convincing, if you will. Maybe then I'd consider it.

[getinthechariot]

Understandable! Although I suppose that will come in time, too!

[ventoaureo]

You impressing me? Please, show me how much you can convince me in order to join you.

[Not that he has any ulterior motives to it.]

[getinthechariot]

Hmm, what's this? What would you like to see?

[Kinda weird, but let's play along!]

[ventoaureo]

...well, for one, convincing. I'm a leader myself, but what would make me want to follow you?

[...unless there's something he's missing here.]

[getinthechariot]

Why should any man follow any other? Envy, of course!

How else will you see my dream, unless I live above and beyond a normal man?

[ventoaureo]

Envy...? [The way he says it makes it seem like he's unsure about it. He's never envied anyone else before. What makes him any different.]

...I could see your dream through how you plan to execute it. Dreams are something to be put into action, and to be pursued with heart behind it. At least, that's what I think.

[getinthechariot]

Of course! When these people see my passion in these battles, they will not want to bear the shame of falling behind! That is why I say a king must show an example - otherwise, his subjects will become weak and dependent!

When we go on this rescue mission, I will show you the strength of my resolve! I shall let no other come before me in the vanguard!

[ventoaureo]

I'd like to see that, then. I would hate to repeat myself on the matter of learning after you, though, as I feel I've adequately addressed that issue enough. And again, I'm not exactly a follower. But...I'd like to see your attempt.

...rescue mission...let's see then. I will be the one to judge you on the strength of your resolve.

[getinthechariot]

We are agreed, then. We shall meet during the rescue mission, on the field of valor!

[ventoaureo]

So a date has been set for me to admire you, if I can, it seems. Alright, well, I look forward to it. Hopefully you show me what your full potential can do.