pratentious: (i watched you disappear❞)
arthur. ([personal profile] pratentious) wrote in [community profile] asgardeventide2013-11-11 02:00 pm

o18 ♔ video

[ The video starts a bit before Arthur intends for it to, with him sitting in Very Serious Contemplation. Something on his mind, perhaps, but it's not important, not like what he actually came here to do. ]

As many of you have come to notice of late, the need to be capable of defending ourselves becomes more prudent with every passing day. And so it is that I would like to introduce myself to you once more.

[ A beat, the first time he's hesitated in an address like this, and he's made about ten of them. ]

I am Arthur Pendragon, and for those of you new to Asgard or as yet unfamiliar with me, I own and operate the Citadel in the Thor district. We offer training in various forms of combat, from standard self-defence to swordsmanship, and in recent - reconstructions - I have modified the firing range for both archery and marksmanship.

[ Yes, it took two years for Arthur to accept guns into the Citadel. Don't offend his delicate medieval sensibilities!! He looks distracted again for a second before adding, a bit more subdued: ]

Please do come and join us. Payment is negotiable, as I'd prefer to see you well learned and ready above all else. I am also looking for new instructors, as we've had many departures of late. If you're interested, please contact me privately to discuss the - matters.

[ The thing, the thing; what a lame finish. His brows furrow, and that niggling thought just won't quit. He eventually blurts it out, all air of formality and serious business gone. ]

I - [ H U F F ] - this is. Entirely unrelated, but I've been made to wonder and I can't quite wrap my mind around -

[ huff huff Stop rambling, get on with it, etc etc. ]

How many among you doubt me when I claim the name of King Arthur? I'd been told there are ... tales, of my kingdom and my quests, but I wasn't aware there was any question as to my existence until -

[ Until Spike. Everything is Spike's fault. Arthur frowns. ]

Never mind. It's not important. Come to the Citadel to learn your defences. Thank you.

[ wow much serious very business what a finish wow. ]

[ ooc; The link is not IC and is just for OOC reference! If you're interested in having your character teach some things, please hit me up on that post or on plurk first so we can figure things out. If you're a current instructor, please tell me if I got anything wrong on the info page, it's the first time I've updated in months and months cries. This post is silly and I apologise. ]
frothing: (listen ▴ cheeky ▴ skeptical)

[personal profile] frothing 2013-11-11 10:12 pm (UTC)(link)
You're the King Arthur. [ Bollocks.]
madcuriosity: (My rabbit)

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[personal profile] madcuriosity 2013-11-11 10:13 pm (UTC)(link)
People doubt you're the King Arthur? That seems terribly silly of them! You're most certainly him.

Oh ah... your majesty, do you think I should learn to use a sword?
bloodypocket: (♭ | dopo.)

audio;

[personal profile] bloodypocket 2013-11-11 10:19 pm (UTC)(link)
... There are tales of your reign in my world, often told to children.
notaroundme: (finally)

video;

[personal profile] notaroundme 2013-11-11 10:21 pm (UTC)(link)
King Arthur...as in King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table?

[She's more skeptical than outright disbelieving, though.]
badwolf: (✿ 135)

video; /popcorn

[personal profile] badwolf 2013-11-11 10:25 pm (UTC)(link)
Do I get a gold star for answering this even though you already know the answer?
badwolf: (✿ 160)

video; 2 comments i lied

[personal profile] badwolf 2013-11-11 10:26 pm (UTC)(link)
An' can I add-- marksmanship in guns, yeah? Do you teach that?

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[personal profile] pmsgargoyle 2013-11-11 10:35 pm (UTC)(link)
I do not doubt you are who you claim to be. I simply know a different King Arthur. [ well not personally, but whatever ]
realmenknitplushies: (Arm fold)

[personal profile] realmenknitplushies 2013-11-11 10:42 pm (UTC)(link)
[It takes a little while before this reply comes in, the sender of the message a little unsure whether or not to ask.]

...so, when you say 'various forms'f combat', what kinda things do you mean? I mean, I've fought loads before, but ain't actually had any training...

[And ... king? Hooboy. Given that someone's European mythology knowledge is minimal, the rest's flying over his head.]
Edited 2013-11-11 22:51 (UTC)
frothing: (smile ▴ lean in to listen)

[personal profile] frothing 2013-11-11 10:46 pm (UTC)(link)
But you're awfully fit. [ Whoops. She means--] I always thought he was old, although I suppose it makes sense since you'd have to be young at some point.
Edited 2013-11-11 22:46 (UTC)
dishonouring: don't watch him as he goes (i hate to say your idea is stupid)

voice;

[personal profile] dishonouring 2013-11-11 11:02 pm (UTC)(link)
What is your claim? I've heard no tales of you, nor of your kingdom, nor of your quests.

[ 4ever suspicious sry he might want offer his services to the Citadel if you're cool tho, Arthur. ]
badwolf: (✿ 005)

video; dirty liar!!!

[personal profile] badwolf 2013-11-11 11:12 pm (UTC)(link)
A cheap, fake-gold medal, then. Same connotation.

[ W o w Arthur stop trying to be smart it's a stupidity line. ]

And ... Do you teach it or not? [ Does she want to see Arthur wielding a gun? You bet your Kingly booty she does. ]
dyingisnotdead: (pic#3626543)

video;

[personal profile] dyingisnotdead 2013-11-11 11:17 pm (UTC)(link)
I can't believe I haven't been recruited by you for this, yet.

[Loras is disappointed, how have tales of his awesomeness not reached these ears.]
bossily: (please please please)

video

[personal profile] bossily 2013-11-11 11:23 pm (UTC)(link)
[Hm. She's not particularly sure which part of this message to respond to first, so she hesitates in saying anything at all, jaw dropped open as if she's waiting to speak. Realizing she probably looks completely odd, she takes in a breath and gives the speaking thing a try.]

It's obviously somewhat important, if you've made a point to speak up about it. I don't doubt you are who you say you are.

[She shrugs, reaching up to shove hair behind her ear an in attempt to hide an awkward smile.]

I've met all sorts of people in the places I've traveled to. And in a place like this, who's to say King Arthur can't be the one that teaches me things like archery and how to use a sword?

[That's also a yes to learning how to use some of the weapons he's more familiar with. Yeah, she's going to just saddle him in specifically with being the one that teaches her. Sorry, Arthur.]
beforethewar: (pic#6002197)

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[personal profile] beforethewar 2013-11-11 11:24 pm (UTC)(link)
There are an infinite number of realities. So much so that saying it's impossible for you to be one of the versions of King Arthur in the multiverse is really rather preposterous.

In short...I believe you.
Edited 2013-11-11 23:25 (UTC)
frothing: (Default)

[personal profile] frothing 2013-11-11 11:31 pm (UTC)(link)
No, no, you can stay just the way you are.
smartwinchester: (Laughter is the best medicine.)

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[personal profile] smartwinchester 2013-11-11 11:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Having problems with the cynical masses, your majesty?

[lol arthur u da best]

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