Understandable enough, I suppose... I'm sure the universe has little reason to listen to all of us individually, not to mention that I'm sure some of us would have stronger words than others.
[does this make the npcs the universe's complaint box.]
They already had to listen to me and Lune, so that sounds about right. [That is to say, Sol had a few choice words for the universe, too, before they settled down.] But we can still take messages. That probably counts.
You think water's a joke? [There's some confusion here. What is the joke, Shirasu, please share.
But yeah, he's getting locked out now. Sorry!]
Don't worry too much. It's only stuff to help everyone out. [The way it's said implies this might not always be the case, but it's nothing they feel the need to discuss right now.]
[as expected... worth asking, though. But after a moment of consideration as to whether to answer, he decides it's not saying too much to explain. It doesn't really say much about his circumstances.]
I don't necessarily believe I drowned, but I also don't recall surfacing before being pulled here.
[At which he just folds his arms and half shrugs, as if that's no big deal. He Is Fine.]
[he absolutely has some concerns about possibly being dead, but-- well. he's alive right now. he's just got to make sure he stays that way.]
I'm fine working with it, though-- as I said, I think all of its options could be put to good use.
[another brief pause, there, before-]
Speaking of working with it... if you've known something similar before, I don't suppose you have any suggestions for how to learn?
[I'll be real the entire reason Sol gets this question instead of Lune is that it's easier to dodge Sol's questions. more acceptable to spend time around, if it comes to that.]
[I'm still laughing. But anyway, no, maybe be less casual about potentially being dead? But if Shirasu's leaving it at that so will Sol.]
You mean getting good at using it? [There's a considering sort of sound.] When I was first learning I had to practice a lot. I don't know if you'd like my method, actually.
[Shrug!] The thing you have to remember is that once you have the ability it's about tapping into it instead of thinking about the fact it's there. Like…"I should be able to do this" instead of "I can do this?" It helps.
Something like that. [Sol doesn't seem bothered here.] That's what the new areas are for, too. Your elements are there so you can learn to work with them better.
…the beach is nice. And there's lots of tide pools inside the castle you can work with. Going in knowing it's going to be small also helps. [Less frustrating.] You could probably fight crabs if you wanted.
At least there aren't any huge expectations? [Haha.] ...it really does help to train there. You're more in tune with the magic when you're in your own element.
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But it's just us. We're the go-between for you and the universe. That's our role in this whole thing and why we can't interfere with your choices.
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[does this make the npcs the universe's complaint box.]
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They already had to listen to me and Lune, so that sounds about right. [That is to say, Sol had a few choice words for the universe, too, before they settled down.] But we can still take messages. That probably counts.
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[chances are high he'll have things to say at some point, but right now he'll save it.]
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[Another pause for consideration.]
Do you have any idea why we're associated with the elements we are, or only which it is-- and have you had similar abilities, before?
[If they don't know why each was brought here, he doubts they know how they got the elements, but it's worth checking.]
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I used to. But not anymore. Lune and I have new stuff now.
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Just what do you have now, then-- if you don't mind me asking?
[Shirasu wouldn't blame them for playing that close to the chest, honestly.]
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But yeah, he's getting locked out now. Sorry!]
Don't worry too much. It's only stuff to help everyone out. [The way it's said implies this might not always be the case, but it's nothing they feel the need to discuss right now.]
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I don't necessarily believe I drowned, but I also don't recall surfacing before being pulled here.
[At which he just folds his arms and half shrugs, as if that's no big deal. He Is Fine.]
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I don't think your alignment can change. That's the one thing. [Powers, possibly, but probably not the alignment.]
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[he absolutely has some concerns about possibly being dead, but-- well. he's alive right now. he's just got to make sure he stays that way.]
I'm fine working with it, though-- as I said, I think all of its options could be put to good use.
[another brief pause, there, before-]
Speaking of working with it... if you've known something similar before, I don't suppose you have any suggestions for how to learn?
[I'll be real the entire reason Sol gets this question instead of Lune is that it's easier to dodge Sol's questions. more acceptable to spend time around, if it comes to that.]
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You mean getting good at using it? [There's a considering sort of sound.] When I was first learning I had to practice a lot. I don't know if you'd like my method, actually.
[Shrug!] The thing you have to remember is that once you have the ability it's about tapping into it instead of thinking about the fact it's there. Like…"I should be able to do this" instead of "I can do this?" It helps.
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but Shirasu nods, taking that in.]
That seems a simple enough change to make-- though what makes you say I might not like your methods?
[There's only one way to find out, tbh, so. Spill.]
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Usually they involved combat. A lot of combat against stuff that'll fight back.
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[He looks like he's considering that
very thoroughly, actually.]
It'd be good for developing a faster reaction time and creative uses...
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I'll just begin with that, I think. I'd rather not share mine with an opponent.
[he'd also rather not let Hisoka figure out he can fight just yet.]
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…the beach is nice. And there's lots of tide pools inside the castle you can work with. Going in knowing it's going to be small also helps. [Less frustrating.] You could probably fight crabs if you wanted.
[[That's a joke.]
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I know you said it would be small, but for crabs to be an appropriate opponent... I might be a little more concerned for myself, now.
[There's no smile, but he at least sounds kind of amused.]
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[this week is the beginning of shirasu's nighttime visits to go practice alone, tbh.]
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[He may or may not check back in.]
If you think you might be able to offer further advice, that is.
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That sort of sounds like a challenge, Shirasu.
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