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sixth shot ⊗ open march log
Who: Eustace and You!?
Which: Open March Log
Where: Various
What: Requesting information from those who have turned noctaere; dog park shenanigans; vine traps; four leaf clovers; elemental cores;
Warnings: None unless stuff happens in the fighting prompts
⊗ a: network - turning noctaere intel
⊗ b: it's a dog's life
[AKA, the "if you want to play with dogs this is for you" prompt.
Last month Eustace had started working on creating a suitable dog park for not only "his" dogs, but for any other dogs that may arrive or wander into town. So far it's completely fenced in with two different entrances, including "dog gates" where dogs can freely enter and exit. There are several designated "watering holes" for water, with giant tanks set up that dogs can easily nudge for water to pour out into the bowls, though he's looking to create something of an automatic system (maybe those water cores...see prompt e2). A pathway circling the park has been marked, but not yet finished, and while there are already a few ramps and tunnels, he's still working on creating a few more obstacles and "training exercises" for the dogs.
Most of it is primarily for the two groups of dogs he's taking care of, but he is considering a more general use for potential future doggy guests.
Of course...he belatedly realized he focused so much on the dogs he forgot to create amenities for the people who may be with them, so setting up seating and table areas is on his to do list.
For now, throughout most of the month, Eustace can be found in the park with the corgis and the Flowers, either throwing balls or other toys for the dogs, working on finishing constructing the last few amenities, or even just sitting under one of the many trees and just relaxing with the dogs. Of course that's kind of boring.
The dogs will happily bark and run up to the fence should anyone pass by. Some of the smarter ones will actually boop a toy ball over the fence, bouncing it off each other's heads and noses to have it sail over towards the person in question. They then to proceed to bark once and then wag their tail (or butt) and look at the person with eyes that say, "You're not going to leave that there are you?"]
⊗ c: quest 301: vine traps
[1. Thawing ice and burning vines. Given his interest in noctaere at the moment, it's no surprise he's quick to take up the quest in dealing with the trapped corrupted animals. Although seeing it being frozen patches given how his...own effects regarding ice can be similar is a little disconcerting, he just only studies it.]
...Fire, huh. Suppose I should try a different element...
[And fortunately, his current mindset allows him to channel that warmth, a soft whitish blue flame forming at his hand before it spreads out onto the frozen ice, thawing it along with the vines that burn safely away. That part is easy, but when it comes to the vines with the trapped corrupted animals...
2. Eliminating the threat. Pulling out his gun, Flamek, he flips the trigger, an electric humming sound following as electricity starts to spark around the barrel.
It's a pity, really, about the animal. Could it be purified? He knows there is research into it and maybe he should inquire... But for now, these creatures are in populated areas and need to be dealt with immediately.
When Eustace is certain he is clear and that no one is around, he will first create a small dome of ice that is effectively serving as a barrier to help as a safeguard. It's something new he's trying, so this is a fairly good opportunity for it. As he raises his gun in the air, he makes another check. If someone happens to approach now, he'll just glance at them.]
Stand back. I have it contained, but I'm not sure how strong the barrier will be if it explodes.
[And with that he'll fire the shot, several bolts of lightning releasing from his weapon to arc down into the small top opening of the dome. It's not just any lightning—it's filled with his deep rooted desire to protect everyone, especially the one who cares most deeply for. The last thing he wants is for them to get affected by the nightmare energy that could generate here, so he wants it gone.
The sound of destruction is muffled, and if by chance the vines do explode, most of the shards will be contained by the barrier. However, some of it will also cause the ice to crack and break. Fortunately it still contains the bulk of the blast so no one should get hurt unless they were foolish enough to ignore his warning and run in for some reason.]
Still needs improvement...but it'll work for now.
⊗ d: quest 304: four leaf clovers
[1. Clover Hunting. Anyone who knows Eustace might not expect him to be out gathering four leaf clovers... But here he is, out in one of the many clover fields with one of the corgis, Briallen, looking for that elusive four leaf clover. Does he believe in it?
No. ...Not normally, anyway. But his luck has been shit and he has a date coming up with Tifa and he does not want it ruined. Given how this world is, good luck may actually manifest and be potent here. So with Bri sniffing out the four leaf ones, Eustace will also be slowly pacing through the fields, his keen eyesight looking careful over the plants.]
T'sk... I've heard these were difficult to find, but how would anyone find them...
[Just a quiet grumble. Yes, yes, four leaves are supposed to be difficult to find, that's what makes them so lucky! Doesn't make it any less annoying—especially when he decided to find two instead of just one for himself. However, it's not just clovers. He may have been gathering a few wildflowers... Maybe. It's only because Briallen keeps giving him some that's all!!!!it's not it's not at all
2. Jackalopes. Of course, despite wanting peace and quiet he never gets it easy. While still looking for that elusive four leaf clover, Bri starts growling and Eustace immediately locks on the tall antlers of the jackalope. Now, he actually doesn't want to engage in a fight if he doesn't have to... But the jackalope isn't going to let that happen.
And so the once peaceful clover field will be disrupted by the sound of fighting. Eustace will have at least drawn the jackalope away to the edges, where he can freely fire lightning from his weapon while the small corgi assists in trying to keep the jackalope from running off. Assistance will be welcomed.
Alternatively, if someone else is dealing with a jackalope, Eustace will assist them instead.]
⊗ e: quest 306: elemental cores
[Hunting monsters is his expertise, so it doesn't take him too long to track down spots where the cores he's after can be found, namely fire and water. Eventually he might look for the others, but he has vested interest in these particular elements for personal use.
1. Sniping golems. Whether on his own or working with someone else, rather than face the golems head on he'll take on a sniping position, either using a cliff ledge or trees. So if anyone is in the area, don't be surprised or mistake his lightning for another elemental golem—it's just him bringing the thunder and sniping golem limbs to shatter the arms or legs off from the distance so he can pick up the cores later...
...Or rather, so two corgis can weave in and grab the cores when it's clear. The dogs will also help in dealing with the golems, with Ivor body slamming those already staggered from Eustace's lightning or from other attacks to knock the golem down.
2. Water core "thief." After delivering a few water cores and having something like an automatic water fountain bowl prototype created in return for his efforts, Eustace is at the dog park to try it out. However, there is a small flaw. Before he could finish installing the fountain, one of the dogs has snatched the core and is running around, shaking its head and causing it to create water and spray it everywhere.]
Hey—Idris!!
[And that rambunctious young corgi is going to be running around trying to douse and spray anyone and anything in his path. He's a fast one, too, good luck catching him.]
⊗ f: wildcard
Which: Open March Log
Where: Various
What: Requesting information from those who have turned noctaere; dog park shenanigans; vine traps; four leaf clovers; elemental cores;
Warnings: None unless stuff happens in the fighting prompts
⊗ a: network - turning noctaere intel
Sender: Eustace
To: Everyone EXCEPT TIFA
Subject: Gathering information from those who have turned into noctaere
Given how much time has passed and the increased number of incidents, I would like to gather information from those who have experienced turning into noctaere first hand, witnessed, or had to handle someone who changed. This is more for personal reference but something more public could be compiled for others to use.
The main questions I have are:
I realize some of these questions may be personal so those who respond can keep more private details vague. Anonymous accounts or privately filtered threads are also acceptable.
Accounts from those who dealt with someone who has turned noctaere will also be appreciated, particularly the methods used to help subdue and help them return to normal.
Thank you for your insight and cooperation.
— Eustace
To: Everyone EXCEPT TIFA
Subject: Gathering information from those who have turned into noctaere
Given how much time has passed and the increased number of incidents, I would like to gather information from those who have experienced turning into noctaere first hand, witnessed, or had to handle someone who changed. This is more for personal reference but something more public could be compiled for others to use.
The main questions I have are:
- When did you first start noticing the effects from overabundance in nightmare energy?
- Can you recall the events that led up to the change? Frequent nightmares? A negative trigger?
- Did the change happen quickly or did it take some time?
- At any point do you think you could have stopped and reversed the effects? If you did try, were you successful in any way?
- Did the incident occur while dreamwalking or while awake?
- How long did you remain as a noctaere?
- What changes did you undergo?
- Were you able to retain any sense of control or was it completely lost?
- What did it take for you to return to normal?
- What, if any, kind of effects did you experience afterwards?
- After the first experience, do you believe you can better prepare or safeguard yourself from another? This assumes a natural progression and not a forced change.
I realize some of these questions may be personal so those who respond can keep more private details vague. Anonymous accounts or privately filtered threads are also acceptable.
Accounts from those who dealt with someone who has turned noctaere will also be appreciated, particularly the methods used to help subdue and help them return to normal.
Thank you for your insight and cooperation.
— Eustace
⊗ b: it's a dog's life
[AKA, the "if you want to play with dogs this is for you" prompt.Last month Eustace had started working on creating a suitable dog park for not only "his" dogs, but for any other dogs that may arrive or wander into town. So far it's completely fenced in with two different entrances, including "dog gates" where dogs can freely enter and exit. There are several designated "watering holes" for water, with giant tanks set up that dogs can easily nudge for water to pour out into the bowls, though he's looking to create something of an automatic system (maybe those water cores...see prompt e2). A pathway circling the park has been marked, but not yet finished, and while there are already a few ramps and tunnels, he's still working on creating a few more obstacles and "training exercises" for the dogs.
Most of it is primarily for the two groups of dogs he's taking care of, but he is considering a more general use for potential future doggy guests.
Of course...he belatedly realized he focused so much on the dogs he forgot to create amenities for the people who may be with them, so setting up seating and table areas is on his to do list.
For now, throughout most of the month, Eustace can be found in the park with the corgis and the Flowers, either throwing balls or other toys for the dogs, working on finishing constructing the last few amenities, or even just sitting under one of the many trees and just relaxing with the dogs. Of course that's kind of boring.
The dogs will happily bark and run up to the fence should anyone pass by. Some of the smarter ones will actually boop a toy ball over the fence, bouncing it off each other's heads and noses to have it sail over towards the person in question. They then to proceed to bark once and then wag their tail (or butt) and look at the person with eyes that say, "You're not going to leave that there are you?"]
⊗ c: quest 301: vine traps
[1. Thawing ice and burning vines. Given his interest in noctaere at the moment, it's no surprise he's quick to take up the quest in dealing with the trapped corrupted animals. Although seeing it being frozen patches given how his...own effects regarding ice can be similar is a little disconcerting, he just only studies it.]...Fire, huh. Suppose I should try a different element...
[And fortunately, his current mindset allows him to channel that warmth, a soft whitish blue flame forming at his hand before it spreads out onto the frozen ice, thawing it along with the vines that burn safely away. That part is easy, but when it comes to the vines with the trapped corrupted animals...
2. Eliminating the threat. Pulling out his gun, Flamek, he flips the trigger, an electric humming sound following as electricity starts to spark around the barrel.
It's a pity, really, about the animal. Could it be purified? He knows there is research into it and maybe he should inquire... But for now, these creatures are in populated areas and need to be dealt with immediately.
When Eustace is certain he is clear and that no one is around, he will first create a small dome of ice that is effectively serving as a barrier to help as a safeguard. It's something new he's trying, so this is a fairly good opportunity for it. As he raises his gun in the air, he makes another check. If someone happens to approach now, he'll just glance at them.]
Stand back. I have it contained, but I'm not sure how strong the barrier will be if it explodes.
[And with that he'll fire the shot, several bolts of lightning releasing from his weapon to arc down into the small top opening of the dome. It's not just any lightning—it's filled with his deep rooted desire to protect everyone, especially the one who cares most deeply for. The last thing he wants is for them to get affected by the nightmare energy that could generate here, so he wants it gone.
The sound of destruction is muffled, and if by chance the vines do explode, most of the shards will be contained by the barrier. However, some of it will also cause the ice to crack and break. Fortunately it still contains the bulk of the blast so no one should get hurt unless they were foolish enough to ignore his warning and run in for some reason.]
Still needs improvement...but it'll work for now.
⊗ d: quest 304: four leaf clovers
[1. Clover Hunting. Anyone who knows Eustace might not expect him to be out gathering four leaf clovers... But here he is, out in one of the many clover fields with one of the corgis, Briallen, looking for that elusive four leaf clover. Does he believe in it?No. ...Not normally, anyway. But his luck has been shit and he has a date coming up with Tifa and he does not want it ruined. Given how this world is, good luck may actually manifest and be potent here. So with Bri sniffing out the four leaf ones, Eustace will also be slowly pacing through the fields, his keen eyesight looking careful over the plants.]
T'sk... I've heard these were difficult to find, but how would anyone find them...
[Just a quiet grumble. Yes, yes, four leaves are supposed to be difficult to find, that's what makes them so lucky! Doesn't make it any less annoying—especially when he decided to find two instead of just one for himself. However, it's not just clovers. He may have been gathering a few wildflowers... Maybe. It's only because Briallen keeps giving him some that's all!!!!
2. Jackalopes. Of course, despite wanting peace and quiet he never gets it easy. While still looking for that elusive four leaf clover, Bri starts growling and Eustace immediately locks on the tall antlers of the jackalope. Now, he actually doesn't want to engage in a fight if he doesn't have to... But the jackalope isn't going to let that happen.
And so the once peaceful clover field will be disrupted by the sound of fighting. Eustace will have at least drawn the jackalope away to the edges, where he can freely fire lightning from his weapon while the small corgi assists in trying to keep the jackalope from running off. Assistance will be welcomed.
Alternatively, if someone else is dealing with a jackalope, Eustace will assist them instead.]
⊗ e: quest 306: elemental cores
[Hunting monsters is his expertise, so it doesn't take him too long to track down spots where the cores he's after can be found, namely fire and water. Eventually he might look for the others, but he has vested interest in these particular elements for personal use. 1. Sniping golems. Whether on his own or working with someone else, rather than face the golems head on he'll take on a sniping position, either using a cliff ledge or trees. So if anyone is in the area, don't be surprised or mistake his lightning for another elemental golem—it's just him bringing the thunder and sniping golem limbs to shatter the arms or legs off from the distance so he can pick up the cores later...
...Or rather, so two corgis can weave in and grab the cores when it's clear. The dogs will also help in dealing with the golems, with Ivor body slamming those already staggered from Eustace's lightning or from other attacks to knock the golem down.
2. Water core "thief." After delivering a few water cores and having something like an automatic water fountain bowl prototype created in return for his efforts, Eustace is at the dog park to try it out. However, there is a small flaw. Before he could finish installing the fountain, one of the dogs has snatched the core and is running around, shaking its head and causing it to create water and spray it everywhere.]
Hey—Idris!!
[And that rambunctious young corgi is going to be running around trying to douse and spray anyone and anything in his path. He's a fast one, too, good luck catching him.]
⊗ f: wildcard
[Oh God I had more but this was already too long. Not included but can be done: Preparing for Spring planting, orange feather removal, get rid of the frogs, and feel free to push him through the rainbows. One could appear in any of these prompts or could be set anywhere in town. He also has a dating advice request anon post if anyone wants to hit that still. Feel free to hit me up on discord, PM, or ![[plurk.com profile]](https://plurk.com/favicon.ico)
laenavesse for questions or further discussion!]
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[A small murmur under his breath as Eustace takes it all in with a mix of awe and admiration. Given the variety of environments in the various islands of his world, he's a number of different types of flora and fauna. He's also been through his fair share of underground caverns. However, he can't think of anything that could compare to what he sees here. Along with the tranquil, peaceful air... He finds himself taking to it.
However he doesn't allow himself to become too distracted, catching 76's warning and taking heed as they travel down.]
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Some people could be trusted- 76 felt Eustace was one of those, that he'd probably understand the want. Would know others that were the same, wouldn't take advantage to the point of destroying this.
Of course he was watching his own steps as he moved down, soon enough walking on soil, mosses, and grass.]
Moonlight, the Ent we spoke to, said those we brought here ourselves would be welcomed- they're trusting our judgement. [Felt like a responsibility almost.] Others they'd be more discerning with their presence.
This place is worth investigating, learning more about- and hopefully there are others like it, that Moonlight and their group aren't the only ones in this place.
[More caves with the Glowing Dawns flourishing, more of these species of Ent.]
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Understandable. I'd be hesitant in having too many wander through here as well, especially since not everyone has the same views.
[He could easily see people trying to harvest this place dry or worse.]
I'm starting to wonder if I should act on the idea of trying to find other caverns or places like this.
[At first he had only been looking at it at an angle to find more places so no single place is overtaxed, but now he wonders and begins to doubt if it's a good idea to expose too many places. Would it be better to leave them unfound?]
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What better way to repay the kind willingness that try to preserve that in turn?]
There's another few people I know that I think I'll bring here, but outside of that- yeah. [He figured Yujin would bring Jude, and if not he didn't mind making the trek out here. Kazuma and Susato- Kainé as well, for a few reasons.
People he felt could use the peace and beauty of this place to just.. relax? Something.]
I think it wouldn't hurt- even if all that's done is keep an eye on them for any trouble. Could be good allies, too. I know they're capable fighters, even if more peaceful by nature.
[Hell, the flowers might be carried and-] May be a possibility the animals that carry these flowers may create other patches when they pass by natural causes. Stray patches scattered in various hidden caves not even connected to this. Finding those could be good.
I know they can grow outside of these Ents' influences after all.
[A hand lifted, a slight hiss of his mask disengaging, setting it in to the bag just at his back. Rubbing a hand over his beard, letting eyes adjust to the lighting. The peppered streaks of blue in his hair and beard glowing right along with the Glowing Dawns around them-]
Still, choice is yours and I trust you'll make the one you feel is best.
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[He's also considering if he should tell Tifa... No, he should probably just bring it up now. Regardless of 76's stance, Eustace can't help but consider him as the "ambassador" from their side since he's been in close contact with the Ents.]
I might tell one other person, but she's trustworthy and I'm sure she'd want to do what she could to help as well.
I'll also consider it. If anything can find a lead, it'll be the dogs. But if I do find something you'll be the first and only one to know.
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[Even if he was watching where they were going, keeping the movements of a few passing Ents just within the corner of his vision, was clear Eustace had majority of his attention as they spoke.]
—a part of me wonders if it's the right decision, to keep this place a secret outside of a select few, but... People can be unpredictable, more so when even a slight answer that could help with a fear is known. That some think they could possibly turn in to a weapon when it isn't meant to be that, even with the best interest of others or just themselves in mind. [Felt it was owed and quite frankly deserved to keep a peaceful existence for this place, however.
He'd seen to much.]
Of course saying that, I'm trusting your judgement in who you do share it with. Figure you'd understand and all-
[There was a tug to his pantleg mid-stride, perhaps thankfully or not knocking him out of that train of thought, which of course had 76 glancing down and- Huh?]
Ah, careful little fella. [He made a sound of 'excuse me a moment there' and that would be 76 going down in to a kneel to get his pantleg back from the flower pup.] You're new.
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However, after his initial daze (and heart squeeze) of the pup wears off, he realizes it's a flower type.]
...So there really are others... I wonder if they're related...
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You mean the flower dogs you found, right? [Attention turning to Eustace as he spoke, the pup barking as his attention dragged back over—
Whoa, that was a big-]
I.. think these are wolves. [That was definitely a large white wolf covered in what looked to be climbing ivy of sorts walking towards him curiously, the wolf cub clambering in to his lap happily.] Still, might be?
[That white wolf was sitting down in front of him, head tilted and
pressed it's nose against his. Ears pricked.] Okay yeah, hi.
Friendly wolf, maybe because of the whole 'peace' thing down here?
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Flower wolves...
[Just a quiet murmur as he studies the white wolf.]
...Rose and her family are smaller and are clearly more dog-like than wolf. But it's not impossible they could be related. The similarities are just too striking... [A small frown.] I'm not even sure whatever happened to the father. I've never seen another one approach the town.
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[Alright, scooping the wolf pup up to cradle in an arm with how it kept trying to get higher, nuzzling in under his chin with happy little yips.
White wolf seemed pleased, looking behind itself as- well, another came out cautiously, and one more followed after a bit more boldly. These two seemed younger than the white one, given size difference as well.]
Might still be out there somewhere, and can't say that I have either- hell, these are the first wolves I've seen that are like this.
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[......Dammit 76, he wants to cuddle and pet with them, too!!!]
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[It was strange having three wolves sitting near him and one squirmy wolf pup licking and gnawing at his beard as he held it.]
See if bringing the dogs would be a good idea.
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[He watches the wolves carefully before slowly making his way forward and then lowering himself so that he's kneeling down next to 76.
...Ah...they really are beautiful creatures...and the pup is too cute... He can only hope the scent of the other dogs don't bother them.
Or better yet, maybe they might recognize it.]
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[Was a little strange.
The large white one seemed content to observe, what looked like amusement in their eyes.
It was the wolf that had prickly pear cactus amongst its fur that sniffed and scooted close to Eustace, while the one that actually looked more prickly stayed where they were- perhaps those two wolves were twins? Who knows.]
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Eustace continues to watch and study the wolves with admiration and curiosity, slowly holding out his hand for the wolf to sniff.]
They must have only recently followed other animals here...though they are predators. Does the concept of "peace" hold true for them as well? Or since these seem similar to the Flower dogs, could they be more omnivorous?
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76 was trying to keep the lavender pup from actually eating his beard, much as it was interested-]
Well, they do eat fruits and berries- some percentage of their diet is made up of it at least, since they can digest more than just meat. [Wolves in general, at least.] Might hold true for these flower wolves, too.
[The shit you came across when studying for basic survival in all sorts of environments.]
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[Since while it's a natural part of life for a carnivore to hunt for meat, it might ruin some of the peace established here.
Eustace continues to carefully watch the wolf in front of him before slowly reaching to lightly scratch it under the chin.]
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Okay fine, pup wins.] -but chances might be good they could potentially have a 50-50 sort of diet.
[Prickly pear leaned in to the scratching a bit as ears flicked, and the one that looked like a mix of thistles and cactus slowly moved in closer, finally. Not towards either of them but more in the middle.]
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Most likely. I'm also intrigued by the plants they bear.
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I can recognize a few of them- like that one's covered in prickly bear cactus. [Still trying to keep the pup entertained-] Think this little one is.. lavender? Seems like some kind of lavender at least.
White one looks like climbing ivy. [The other prickly covered one was at least finally sitting as if in an annoyed huff, but still relaxed.] That one? Looks like thistles and cactus, but it's hard to say outside of the thistle parts.
[His head tipped-] Prickly Pear there is an actual edible fruit, so there's that to think about.
[A wolf that was basically growing cactus fruit on them.]
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[It's strange to think about, but it is one way to help survive if they needed some food.]
Regardless, this world never ceases to amaze me with its diversity in wildlife. I wouldn't be surprised if there's something that's growing candy on them now.
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[He reached a hand out, finally, to the more standoffish wolf of the group as the white one watched, calm as ever.
Thistle perked an ear and eyed him, of course, before letting out something of a huff and moving closer to sniff; 76 was careful and made note of where the needles were arrange in that wolf's fur before giving them a little scritch where there were more petals with fur]
Not wrong about the diversity, I've seen a number of things while out hunting, that's for sure.
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[He glances over at 76.]
Are there any creatures you'd want to see from your world here? Or would be concerned if they appeared?
[It seems the Prickly Cactus here has at least grown comfortable with Eustace, sitting and starting to enjoy the attention that it's not used to. Seeing a few brambles and other leaves and such sticking to its coat, Eustace will carefully pluck them out will studying the wolf a little more closely. They at least look well nourished so at least they're not having any difficulty living out here. And since it's a pack... Which of these are the pup's parents? Is it a whole family unit?]
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[He had the pup happily cradled in one arm finally, letting a hand rub along the thistled wolf slowly and carefully as it relaxed further. Watching as it did- weird, really.
He looked thoughtful for a moment-]
I wouldn't call them creatures, not really, but there's at least one Omnic here- you've probably seen her. The robot that's running and singing in that Cabaret in town? I'm worried about the ones not as willing to get along with flesh-and-blood folks appearing. Some of them are shaped like creatures- flying ones that look like manta rays, things like that, they're part of the ones I'm worried about appearing.
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I've never seen it, but I can see your concern. Do these... Omnics believe themselves to be superior to other races and species?
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