dankmemes | test drive meme #16

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test drive meme #16

Welcome to Hadriel's test drive, and thank you again for your interest in the game! As always, our reserves page is here, and our applications page is here! Reserves open January 24th, and apps are open February 1st. Please remember that there is an app cap of 20 apps.

Two quick points here as well:
1. Any thread made in Hadriel's test drive will be accepted as the sole Action Log sample in the application.
2. All threads made in the test drive can be considered game canon, either through handwaving or through a shared mental experience while coming through the Door!

Test drives will be broken up into specific god mini-events, during which your characters can see how well they fare under the watchful eye of one of the gods. Choose wisely or just simply pick 'em all, and have fun!

F E A R

SCENARIO ONE: THE CREEPY CRAWLIES
[The Door brings in all that is chaotic and evil in the world. This may include you, may include the person next to you... and may include the monster behind you.

Watch out as you explore the streets of Hadriel, because you're not alone, and there's always something lurking in the shadows, waiting to impale you on its giant claws and crunch your bones between its mandibles. That's right, this time the Door is bringing you bugs from Starship Troopers, in all their giant and disgusting glory!

Bugs are, well, giant insects that come in all shapes and sizes, depending on the rank, and are way too tall or too heavy than they have any right to be. They can move quickly, most of them have the ability to fly, and their exo-skeletons means that it's difficult to really hurt them unless you've got some muscles on you. Or a really big boot, I guess.]

C O N F U S I O N

SCENARIO TWO: WHO'S THAT IN THE MIRROR?
[Something's lurking in the dark. Something that really wants to ruin your day by any means necessary- that includes preying on your darkest fears, or just, you know, simply killing you. But that's not a problem, right? You're big and tough! Except, so is this creature out to get you. And it knows all of your weaknesses and insecurities too because, well... it is you.

Doubles of characters will be flooding the city and attempting to ruin the originals lives by whatever means necessary. This generally involves killing the original and then impersonating them, but it can also mean killing people you love or just bringing up your awkward teenage years to traumatize you in front of all your new cool friends.

What can you do to stop it? Well, you could kill them first, that certainly won't require a few trips to therapy later! There's always locking them away, or maybe trying to befriend them because hey, who's better at ruining your life than you?

This is a mini version of our Dead Ringers event this month!]

T R A N Q U I L I T Y

SCENARIO THREE: CAN YOU JUST LIKE, CHILL FOR A SEC?
[Embrace tranquility! Or rather, get pulled, kicking and screaming into an event during which you magically have to find some chill, or else Tranquility will force chill upon you.

For this prompt, characters will find themselves in a state of sudden peace and calm, without much anger or meanness to go around. That guy you hate? Maybe you should give him a peace offering. The chick who stole your girlfriend? Maybe you should congratulate her! Everything is peaceful and everything is... sorta gray.

Don't get me wrong, it's nice to be able to relax, but we have an emotional spectrum for a reason. Pretty soon, the tranquility of this might turn into something a little creepy, even Stepfordish... but it's hard to really care when everything is so damn pleasant, right?]

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FEAR:

[ Bugs have never been Gladio's favorite enemy, but honestly? It beats fighting daemons. It may seem somewhat strange, a man in a leather jacket (where is his shirt?) hefting a shield in his hand to try and knock the beasts away, but Gladiolus is clearly in his element, smiling as he smashes a particularly small arachnid under his heel. ]

Come on, I'm not even breaking a sweat here.

[ Suddenly, as if from thin air, a giant sword appears in his hands, its length easily as long as he is tall. He spins it around with little effort, crushing several bugs until only a handful of large ones remain. Maybe he could use some help? Nah, not likely. He seems to be doing just fine. ]

You guys wanna go?

CONFUSION:

[ A double of Gladiolus is a dangerous thing indeed. He knows every one of Gladio's moves and weaknesses, and while Gladio would argue that he doesn't have all that many, his doppelganger sure seems to disagree. The two of them stand face to face, just short of going at each other's throats as hazel eyes meet hazel. ]

You abandoned your friends when they needed you. Just admit it! Being Noct's shield -- you never had a choice, that's why you ran away-- [ Hard to tell which one of them strikes first, but there's punches flying left and right now. ] You shut your damn mouth!

[ Ah, this isn't going to go well, is it. ]

TRANQUILITY:

[ Despite his hot temper, Gladiolus doesn't quite look out of place simply taking it easy, keeping a steady eye as he turns the page on the book his hands. It's some kind of trashy fantasy novel? He doesn't love being interrupted, but now seems like a good time to mess with him. For once, he isn't going to care. ]

Hmm, she was dead all along, huh. Wow. [ All totally deadpan. He turns another page. ] Didn't see that coming.

SOMETHING ELSE?

[ wildcard for anything else! ]

[ See, this? This is why he chose to stay inside and mind over his father and Luna. What lie ahead back in Eos was bad enough, but given the circumstances here? He's starting to wonder which situation holds the worst crap. Noctis finds himself wading through a mess, keen on getting back to the apartment as soon as possible before this night gets worse. But a voice yanks him backward, a deep and throaty sort of voice that can only belong to--]

Gladio?!

[ He rushes for it. Maybe it's a trick, maybe he's having an elaborate dream. But he thought as much in the face of Regis and Lunafreya and discovered how horribly wrong he was. This isn't the Keep, this isn't Niflheim. And Ardyn's manipulations have no hold here. No, a different sort of psycho runs the place. More than one, even. ]

[ Closing enough distance confirms it. His guard is right there... well. Guards. Noctis had gotten word of doubles delivering havoc to the city but he hadn't quite seen it for himself. He's not sure which one is which, and he isn't sure if the guy airing his personal grievances about failures is the one. He's never heard Gladio berate himself before. Noctis grits his teeth, fists clenched as he prepares himself from a distance. ]

Gladio! Right here!

[ Not likely the best idea, and before he can even attempt to come forward and help, something grabs him by the shoulder. ]

As if you could handle that. He's kicked your sorry ass since you were a kid.

What did you--

[ Noxtis turns to see he's got a similar situation. A double, darkened in his gaze despite a devious grin that takes hold. ]

He'a been right all along, you know. About how unworthy you are. How spoiled and unprepared you've always been? As if you could pry him off himself when you can barely hold your own.

Aw, great.

[ Either his double or the real thing seems to note Noct's sudden appearance. His double is definitely the one who spoke though, since he seems more than ready to stand back and watch the prince get attacked by the very same problem Gladiolus was dealing with. Even in the face of his doubts, Gladio would never shirk his duty. Of course, this means he's distracted enough for his double to land a few solid punches on him, but it takes a lot more than that to get Gladiolus to back down. ]

Outta my way! [ Gladio draws his sword and knocks his double away for now. He runs up to his prince and tries to place himself between the real thing and the fake. ] Noct! Are you okay?

[ I mean now they have two doubles to contend with, but seeing His Highness uninjured is at least something of a relief. One that won't last very long, as Gladio's double draws his sword now too. Shit. ]

[ Noctis doesn't need a double to remind him of his own guilt and holdups. He just prefers to keep them to himself. The prince furrows his brow and immediately shrugs his shoulder from the double's grasp, gritting his teeth as his blade emerges from thin air and into his hand. ]

[ As Gladio takes a stand between the two, Noctis takes a step back. He prepares himself, uncertain as to whether or not this guy is the harmful double. But he's forced to take his chances. Especially in considering the guy proudly took a few hits before skidding in front of him. ]

As okay as I can be. Where the hell did you come from?

[ Noctis' double takes his own blade shortly after the original, almost delighted in the face of this opportunity. He shrugs his shoulders after being so rudely shoved off of his original, keen to approach the double of his guard. ]

Can never have just a private talk. Gotta hide behind your buddies, who are only your buddies because they're paid to be. By the way.

[ So fine. He's happy in partnering up with Gladio's double to teach the two of them a lesson. The original Noctis, however, tightly grips the hilt of his blade. ]

How about we talk later, huh?

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You shut your trap.

[ Gladio snaps at Noctis' doppelganger, though the words seem to delight his double, who's quick to jump to the other Noct's side. ]

Wow, disrespecting His Highness? I didn't think you had it in you.

[ Gladio's double seems practically delighted, which only makes Gladio scowl harder. Gladio eyes both doppelgangers warily, watching their movements for any sign of difference. He's sparred with Noct plenty of times, his copy should have all the same tells. ]

Later works. [ He tilts his head at Noct. ] Think you can take "me" down? Leave the scrawny one to me.

[ Probably not the best time to joke, the words seem to grate on his doppelganger. ]

We all know you don't want to protect him! Keeping to your so-called duty is all that matters, huh?

[ Not that he'll have much choice, the other Gladio starts them off by swinging his sword out at them. Gladio is quick to switch to his shield to block the blow, hopefully that'll give Noct an opening before his own doppelganger decides to cut in. ]

[ Questioning how and why Gladio is here can be answered later, but Noctis selfishly revels in the comfort he feels in seeing someone else here that he can trust. At the incline of Gladio's head, Noctis meets him with the same, smirking a touch. ]

That really a question?

[ He does, however, frown at that last part. ]

Scrawny? As if--

[ Gladio's double strikes before he can even finish the voicing of his denial. Noctis meets the lowering of his sword with the curve of his own blade. The clash of metal echoes through the air, the prince gritting through his teeth. It's not the first time he's fought Gladio, double or not, and while he's not normally victorious? He's got enough confidence to get him through. Noctis pushes the double back, raising his blade and preparing for his first strike. ]

[ Noctis' double disappears in thin air, following a flash of blue light as he phases behind Gladio with intentions of striking. ]

You piss me off, you know? As if you know what it's like to deal with the weight of an entire kingdom. Who do you think you are?

[ The question is directed at Gladio, keen on doing its best in ruining the image of its original counterpart. ]

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[ A warp strike. It figures Noct's double would have his skills, too. Gladio turns and swaps to his shield, pushing back against the other Noct. ]

Easy, I'm his Shield.

[ He's often held back when fighting the prince, but this is pretty clearly not him. Gladio slices the air with his sword, hefting it around to try and knock Noctis' double and slash him through. ]

That's what I'm here for! He doesn't have to go it alone.

[ The other Gladio makes a similar move, his heavy blade echoing loudly as it bounced back from the clash. He follows it up with some barbed words of his own, flashing Noct a cocky smile. ]

Yeah, you love that, don't you, Noct? Leave everything to Gladio ad Iggy and you never have to have a care in the world.

[ Just as the double of Noctis' blade clashes with Gladio's shield, the loud clang following echoes in the dark. But it hardly seems to push him back much. As he pushes back, his boots skid along the dirt, only giving brief reprieve before seeking to knock Gladio off his feet. ]

Shield? All you're good for is criticizing and letting loose misplaced anger. You're jealous. Could see it from the beginning. You were jealous of a kid half your size, and you're jealous of a man set on a purpose you're simply meant to die for.

[ Noctis can hear his double, and their shared taunts are venomous. Burning through his ears and flesh and seeking to tear him to shreds. The look of pure anger and frustration can be seen by Gladio's double, and he'll be the one to feel the source of growing determination that bubbles in his chest from it. ]

Shut up!

[ To both of them. Gladio's correction is enough to give him confidence to prove him right. That he serves just as great a purpose as he, that he's grateful for it. Despite the differences and pushing, Noctis has never held ill-will for Gladio. Anger, maybe, but the guy has protected him since childhood. He may not need that protection, but he needs Gladio's help. ]

[ Noctis tosses his blade in the air, warping feet above Gladio's copy and attempting to use his air to get behind him, tossing it again to close their distance and gain momentum in his strike from behind. ]

[ Gladio grits his teeth through the double's words, shaking his head even as the words hit a little close to home. He hasn't been to Altissia yet, hasn't seen how bad things can get, but the same feelings lie within him. He'd never act on them, of course! Unless, you know, Luna died and Ignis lost his sight and-- well, it's a good thing none of that's happened yet. Gladio's still proud of his future king, he always will be. He doesn't envy Noct his burden, hell, that's why he knows he needs friends by his side to get him through it.

But there would be time for words and clearing things up later. Right now, Gladio is busy trying to knock the other Noct off his feet with a sweep of his giant blade. (He still looks like Noct, there's no way Gladio could bring himself to really hurt him, but a few broken bones ought to do.)

Doppelganger!Gladiolus notices this and laughs. ]

What, too scared to hurt your precious prince? When all he's done is hold you back?

[ ...which leaves him wide open for Noct to take down. Feel free to WARP STRIKE! 2.5 BONUS DAMAGE, Noct. ]

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[ Gladio and Noctis' relationship has always been rocky, but the structure it rests upon is sturdy. Strong. Noctis has looked to Gladio for guidance and support since childhood, and while they often have disagreements? He wouldn't change the relationship they have for the entire world. They're brothers. Brothers fight, argue, disagree. Each and every word that spills from his double is heavily blown out of proportion and clearly made to crack his and his friend's resolve. ]

[ While the words are harsh and cruel, they do nothing to shatter his armor. Noctis' anger is clear on his face, but it only seeks to fuel his energy and tactics. There is still a moment where his blade clashes with Gladio's double, where Noctis' copy seeks to brutally damage. Gladio's sweep of his blade throws the copycat prince off his feet, but another toss of his blade has him warping to a high streetlight. ]

[ The true Noctis sees that opening. He grits his teeth, working to commit to his mind that this is not Gladio. He switches gazes between the two only briefly. The fact that they look exactly the same doesn't make this easy, but there's no time to barter with his own feelings. With gritting teeth, he tosses his blade towards the copy which shifts its attention. He tosses it high, giving himself decent height where a flash of blue light sends him just above the target. Noctis turns it around, aiming the end of the sword's handle at the enemy where he strikes him on the head with hopes of knocking him cold. ]

You're done!

[ Damn, the copy's even got his warp-strikes down. So much for that plan. Gladio may be stronger, but Noct has speed on him. They train together too often for Gladio to give up that easy. Still it's not like Noct can't beat Gladio (if he really, really tries,) and this other Noct seems to at least have the drive that Noct usually lacks.

No offense, Noct. (Yes, offense, Noct.) Gladiou knows the best way to catch Noct off-guard is to taunt him and get in his head. If it works on the real thing, it should work on the double too. ]

What, running away already? Thought you were gonna tell me all about how I'm so jealous of you.

[ At least Gladio's double seems to have gone down without too much fuss. Without the loyalty and drive to protect his prince, he's no match for the two of them. The doppelganger is caught off guard and topples over, out like a light. Man, Gladio would be a bit embarrassed if he wasn't otherwise busy trying to keep Noct's double on his toes. He'll have all the time later for Noct to make fun of him, I'm sure. ]

-tired brofist- also omg I hope u app your Gladio is spectacular

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awwww shucks I'm just winging it

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[prompto had just been walking past, humming to a vidya song in his head and messing with his camera, when he hears the clear spoilers (of a book he isn't going to read, but--whatever!)]

Huh? I thought you were excited to read your book?

[he immediately turns on his heel and goes over to where gladiolus is sitting, grabbing a chair and turning it over so he can sit and rest his arms on the back of it.]

[he's going to be a pest]

Must not be so interesting...

[and brings his camera up to his face, snapping a shot of the other. he's probably used to this by now.]

It's okay. This is one of my favorite series.

[ wow, he's not even gonna mess with him or tell him to buzz off. He turns another page. ]

Everyone is dying, dunno how they'll make it out.

[ He actually sounds kind of bored??? Doesn't even react to the pictures... ]

[camera down, prompto looks quite concerned at gladiolus' lack of... everything in terms of emotion. that's odd, he thinks, because although gladiolus is a generally Composed Guy, he's pretty hotheaded when it comes to his emotions and has no problem showing his distaste or absolute love towards something (never forget the cup noodles hunt just for his sorry ass).]

[this lack of reaction that one of his "favorite series" is, something else, for sure.]

...are you sure you're okay? Hey! If you need to cry, I can just leave! No need to hold it in, big guy!

[he's standing]

[ Climbing a volcano to obtain the perfect eggs for the perfect Cup Noodles is perfectly legit.

Gladio gives him a look. This may actually be the most emotion he's going to show right now. ]

Why would I do that?

[ Actually, why did he even start reading at all? He'll just. Stop. Right at the big climax of the book and close it. It seems pointless now... ]

[standing as he is, prompto gives gladiolus A Look... looks to his side, wondering if noctis or ignis are around to also see this happening. ??? gladiolus loves his books? what?]

--why did you stop?

[he's concerned]

[(is gladio going to kick his ass for speaking out of place?!)]

Uh.

You're acting weird right now, you know...

Dunno. Not feeling it.

[ Gladio sees that Look... and he just shrugs. HE AIN'T EVEN MAD? Very strange indeed. ]

Weird how?

[prompto has concluded that gladiolus must be sick.]

--you're just reacting all, calm, I guess?

[gladiolus' middle name is NoChill as far as prompto is concerned. he raises a hand to press to the other's forehead, is impressed at not receiving a reprimand for it and at the lack of a sign of a fever]

[thoughtfully perching his chin onto his hand now, arms crossed, he wonders,]

Maybe you're hungry? Ah! Want some Cup Noodles~?

What, I'm not always calm?

[ Wait. He may not raise his voice or anything, but even Gladio has to admit that sounded out of character for him. ]

Hm, yeah, you're right. This is weird.

[ Cup Noodles though... could that be enough to snap him out of it? ]

...I guess?

[ CALL A HEALER, HE DOESN'T SEEM ALL THAT EXCITED ABOUT CUP NOODLES ]

Dude... Gladio, you're not even excited for Cup Noodles?

[he misses the booming voice that proclaims hell yeah! at the mere suggestion of cup noodles for dinner. especially with behemoth meat, or eggs--]

Ah! Would you like to see the pictures I've saved of Cindy~?

[that always sends the both of them into a fit of banter; prompto never stood a chance with her, but hey... he wants gladiolus to be back to normal!!]

Not that I'm purposely saving pictures of her, or anything!

[he's quick to sit down again, going through his camera's storage. cindy, cindy...]

[ ...or shrimp. Don't forget shrimp!! ]

I mean, do you have any?

[ He certainly won't turn down free cup noodles. In fact, something that almost sounds like excitement even makes its way into his tone. You know the way to his heart, Prompto. Hot girls and cup noods. ]

Sure you're not. [ Ah, Tranquility still allows for sarcasm, apparently. ] Let's see 'em.

don't mock him..no one can compare to gladio.......

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we can't all have this bod (no one. no one can.)

manspreading - 2017-01-24 05:31 (UTC) - Expand

plenty of gladio to go around at least

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he is happy to provide his services

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!! oohh i saw you reserved.. :)

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I couldn't resist....

manspreading - 2017-01-31 03:42 (UTC) - Expand

i'm so excited!! it's gonna be fun ;-;

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finally submitted my app today heh

manspreading - 2017-02-05 04:52 (UTC) - Expand

!!! i'm so excited for this cast... might you have plurk??

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yasss I do feel free to add me it's @cantito!

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+_+

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[ Lunafreya only knows snippets of Gladiolus, the majority of her knowledge stemming from a general awareness of the Amicitia bloodline as it relates to the kings of Lucis. The rest she's gleaned from the notes and letters she's exchanged with Noctis through their shared journal over the years, and while the prince's opinion of the man had started out rather poorly, Lunafreya can't deny that he regards Gladio with a high degree of respect and affection. The picture Noctis has painted of Gladiolus' character has left Lunafreya with a certain sense of wonder and awe, and the literal vision of him hefting a broadsword as long as her body only serves to further drive the point home.

She'd heard the sounds of combat from a ways away, and when she arrives on the scene, it's with a lengthy, crudely-made lance in hand. It's not more than an oversized toothpick, really; upon closer inspection, one may notice that it appears to have been a former broom handle given a second life, both of its ends carved into wicked points. Lunafreya stops short of rushing headlong into battle at the sight of Gladio, though she quickly springs into action as one of the oversized bugs manages to shift behind him. ]

Sir Amicitia! [ She calls even as she rushes in. The Oracle has never been much of a combatant, but she decisively brings the point of her lance (if it can even be called that) down into the carapace of what appears to be an overly large beetle. Luna makes sure to keep low to the ground, lest Gladio's blade decides to swing overhead. ] While I do not doubt that you have this situation under control, allow me to render assistance as best as I am able!

[ Don't mind her. She's just attempting to shake the still very much alive beetle off of her lance, waving one of her hands towards it as a small pillar of light shoots through its thorax. It's nothing like the one she used against Leviathan back on Eos, but it certainly is flashy... and effective. ]

[ Gladio's only seen Lunafreya in pictures, years ago, when Noct was still a kid and he felt the need to show off his friend and betrothed when asked if he was sure he hadn't dreamt her up or something. It's definitely not Noct's fault, Gladious got a kick out of teasing the prince even at that age. It builds character. But he knows of the Oracle, has seen the headlines and kept up the news. He can't be sure that the Tenebraean princess is the same girl joining him in battle now, but if she knows his name -- his family's name, then she's at least a friend of the Crown.

And she can do light magic. Well, that narrows things down by a lot. ]

Luna? [ Dang, that is rude to address Noct's fiancee by just her nickname but Gladio's also a bit busy smashing bugs under the weight of his sword. Confusion and introductions can wait for later. (Though with the creatures they've faced on their journey, Gladio has no doubt these monsters will be dispatched easily enough.) ]

Try not to get in the way.

[ He means that in the best way possible, and even appreciates the fact that she's staying low, out of range for his long, wide swings. In seconds, his shield dissipates, freeing his hands to lift and slam his sword down on more of the bugs. There's hardly a creature in sight that could rival the size of it anyway, so it totally works. ]

[ If Lunafreya notices the informalities in the way Gladio addresses her, she shows no sign of it. ] Indeed, [ She manages with a small, shaky smile, doing as she's bade by stepping aside. Seeing the shield of the king work is much like watching a force of nature, and Luna feels that Gladio works best when he doesn't have to worry about beheading her with that humongous sword of his.

The Oracle makes it her mission to watch his back, dispatching the brave insects that deem it wise to sneak up behind him. It isn't long before her own weapon begins to crack and splinter in her hands, leaving her to use whatever magic she has at her disposal to fend off the seemingly neverending onslaught of bugs coming their way. Lunafreya keeps an eye on Gladio while working to keep the bugs off of him, ensuring that he isn't injured before turning her attentions back towards the veritable horde scuttling their way. ]

When I first arrived, [ She says breathlessly, her "lance" splintering into pieces as she drives it into an unfortunate arachnid. ] I had the distinct pleasure of encountering lumbering plant daemons. I see that your own welcoming committee is far less hospitable. [ How Lunafreya can joke in a situation like this is anyone's guess, but she works under the assumption that Gladio might appreciate the levity of her words. Her astral energies are far less potent in Hadriel than they are on Eos, but she possesses enough to erect a protective barrier between herself and the few bugs daring to scramble over the corpses of their fallen comrades, making their way towards her. ]

I've no doubt that you can do this all day, Sir Amicitia, but may I suggest a tactical retreat...? [ Lunafreya ventures, focusing her attentions on avoiding the swings of Gladio's sword once more. ] I am certain that Noctis would be cheered by your presence, and I fear that I do not possess even a quarter of the endurance that you have--

[ Lunafreya drops low, bringing down her temporary shield in favor of blasting a few more insects with light. She can't clear a path, compromised as her abilities are, but with some help she could probably make a bit of headway. ] Our residence is not far from here. Whenever you are ready, I can show you the way?

[ Ask Noctis, Gladiolus is certainly no stranger to bantering mid-battle. He chuckles at Lunfreya's comment, even tosses her an approving nod as he tears through several of the insects with his blade. Her support is welcome, for all that Gladio would never say it aloud. His time on the road had given the time to grow accustomed to support in battle. ~~Aw, Gladio, you've grown up. Good for you.~~ ]

Well, don't I feel special. Must be my lucky day! [ Not that he enjoys fighting bugs of varying sizes and levels of monstrosity, but he does rather enjoy fighting so the irony in his voice isn't as heavy as it could be. Normally he would argue that ending the beasts would save them all a headache later, but Luna said the all the right words to get Gladio's attention. Mainly, that a certain prince was to be found. ]

Noct is here? [ Gladio seems both relieved and concerned to hear it, of course. A strange place wrought with bugs is no place for the future king of Lucis, but then without Gladiolus by his side that kid is hopeless. With his giant sword, he cuts a swath ahead of them, going by Lunafreya's magic to lead them out of the worst of the mess. ]

Kid's hopeless without me. [ He smirks. ] Lead the way.

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Gladiolus Amicitia | FFXV

Confusion - But this mun is so ridiculously happy right now

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>D

>9

:D spoilers for ffxv chapter 9+ oops

:> !! Sorry for the delay! Work was pretty brutal but I am back!

no worries!! work got me too orz

tranquility - smol meets swole

/flexes

/snaps pictures

more like takes a million selfies we all know the truth prompto

listen can't get enough of THIS face

lbr gladio would do the same thing if it was his camera

and we would all appreciate him for it

gladiolus "i'm not a model the camera just caught me shirtless" amicitia

prompto shaking his fist in the background..

maybe you'll have a 6-pack one day prompto

fear!

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