Video | Clickclickbloom

[onekindsoul]

[The feed opens up to the front of a brick building with a sign hanging out the front that might look familiar to anyone that had been around in the dream.

A beat passes before Ruby Rose steps out in an old checkered suit looking very much like a used car salesman.]

Are you fed up with feeling defenseless during crazy judgement fueled rampages?
Tired of weird guys claiming to be god pissing off the local deities?
Sick of toddlers coming around and burning down your house?
Absolutely annoyed with the fact that your sword isn't also a gun!?
...Miffed about the usual monster related problems plaguing our world?

Well have I got a solution for you!

[Ruby whips out her massive scythe which she swings once before it folds up into it's rifle form. She cocks it and aims at the camera.]

Come on down to The Roses Thorns and solve your problems the good old fashioned way! With high powered weaponry!

I've been making weapons ever since I was baby- Or well maybe like eleven to thirteen to be more accurate. But that's pretty much baby. And I have a proven track record of making awesome weapons back in the dream just take a look for yourself!

[She steps inside the building revealing a very classy forge decorated with various weapons, and large cold blood gems of roses, butterflies and little dogs.

She approaches the table and picks up a guitar.]

Like this! Just a normal guitar, right? WRONG!

[She flips a switch on it and strums a note only for a burst of flame to shoot out from the guitar head.]

And just incase the fire doesn't do the trick, it also doubles as a spear!

[Don't mind her as she demonstrates the guitar turning into a spear. She twirls it around and accidentally knocks over a pile of other weapons. There's a light yelp as everything clatters but she's quick to go back into character.]

We've got tons of options and can make you the perfect weapon for you!

[She holds up a few examples including a circular shield that sprouts out into a Buzzsaw blade. A prosthetic arm with a gun in it's forearm. She stops briefly on a a cane and looks confused for quick second. ]

Huh, How did that get in there? That's Ozpin's- It's kind of lame and boring- but-

[And she gives it a twirl before pointing to the camera.]

Come on down to The Roses Thorns and check out our inventory or get prices on custom weapons!

Because if you aren't armed you're doing it wrong!

Comments

Video; UN Lothrat

[ezra_of_lothal]

Making me miss the first 'saber I built that was also a gun, Ruby.

[onekindsoul]

Holy snap!?

Seriously!?

That's so cool-

We could always recreate if you want?

I have always wanted to make one of those.

un: younghuman | video

[terriblepurpose]

[There is a specific word in Galach for intrigued by a dubiously hazardous offer, which is how Paul would describe his facial expression when it comes into slightly crooked frame, his brow faintly creased as he puffs a stray dark curl away from his eye.]

Do you have anything less...ostentatious?

[onekindsoul]

[Ruby blinks once or twice in response to this.

She's made jokes about how Paul views the world before but she didn't think his hair got in his face THAT bad.]

Uh yeah. Sure.

But... I don't think anything I've made looks too much like an ostrich.

Are you thinking more like a sword or something with a smaller handle?

[fabrications]

A scythe that's also a gun and a guitar that's also a flamethrower certainly sound like weapons that a 13-year-old would come up with.

[ He cannot admit that, actually, these all kind of rule. ]

What do you have for weapons that can be easily concealed?

[onekindsoul]

I mean- I was probably around eleven when I first came up with Crescent Rose. But it took a little longer to make.

[Ruby is absolutely missing the point.]

Oh! Well that depends- I've done daggers before. I could do retractable ones that can shoot out the blade. Or charge them elementally with some cold blood.

What sort of weapons do you usually use?

video | un: mister_hatter

[payingfordeliverance]

Is there anything you can't do, Miss Ruby...?

[Accompanied by a warm chuckle. The fond, impressed compliment of a doting adopted uncle --

-- yeah no, Break is a forward thinking guy who is already hunting for wedding presents on the grounds that he might have to commission some stuff and while Ange is simple in this regard Ruby is making him nuts. Ruby likes weapons. Ruby does not need anyone else to give her weapons because the weapons she makes herself are inevitably...look, what is he supposed to do against a flaming guitar. This conversation is spoiling reconnaissance.]

[onekindsoul]

I have never found out how many licks it takes to get to the center of a tootsie pop.

[Spoken with a tone that seems utterly serious but light hearted about it.]

I guess I am pretty talented outside of that.

[Video] username: justanadventurer

[aetherweaver]

... You'd get along well with the people at Garlond Ironworks. Nero, especially.

[If they could stand each other...]

Do you do... simpler weapons? Not that this isn't impressive, really - but I don't need my scythe to be a gunblade or anything like that.

[onekindsoul]

Oh yeah? You'll have to tell me about them sometime.

[She taps her chin in thought briefly but she does nod.]

I do- It's just more common where I come from to be able to switch between melee and ranged on the fly.

But I do have an appreciation for the classics too.

video; un: AskMalice

[slayerskiss]

Well, I lost most of my collection after... well, y'know, so this feels like an opportunity for a major upgrade.

[She grins. The gun scythes, the gun spears, the flame guitars...]

I figure I'll probably need your expertise, though.

[onekindsoul]

[Ruby gives a light ugh sound into the mic. But she gives a nod.]

You're telling me- I lost so much hard work during all of that.

[But her eyes light up at the idea.]

That I can help with though!

Any sort of weapon of choice? Might give us a good starting ground.

video; un: joker

[stealhearted]

I thought having a normal gun and some knives was pretty cool, but I think I've been out-cooled.

How do I make my normal knives cooler. Can I put a gun in the knives?

[onekindsoul]

You've just been hit by, you've been struck by-

someone too cool for school!

Literally- It kind of exploded and I never went back.

We are totally putting a gun in your knives! Or- Making it so your gun shoots knives- or making it so your knives shoot guns!

That last one was a joke!

voice: un: conquerorking

[towards_okeanos]

Can you make a retractable spear that also freezes targets?

[Look, he has very specific preferences.]

That's also well-balanced. The guitar one looks pretty bottom heavy. I can't see someone swinging it with ease, being the shape it is.

[onekindsoul]

I could probably do that!
I've made something similar for someone here before-
The freezing is easy enough with cold blood- I've got an abundance of that-

[It's her. She's the cold blood.]

...You've got a good eye. I might need to find a lighter weight material for it. Something that'll keep it's integrity despite the change.

un: FLYHIGH (video)

[asas]

[ shoyo seems to be . . . vibrating, at another frequency that the omni can't quite catch without looking a little blurry—? he screams.

that's it, that's the tag. ]

[onekindsoul]

[Okay. She absolutely adores this. She's so glad someone else is excited to see great craftsmanship.]

...Do you want one too?

[Video] un: QueenCobra

[abornfighter]

I'm curious as to what you'd come up with for me. I'm thinking something gold and black and dragon themed, but everything else can be artist's choice.

[Originally it would have been Cobra Kai specifically, but since she's also begun training with Sasuke's ninja school and winding up with a dragon for her Omen, this is what feels right to her.]

[onekindsoul]

Black and gold with a dragon theme?

You know- That does feel a little too easy.

[She taps her chin in thought briefly as she goes over her options.]

You do a lot of hand to hand fighting too, right? How do you feel about a pair of gauntlets? I could fit them with guns or like some little flame throwers if you really want to go with the dragon theme.

audio - UN: CentaurTesticle

[alternia_strength]

[There's a growling sound from the other end, followed by a sigh.]

My think-pan is returned to ... normalcy. I believe that I have managed to assuage my neighbor sufficiently that I am not going to accost his customers over petty theft again. [AHEM] I have also dismantled the murder bot. Thankfully it did not actually complete, though the exsanguination process was troublesome for my health last month. Regardless... the point being that I am ...

Myself again. [Grumble grumble.] Contact me regarding mechanized parts. Also, have you looked into this blood process of infusing items? I have one of these... moon drop .... things. It might be of use in creating a weapon enhancement. I do not know for sure.

[One that he would find soo very useless.]

[onekindsoul]

Look-

I wasn't exactly doing this to call everyone out. I know this place messes around with our minds sometimes and we go to like- extremes that we normally wouldn't.

But I'm glad you're doing alright and that no one was seriously hurt.

I am kind of interested to hear about a murder bot though- That sounds cool.

[She thinks about this briefly and taps her chin.]

But I'm definitely willing to work with you on something- Why don't we take a look at some of the parts you've got and this moon drop.

I haven't really worked with either before but I'd be willing to try.

[ video | un: keith ]

[tempredmental]

[Keith was looking pretty roughed up. Exhausted, pale, ragged... his hair had a slight purple sheen to it, and, at the right angles, a new thin streak of pale violet, almost white hair sprouting from near his left temple.]

Those are pretty cool.

[Normally, he might sound a little more enthusiastic about those weapons, but his voice sounded tired.]

[onekindsoul]

[Ruby's good eye has a sympathetic twinge to it as she sees Keith's condition. It reminds her of how Lance had looked a few months back.]

They are. Back home we had a pretty big monster problem- It helped to be kind of creative with how we handled them.

[She gives a little bit of a shrug.]

You're more than welcome to stop by and take a look at them sometime.

video | un: K

[obeir]

You had me at the sword that's also a gun. That's very relevant to my interests. [ Even if it's maybe a bit basic to start with. But if it's fully customised... Hmmm. He smiles. ] It's nice to see you back in business.

[ There's a pause as he considers something else that's been on his mind since Mako's unexpected disappearance. Though he doesn't want to bring down Ruby's mood with the reminder of those who are gone, it feels important to mention: ] I can help maintain the safe houses, by the way. I mean I've already been doing that. Making sure they're well supplied, keeping them clean... [ He tilts his head. ] Figured I should let you know. [ So Ruby can fully focus on her business without worry, if she wants to. Maintaining the safe houses goes hand-in-hand with K's work at the Sanctuary, so he hardly minds stepping up to do more. ]

[onekindsoul]

I see someone here is a man of culture! I appreciate that-

[She notices the change and tone and she nervously sort of rubs at her arm briefly. This wasn't exactly an easy decision but it was one that felt like the best move for her.]

Yeah- I've noticed that. And I appreciate your help-

I don't want to make it look like I'm abandoning the project or anything but-

Well it's not something that I want to abandon... But Mako was a lot better at a lot of the logistics for that. I'm a bit more of a do-er I guess.

But if you're offering to help with that we can always make it a joint venture.

voice: un: vi

[faceblocks]

[if you aren't armed you're doing it wrong. it's a fabulous closer. and the guitar that's a spear that shoots fire? it's not her vibe, but fuck. this is some quality gear ...and she can think of at least one person back home (two if she wants to be sad about it) that would appreciate the hell out of this.]

A hundred percent sold.

I'm in the market for something wearable. [she was thinking some kind of belt but after seeing the scope and enthusiasm...] You got anything in boots?

[onekindsoul]

You wont be disappointed! I guarantee it!

[She does look a little thoughtful at the question though. There... Was one person she knew who used guns in his boots. And while she didn't really like that person- she thought his still could use a bit of redemption.]

You looking for something that packs a punch? I could give your legs some stopping power with a few high powered blasts.

Or we could stick in some retractable blades on them.

video; un: lady

[dohaeris]

[rose thorns, that's cute. didn't the tyrells have an ancestor they called longthorn, or something like that? sansa smiles.]

Your weapons are very clever. Do you do any kind of ordinary smithing at all? I'm sure it's not as interesting as what you've made, but I could pay you. I always need buckles and fastenings, and scraps of chain or armor can look very well in clothing. Any little trinket that can be sewn onto a garment would be a help, truly. Performers are always looking for new things to wear.

And if you ever need straps for anything, or something to be sewn, I should be very glad to help in kind.

[onekindsoul]

I can take on boring jobs- I guess.

Not that there's anything wrong with something a little more classic. They just aren't as common where I'm from these days.

Oh- Buckles, fastenings and bits of chain. Those are like number one when it comes to my kind of fashion.

You've got yourself a deal.

Video; un: darkness

[survivalthroughhate]

You've been making them since you were thirteen? That makes you....what, fourteen?

[Yes, Maul knows full well Ruby is older than that, he just can't help but mess with her a little bit]

[onekindsoul]

...Wow! I am an adult!

I swear!

People will make me up on this one.

video; un: ushiromiya

[entreats]

Ruby, a guitar that turns into a flamethrower-spear is guaranteed to accidentally murder someone during a performance.

[ ...

It's her way of saying 'honey, you're doing a great job', I promise... Y-You're doing great, Ruby sweetie!!! Sorry that you have a fiancee who can't express emotions in public!! ]

[onekindsoul]

...Hopefully that person is a real jerk, right?

[Look. She knows Ange's love language by now. She is pretty sure she is trying to be as supportive as she can.]

video; un: endless

[manyone]

[ GASP. ]

Oh, those are simply fantastic!

[onekindsoul]

You think so!?

I thought you had good taste.

Maybe we can look into getting one for you too.

Video | un: londonstar

[slightlytaller]

[It had to be the scythe, or maybe the cloak. Perhaps it was even the overarching theme of her fashion, which focused on layers in different shades of complimentary colors in a style that would have been adored by the punk scene paired with her upbeat, quirky personality.

Waver Velvet still looked at Ruby Rose and couldn't help but think of Gray. While he was immensely glad his apprentice hadn't arrived in Trench, he still missed her.

Life wasn't the same without her. ]

... Congratulations on opening your business to the public. That commission I asked to collaborate with you on for a mutual friend is nothing short of impressive, and I'll put a good word in for you any time you need it.

[And, on a more casual note: ]

It would be neat to team up with you on a project again. I've refined my skills, from the last time.

[onekindsoul]

[Any notions that Ruby might have reminded him of someone else were lost on her. But she smiled brightly at his words.]

Thank you and I'm glad it turned out well- It's nice to kind of be operating out somewhere more official now.

I mostly did it in my basement before the house burned down-

This is a nice change of pace.

[She flashes him a thumbs up.]

I'd love that- Seriously if we both improve who knows what kind of crazy things we could build next.

video; un: xX_coolbonebabe_Xx

[lipochrome]

Man, I am tired of weird old guys pretending to be God. They always kill my vibe.

You think a sword with a gun would take him out?

[onekindsoul]

Honestly? After hearing everything he put you through. I don't blame you there at all. If it makes you feel any better- My uh grandpa, wizard, guy. He uh doesn't exactly have the best track record in the world either.

But he's kind of working on it.

But I think we can make something to help you out with your problem- There's gotta be something we can rig up to show him what's what. You can go at him with a few bullets with like "Suck it god!" or maybe just his name written on them.

But seriously what kind of name is John anyways?

It's not even a colour.

video; UN: seeingtheworld

[schoolingfish]

[And suddenly there's a fourteen year old boy on screen.]

I don't know how to use any weapons, but I am tired of being completely helpless when all this stuff happens. Would you be able to make something really easy to use that doesn't take a lot of strength?

[onekindsoul]

[Ruby is absolutely delighted to see this. She was running around with a giant scythe at fifteen... So she doesn't really see a problem with this.]

That's a good way to look at it. It'll help you protect the people around you too. You're friends will love it.

I could probably do that- How do you feel about swords? Or is there something you think you might like to try out?

video; un: quibbler

[creidim]

[ Oh, Luna is HYPE. ]

You're making your weapons again—!

[ She's just grinning wildly, she loves this. Yes, Ruby. ]

... You know, I'm sorely tempted to buy that guitar for Peter.

[onekindsoul]

[Ruby is absolutely feeding off that HYPE energy.]

I am, I am~! It's been too long.

[Don't mind her there is a sputtering but joyful laugh at that idea.]

This one is spoken for at the moment but I'd be more than happy to get one especially for Peter.

...Do you think he'd be okay with the fire? Or should we do something else for him?

video | un: sharpshooter

[azurestar]

[His mouth is slightly agape because it's like she's speaking straight to his soul and all the things he likes and has experienced.]

Man, where do I even start? Do I play a song about how awesome gun swords are or ask you if that flamethrower spear guitar is in tune first?

[onekindsoul]

...The song might be better-

I'm actually not really sure how to tune a guitar-

I could probably figure it out but I'm not an expert.