VIDEO - UN: REDMAGE

[adelphoi]

[ there is a fair amount of.. fiddling and movement as alisaie sets her omni down upon a wooden surface - possibly a table? - and adjusts it to face toward her with a squint. a small young elezen woman sits across from you! ]

I've no idea if this is even working..

[ she's frowning into the feed, but finally she seats herself on a rickety bench. wherever she is, she's outdoors somewhere, the grey sky overhead, the chill wind tossing her hair. she opens her mouth to speak, closes it again, opens it again.. and sighs. ]

My apologies. Mayhaps I should have written a script. I'm not particularly good at.. this.

[ this being addressing a bunch of people via a video network, apparently. she's gotten much better at speaking with people over the years, but broadcasting yourself is something else entirely!! alisaie fidgets nervously, but finally seems to find her words, because she's making a fool of herself in front of all of trench, gods. she clears her throat. ]

My name is Alisaie Leveilleur, I've arrived only recently, so I thought it only right to introduce myself. I've yet to figure out exactly what to do with myself, so I am happy to offer my hands, should anyone have need of them. I am far stronger than I look, so I could help with any building or repairs, or cleaning, or if you've a mind to learn the art of the red mage, I am happy to teach insomuch as I am able.

[ she has no idea what people's magickal capabilities are like here.. ]

It is elemental magick, so if you have the capability and would like to learn more, I am happy to help.

[ a beat. she fidgets awkwardly again. ]

Well, that is - oh! If anyone happens to know of anyone who lived on a world called Hydaelyn, please let me know. Most especially if that person happens to look very much like me.

I suppose that's all. Thank you for your time.

Comments

[forwantofahorse]

it's... difficult to summarize. on my planet, magic has theoretically limitless power. as long as you have the determination and the vision, you can impose your will on your own "world" or the worlds of anyone who shares your intent, and shape it to your desire. it's a wonderful thing.

it's also very... fragile. it can affect your own "world," but it takes great effort and what many people would call cheap tricks in order to make an impact on the wider world around you. and if someone who's strongly opposed to magic learns of your "world," then it falls apart quickly. that's why magic users typically have covens where their can share their "worlds" with others that they trust and stay away from wider civilization.

that's why i doubt i'll have the same power when it comes to, er, red magic. it has an impact that the magic on my world can very rarely muster.

[adelphoi]

[ .. huh. ]

What you describe sounds something like Creation Magick to me, though I can't say I understand what you mean by "world."

[forwantofahorse]

"world" is a vague way to put it, but it's hard to define... if you pressed me, the best i could describe it is the way you imprint your sense of self on the wider world around you

regardless, i'm interested in at least making an attempt to learn this elemental magic of yours. it's difficult to defend myself with my brand of magic here in trench, if not downright impossible

[adelphoi]

Well, I am perfectly happy to teach you all that I can. Even if you cannot learn red magicks, I can show you how to use a sword well enough to defend yourself - and even how to channel your own magicks into the blade, to strengthen it. It is absolutely imperative that you know how to look after yourself in a place like this!

should i hit up a wildcard prompt on alisaie's event tl for a meetup?

[forwantofahorse]

[Sayo isn't sure she even has aether. But how can she resist an offer to learn real, genuine magic?]

considering how dangerous trench is, i'd be a fool to not take you up on your offer if you'll have me. where and when should i properly introduce myself?

you can do that sure, or we can transition to action here, whatever's clever!!

[adelphoi]

Hmm, well am I to assume you have no rapier of your own? We may as well meet in Prufrock, to garner one for you.

[ she's killed a few monsters, she's got some bits for barter! ]

i'll hit up your tl to make it easier for ac, then!

[forwantofahorse]

oddly enough, when i tried that initiation ozpin-san held out of curiosity i was given a sidesword to defend myself—hopefully that will do, i don't want to strain your finances! i'll view it as a fortuitous coincidence nudging me toward your tutelage, haha

(i performed dismally, in case you were wondering)

sounds good!

[adelphoi]

It won't handle quite like a rapier, but we can make it work, I'm sure.

[ sayo won't hear her chuckling, alas. ]

And you needn't worry, I was quite terrible with a blade when first I picked it up. All it takes is practice and time.