04--video

[shatterings]

[ The video flickers on and Naminé's looking incredibly unsettled. She's quiet for a while until she opens the door of her room. There, standing in the hallway, are two Meowstics--one female, one male--and a lone Espurr. Kind of like this, with the Espurr right in the middle. Standing. Staring.

Quietly, Naminé turns the camera toward herself. ]

When we woke up, we found them like this. I... I'm not sure why they're doing this.

... Is this normal?

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[dressofheaven]

[Talos rises up to his full height and brings out his most intense heraldic voice for this one.]

They who are under the protection of the Mistress are guarded by us, her loyal warriors! We will shelter them from all blows, lay waste to those who would harm them, trample their enemies underfoot as we would for Her. In our company they shall know no fear, for they shall know we stand between them and any danger, yes, even Arceus itself we will defy, we who are fortunate enough to serve our Mistress, Ilyasviel von Einzbern!

In other words, they have standing orders to keep you safe and make anyone who tries to hurt you pay. Dearly.

And we are proud to see those orders carried out!

[shatterings]

Loyal warriors... [ Naminé thinks that over, and when Ilya speaks, she looks a bit stunned. ] Oh-- thank you.

[ Because honestly, it's that which makes her more surprised and caught off-guard more than Talos's tone. Having people to protect her... It's a feeling she never really thought she'd experience. But it's one she doesn't want to let slip away. ]

[dressofheaven]

[His speech finished, Talos lowers himself back down and gazes into Namine's eyes while Ilya holds in laughter.]

You are welcome.

[shatterings]

[ She's a little at loss for words, but she definitely notices Ilya's trying not to laugh. She looks back at Talos, folding her hands in front of her. ]

Well... it's wonderful to finally meet you, Talos. Ilya has... told me about you.

[dressofheaven]

Indeed? And how did the Mistress describe me?

Oh quit fishing for compliments! I only told her you were a powerful steel and psychic type who can speak to people telepathically.

And so I am! And so I do!

[shatterings]

It was a bit of a surprise when she told me you could speak that way. I'd never heard anything like it before.

[dressofheaven]

Mere child's play for a psychic of my caliber. All I need do is form my thoughts into words and push them at your mind, and behold, the gift of understanding!

Trust you to make it sound so simple.

Ha! But Mistress, for me it issimple!

I suppose that's a fair point. [She can't help but be amused by him sometimes.]

[shatterings]

But it's still an incredible ability... You shouldn't sell yourself so short.

[ ... Though, she doesn't even consider taking her own advice. ]

[dressofheaven]

Ha, but I do no such thing! Don't you see? I am telling you that I am capable of much, much greater things. Perhaps you will be privileged enough to see some of them.

We'll see. [Though if Namine's there when Ilya battles, it's likely only a matter of time. Talos is a staple of her team.]

[shatterings]

I hope I will.

[ Really, she's looking forward to seeing Ilya battle. She must be amazing. ]

[dressofheaven]

Well, that will come sooner or later. I suppose I'll be taking on Kanto's elite teams eventually, if nothing else.

I look forward to it! Have you ever seen a battle between Pokemon at their maximum level of potential, Namine?

[shatterings]

[ She shakes her head, and she can't help but feel pretty excited! ]

I haven't, but I would really like to.

[dressofheaven]

Then we shall make certain you are given the opportunity!

Of course we will. You're welcome to come along to any of my battles, Namine.

[shatterings]

Thank you, both. I'll make sure to see them for myself some time.

[dressofheaven]

Maybe they'll give you some ideas for a picture or two.

[shatterings]

I'll be sure to bring my sketchbook, then.

[dressofheaven]

You hear that, Talos? I'm expecting some excellent poses out of you.

But Mistress, most of my moves are purely mental.

Meteor. Mash.

... You raise a good point.

[shatterings]

.... Meteor Mash?

[dressofheaven]

[Ilya chuckles.] One of Talos's most powerful attacks. It... no, I think I'll let you see it for yourself next time I fight.

[shatterings]

[ It's pretty self-explanatory, Naminé thinks, but... ]

I'll look forward to it, then.

[dressofheaven]

In the meantime, let's take advantage of the pleasant day and sit out here for a while.

[Away from the psychotic psychic cat.]

[shatterings]

Mm. If we had some sort of refreshment, I think that would make it even more perfect.

[ Aww Goggle's not... that bad. ]

[dressofheaven]

[Says the girl who posted to the network scared of her.]

Now that's not a bad idea. Cerberus. Fetch us a pair of drinks.

[The houndoom springs into action, bounding back towards the building at high speed, amusing Ilya.]

She always leaps to her commands...

Perhaps she worries she does not do enough for you, Mistress.

[shatterings]

[ To be fair, Kairi did... tell her that this is normal? ]

She's very fast. And... I'm sure she does more than enough. Is that right, Ilya?

[dressofheaven]

All of them do. I have no disappointments in my team.

You wouldn't allow them.

[Ilya laughs.] True, true.