[Dialogue] The Calling (Simon & Zazue)

Ra · Sep 29, 2016

The Luminous One

You two have requested to become one with Ra's vision; the vision of peace, prosperity, and natural order. For one reason or another, you have seen that the chaos that has entered this world from both human corruption and involvement from Gods that have violated the boundaries that Fate has placed so delicately. You have realized that the natural beauty of the world has turned perverted. For those reasons, you have chose to fight for the sanctity of the world.

With such contrasting personalities, it is to much surprise that the younger of the two shines brightest. When requesting access into the Cattle, the young spoke louder but held less presence. It is with your courage to see out what is right that shows me you are with no doubts ready. However, the one that wears the coat shows resistance veiled over his potential. I do not find concern in your readiness as the rebirth will enlighten you and bring you to the mindset that you must be. My question to ask is this:

Are you ready?

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@Simon Volkner // @Zazue Volkner // NOTE: Actions should be very minimal. This is a dialogue-only thread.

Zazue Volkner · Sep 29, 2016

Ẓazue

"I. . .I like peace, it would be good to participate in a movement which brings it about. I'm confident me and my brother can help you in your quest for peace, prosperity and umm. . . helping natural order."

Hiding behind his brother Zazue refused to make to much eye contact with the one known as Ra. He tried forcing a smile which was obviously fake as he looked to the elder of the two to do more of the talking. "So what will you do for us, we aren't just in it to help you after. . .after all." Stumbling and tripping over his words was an obvious sign he was heavily nervous.

▼olkner

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@Simon Volkner @Ra

I 'll try to keep actions minimal but its crucial to the character.

Simon Volkner · Sep 30, 2016

Simon Volkner

Whose up for a bad time?..

Before him it existed: living proof that gods were real..or had it? One's conjecture had not swayed now nor would it ever-- glorified human beings assuming power over others for their own selfish convictions, what a joke. Who were they to suddenly descend upon earth and "impart their wisdom" on others? Would their "guidance" within these "familias" help him survive any easier than he himself had been now? That question remained unanswered it seemed. After adventuring in this filth-ridden world for two years, he knew all-too-well the talk of these "great beings" and their importance to climbing the tower. With one such man now approaching not only him but his younger brother, he couldn't help but...be a bit on edge?

He gave a light sigh, his wide grin seeming to shine brighter than ever as his eyes narrowed. "You see, while my over-zealous brother is all gung-ho for joining your "Praise The Sun" brigade.." He slid his hands into his pockets, a serious tone overwhelming his default chilled sound "..I'm a bit more hesitant on the matter. Actually, you could go as far as to say I don't care for you at all." The man spoke in tongues...anyone who speaks in tongues deserves the hacksaw. Beginning to pace a bit in the tainted alleyway, he began picking apart the man's rhetoric.

"First things first; we ain't no cattle. I don't know what kinda slaughter house you're runnin' but if you're here to put my little bro in harm's way?" The air around him grew tense, his hands beginning to emit a light blue hue "I've never killed a god before..but I'm not afraid to find out." His vibe reascended, reverting back to his more chilled side. "Secondly, whose to say you're really a god? Anybody can walk down the street and pretend to be whatever they want. You ever heard of those boys that get off dressin' like girls? Whose to say you ain't some sick pervert who gets off acting like a god, huh? I don't really see the difference...You got proof or what?"

He placed his hand on his younger brother's head, ruffling it lightly before wrapping up his aggressive and slightly threatening inquiry. "Finally, it's as my lil bro here said; what's in it for us? Even if you are some kind of glorified god, this is business. I didn't survive this long by following someone blindly like a sheep and I've no intention of doing so now. You want us to follow you, huh? You show me our end of the deal; I'll decide what's best for me and my bro after that."

With his speech coming to a close, he prepared to attack at any given moment; ready to defend his younger brother at the cost of his own life.

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@Zazue Volkner @Ra

You wanted the dialogue? You got the dialogue.

Ra · Sep 30, 2016

The Luminous One

It is not I who will put you or your brother in harm's way; it is you. Have you forgotten that you two are adventurers? You chose the life of Dungeoneering and because of the potential that doesn't come from your guise but from what you hold inside, I find use in not just you but your little brother. As for the evidence you request, I would show you my crest but you would simply doubt it. So why don't I do something else?

Ra flicked his fingers a few inches in front of the boy's eyes, setting a temporary blind. Afterwards, he'd retract his hands back into his pockets and continue along with his response.

Now that we have that settled, allow us to continue. You both seek for a god who will benefit you equally. Besides for what we aim to accomplish in this world being mutual, I offer two things. One is a pair of horns that you receive when you become one of the cattle. They are retractable at will and serve as not only an insignia but could prove useful in combat or survival. The latter is not intentional but seeing what you seek, it might be safe to include that thought. Along with the horns, you are given the management of someone who is beyond mortal knowledge. I will control your status and help you to become stronger and more capable. If you see any other questions worth mentioning, you may do so. Oh, and you need not stand battle ready. I do not find combat with mortals to be worthwhile.

Ra turned his attention to the younger brother and smiled.

It is odd, you know? Your brother aims to protect you whereas you're going to be the one who protects him. From what I gather, you're going to be the front of this tag-team you two are running. If you allow your brother's excellence in presence to overbear you as a fighter, you will cost him his life. The creatures inside of that dungeon are not the only ones you should fear. Not every mortal sees this world as you two. Who knows? Maybe someone you guys aim to assist will betray you? Maybe you will be ambushed by a group of bandits? These are things to consider, young one. You have a long journey ahead of becoming stronger and not just physically.

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@Simon Volkner // @Zazue Volkner // NOTE: Actions should be very minimal. This is a dialogue-only thread.

Zazue Volkner · Sep 30, 2016

Ẓazue [SIZE=5]▼[/SIZE]olkner

Zazue looked up with a face full of worry as Simon went on a tangent as usual. Looking down he tapped his fingers together nervously as Simon and Ra argued. His mind wondered, would he be enough to keep up with Simon and follow Ra without incurring wrath. Continuing to tap his fingers together as he looked up to the two bickering individuals interjecting. "Guys maybe you don't have to fight or argue. I know maybe your personalities clash but if you are going to be in a familia with each other then maybe you should try to get along more." As his sentence ended the light Ra flicked at his brother dissipated as Zazue shielded his eyes from the light. Looking to his brother is was apparent what had happen and Zazue didn't like it one bit.

"Stop!" Huffing and puffing he stomped hard upon the ground as it shook with an unusual force. Zazue had used his skill causing cracks in the ground and being of the same level it would be enough force to trip Simon up and attempt to force a fall from just proximity alone. Ra on the other hand being a god would only feel a minor trip akin to the likes of someone putting their foot out while you were walking. "Maybe if you two weren't such assholes things could go more smoothly. Ra how can you expect people to join if you literally call them sheep. . . huh! Who would want to be a sheep, I only agreed because I felt you could help us. But if you keep up with this crap ass attitude maybe me and brother can find a different god to follow. With a less dictatorship on the world!" Looking back at Simon his face had turned to that of pure malice and disappointment. "This man is offering you something far greater than being a street urchin scraping by. How can you doubt or even interject to someone greater than yourself. Maybe if you stopped begin so squishy and non existent then you would know what is going on! No shut up stand up and accept!" He retorted putting a hand out to Ra and Simon as he cut Ra's little last speech short with a finger. " I understand I've already been to the dungeon and have seen enough death." Looking towards the two men he just kinds scolded and attacked Zazue's cheeks turned red as he snapped back to his normal self. "I'm sorry for being so mean." His small and timid voice seemed to bellow a bit louder. Putting his hands out to Simon and Ra he gave a smile bright and warming or at least he tried to. "Please lets act like the regal gentleman and accept each others offer, I think we both can benefit greatly from each other." Looking to Ra he nodded and with a chuckle spoke once more. "I accept. . . I hope I at least get cool looking horns." It was surprising to see Zazue's little outburst it was quiet unlike him, but everything seemed to be better at least for now.

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@Simon Volkner @Ra
Yall dun pissed Zazue off!!

Simon Volkner · Sep 30, 2016

Simon Volkner

Whose up for a bad time?..

How did things escalate so quickly?..Yet implode all the same. It began with a flicker of the finger. A blindingly bright light followed, Simon's vision ceasing for a momentary amount of time. Hold on a moment, let's back up a second. It would be wise to mention that this had indeed been Ra's response to his request for proof. Instead of using some kind of peaceful means, he proceeded with an option that not only pissed him off but brought about the worst result possible; it sent him into panic mode.

You see, while blinded, Simon is unable to locate his brother. In his mind a multitude of things can be occurring at this moment in time, all of them resulting in Zazue's death. Now, this wasn't the first time he'd been blinded so he wasn't without combative prowess. This was just another life or death situation that called for the most extreme of actions; even one so drastically life altering as this one...He just hoped Zazue would understand his decision, understand that it was for the both of them he acted this way.

"Looks like you want to have a bad time.. Arcane Torrent!"

Being this close to Ra, his senses were primed to top pique, he knew a god figure like him wouldn't motion to move out of the way. From his right hand, a blast of pure arcane energy would rocket forth. Surging and pulsing throughout the air as it would either make direct contact or rush straight through; he had a feeling it'd make direct contact though. As his vision now slowly returned, he would listen to Zazue's cry as the ground below him began to shake and tremor.

"STOP!"

Momentarily losing his footing, he inevitably fell to the ground with a heavy thud. "Ugh..." He'd seemed to return to his cheerful self "..What's the big idea bro?.." Maybe he didn't want his brother to see him like that? Regardless, as he listened to the young boy's words, his visage grew more twisted by the second. Nearly shocked with disbelief and riddled with frustration, his eyes widened as he approached the boy that now stood in between he and Ra.

SMACK! (He's weak but managed to hit him hard enough to have an impact. )

Withdrawing his hand, all that was left was a man who nearly seemed saddened by the young boy's actions. With this, the inevitable and unnecessarily drawn out speech began.

"It is because your unfathomably naive nature that I'm in this damn mess in this first place!" His cold gaze rested on his kin his hand pointing in the direction of the self-proclaimed Ra "You believe this man to be a god? What has he shown you so far? He used magic, something anyone can do to blind me! Not only that, he focused on you, the weak-minded buffoon, and did his best to brainwash you to doing whatever the hell he wanted." His hands now slid inside his pockets "You know what's worse than all of that, though?" He paused, his hand beginning to glow a light blue hue again "...The fact that you believed him."

Holding his hand in the direction of his younger brother, he calmly spoke. "Let me make this very clear for you so you understand it well. You ever say something as repulsive as that again?" His eyes narrowed "I'll consider you expendable and off you myself." The hue faded, the man placing his hands back into his pockets yet again "You just go around believing anybody is god, don't you? Some gutter rat can guise himself and you'll blindly follow him into the depths of hell?" He let out a sigh "This is why Samantha and Matthew forced me to look after you.. You just act on your own accord without any glimmer of thought about the consequences." He now gazed at Ra, moving his brother to the side as he spoke up.

"Let me make one thing clear with you, Ra. I don't believe you, any part of you in fact. I think you're a sham, like every other god on this forsaken planet. With that being said, all I see here is a business transaction. Even if you aren't a god, you're someone with power; power that I can manipulate for my own benefits, that's all. You scratch my back and I'll scratch yours, no talk of this cattle non-sense, no more huffing and puffing from your ego throne." He stuck out his hand in an attempt to shake Ra's "Business, at the end of the day, this is just another transaction, you got me?"

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@Zazue Volkner @Ra

Welp, the shit hit the fan with this one.

Ra · Sep 30, 2016

The Luminous One

"Looks like you want to have a bad time.. Arcane Torrent!"

The one with the coat chanted his spell which while short, was easy to dodge. However, dodging it would be pointless. He finds Gods to be equal level to an adventurer and to challenge his ideologies would only widen his eyes further to reality. As the arcane energy rocketed into his abdomen, Ra would channel a minor amount of his divine energy to empower his body. Though as this energy was tapped into, a flicker of the image of Ra's true form would be shown; a side-effect he had ignored just this once. What he was doing was already trivial and against his morals but the human did have a point: Anybody can claim to be a god. However, the real ones hold more than just words.

Does this satisfy your ignorant eyes? Do you truly believe that Gods are a joke? The ideas you hold are only evidence of your inferiority to the intellect of a God. Glimpse for just that moment into what a God truly looks like and remember what separates you and I. Notice with just a snap, I impaired your vision for long enough for you to tremble inside and question your safety.

It was after he scolded the older brother that the meek one had finally spoken up with the courage that he held inside for so long. The ground cracked beneath him and while one would normally tremble, Ra simply stepped to the size of the parlor trick and returned to the topic at hand.

I would hope that you two are done with your tricks. I do not wish to remain here for much longer. To answer your question on why I labelled my familia as I did, refer to the Egyptian history. To refresh your minds, cattle are sacred to mortals. In-fact, one of my own sons has taken the form of one. To become a cattle of Ra is akin to being elevated in divine presence. Whereas you guys will not become gods or anywhere close, you will be accepted under the wings of and empowered by the creator of such. If you find me as a bad choice, you are not forced to be here. I do not wish to plead for either of you.

When the older brother reached his hand out, Ra smiled and shook his head.

Do you think that becoming part of a Familia is just a business deal? Part of your rebirth process is accepting that you are becoming a Cattle. I do not instill my Falna on any biped that breathes. When you are ready to accept that Gods are not glorified humans and that what you are entering is something that's more than just a contract deal, you will be ready.

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@Simon Volkner // @Zazue Volkner // NOTE: Actions should be very minimal. This is a dialogue-only thread.

Zazue Volkner · Sep 30, 2016

Ẓazue ▼olkner

Holding his cheek as Simon slapped his Zazue's head dropped. No sobbing came instead tears streamed down his face. "I'm sorry." He uttered soft and weakly as he stood back behind Ra and Simon. He watched them continuing tot silently cry as they spoke and shook hands. It was all he could do until Ra showed his truer form. Letting the two see how and why he was really a god. Sniffing in and wiping his tears. "Maybe having belief isn't bad Simon, maybe now you can learn to believe him more. I don't want to be the only one of us with a god." He said in a mixture of sadness and awe.

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@Simon Volkner @Ra
Dang Simon, you made Zazue cry. . .meanie!!

Simon Volkner · Oct 1, 2016

Simon Volkner

Whose up for a bad time?..

Before him now stood a being of unfathomable beauty; for a man that is. Then again, it wasn't his features per say that were magnificent, more so the aura that exuded from within it. Simon's beliefs may be out of wack, hell they may be downright insane. However, he was a man of understanding at the end of the day; this man possessed a power no normal mortal could. That being said, this convinced him more than anything of one solid statement...a fact he could not deny.

"What?..Is this supposed to convince me?" He stood with his hand shoved into his pockets. "So let me get this straight, chief." He shot the man an expression of unbridled, un-tampered, raw disbelief "You show me some kind of fancy magic that nobody's seen before and expect that to be it? Great, you're some kind of magic thief on top of a creep with an ego fetish, what decision was I here to make again?" This situation smelled rotten from the very beginning, hearing his words and witnessing his acts only made him look more desperate.

"Look, I don't know what kind of business it is you run, Ra. I'm sure in the cult of nowhere land, everyone is more than happy to do your bidding. Those "Egyptians" can scratch and dig their way to your feet to grovel, but I'm not buying it." Looking towards Zazue than back to Ra "That being said, this is what Zazue wants and for that I'm willing to accept you terms and agreements. " He turned around, placing his hand on Zazz's shoulder as he looked towards the exit of the alleyway.

"You prove to me that you're a god, I'll take back everything I've said.." his eyes narrowed as he gazed behind his shoulder at the man "..But if you're not a god, then do me a favor? Run, because I guarantee you I'll find you and I'll kill you myself." With that, he yet again extended his hand in an attempt to shake. "Do we have a deal?"

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@Zazue Volkner @Ra

So let's get this over with already.

Ra · Oct 1, 2016

The Luminous One

For the most part, the conversation with Zazue was finished. He didn't have questions beyond what has been shown and he was aware of what Ra truly was. Simon however spoke in a manner that still doubted but after the multiple glimpses into Ra's true power, something else opened. For that moment, a glimpse of doubt stabbed and carved its way through his doubts. That along with his challenge to Ra was all he needed to see. Ra smiled and shook Simon's hand.

Thank you for your compliance. Now to begin, you'll have to excuse me since I will have to tap into my power once more. When you wake up, you'll be reborn into the Cattle of Ra.

Once more, a golden energy filled his hands. Before they would have time to register their reactions to what he'd say, his hands would hold the both of them, knocking them to a kneeling position. Though unconscious temporarily, they would wake up and realize what has happened. Golden energy channeled along their bodies, trickling on top of their skin. It would journey along their bodies and back up to their skull. Above their heads, a sun disc would levitate and their skulls would morph. One moment, their faces would be that of sheep and in the next, it would be back to humans. Their foreheads would begin shaping two pointed projections that would grow as time passed by. When the process was done, their horns would be black and similar to the shape of a male impala. He released his grasp on the both of them, to which they immediately regained conscious afterwards.

Welcome to the Cattle of Ra. Your process is complete and you are entitled to hide your horns at will. Whereas I would normally continue and brief you on what to do from here, we are tight on our schedule. Look to the sky and notice that Zeus is using his powers. We must hurry up and assist those who are in danger. Afterwards, we'll continue this discussion.

Zazue Volkner · Oct 1, 2016

Ẓazue ▼olkner

Being rendered unconscious was weird feeling your body move with an illuminating glow was even weirder. Upon waking and finding himself kneeling in front of he felt the base of his skull. Quickly jolting up as he began to freak out. "Horns. . I have a horn. . . HORNS I HAVE HORNS!!" Looking towards Simon his eyes jolted as he ran to his brother forcibly grabbing his horns out of excitement and shaking his head with them. "You have horns!! This is soo cool!!" poking and prodding Simon's forehead as he saw the dot that formed. "Aye you have a little itty bitty dot too, thats cool." Looking towards Ra his excitement only bubble but was short lived by the gods words.

Looking up towards the sky as he pointed with the black clouds rolling in and the thunder rolling in he sighed. "Why is he using his abilities?" Zazue asked with an almost disgusted nature which naturally wouldn't of happen but with the recent inclination to help others and abide law it could of only been Ra. Everything felt natural to Zazue however, his mindset not being touched rather his alignment. "He is endangering people, we have to set it right." His soft voice lowly bellowed through the alley as he looked towards others. "Lets go!" He said running off which for Zazue was pretty unusual.

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@Simon Volkner @Ra
Damn Zazue you're trippin!

Simon Volkner · Oct 1, 2016

Simon Volkner

Whose up for a bad time?..

Throughout this verbal engagement a torrent of emotions coursed through his being like a chaotic symphony; nigh-harmonious whilst bathing in the lushness of entropy. So off putting this.. confrontation. Nasty stuff, he never really cared for it. Of course, when it came to Zazue? His morality was hung from the gallows and left to rot. This particular throw down wasn't even entirely physical-- nah man, this was a war of mental attrition. Unfortunately, ole Simon was way beyond his years, so he'd have to settle for getting his proof some other time.

The handshake sealed the deal and set a chain of events into motion that would shape the lives of all three gentleman without their know how. Let's not talk about the future though, yeah? The present's got so much left to offer. Currently, Simon had been fading before he'd even a chance to react. His entire body seemed to surge with energy, with power. Knees to the ground, a stream of gold traveled about his person and eventually trickled up towards his cranium. Unable to truly stop it from occurring, he could simply ponder within the inner workings of his mind... asking himself what the hell he'd gotten himself into.

...

Time passed, his eyes slowly rising as his vision returned to him. He didn't have much time to question Ra of the changes he'd felt during the sealing of their contract; Zazue had made it all too apparent for him. "Wh..What the hell?!" He gazed in shock at his younger brother now repulsive in appearance. Demonic horns protruded from his forehead yet he was all the more excited from that fact. "What have you turned him int--" Not another word escaped his mouth before Zazue rushed towards him; the truth now becoming more apparent than ever...he wasn't the only one changed.

CLINCH!

"You have horns! This is so cool!!" His words echoed repeatedly throughout the vastness of his mind "Aye, you have a little bitty dot too, that's cool!" Simon wanted to turn around and reascend the deal immediately, however, he knew how it worked. Once you joined a familia? Leaving it was next to impossible. He thought to himself "If there's a way he created this.. there must be.." Seconds later, the horns as well as the dot disappeared from his forehead, Simon scoffing as he slid his hands into his pockets.

"So then, boss man, what's the next move after th--" He was immediately cut off by Ra, he and Zazue gazing towards the same direction. " Whereas I would normally continue and brief you on what to do from here, we are tight on our schedule. Look to the sky and notice that Zeus is using his powers. We must hurry up and assist those who are in danger. Afterwards, we'll continue this discussion." As he stared in awe, Zazue spoke of moving to aid them.

Tch..yet another situation he was about to get into because of his brother's naive platitudes.

"Survival is all that's important to me." He slid his hands out of his pockets "However, I won't be able to do that if the douchebag in the sky brings the whole damned city down." He looked towards Ra "You and I will indeed continue this discussion later.. but for now.. let's get moving." The people of the city were about to be endangered by another sham trying to flaunt his power...he'd prevent this by an means necessary; even if that meant he had to put his life on the line in order to achieve it.

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@Zazue Volkner @Ra

Let's rock. Ra Squad, Out.

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