un: specs

[promittere]

I'm sure this request is no more odd than any other that's graced the network so far, but I'm in want of a sparring partner or two. If we're to end up in a Fissure more dangerous than the last, I would want to be able to stand on my own and it's easier to train alongside your comrades.

If anyone is interested, feel free to approach me at any time.

If anyone is also interested in learning how to cook without burning the kitchen down or ruining it, feel free to approach me as well. The smell of burning...whatever it may be lingers, and it's no trouble to cook for others if need be or lend some guidance.

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[promittere]

[Maybe. It's kind of unavoidable when Everything Is Magic.]

Most people in my world are incapable of magical feats - my case is unique, in that I am one of Noct's retainers.

[It's a good thing voice-to-text doesn't pick up on his hesitation, on his uncertainty to how to refer to Noctis. He's no longer the Prince, but it still...it still feels strange to call him King. He's been waiting for that moment, but it's...

It's a strange, hollow feeling, knowing what he knows about the future, so Noct it is. Noct is safe.]

I'm sure under my guidance we can manage to not set the station kitchen's on fire, at the very least.

[coagmentatio]

[ Ah... ]

Are you?

[ He only knows of the guy, honestly... ]

I look forward to learning the differences between our skills.

[ That last part earns a smile. ]

I'll try to be cautiously optimistic, then.

[promittere]

Yes - as a member of the line of Lucis, he's been gifted magic from the gods, and an integral part of that magic is the ability to pass it on to others. It seems to be one of the things that sets our magic apart from that of other worlds.

[Without Noctis, there would be no magic. But there's no point telling him that, or explaining that the magic Noctis (and therefore Ignis) possess is not as strong or as varied as what Ardyn and Izunia wield.]

Should the worst come to pass, ice elemancy should be enough to snuff the blaze.

[That's not....very reassuring, Ignis.]

[coagmentatio]

Pass it on? As in... permanently grant someone else an ability?

[ Sorry, Ignis. He just does this. ]

You can control ice?

[promittere]

Not permanently, no. The magic is simply being borrowed from the Lucian - were they to die or disappear, that magic could no longer be used.

[ahaha...ha...]

Control might be...generous. It's more channeling energies to generate ice, but elemancy is notoriously wild and difficult to control.

[coagmentatio]

No offense, but that seems like a really unfortunate power...

Having to rely on someone else for something like that, I mean.

[ It takes a while before he responds again... ]

I see. Maybe a demonstration would help me understand better. I'm usually more of a visual person.

[ That's... mostly true? ]

[promittere]

It's a power granted to them by the gods. They care little for how convenient it may be.

Be sure to remind me, and I'll show you.

[Not that he'll actually need the reminder, but...]

[coagmentatio]

Well, I can't say this gives me any less reason to hate gods, in general.

Still, I look forward to the demonstration. I'll send you a reminder, but won't be a rush. I'd rather you decide the time and place that's most convenient for you.

[promittere]

The gods have wills of their own, and they seem content to sit idly by to let mortals put an end to things. Or at least that applies to the Six.

[Read: he doesn't have a very high opinion of them at the moment, either.]

My days tend to be very free, barring expeditions. Considering the volatile nature of elemancy, however, the forest or beach would be best.

[coagmentatio]

It doesn't sound much different from how they were on Daeseon.

[ Read: even down to the magic, even if he's still... keeping that quiet, for the most part. ]

The beach sounds good. I enjoy training on the sand, anyway.

[promittere]

I wish I could be surprised, but it seems there are more constants between worlds than one would usually expect.

[aha...ha.]

Excellent. We should probably avoid the water, but it should still be fine.

[coagmentatio]

I'd say that depends. So far, I've only talked to one person who didn't seem to think the things I mentioned about my world were unthinkable.

[ But, it's fine. ]

That sounds fair. Then, whenever it would be most convenient for you, I'll meet you down there.

[promittere]

The incredible variety between worlds does not make any less unthinkable than the other. They're simply different.

[So, you know.]

I'll see you soon.

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[coagmentatio]

[ He intends to ask for this guy's name once they're face-to-face. So, for now: ]

I suppose that's a fair point.

All right, see you there.

[ There's no messing around between the last message and his arrival on the beach. He does recognize the next person he spots down here as someone from around the station (and from the profile image), and he doesn't hesitate to make his way over. ]

Uh... "Specs"? [ a beat, and then there's a hint of amusement in his voice ] I assume I don't need to tell you my name, since I wasn't exactly creative with my username... What should I call you, other than a joker?

[ Specs... He'll see him... Har har. ]

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[promittere]

[The man is quick, and Ignis can respect that. While he hasn't been idling about the beach waiting for Aiden, it's a place he's been spending a lot of time.

He enjoys the sounds of it. The sound of waves is nostalgic and familiar.]

Ignis Scientia. [His lips quirk up into a smile, as he bows his head in Aiden's direction.] Specs was a nickname from before I was blinded, if you could believe it.

[coagmentatio]

[ That makes the two of them, at least, in regards to the enjoying the beach thing. ]

It's nice to properly meet you, Ignis. [ since they're not at a party with alcohol this time! ] And was the nickname due to you formerly wearing glasses, or something else?

[ He doesn't know what kinds of things people of other worlds could get a nickname like that from, but he won't assume an impossibility in a place like this. ]

[promittere]

You as well, with less chaos around us. [Sobriety is a good basis for friendships!

A wry grin crosses his face, and he rubs his hand along the back of his neck.] It was, admittedly, not a very clever nickname. But a bit more descriptive than simply going by "Iggy".

[Which is a yes, he did wear glasses, had needed them pretty badly in fact! And now, well. They keep the damage from being incredibly obvious.]

[coagmentatio]

[ His expression softens, though... not that he's too worried about masking his expressions right now? Without hesitating, he shrugs at the last part, his tone casual as he speaks. ]

Eh... Iggy sounds kind of cute, if you ask me.

[ BLUNT, AS EVER, WHEN HE WANTS TO BE... ]

... I can't say I've ever had a nickname, myself. Unless you count the name I've been using for the past ten years, on some technicality, I suppose.

[promittere]

[Oh...]

I'm not sure cute is a word I would have picked, but... [Ah. He's not sure if this is something he should be flustered over - it's not like Aiden is saying he's cute, after all?

Or he at least...assumes as much.]

I'm sure you'll get one, in due time. [He smooths back his hair, even though it's... it's still flawless.] At least, if you happen to become close with Prompto. He's rather fond of nicknames.

[coagmentatio]

[ Well, he certainly wouldn't say Ignis isn't cute, so, uhhhhh.........

Anyway, he notes the flustered emotions, and there's a moment where the smallest smirk of amusement surfaces behind one hand. He actually wouldn't have taken this guy for someone who flusters easily, but then he's still learning all the different kinds of people, around here.

... Funny just how different so many of them are, from those back on Daeseon. Funny, and yet... kind of really nice? He certainly won't be complaining, anytime soon, at least. ]

I'm not sure how much you could do with a name like mine. There's "aid" and there's "den" and neither are fitting for someone like me.

[ And he's slowly realizing that was probably a stupid thing to up and say to this guy, but... well, whatever. ]

Prompto's one of those I've yet to sit and talk to, just yet. But, he's someone important to Noctis, I take it? I recall seeing a video of them on the network.

[promittere]

[It's easy dealing with the attention from somebody he knows. He can predict the words and actions of the Lucis Caelum, and he's familiar with Prompto's friendly affection. It's the attention of a complete stranger that surprises him.

(He supposes Izunia is right and he is an attractive man. Hmm. It never seemed all that important or relevant, before, but it keeps coming up.)]

I'm sure there's plenty of aid you can provide for people, though I will admit it's a poor nickname. [There's an amused huff.] They've been close since before we came here, and now they seem to have...

[He waves a hand.]

They're happy.

[coagmentatio]

[ While it can't be seen, it might be possible for Ignis to hear it; there's a small smile as he speaks. ]

Doubtful - I'm nowhere near as talented as most of the people I've seen around here. I'm good for the same thing most of you already are. [ a small frown ] ...

[ Onto... that bit about Noctis and Prompto!!! ]

Anyway, in a place like this, finding happiness is ideal. It's good they have each other... especially when they were friends, even before this.

[ Not to be seen or heard: a twinge of jealousy that he's forcing down and actively ignoring. Also: ]

What about you?

[promittere]

Redundancy isn't as bad a thing as people would want to think. [And there's a wry smile as Ignis answers back.] More of the same simply means more options, should the inevitable happen.

[So you can still provide things, even if you don't think you can.]

They had been friends since high school. I'm glad they can be here together.

[And...oh. That's very forward, Aiden.]

What about me...? I don't have anyone like that, if that's what you're asking...?

[coagmentatio]

[ Ah... that has Aiden going quiet for a moment. He's still not used to people arguing with some of his logic - on the contrary, Osian folks typically agree? This place is... strange.

It's actually just now dawning on Aiden that Prompto and Noctis are likely more than just friends. And it's right as that thought settles in-- ]

A-ah... Wh-...

[ Pardon him as he covers his face as a sort of... knee jerk reaction to turning this red. ]

I just-... I was asking if you have anyone here you're friends with. I just now realized they're-... probably more... So, I wasn't necessarily meaning-! [ OH GODS JUST KILL HIM NOW; WHY IS HE THIS FLUSTERED??? h-help ] Though, I can't see you, of all people, being- single--

[




Yep, that's it. That's the awkward point he's cutting off on. ]

[promittere]

[Oh.

Oh, no.

That is-

Oh.

It seems Ignis has...misinterpreted things.

He clears his throat, awkwardly.]

I know the both of them from home, and I'm also familiar with Ravus, Ardyn, and Izunia.

[H....eh...]

But, ah, yes, Noctis and Prompto are...together.

[He will just......delicately ignore that last bit for you sake, Aiden.]