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Fudou the Mountain	The epic Convocation of Victory has occupied the attention of the citizenry and visitors of Great Forks for the better part of a season. The tournament brought spectators and participants from far and wide and with them came all manner of revelry, gaming, festivals, parties, deal makings and a host of other assorted affairs as the city overflowed with would be champions and those that loved them. Word is that the tournament is approaching its final moments but the hustle and bustle of its presence and the colorful denizens it has brought forth has not diminished whatsoever and the arena is at present, quite active with several matches of not occurring and the stands partially full as the day wears on. None of the matches are particularly spectacular at the moment but given stories of Immaculate Monks losing to supposed 'mortals' and Exigents that wield music itself as their weapons of choice...it may simply be a matter of time before someone interesting shows up...
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror arrives alone for a change, looking around as she finds a seat to comfortably sit and observe the fights, ordering refreshments with her own coinage. She looks over the arena as to assess it, and then looks to any of the visible combattants she can see. Curious to see if anyone strikes her as something interesting
Fudou the Mountain	The fights are good. Entertaining. Adequate. Just....not spectacular. The Consortium, being the organizxation behind this event, will hold back the more spectacular members of their line up - be they fighters in their stable or particular fighters of note who have risen through the tournament ranks - for later in the evneint when the stands are full. But clashes of swords, the ringing of shields and the shouts of the crowd from the impact of a particularly telling martial blow, is still cause to be entertained. A few matches go on at once as well. Squared segments of the arena sectioned off in a way to keep things varied and interesting until more room is needed. The arriva of a certain individual seems to change the atmosphere somewhat. "Make way for The Mountain!" shouts a member of the Consortium near the arena entrance, causing the crowds to both clear and then re-congregate at the same time. The ground itself begins rumbling, shaking from the pressure of something..or someone..of enormous magnitude. There's some whistling and some cheering and many much more astonished stares from onlookers new to the arena as a particularly prodigious indiividual begins to make his way in. Once he steps into view, it's easy to see why the ground itself seems to shake and why 'The Mountain' was loudly shouted. The gargantuan man is so massive and packed with sinew that it's like a herd of yeddim balled up and hewn into the shape of a gigantic wrestler adorned with light fanciful armor around his shins and wrists. Thick colorful rope belts but otherwise lightly dressed save for red and gold trunks and the remnants of patterned cloth havnging about his waist like a hip cape. He moves like a mountain range rolling through a field of sheep, towring some ten feet into the air and lumbering with a confident swagger and a big grin on his face as he trundles along the main entry path not far from the stands where The Oracle observes...
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirrorpays close attention to the arrival of this Mountain. Curious about just how they managed to get him that large, if it was natural it was to be expected his blood had some wyld mutation in there somewhere. Her thoughts churned with whatever could be imagined. Carefully examining the man now before her, she calls out for an attendant and places a <resources 2> bet on the man, sizeable enough to turn heads but not enough to damage her income. She wanted to let the Mountain know he had a supporter in the crowds, one willing to pay top silver for his presence here
Fudou the Mountain	"I think The Mountain has only come to observe, madam. He's not on the cards to fight this evening though perhaps someone may cajole him into an exhibition match. It is a worthy bet, however because he is among the finalists. I believe the masters are holding him back for the largest crowds." explains one of the bookies to Oracle once her bet has been made. He is indeed, impressed, but also seems unsurprised she would wish to earn the interest of the giant and also place herself in his corner. "Fear not, fear not." The Mountain's deep voice can be heard rumbling out with a heavy bass so low it shakes the bodies of listeners near him with its vibrations, "I am not drunk, I will not fall upon you. However, perhaps grant me some room..." The behemoth lifts a huge arm up and then brings it down, flexing a bicep to such sizes it seems meteoric as the flesh bulks up with veins as thick as shipping ropes standing out on its ruddy flesh. The gargantuan move is of some delight to a few watching youngsters, for whom the antics was performed, and then the giant turns away and his ears seem to wiggle as if overhearing something near by. His eyes hood slightly and his attention drifts across the stands and soon lingers on Oracle and the bookie besides her.
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle would look directly into his eyes, and make a small gesture for him to approach when he had a few moments. She relaxes into her chair as she waits
Fudou the Mountain	The goliath purses his lips slightly at Oracles gesture and at first doesn't move...that is until he hears a nearby Consortium member whisper something to him. Word of her investment into him seems to have travelled and now the hulking mans eyebrow lifts slightly as he leans over to hear the comments of those besides him who manage such affairs. After another moment...he turns and begins to oblige her request, beginning a steady lumbering approach that seems to shaike the ground more and more as he draws nearer to her like a sequioa deciding to wander into a glade of flowers. He doesn't speak yet as he looms nearer and nearer, towering over her as he looks down at her, even given her place in the stands with his feet several seating levels lower given the slope of the steps and landings that lead to the chairs. He grins down at her, teeth full and bright but his expression and face shadowed by his height aside fro m light reflecting from strange rounded silver rimmed spectacles on his broad nose.
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	she would take a drink from her refreshments without batting an eye, clearly an expert in hiding her emotions. The Lithe woman stands and looks up at him, greeting him properly as her position dictates. "Would you perhaps like to take a seat, have a drink, and possibly a conversation?" She says, looking him over, before turning a glance to the less than sturdy chairs. "Or perhaps we can talk somewhere you'd be more comfortable?"
Fudou the Mountain	Her boldness and courage in the face of the colossus' presence seems to be noted and Fudou inclines his head slightly. "Hmm..." he rumbles, thoughtfully, as he sweeps his gaze over the area and then finally, after looking at the chairs, offers he a grin once more. "Come with me, luv." he rumbles. His heavy voice thick with the accent of those of the Dreaming Sea as he gesures for her to leave the stands and follow him. Expecting her to do so, he turns and takes a few steps away...waiting for her to fully descend before beginning to lead her past ropes used to herd the crowds in and out of the arena, and in the direction of the training yards and staging areas where gladiators and combatants mingle, prepare for battle and otherwise engage with each other socially. He eventualy enters an empty yard, this one containing massive weights and blocks of wood and iron, including a huge iron ball the size of a Guild Wagon wheel.
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror Oracle of the Frozen Mirror would smile as she looks over the apparent excercise yard, noting and being visibly impressed by the display here. Turning to face the behemoth, she extends a friendly smile, before saying "I'm curious, what are your first impressions of me? What are your... instincts telling you about me?" She chooses that word with a smile, not knowing he's a lunar but commenting purely on his somewhat bestial form.
Fudou the Mountain	Indeed none save the gifts of the chosen could pierce his presenet disguise and even among those, only the most potent, such as Luna's gifts. But his inhumanity is apparent via his vast bulk. The question actually seems to catch the goliath off guard. The Mountain rears back slightly, blinking a few times as he studies her. He is on stranger to beauty, though she has no way of knowing those with whom he's currently entrenched with, but her apparence is unqesitonably stunning to him, accented all the more so by her confidence and boldness in approaching him and even asking him such a question. For a half moment he is silent, head inclined and mouth open slightly as he looks her over and ponders an answer. Then he seems to regain his footing. "Strange question. Is this a test? I suppose you are bold, beautiful and willing to take risks for better or for worse. Now then, I must ask the same of you in return."
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror would nod as though appraising his response, and as though pleased with it, looks over him again. "I think you're rather attractive, calm, confident, and friendly. Clearly perceptive and good at what you have chosen to spend your time doing." She says calmly, taking a seat on a spotters chair near the weights set after gesturing to it and asking for permission. "It's not so much a test, more so to see what your thoughts are, I find people often present how they look differently in different situations, so I tend to like catching people on the off foot, so to speak." "I tend to be very direct with what I want, and find it's easier to do so when all facts are laid out... especially if I understand just how I am viewed by another."
Fudou the Mountain	"Assuming you get the truth." responds the giant, giving her a slowly growing grin as he reaches up and rubs his jaw. The sound of his fingers scratching over that boulder like chin produces a sound like dried brush being pulled across granite, as if testament to his durability. Mind you, he has no idea she's already read him like an open book but there's no attempt at deception here. He does indeed seem intrigued. "Handsome you say? Well then...with such honesty from you I should give you m'name, luv. I am called Fudou the Mountain. At least these days. Fudou or Mountain will suffice. " His massive arms lower and he dips into a slight bow, arms spread out to his sides and his grin never fading as he peers at her. There is a bit of a glint of mischief and mercuurialness in his gaze as he eyes her from behind his small glasses. "I take it you've come to observe the tournament and are newly arrived? Or have you ben watching me for awhile and only just now got up the courage to approach me?"
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror continues openly staring at him, carefully lingering on everything in the upper body. "Oh yes, Handsome indeed Fudou. I am Oracle of the Frozen Mirror, but Oracle will suffice for now, if you'd prefer." "I have indeed come to observe the tournament, and only have just got to know of you. Upon seeing you, I knew I had to introduce myself and make your acquaintance." Her arms are placed in a certain place to accentuate her own features as she examines him. She does curtsy appropriately. "I like to make... friends, what can I say."
Fudou the Mountain	The giant studies her as she responds and returns his gesture with one of her own. He sees her gaze as it lingers on him and studies him and his grin slowly grows before restraining itself slightly as his eyes hood. Fudou is no fool nor is he oblivious and as he looks upon her he does so brazenly without a hint of embarrassment at her looks even as she bears them down upon them and they begin to pull powerfully at his baser instincts despite his initial better judgement." "Hn." But the behemoth is not weaponless even if he rarely engages in such duels. Usually people are pulled to him. His immensit is the sort of awesome power that causes one to stare in awe at a vast beast of burden and his physique seems such that he could crush one to jelly if he wishes. He puts such power to use as he straightens up and clasps his hands together, squeezing them. A ripple rumbles up through is torso, causing his gargantuan pectorals to bunch up like swelling landmasses before relaxing with heavy landslide movements as he unclasps his arms and rolls his gargantuan shoulders, stretching and expanding his torso in a feigned act of simply stretching after standing up. "I have no problem with that." he concludes, "In fact I have been told I can be friendly. Perhaps -too- friendly with a little too much to give..." he grins coyly, "But now that you have decided to become my friend....I should ask if you are enjoying what you've seen." There's a pause and he adds, "Of the tournament."
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror would smile, noting her seductive attempts having the desired effect, as she focuses entirely upon him. "Oh please, I don't think there's such a thing as too friendly, nor too much to give~" She relaxes into her seat, aiming to show off her curves as she does so. "So Tell me Fudou, is there someone... special, in your life~?" she asks, not applying guile to her statement, clearly designed to inquire about romantic partners or the presence thereof.
Fudou the Mountain	"You -are- forward!" exclaims the goliath with a big grijn and a hearty rumbling laugh that shakes the air around them both. "But...I will answer you." His thick south eastern accent rolls off his tongue as his full toothed grin returns, "No. I have not settled down in that way however .... I have some for whom I have...some affection for but not a single one over the rest..." He inclines his head and then that look of mischief returns as he adds, "No doubt that leads to the other obvious question to which I simply say while out here in public more cordial spaces that yes....you can have too much of a good thing, including yourself. I'll let your imagination do the rest there." His grin becomes downright shark like briefly before he then asks, "But surely my relationships and sexual virlity is not -why- you have wished to speak with me, now is it?"
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror would say, "oh but of course I am. I told you as much." She says calmly. "N
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror "No, what I asked you here for was somewhere we could conduct business. Business on the matter of keeping a poor damsel like me, safe in this big city~" She says, practically purring.
Fudou the Mountain	"Fascinating. And of all the gladiators, martial artists, warriors, monks and guards ...you looked upon me and went right for the biggest tihing out there ...something that would quite frankly make you quite visible if I were to escort you from place to place." Fudou looks curious now, his smile still present but the brute also seems to be more shrewd now as well. "With someone of your force of personality I'm curious as to why you would need such power to keep watch on you. You're not in some sort of trouble, are you?"
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror She smiles innocently enough, "I'm but a humble merchant, in need of someone to help her. Especially with how dangerous these times can be." Is what she says on that matter. "There is the slight matter of my being from a Guild Family, but that's no trouble is it? Surely it just means I can help you acquire whatever it is you want"
Fudou the Mountain	The Mountain does not answer her immediately this time. He rubs his jaw again, his smile close slipped and his eyes narrowed a touch as he looks her over. In the background, the sound of the fights and the cheers of the audience ring through the air as the giant ponders this and seems to be weighing what to say and how much of it he can say. Then... "You are new here so you could not have known this but I an not someone whom simply bodyguard work is...the norm. I am an Yennin of Volivat and more then even that I am an Exigent of Strength and Mountains. If a mere guard to keep would be thieves off of you is all you seek then I can easily point out to you places to get that. To want to retain the services of one such as myself...? That may require more, luv. Especially as it might cause me to have re-prioritze things..." The fact that he is an exigent is knowledge he's carefully sown during this tournament of champions. Even in Great Forks, where the wyld hunt has no purchase, just being open about ones anathemic nature isn't ideal and even being an exigent is cause for concern to some depending on their beliefs...
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror would clap her hands and say, "That, is majestic. Im so glad to hear you say that there's a chance. If there's something you wish, name your price and I'll do my best to acquire it for you. I have no need of a mere guard, I need a Companion, preferably of a worldly nature. Someone that has travelled, and may well travel again, given time. But I want someone that can be more than just a guardsman... someone I can rely upon"
Fudou the Mountain	The fact that she is not put off by his revelation is notable. That she reacts so approvingly is noted as well. Fudou tilts his head to the side once more as he looks on her studiously and his smile is now lessened a touch. He grows more serious and thoughtful though not pensive per se but it's clear he's running some scenarios through his mind. hen his smile returns as he says with an amused rumble, "...Companions must be made. Someone you can rely on must be forged. If that's what you really seek then...I suppose that I don't mind giving you the chance to make that attempt...." His grin returns to a toothy look as he then adds, "The things I wish aren't necessarily things easily obtained though I suppose depending on your connections with The Guild anything is possible... I'll hae to hold those wishes close to my chest for now."
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	Oracle of the Frozen Mirror She smiles, "I completely understand, please do come and find me whenever there's Anything~ I can do for you." Standing, she folds her arms as she turns to look to see if anyone else is present. "I will be around should you need me, or I assume I can ask around and find you if necessary?"
Fudou the Mountain	"I am often here but when the tournament ends my business will take me here and there." notes Fudou, resting both of his hands onto his hips as he watches her rise. His eye sremain hooded but he seems curious and invested in her. "You may ask around. Taverns, the arena..brothels...." Fudou rubs his jaw again, his smile once more like that of a siaka before he gestures with his hand, "I am sure we will meet again. Perhaps sooner then you think.. Perhaps we will....be of help to one another."
Oracle of the Frozen Mirror	"But of course. I would rather like that. If you have anything you'd like to ask me, now would be the time to do so?"
Fudou the Mountain	The giant says nothing more and simply watches after her as she presumably makes her leave. ONce she's out of earshot, Fudou turns, arcing an eyebrow as he looks back over the heavy training rquipment and prepares to amuse himself. "Huh. Interesting.."