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Private AU/PSL RP, set in the Fate/stay night universe. Multiple Servants of each class are being summoned or are rogue and appear from mysterious rifts along with shadow-like monsters, threatening to tear apart this unstable and distorted alternate reality. ➢ FSN AU Lien Kha. ➤ FSN AU Ai Thao Kha. ➢ Fate/ALT.distortion Playlist.

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[onoir]

I think they make a fine team.

[ Is his sincere assessment of the matter, despite the fact that they should reasonably be enemies. They've passed that juncture a long time ago, though. ]

Neither of them attempt to put the other into a mold.

[emotive]

[True... They wouldn't be alive if they were always being silly.]

Say, Lancer? You'll be happy when you get to engage in a battle with him, right?

[onoir]

Admittedly, it would be an honor to lock blades with Cu Chulainn himself.

[ Listen... he was everyone's childhood hero!!! ]

1/2

[emotive]

Mm. The stories are rather amazing...

[Like, the dog strangling, going up against a ton of dudes, his friendship and honor with his best friend, the training under the great Scáthach, the romances...




Wait, that totally slipped Ai's mind, but Lien wouldn't stand for that, haha, they're Master and Servant haha, her sister is sensible when it matters haha. (Granted they were friendly with each other and her older twin actually showed her form of trust which was small physical actions...)]

...

[emotive]

AHHHH. Chị has to watch out doesn't she?! I let it slip my attention!!

[onoir]

[ "Watch out"...? There's a moment where this doesn't quite sink in, and Diarmuid almost thinks of how best to explain that yes, Cu Chulainn is fearsome in battle, but he hardly seems the type to harm his Master unless they deserved whatever it is that bought his bloodlust...

...and then he thinks about it.

And raises a brow.

...And sighs. ]

—Is she in any danger?

[ is Lien susceptible to these things... ]

[emotive]

That's the worst part, Lancer! I have no idea! There are things I'm absolutely certain about with my sister, but in other areas, it's complete, 100% unpredictability!

[onoir]

[ Diarmuid thinks about this again— back then, it was pretty much not a big deal for Cu to be doing the things he was doing, but again, Diarmuid has a feeling that this isn't the standard, in this time and age.

Cue a strained, half-searching: ] Does she get smitten easily?

[ this is an awkward subject for him ]

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[emotive]

[Blinking. Thinking. Really thinking...]

[emotive]

[Then she glances at him. SIGHS IN RELIEF.]

Goodness, I think I should have a little more faith. After all, she talks with you quite normally, doesn't she?

[Well, normal conversations with Lien are... a thing...]

[onoir]

Well.

As normal as conversations about my chest can be, I suppose.

[ letitgo.wav ]

[emotive]

I think it's safe to say that she isn't smitten with you at all then...

[onoir]

A fact I'm glad for, in all honesty.

[ FOR REAL he's not at all unhappy about this development ok ]

[emotive]

[His chest had to come under fire, but it was for good in the end.]

I'll just have to ask her directly next time. [I sense a future interrogation.]

We're almost at Ryuudou Temple now. [She clenches her fists as if pumping herself up.]

Let's do this.

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[Ryuudou Temple is quite a sight, at least for Ai Thao. Also there are so many stairs leading up to the gate... So many...

By now, the light rain has stopped, creating a very serene atmosphere. Ai looks around in awe.]

What a spiritual place...

[onoir]

[ The awe is at least partially shared, but with it comes a sense of nostalgia— it's nice to see more greenery in a world that seems to have been taken over, largely, by concrete.

The stretch of stairs doesn't bother him in the least, but he matches pace with Ai so he doesn't wear her out with his speed. ]

Are all temples built so high up?

[emotive]

[They're almost to the front of the gate. In answer to his question...]

It's just my guess, but it seems like the important ones are usually situated up on a mountain or hill of some sort. Nature is harder to overcome in such a terrain after all so you might as well keep it around.

In Vietnam, there's all sorts of shrines around the mountainsides when you drive out into the country.

[onoir]

I see. It adds to the mood, if nothing else.

[ Having to scale mountains or hills to find a place of solace; it seems like a running theme. A slight exhale, and he passes through the gate to step out into the broad entranceway leading to the front of the temple proper. ]

—This shouldn't be said in a place of worship, but this is an ideal place for a duel.

[emotive]

There is plenty of room...

[There was a samurai here, he's gone now.

Ai Thao looks around seeing if there's anyone around. If there is, there's always that spell that causes misdirection where neither she or Diarmuid would be noticed. Right now, there's no resident monks around so there's no need to be concerned with that right now.]

There's also the backwoods and a lake near the temple.

[She falls quiet, trying to concentrate. While she wasn't expecting any immediate signs it comes to her surprise when she finally senses a presence.]

... Into the forest then.

[onoir]

[ Thank god that there are no hapless temple visitors to get stuck in any crossfire that might occur, which is definitely a certainty by now. Diarmuid also catches on to the errant presence, signaling that he senses them by a flick of his head towards the general direction of where the other party would be.

He'd insist on leading, but he's also sure that he can jump in if the enemy tries to "surprise" them. That would be spectacularly stupid. ]

Agreed. It would be a shame to destroy any part of these buildings.

[ yo that would be terrible though ]

[emotive]

[Ryuudou Temple is a treasure.

Ai Thao takes to the path that leads to the back of the temple and into the forest. The scent of the air is clear and clean after the light rain. The trees tower over the both of them, and the stillness makes Ai taciturn.

And then there's a smooth if jovial voice that calls out to the both of them.]

Well, well. I hadn't expected the little Master to be this petite. You have your job cut out for you, don't you Lancer??

[Her Eyes activate, but Ai doesn't make a move. Her gaze moves up towards a rather unusual sight (yes, just a little unusual even for this War.)

A Servant was relaxing on top of a branch of one of the trees. He was very clearly European, with brunette hair and blue eyes and sporting a thin mustache that gave him a mischievous air. His looks were inconspicuous enough, but it was the fact that he was wearing very Japanese robes and sporting two swords at his sides that would be the cause for worry.

He lets out a low whistle, sensing Ai Thao's intent.]

My, my. They said looks could kill and now I'd believe it.

[onoir]

[ Diarmuid also follows her gaze up, and lightly...raises a brow at this guy in what looks like a very traditional Japanese getup. Right.

That's not a reason to underestimate, though, and the provocation towards Ai has him step up and in front of her, vaguely acting as a shield. ]

Take care with your words. I'd think it would be a disappointment for you, if your last words were speaking ill of my Master.

[ That's a warning. ]

[emotive]

[The Servant moves so he's squatting as he assesses his two opponents.]

Now, now. I don't mean any ill will at all, especially not towards a lovely lady I've just met.

[Her Eyes fade and Ai grimaces at him.]

... Are you protecting your own Master??

[He raises a brow and shrugs.]

My Master is one of the pious men who resides within the Temple. You can either attempt to root him out or simply face me in the clearing that's nearby.

Either way, I would like one good fight in this dear country I've loved all my life.

[onoir]

[ Is this guy flirting with Ai... this nonsense. Lancer shifts a little so that he's almost completely in front of the smaller figure, not to be patronizing but because he's not too thrilled with whatever...this is. Chivalry!!

The other Servant does get a few points in favor of being forthcoming, though, which is something Diarmuid notes with a humility that's completely divorced from the slight indignance. ]

A fight, then. If anything, your honesty is commendable.

1/2

[emotive]

[Naaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah.

Ai Thao peeks from behind Lancer (still in serious mode, mind you, she gets that he's just protecting her).]

A fight it is. And you have my word as Lancer's Master that I will not attempt to invade the temple to find yours.

[The Servant nods in approval at Ai's conduct.

But don't think he didn't notice Diarmuid's slight shift in movement though. His sharp eyes glance between the two of them. The knight and his young Master. A young lady no less.

Look, it doesn't take a genius to tell that they've formed a close bond. He's silent for a moment before answering.]

[emotive]

Well! It's settled then, isn't it?

[He gives Ai Thao a rather charming smile.]

Je vous aime bien! You are a noble Master. Your gaze may cause death, but within it, your honor burns brightly and vividly.

[Ai Thao is thoroughly taken aback by how friendly this Servant is and for a moment she's at a loss.]

Oh! I... Er. Thank you?? Merci???

[Oh, he's French...]