[voicetesting, considering adstringendum]

[too_old_for_this]

Oh no you don't. Read my lips. Read my username! You just gave it to me, didn't you? I was planning on some quality time in Tahiti with a fancy cocktail and a nice, relaxing novel.

On the beach.

In the sun.

Have you ever thought about what the middle of a disaster zone is like in winter? Ever had frostbite? I have. Let me tell you, growing parts back hurts twice as much. -- Don't even go for the nose joke. I saw that look.

No, I think I'm going to have to veto this one. So sorry! Already bought the tickets.

Don't push me on this.

You wouldn't like me when I'm angry.

Comments

[everhoping]

....Growing parts back?

[too_old_for_this]

It's a long story, kid. So what landed you in this subpar vacation spot?

[everhoping]

Well, I travel all over... sort of. I guess I just ended up here? I'm Riou, by the way...

[too_old_for_this]

Then I guess we have something in common. Adam, by the way. [He holds out a hand to shake.] Adam Pierson. It's a pleasure.

[everhoping]

Oh, um. Same!

[ Shakes hand eagerly!!! then pause. ]

So did you grow this hand back some time before....?

[too_old_for_this]

Do I look like a starfish to you? Don't worry, it's all natural.

[everhoping]

Eh? Starfishes grow arms too?!

[ But. Has he even seen a starfish? Aren't those far out in the coast and the nearest big body of land near his place is a lake... ]

[too_old_for_this]

That's what I hear.

[Giving Riou a sidelong look.] But my vertebrate status aside. Seen anything interesting in the area? I'm new.

[everhoping]

Interesting... I'm not really sure. Everything around here's pretty interesting.

[ Hey, he's a kid. You're... an ancient dude :x ]

[possessedchroma]

You can grow parts back? You don't look like a Lizardman though...

[too_old_for_this]

Starfish, lizards, I am getting all the animal comparisons today.

No, I'm not a lizard man either. What's your name?

[possessedchroma]

Sorry.. I'm Marona!

[too_old_for_this]

I don't mind, I'm just wondering what happened to the flattering ones. You know -- lion, eagle...

Adam Pierson. [He holds out a hand to shake.] Charmed. -- Is it just me or is this place full of kids?

[possessedchroma]

Nice to meet you, Mr. Pierson. [Shakes his hand!]

I don't know about that but I guess werewolves are pretty sturdy and heal fast too, if you'd rather me refer to you like that.

[too_old_for_this]

Werewolf. Great. That's a real improvement. -- Just call me Adam, okay? "Mr. Pierson" makes me feel old.

[His lips crimp in a visibly suppressed smile.]

[possessedchroma]

Okay, Mr. Adam.

[she just cant drop the Mr. thing, it's kind of weird for her too.]

[too_old_for_this]

That'll have to do. So, where are you from that they tell lizard man stories, Marona?

[saintedsinner]

WAIT! My mun knows you!

-=He's trying to think.=-

Marius? Darius? Caperticus? Something like that?

[too_old_for_this]

Yes, exactly. Caperticus. Very pleased to meet you.

[saintedsinner]

Alright! I told her I was paying attention!

-=as the mun facepalms=-

So you're coming into the game, right? Heh, this is the best time. Really.

[too_old_for_this]

It seems I don't have much of a choice.

But do elaborate on that "best time" thing! It sounds exciting.

[And he loves excitement. Particularly when it's happening a long way away.]

[saintedsinner]

Well, currently we're trapped in darkness and the trees are attacking us. There've been at least two injuries. Both of them grievious.

-=He's dead serious now on this. Rome's stabbing has hit too close to home.=-

[too_old_for_this]

The trees are attacking.

All right, that's it, I'm definitely headed for Havana instead.

[saintedsinner]

Wherever the hell that is.

And we have this squid.

[too_old_for_this]

Tropical. Great parties. And the only squid you get are fried with chile sauce.