Mun watched Princess and the Frog again and game musings

[kingofnightmares]

Yes, it was an adorable film. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

It was a shame that 'Shadow man' was given the boot. He was the most interesting out of the bunch, if I do say so myself. Then again, he'd be no match for my shadows. Plus, he's in a completely different realm of magic and capabilities. I wouldn't go so far as to collect blood.

[Pitch wrinkles his nose at the mere thought of that. Too messy.]

And now, Nautilus his gotten me into another mess. I think I will take some time out to relax by myself. Away from the lair, away from Megamind... away from everyone.

However, Wonderland is showing to be promising, seeing as how I get to keep my powers there. It presents many opportunities, wouldn't you say, Mun?

Comments

[legally_blonde]

...You're not bein' serious about th'Shadowman, are you?

[Because he got his just desserts, as far as Lottie's concerned.]

[kingofnightmares]

I am. He was very interesting. I'd be honored to meet him in person.

We all have a thirst for control and power. He just took a wrong turn, that's all.

[legally_blonde]

I don't mean t'be rude, but think you might be overstatin' some things and understatin' othahs, mistah.

[kingofnightmares]

We're all entitled to our opinions.

[legally_blonde]

Opinion or not, gettin' in that deep with bad spirits isn't a l'il "wrong turn". Even th'people who don't give a hoot about voodoo know that.

threadjack?

[transformationcentral]

Ain't no such thing as 'good' and 'bad' when it comes to th'Other Side, Mizz Charlotte.

But I wouldn't go around expectin' folks like you to know much about that, now should I?

[Just the biggest, cheesiest grin over here.]

go for it!

[legally_blonde]

I'm supposin' that's why all that hullabaloo went down that one Mardi Gras, am I wrong? Tia told me all 'bout what happened.

[Though... Facilier isn't completely wrong.]

And so what if I like th'see th'best in people? Not everyone's a bad apple, rotten to th'core.

[Looking your way, Doctor.]

[transformationcentral]

[He's going to go ahead and ignore that look.]

And it doesn't look like it stuck, now did it?

[Facilier makes a general sort of gesture about his person. He's obviously standing here and not drifting endlessly in a hellish limbo, so the Friends must've done something wrong.]

[legally_blonde]

Of course it didn't stick. You don't really think all of us would be driftin' 'round in this place if everythin' made sense and was right, do you?

[Alas, poor Lottie has been in RPland for a number of years know. She knows the ropes all too well, and she even met several other Faciliers to boot. Though she might not be pleased with another Facilier's presence, it's not surprising. Not anymore.]

[number_one_coward]

Shadows fighting shadows doesn't sound like much fun.

[kingofnightmares]

To some, it might not. But I always like a good challenge here or there.

[number_one_coward]

Seems like a lot of trouble for not much reward.

[kingofnightmares]

There's plenty of reward. Being on top, having control...

The usual.

[number_one_coward]

Sounds nice. Until things start going wrong and you're the one who has to deal with it all.

you rang?

[transformationcentral]

Well now! Glad to see somebody 'round here appreciates showmanship.

To whom do I owe the pleasure?

hsdafha omg

[kingofnightmares]

[Ah, speak of the devil himself.]

Pitch Black, at your service. Otherwise known as the Boogeyman.

[transformationcentral]

[There's a brief flash of concern over Facilier's face before settling back into that crooked, gap-toothed grin.]

That so? Can't say I was expectin' a lot of praise from the, uh, 'big leagues'.

[kingofnightmares]

[Ah, such flattery, but he keeps his gaze leveled, hands folded behind his back.]

Your work was fascinating, I couldn't help it.

It's a shame it went all down hill because of those two 'frogs'.

[transformationcentral]

[And now there's a bit of anger mixed in with that fear and he isn't quite sure what to do.]

Well, you know what they say. 'The best laid plans of mice and men' an' all that.

Wouldn't be surprised if you'd seen your share'a failures yourself.

[kingofnightmares]

[His smile grows bitter. But he recollects himself, playing it cool as he opens his arms outward, shrugging.]

A handful or so, yes. But I'm moving on from them, especially in these games I'm in.

I would hope you would do the same for yourself, especially in this realm.

[transformationcentral]

Not much point in gettin' a second chance like this if I'm gonna waste it fretting on about past mistakes, now is there?

[kingofnightmares]

Exactly.

There's always room for second chances, as well as different venues. I'm starting to figure that out myself, especially in one game I'm in.

I'm sure you'll find your footing somewhere. Once you do, I can't wait to see what you have planned.

[transformationcentral]

The boy's already got a couple places in mind, as a matter'a fact.

[He phrases 'boy' like a curse word, practically spitting it out.]

Can't say any of 'em are much to my tastes, either.

[kingofnightmares]

Then it's up to you to use that charismatic charm of yours to help you along the way in the games he has in mind.

I trust you'll do well in any of them. Besides, I'm sure they're not too much for you to handle.

[transformationcentral]

I've tried. But this boy's different, real stubborn. Now, I've handled some pretty stubborn folk, believe you me, but at least They had the courtesy to talk back every once in awhile.

[kingofnightmares]

[Pitch sighs, brining a hand to his brow, rubbing it.]

Muns never listen. It's not even worth it half of the time. They do as they please, but even someone as powerful as me can't stop my own mun. She decides for me. I wouldn't doubt it's the same way for yours as well, Doctor.

You have to endure, sadly.