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Title: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 10, 2015, 12:08:05 AM

(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w298/Cashe132/City_Slums_by_Livio_by_Livio27.jpg)

A dark area where the less honest types of people gather.

Field Status

There's a strange stench in the air.
Shadowy figures are swaying in the distance.
There is a strange sound, like the sound of running electricity.
It must be what the Umano Slums are known for, the Underground Fights.

King of Underground Fights:

Hikaru Nagisaki

Special Rule: The Underground Fights

When a Cardfight is initiated on this field, both fighters, once per game may either:
1) Draw two cards during their draw phase.
or
2) Put a Critical Trigger on top of their deck before initiating their drive check. (Note: You may only place the critical trigger on top before the first check of your twin drive, if you do not, then you have missed the opportunity.)

What is a field?

A field is an area where events between characters or even individual characters may happen. As replies to these posts, characters may chronicle events that transpire between each other which would often be as a result of or due to a Cardfight. Field events are great ways to develop characters as well as character relationships. Field events, for example, could include a Cardfight as part of a rivalry between two individuals. It can be something as simple as a simple outing or meeting that then leads to a game of Vanguard. Or something that would greatly move the plot, a fight between someone of the heroic affinity and someone of the villainous affinity.

Remember, Cray is looking for the best of the best to be a leader. This does not mean that the leader has to be filled with good intentions, its anyone who the cards seem to decide is fit. Heroes can do as much as they can, but without villains pushing the story forward with their schemes, there isn't much to save. So if you are on the villainous side, use these areas to move along with your plots and schemes. You may ask others to come and roleplay with you and anyone can post in these areas, there is no limit other than that of being logical and simply just being respectful to your fellow fighters.

Any character that you interact with during field events may get affinity +1 or -1 with you.
Certain fields may have special events and things happening there in order to start up some action.

Post events that transpire below based on you character's own perspective, and just have fun with it!
Good luck!

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: MaXtreme on August 10, 2015, 11:29:53 AM

(continuation from the Train Station story)

Both Itou and the runner got stopped by goons in the Underground Arena, but since none of them had decks to fight with, the goons decided to have an idea for entertainment, by giving both people a deck and let them fight, with the extension of electrical shocks to whoever takes damage. The fugitive did not have any experience with vanguard, so he was not a hard opponent for Itou, his difficulty was found in using new units from a clan he never used called Pale Moon. And after a few turns he managed to win, get the runner and see that his objective was taking advantage of the power outage to steal money. Itou returns to the station, gives back the money and takes the train to head home, but his deck is still missing...

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 11, 2015, 02:05:43 AM

(Continue from the train station)
Hikaru then goes through the alley ways in the deepest parts of town. Knowing the paths as he went here to often vent his frustrations. Putting on his signature sunglasses he headed to the front gates while showing his deck as sign he is participating in the fights.

"You idiots know the drill" The bouncers then stepped aside the young man through as he looked around for any familiar faces.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on August 11, 2015, 02:23:55 AM

Haruka makes his way through the shady parts of town. His nose is bandaged up from the earlier encounter that day. "Jesus, women can be so brutal." Haruka cracks his neck tightening his scarf a bit.

He notices the crowd of people surrounding a man in a suit and sunglasses. Haruka knows this place. He's always hated this place. "Bad things happen here..."

A flame starts to burn in the center of his chest and the glow in his eyes flared up. He walked towards the group, cards in hand. "You there!" Haruka pointed at the one in the suit. His arms were weak and his legs were shaking.

What a man you are.

Haruka clenched his teeth as everyone stared at him. If Haruka wants to save the world, he has to start somewhere. Somehow.

"C-C-Cardfight me!" Haruka stuttered out.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 11, 2015, 02:56:18 AM

Hikaru turned around and saw the man who was shaking every inch of his body. Hikaru delightedly smirked at his opponent. He then clicked his fingers in the air as two goons gave him a pair of standard vanguard gloves.

"You might as well wear the gloves because this fight is going to be tense."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on August 11, 2015, 04:15:07 AM

Haruka quickly grabs the gloves and puts them on. "Deep breaths. Deep breaths..." Haruka breathes in once, twice, thrice. He opens his eyes and stares at the man in black. "Let's do this then."

With modified rules in place, Haruka takes advantage of double drawing often. However, one thing he didn't count on was how quickly he managed to burn through his own cards. His weak smirk that he came in with quickly dissipated, while his opponent simply laughed. Upon taking damage, the gloves would push you further, giving you a light shock at 1 damage, and easily making your blood electrify at 5. The game was getting close, however things quickly went south once Haruka realized that he was low on cards in the deck. The fight was lost by deckout. Haruka was crushed, but at least he didn't get hit by the 6th damage electrocution.

"Now you see the difference in our skills," the man in black spoke, peering through his sunglasses.

Haruka clenched his fists and looked up. The flare was brighter than ever. A true rival. Somebody who would test his skills. Despite an alteration in rules, he still managed to lose the fight. This was a truly powerful, and ruthless opponent.

"This proves nothing, not by a long shot!" Haruka shouted. He looks his opponent in the eyes, while taking off the gloves. "I'll be back. You can bet on that."

The man's face no longer bore a grin. It was now wearing a truer smile. "Until then," was all he said.

"'Til then." Haruka spoke back, taking his walk of shame from the slums.


As Haruka made his escape from that humiliating defeat, he heard the voice. But it wasn't the same. It was more sympathetic.

Haru, you truly have gotten stronger. Your skills are lacking and you aren't exactly resonating with your deck. However, your resolve is strong. I believe you can be stronger. Much, much stronger. I believe you can save everybody.

Haruka snapped at those words. Save everybody. That's right. He must save everybody... No matter what the cost.

AP +2 for Hikaru (albeit, a rivalry has started between the two)

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 11, 2015, 04:59:17 AM

At the end of the fight Hikaru was a bit disappointed. It wasn't that the guy he was facing was bad but it was because of the fact of his over reliance on the use of the slum rules. The shocks weren't at maximum and was set at an average rate. He looks forward to crushing him again without the use of the underground rules.

Then Hikaru realized something. He forgot to ask the guy's name. He shakes the weird thought out of his head as he turns around to face the crowd.
"Alright which one of you is next?"

???(Haruka): +1AP 

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 11, 2015, 04:52:22 PM

After returning to his home for the night, Cero awoke to continue his...  Misadventures.  This time, while wandering, he found his way to the underground slums.  Too busy looking at his useless map, he bumped in to a couple of miscreants from the slums. 

One of them, probably around 18, turned around with a sneer on his face.  "Watch where you're goin', punk!  Do that again, and we'll beat the **** outta ya!"  Cero was completely unfazed by this goon's threats and continued walking passed them.

The other one, a little older, in his twenties, turned to his partner and said "Think that punk's a rich one?  That outfit ain't common here.  Looks like a tourist too."

"Yeah, you're right!  Let's mug 'im!"  The younger of the two grabbed Cero by the shoulder and turned him around.  "You don't get to leave, rich punk!  Not without beating us in a cardfight!"  This reaction caused Cero to smirk.  Obviously these people had no idea who he was.

"I accept your conditions!  In fact, I'll take both of you on at once!"  Cero shouted in response.  "Anything less would not be fitting from Europe's King of Vanguard!"  The two men laughed at Cero's title and bravado, believing him to just be some nameless tourist trying to make himself look tough.  The thugs were confident in their victory, especially since he said he'd fight them both at once.  They lead Cero to a set of underground fight tables, and offered him a pair of gloves.

"Put these on, or you won't get the full experience," the thugs chuckled as Cero put the gloves on without a second thought.  One of the thugs, believing they'd beat Cero with ease, set the shock level of the gloves to maximum.  The fight began with Cero going first, and soon after, he realized that the gloves he was wearing would shock him severely each time he took damage.  However, while the thugs thought this would lessen his bravado, Cero simply smirked.

"I see, so the fights here have actual consequences.  You should've thought twice before challenging I, Cero Kirguis, Europe's King of Vanguard!"  The fight progressed quickly, with Cero absolutely demolishing both of his opponents with ease, even though they cheated throughout the fight.  "Weaklings," Cero mumbled as he turned around, removing the gloves, and began to exit the fight area, leaving behind the two unconscious miscreants.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 11, 2015, 07:14:48 PM

How unsightly.

Ghastly couldn't describe how gloomy and disgusting this placed looked. Yukino would puke if she had to describe these delinquents in detail. Chained collars, piercings everywhere, gangly looking beasts of men. These people played card games? Entering the darkness of the slums sent chills down the queen's spine, she needed a shower two seconds upon arrival. Beginning to regret, she at least hoped Dalis didn't mind all of this.

Worry and fear, topped with disdain, turned into irritation. Seeing Europe's "King" again just made her stomach churn more than the place as a whole did. Mostly because he probably had the same idea she had, but he got here first... No matter, she wasn't here to deal with him anyway.

Turning a glance to a nearby fight, Yukino quickly noticed one of the fighters fiddle with the cards in their hand, stacking them, then drawing two cards as if it was one. Probably a form of the cheating they do here.

Dirty and unsightly. There was no one strong here, just cowardly and gross.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: shirii on August 11, 2015, 07:49:06 PM

"Why... here, of all places?" Dalis muttered under her breath, barely loud enough for Hikari to hear. She looked around at the dirty, run down slums. Hoarse, ragged breathing racked her ears and sent shivers down her spine. The dim light illuminated her skin, bathing her in some sort of golden glow. While the people here were far from impressive, she hoped she could inspire them go leave this disgusting place and pursue a grander life. Idly, she grabbed a spare deck close to her heart from her back pocket. She stared at the card, hearing no voices but feeling some other connection.

"This game is really something..." She whispered softly to Miracle Beauty, sighing and placing her back onto the deck, gripping it tightly.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 11, 2015, 08:18:24 PM

Cero, having finished thrashing several other of the nameless grunts in the slums, turned away from his table, only to realize Hikari and the disappointing woman from yesterday had arrived.  Figuring they had arrived for the same reason he had chosen to stay, Cero approached them, shouting, "No one here is worth your time, besides I, Cero Kirguis, Europe's King of Vanguard!!!  I request their strongest fighters, but none have yet to pose even the slightest challenge to me!  You're better off leaving, unless you want a rematch against me, 'Chosen Sword.'"  Something in the way Cero said 'Chosen Sword' was extremely mocking and condescending compared to the rest of what he said.  After this, he walked passed them, doing his best to conceal the rage he felt when he saw Hikari again.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 11, 2015, 09:10:51 PM

Cero -1 Affinity

This king of jobbers really did it now, what respect she had for him as a fighter diminished with his childish mockery. Did he forget that she thoroughly trounced him? An anger vein forming, clenching teeth, and digging her nails into her palm... it took everything she had to just not clobber the foreigner.

"Do you want another beating?!" she shouted, furious. He wasn't going to leave without getting smacked, rushed by her paladins, or belittled to a level as low as these garbage slum fighters. "I'll use you and everyone else here, save Dalis, as stepping stones in my rise to glory!"

Uh oh, the rampaging majesty got the attention of some of the punk players around...

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 11, 2015, 09:31:16 PM

I walk through these untreated sidewalks with muck here and there. "Disgusting, someone needs to bring a big truck full of Lysol down here and get rid of this horrendous stench." I look around and I still see people Cardfighting, others watching, and even more people doing their own thing. "Are they not bothered by the poor quality of this place, because that takes a quite amount of skill," Hazama says to himself

Then he notices a girl screaming at some guy. "Greeeeaaaattt," he says to himself. Its the same girl from last night who was beating up two people at once. Haha, this will be interesting." Hazama steps closer to the action to hopefully enjoy a good show. "I wish I had brought some popcorn with me. Oh well."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 11, 2015, 09:38:43 PM

Cero turned around, smirking, knowing Hikari had fallen for his bait.  He raised his deck and, shouting yet again, "Fine then, if it's a rematch you want, it's a rematch you'll get!"  Noticing that others had taken notice of Hikari, he continued shouting, "All of you back off and clear a fight table!  This one is my prey!"  Cero began to walk towards a nearby fight table that people had scattered away from, terrified of the man who had just recently demolished most of the strongest Underground fighters singlehandedly.  This time I'll get my revenge against her, Cero though as he clutched his deck case.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 11, 2015, 09:40:29 PM

Swiftly dashing over to the table and kicking a slow man out of the way, she slammed her deck on the table.

"I will make you grovel."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 11, 2015, 09:43:53 PM

Cero tossed Hikari a pair of gloves.  "Put these on, you'll have a more...  Exciting experience," followed by Cero putting on a pair of the same type of gloves.  He put in his own deck on the table, and shouted "I won't grovel to you, no matter what the result."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 11, 2015, 09:46:36 PM

"Oh?" Hearing faint voices in the shadows, he stepped into the zone.

Late at night, Jellal stepped from the shadows and into the devastation known as the Umano Underground Slums. Most people would be home right about now, but not Jellal. He felt like something here had attracted him. The place spelled trouble, to which any normal person would've turned away from it. But Jellal stood tall, soaking in the air and looking up to the night sky. He opened up his phone and pressed the button at the top: emitting a small light revealing the time: 11:45 PM. He was perplexed but not bothered.

"I attack!" from a distance. Jellal looked up and saw a group of people collectively gathered around fight tables.

(http://i.imgur.com/e0rSXLT.png) "They're playing...Vanguard?" he said to himself. After closely examining them, he noticed that the fighters all shared the same trend: older, vicious, and loud. "They look like a bunch of savage thugs". He closed the phone which illuminated his whole face from bottom to top and slid it into his back pocket. As Jellal took two steps, his foot collided with something: a can. Tumbling down the pile it sat on, Jellal was startled just a bit as it made a loud noise per each second. Finally hitting the ground, it made the loudest and obvious commotion, causing all of the fighters to slightly turn their heads into the direction that our blonde-mix boy was at.

(http://i.imgur.com/lylwsuV.png) He was startled, the expression on his face was one not shown to many. "Maybe I should.. turn back.." he thought. He was concealed in darkness, so it would be his best chance to run away before they came to investigate. Taking the step back to regret everything, a light shined above Jellal revealing to the fighters who was causing the ruckus.

(http://i.imgur.com/e0rSXLT.png) "Tch" he said to himself, thinking it was too late. "Well.. I guess.. it's now or never." He smirked for the thrill, braving his usual face and approached the rough crowd of fighters, expecting almost anything. His eyes were aimed forward, but he could feel the glares and the smirks from each one. Their smug expressions made Jellal want to see what they were capable of. He took to the empty fight table while everyone watched him bypass all of them, as if he was a celebrity ignoring common citizens. He went into his bag trying to grab his deck case, however while inside the back, Jellal noticed he was shaking. Whether it was fear or excitement he couldn't tell and for that matter, he didn't care.

"Late at night, in a place like this..." he thought as he pulled out his deck case with his newly frozen hand. "I dunno, could be fun." He was ready for battle as the expression on his face wasn't too far off from those whom just glared him down. All he had to do, was wait.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 11, 2015, 10:22:07 PM

Getting bored from this Cardfight, Hazama looks around at the poor conditioned area. I spot an old acquaintance, "Jellal, what in  the world are you doing here," I say to myself.

I start walking towards the fight table where Jellal is standing. Once I am close enough, I say to him, "Well, you are one of the last people I would expect to see here. Though why are you here?" Hazama asks him. "You know its not the friendliest of places."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 11, 2015, 10:40:16 PM

He looked up and saw the familiar face of Hazama, the Dark Irregular player from the other day. Even in the darkest of nights, he still retained his radiance from his hair to his complexion. Jellal averted his eyes from Hazama towards the thug-like cardfighters who were previously glaring him down, to just turning away. At first he was a bit relieved, but he was still entranced in the thrill of what goes on in this area.

"I could ask you the same." he retorted while looking back at Hazama.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 11, 2015, 10:41:30 PM

Yukino put on the glove, then regret doing so. A girlish, high pitched shriek came out of her mouth when the shocks for each damage occurred. A blush, embarrassed by how pathetic she looked from the pain. It hurt enough for her to shut her eyes close, not seeing how Cero responded to it, but she could hear his pained grunts.

Once again, the first fight was interrupted. But not by them trying to kill each other, instead, a thug comes by. Apparently he's the older brother and one of the underground's higher ups... which was ironic. The giant man demanded they cease and leave, stating that there's no place for "their" kind. The King and Queen, at first, ignored him. Though, after his pestering, their patience simultaneously reached their limits, and they bashed the guy's head into the table together, then kicked him down further for good measure.

Furious, they fought each other for another round two like before. The sparks flying between the rival royal paladins were beyond measure, the Underground rejects all hyping it up and cheering. Neither side was even cheating, just a raw display of skill from both ends. During both fights, Yukino showed splendid command of her deck. The knights and high beasts following behind her loyally, and she herself acting in tandem with the King's power. They needed it to rival the King of Beasts, Garmore's raw power born from the formation of Snogals. In the midst of the fight, the holy knights on her end were getting worried. The queen got ahead, but then the king shut her down to five damage in one swoop. But using five total counterblasts to Superior Call Blaster Blade with Alfred's skill, and moving an antagonistic Palamedes off the board, she got back in control.

fitting music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0i-Feho60r0)

Margals all flew to her aid, the formation of the King, Palamedes, Marron, Blaster Blade, Lien, and Pongal all came together to see the end. When the King ran out of luck, having no way to stop her next turn, Stardust Trumpeter sounded her horn. The Royal Paladins began their song of victory as Alfred dealt the finishing blow to Garmore.

Visualized on Cray, a number of Hikari's allies jumped on her for a mosh pit, and she was more than happy about it.

On Earth, Yukino threw her arms into the sky, then yanked them down, clenching her fists, fistpumping. Her majesty bounced about happily, trouncing the king once again. Pain aside, she felt amazing.

"Now, you see that I am not bluffing! I am Cray's Chosen Sword for a reason!"

Royal Paladins +10 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 11, 2015, 10:48:32 PM

"I am here to scope out what goes on here Jellal. I'm not the type of person to stay in one place and see all the same people over and over, day after day. And besides, this is a new way of cardfighting, so naturally I would check this place out, though I do look a bit out of place here. Anyway this is a place that tests your skills mentally and physically." I get out my deck case, look through the cards, then place all 50 cards on the deck slot.

"Are we gonna do this or what?" Hazama asks with confidence even though he knows what happens when you fight in the underground.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 11, 2015, 11:19:31 PM

Cero was smirking as he watched Hikari put on the glove, knowing all too well how much pain they could cause.  Her shrieks were a satisfying sound to him, but the gloves were still painful enough to him to cause grunts despite all the cardfights he'd been through already here.

Like their previous encounter, the first fight was interrupted.  However, it wasn't their hatred of each other that caused it this time, despite that game being neck and neck.  Instead, the older brother of one of the underground's higher ups attempted to break up the fight due to "their kind" not being allowed here, something Cero had been dealing with throughout the day.  Although Cero and Hikari managed to ignore him for a while, he eventually tried to force the fight to be ended, only to get his head slammed into the table by both Hikari and Cero at the same time, causing the table to break, followed by him being kicked to the ground just to make sure no one else would interfere again.

Their second fight was once again extremely close.  They were matched blow for blow at first, with the intensity of a storm on both ends, giving rise to massive amounts of cheering and the gathering of a large audience.  Cero and Hikari refused to cheat in the fight, simply giving their all to their opponent.  During both fights, Cero masterfully crafted his fields to maximize his attacking power with what was available to him.  He managed to bring forth a full backrow of Snogals lead by his King of Beasts, the Fang of Light Garmore, a card capable of rivaling Hikari's King of Knights, Alfred.  Although Hikari managed to get the lead from Cero at first, he quickly turned the game around and pushed her into a corner with a single turn.  However, she responded to her situation by bringing out her second Blaster Blade, which took out Cero's strongest Rear-guard, Palamedes, allowing Hikari to take the lead from Cero once again.

Even though he managed to have all four Snogals out in an attack formation, he was unable to overcome Hikari's defenses, leaving him wide open to the final blow from Alfred.  Cero, believing the fight couldn't be over yet, believed he could pull his final heal trigger from his deck and survive the turn, but this belief was only a fantasy, leaving Cero to take the final damage and suffer a severe shock that brought him to his knees.

Cero was left in shock, both figuratively and literally, that he lost to Hikari yet again.  Despite having just suffered a shock that should've rendered him unconscious, Cero stood up and pointed at Hikari, shouting "You, Hikari, I declare as the rival of Europe's King of Vanguard, Cero Kirguis!!  Don't you dare lose a cardfight until I claim my victory against you," this time having accepted that she was stronger than him.

Hikari +1 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 11, 2015, 11:26:17 PM

"I will match your might once again when the time of our rematch is upon us! Don't you go losing either!"

About time he acknowledged her.

Cero +1 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 12, 2015, 01:03:48 AM

Quote from: Helios on August 11, 2015, 10:48:32 PM

"I am here to scope out what goes on here Jellal. I'm not the type of person to stay in one place and see all the same people over and over, day after day. And besides, this is a new way of cardfighting, so naturally I would check this place out, though I do look a bit out of place here. Anyway this is a place that tests your skills mentally and physically." I get out my deck case, look through the cards, then place all 50 cards on the deck slot.

"Are we gonna do this or what?" Hazama asks with confidence even though he knows what happens when you fight in the underground.

"This again?" Jellal said. "Not to burst your bubble but I already fought you." He said with such coldness in his voice. However an idea popped into his head.

"I'm more interested in fighting those thugs, but you seem like you want to have a challenge. So..." his voice trailed off looking at the group of rogue cardfighters. "Let's take out as many as we can; play by their rules. If you have more wins than me, then I'll fight you. How's that?" Jellal, however, is very clever. His aim was to weed out the weaker competition while also seeing how far Hazama can go, in addition to studying his play style and deck. He had no reason to accept a request to someone he previously lost to, but Jellal was tense, motivated and focused. Adrenaline coursing through his veins, wanting to bring out his true potential and to bend the Shadow Paladins he held to his will.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 01:08:30 AM

Gazing off to the side, she noticed the savior of the pervert from yesterday. Before leaping at him, the queen also saw Jellal. Tossing the fight glove aside, an approach was made, just to speak with him. A sort of compelling force to just communicate, but Blaster Blade warned her of Blaster Dark's presence.

Watch yourself around a wielder of Shadows, but more importantly, do not fall for Blaster Dark's envious glare.

"Hello, Jellal", Hikari greeted, taking heed of her avatar's warning.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 12, 2015, 01:33:06 AM

Quote from: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 01:08:30 AM

Gazing off to the side, she noticed the savior of the pervert from yesterday. Before leaping at him, the queen also saw Jellal. Tossing the fight glove aside, an approach was made, just to speak with him. A sort of compelling force to just communicate, but Blaster Blade warned her of Blaster Dark's presence.

Watch yourself around a wielder of Shadows, but more importantly, do not fall for Blaster Dark's envious glare.

"Hello, Jellal", Hikari greeted, taking heed of her avatar's warning.

"!?" Jellal looked and saw the white haired woman from the other day. "It's you..." he said with his usual expression. "The one who talks to their cards." He didn't expect to find someone as 'aristocratic' as her to be in a place like this, especially during the night.

"Don't you two have better places to be at during this hour?" he said staring at both Hazama and Yukino. Turning to Yukino, something caught his eye, her deck box. "Right..." he thought "She has Blaster Blade..."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 01:37:09 AM

"I do, but I was looking for new, strong players. I didn't find any here, unfortunately, so I would up dealing with a European pro", Hikari casually told Jellal her reason and her activities. She noticed his gaze, and felt Blaster Blade's personal unease. This was understandable, but the human fighter himself didn't seem the terrorist-type like his units.

"Why are you here?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Azuki Frappé on August 12, 2015, 01:46:24 AM

Ighanna's car arrives at the hideous slum, stench was rising from the litter scattered scarcely across the road, to be honest it wasn't even a road, just a dug up path of dirt. Surrounding both sides of the "road" was cheaply made houses, constucted of just wood and plated aluminium as a roof. She wouldn't be surprised if shady business were being dealt here.

"Are you sure its this place" Ighanna asked her passengers as her driver proceeds forward into the depths of the slum. Sunlight seems to fade the further the car sinks in. It seems like they were stuck in a jungle with no escape. To her surprise, Ighanna sees two figure standing afar dressed quite formally, perhaps they are the person Hana-san was asking to meet.

"Is that the person?" She asks to reassure as the chauffeur stops and car and Ighanna steps out of it, inviting her two new friends to step out with her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 12, 2015, 01:48:18 AM

"I wandered here, saw people playing vanguard and wanted to join in." He said while retrieving the Shadow Paladin deck. He held it in his hand while staring at both Hazama and Yukino. It felt like they were all drawn here for some reason or another.

"Royal Paladin..." he thought while looking at Yukino. "Dark Irregulars" turning to Hazama. "And.." staring at Blaster Dark, the knight of darkness. Much like his avatar, Jellal felt determined and slowly placed the deck by his side while aiming at his looks at the two fighters.

"So what now?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 12, 2015, 02:07:19 AM

"Let's go Mii-hime..." Hana whispered as she gestured Miyuki to keep moving forward.

Hana didn't like the feeling that this place gave out, but since Miyuki had to get home as quickly as possible, there was no other choice it seems. Hana kept a close and caring eye on Miyuki to make sure that she was alright even though Hana was scared of this whole place herself. The surrounding noises made this venture even more nerve-chilling, the sound of running electricity, the sight of the underground fights. This was a new sight to her, a sight which at some points forced her to have to close her eyes. Hana loves Vanguard, but not this kind of Vanguard.

When she suddenly caught sight of her sister, she thought that was hallucinating, as if this were just something that she was seeing in order to calm down. After a couple of consecutive blinks, she realized that it really was her sister. What was she doing here? She called out to Yukino both in worry and excitement, a saving grace.

"YUKINEEE!!!" she waved at her sister.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 02:22:55 AM

"Well, have you fought any of them? Any experiences to share?" Hikari inquired, trying to make conversation, plus she actually did want some knowledge of the fighters here. The queen only called them weak from Cero's word and her sizing them up. Then again, cheaters can't be that good. At the very least, the desire to strangle Hazama for yesterday's ordeal was gone.

In the midst of conjuring an answer to his "what now?", Yukino saw her sister waving. That wasn't a good sign, this wasn't the kind of place the princess should be. Leaving Jellal and going off to make Hana get home, or at least away from here, the vanguard considered heading home herself, but she wanted to speak with Jellal more...

"Hana, what are you doing here?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 12, 2015, 02:34:57 AM

"As far as I can tell, they play by their own rules. Not very friendly ones at that too." Jellal explained. "That's why I wanted to fight them, to beat them at their own game." As cold as Jellal is, and despite his choice of clan, Jellal held a high sense of honor in cardfighting: never allowing himself or his opponent to make mistakes. However, in a zone like this, there was no 'rules' but he still felt the need to challenge them to see if he can surpass them.

"Hm?" he saw Yukino react to her sister, Hana. "She's the Bermuda player I fought the other day..." he noted. "Great, how many more of you plan to show up?" he said while smirking. Of course he was annoyed but he found it kind of funny that he's fought everyone that showed up tonight. Coincidence? He shrugged it off.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 12, 2015, 02:41:56 AM

So it really was Yukinee.

- Naisu Naisu -

"I'm taking Miyuki home, she said she had to get home immediately, but sadly this was the fastest route there- um."

She heard a familiar voice and looked around. It was Jello, the Shadow Paladin man. She actually would like to fight him again, but wasn't sure if this was the right place or time. She is questioning what he is doing here with her sister anyways.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 02:47:52 AM

"Take Miyuki home, this isn't somewhere you should be. Nor is it somewhere I want you to be", Yukino urged her baby sister away, already feeling the glances and stares of these barbarian inhabitants shot toward Hana. Though, after the queen smashed that big guy into a table and drop kicked him with the King, they might think twice if they know Hana belonged to her.

Tonight's been plenty long as it is, no need for more of a ruckus. Though, following Isabella's line of sight... she was looking at Jellal.

"Do you know him?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Azuki Frappé on August 12, 2015, 03:00:42 AM

Ighanna was confused by what was going on so she tried to lighten up the dense, heavy mood by saying "Hello?" in order to catch this person "Yukinee" and "Jello"s attention. Apparently they seem to be aquainted. I thought in my mind they don't seem to have any transport, I should be of use by transporting them. The slums doesn't seem like a nice habitat to settle in.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: SarcasticClownGeneral on August 12, 2015, 03:10:47 AM

"The slums huh,this place don't sound much better then the zoo". "The place must be deserted with no people". As Azien begin to notice the zoo was becoming far to crowd and he knew he had to move. Trying to find the right place with no people was hard seeing that a lot of other places were full with card fighters. "Dam if there wasn't so much people in the zoo i wouldn't have to leave ". "If only I was strong enough to drive them all away, I wouldn't have this problem". Sadly for Azien even in the slums he could detected life and he knew he would have to fight. Seeing as this unknown power of his was starting to take over, he decided for once use it. Knowing it would give him power, he could see threw every card fighter around and one by one they would fall if he acted. As he could obliterate there hopes and dreams even if that wasn't his intention

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Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 03:25:55 AM

Yukino was going to great the idol that seemed to have come with Hana, but then the queen froze. A terrifying might stagnated the air, as if it were a poisonous smog, or a mind numbing gravity. Oh... yes. The sense of strength came from the person who just walked into the place with murderous intent, judging by his looks. More importantly, however, the snowy majesty noted this newcomer's gleaming red eyes.

He was the red-eyed terror the construction workers were talking about.

This is going to be great, she thought, grinning maliciously. Sword eyes filled with enticed, murderous passion, the snow woman approached him.

"You are the strong fighter from Zoo I heard about", also obtaining knowledge of the fact that he was from a select nation division, Yukino pointed at him.

"You're going to fight me."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: SarcasticClownGeneral on August 12, 2015, 03:34:06 AM

"huh I don't really like beating girls, but you seem like your good at card fighting". "Don't get your hopes up, because I've already seen threw you". "Challenge accepted, Azien the name by the way".

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Azuki Frappé on August 12, 2015, 03:41:01 AM

Ighanna spectates Hana's friend as she begins a cardfight in the middle of the slums. The design of the tables, a true underground fight, something Ighanna herself have never seen before. She never thought that someone as prestigious as her family friend will play in something this shady. Deapite this she felt intrigued to cardfight herself, the excitement and adrenaline of the battle lured her bloodthirst. Ighanna holds her deck tight and spectates the game with full attention.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 12, 2015, 03:50:20 AM

In the shadows of the buildings laying on top of the ledge is the famed Judge of the underworld watching the various fights taking place at the moment. Even the fight between the so called 'Europe's king of Vanguard and some chick named Chosen Sword. He found them to be ridiculous even if he himself was a self confessed nut job.

"Things are getting interesting around here...." As Hikaru jumped off the ledge of the damaged building and slipped on his sunglasses.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 12, 2015, 04:00:01 AM

To answer her sister's question, she did know him.

Despite being easy-going, Hana felt a sensation in her heart where she must get another chance against this man as she has been practicing since the last time they've fought. Last time, her performance was half-baked, nowhere near the extent in which her sister is able to fight. She was determined this time, for her dreams and goals and as a challenge for herself as well.

I must catch up to my nee-san!

"Jello!" She shouted in a determined tone, "I'd like to perform with you one more time!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 12, 2015, 04:14:46 AM

"Jello...?" Jellal was confused at the name he was bestowed by Hana and even more confused by her request. "You want to fight me? Now?" He looked around at the area: observing how dead it was and how the fighters acting zombie-like. Staring back at Hana,, thinking she would be scared in a place like this, yet is here, demanding for a cardfight. Jellal sighed and looked at her with his hands in his pocket.

"Well, you're pretty determined" he said to her. He pointed his thumb back to the empty fight table that they were standing at and walked over. He slid his backpack off the table, puffing up a cloud of dust in the light as he awaited for Hana to emerge from the darkness and answer her own challenge.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kaze Natsume on August 12, 2015, 04:36:42 AM

Kaze yawns and stretches after a long relax nap in the park. "Maybe I should head to the card shop now." As he gets off the grass and gets ready to head to the card shop he heard a group of guys talking about some underground cardfights taking place at Umano Underground Slums. Kaze heads over to the group and ask them what they know about what they were just talking about. After obtaining the information he decided to thank the group for the information and starts to head over to the location. As Kaze leaves on of the guys ask "You don't plan on heading over there do you? They play by their own rules and any cost to win." Kaze replies "I'm just going to check it out it sounds interesting."

Kaze leaves the park and continues on his way to Umano Underground Slums.

Arriving at the area there's a strange sent in the air and the sound of electricity running through the area. "I wonder if anyone here recognizes me." Kaze though to himself and started to walk around as he see's fights starting to take place. While watching the fights Kaze saw one the random fighters place a card at the top of his deck from his sleeves and  the guy proceeds with a drive check "Critical Trigger" he announced.

-Kaze walks up to the table-

Kaze:"Are you proud of yourself?"
Guy: "Who are you?"
Kaze: "I should be asking you that question considering you think its okay to cheat."
Guy: "Whyyyyy you little piece of sh*t!!!" -Grabs Kaze by the shirt-
Guy: -Lets go of Kaze- "Let fight right now me and you winner takes players most valuable card."
Kaze: -smiles gently- "Alright you on."

-The fight starts-
-Players both at 5 Damage-
Guy: "My Vanguard attacks!" -places card from sleeve to the top of deck-
Kaze: "PERFECT GUARD!" -places card in guardian circle and discards a card form hand-
Guy: "D-Drive Check, Critical Vanguard" -places cards in hand- "I-I end..."
Kaze: "Stand and Draw." -goes straight into Battle Phase- "My Vanguard Attacks."
Guy: "I-I dont guard..." -places card from top of deck into Damage zone for the 6th damage- "How could I lose!!!" -slams the table-
Kaze: "Cause your way of vanguard is fake and nothing but illusion; also I don't want your card keep it as a reminder of what happened." -walks away from table and continues to walk around the place-

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 04:52:20 AM

Yukino's bloodlust was rather... unreal and scary. Nevertheless, the Royal Paladins fought alongside her in Full Throttle mode. They had to, to deal with the jurassic tyranny of Deathrex. Hikari focused all her efforts and worked in tandem with the holy knights in order to destroy the prehistoric menace, and came out on top after dealing with a massive pile of Draw Triggers. Palamedes overwhelmed, Soul Saver arrived, and Blaster Blade was even called unnecessarily. An insult to injury? No. It was simply a yearning to have him there.

Slamming the table with her fist, the queen let loose a victorious cry, along with the roaring cheers of other slums thugs rooting for her. The Yukino Fanclub had been established... and they already had merchandise?!

"Hahaha, bow before me, I am the Queen! The Chosen Sword of Cray!" she roared, gaining favor of these losers and good-for-nothings of the underground. "Good game!" was the least she could give to this red-eyed "terror". Honestly, there was fear in the heart of the Vanguard at first, but once the fight began, it was replaced with the thirst for war.

"Yuki-no! Yuki-no!" they chanted. She brought down a king, smashed and heel-dropped one of the higher ups with no fear, and then destroyed the most horrifying gent to enter the slums today. Someone of this royal esteem gracing the lower class... it was just too much.

With the smuggest smirk of pride, and a high of superiority, Hikari turned over to the fight Hana was having. "Was" being the keyword, it was already over. Naturally, in her victory against Jellal. But, of course she won! Hana Espoir is her younger sister, her darling pupil, her precious princess! A triumphant laugh echoed from her throat, a metaphorically song of victory for tonight's domination of the Espoir, Cray's Chosen.

Today was a beautiful day to be me, was the main thought racing in mind.

Well, at least we can be proud, Alfred sighed, the other Royals partying as well.

Hana +1 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 12, 2015, 04:53:19 AM

"A..Alright." Hana coughed a little due to the dust. Her eyes were half shut, and she covered her mouth.

She heard a noise, the screaming around the surrounding area grew more intense. She saw him, the red eye'd monster whom she had also fought before, Azien. Yukino was on her way towards him. Knowing that Yukino had been looking for him, Hana believed in her older sister. Now both of them had their own battle to fight.

"Iguana -chan please take take care of Mii-hime!"

She ran into the smoke, and as soon as she removed the hand which covered her mouth, she placed her deck upon the table, "Stand up, Wendell-chan!"

"You seem different." Pacifica said, concerned for Hana's well-being.
"Growing up, my nee-san and I have always felt worlds apart, now we seem to be in the same world, fighting our own battles. I'm scared but I really want to be as strong as her!" Hana explained. "We have to become the greatest idols that we can be Pacifica-chan!"

---

"I ride my avatar, Top Idol Pacifica and attack your Vanguard!" Hana then signals her rearguards to attack in an attempt to finish the game before it got dangerous.
"Your deck has changed." He said after having signaled an attack with his Vanguard, "but.."
"Heal Trigger, I heal one damage." and then what Hana feared, "Look, another heal trigger, so I'll heal another damage."

---

The battle went back and forth between them for awhile, each trigger check changing the tide of battle.

"Comical Rainie, a critical trigger! All effects to Perla!"

Eventually whether it be a stroke of luck, or through the pure determination that she had in her heart, she had won and accomplished one of her goals.

"I-"

- Looks like Yukinee also got Azien good! -

[Screams internally]

Affinity:
Yukinee: +1
Jello: +1

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Azuki Frappé on August 12, 2015, 05:09:42 AM

After both "Yukinee's" and "Jello's" game has finished, Ighanna slowly began clapping and cheering out for her friends as both Yukinee and Hana chan came out victorious. The fight was extremely intense from both sides, even Ighanna herself can still feel the thrill in her heartbeats, pumping faster than particular. Soon she then approached them, sending hand signals to Miyuki chan to also come.

"Congratulations on your win! I never knew underground fights could be this intense~" declared Ighanna as she slowly elevates her hand out to shake with the person known as "Yukinee." Hana-chan seemed to be extremely close to her but I'm still puzzled by their relationships cos she never told me about it. However I did hear from my father before that the Espoir family had 2 daughters which lead me to believe that Yukinee might be Hana's sister. That was my assumption when I first met Miyuki but too bad, she was just a very close friend.
 
"Could you perhaps be Espoir's heir, Yukino? It sounds very similar to Yukinee after all?" asked Ighanna in confusion.

Suddenly a group of thugs in the crowd, unpleased by the sight of women winning their valuable underground traditions, started punching a guy in the crowd who apparently won the bet, how unfair. Despite this Ighanna redeemed the situation too dangerous and that her father, the Archduke, would surely punish her if something happens to the Espoirs and Miyuki chan. She quickly offered all the girls a ride in order to take shelter in the car for safety. She then told her chauffeur to "get ready and start the car, we're gonna leave here as quickly as possible."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 12, 2015, 05:21:43 AM

Could she be the Espoir Heir, Yukino?! Did this woman not hear the roaring of her subjects chanting their queen's name?! Of course that's who she was! She herself and nobody else! Yukino Espoir!

"Yes I am!" the queen happily answered, shaking the woman's hand frantically. "I am Yukino, Hana's Yukinee", introducing herself and giving a flip of her hair - ponytail whisking about majestically, shooting arrows into the hearts of her fans... she was basking in and milking her glory.

While she wanted to speak with Jellal and his woman, Hikari first rushed over to Hana, scooping her sister up in a tight hug.

"I'm proud of you."

Noticing a gang of more higher ups, not in the least bit pleased, the snowy angel pulled the princess by hand, rushing to the car after being offered a ride. Oh, but the other lowly thugs stood in awe of the royalty, cheering on their escape. Some even blockaded the official ruffians, ensuring their safety.

You know, a number of them even decided that Vanguard was more exciting when it was clean.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 12, 2015, 05:44:33 AM

"Enough!" The temperature suddenly went down as the thugs had invoked Hikaru's anger with their stupidity. Taking off his black shades Judge of the underworld's eyes were filled with annoyance. "Just what is going on here"

"h-h-h-h-Hikaru sama we were just going to teach that girl a lesson." Said by one of the higher thugs who was trying to hide the crowbar he had just picked up. Some were nodding in agreement, but fear was definitely in their eyes.

"Oh is that so?" The king said with a slight smirk on his face. The higher up thugs faces then lit up as the king seemed to be agreeing with them.

They thought wrong.

"Then she deserves to send you to the depths of the abyss for all I care!" He then walked over to the bloody thug and reaching into his pocket he threw a napkin at him. "Clean yourself up."

Turning to the rest of them. "Now...Suffer under the night sky as I beat it into your thick skulls once again on how things work around here!

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 12, 2015, 09:31:44 PM

"Hmph, this is how you guys fight eh. How pathetic, you all use game changing rules, while if you look at me, I haven't used them one bit," Hazama says to his challenger. The damage count is 2-3 in Hazama's favor. "FINAL TURN!" Hazama states as his opponent only has five cards in hand.

"Build up and grasp incredible power. Show the world the extreme powers of the Dark Irregulars! I ride, Blade Wing, Reiji!

"Whaaaa-What is that card," my opponent questions fearfully because he doesn't want to lose.

"You will see," Hazama replies. "I wont activate its skill. Next, I will fill up my rearguards with a Vampir and a Courting Succubus behind it."
The other column contains the exact same line up, and Doreen is behind his vanguard.

"Boosted by Courting, the left Vampir attacks your Vanguard!"

"I guard with Tahr!"

"Next, the right Vampir attacks your Vanguard!"

"I guard with two Gattling Claw Dragon!"

"Finally Blade Wing Reiji attacks your Vanguard!"

"No guard!" My opponent states confidentially.

"Twin Drive! The first, no trigger. The second, Blittzritter, all effects to Reiji. Oh and by the way, Reiji gets plus two critical if there is fifteen or more cards in the soul. Go, Fifteen Blade Strike!

Trembling with fear my opponent takes his four damage, one at a time. His gloves shock him every time the damage is placed in its respective zone. He cowers in fear at the incredible strength of this never before seen card.

Hazama views the crowd around him and starts making his finale for the slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: ryujiknight on August 14, 2015, 11:54:37 AM

On my way to school, I saw two teens with vanguard cards in hand, I were going to ask them to cardfight but I was too nervous to ask. As i followed them they turned into this dark alley, you could here screaming coming from it. I just kept walking...I then turned around and went into the dark alley...the further I went the darker it got. I then turned another corner and there it was, carfights everywhere, tables, chairs it was like an underground train station but for cardfighters. I then saw where does screaming was coming from, one of the cardfighters were wearng this glove that was causing pain. I then turned around and walked back but before i could turn around two guys blocked the door way, one of the guys said, " Your not leaving until you cardfight"..the other one snatched my deck away from me and pulled 'Blaster Dark' and shoved it into their pocket. I told them" Hey, I need that" and the guy responded" Wellyour gonna have to cardfight for it, cause thats what we do around here" I didnt want to except the challenge but i didn't have a choice. I walked up to a cardfighting table and put the glove on. Every damage he delt me, it felt like a lightning strike hit me,  ...I lost of course but I told myself that I would be back to retrieve my Vanguard.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Agame on August 14, 2015, 12:32:10 PM

From home I decided to go and wonder the streets for a while and think but whilst walking I saw a boy rushing past me, he had lost a card fight and had a mix of regret and determination in his eyes. I smiled to myself. So this place is where cardfighting gets serious... So now one question remains do I dare to venture in or walk on and mind my own business. I think the answer is clear.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 14, 2015, 12:48:29 PM

It was early morning as Haruki and Manager finally reached the bottom of the stairwell. "That took forever! Why didn't you tell me there were labyrinths in there?" Haruki asked with an exhausted look. It was true, the 2 labyrinths on the way down took the majority of the trip. The good thing was Haruki had brought snacks in his bag so he wouldn't get hungry this time.

"Sorry Haruki, but I had to let you know about this as soon as I heard about your fight." Manager had a serious expression. "Next we'll be going back up." He looked at more stairs in front of them.

"Auauu~! I can't go up stairs after all that."

"Don't worry, this is an escalator." Manager pulled a switch and the stairs began to move upward. "Going up will be easier because it's straightforward. When we resurface, we'll be in Umano."

Haruki turned in shock. "But isn't Umano where all the bad cardfighters hang out? With the underground slums?"

"That's right, but at the moment we need to calm this ghost before things get out of hand."

"So he is a Ghostbuster," Haruki thought to himself, as he timidly got onto the escalator and towards the dangerous slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 14, 2015, 03:22:26 PM

Hikari was still having a difficult time adjusting to accepting major losses like yesterday's, along with Soul Saver being less consistent. She decided to add it back to the deck, giving it another chance, and practicing in the underground. But it only went off every five other games or so. The slums praised the queen, trying to cheer her up, but her spirit was still in the process of being mended.

Still, she was trying. Anything she could do to improve to move on.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Beryl on August 14, 2015, 04:39:17 PM

Satoshi sat, arms folded, watching Yukino play game after game after game. He had offered to be someone she fought and tested with, but instead he was tasked with sitting on the sidelines and figuring out how to improve his own play without practice. At least, it was going to be that way, but some of the slum guys were willing to practice.

While the games were surprisingly free wins most of the time, they were still pretty close. Something felt off about his play, even when he won, and he couldn't quite shake it. So after a few attempts, he went back to watching the Chosen Sword play her matches out.

Yukino, after their bonding session last night, had offered Satoshi a job as an indentured servant. Sure, it would involve some more humiliating things, but so far it had involved carrying a lot of bags and occasionally being a footrest while she filtered through her deck, trying to get the Paladins to cooperate with her again. Despite their strong bonds, for some reason, she was having a tough time. And it wasn't just her, either. Haruka had gone off to do his own thing for the day, trying to recuperate from his own losses, and Satoshi hadn't heard from him since then.

He thought about who was on the national stage right now. That European jerk king, Cero, was. That kind Royals player, Tsubasa, was. Yukino's sister, Hana, was---

Wait a second.

It occurred to Satoshi that he had never formally met his ally's sister. He and Haruka had protected her from Slum King Hikaru at the park, yet...did she actually know who he was? His mind off of his cards for a moment, he called out to Yukino.

"Hey, Miss Yuki, how come I've never met your sister?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 14, 2015, 05:00:56 PM

You know, the air around the queen was pretty generous today. Treating the slums' dogs like actual, decent human beings, and even noting Satoshi's presence more after yesterday. It was obvious to see how she fumbled about in conversation... she wasn't used to having friends or not acting superior. The underground fighters accommodated, telling her to just keep acting like the queen she is.

Queens don't suffer humiliating losses like yesterday, but it did help her relax some more.

Hikari's ears perked up when hearing Satoshi address her about Hana. ... Thinking about it, Hana and Satoshi never really did meet, not properly anyway. They've seen each other, but never introduced themselves to one another. Haruka did though, so that was weird in her mind.

"I have... no idea, frankly. I would've thought you have seeing as she gets around."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: shirii on August 14, 2015, 05:03:33 PM

You have been invited to Card Shop PSY, if you wish to accept the offer, enter through the door and into the shop.

----------------------------------------------------

(Cherry, make a post in PSY Shop if you wish to accept.)

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 14, 2015, 05:08:09 PM

Soon enough, Haruki and Manager reached the top of the long escalator line, and were met with a locked door. On the way up, Haruki was able to talk about what has happened so far involving this ghost child. Manager began to speak. "Okay, Haruki. We're going to need that key you used to meet the ghost if we want to get to the other side."

"Ohh..." Haruki looked nervous. "The key kind of disappeared when I left the apartments. Ahaha....ha. BUT WAIT! I do have these other things from the nest." He dumped his bag to reveal the ring, shiny card, toy car and spoon that he'd retrieved from the park.

"You found this kind of key card?" Manager stared at the card in curiosity. "This can work just as well if we use it in this slot." He flipped a switch to brighten a dimly lit area of the room and reveal the key card scanner, then scanned the card in the appropriate space.

The automatic door opened slowly to reveal an alleyway of darkness, with spooky men crowding a fenced area of many cardfighters. "Here," Manager said as one of these men in the crowd walked up to them, "is the place where you will know the truth."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 14, 2015, 07:56:22 PM

Hikari opened her eyes, seeing that she was back at the slums. Some thugs rushed over to her, asking about her well being, and where did she disappear to. They noted the queen walked into the alley, then disappeared when they chased after. Explaining the bizarre Shop PSY, no one seemed to recognize anything of what she was talking about. No one could confirm anything of what she just went through, as people didn't even know about the cards she showed them.

How supernatural was that place? How is it linked to Cray? It has to be connected somehow.

More over...

Where is the hell is Satoshi?! He had her belongings that she bought through a little... shopping spree (it wasn't little). Hiring him as a servant, he probably took it to her house. Bidding the slums farewell, the queen began a journey home.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: MaXtreme on August 14, 2015, 09:11:22 PM

Itou returns after losing in the National Tournament semi-finals against Hana, he doesn't feel so bad about since it doesn't looked like Hana got a worse impression of him after all they went through, so he decides to find a new place to play and remembers the Underground Arena where he fought with electricity, he walks to the Slums hoping to see some more action...

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 14, 2015, 10:31:16 PM

The man trudging towards Haruki and Manager in the slums was tall and dusty. He wore a long black overcoat with a torn and shredded shirt and pants of matching colors. His hair was long and silver, and he had a dismal and sickly look on his face, as if had no hope left in him. Haruki wondered what this man had to say about the mystery on his hands if Manager was so trusting with him in this environment, even reaching out for a handshake as he came over.

"It's good to see you again, Sydney," said Manager to the unknown man. "I know this seems sudden, but it's true. It's been 15 years, but I may have found someone that can save you from the curse."

The man gave out a hoarse cough, then began to speak. "You've really been a good friend, Manager," Sydney's voice was weak, almost like a whisper, "staying there to help through thick and thin, but are you sure this boy is the one?"

"Um, sorry," Haruki said, as he shyly interrupted their conversation, "but I don't understand what's happening right now. What's this curse, and why does Manager think I can end it?"

Manager and Sydney turned to Haruki, then to each other, gave a quick nod, then turned back to Haruki. Manager started to explain, "This mystery has probably been on your mind for quite sometime now, hasn't it Haruki? I've held off the explanation for a while, but this is the moment I've been waiting for to tell you." Manager gestured towards Sydney and continued, "My friend here, Sydney, has been into dangerous business when he was young. He hung out with the wrong crowd, and went too far one day. I won't get into the details for his sake, but someone, a child, died because of what he's done."

Haruki immediately whipped his head to Sydney and looked in shock. This man... was a murderer?? Sydney raised his hand to explain, "I've long since gotten over those kind of actions, it's been 15 years since. But on the matter at hand, when this child's life ended, his spirit didn't rest. A curse was laid on the members of my group by this child for what had happened. Our bodies became weak and sickly, every night we're haunted with nightmares of that spirit, and the only thing we can eat is toast." He coughed, "It gets really boring after so many years of toasted bread."

"But I still don't understand, what can I do to help?" Haruki questioned the man.

He looked up into the dark clouds, as if recalling past memories. "On that fateful night, the child spoke to us of the curse. He said the only way the curse would be lifted was a pair, one of blood relation and one who committed the crime, could find him and release him to the afterlife."

"Eh!? Then that means.. the ghost was related to me?"

"You're right. This spirit can only be appeased when presented with someone like you, as other than the ones there that night like myself, only those related to him could be able to see him. It explains why you were able to fight the ghost in the first place." Sydney started coughing even more, so Manager put his hand on his back to help.

"What we're trying to say is," Manager explained, "you need to go back to the place where you fought that ghost child with Sydney here, fight him and release him into the afterlife."

Haruki was having trouble understanding everything being told to him, as most of it didn't make sense at all. However, he knew a lot of things hadn't made sense since meeting the ghost. And all this because of some lost items in a bird's nest. Determined, Haruki made his decision. "I'll do it. I'll help you lift the curse and save the ghost kid."

"I'll meet you at Rijuku tomorrow then, the spot you first saw the ghost," said Sydney, as he started to hobble off back to the fighting area.

Manager turned to Haruki, "You know how to get back home from here right? The train station shouldn't be too far." He glanced around. "I'll take the longer way around. Be careful tomorrow."

"I will Manager," Haruki said with determination. He walked on through the slums on the way home with a drive in his step and a song in his heart.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 14, 2015, 11:53:50 PM

  Atfer his loss in the finals of the National tournament, just one step away from his goal, Cero left the arena infuriated.  He chose the to unleash his rage in the underground fight tables of the slums, defeating them one after another without being challenged and without caring.  "This is pointless," he thought to himself, "I've already reached my limit..."  The thought of being unable to achieve new strength was infuriating for him.  He had hit a wall, and despite the speech he had made, he couldn't see how to climb over it. 
  "I need something, someone...  Some way of surpassing myself, but I can't find it..!"  He was on the verge of tears, having gone through over 10 cardfights with the people of the slums.  "WHY!?  WHY CAN'T I, EUROPE'S KING OF VANGUARD, SEE HOW TO CONTINUE!?"   Cero looked at his deck, the deck he worked so long to perfect.  There was no way for him to improve the deck, he felt he had customized it to its limits, made it as close to his perfect deck as he could...  Yet it still wasn't enough...  He still couldn't claim the title he had been working so hard for...  "What am I missing...  How do I get it..!?"
  He continued cardfighting, over and over, hoping he'd see what he was missing, the thing he lacked, that which he need, the way to surpass his own limits.  It was no use.  Cardfight after Cardfight, he failed to see what he was lacking.  Whether it was his pride blinding him or that he had actually made himself as perfect as he could, he wasn't sure, but he knew that he couldn't get any further than he was now at this rate.  With the unbearable feeling of defeat and hopelessness, despite all he had been through with his deck, Cero turned and began to leave the Underground Slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 15, 2015, 12:49:52 AM

Disappointed by his loss, Tsubasa wanders the streets thinking about what he saw at nationals and of any way that he can improve his deck.

"I lost during the first round of nationals...why?...was it luck?...was it my deck?...was it my opponent's deck?" he thought as he continued walking without a direction in mind.

"Itou utilized the Royal Paladins differently compared to me...he setup his units in a way that would keep him at an advantage in terms of power and field....maybe if I did this..hmmm"

(Itou +1 Affinity)

Nothing could alter Tsubasa's focus at that point he was so fixated on the changes to the deck he was making as he walked through the streets, until a strange aroma made his focus shift to his surroundings...

"What happened here...?" he muttered, as he stared at an array of unconscious individuals.

Tsubasa examines the debris until he finds something astonishing left near the bodies as well as in their hands

"...Those are...Vanguard cards ....is it possible that all of these people are unconscious because they lost in cardfights??!" he thought. "...Who would do this..?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Nika on August 15, 2015, 01:51:17 AM

I walk around dumbfounded through out the streets of the unfamiliar territory I had come a crossed. Of course the whole city was new to me, but this part I did not like at all. It smelled so foul, I wondered to myself why not turn back. Something was telling me to keep moving so I did as myconscience dictated. I soon stumbled across dozens of cardfighters lying on the ground unconscious. 'Who would do such a thing ?" I said to myself scanning the perimeter of the area. "How is this possible?" Questions flowed in and out of my mind. Anger started to swell within me as I clenched my fist and gritted my teeth. "This game is suppose to be fun, not bring pain and misery to others. Once I find the person responsible..." I looked up and saw a young man, well dressed with glasses scoping the scene. "OI!" I shouted, trying to get that stranger's attention. "He's looking at their cards....he has to be the one that did this!" I race towards him and without delay I challenge him so I can put him in his place and show him how unacceptable this is. "Take out your deck, I'll make u regret harming people with this game!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 15, 2015, 02:21:59 AM

Tsubasa continued searching the slums for any conscious individual who can explain to him about the events that took place in the underground, causing this sea of unconscious cardfighters. A few moments later he is interrupted by a loud shout from a distance.

"Huh, who's there?" he said, as he scanned the area around him with all of his senses.

He noticed a dark figure standing in the distance, and it was only after the figure starting moving towards him that he was able to notice that it was a young lady. Before he could ask her if she knew about what had happened, he was abruptly stopped by her cardfighting challenge and her threat of "making him pay for what he has done" as she took out her deck and pointed it at him.

Tsubasa could not make out what clan she was using due to the lack of strong lighting in the area, but for some reason, something about the deck felt familiar to him.
 
Originally he thought that she was the person who caused this massacre, but her appearance did not fit the profile.

In his mind he thought, "She's too clean...if anyone cardfights against this many people within these conditions, he or she would look a lot similar to those lying on the ground", as he assessed the person standing in front of him.

"Who are you?" he asked, but the young lady ignored his question and set her deck on a fight table nearby. "I guess if I want answers, i'll have to cardfight her to get them."

The cardfight ensues as both individuals shout "Stand Up The Vanguard!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 15, 2015, 04:57:39 AM

Tsubasa wins the cardfight and proves his innocence to the young lady, however, before they can even say a word they begin to hear movement among the debris....the low lives of the underground slums have regained consciousness.

"You should go...if the fight conditions here are as i've seen then this is no place for u to be." Tsubasa said, as he tries to get the lady to leave the scene before the situation escalates.

The low lives did not appear in the mood to talk at all, they looked at Tsubasa and the young lady with a dangerous intent visible within their eyes.

"I have a score to settle, I won't let whoever did this get away with it!" exclaimed the young lady, refusing to leave.

In a matter of moments, the low lives all arose from their short rest and attempted to challenge Tsubasa and young lady as they uttered these words over and over again.

"We will cardfight...Europe's King of Cardfight...fight us.."

"What are they talking about? Europe's King Of Cardfight, could he be the one responsible, it's too soon to say that.." he thought.

"It does not look like the person responsible is here, and since u chose to stay until it was too late to leave with ease, then I have a favor to ask." he said, addressing the young lady.

"You want to fight them all??!" she asked in astonishment.
"We have no choice unless u want to stay here any longer." said Tsubasa, as he prepares his deck.
"...Fine lets get out of here!"

The low-lives begin to rush at the two as they prepare to take them on.

"..Btw, I did not catch your name until now." he said.
"Tsubaki Ayako, you?"
"Tsubasa, Tsubasa Hayato is my name."

The Cardfights begin!

"Stand Up The Vanguard!!"
"Stand Up The Vanguard!!"

After some long lasting fights the two make their way out of the underground slums.

"You okay?" she asked.
"Trust me, they're blows were nothing special, they did not come close to the blows of some people I know, how about you?" he replied.
"I'll be okay."
" Good, then this is where I take my leave, hopefully the next time we meet it will be under better circumstances."

Tsubasa starts to walk away from Tsubaki but he stops after a second or two and points his finger towards a certain road.

"If your trying to get to the train station, then take this road, they should be able to help u." he says, then continues to walk away.

This experience left Tsubasa with a different perspective on the game of vanguard, he now knows that the game can be misused to attain strength but he also is reminded that there are those who are willing to fight to make things right in this game, regardless of their clan.

"Tsubaki Ayako...you're a strong cardfighter indeed...hopefully we will meet again,....amidst all that chaos I actually enjoyed our game." he thought as he continued his walk home.

Tsubaki Ayako +1 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 16, 2015, 12:24:18 AM

"My Blaster Dark charges in for the final attack at your vanguard!"

The Knight of Shadows charges at the robotic titan, Asura Kaiser, slashing him from the top of his head causing him to tumble over. Landing behind the malfunctioning Kaiser, Blaster Dark stares into his opponents eyes with a malevolent gaze, as if he was about to finish off his opponent. The allies of the Asura Kaiser stared in fear of Blaster Dark, all of them running away, vanishing. The field turns back to regular underground slums, gated and barren like a graveyard in the dead of knight. Blaster Dark dashes back to his partner, the blonde male: Jellal. His eyes, looking down at his opponent, were as vicious as his avatars.

"Who's next?" he said while turning to the side at the surrounding fighters. His voice was rough and cold, shivering the spines of everyone who could hear his next challenge. "I can't believe I lost..." he thought to himself. "I needed to win..." the wind viciously passed by Jellal. "Damnit!" he said while smashing his fist on the table.

"C'mon who's next?!?!" he shouted as his eyes grew darker. Whispers in the crowd: "Who wants to take him on?", "I don't wanna get demolished", "Yo he's too strong", "What a bloody savage", "He lost in the semi finals of nationals and is taking it out on us?", "It's 2AM, I gotta get home to my mommy".

Jellal looked down at his cards, replaying the fight he had with Cero. He felt a stronger connection to the Shadow Paladins, as they pulled through for him throughout the tournament, however, frustration was getting the best of him. The thought of him failing his one chance to help Aqua Force, and to get stronger to rematch Kaze. "I don't know what to do anymore..." he said in a sad voice, slowly releasing his grip, spreading his fingers over the vanguard circle. The tip of his pinky, touching his avatar: Blaster Dark. He kept asking what he should do, each time getting sadder.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 16, 2015, 12:36:18 AM

The wind gathers around Jellal, everything around him is blown away by the wind. A dust cloud forms from the gust as a result.

"It's time now." The deep voice from before returns.

Below him, the rift opens and he falls. By the time the dust cloud dissipated, Jellal had disappeared, taken into the rift.

---

- Jellal has been taken into the rift, please post the next roleplay post in there -

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 16, 2015, 06:02:23 PM

In next to no time at all, most of the underground's men were stomped on by the new queen, Yami. The sword of darkness rampaged, having a thirst for power that needed to be quenched. An order was given: bring out all the stops. Cheat as much as possible if necessary. While the slums' dogs were skeptical, despite loyal to the queen as it was already, they complied. ... And they still lost. This was ridiculous, she almost always opened with Blaster Javelin, and the times she didn't, she just drew into it normally to get the chain. The raw emotion she displayed was different from Jellal, as he had Shadow Paladins be a tool for his own ends. Yukino, however, was entirely in sync with them, and only desired to keep fighting.

After the onslaught, her majesty began her departure, disappointed.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kaze Natsume on August 16, 2015, 06:39:50 PM

After spending most of his time during the day in the park Kaze decided to head over to where the underground fights take place. Hoping to find clues for Jellal or Jellal himself.

Kaze arrives at the Umano Underground Slums. "Not much has changed I see." he said. Kaze runs into the guys from last time again while walking around. The guy goes up to Kaze "Hey you." Kaze turns looks at the guy "Oh, its you again what do you want from me didn't I already embarrass you last time I was here." Kaze states while looking around. "Why you smart ass!!!" the guy replies with an annoyance in his voice. While looking around Kaze ignores the guy and walks over to a crowd surround a table. "Whats going on here?" Kaze asked one of the guys watching. "There's this girl going around betting everyone."

Being interested in what the guy told him he squeezes through the crowd to see who's playing. He sees a pretty lady at the table "I-Its Yukino... whats she doing here." Kaze said to himself. "Something seems off about her might as well go see what's up." He said to himself walking up to her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Killa on August 16, 2015, 07:07:31 PM

Good Crud (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y79iSsNjQDA)

Makuto decided to visit the Slums for the first time even though he swore he would never enter such place. Being disgusted by everything and everyone, he got more motivation to beat every single person there. Soul charging efficiently, using Dimension Creepers with Doreen reaching high numbers and with Death Anchor standing in the Vanguard circle, he believed no one could stop him. Not only that but everytime Akuma took over, everyone got scared even more.

"So this is how it feels huh, the power that i need to achieve my persona goal!!!" said Makuto as he laughed hystericly.

He felt the power running through his arms and deck, as he fought the people there. Defeating every single one that accepted his challenge he then realised beating them gave him no profit anymore as he realised what he was capable of. He then decided to wander through the place in search for stronger opponents.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 16, 2015, 07:15:43 PM

Nearly leaving, the purple-blade eyed royalty saw Kaze approach her. From yesterday... the boy who played Royal Paladin that seemed enamored with her. It almost seemed like a dream, how happy she was before. But now, she was even happier that she had the means to keep evolving. Blaster Dark urged her to keep fighting in the slums, strong people are attracted to this place more than Card Capital. Dirty, rotten cheaters made high level challenges, and then fighters who wanted to combat this while coming out on top... they were the pinnacle.

A resolute gaze, yearning to keep getting strong, turned itself to the boy.

"What is it?" she hissed. If he was stronger than these rejects, then the queen would wait for him to challenge her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kaze Natsume on August 16, 2015, 07:37:40 PM

After approaching Yukino Kaze was hissed at. In shock he paused "What happened to the girl from yesterday..." he thought to himself. I guess if i cardfight her i might be able to fine out whats wrong. Kaze told the guy on the other side of the table to move, and places his deck on the table. "Yukino I challenge you!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 16, 2015, 07:39:29 PM

Haruki decided to visit Sydney for some training. He learned the slums were not as spooky as he expected after visiting there with Manager. Sure, the place was dusty, rusty and wasn't known for having cardfighters with good sportsmanship, but he definitely felt like it wasn't as bad as before. In the outskirts of the underground, the silver hair man was leaning against a building, waiting for Haruki after he got the call. "Hi Sydney!" the boy called out after seeing the man.

"Hey Haruki. You said you needed to train or something?" The sickly man from before now looked rough and tough and super, duper cool. "First things first, what decks have you used so far?"

"Well..." Haruki started counting off on his fingers, "I've played the Spike Brothers, Oracle Think Tank, Bermuda Triangle, and Granblue clans so far."

"Only four? Hmm," Sydney thought about how he should go about the training. "We'll need to have you start using all kinds of decks first, and find out the best match up for you. I've only seen you use Spike Brothers before, so there's not much to go by on my end. Follow me to the fighting area so we can get started."

"Are you sure it's okay for me to fight over there? They might not fight someone new like me."

"Nah, it's fine. I'll be the one fighting you today, even turning off the shock factor for these fights. Deck collection is in the back so you can test whatever you feel like."

"Okay! I'm ready for this training!" The passion for fighting was bursting inside Haruki, as he rushed off towards the fighting arena, with Sydney casually walking behind him. When they got there, many people were already defeated however, and only a few remained. A couple of faces Haruki had recognized, like Yukino and the cookie guy from a few days ago.

"Listen, Haruki, we might have to come back later," Sydney calmly, but seriously said. "On days like this, it's not safe to go out for cardfights in the slums. Too many of the local guys seriously get hurt from people like these."

"But I know that girl, and met that guy before. I don't see how they could be so bad." Haruki was confused about Sydney's position on this, and decided to continue anyway. "I still want to get stronger, so I can be just as good as you and tons of other fighters in the world. Let's train no matter what."

Sydney realized Haruki's determination, and figured he had no choice but to comply. "Alright, let's get to work." He lead Haruki to a table that was a bit away from the others and grabbed one of the decks from under it. "You'll start with this clan." They set up the field and started the first game.

"Stand up, Vanguard!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 16, 2015, 08:23:36 PM

Facing Kaze seems to have agitated the black knights, all harboring ferocious anger toward the holy warriors. Blaster Blade and Alfred especially infuriated them, with their queen only began grinding her teeth at the sight of the former. This drive led the denizens of darkness through the battle, getting a strong head-start, ignoring the Dragon of Hell almost entirely. That angered Phantom Blaster more than anything, how "Yami" scoffed off his existence in favor of The Dark Dictator - Alfred's shadow. A simple creation made from her old Alfred... surpassing it?!

Not sure if proud or jealous.

Yami collected her cards, thanking Kaze for the fight. She told him why Royals aren't with her - she isn't worthy of them. Yunos and the queen would wield the sword of courage once they've earned the right to.

Kaze +1 Affinity

Blaster Dark was pleased, more than the others among the terrorists. He, as her avatar, was already bound to her by the same dream. But this isn't enough, Yukino needed more fighting, more training, more time to hone her skill to take hold of Blaster Blade.

More fights required.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kaze Natsume on August 16, 2015, 08:41:32 PM

After hearing Yukino thank Kaze for he said "Your welcome..." he couldn't believe he lost, he wanted to save Yukino from her twisted illusion. "How could she not have the courage to wield Blaster Blade anymore." Kaze packs up his cards and puts them in his pocket. Getting ready to leave he puts his hand on Yukino's shoulder walking passed her "I hope you return to your old self because this isn't the real you." Kaze said to to her in a hushed tone. He puts on his hood and continues to walk towards the exit.

"If I'm not strong enough to help one single person what good am I?" Kaze asked himself. Kaze leaves Umano Underground Slums in frustration of not being able to save Yukino.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 16, 2015, 10:02:30 PM

It's been a few days since the events that took place when the slum's residents were decimated, and left with the sole desire to get their revenge on any person that stood in their way. Tsubasa still remembers the fight with Tsubaki and how he felt like he had gotten stronger from his one day at the slums.

"This deck is improving, but before I can face anyone I have to become stronger....that means I have to revisit the slums once again." he thought as he made his way towards the area of the underground slums.

Upon entering Tsubasa did not feel the same empty feeling that he got from the slums the last time he was here, the aroma was still there, but something else was present...an aura he knew all too well.

"...This feeling...am I going to get to fight you again..?" he thought.

Tsubasa made his way into the slums and started looking for an opponent but to his surprise there was hardly anyone around, most of the people were either asleep or nowhere to be found. All Tsubasa could go on was to follow the aura that he felt upon entering.

"...He's close." as he said this, Tsubasa's deck began to glow faintly to his surprise. "...What on earth..?"

The glow of the deck began to slowly vanish as Tsubasa felt someone approaching him from behind.

"...It's him." he said as he began to turn around.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 16, 2015, 10:18:08 PM

Yukino hissed.

This odd feeling occurred whenever Royal Paladin was nearby, intense hatred for them from the black knights had flooded into their queen. She personally didn't hate them, but was greatly angered whenever they were close. They were reaching out to her, and she didn't want them. It was accepted that Yami wasn't worthy of the sword of courage or the holy forces, so she descended to Shadow Paladin. Even so, they continued reaching out.

Because some punk just came in with them.

"Destroy the light", Phantom Blaster roared.

"Whoever has Royal Paladin, stand before me now. I will strike you down", the queen growled.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 16, 2015, 10:49:19 PM

As Tsubasa turned around to face the person who challenged him, he was astonished by the person standing in front of him. Not only did he realize that this lady was the source of the aura he's been sensing but he also could tell that she was strong just by one look.

"...Who is she?" he thought.

Tsubasa did not want to turn down her challenge but he could not help but feel curious as to why she was so fixated on fighting him upon meeting him.

"..Sure, let's do this." he said as both fighters moved towards a close-by fight table.

"Before she challenged me, I heard someone shouting, didn't i?" he thought.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 16, 2015, 11:02:23 PM

I walk around the slums, seeing nothing but trash everywhere. Then I see something that isn't trash, a cardfight. Is that Tsubasa? Hazama walks over to the ongoing fight, joining in with the crowd to spectate.

Fighting her too? Lets see how this goes down.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 16, 2015, 11:26:02 PM

Unlike Kaze's attempt, Tsubasa managed to overthrow the tyrant with a miraculous heal trigger for his sixth damage check. It was only a matter of luck, but Yukino was mostly unfazed by the opponent's attempts to reach out to her. Only that the sight of Blaster Blade upset the queen and rebellion greatly. Taking the loss, instead of blaming it on said luck, she blamed herself. She had to get stronger, that's all there was to it. Collecting the deck and giving thanks, Yami left him. A silent gratitude for helping her realize that there's still improvement to be made.

Tsubasa +1 Affinity

She thought she would've left the slums, but then two strong people appeared. Perhaps there was more here than expected. Deciding to stay, the queen was tended to by the dogs of the underground, concerned for her well being. Those purple, bladed eyes scanned only for blood, not worship. None worthy here, the queen finally left.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 16, 2015, 11:31:27 PM

Why am I here? Why do I put myself through these things, such as Vangaurd. All of my friends are great fighters, and I am just stuck losing all the time. Sure I made it to Nationals, but still, it was only by dumb luck. Am I fighting for the wrong cause?

Hazama looks over at Tsubasa celebrating his victory over his opponent. "Whatever," he mumbles under his breath. He turns around and starts to exit the slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 17, 2015, 12:06:44 AM

Haruki and Sydney tested deck after deck for hours on end, helping Haruki learn more about each one's strengths and weaknesses. After a long afternoon spent practicing in the slums, the boy was exhausted and ready to get some rest at home. "So, have you decided on which clan you enjoy most Haruki?" Sydney asked as the end of his training.

Haruki thought about all of the clans he's used that day, but couldn't decide on which he preferred. "I don't know, really. I used to think Spike Brothers was the clan for me, but after experiencing all the fun that could come with using different decks and builds, there's just too many great ones to choose from."

"Sounds like you've got something to think about now. Good luck in your future cardfights kid."

"Thanks for all the help Sydney! I'll fight you again sometime, and be even better than before!" Haruki charged off with a pep in his step and a song in his heart, awaiting his next epic cardfight.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 17, 2015, 12:12:28 AM

Quote from: Helios on August 16, 2015, 11:31:27 PM

Why am I here? Why do I put myself through these things, such as Vangaurd. All of my friends are great fighters, and I am just stuck losing all the time. Sure I made it to Nationals, but still, it was only by dumb luck. Am I fighting for the wrong cause?

Hazama looks over at Tsubasa celebrating his victory over his opponent. "Whatever," he mumbles under his breath. He turns around and starts to exit the slums.

Tsubasa noticed his friend Hazama watching the fight, but the game took too much of his attention that he could not stopto say anything to him during the game. Now that the game is over..

"It's good to see you again man." he said, as he placed his hand on Hazama's shoulder, stopping him from leaving.

"Leaving?" he asked.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 17, 2015, 12:17:35 AM

"Yes, im leaving. Why else would I be heading toward the exit," Hazama replied to Tsubasa. "Look, I don't want to come across rude, but things have changed."

With Tsubasa's hand leaving his shoulder, Hazama continues walking toward the exit.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 17, 2015, 12:32:47 AM

Tsubasa was atonished, Hazama was never one to walk away like that, something was definitely wrong here.

"Is this really how you plan to achieve your goal Hazama? by walking away?" exclaimed Tsubasa.

"If something is bothering you then you should deal with it, besides you're not as alone as u may think." he said, addressing Hazama.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 17, 2015, 12:37:30 AM

While rushing out of the slums, Haruki noticed two of his friends that he'd met before. Tsubasa from Card Capital, and Hazama from the park. It's been a while since he ran into these guys, so Haruki thought it'd be cool to see how they've been doing. He went up to them waving his hand in the air to say hello. "Hey Tsubasa! Hazama! What's up guys?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 17, 2015, 12:39:05 AM

"You must really not know me as well as I thought you would. All those goals in the past that  have told you countless times, well they are down the drain." Hazama doesn't even look at Tsubasa when he speaks back to him.

"And I am dealing with my own problems. Let me repeat this once more, you don't know me," Hazama says sharply to the man behind him.

"Haruki, now is not the time," he then says to the other guy running to greet them.

He keeps on walking

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 17, 2015, 12:50:20 AM

Tsubasa runs towards Hazama and stands in front of his path with a sharp look in his eyes.

"I told you before, I know what it's like to fight for something you believe in or a goal that you want to achieve." he said.

"The more uncertain you are the less likely that you're going to win in a game of vanguard, how can you lead your forces when you're not sure if you have what it takes?" he asked.

Tsubasa has had to care for his only family for most of his life, but he never ran away from the challenges, he knew that Hazama was not one to walk away from his goals but if he was to remind him of that then...

"Fight me Hazama, let's see if you really have given up." he said, while pointing his deck at his friend.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 17, 2015, 12:57:01 AM

Hazama studies Tsubasa and his actions. "I can lead my forces just fine thank you. But if you insist, we will fight here, in the slums, no special rulings as those are for the weak."

Hazama tosses Tsubasa a fight glove. "Lets see if you have what it takes to withstand the power these gloves can contain. As every time we take a point of damage, lets just say it will be a 'shocking' surprise.

Hazama walks over to the fight table, puts on the glove, and sets his vanguard down on the circle.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 17, 2015, 01:05:34 AM

It looked like Tsubasa and Hazama were getting pumped up for an epic cardfight. Haruki was noticed how intent they were intent on making this fight awesome, so he reached into his bag and pulled out some popcorn.  A fight like this could give him good experience with how they used their clans too, so that would be omega useful. He reached into his bag once more for a radio, and put it on the intense music channel.

"This should make the fight even more amazing!" the boy said with a smile.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on August 17, 2015, 01:32:08 AM

Hazama drops his glove and collects his deck. He stares at the Blue Dust who failed to bring him his last savior. He looks at Tsubasa across from him. "I don't tell you how to live your life, so you shouldn't be telling me how to live mine."

Hazama walks off toward the exit to find a guy eating popcorn who was watching the fight. "The fight wasn't amazing, just a waste of time wasn't it." he says while walking past Haruki.

"Don't even think about following me," he follows up.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 17, 2015, 01:40:16 AM

"Bye Hazama! You're an awesome fighter!" Haruki called out, waving goodbye to his friend from the park.

Then he turned to Tsubasa.

"He said the cardfight wasn't amazing, but I think it was awesome. Nice to see you again Tsubasa," Haruki said with his bag of popcorn held out. "Want some?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 17, 2015, 02:08:41 AM

The Units of Cray respond to their Vanguard, every human being has to go through some time of struggle in their lives but as long as they have the will to push their way through it then they will become stronger.

"..The choice is yours Hazama, only you can lead your life, but as your friend I will not hesitate to back you up when you need it, even if u won't ask for it..." he said, wondering if Hazama heard him. "I'll be waiting for your return."

Tsubasa turns his attention to Haruki, it was a breathe of a fresh air to see someone enjoying the game even among this dark atmosphere, regardless of how familiar it may be..

"It's good to see you again Haruki."
"Sure," Tsubasa tries the popcorn from Haruki, "It's tasty."
"Thanks for the popcorn Haruki, but I have to go now, if ur up to it meet me at Card Capital tomorrow so we can catch up." he said, as he began to walk away, waving to Haruki as he left.

Every person has their own goals to follow for Tsubasa he wants to become a better person, not just for himself.

"Yukino...Hazama...I may not know the full detail of what is happening to you both, but I have no doubt that you will both become stronger in your own ways, and hopefully I will as well." he thought as he continued on his way home. "I look forward to cardfighting all those who I met today again."

Yukino +1 Affinity
Haruki +1 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kuro on August 17, 2015, 02:13:13 AM

Tsubasa said he had to go. Hmm... Haruki looked at his watch. Past midnight already?! He knew he wanted to stay a bit to meet his friends, but didn't know it would be for that long. Haruki ran straight out of the slums for the train station, as the last one home would be leaving any minute now. He was ready for the next fight, and was sure to meet up with Tsubasa after a good sleep. The drive in his step and feeling in his heart would lead Haruki to victory.

Tsubasa AF +1

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on August 18, 2015, 07:53:59 AM

Kurai had lost track of the individual who he was tracking. Unaware of his surroundings, he wandered into the Underground slums.

[This place.... it seems, dark and everywhere I look, evil aura is emanating from the area] he thought to himself.

He heard voices coming from directly in-front of him. There was a motion figure system and the people playing....were cheating. Kurai's alternate personality took over in an instant.

<<CRASH>>

The people turned to face him. They began communicating to each other
"Who the hell is that Guy?"
"No idea, perhaps he new here"
"Pffh a kid like him doesn't belong here"

Kurai's red eye's burned with an aggressive rage:One that could not be controlled no-longer. His self discipline had disappeared. He unleashed a merciless left hook and struck down one of the people.

The voice of insanity spoke "CHEATING were WE? How about I teach YOU a little lesson in VANGUARD!"

Moments later, the rest fell to the ground, with their cards scattered around them

" YOU deserved IT!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 18, 2015, 08:04:17 AM

Seeing the event unfold in front of him, Hikaru took matters to his own hands began to walk towards him.

"So I take it that you don't like what you see?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on August 18, 2015, 08:08:56 AM

"YOU! YOU DARE CORRUPT VANGUARD WITH YOUR FILTHY HANDS! I... WILL... DESTROY YOU" He stated boldly, standing his ground and building up the aggression ready to take down this unknown

All chances of reasoning were gone

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 18, 2015, 08:12:25 AM

"Who said I corrupted vanguard. For one thing this damn rule was set before I was ever here." Hikaru moved to one of the motion figure systems while pushing aside one of the grunts and shuffles his deck.

"Well aren't you going to prove your point?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on August 18, 2015, 08:18:40 AM

"A CHALLENGE?" Kurai laughed like a maniac, clearly the alternate personality had taken a hold of him. "PREPARE TO LOSE!"

The Sanity Devoid Kurai placed his deck on the motion figure system. It was very clear by the rage in his red eyes (now turned into a crimson blaze) that he had no intention of leaving without a fight.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on August 18, 2015, 08:59:28 AM

"Stand Trigger, Shine once more, Dailady! And Finish this bout!" The Underground King had defeated Kurai.

There he stood, his personality had returned to normal, his alternate returned back to the shadows of his sub-conscious. He was broken... shattered by the power of this "Limit Break". His composure was decimated and desolated. His surrounding began to turn black like the night's sky without stars.

"What, did you think I would stoop to the level of those Lowlifes? Not a chance." he spoke in a slightly annoyed tone.

"Who... are you?" he muttered to himself with little strength
 
The Underground King heard his whisper, "What? Did the Shock give you Brain Damage or something. But i'll guess i'll answer your question."

"I am Hikaru, King of the Underground!"

[Hikaru...He... is... Strong]

Kurai blacked out and fell to the floor...

(-1 Affinity to Hikaru)

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 18, 2015, 09:04:58 AM

With a deep sigh, he motioned one of the grunts to pick up the challenger off the ground and to take him to the nearest hospital. He then turned to the sky as he contemplates the fight.

"Will I ever find anyone strong like you?" Hikaru wonders.

Crazy boy: +1AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 20, 2015, 02:23:51 PM

Time to do some legwork.

Yugure got up early, forcing herself awake to start investigating. The queen was tired, but she needed to check and see if anyone else remembered even the slightest hint of the vanishing clans. That, and she needed to understand the overall situation of Cray and the Rift. Last time, Jellal had been taken in as one of the Rift's agents, so best to find and destroy those whenever possible.

It had been two months since her majesty appeared in Umano. When she did, old faces immediately greeted her by worshiping the ground she walked on. Strangely enough, seeing them again made her happy. New faces didn't seem fond of someone prim and proper invading their "unshackled Vanguard", but nobody seemed to care beyond those newcomers.

Inquiries of Royal and Shadow Paladin were made. Unfortunately, not a single fighter recognized either. A lack of shifty or nervous glances also led her to believe no one here came in contact with the Rift. So there was nothing to find here... At the very least, however, the queen got challenged to a couple fights by those fans. Practice with Gold Paladin was essential if she wanted to be able to fight back against anything big, so she naturally accepted.

Despite clumsy strategies and playstyles with the clan, everyone believed she had been playing it since forever too...

There was still a lingering wondering as to why memories of the clans were wiped on Earth...

Hm.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 20, 2015, 03:08:35 PM

"Gross..."

Neu made her way across the slums, a place with Underground Fights. It wasn't the danger that disgusted her here. If the fighters here found the kind of fights that they did to be something that added an element of fun to the game, then glory to them. What was the true bother was the monarchy that this place operated under and how the strong would be revered here. A "King," a disgusting title, one that shouldn't even exist in the world of Vanguard. It made her irk as much as when she was first called the "America's National Champion." She'll only use this title when necessary, but she really takes more shame than pride in it. Nonetheless, it was only the ruler here that she had problems with. As for the rest of the fighters, other than wishing that they wouldn't keep themselves under this terrible system, she loved them.

Nothing was notable in the slums, but then she saw a familiar face. "Gold Paladin...huh?..." She let out a small smile, even a small giggle. Of course, this did blow her cover. The fighters in the underground were a big fan of her too, but not because she was strong, but because she always came to the Umano Underground to fight them all and show them a fun time with Vanguard. They had no title for her, not queen, or anything of that sort. To them, she was their close comrade and friend.

"Neu-chan! How have you been!"
"Let's have a fun fight!"
"I have a table set over there, and I've made changes to my deck, maybe we could have a really great game today!"

She smiled at each of them and promised them a good fight. They would cheer and laugh. Of course, she kept her focus on the Gold Paladin player, whom the rest of the underground fighters looked at with fear in their eyes.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 20, 2015, 03:19:50 PM

Garmore's direct Superior Call was incredibly simple to get the hang of, being able to chain it with Lop Ear for more calls. The central problem Yukino was having was from Ezel's and Lop Ear's skills however. They weren't specific picks from the deck - they were off of the top of deck. Despite playing a luck-based game, the queen was by no means a gambler. Faith in comrades was one thing, but an entire gimmick based on that faith that can and will backfire was something she wasn't able to wrap her head around. Still, the heir of the red lion did not fail to impress regardless of who he called. Power oozed from his very soul, leaving shock and awe for Yugure's opponents.

Yet, she couldn't focus.

Someone in the Slums kept their eye on her, and it wasn't the disdain of the newcomers. Nor was it the aspiring ogling of fans, no. It was a new girl that entered, one she had never seen before.

"Who is that?" She inquired after a fight with one of the underground's dogs. The fighter responded by introducing the other woman as "Neu-chan", which was less than what was actually asked for. A full name was expected. So Yukino decided to go straight to her.

"I noticed you seemed to keep staring at me", she began. "Who are you?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 20, 2015, 03:31:34 PM

It looks like she really did completely forget. This was good. Neu shrugged and walked towards the woman, her glance not leaving, but at the same time she was smiling. Nothing sinister at all, it was actually because she just wanted to play a game of Vanguard with this person. She took out her deck once she got close enough and showed it to her.

"Right then, I'm Neu Edelweiss." she bowed to show respect, seeing as how this person was of the higher class and this would communicate a nice and friendly gesture to them. She continued to speak, "I am just another underground fighter here. Of course, I was just interested as I haven't seen your face around here, yet... strangely enough, you seem to be quite well known."

She put her deck down on one of the tables and looked through the cards and nodded. "So yeah, nice to meet you.... uh. Oh, what's your name?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 20, 2015, 03:43:04 PM

Tsubasa had just finished his 2 day rest, and decided that now might be the time to test his skills again at the underground slums. Originally he had hoped to fight other different fighters but in his mind he thought that he needs to grow accustomed to the relentless fighting style of the slums in order to be prepared the next time he cardfights.

Upon entering the slums he starts to look around for any familiar faces before he starts practicing again, at that moment he notices someone he had met before in the slums once.

"...Isn't that yukino?" he thought. "Hmm, something is different about her from the last time we met but it could not hurt to  say 'hi' at least, maybe she'll be up for another cardfight."

"...What clan did she use again.." he thought, as he walked towards yukino. "Hey, it's good to see you again yukino."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 20, 2015, 04:09:10 PM

This woman seemed rather eager to fight without vocalizing such through words. The very actions of whipping out a deck and placing it down before even asking screamed: "let's play a game!". The queen wasn't against it and in fact, needed this. Approaching the table, the Gold Paladin deck was set down by a similarly eager Yukino. Before answering Neu, Tsubasa called out to them. A man fought during the Shadow Paladin onslaught... he tried to help her, which already labelled him a swell guy in her book. Even if the memories of that day made her cringe.

"Tsubasa, right? Good to see you again too", Yukino greeted. Then turned back to the woman of obvious German origin by name, smiling back. "My name is-"

"Speak the name of importance", Ezel whispered.

"... Yugure. Nice to meet you."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 20, 2015, 04:17:07 PM

Yukino was about to cardfight against someone Tsubasa had never seen before, nevertheless Tsubasa was interested in watching to see how this cardfight turns out.

"Maybe after this cardfight I can cardfight against Yukino but for now I get to watch...let's just see how good this person is." he thought, as he stood next to the table to watch the cardfight unfold.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 20, 2015, 05:13:04 PM

Shadow Paladin.

Neu presented Shadow Paladin to Yugure, greatly distressing the queen. Desperately asking where she got it, and where the blasters of fate were... she only received vague answers. Not only dodging the questions, but shrugging everything off as a casual game. Yukino enjoyed the fight, or at least, wanted to. But her precious blasters... In addition to that all, this girl taunted her constantly. Drawing a bundle of triggers was something Yukino was already accustomed to, drawing a bunch in an opening hand. Yet, this girl's luck put Satoshi's to shame with Heals and Criticals.

Never mind those.

What really got to her was the arrival of Dark Dictator. Seeing the tyrant turn his blade on her... seeing herself on her rampage...

Bladed-eyes responded with fury.

This woman took Yukino's distress as a joke, clearly, telling her to lighten up. It was just a normal fight, and nothing more to everyone else. The slum's dogs still found it strange how the queen kept yelling, inquiring about names they didn't recognize. A few wanted to stop the fight in order to calm her, protecting Neu. While they did refrain, they were concerned for the mental health of the queen. Yugure also felt as if she was supposed to be taught a lesson, as if this fight was to knock her off her high horse. Regionals did that a long time ago, but to taste it again with someone having the intention to do so...

A fist banged on the table, then proceeded to do so repeatedly. She left without answering Yukino's questions.

She knew who Yukino was! Not because Yugure introduced herself... but because of the fact that she knew Yukino played Shadow Paladin! She remembered Shadow Paladin, Royal Paladin... Probably Kagero and Bermuda Triangle too! Neu EdelWeiss... was she the mastermind behind their disappearance?!

"Goddammit!!"

Neu -3 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 20, 2015, 05:34:28 PM

"Fun fun...."

She looked at Yukino's frustration in the distance. It was like seeing Alfred falling off his horse, the high horse, of course. Neu really enjoyed that fight, taking a liking to Yukino as well. The ones watching were worried sure, but at the same time they were enjoying what they watched, a nice game. She looked at the Shadow Paladin deck, and smiled at it. She placed it into one of her pockets. A small label laid on it, one she put perhaps as a joke, maybe even just a design to make herself laugh each time she saw it. The deck holder for her Shadow Paladin deck had a cute little sticker and it said in clear words:

"Jellal Kisaragi"

She turned away, satisfied at the outcome, hoping Yukino would not hate her far too much, but at the same time in her mind, she really didn't care. People like that weren't welcome in the world that she wanted, but of course, if she got on her knees, and acted in humility as she did now, then maybe Neu would consider opening the door of salvation for her. It's funny though, all she knew about Blaster Blade and Blaster Dark was that they were taken away by The Rift. Basically she knew just as much about them as Yukino, yet... she got so worked up over her pretending like she actually knew something.

"The queen knocked off her throne, that's so much fun! I'm really starting to actually fall for her!"
In her hand she held another deck box. "Love for the queen... right? Guess this'll be my next deck then." It was a deck case, labeled in the same way as the Shadow Paladin deck:

"Haruka Nakahara"

Affinity:
Yukino: +3

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 20, 2015, 06:05:58 PM

Tsubasa could not believe what he was watching, while the game was impressive, he saw Yukino shouting and in rage. However, what bothered him most of all was the clan that "Neu" used, for some reason that clan bothered him a lot, for reasons he cannot understand.

".....That clan....just what on earth..something about this clan seems familiar.." he thought, as he started to clench his fists.

As the fight concluded, it was clear to Tsubasa that Yukino had some knowledge about this 'Shadow Paladin' clan, but more improtantly it was clear that she was bothered by it, he had to try to calm her down first.

"..Try to calm down Yukino." he said, as he tried to calm her down. "Jellal Kisaragi..where have I seen that name before.." he thought.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 20, 2015, 07:02:45 PM

How could she calm down?! Yugure kept banging into the desk, furious. That girl had to know something, and she was going to get back at her eventually. The aggravated queen finally stopped after some others told her to relax too. Gritting her teeth, she complied. Getting riled up is probably what Neu wanted, and she basically gave Neu the satisfaction. After a few deep breaths, thoughts of how to deal with this were being conjured. Ezel and Garmore checked Cray, unveiling remnants of Shadow Paladin, along with some isolated guardians of Royal Paladin. Two things which shouldn't be possible, considering every knight was told to join under Gold Paladin's flag.

"I'm... fine..." she hissed.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 20, 2015, 07:27:58 PM

"I'm....fine..."

Tsubasa had heard these words in his head more times than he can remember, he had to use them back when he was trying to keep everyone away from him, back when he did not want to involve others in his troubles. He did not want to let Yukino deal with her troubles alone, especially since he knows how hard that can be.

"..I challenge you Yukino..maybe I can understand what's bothering her this time around..maybe unlike last time I can help her." he thought, as he pointed his deck at her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 20, 2015, 09:15:23 PM

Yukino calmed down for a moment, revealing the existence of Royal and Shadow Paladin to Tsubasa - the former is something that he played with her. They fought while Tsubasa revealed himself to Yukino in hopes of breaking down an emotional barrier she had set up at the moment, and for them to be friends. Finally getting to know Tsubasa, learning about himself and his brother, the girl felt bad for what she did two months ago. Completely shrugging off his help... shrugging off his existence. He said Vanguard was something he wanted for him and his brother far away to enjoy together. Yes... Vanguard, that had once been a tool for her, was enjoyable - it was fun.

Gold Paladin was starting to synchronize itself with her, even if her opponents were getting luckier than believable. Yugure stated that Ezel makes a good Avatar choice for Tsubasa, acknowledging his existence and will to help and protect. This resulted in and has kept resulting in Ezel's Superior Calls being on point, never calling a Trigger or a Perfect Guard yet. Even so, despite this, a heal, and a Critical... Yugure was taken down by a Critical on Tsubasa's end.

You know, she was getting sort of tired of everyone else's luck. Satoshi rips Triggers like its his job, Neu and Tsubasa double critical her early on... Bleh, she scowled.

Still, the woman thanked him. For telling her his story and calming her down. Informing him of the lost Paladins led him to desire answers for himself. Wanting to understand his manipulated memories.

When the time came, she hopes he'd fight with her.

Tsubasa +2 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 21, 2015, 01:40:10 AM

Tsubasa was greatful that he was able to get through to Yukino, and now he is determined to understand what exactly happened to him, everyone else and the clans that disappeared. He was uncertain if he should tell his story to Yukino however, if he wanted a mutual trust to happen both sides needed to understand the other.

"..Maybe one day Yukino will get to know the details of my story...she may understand my drive and the idea of what happened to me and my brother in the past...but she still has yet to know the rest of what happened." he thought, as he began to feel the pain of remembering the events that took place at that point.

"I better get home..there's a lot to do.." he thought, as he began to make his way out of the slums.

"My Vanguard..."
"..Huh..who said that........no time to think I need to hurry home." he said.

Yukino +2 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 21, 2015, 06:09:20 AM

"This place sure brings back memories."

Barren and dead as always, a figure stepped foot into what is known as the Underground Slums. It was gated per usual, dark and sinister as ever, and it reeked of something most vile. "I wonder who enters here now..." the young man stepped forward into from the entrance, taking it all in, welcoming the ghetto. He stepped underneath a light pole which was positioned diagonally from the ground. The light shined in his face, as he stepped from the shadows. His smooth blonde mix hair, followed by his light blue eyes braved into the darkness. Step by step, he got closer and closer to the crowd of usual underground fighters. "They look as untrained and savaged I see.." he thought as he carefully surveyed the perimeter. He heard the faint voices of the crowd of fighters both to his left and to his right: "Who the heckie is that guy?", "That's Jellal Kisaragi", "You mean THE Jellal Kisaragi that made it semi finals of nationals?" "Yeah him...". Jellal listened in more of their conversations, which before, never happened. When he first arrived here, Jellal was treated as a lost little boy who didn't know what he was getting himself into, now though? It was like his very presence graced their dead lands. However, he heard one thing question that stuck out like a sore thumb.

"What clan does he use?" He continued to eye forward to the nearest fight table as he soaked in the remaining conversation. "How should I know?" "He fought big names like Cero and Espoirs but you don't know what clan he uses?" "Ughh.. I dunno I forgot, ok? I'm sorry, like gosh!" Jellal was puzzled: his expression changed to a confused one as he didn't know what to make of it. "They've never seen me use Shadow Paladin...?" He stopped at the fight table, tossing his bag on top of it, searching for something familiar. "I've played at this very table numerous times with the clan yet..." He grabbed his deck case, opening the deck. It was his Aqua Force: Maelstrom in the front. There was something about Maelstrom that felt "right" for once as opposed to the Shadow Paladins he held. He looked through the deck as the idle conversation in the back continued. "I wonder what he's doing here?" "He comes here often to fight" "But he's powerful fighter though.. I wanna see waht he can do!" "Yeah same, you should challenge him!" "Huh? Me? Why not you, you little pansy?". Jellal sighed closing his deck and looked up into the moonlight.

"Shadow Paladin huh..." he thought back during the times he was here. The first time he came and meeting up with Yukino and Hana. "Oh right..." he thought to himself, as he switched his expression to an annoyed one. "I gotta talk to that little one about spreading my nickname...". He waited in utter silence as one of the Underground fighters bravely approached him to fight.

"I wonder how they all are though, how much everything's changed." The moons light shined down on his Armada with Maelstrom's roar echoing throughout the slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 21, 2015, 06:29:40 AM

From his bunker in the slums, Hikaru could see what was going on around the place. He saw some familiar faces and with his underlings keeping him updated on who comes through the gate he didn't really have to do much unless it was something urgent. He then looked to the newest face to come around, the man they called Jellal Kisaragi. from his sources, Jellal had made it to the semi-finals of the national tournament. Granted that Hikaru himself had wanted to enter himself, he didn't have the time for it. He was busy hunting after all.

Curious on how he would fair against the young man he got out of his bunker and walks over to him.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 21, 2015, 06:38:57 AM

"Submit to my storm of righteousness! Maelstrom's Limit Break is too strong for you!"

The blue dragon fired what seemed to be an endless barrage of missiles at his opponent. The force of the devastation blew the top card of the deck into the damage zone, face down, ending the fight. "Good game" he said to his opponent as he took up his deck and held it with pride. It was not something he had came to do for Shadow Paladin, outside of Blaster Dark. He stunned the crowd around as they finally answered their previous questions about his clan. They were confused and asked when and where did Jellal get the clan, throwing out rumors, theories and speculations on how he might have obtained it. He looked over to see someone approaching the area, as the crowd slowly stepped to the side to make room for this individual. Jellal looked, never seeing this person before, seemed to carry some weight around these slums.

"May I help you?" he said to the intruder.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 21, 2015, 06:45:50 AM

"Yes you can actually." Hikaru took out a deck case from his jacket and walks over to the motion figure system. He places his starter onto the vanguard circle.

"I want to see your strength." As his eyes burned with blood lust as he stared at Jellal's own eyes. 

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 21, 2015, 06:47:53 AM

Interested at the challenge, Jellal honored it and sat his deck back down.

"Sure" he said as the wind picked up, circling around him. His eyes glittered slightly, turning brighter as he was prepared to fight.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Kisaragi Zane on August 21, 2015, 08:12:59 AM

Hikaru Nagisaki.

He governed the slums for some time although Jellal had never seen him before. Though, this is probably because he just recently dethroned the previous person in charge. He used Dimension Police, a clan that Jellal wasn't too familiar with but the units looked odd: Galatic Invaders that ruled under Zeal which had the ability to drain the vanguards power. Jellal's Aqua Force staved him off by using Maelstrom's limit break to generate hand advantage. Jellal had called his clan that of justice, which prompted Hikaru to ask if he thought it was justice. Jellal retorted with him knowing it was justice. The cardfight was a real nail-biter as both were closer to finishing each other off, however, Aqua Force managed to prevail with his divine judgment.

After the fight however, they exchanged information with each other and following the recent trend of strange things: Jellal discovered that Hikaru did not know what Shadow Paladin was either. After briefly explaining their appearance as 'shadowy black knights', Jellal offered Hikaru a place beyond the slums as his skills would gladly rival that of champions. However, feeling a sense of obligation to await for someone worthy was about to watch over the slums, Hikaru denied saying he'd like to fight the Chosen Sword, to which Jellal deduced it was Yukino Espoir whom he referred to as a "friend".

As Jellal sets off to his next destination, only few things linger in his mind. "Why don't people remember Shadow Paladin?". He would only figure out the answer by meeting up with the Espoirs. He leaves the Slums after finding a new challenge of justice in the Dimension Police user.

+2 AP for Hikaru Nagisaki

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on August 21, 2015, 09:59:10 AM

After Jellal had left the area. Hikaru began to ponder about the 'Shadow paladins' that Kisaragi had mentioned.

"Black Knights that helped defend the sanctuary" He muttered as he walked back into his bunker. He started to think about the fight and smiled.
"Jellal Kisaragi, you are one extraordinary fighter."

Jellal: +2AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 23, 2015, 04:18:34 PM

When Hana had woken up, Miyuki was so longer there. She overslept for a good amount of time it seems. It was from yesterday that she realized that she was absolutely tired. Watching someone defeat her and call it an "empty victory," added salt to the wound that she wasn't as synchronized with Angel Feathers as she was with Bermuda Triangle. Then the fight after, to be cheered on by Yukinee, someone who obviously needed to cheer herself up instead, was disappointing in itself. Hana held a nullify in her hand and took the damage.. she didn't need to be cheered on, because she was the one that was actually cheering on her sister to win the fight. Results didn't matter, Hana just wanted to enjoy herself, but if everyone is so insistent on the matter that strength, power, and the results of a fight should be the dicatator of whether a match is uplifting or fun, then Hana may as well just join the boat. Bermuda Triangle made each fight fun, and everything a concert. Since then, Vanguard for her has just been a stupid pile of misery where there is no value in a fight that is lost. Even her sister won't even talk to her about stuff like her personal life or all much else, not even play with her at the amusement park. "Just a door to PSY shop," that's all she was. Hana walked on, fearful, but her emotions now controlled her, she was done being looked down on. Everyone can surround her sister and call her the "Chosen Sword," may as well... but Hana was frustrated at that fact as well, how everything was hidden away, and now suddenly shes the weaker of the two, because she's perhaps younger?

"Hana-chan..." Nociel muttered in a worried tone.
"We can't lose can we? Shoot I thought this was all fun right? We win and have fun but what about our opponent? Yukinee didn't even seem the slightest happy. She smiled, but that wasn't what I needed. I didn't need to be cheered on like I'm some weak girl that needs to be protected..." Hana clenched her fists still walking onward.
*rabbit noises*
"What I wanted was to just talk to my sister, as a sister, not the chosen sword, princess of cray, anything like that. I just wanted to talk to her casually. As for Cero... abandoning you guys... Now you're in my hands... we'll get through this together as well."

She entered the fight area, where many fighters looked at her, laughing and even mocking her small appearance. Her cute and noble face, her navy blue straight hair, they all scoffed and laughed, they didn't take her seriously at all.

"Well I'm a Vanguard Fighter too, I'm not looking to hurt you guys or anything, I'm just here to practice to get better."

Initially, they kept laughing on until they saw her deck, Angel Feather. Along with the her appearance, the avatar card, and her presentation, some realized who she was. She said her name as the final clincher.

"My name is Hana Espoir, the Nation Champion. I'd like partners to practice with... so is anyone up for a fight?"

With that, Hana's pupil's began shined, forming stars within them, as if her eyes projected the skies from the surface of Cray. She began to fight everyone, one by one.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on August 24, 2015, 04:47:35 AM

After talking with Hana and company, Neo decided to go to the one place he knew he could get stronger at: The slums. He took his time getting there because he needed to reserve as much energy as possible because his true challege was yet to come. Neo after a semi long walk made it to the slums and saw alot of underground fighters fighting on tables. Then everyone started staring at Neo as if he was there next target.

"Im not here to play games, im here to fight and im here to win" Neo said to all the fighters.

"So whos going to be up first" Neo said holding his deck.

Neo fought as many fighters as he could throughout the entire night. He wants to use all his building frustration in cardfights rather then his friends. Neo was fighting while thinking about so much. Thinking about everything that happened to the clans.

"There has to be a way to evolve.. there just has to be" Neo said to himself.

"Well i wont rest intil I find it"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 24, 2015, 04:52:18 AM

"Disappointing..."

Neu walked away.

Affinity:
Neo Isamu: -8

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 24, 2015, 03:16:49 PM

  It had been months since Cero had been here.  The slums of the city, where underground cardfights were held.  Despite how much time had passed, a significant portion of people still remembered the King and his repeated 'rampages' that left most of the slums knocked out.  Cero slammed his deck down on the nearest fight table, shouting, "I, Cero Kirguis, Europe's King of Vanguard have returned!  My strength has grown to surpass that of the Queen that once rivaled me!"  This came as a shock to the people here, who had all seen their queen defeat him, a fight which caused a noticeable number of people to give up the ways of the slums.

  "However, someone new has appeared!  Someone who disrespects the path I choose to take!  Someone who disrespects the Vanguard I believe in!"  The people around Cero looked around, rather confused.  This was something he hadn't done before, and they weren't exactly sure what to think.  "This woman defeated me once...  But I will not be defeated again!  I will show not only her, but the world, that there is more than just one way to enjoy Vanguard!"  Cero pointed to the sky, continuing, "I will surpass her, and her way of Vanguard, so the never forces it upon another again!"  The people of the slums, still confused by Cero's sudden rant, decided to just go along with it and start cheering him on.  It was a fairly good speech, even if they had no idea what it was about or what it had to do with them.  "My way of Vanguard, the way that that woman disrespected so, is the pursuit of strength!  However, I pursue strength not only for myself, but to show everyone the levels they can reach!  My way of Vanguard...  Is the way of Inspiration!"  Again, the people of the slums cheered, actually understanding this part of the speech somewhat.  Cero pulled out his deck, "Now, let's start the training session!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 24, 2015, 03:22:42 PM

It was a funny speech. Neu was fighting along some of the tables, enjoying herself when he ended up walking in and saying his rant. She recognized him as the guy from yesterday, the guy who walked out in anger, some way of Vanguard that was. She didn't really quite agree with what he was saying, but its not like anyone understood what he was saying anyways by the way that he was yelling everyone's eardums off. At the very least, it was really cute that he thought that a pursuit for strength was actually fun. Its only fun for the winner, he should remember that from yesterday. Nonetheless, she stayed within the crowd, clapping for him laughing to herself.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Beryl on August 24, 2015, 03:36:37 PM

"Then maybe you'd like a suitable challenger!"

Satoshi had spent the night on his park bench. Despite the possibility that Hana was capable of talking sense into her sister Yukino, he felt it might be best to stay away from her and Haruka for a while, just to give them space and time to figure out how to tackle the problem of Neu's hold on their clans. He had gone to the slums out of interest in training with some of the guys down there that had helped Yukino in the past. And who else would he find than Cero, the guy who knocked him out of the running for nationals and walked off rudely.

"I think you and I have a score to settle today, King Europe!" He waved his deckbox.

Seph floated behind, transparent and silent. He had been given the task of observing his champion's play today, because something strange had happened in the Rift that he needed to analyze for himself, according to Lox and Amaterasu, that was associated with riding Muse.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 24, 2015, 03:40:34 PM

It had been a few days since the incident between Tsubasa and his friends with Neu, during that time Tsubasa had been overoccupied by work and other life distractions. On his way home he noticed that if he took a right turn on his path he would be going towards the slums.

"I told Neu that I would try to have more fun in my cardfights...but I want to get stronger..can I do that while having fun..?" he thought, as he began to talk towards the slums. "Let's just see what I can understand from this.."

Upon his arrival he hears a loud voice echoing through the slums, as If an announcer just dropped from a plane to grace the dark abyss that has formed in this place and it's inhabitants. Eventually he found the source of the voice, a young man shouting from the top of his lungs making a speech to testify his strength and his way of Vanguard.

"My way of Vanguard...  Is the way of Inspiration!"

"...A way of inspiration huh, looks more like he's trying to attract attention,....just to prove to himself that he is strong...just what exactly does he want to inspire.." he thought, as he started taking a corner to get a better look at the crowd and the scene unfolding in front of him.

A challenger walks up and challenges this loud individual referring to him as the 'King of Europe'.... for some reason that title sounded familiar for some reason, however he did recognize the challenger from the previous regional tournament. Upon further inspection of the crowd he notices a familiar face.

"...Is that Neu...she's clapping....no...I know that look....heh...guess this is going to be interesting to watch afterall." he thought.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 24, 2015, 03:48:25 PM

"Fine, I accept your challenge," Cero shouted as he slammed his deck down on the fight table.  "Let's see if you've grown any stronger since our last encounter!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Nobody on August 24, 2015, 04:31:45 PM

After a few days of doing nothing besides taking care of his house that he have left for atleast a week unattended, Shiki decided it's time for some more Vanguard goodies, this time in the Slums. This wasn't exactly the brightest idea, but Shiki was also not really the brighest human being so this was the perfect match. He heard that people around here Cardfight in adifferent manner than in the Shops, and that was really all there was to it.

Upon arrival he was greeted by a "Punk, you want a fight?" spoken by a really tall and buff man dressed in your stereotypical gangster clothes. Being as obvious as he is, Shiki understood it as a challenge to a cardfight. The guy just went with it, completely stunned with how stupid a person can be, and it's always fun to beat someone in a card game to increase your ego like it matters or something.

The two went at it, with the thug coming out victorious due to Shiki decking him out relatively quickly. After the victory he left, laughing at Shiki who was just walking around looking for other people to spend time with in the Slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Beryl on August 24, 2015, 04:39:54 PM

Well, that was unexpected.

Cero had a bout with bad luck that was unprecedented, given the strength he had demonstrated before with his Royal Paladins. Despite owning a deck Satoshi had had trouble with, Narukami, and bearing a card that he still had no idea what it did, Dragonic Kaiser Vermillion, the farmboy managed to have a much luckier and cleaner game, pushing his opponent to five damage as he had done to Neu the day before early. This time, however, it was a critical trigger that sealed the deal. He didn't even see Muse the whole game, let alone ride her.

Devil's luck aside, he felt a level of confidence he hadn't in a while. Maybe being alone for a bit and putting Yukino and Haruka out of his head for that time let him become much more able to play Vanguard the way he wanted to. There were pangs of wanting to practice with them still aching, but he instead stood patiently, looking out at the crowd of hooligans that had cheered for him.

He spotted two familiar faces. One of them was Tsubasa, a face he hadn't seen since regionals. <Does he have a new clan as well?> he wondered. And the other...

The other was Neu Edelweiss. It was strange to see her here of all places, but all the same, there she was. No doubt waiting to fight as many people as possible.

Seph furrowed his brow. What Lox had mentioned he would notice had happened, despite Satoshi having not ridden Muse. A strange fluctuation of power was felt after his champion dealt the finishing blow, as though through his game, there was something getting stronger. It was an uncomfortable feeling, but one that occurred nonetheless.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 24, 2015, 04:44:24 PM

He falls again...
Neu shrugs and walks off, feeling that Cero's who speech had crumbled, that was the extent of his Vanguard.

Affinity:
Cero: +1

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on August 24, 2015, 06:08:38 PM

"The King of Inspiration falls....I guess in the end all his 'Vanguard' can accomplish was nothing more than a show" he said, as he began to walk away. "....That kind of Vanguard is nothing more than a selfish desire to show off one's 'strength'....as a result it left him with no sense of enjoyment when he lost...I guess Neu has a strong point in the end."

After walking away from the area he was standing in, Tsubasa decides to attempt to find Neu, he still wants to get the answers from her that he had been trying to figure out for quite a while.

"..I need to know...just what happened two months ago...Neu" he thought, as he left the slums to find her. "...Impressive cardfight Satoshi.."

Satoshi +1 Affinity Points

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 24, 2015, 06:13:18 PM

Cero wasn't done yet.  He wasn't going to let himself stop here.  "Don't you dare walk away!  I refuse to let myself fall here!  I said I'd show the world my way of Vanguard, and I will not allow it to be put down by a single loss!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Beryl on August 24, 2015, 06:19:09 PM

Another go? Sure, Satoshi didn't think that Cero had really represented himself well enough, and the devil's luck he was stated to have happened once again, but it was a rare occurrence someone asked for another fight of him, especially someone who treated him so bitterly before.

Maybe King Europe had a change of heart. That impressed him a bit.

"Alright, then," he grinned, "I'm ready to go again whenever you are!"

Cero +2 AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Lance Korilum on August 24, 2015, 07:33:59 PM

This fight, unlike the last one, was actually fairly close.  Both sides got a significantly large number of triggers, with Cero at a slight disadvantage for the early and mid game, but this was quickly turned around to an equal game with Dragonic Kaiser Vermillion's Limit Break activating.  The Limit Break gave Cero enough to advantage to take the lead, and managed to keep it for the rest of the game until his victory. 

With the fight over, Cero extended his hand to his opponent.  Although Cero hadn't been respectful during the last time they had fought, Satoshi had earned his respect.

Satoshi +2 AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Beryl on August 24, 2015, 07:46:25 PM

The second fight was indeed much different than last time. Both players on the edge, at five damage...this was the kind of fun Satoshi knew Neu was talking about. Vanguard was fun when you let it be so and keep at it. Even if she separated herself from the cards, where bonding was part of the fun in the first place.

This time, Cero unleashed Vermillion's Limit Break, a power that ended up wiping the front row of Satoshi's field. While able to rebuild, this kind of advantage setback forced him on the ropes. Even with Muse coming through and putting on more pressure with double triggers, King Europe was able to clean him up with sheer number of cards in hand.

Satoshi smiled and shook his hand this time. Unlike the prior Cero, one that had won the fight and moved on, this one knew what sort of Vanguard he wanted to have in the end. Intense, down-to-the-wire conflicts...yeah, that was a pretty interesting approach.

Along with the handshake, the members of the slums continued to cheer for the two of them. Cero with his inspiring words and fighting spirit, and Satoshi for his own fighting spirit. Truly an interesting pair of fighters, indeed.

Cero +2 AP (again)

His phone vibrated. A phone call...from Yukino? He answered. "Hello?"

"Mr. Kurosaki, it's me! You have to come quick, something's wrong with Miss Espoir!"

Satoshi felt himself shook back into reality. Something was wrong with Yukino? "What do you mean?"

"S-she's collapsed! We're giving her medical attention, but...we really need you here!"

"Dammit! I'm coming!" Satoshi hung up, gave a quick bow to Cero, and ran off.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 27, 2015, 09:30:23 AM

Once again, Yukino had come to visit the slums. Seems a good number of regulars had forgotten about the queen's outburst last time she was here. Unfortunately, she still remembered it anyway. Explaining the War of Liberation event to the underground's dogs without going into detail about Cray, they agreed to help her practice as they normally do. A good number of them stated that it wouldn't be their thing, since their Vanguard is a Vanguard shrouded in dirty deeds. She didn't seem to hold it against them, as this is the kind of Vanguard they've nurtured and came to cherish.

... Vanguard they nurtured and came to cherish...

Honestly, Yugure found herself hating the game. So far, it's given her a set destiny that she's failed to uphold and fulfill multiple times. When she was trying to get over her loss at Regionals, she spent a day at Card Capital, just fighting. In the end, it was still a game in which she used to answer people and answer herself. Her Vanguard was... sort of like a conversation to selective foes, but what was it overall? What was the theme of this "conversation"?

The thought of what Vanguard really is to her is only now coming to mind. As it stands, the answer is "a miserable pile of cards". While it could be more than that, she just couldn't think it wasn't free of misery.

Fighters noticed the queen deep in thought as they played with and watched her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Beryl on August 27, 2015, 10:41:30 AM

Seph watched over her from above, deep in thought. The Espoirs' misery was ever apparent and causing a lot of problems for the Council of Cray.

Unbeknownst to the Chosen Sword, at least at the moment, Hana had given up her position as the Vanguard out of pure upset and fury over the current state of affairs. This decision had put the Council in a rush to figure out how to handle the situation. Already, the War of Liberation was looking bleak. While Ezel vowed to discuss things with his champion and potentially bring her back to her former self...the Lion had to understand that his Vanguard was not likely to feel the same, not for a long while. Even with the rumored return of Yunos in the form of a ghostly spirit, it was questionable what the outlook of the lead clan in the War was going to be.

Likewise, the rest of the Triad wasn't in any better shape. Now that the Seraphim had finally awakened, his host, Haruka, was going to encounter quite the struggle when it came to maintaining order. And now that he had Yukino's emotions to tend to, it wasn't going to get any better for him. The Guardian Dragon wondered what would happen down the road if the Seraphim had his own way, given the circumstances.

Then there was his own champion, Satoshi. Seph wasn't sure how to read him anymore. He appreciated the fact that the farmboy was trying to pick up any sort of slack that appeared to be occurring, and yet...it was very clear that he, too, was starting to lose his way. Completely obsessed with Neu wronging his friends, he was doing everything in his power to try and demonize her, when in reality, he almost agreed with her completely. Vanguard was supposed to be a game of friendly squabbles, this was true. It represented bonds, friendship, family...many things that were meant to make people happy. With or without the sealed clans, this seemed possible for most other people because it was just a game. These were the last thoughts that Muse relayed to Seph as their champion finally rested for the day. Losing his resolve and finding himself wanting to go back to the lonely farm life, outside of the realm of the best two friends he's ever had...

Those who were torn by this change, Seph had to figure out how to stand by them and help them back to defending Cray. It was a grueling battle and the clans needed their champions more than ever. But what was he going to do?

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Grimm on August 27, 2015, 11:34:44 AM

After overhearing something about strong fighters gathering at the slums, Noah decided to check it out. Besides seeking strength to protect the smiles of the people around him, he read about fighters being "chosen" in the morning paper earlier that morning. Noah wanted that strength to protect the order he believed in.

When he got to the slums he saw a rather muscular man waiting to be challenged with a confident look on his face. The gathered fighters were clearly too scared to challenge him, so Noah stepped forward.

Noah: "With a boost from Eugen, Tear Knight Lazarus takes flight!"

The man put the top card of his deck into his damage zone and disappeared into the shadows without another word, somewhat like a ghost. Before Noah knew it another fighter had taken the man's place.....

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Grimm on August 27, 2015, 01:14:55 PM

After a few more fights, Noah decided to leave the slums, as the fighters there said the truly strong would not show up for a while.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Nobody on August 27, 2015, 01:26:26 PM

After a few days spent in the Slums because of his non-existent sense of direction filled with interactions with all the residents, Shiki decided to finally leave this place, his face beaten up and clothes in overall poor shape after day after day with the thugs spent on cardfighting or getting punched here and there which he believed to be his fault for insulting them in one way or another, Shiki set sail for his house to take care of these bruises.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 27, 2015, 09:04:41 PM

"Our vanguard is..."

All day she spent in the slums trying to fill in the blank. This misery filled activity charged with a destiny - what was vanguard to those few suffering for the joy of the many? Taking some wins and losses, she asked around how does this dark vanguard bring them joy. At first, for most of them, it was just to win the game. However, after strong, clean fighters came down for the sake of practice instead of berating them... Yukino's fans personally believed their way had a purpose to help.

In a way, their vanguard was supporting hers.

The queen found herself lost in thought again, baffled by that idea.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 27, 2015, 10:00:21 PM

In all honesty the Vanguard here was always to support, and for others, to excite. The unfortunate circumstance of living in the slums wasn't by choice, it was by plain bad luck. Vanguard to these fighters were a hobby that took the place of far worse actions that could have come as a result of their upbringings. While others look at the electrical fights to be something short of torture, it added the element of fun to them, it was just plain old preference. Underground fights were started, not with the intention to harm, but to support. This world was a support group for those in the lower class who got the shorter end of the stick in life. Everyone here fought and fought to support one another, all sharing similar stories. This Vanguard was dark, but that's because their life was dark. Each member here became another's light. The problem arises when the strong comes, taking all the support and faith of those whom are weaker. This causes an imbalance. There is no problem with one having all the power, but the trend is that those who do, are generally corrupted. Power reveals the true nature of a person, and if the nature of a person's Vanguard is wrong, then the rest who support are by default then unjust.

Neu walked through the slums, being greeted by her friends yet again.
"Neu-chan!" They would all wave to her as she passed by.

Her goal here was to inspire them to support a Vanguard which played for fun and destroyed all barriers of the social strata. A Vanguard where the weakness, strength,social class, perfection, imperfection, darkness, and light of fighters are forgotten in exchange for a soothing element of fun and excitement is the one that Neu believes in.

Upon her walk, she saw a familiar face. "The Queen..." Though, her aura was different. It was lost now, more humble. There was nothing for Neu to bring down, nothing for her to want to topple over and laugh at. It was quite the opposite. As for what the Queen could do for her, well, it seems that Neu herself was in need of some answers as well due to conflicting ideas that have been on her mind.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 27, 2015, 10:14:32 PM

Yukino's mood quickly took a turn for the worse, hearing Neu's name being called out. The same place they met before now felt like the offending foreigner knew the queen would be here. Still, already down to the bottom of her luck, she knew a challenge to save the clans right now would be a waste. As it stood, the fear of losing Gold Paladin was more prevalent than anything. Giving off a sigh, it looked like Neu was approaching, so this confrontation couldn't be avoided as much as she'd like it to be. What was there to say? "Please give me my cards back!" No, a wave of hopelessness washed over the Chosen Sword with that useless thought.

"I suppose you're here to laugh", Yukino began, trying not to make eye contact.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Grimm on August 27, 2015, 10:38:40 PM

A strong gale of wind surrounds Noah as he defeats another underground cardfighter. The cardfighter then takes their deck and disappears like a ghost just like the one before him.

"I have to get stronger, I've been losing too much..." Noah thought to himself as he defeated another cardfighter. Noah put on a smiling face when he lost, but the truth was every time he lost, he hated it, as it pushed him farther and farther away from his final objective.

Noah: "Algos takes aim at your vanguard!" Noah yelled as he sent another underground fighter back to the shadows of the slums.

The charming, innocent prince, had become corrupt by a blood lust for power.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 27, 2015, 10:46:13 PM

No witty remarks. The eyes that she held, though turned away, were the same as the ones that Neu saw yesterday. They were the very things that she swore to protect, they were exactly like hers as she had been growing. To be taken up in high regard and expected to be a role model, yet to be mocked, defeated, and destroyed at the hands of those who wanted nothing but to show ruin the game for others, that was the formation of Neu's ideals. The Queen that stood before Neu now was one that Neu wanted to stand beside. She couldn't bring her clan back, she couldn't do that for her, the easiest solution. Even so, Neu doesn't even understand how bringing cards back would help her emotional well-being, not in the slightest bit.

"If you flaunt your dumb way of Vanguard and act like royalty then I'll laugh at you. As you are now, you're no different that I was, I suppose. I can't mock you if you're lost just like I was...Plus it's my mission to guide those who are..." She sighed deeply, looking at the Queen's sorry state, "Man, I didn't like your way, but now you're like the kind of person that I started my mission for what the heckkkkk ughhh this is so awkward and confusing!" She scratched the back of her head.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 27, 2015, 11:02:17 PM

Yukino would've felt better if she laughed, honestly. It was better to laugh at the absolute joke of a woman she used to be, the one she'd love to personally stab over and over. "What the hell is the matter with you?!" would be what Yukino yells at her former self. The queen collected her deck, listening to Neu's frustration, unsure how to approach this. Honestly, what did this girl have to be aggravated about? The imperial majesty had been knocked off her high horse, and no longer did she use Vanguard to stomp on others. Yet, this was awkward and confusing?

Yugure wasn't sure to feel insulted or dumbfounded.

"What do you want?" This mission Neu spoke of wasn't something Yugure wanted to accept - her "guidance". So a desire to just get to the point arose.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 27, 2015, 11:20:25 PM

"Man, what do I want?" She walked over to the table where the Queen had removed her deck from. "See, what I want is to just enjoy myself."

Right, the eyes that Neu had, when she failed to win Nationals during her first try. That was her first failure. After that one, it was a downward spiral where she suffered failure after failure, bringing disappointment to the expectations of her as a child prodigy. She wanted to throw it all away, but due to the current circumstances in her life, she had to keep going, as much as it hurt her and as much as she became lost deeper and deeper in the forest of disappointment.

"Dammit, the way I see it, you're just so worried about being royalty even though in your sorry state you can't even fulfill any of its minimal requirements." Neu crossed her arms, "Jeez, if I were you I'd just throw that all away and have fun, be my own person. Put it on hold and come back to it later. You've been asking what Vanguard is to the people here all day haven't you? Well I'm here to show you mine."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 27, 2015, 11:29:49 PM

"I'm not interested in yours", Yukino declined. Having already seen Neu's Vanguard was enough, but now a lecture? She angrily gritted her teeth, clutching her deck tightly. After a few seconds, however, the fury faded. It was pointless to start yelling, and Neu was right on the queen wondering what the Vanguard of the slums was. Even so, she simply kept quiet, seeing as this witch must've had it easy. Throwing aside the duties of the Chosen Sword is something that Yugure would love to do, but can't for various reasons.

There was a number of things Yukino wanted to scream at Neu, yet, all that came out afterward was an annoyed sigh. The queen began looking for other members of the slums to distract her from the one who contributed to ruining her life.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Grimm on August 27, 2015, 11:35:58 PM

After the next cardfight, something peculiar happened when the underground fighter disappeared into the shadows.

It appeared as if though Noah was underwater, in the ruins of an abandoned city.  Noah looked around and saw many of the units on his cards, including some of his favorites, such as dolphin soldier, then he heard a deep voice call to him from behind.

When he turned around he saw a gargantuan blue dragon, which told him:

Blue Dragon: Four clans have been sealed away by a certain entity.

Noah: Which clans?

Blue Dragon: Kagero, Royal Paladin, Shadow Paladin, and Bermuda Triangle.

Noah: What happened to the fighters who used that clan?

Blue Dragon: They're fighting to unseal those clans, which could create another civil war on Cray, so they are evil.

Noah: Wait?! Cray actually exists?!

Blue Dragon: Of Course.

Noah: What is evil anyways?

Blue Dragon: Those who disturb order, the kindlings of conflict.

Noah: Then those who picked on me before.... they would be villains?

Blue Dragon: Correct, and you have a choice, will you protect order, or be controlled by evil?

Noah: I will protect order, naturally

Blue Dragon: Good, then defeat those who are trying to liberate the clans, and become much stronger..... I'll be waiting

The vision ended and before Noah knew it, he was standing back at the fight table in the slums. When he had finally regained his senses, Noah was already walking away from the slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 27, 2015, 11:37:38 PM

"Tell me then, what is my Vanguard." Neu asked, "My Vanguard is not to be confused with my goal or actions. I've done what I've done for the sake of fulfilling my goal, but that doesn't directly translate to what I believe Vanguard to be." She shrugged and took a deck out of her purse.

"Two may have the same belief on what Vanguard is, but that doesn't mean that they have to agree with each other's motives."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Azuki Frappé on August 27, 2015, 11:39:59 PM

Ighanna arrived at the slums in hopes of doing something beneficial to the charity. She donated money, food and even sang to the blind kids in there to make it a better place however after finishing that, she noticed a shady group who seems to be surrounding something interesting, so this lured her to explore deeper and delve into the secrets of the slums.

In the center appears to be a Vanguard Table, however it was locked with chains and handcuff, probably made to bind the two challengers together to the table and prevent escape. What caught her attention was a conversation between Yukino and Neu. She quickly approached the two and tried to calm Yukino down who seemed to be looking for other distractions.

"Yukino, you don't really look well, I would say you look rather agitated. Is everything alright? Neu, I don't think she's in a good mood right now so please refrain provoking her. If you need someone to fight, I'll gladly do one if you don't mind. I'd rather let Yukino rest right now." Ighanna says as she stared carefully at Yukino who seems to be look ing around for other members. Ighanna still does not know that Yukino is the "Queen" here after all.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 27, 2015, 11:47:39 PM

"I told you, I'm not interested", another humiliating defeat would just further push Yukino over the edge. A debate of morals would just do her worse. Never mind the boy trying to talk with Neu or Ighanna's intrusion. She didn't need coddling from the family friend who partook in the music industry's asinine thug genre of "rap". The amount of people approaching was starting to make her feel sick, despite having communicated with many underground fighters. A hand covered her mouth, a reflex prepared in case of puking.

"Ugh..."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on August 27, 2015, 11:51:02 PM

Neo had lost his spirit, he was broken and destroyed. He walked around with his Dragonic Kaiser Vermillion card just pondering and thinking..

"Was everything ive done to this point.. All for the wrong reasons?" Neo asked himself

Neo didnt even realize he walked all the way to the slums with his Vermillion card in his hand. He noticed Ighanna, Neu, Yukino and Noah in the slums and decided to see whats going on..

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 28, 2015, 12:03:19 AM

"Mannn..." She placed the deck onto her table. "Let's just play a fun game. I'll understand something from this as well."

She slid the deck to Yukino's side. "You'll be using this deck." Neu then took another deck out its box. "A Vanguard which is fun, where failures don't matter, that is what I believe. I hope that playing with these will help you remember those days..." She sighed. Neu didn't know what she doing herself, as someone who had  everything usually be clear cut and calculated, this was strange. She was giving to emotional connections. There was finally something that she didn't understand.

"Could a connection to the units perhaps be a factor that makes this game fun?..." She asked this to herself.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 28, 2015, 12:05:48 AM

Yukino took one look at the deck and froze.

"... Fine", she caved.

But I still can't hear his voice...

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 28, 2015, 12:51:25 AM

Royal Paladin with Blaster Dark. Majesty Lord Blaster. Yukino's true form as Exculpate the Blaster. It was all the same as she left it before, but to her, it was hollow. Ahmes' voice couldn't break through, because it wasn't there. It was a card and nothing else. The swordsman of light she bonded with, and the swordsman of darkness they convinced through their feelings... The miraculous instance of transcendence as the Avatar of Light brought the queen to further misery.

In the end, it was simply that: a miracle of a single instant. Of course, all of them would leave her again. She knew this, and couldn't find the same enjoyment Neu seemed to be having.

A tear dropped onto the deck once the queen finished stacking it back up. She wasn't ready to let go, but at the same time, they were just proof of failure. Had she not spoken up to Jellal, the Dragon of Hell would've obtained victory. Then, with this same power, she still fell to Neu the first time after the civil war's end. And now, once again, she failed to hit her mark.

Vanguard gave her friends and light, while also giving her despair and darkness.

This game was the greatest thing to ever happen to her life, but it was also undoubtedly the single worst thing to ever come in it.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 28, 2015, 01:11:52 AM

The eyes the connected to Blaster Blade. Despite being a one way connection, for one moment, her opponent changed, giving Neu the feeling of a thrill that chilled her spine. What if there were two ways? How strong would it be?

Strength?... No, this wasn't strength... it was strong, but it wasn't just strength. The power was a final result, but the bond, the changing of her attitude is what caused her to move forward. To not only play a clan, but to be connected through emotion, it added another element of excitement to the game. Perhaps, it's what Neu's been missing. She saw Yukino and how she was. Neu didn't want to take the cards back, not if they agreed with the Vanguard she believed in. Yet their power... it was too much and would destroy Cray's current balance. Neu couldn't understand.. was this a dead end?...

I want to become someone who makes everyone happy, but as I am I exist only within logic... contradictions stop me...
How can I break the limits of reality?...
Why am I suddenly craving power?...
The power to become a Messiah.

She clutched her head. She was going against her goal, but not her way of Vanguard. She could follow her way of Vanguard, make Yukino happy, but that would ruin her goal, her purpose.

"Man! Trust me, that game was so much fun... I, really want to show you and let you feel how I do. Up until now I've been able to show everyone how great it was just by playing a game with them and being myself. But this... two things are completely going against each other and suddenly I myself." She became silent, "I can't do much for you as I am not.. not that you'd want me to... but I can tell that fighting alongside them was a cherished moment for you.. and yesterday I..."

Neu snapped her fingers and the rift opened up above the deck.

"I'll give you another moment to cherish. This takes a huge deal of my power, but for a few moments, the units will be able to speak with you...and you, with them..."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 28, 2015, 01:29:08 AM

"No!" Yukino cried, tearfully smacking the deck off of the table, the cards scattering all over the ground. The queen sobbed, unable to contain the sorrow that swallowed her up. "If it's just for a moment - one instant, what does that matter?! After that, they'll be gone! Gone! Gone!" Screaming was the woman who fell into despair, getting the attention of bystanders. Once again, she was yelling after a fight with Neu. Why does she keep raising her voice to their friend? They couldn't figure it out, and they never would. No one would understand she who lost everything. Dropping to her knees, holding her face in hands, she continued wailing. Longing for Royal and Shadow Paladin to come back to her, but knowing the utter horror of the aftermath that came with speaking to them.

Voices... She would be able to speak with her heroes again...

And then they would be silent.

Still, voices attempted to reach out to her. Cries barely drowned them out, but they kept whispering: "Hikari... Yami... Yugure..."

He would not let his friend stay like this, not until they earned them back for good. Ezel let loose a roar that shook her mind, completely flushing away the sounds of their locked comrades. Placing his hands on her shoulders as a spirit, she looked up into the small rift Neu opened. ... And there he was - the one voice that she wanted to hear from the deck. The one who slumbered in the empty void: Ahmes. Tears further streaming down her cheeks, she reached out to her second avatar.

His arm reached out in turn.

He was still asleep, but he was still drawn to his Vanguard - his friend.

No...

"No! Aaaaaah!!" Yukino screamed again, pulling her arms back. This is exactly what she didn't want to happen. Those bladed eyes meet his slumbering eyelids. Hers knew that she wouldn't get to see them open, she wouldn't get to keep them open in this moment. This fleeting joy that fueled suffering.

"Stop! Stop! Please stop!!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 28, 2015, 01:59:04 AM

She kept suffering but Neu didn't understand why. Yet again, she failed to understand what the value was in this encounter. She now knew for sure that there was value, she just gave up some of her own power to make it happen, but she still was clueless of the "why." Yukino was screaming instead of actually speaking to them. It looks like she wasn't trying to cherish the moment... maybe she did, but she knew that she saw them, the sealed heroes.

Neu was breathing heavily, "I have to close it now," she snapped her fingers and inhaled deeply, starting to let out a few small coughs eventually causing her to lose balance and lean on the table as support.

Is this the full extent of my power? I can't make everyone happy like this...
My knowledge is limited. My power becomes empty and hollow after a certain point..

"You see them?... You're damn lucky you even get cards that you can feel connected to like that. Man, I wish my parents told me that cards had actual value past a tier list that I was made to study as a kid. Maybe I would have been able to find a clan that would speak to me too. Anyways..." She limped across to the other side of the table and extended her hand out to Yukino.

"You don't have to accept this offer either, but.. Who knows when we'll meet each other again? You've become lost and want to find a way to see Vanguard? Just have fun. No it's not selfish to do so, and it isn't throwing away the darkness and just focusing on the light. To have fun is to acknowledge the good and bad side of things, and to just... put your feelings in the heat of the moment. To make it something to cherish..."  With her free hand, Neu does a facepalm, "Look what you got me saying now... man this is so cheesy!!"

I remember from when I was young that I was told what was an avatar. An avatar that you feel connection to, to the point where the card is practically you. So who is my avatar? A card that is me?...

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 28, 2015, 02:13:33 AM

"Lucky?!" Yukino screamed again, only a slight relief at the rift closing. "I'm so lucky I failed at everything I've ever wanted to do, and lost my friends as a result! Ahmes, Yunos, Alfred, Akane, Gordon, Macha, Caar, Mac Lir, Iseult, Marron, Wingal, and so many more! And you think I'm lucky?!"

The queen slapped Neu's helping hand away after crying out names of those sealed away. That flash of strength in turning her down turned back into sorrow, trembling and holding herself while continuing to wail. Deep down, she wanted to go back to the time when this was just a game - just fun. The day at Card Capital, fighting over and over with no real reason but to just better herself. The day where the Chosen Sword ceased to exist. In the end, there was no room for the wreck of a woman who couldn't fulfill her prowess. Everything crumbled apart because she was weak, and now she can't even look her own sister in the eye.

This is why she wanted a world of silence. If nobody could reach her, all would be fine. If she was dead, she couldn't disappoint or anger anyone anymore.

Ezel squeezed her shoulders, unsure of what to say, nor how to comfort her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 28, 2015, 02:29:22 AM

"What? Yeah, you had them. Man I'm not into comparing scars or anything but at least you HAD them and still have new pals now. Meanwhile, everything was taken away from me before I even had a chance to get it."

Neu pulled her hand back and rubbed it. She put it back to her side and stood tall again, looking down at the trembling figure. Vanguard started as a game for Neu, but due to her family's debts and hardships in America, combined with her skill, it quickly became life or death to her. A loss at nationals, was basically being unable to face her parents for a year. A loss at regionals, well, she actually wasted her family's money when that happened, and her parents wouldn't dare even look at her. Everything was research, all cards were put in a tier, and Neu was forced to train and use whichever deck was on top.

"Failing at everything? Yeah I understand. I was just a kid in elementary school when I was thrown into competitive Vanguard where if I won my family could eat, and if not? Well... I don't wanna remember. So what? They expected me to win nationals at such a young age and I was given trash if I failed. I had no choice. I wish I knew earlier to just enjoy myself and not give a damn about what other said man oh mannn." 

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on August 28, 2015, 02:38:48 AM

"And here you are, having taken everything away from me after I had it! How can you expect me to listen to you when you're part of the reason... even shoving my old friends in my face, knowing I can't have them back?!"

Of course, Neu found a solution for her own dilemma: Not giving a damn. The problem was Yukino gave a damn, and can't bring herself to not give one. She was raised to bring everyone up - the Espoirs specifically. Raised to help Cray, to help Hana, to help people who followed. If the woman wasn't doing a good job, it'd dig into her psyche like a disease.

"Stay... away... All you've done... is make me feel worse than thought possible..."

Yugure forced herself onto her feet, still shaking, and beginning to depart from the slums as if limping away.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on August 28, 2015, 03:03:56 AM

"Man..." Neu tapped her right foot on the dusty ground.

"I shoved them in your face to show you that they're still around and kicking, waiting for you. So that you could remember how it was to have fun, and really, I saw it. Just a little, but I saw it. I wanted them to inspire you to find your answer of what Vanguard really is. I don't give a damn what you would've found at that point cause if it was something bad then I'd beat it out of your head and we would rinse and repeat til you got it right.... Just looking into someone's eyes and seeing them lost and weak just makes me feel like a failure myself..." She remained silent, the rift opened up behind her.

I thought that I could give up a few sacrifices to make the majority happy.... but to actually see how they are...
I can't take it... I just cant!

Neu stepped back into the rift.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on August 28, 2015, 03:46:07 AM

Just like that, Neo saw Neu disappear with his own 2 eyes.

"What in the world?.." Neo said to himself.

Neo didnt question it, it would only bring up more questions.

Neo then walked out the slums and thought about his next move.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Grimm on September 01, 2015, 09:58:52 PM

Noah had spent an unhealthy amount of time fighting at the slums. Defeating thug after thug in cardfights, he eventually got into some fist fights, which he was able to win by using his light weight body to strike swiftly and dodge most of their oncoming punches. By the time the sun came up Noah had defeated an incredible number of fighters and his hoodie was tattered. Filled with a new found resolve, Noah left the slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 12, 2015, 08:27:10 PM

"Get, Critical trigger all effects to my vanguard. Three critical and it breaks through, Now suffer!"

Cosmo Lord then aimed its gauntlets at the red dragon as it fired bright bullets which exploded on impact on the dragon's army. Wailing in its own misery, at its own weakness. Hikaru's opponent was already sweating bullets as his hand was shaking. He could of sworn that Hikaru's eyes were glowing in the dark area. He slowly reached out for his deck hoping his deck would grace him with three heals....There was no hope for him, especially at five damage.

"Damage..check...Heal!, I got a heal....hahahaha. Recovering one" Hikaru just looked at him with his intimidating eyes as his opponent slowly descent to madness. He knows his opponent used up two of his heals already. He won't get another.

"Second check...nothing...No I can't possibly lose. I'm the strongest." Slumping down  onto the floor as he broke out into laughter as he descent down into madness. Disturbing laughter filled the air as Hikaru unfazed by his opponent's broken laughter walks over to the wall and grabs a sign with a red serpent mark, tearing it away from the wall.

"From now on the Scarlet Serpents of block F are now under the Dark Vigilantes! If you wish, you may leave your decks here and live an honest life or stay here and bring order to the slums so they may have honest lives." No one seemed to object to that, gladly accepting the offer. The growing factions had started to get out of hand and Hikaru set out to neutralize it. Truthfully Hikaru would of handled it months ago but there were more pressing matters to attend to. While the use of shock gloves and weaponry in the slums were normal. Some factions began to use the shock gloves to rob innocents of their labor and attacking them at night. In short, it was a gang war he is taking part and now...

He was raising an army.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 13, 2015, 02:47:19 AM

This was the fastest way to the Himura residence, strangely enough. She had just returned from Mi-hime's home to leave a few things for her parents. Isabella remembered when she first step place here, fearing a certain amount of fear. The stench of this place had given her such anxiety. It was also during that time that she had fought Jellal, a fight that she struggled through. Memories came back to her. It was because of Vanguard that even this place had become something memorable to her. She was no longer afraid of this area, and even those who resided her knew her anyways so she had nothing to worry about. The princess walked through as she would a regular neighborhood. There news of infighting happening within this area. There wasn't much that she could do about it other than let the fighters here handle it themselves. Isabella continued on her way.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 13, 2015, 02:59:57 AM

Hikaru surveyed the area for any remaining Scarlet Serpent members lying around and to see if any members of other factions were snooping around in his territory. He then spotted a girl with dark blue hair. Alarmed he raced down to her.

"You, who are you!?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 13, 2015, 04:07:09 AM

The sudden alarm suddenly caused her to take out her Vanguard deck, well not like it would defend her, but she just got so used to it. Looking at the individual again, she was able recognize him. Its been a year, but he was the King of the Underground who challenged her sister.... and kind of shoved her aside at that time. She understood that much.

But...

"I'm Isabella Hope," she smiled and waved at him, "Nice to meet you!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 13, 2015, 04:35:03 AM

"Isabella..Hope?..Wait Hana?" Having not seen her since the concert at New York he was surprised to say the least. He was busy dealing with the turf war in the slums so he hasn't really checked on any thing else. Due to the intensity of the war he hasn't been at home for a few days.

"What are you doing here, don't you know about the war going around here."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 13, 2015, 04:42:15 AM

"Right, Hana, not that many people call me that now outside of my close friends. Also no need to worry about me, I can protect myself pretty well, thank you very much."

She started to wonder what the war was about though, it seemed like it would cause trouble in the Vanguard world, at least maybe in a small scale. Even so, she still wanted to help out. "Turf war?" She tilted her head as she asked, walking past the King towards a fight table. Isabella spread her cards across the table and scanned around for a certain card. One of her eyes shifted into a starry pattern as she transported an image to Cray, beginning to relay information of the events happening within the slums so that she cold get some advice on how to go about the situation as she learned more about it.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 13, 2015, 05:09:11 AM

"If you want to know then. it was planned since I've went to participate in the circuit. Since I didn't leave anyone in charge I evidently caused a power vacuum in my area. The other factions took advantage of this and began to attack the area we live in." He signed as he rubbed his blue tint raven hair.

"When I returned, the slums were in a bad state and was told of what has happened. They attacked the card shops around the area demanding both cards and money by the use of the shock gloves and other methods. So that's what i've been doing in the past year, doing my best to neutralize the threats as much as possible."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 13, 2015, 05:24:26 AM

"I see," Isabella felt glad. The matter was serious, but it looked like the King was putting in good work and doing what seems to be part of his job as well. Some of the Bermuda Triangle made sure to take note of the information given as Isabella still had a tendency to forget things. She had to make her way home as it was getting late now, but she did wish to help.

"Hey, how about we do a quick fight before I head off?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 13, 2015, 05:31:39 AM

"Alright, I need a good warm up before I go off against the bluebloods." He then grabs his deck and places the starter.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 13, 2015, 06:02:23 AM

After the fight, Isabella put her deck back in her box. The Pr<3ism idols were students and successors of the past idorus, Pacifica's kouhais so to speak. She had been practicing alongside them for the past year. The origins of the actual cards were still unknown, but the appearance of the deck had something to do with her dog, Pr<3ism Promise who was of the Labrador breed.

The King of the Underground really was doing a good job. His Vanguard seemed to be of a good nature, at the very least in its plain view. Isabella found it to be an accomplishment to have been victorious, much less have even gotten to fight him seeing as how it was only yea ago that he had his sights set on Yukinee and Hana was someone who was simply off to the side despite being the first to have met him over at the Card Capital opening tournament. Hopefully now, Isabella who is less fragile is able to protect herself and stand proudly. She sort of wanted to convey that in the fight.

"I have to go, but I hope that you let me help out around here." She offered, more or less giving the Underground King no choice rather, as she began to walk off.

Affinity:
Hikaru Nagisaki -- Australia-kun: +3

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 13, 2015, 07:05:49 AM

After the fight, Hope left without a trace as if she was never here. Hikaru was dissapointed in his display of skills in this fight but he figured it was from all the constant fighting that the exhaustion was getting to him. Hope's offer was a bit tempting but he swore he won't get any outside help. Even if he knew that she could take care of her self, Yukino would probably skin him alive if she found out she was hurt.

"Stay...safe, Hope."

Hope:+2AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on September 15, 2015, 06:51:43 PM

"Hes too strong..."

Those were the words of each fighter that Neo fought in the slums that morning. Ever since seeing his friends for the first time in a year, Neo felt alone. He felt all the pain of what had happened back in New York. So he decided to vent his frustrations out on the people of the slums. Neo didn't care how many people were at the slums, He was going to fight them all and beat them all and thats what he did. With his new Eradicators, Neo sent the fighters of the slums into fear. Especially with his new Eradicator Gauntlet Buster Dragon card, which was so deadly.

"And Yet I still feel the pain.." Neo said after beating every fighter.

Neo just stood there and stared at all the fighters on the floor. He was in pain, but he didnt want to show it to his friends anymore. He would just let his cards speak for him.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 15, 2015, 07:12:53 PM

"I'd take it that your enjoying your time at the underground Neo?" Hikaru approached his opponent at the circuit.

"Try not to beat them to badly, we have a turf war going on."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on September 15, 2015, 08:47:56 PM

"Dont worry, I wont" Neo said putting his deck away.

"Its been awhile Hikaru, how are you?" Neo asked

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 15, 2015, 08:56:26 PM

"i've...been good." Quietly spoke the king of the underground still sad over Cosmo lord's disappearance. 

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on September 15, 2015, 09:41:14 PM

"Thats good" Neo replied as he defeated yet another fighter.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 15, 2015, 09:44:05 PM

Needing to take his mind off Cosmo Lord Hikaru takes out his deck from his pocket and approaching Neo.

"Since you like to fight my underlings, how about we fight."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: NeoBuster on September 16, 2015, 11:42:39 AM

"No thanks. Not right now" Neo said while checking his phone.

"I have other matters to take care of at this time" Neo said

Neo then started making his way out of the slums

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Skyzlimitz on September 16, 2015, 07:25:12 PM

Today was a good day! Sky had gotten the day off so he wasn't going to the park, instead he had heard about an area with lots of strong fighters called the Underground Slums. Just thinking about all the strong fighters he could meet there made his heart soar. As soon as he arrived he challenged the first person he made eye contact with after defeating them he felt a little sad the person did not have the strength or passion Sky was looking for "Please tell me there are some stronger people around here!" he yelled at anyone within earshot.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 16, 2015, 08:04:46 PM

"Its time we fight Dimension Police...." He muttered as he walked over to the motion figure system and placed his starting vanguard onto the desk.

"You wanted a fight, then show me your strength."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Skyzlimitz on September 16, 2015, 09:11:40 PM

A mysterious figure approached Sky and challenged him. Sky smiled thinking he finally found a challenge. He puled out his blue deck box and said "Alright let's fight!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 16, 2015, 09:59:29 PM

"I'll let my deck judge my fate! Damage check....Draw trigger all to my vanguard." Trigger had shined in a dimmed reddish light as the glow faded

"What's been happening to me lately..." As the last damage had swayed onto the damage zone, Army Penguin had decided to show up at the last moment of the fight.

"Good game my friend!" Said by the mysterious opponent. I'm not your friend. When he saw Nova and Mont Blaukluger he was shocked and it brought back to why he was playing Dimension Police again.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Skyzlimitz on September 16, 2015, 10:05:35 PM

Sky could tell something was off during there fight it had been the same in quite a few of the fights he had recently the player seemed skilled but it was like a card was missing. Like the deck they were using wasn't truly complete or truly theirs. Sky thought that by acting normal or happy with his opponents after a match this might give him a clue as to why he felt this but so far it hadn't worked.

So Sky decided to ask. "While you do seem strong, during our fight something felt off..... Is that your true deck?" Sky asked being serious for once.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 16, 2015, 10:26:04 PM

"It used to be my true deck. Last year had changed that." Hikaru doesn't even know why he's opening up to a stranger.

"My deck was taken from me a few nights back when I blacked out. I woke up to find them missing, thats why i'm using an old power of mine."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Skyzlimitz on September 16, 2015, 10:41:35 PM

Sky sympathized with the man after hearing this. "To lose ones deck is like to lose a part of yourself, no wonder you seemed off. do you have any idea where it could be?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 16, 2015, 11:01:42 PM

Shaking his head at the stranger. "No clue."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Skyzlimitz on September 16, 2015, 11:17:44 PM

"Well I would like to fight you with your full strength so if you do find your true deck come find me after. Then we can have a truly passionate fight!" Sky said starting to pick up his deck as he did this he stared at his avatar Blaukluger and added one more thing. "I'm sure me and Blaukluger would love to face you and whoever you consider your avatar to be."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 16, 2015, 11:34:27 PM

"Yeah, we'll fight again but now I need to head somewhere." As he headed out of the entrance as he waved to the mysterious man. He then went on to the repaired Oblivion and rided off.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Skyzlimitz on September 16, 2015, 11:42:28 PM

Sky then remembered he forgot to ask his name. "Damn it! I was too caught up in fighting! Hopefully the cards will lead us to eachother so we may fight again my friend." Sky said with a smile.
Hikaru +2AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 19, 2015, 01:31:20 AM

"Zero, punish this fool and end this farce!"

Zero then leaped into the air and sliced the large mecha with the swiftness of his blade and then landed on his knees, sheathing his blade as the mecha exploded into pink motes as the area disintegrated. Returning into its pervious state and the six damage floated into his opponent's damage zone. Sparks erupted on to the woman's gloves as it began to shock her and falling onto the ground in pain. Hikaru then went over to her and grabbed her by the collar.

"Get your dirty hands off me!" She struggles to get out of Hikaru's grip but to no avail he wouldn't let go of her.

"Now since your done struggling. Which..shop...do you plan on taking..next. If you don't talk I can let my buddies here to do the rest of this interrogation" Hikaru said it in a threatening manner as he increased his grip on the girl's collar. The woman not wanting to go through with the interrogation and afraid for what they were going to do to her if she didn't talk. She yielded.

"w-We..Plan on ransacking...Card Capital in a few minutes!..please no more." Hikaru then coldly dropped her onto the ground as he motioned them to not follow the girl.

"You sure it was a good idea to let her go Hikaru?" Tomoda, one of Hikaru's top fighter in the dark vigilantes.

"Its to late to go after her, besides we don't have time for small fry. Come on lets head to card capital."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 19, 2015, 05:09:41 PM

Yugure was rather dumbfounded at the information she obtained in Umano. Searching for soldier candidates brought her back to the underground, seeing as their strength wasn't hindered by card game morality. The King of Underground would be an amazing help... except they told her he was in school. The woman questioned how people who prided themselves on a dark vanguard lost to someone still in high school, and then realized these thugs may not be the best to play a game. Then again, they would at least be more useful for actual fights, which will prove valuable enough. Some old friends greeted her, and noted that she acted strangely.

Small talk was becoming less and less her forte.

She wound up spending the day watching the ruffians brawl each other with fists mostly, wits occasionally.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 07:03:01 PM

The club was dismissed for the day after a few fights and everybody showing up for Day 1. It was definitely a nice experience, for Haruka definitely. He got to see all of his friends for once without some strange problem going on or everyone picking on Seifer for dating that one girl and his sister. Oh right, he isn't dating his sister. That was a false alarm.

Haruka went to the slums, mostly because this was the area that Hikaru lived in and where Haruka was putting his efforts into. Might as well get familiarized with the area again. Upon entering, brutal fights seemed to be happening. Again. This seemed to faze Haruka just a bit. He found actual fighting somewhat cringey, but Sera was completely undeterred from all of it. Even the ones who were seriously injured or worse.

"Well... here it is." He pocketed his hands, staring around the area for a moment before starting his trek forward.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 19, 2015, 07:22:11 PM

Isabella had gotten herself along with talking to a few of residents here. It was mostly due to the restoration project that she had started off among the local community. After the club meeting, she decided to ask Haruka-kun if he could accompany her here as she went along and checked on the area's progress. Strangely enough, there was a bunch of fist fights going on and they were getting in the way of her destination so she ended having to roundhouse kick two random nubs... on accident. More or less, they were getting to close to with their little scuffle and she was taught to do attack out of self defense when she felt an immediate danger close by. Maybe they will meet again on better terms, but until then...

There was a small shack with men in suits sitting outside. This was the last day that her bodyguards would be here to secure the turf war for Hikaru, since it was getting far too dangerous for her to send them here. She didn't want to get them too involved. They handed her a paper of data about the restoration project along with some information about the local community. It's needs, population, and all that stuff plus an estimate of the progress for the project.

It was a long way from done. She continued to scan the paper while still being cautious of her surroundings.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 07:43:25 PM

Apparently the area that used to be some rough Cardfighting here and there with a bit of cheating here and there with the occasional fist fight, has turned into an all out brawl across factions. Hikaru wasn't kidding considering how many people were simply out cold on the ground. A couple of people acknowledged Haruka's existence, but none of them particularly knew him and that was how Haruka would rather have kept it.

"So Hana, what are we here to do exactly...?" Haruka leaned against a wall of a rundown apartment building in the area. Nearby was a chain fence with holes in it, but it looked more dangerous to crawl through it than not because those wires look razor sharp. With a sigh, he looked up at the sky in order to bring down a bit of anxiety of being here. Haruka hated when people fought. Cardfighting, sure, that was usually to decide something non-violently anyways. But this was just making him uncomfortable.

Hopefully we get out of here soon... There really isn't much here anyways.

Haruka, there is more here than meets the eye. Powerful fighters are here.

Haruka was almost ready to disagree with Overlord on that, not seeing a single fighter Haruka found distinguishable from another. They all seemed like tough brutes, but a few of them looked a bit more thoughtful. Maybe some people here really were strong. But that didn't change his mind altogether.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 19, 2015, 07:54:25 PM

After scrolling through the information, she thanked the bodyguards and sent them on their way, handing them envelopes containing their paycheck as well. Initially, they offered to escort her as she made her way outside, but she assured them that she was fine by herself. She took the envelope and folded it into her purse. Looking over at Haruka-kun, he seemed very uncomfortable. Not that it was strange, the terrible situation here has escalated so much over they year, but that's the point of the project anyways.

"Well, I had to pay the bodyguards who I sent here to gather information while Hikaru was hospitalized. Its just statistical data that gives me an idea of how the restoration here is going with the current funds that we've earned." She thought about something interesting about the charts that would maybe interest Haruka-kun.

"Umm..." Well she was a bit jealous, but she told him anyways, "Drake raised twice the amount of money as me in the last event because people were betting on whether he was going to cry or not during the game. We didn't get to stay that long, but that must have been hilarious haha."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 19, 2015, 08:08:37 PM

Yugure found herself flipping one of the big guys with a couple of others who was causing a disturbance. They kept talking about some turf war that the queen decided to ask Hikaru about later.  They also spoke of a matter with Card Capital, but she stopped listening. Broken pieces of information wasn't going to get her anywhere. However, she thought that maybe she could assist... Earning a favor would be a good way to enlist their help. Voices of doubt were already rising from her Liberators, not finding any of these scoundrels useful in the long run. Shadow Paladin disagreed, mainly because they could be put in the same category.

The soldier looked toward the distance to see Haruka and Hana. While wanting to have a casual meet with them, getting their hands in this would be necessary eventually. ... Still, there was unease in heart beyond that matter. Ignoring the unsettling anxiety, she approached her boyfriend and sister.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 08:15:50 PM

I-I do not think you are catching my drift Haruka...

Haruka shrugged, attention now to Hana. She was talking about the bodyguards and some statistics. These kinds of things really make a lot of sense to him because numbers weren't exactly his thing, and all he really wanted was to get out of there. Then she said something about Drake and she had his full undivided attention.

"Really?! Hahahahaha, I bet he did." Haruka was laughing a good deal, actually brightened up by the whole ordeal. Its quite hilarious to believe that people actually bet on that, and even funnier that just that alone allowed it to double over what Hana had managed to make from her Cardfighting. Haruka was interested to hear the details-

W-Wait... Is that...Yukino.

Haruka looked past Hana for a moment to see his girlfriend, Yukino Espoir. The first time since she had disappeared a year ago. He breathed in deep, closed his eyes for a moment and smiled. He was actually, despite the twisted stuff he's found himself in, really happy to see her. Waving he called out.

"Yuuu-kiiii-nooo!" He had always called out to her that way, very syllabic because he thought it sounded cuter that way. Haruka felt a bit scummy doing it now because things were significantly different than they used to be.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 19, 2015, 08:21:42 PM

Drake is best girl, no doubt about it.

Isabella turned around once she heard Haruka-kun call out her sister's name. She didn't know whether to be excited, or annoyed, but that part of her was taken to the back of her mind along with the rest of her thoughts. As if it was a self defense mechanism, her mind went blank again, enabling her to stay calm within this situation. There was nothing mucb to say, at least at the currebt moment, so she just waved over to Yukino as she approached then.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 19, 2015, 08:42:36 PM

"Why are you two-"

The soldier shut her mouth very quickly, realizing they were all just here as companions. They didn't require any necessary business to go where they pleased. She most certainly wasn't their mother. Yugure looked off into the distance, trying to figure out what to say. Unable to get to the two of them yesterday, she thought there would be time to collect thoughts. Just like Satoshi, however, none really came to mind after awhile.

"... Hello..." was muttered. There was a bit of a pause to piece together more. "Haruka... Hana... I'm... very happy to see you both."

She kind of just wanted to run up to Haruka, tackle him down, and roll around kissing him. That imagination made her blush, and had to refrain knowing how much it had annoyed Hana last year. A fingernail was bitten down on unconsciously out of nerves.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 08:50:33 PM

Minefield. Ever heard of those? Haruka is on one right now. Except every metric square centimeter has one. And in those mines, there are ten more mines. If Haruka so much as breathes at the wrong angle a little too hard, everything goes straight to purgatory for him.

Play it cool, Haru... Play it cool.

"L-Likewise... I mean, yeah! I'm happy to see you too." Haruka put up a half-forced smile. It's not that he was lying, not at all. He was angry at her, but at the same time still felt those lingering feelings from before. The only issue here stands is that, he was still angry at her. Not only that, but he's spending his evenings with her sister...

...

HER SISTER.

This leads to the disastrous realization that any wrong moves could send him to Hades faster than Blaster Dark Revenger. Haruka was honestly unsure of how to proceed here. Talk too much to Yukino? Hana might kill. Spend too much attention on Hana? Yukino will feel neglected. There is just no realistic way for Haruka make a good decision here.

"What have you been up to, since you got home I mean?" Haruka decided to go with a simple question that even Hana probably wanted to know the answer. Haruka mostly was just interested in that... well, it was selfish, but he was in fact very jealous that on the first day she didn't come see him. That text he got was some consolation, but he still wanted her to come see him.

Which was totally unfair to her because Haruka was spending those days with Hana and doing pretty much the exact opposite of what Yukino would have wanted of him.

Haruka...

There was no consolation for him right now. He was simply trying to get through the evening on two good sides, when they were currently on polar opposites of the spectrum.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 19, 2015, 09:12:10 PM

Haruka-kun seemed nire unfomfortable thsn ever. That reall wasn't part of the plan so she gabe him a wink and thumbs uo. At least it was the easiest way to convey that he can do anything here, as long as he didn't do too much with Yukino and returned to Hana.

The coping mechanism behind her head kept her feelings seemingly genuine. She acted as she felt no guilt. She normally would, but her mind forcibly blanked it.out. Where was it born from? The absence of much of a guiding figure for the past year.

"Konichwas Yukinoo how are yoooou?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 19, 2015, 09:34:08 PM

"I'd prefer Yugure", she stated. The feeling of discomfort was still prevalent, but she continued on. "I've been... scouting? No... just getting a layout of the city, seeing how things have changed over the year." The word scouting would probably get some inquisitive looks, as would recruiting. Hana seemed fine, yet, Haruka's expression seemed off. An inquiry to give him later in private, she supposed.

"The slums seem more violent."

Thinking back on how bloodthirsty she was and still is, this land of twisted Vanguard is probably a well-suited home for her.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 09:44:43 PM

Haruka saw Hana's little signal but it took several seconds to process. The act was on. Haruka was an actor and this was part of his role to play.

Sadly this play was the equivalent of a tragedy layered with romance. Haruka was not prepared to live with the consequences of all of it. He rubbed his forehead, looking up and listening to her little comment about scouting and... recruiting. What was going on in her head?

"R-Right then. Well, I'm glad to have you back home... I-" He stopped himself there. Not of shock. He actually was completely unsure of what to say. Not because he felt awkward with Hana there either. Haruka, even if he wasn't a lying cheater. Even if. He would be responding to Yukino the same way, completely static and awkward and just.

Cold.

Haruka's disposition could almost be considered cold at this point. His face was layered with distraught and confusion. He bit his lip and sighed.

"Sorry you had to catch me under these circumstances. I'm just not feeling so great, recently." He looked up to Yukino, finally able to maintain eye contact. What he said next could be taken anyway the two wanted to take it, but they were his honest feelings.

"I've hated every moment you were gone though." His shoulders drooped a slight amount, as his expression went from confused to depressed. His posture was deteriorating by the second. Haruka was ready to just give up and lay down or something, completely unfazed now by the violence ensuing around them.

He couldn't even, right now.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 19, 2015, 09:58:57 PM

It was like it was instinct that Isabella rushed behind Haruka-kun and put her hands on his shoulders, supporting his drooping posture. Her first impulse was to hug him, maybe she will, but since it was Yukino's presence seemed to be the reason why he was acting the way he was, causing trouble with her should be avoided for now. This was for Haruka-kun's sake, Hana didn't actually care about what Yukino would think about them together really.

"Stand tall mister!" She said, continuing to support him.

As for Yukino, scouting...?

Like idol scouting?...

That did give her the idea of giving opportunities for people in this community to show off their talents outside of brawling. It would be a good uplifting spirits and bringing hope in this town. Not a bad idea, but that's probably not what Yukino was going for. Judging by how she was, it looked like some boring Chosen Sword work. Which really wasn't anything to get involved in or really be interested in.

Isabella sighed, tilting her head a little so she could Yukino since she was standing behind Haruka-kun, "So... did you find anything interesting?... Also, what have you been doing this past year?.."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 19, 2015, 10:00:28 PM

The Oblivion's engine roared through the streets of Umano as the wind kissed his face. Heading to the main area of Umano to discuss more on their plan of action against the other factions. Nearing the entrance he began to slowly stop and then got off the Oblivion and moving it inside the entrance of the slums. He saw most of his underlings fist fighting each other and others increasing their skills in cardfighting. He spotted Hana, Haruka and....Yukino? Hikaru quickly placed the Oblivion on the wall and looked at the members that were near him and gave them a threat.

Hikaru then walked over to the trio as he dodged some attacks from the others.

"So its seems you returned Yukino? Or is it still Yugure."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 19, 2015, 10:17:01 PM

"Yugure", the woman answered the king's arrival. This would be good, as there would be no need to hunt him down after this. Hearing Haruka say what he did last made her happy - it sounded like he missed her. In mind, it was translated as having held onto their feelings for one another. There would be necessary rekindling to be made, but as long as the place in his heart was still welcoming her, she'd take anything. She also noted that Hana attempted to help Haruka get himself together, which she was thankful for.

"I haven't found too much to work with yet", she answered Hana. "For the past year, I've been training in the mountains. ... You two seem closer than you were last year... Haruka, I hope you've been taking care of her in my absence."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 10:39:56 PM

Yukino really didn't want to be called Yukino anymore. That actually kind of hit Haruka a bit in heart, considering he still genuinely wanted to call her by the name he had always called her by. The one he said when he confessed it all-

She at least seemed to be a bit happier about Haruka's comment. Maybe things could be salvaged even after a year. He was honestly unsure of his true feelings other than he was honestly still in love with the girl in front of him. Maybe it wasn't too late... But he had to go through with what he started.

The feeling of Hana's hands on his shoulders kept him standing up, but more importantly, he instinctively wanted to sink about so her arms would wrap around him. It wasn't that easy considering Haruka is actually a bit taller than her so it would result in them falling over. Which is partly why he didn't. A lot of thoughts were rushing around his head. Yukino's voice broke the trance though. He really was tired.

"Hmm... Taking care of her?" Haruka's eyes opened a bit more. Life sprang forth again.

"Y-Yeah. You could say that." Haruka was doing exactly that, by his own definition. A majority of the reason he was responding to Hana's feelings... the reason he was spending his time and all of these emotions with her, was to satisfy their mutual need for care. Comfort. Compassion. That was what he had been telling himself all this time, and nothing had really changed. Just because Yukino was back, didn't mean that Haruka was suddenly cared for again. In fact she had yet to lay a hand on him. No hugs, no kisses, not even a grasp for his hand.

She's changed, definitely. Maybe for the worse, maybe for the better, but Haruka couldn't tell and was a bit too blind by the girl currently holding him on his own two feet anymore. Literally and figuratively.

Hikaru's arrival did break some tension. Despite his title, Hikaru was actually someone Haruka found he could confide in. This was probably do to the major fact that Hikaru was mostly a stranger to him for now... and it's easier to confess your sins, your weaknesses, to those who won't judge you. Haruka smiled at his arrival.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 19, 2015, 11:07:04 PM

"Training in the mountains?..." She wondered.

Certainly it was a good answer. It sounded like classic Yukino, doing something really weird like that. The purpose can wait, the idol's mind was split into two.

Hana felt frustrated at the fact. Yukino and she promised a new start to their relationship and a rebuilding of their sisterhood,but what ended up happening was that Hana was left alone for a year. It wasn't just any year, it was the beginning of her entire career as an idol. Of course, she had her parents as well as manager-san and all the body guards and friends, but she needed Yukino during her rise to fame. She was lost as she traveled the world and gained more and more popularity, getting known more as Isabella rather than Hana and eventually losing herself to the crowd. With this, she found herself with a growing desire to mature far too quickly and without the guidance of her sister. Yukino was given forgiveness, and she did nothing with the face but disappear when she was needed most.

Isabella on the other hand found it laughable. She didn't have much raw thoughts, but she did have words. "Well, you spend your time in the mountains to get stronger? Alright how about a Cardfight?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 19, 2015, 11:26:41 PM

"Going to the mountains to train isn't exactly a favorable choice", Yugure sweat some. She was tempted to tell them why she ended up in Mount Fuji, but they probably didn't care. There was a tinge of relief in knowing her sister was taken care of by her boyfriend and others around, along with being glad they were getting along. Perhaps he won over enough favor from Dad Espoir to not kill him too... The notion to Cardfight arose. Though, she wasn't really intending on casual games upon her return, and wanted to just focus on talking with them. Yet, if it's what Hana wanted, she supposed just doing it to make her happy would be satisfactory.

The soldier reached for her Liberator deck case, and requested a table be cleared.

"Sure."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 19, 2015, 11:50:21 PM

Haruka stayed quiet that entire fight. Not just because he was particularly worried about breaking their concentration or anything, but he just didn't know who to cheer for. He wished both of them luck like he would've anyone else, but he couldn't honestly bring himself to cheer for anybody. Being torn right down the middle.

"Good fight, guys." Haruka breathed a sigh of relief, scratching the back of his head. He stepped back, taking a look around the area. It felt desolate around mostly, a lot of the violence earlier had settled down for the evening. I guess not everyone can go fighting all day. There were the occasional brawlers and thugs here and there, but none of them really got to Haruka anymore.

He sort of just stared at Yukino, then Hana, then at the sky in sort of miniature prayer. Haruka actually didn't even really pay attention to see who won. He was too busy worrying. Typical Haru.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 20, 2015, 12:02:27 AM

She saw the Liberator deck with Tsubasa earlier on today. It was mostly similar with exception of Holy Shine Dragon which she was a unit which she had never seen before. Yukino was fighting with her old friends again, in the form of the new group assembled by the King himself, Liberators. Isabella had her old friends by her side now as well, though they were different, yet from the same batch. The Duos still felt so distant. The only one that came close to her was Reit who seem to have been watching her with those eyes. Certainly, Reit would defeat Pacifica in a staring contest at this rate.

"Hana... Hana..." Reit was being repetitive as always, either just watching or no saying much. A few greetings, here and there is all she usually ever had to say. She was in the same situation a year ago against Neu Edelweiss where none of the Bermuda Triangle units would speak to her, but Reit's voice was the one that was keeping her from breaking. Just a few words, heck, Reit even sounded like a broken record, She just repeated the same phrases over and over, as if she struggled to say them, but she was forcing them out... she wanted to say them... for Hana's sake... to support her just like-

"Naisu faito." Isabella declared, breaking through her continuing train of thought. It was just that she expected her sister to spent the time in which she was gone improving that during her world tour, she took every opportunity to get better. Not only training in a single mountain, but on many mountains and hills, plains, and valleys. Across the countries, she's not only played with Bermuda Triangle, but she's played for and against every clan along with many of their current masters all over the world. Isabella's persona was formed fully on independence, Hana's was on dependence. One was Black, the other was White.

Both of them mixed together developed an inferiority complex where surpassing Yukino was the mission, to get strong no matter what. Was it for her own sake? At the moment, it seems to be.

She looked towards Haruka-kun, he wasn't too glad or anything, but she did wish both of them luck. He was impartial, but she didn't mind, though she did wish that he was totally on her side. Isabella couldn't blame him, she just had to understand him fully. She went up to him and flicked his head with her index finger. "Feeeeel Betttteeerrr!" She chanted repeatedly. "Magic spell for feeling better! Thought I do change it constantly. Also I kind of make them up constantly. But feel better."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 12:22:07 AM

Yugure's bad luck didn't seem to go away with a year's passing time, but she was mostly disinterested in the normality of the fight. Still, Hana seemed to be just fine, even a bit cheery with helping Haruka. The Liberator deck floated back in place, and several apologies from the golden warriors were made. She simply reassured them that it was simple sparring and watching the performance of Bermuda Triangle, nothing they should all be upset over. Marron seemed the most upset, and Ahmes took his time trying to get the little sage to stop babbling like a baby.

They should be thankful Yunos isn't here to smack him silly instead.

The queen turned her attention back to Haruka, and spoke: "Yes, do feel better. I want you to be happy."

Should she offer to do something for him? What would he want? If he was expecting a gift, she'd consider buying him one tomorrow. Though, if it was physical contact, she'd prefer saving that for another time when nobody else is around.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 20, 2015, 12:31:20 AM

They sort of happened at the same time. Hana had flicked him on the forehead as a way of kicking him into gear for a moment. But what happened nearly simultaneously was a sudden splitting ache in the back of his head. He nearly dropped at just the impact of it. It's not like the flick did it, but he must be having a migraine at the same time.

"A-Ah.. yeah, yeah, I'm sorry guys." He shook his head like a dog kind of, half-waking up, half-trying to get rid of the sudden headache. He smiled for them, or at least his excuse for a smile. It was one of those smiles you gave when someone wants to take your picture but you just really don't want them to take your picture so you give a crappy little smile. It was that sort of smile.

He rubbed the back of his neck, looking at the two girls.

Guilty. Haruka was so so so so so guilty right now but he just couldn't come to fess up. He couldn't even really look at them all too hard before he instinctively blurred out his vision.

"I need to get some rest or something, uh... Text me or something later if you need me." He looked up nonchalantly, one more smile for the road and wave to seal the deal. He turned his on heels rubbing his head, moving his jaw around to try and set everything back up right, but nothing was working. Pain relievers and a bit of sleep would fix everything. He needed someone to talk to, some way to explain the situation. All the emotions in him would come pouring out to the next person he saw at this rate.

"2morrow, wanna meet up? got some stuff i wanna get off my chest -haru"

He sent a message out to, well... the person he least expected to ever send that to.

Akama Shiki.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 12:39:54 AM

The fight was spectacular on both sides of the fight. The fight was now over and then Hikaru then decided to get to business.

"Alright since were all here, we need to discuss some things." Grabbing a list from his pocket he led it down on the table where Hana and Yugure had their fight. "This here is the list of the factions that have been taken down and what factions are left."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 20, 2015, 12:47:03 AM

It seems that the Underground King had something to say.

She stil had a piece of string tugging on her hear, and her mind began drifting back to Reit. It was so familiar, that voice. Isabella decided to think about this later, for now it was time to focus on the situation at hand.

"I see... The factions that are left, what do you suppose that we do to take them down?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 12:57:47 AM

"At the moment, the 4 remaining factions are in a alliance so its best to take them down one at the time. We have one of the Blueblood commanders here and he hasn't spilled anything yet. That guy is a tough cookie." As he rubs his chin with his index finger. He thought about releasing the Blueblood commander so he can unknowingly lead them to the stronghold of the bluebloods. His first option of their base was at cardshop Handsome, but he thought that they'll be that stupid.

"At most we just need to track their bases and hopefully get most of them arrested for their crimes. After that it'll just be clean up on capturing any other faction members as you can see on the least on who is missing." 

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 01:05:12 AM

"What is this about?" Yugure inquired, seeing the Underground King was fighting a war of his own with Hana's assistance. This could be the gateway in getting a favor from him to join her in another upcoming battle, along with the rest of the slums' dogs.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 20, 2015, 01:14:12 AM

The four factions needed to be cleared in order to get the restoration project under way. Isabella thought to herself how they could be located. Sending in more of her guards to try and find information would be hypcritical since she just ordered them to move out today. The best way to aplproach this would be with herself. She looked at the list, her eyes beginning to glimmer with stars.

She projected a view of the entire town for herself, mapping out all the nooks and crannies of Umano. She took note of the corners and possible areas which they could be hiding. That enough was able to give her information on possible bases. There was one in particular that she decided that she would take on herself just to get the trouble out of Hikaru's hands. She decided that she would spend her time tomorrow exploring these areas. Her powers would let her see more if she used it tomorrow morning as well, using sunlight.

"I think I found them. We would have to check around a few areas which are either hit or miss, but yup." She gave him a thumbs up. "Trust me on it!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 01:16:09 AM

"Right forgot you didn't know. A year ago when I left to participate in the circuit I had unknowingly caused a power vacuum in the slums of the Umano sector. The other factions took notice and took advantage of my disappearance and attacked the Umano sector. It was only when I came back that we were able to strike back." Looking at the both of them he began to elaborate more.

"There are at least 11 underground factions at a time around this area. We are each given a different title with Underground in it. Anyway they attack cardshops in order amass a sum and advantage in this war. I'm sure you may have heard the recent incident at Card Capital."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 01:21:38 AM

"I heard your men talking about it, but no real details", Yugure responded while taking in information of the underground turf war. The Circuit didn't last long due to being cut short by Neu, but nobody here in Japan knew to expect that. It makes sense that rivals would take advantage of a prominent figure's absence. A sort of cowardly tactic, but one that did damage nevertheless. While she needed that favor, part of her duty as a soldier was to deal with cretins who disturb the peace. Thugs assaulting innocent card shops had to be dealt with.

"Do you mind if I assist?"

Fighting with cards or fighting with a sword, she'd give him a warrior who can do either.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 01:31:19 AM

Looking at Yugure's unique eyes, he could see the brilliant determination inside of them.

"We need all the help we can get. Welcome to the Dark Vigilantes as a temporary member. And Hana thank you. We'll start looking at those destinations tomorrow."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 20, 2015, 02:00:02 AM

"Well, good luck."

Hana thought of maybe catching up with her sister, but with the way that she was, it didn't look like she was welcome to it. Inviting her feels like something that would just get instantly rejected right now. Really, the question is as to why she just had to up and disappear for a year... like it mattered. Hana's thought went along like this.

This is so annoying
Yukino said she would start acting like a sister
then shes just like this and gone
for a whole year like wow
a whole
year
gone
seriously why do I have to keep
suffering through her coming in and out of my life
not to mention forever living her shadow
why do I even forgive this person
saves everyone apparenty
but im just here kind of like. lost.
disliked being chosen sword
doesnt attempt to even get close to me
i have to do everything right
cause shes pushy on everything BUT being a good sister
alright goodbye

Hana sighed, "Hey Yukino want to--.." at first se was going to invite her out of havit, like she would invite her to go ahead play back when they were kids, but this Yukino just seemd like a brick wall. Staying around here was just a downer. She thought about heading back to her penthouse, but decided to stick around a little more to see if there was anything else important regarding the situation in Umano.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 02:03:48 AM

"Dark Vigilantes... Understood, I won't let you down", Yugure saluted her temporary commander. Mentally, she requested the Liberators go back to constructing plans for the future. Another squad would be used for any cardfights if necessary for the time being until the next rotation. Before asking her leading officer on what she could do, she turned to the princess that called out to her.

"Yes?" She asked, wanting to hear the end of that sentence.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 20, 2015, 02:19:48 AM

Thos thoughts just kept returning to her head and she just stood there.

"...nothing." She answered.

A whole year, added with some months, or maybe hust whole time she's been alive. Its just stayed the same.

Hana turned away and started walking out the slums, she texted a driver to meet her and pick her up halfway. Thinking of Yukino just made her feel all sorts of things now, feeligs that her coping mechanism had been trying to keep from her, but now they were let loose. There was that time last year where she began to open herself up again to her sister just to be left to herself, there were times where she was pushed away by her despite her efforts, times where he had to give up her spotlight for her despite how much she desired it, and times where she just wanted a good sister to comfort her but instead she got-

something else. Whatever the hell it was.

As she slowly walked away she just cried. She just had to let it out. It was just uncontrollable and couldn't stop it. She hasn't cried this much since she was bullied by kids in preschool, or hurt herself while playing tag in the manor. It just hurt a lot, strange how she hadn't realized it til now. Isabella was good at hiding it.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 02:38:46 AM

Yugure watched her younger sister leave, feeling the urge to speak, but not coming up with any words. Maybe the woman had really plummeted when it came to human interaction. Still, she made another mental note to put time aside to talk to Hana at some point. After spending a long number of minutes in silence, standing in place, she went over to Hikaru.

"Orders?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 02:41:13 AM

"Not at the moment, but since were alone now. Tell me what are you really here for? You wouldn't just come here with no reason."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 02:56:14 AM

"I'll be frank, we're going to be in peril soon. I need an army - a massive amount of manpower to band together if we want to survive", Yugure didn't hesitate to tell the truth. Hopefully, the hidden praise for the Umano Slums was discovered in her asking them for help. This place homed what was defined as scumbags to the masses. People who stooped low into cheating, electronic torture... just barbaric means of playing the game. However, these people grew thick skin, they nurtured their own personal Vanguard, and show great amounts of underworld skill that shelter potential.

"It would be asking you to risk your lives. I couldn't request such a thing if I don't do the same for you, at the very least."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 03:08:48 AM

The world's going to be in danger again? He thought the five champions had manage to take out the threat along with the rest of Humanity. He needed to ask.

"Just what are we facing..."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 03:13:10 AM

"I... can't give you all the details... But it's something beyond comprehension - otherworldly."

That was the best way to describe it without saying what it is exactly, she thought.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 20, 2015, 03:19:39 AM

"Alright if that's all you can give me, then I won't tell anyone about this threat." Obviously still shocked over the thought of a new threat coming to earth. He also suspects it might be cray related. He thought about the current level of the vigilantes, while they may be good they still have a long way to go. He believes that there's no more time. Its time to step up the training.

"With this new threat coming I have an order no, a favor to ask. I need you to help train the fighters here in order to combat this new force properly."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 20, 2015, 03:25:19 AM

"Thank you, and gladly", she expressed her gratitude and accepted his request. As stated earlier, doing them favors in turn for them risking their lives was the least she could do. Along with Tsubasa, having Hikaru and his entire crew gave her a feeling of relief. There was some headway and leverage being made, so they wouldn't be a broken, confused mess when the threat actually arrived.

That said, the woman was a bit lost on how to train people. She became more soldier than cardfighter, so this may prove difficult. Yunos suggested letting him whip people into shape, and knowing the swordsman of darkness, he'd match the brutality of the underground. Fine, he could have his fun.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 21, 2015, 12:06:58 AM

Eyelids slowly opened as he laid down on a single mat inside his bunker at the umano slums. Last night he and Yugure had put the slum fighters into work in preparation for the incoming invasion that is meant to happen. All we have to do is survive. He felt something in his hand.

"It's..it can't be" His eyes widen from shock. Bluish motes began to circle around him and converged to form Cosmo Lord.

"I Have Returned!" Electricity sparked from his helmet as he appeared. A small tear trailed down on Hikaru's face as he couldn't believe what he is seeing and hearing. Crying wasn't his thing as he wiped the incoming tears from his face. He...came back.

"We are together once again, my vanguard." Hikaru then nodded to his avatar..no family as he finally returned. Making this bond wasn't a mistake, it was fate. But for some reason Hikaru didn't feel right, rather a feeling of guilt rosed from the etches of his heart and mind.

"I can't fight with you Cosmo, I didn't get you back with my own strength. I Feel unworthy to be your vanguard." Looking at the side and not looking at Cosmo Lord.

"If it is so..until the day you feel worthy of using me again. I will stand by you to the end." Cosmo Lord evaporates into blue motes and returns to the deck.

"When that day comes, i'll be waiting my friend."

Cosmo Lord: +10AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 21, 2015, 07:28:15 PM

In Block B, Sector II of Umano, along one of the corner stores that no one would suspect, was an empty warehouse which was formerly a card shop. It was a construction of a large proportion, telling the stories of the numerous fights that were once here, and the lives of those who had spent their days having fun and playing Vanguard before the fall of this once great town into its current state many years ago. It was the base of one of the four remaining factions now, with members often scurrying in and out in a manner that would normally make them hard to see, that is, unless one were to look at the building from above. They were like rats, moving along the shadows of the town and meeting up here.

Isabella ran through the the town and straight into the abandoned card shop, her school uniform and bright complexion attracting the attention of multiple thugs as she passed. It was as if she was from a completely different world form them, completely out of place in this town which was now in a sorry state. Water leaked from the pipelines that ran along the walls, and a foul stench was about. The tables were dusty, and chairs were overturned. The counter looked as if it had been used a scratching post and the machine that was once the cash register was in bits and pieces along the ground. The glass windows where shattered, and there were torn Vanguard cards along the ground, some drifting along the puddles of water that had from the pipeline leaks.

"Who's there?!" The figures that stood within the area turned their heads, quickly made aware of the girl who stuck out like a glowing candle in the darkness.
"A girl?" One of them laughed.
"Hey, isn't she that idol?" Another commented, "How cute.."
"Right, you guys are from the four remaining factions? I'm going to politely ask you guys to concede and return to Hikaru Nagisaki's side, bringing an end to the split of the Cardfighting forces here!" Isabella announced confidently.
"We aren't intimidated by you. This is just golden!" A roaring laughter rang across the room.

Isabella didn't frown much, it wasn't very idol-like to do so, but she did here as a few charged at her, obviously looking for a fight with the fist rather than one with the cards. One committed to a right hook, so when Isabella backed he was already on his way to the ground, falling on his own. She replied to his move with a spinning heel kick, the force of it colliding the poor man's face as he fell towards the direction of the strike. The next went for a jab which with a quick parry was changed in trajectory. Isabella led with her shoulder and got close, hitting him with a knee to the stomach and then grabbing his head to finish with a jumping knee ride to jaw, knocking him out instantly. The third tried to go kick, but Isabella struck the assailant in the leg with a low roundhouse, causing him to lose balance and fall instantly. Onlookers became silent.

"So... we're going to settle this with Vangaado?... Hai hai, let's do that minna."
Her deck was released from her purse and series of fights began.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 21, 2015, 07:36:58 PM

Tsubasa raced to the cardshop along with Hana and Seifer, they were greeted by a rather unwelcoming group of people, most likely the gang members that Hana was talking about. The men charged at the three attempting at a fist fight, but Tsubasa was able to easily sidestep away from their attacks as he tripped them with his foot, following with kicks and punches to the face or stomach of any of the thugs who approached him, sending them flying to the walls of the worn-out shop.

"..I'm afraid such pathetic moves won't do much against us,....you guys might actually have a chance if we settled things with Vanguard rather than with our fists." he said, taking out his deck.

Most of them took this chance to fight him, allowing Tsubasa to recall the last time he had to fend off so many people with Vanguard within this underground area, nevertheless his deck was ready as several fights ensued.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cipher Izanagi on September 21, 2015, 07:44:17 PM

When Seifer followed along he didn't realize just what he was getting into. And when they were attacked, well, he reacted on instinct. The first person who attacked him was grabbed by the wrist and tossed into a nearby wall, getting knocked out. The other ones that were attacking him just kind of stopped, since the nearest wall was a good fifteen feet away from where Seifer was standing. That and his glare with what seemed to be crimson eyes. Why did he agree to this? He didn't know but pulled out the deck from the red deck case to settle the rest of it with vanguard fights.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 21, 2015, 08:03:07 PM

"And... BANZAI!." She poked that last faction member's head, causing him to quickly tumble over.

With the three of their efforts, all the members within the store were huddled together now, their heads bowed down in defeat. Those who had insisted on a fight earlier were sitting or leaning on a wall, treating their injured areas. They weren't laughing anymore, they were dead silent now, the sound of the water drops from the damaged pipelines making a much stronger sound than them. They all looked in disbelief as three fighters took them down.

"I-It can't be!" One yelled the cliche line.

Isabella walked along to the shop counter and placed her deck back in her bag, trying to keep her wrists from touching the sides of edges of her purse while her hand was inside. There were slight burns along her wrists due to the electronic bracelets that some of the fights required. It looks like she had to contact her doctors and dermatologists to get this patched up.

Manager-san is going to kill me...

When she reached the counter, Isabella kept the aura of intimidation about her, something that she formerly was unable to do with her small frame. The few inches that she grew over the year at least let people take her more seriously now. It was time to make her announcement, report a mission accomplished and head out.

"The Underground Faction residing within U.M.S Block B, Section II is now back under the control of the Underground King, Hikaru Nagisaki. You are all to report to him as well as the local Umano governing body, turning yourselves in for your violent crimes within this turf war." She pressed a button on her phone and her large men and women in suits entered the room to secure those whom have been defeated and keep them from taking any further resistant actions. "I'll leave this to you guys."

Isabella walked back outside and called for driver to pick them along the outskirts of the town, near the highway leading back to Hoshiko.

Isabella gave her two companions a thumbs up and a smile, finally able to let down her mask of stone and unmoved expression.
"Thanks guys, lets head over to the Shopping District so we can relax. Everything will be my treat."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 21, 2015, 08:15:19 PM

The shocking gloves were nothing difficult for Tsubasa to handle they could not come into comparison with true pain to the body in his opinion, as he remained unfazed during the fights.

"Heh bet you can't bear the pain, aye tough guy." said the thug, with a confident attitude.

"Hardly.." replied Tsubasa, instantly with a strong gaze in his eyes. "..Pathetic..LIMIT BREAK!" he yelled, as he sent his opponent's damage zone skyrocketing to the 6th card. One by one they came, and one by one they fell if not faster.

With the situation dealt with and Hana, making her little announcement, Tsubasa took this chance to consider the situation. "Hikaru..there's that name again...now I understand.." he thought, as he made his way out of the shop eyeing his friends making sure that they were not injured.

"Sure thing Hana,...just don't push yourself Ms.Idol, and Seifer, glad to see your flames back again even more powerful than before" he said, noticing the marks on Hana's hand and acknowledging Seifer's strength.

"..I wonder if i'll get to meet this Hikaru person.." he thought.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cipher Izanagi on September 21, 2015, 08:18:48 PM

Most of Seifer's fights were pretty much one sided, with Seifer having regained the ability to use Overlord, as well as the new break ride Overlord. All of his fights were won on the break ride turn, restanding The End multiple times. Most of his opponents after the first were afraid to even put on the gloves but they did so out of peer pressure. At the end of it all he was still standing tall, rubbing his wrists as his eyes shifted from crimson to blue again. Looking over at Tsubasa and Hana get gave a thumbs up, quietly walking over. He really couldn't tell Rosalia about this. She'd most definitely freak out on him but what is done is done.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 22, 2015, 11:43:18 AM

A new day had begun, but for Tsubasa it was a chance to find answers, with the camping trip happening tomorrow he had to understand fully more about what has been happening in the slums lately, massacres in general were not things he accepted. He wanted to know why these fights have been happening more recently and what the result is, he had to find the man he heard of, Hikaru.

He ventured into the slums heading deeper and deeper trying to find anyone who used the same radiant deck that Hazama showed him that day in the hospital, after a long time of searching he decided that it was time to change his approach. One of the low-lives was eyeing him everytime he passed by his area, so Tsubasa approached him, "..Do you know where I can find Hikaru Nagisaki?" he asked, with a cold look in his eyes.

"Heh, couldn't tell ya, i'm sure he's there or there or you know around hahaha." said the stranger, as he laughed jokingly.

Without any time to waste Tsubasa immediately grasped the stranger by the neck pulling him from the ground and pinning him on the wall, as the stranger struggled for breath, "..I'll ask again...Where is Hikaru Nagisaki?" he said, the same cold look in his eyes remaining.

The stranger gave Tsubasa no useful info after being pinned to the wall in that matter all he could do was scream for air and plead his ignorance about the matter, so Tsubasa let him go and contiued searching, "..Not really the type of way I want to speak to the people here..but if it's necessary then i'll do it.." he thought.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 22, 2015, 12:01:29 PM

The day seemed bright and hopeful as Hikaru stared at the customed pendant he had attained. The pendant was a rectangular shaped as the size of a vanguard card and it was pulled together by a chain. Inside the pendant is Hikaru's Avatar or his spirit partner, Death Army Cosmo Lord.
One of his subordinates, Kaori walked into the throne room of the underground. From what he remembers, kaori is heavily invested in music but due to her poor background she ended up in the slums.

"Hikaru-sama. Someone seems to be looking for you. From our scouts he had attacked a member of the populace and is looking for you. The man in question is roughly in his twenties." She informed him.

"Well if he wanted to meet me he should of just asked." Sarcasticly commented. He then got off from his throne and proceeded to head out of the room with Kaori following afterwords.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 22, 2015, 12:30:22 PM

Tsubasa had lost count of the number of people he questioned, the more he ventured into the slums the more the fist fights and cardfights seemed to be more apparent, so he knew he was on the right track. Overtime he would stop at some points and spectate some of the fights, often giving tips to people, different from the forceful message he was trying to send but if he wanted to be a coach for the cardfight club then he has to improve.

Tsubasa sat down near one of the fight tables that was not being used, watching as life in the Umano continued it's usual path, hearing only the sounds of fists and cards clashing, until everything went silent. From the corners of the area appeared a young man, holding a pendant containing a strong shine, along with his crew. His very entrance made all the Umano fighters freeze and unable and unable to move or say much of anything.

"..Could he be the one i'm looking for..? That shine looks somewhat familiar." he thought.

He got up from his seat and decided to stand a few meters away in front of the young man, as a signal for him to stop as he posed his question, "..I don't know who you are, but you seem to have a strong presence in this place, so I'll ask you as well...where can I find Hikaru Nagisaki?" he asked, his eyes unwavering and cold at the same time.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 22, 2015, 12:36:38 PM

Hikaru stared coldly at the man who questioned him. Looking at him more closely without wavering with his cold dispute. He recognized the man from the day the seal was shattered and earth and cray had reunited with their old clans and gained new ones.

"Your looking at him, Champion of Liberation." Coldly stated.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 22, 2015, 12:43:53 PM

His search was finally over, he had finally found the man he'd been looking for who can answer his questions regarding the events happening in the slums. He eased up a bit and began talking.

"..I have not been to the slums for a while now, but when I did come here all I found was fighting and disputes, I want to know just what exactly is happening in this place?" he asked.

Tsubasa never really preferred a forced fight unless the cause was just, like with the invasion that is ahead of them all, but if this is just a senseless struggle for power then it had to stop.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 22, 2015, 12:51:28 PM

He sighed at the topic at hand. He did not want to repeat on what is happening to the slums at the very moment. Never less for the umpteen time in his life he began to explain the circumstances of the slums.

"It started a year ago, when I left for the circuit I had left a power vacuum since I did not leave anyone in charge. The other factions had decided to attack the Umano sector when I was away and decimated the area. They had frequently ransacked cardshops of its money and cards supplies. And have figured how to weaponize the shock gloves. When I returned and told of the situation. I had regrouped the other members of the Umano sector and led an assault against the other factions, Starting with the Moonlight Tail faction."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 22, 2015, 01:45:55 PM

"...I get it now.." he thought.

Now that he discovered what this mess in Umano was about, he was unsure how to proceed from this point forward. He originally thought that his fight would be against Hikaru,  then again, he could be trying to fool him. For now all he could do was try to understand the situation and if he can help at all, to be able to end conflicts in Umano would be such a blessing.

"..If you don't mind I'd like to be of help...I don't want a massacre to happen again like what happened years ago..if I can help make this place better then I will." he said, clenching his fist.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on September 22, 2015, 05:22:11 PM

After class was over at Hazama's university, he finally decided to go and try to have some decent cardfights. Two options came to mind, either Card Capital, or Umano. Well Card Capital is probably busy due to some schools getting out around this time, so I think I will head over to the slums. Though that wasn't the only deciding factor. During the past couple of days, he had heard some people talking about gangs that are very dangerous.

He took the streets which finally came to Umano. He could tell he was getting closer by the sight of less active urbanization and the stench that crept up upon you before you got to even enter the place. He walked in with his deck at his side. There were people fighting with cards and fists. And even some looked like they need some upkeeping with their body condition. Ignoring those facts, he still walked deeper into the place, not knowing what could happen next. Though something got a bit strange when he continued depper in the slums. People were not fighting as much and people were becoming quiter. Finally, he saw what was causing these weird actions. There were to people talking in the middle of the mob. One was Baky, though the other one he hasn't met before. Hazama was still able to make out the fact that the other guy was probably the ruler of the slums, or something with power over the territory.

Crap, why are you always in the same place that I appear to be going. He began to walk up in the crowd so he could get far enough up where hopefully he couldn't be made out, but he could still hear what they were saying. He stood in with the crowd to watch the showdown continue.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 22, 2015, 08:27:55 PM

"Well he ain't the first to ask, so more the merrier." He thought

"Alright, you may help around, but first I want to test your strength." Grabbing his deck from his breast pocket he then moved towards a empty motion figure system as his underlings moved out of the way. They don't want to get in the way of the king.

"You ready to fight Hero of Liberation or not?" He stated

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 22, 2015, 09:28:35 PM

Tsubasa was relieved that Hikaru was not on the wrong side of the situation at least, nevertheless he had to prove himself if he wanted to make a difference in this location. Before he could take out his deck he heard his phone buzzing, it was Seifer, he had sent him a message.

"Sure what do you need?" he replied, as he put away his phone and headed towards the fight table.

"Let's do this, and the name is Tsubasa, Tsubasa Hayato, hopefully this cardfight turns out well Hikaru."" he said, putting on his glove as he set his deck on the table.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cipher Izanagi on September 22, 2015, 09:30:12 PM

'I need you to get me into contact with a woman named Yugure, at your earliest convenience. I have... Some questions for her.'

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 23, 2015, 12:51:10 AM

The critical trigger shined as it landed on the damage zone. The battle field has disintegrated back into the underground slums. Hikaru wasn't sad that he lost, it was a good fight and now aware of another ally has lessened his worries of the incoming invasion. He packs up the rest of his cards on the table and placed them back into his breast pocket.

"Welcome to the underground" As he offers his hand to shake.

Tsubasa: +3AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on September 23, 2015, 01:29:16 AM

The cardfight lasted a good while with both fighters pushing each other with triggers and the skills involved with their clans. Blaster Blade Liberator came to Tsubasa's aid all 4 times needed, allowing him to stay in a lead at certain points, nevertheless the underground King was no easy opponent.

Accepting the handshake Tsubasa smiled and said, "Glad to have you on our side Hikaru."

He takes out his phone and replies to Seifer, "I'll do what I can to get in touch with her, though why do you want me to do so?"

Tsubasa instantly realized that it was getting late and that tomorrow so he immediately said, "I'll have to take my leave for now, the camping trip tomorrow requires me to get some rest, thank you for the fight...and be stay cautious against Amon and...Hazama." he said, as he took out a piece of paper and wrote his number on it, and gave I to Hikaru and left.

Hikaru: +3 AP

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cipher Izanagi on September 23, 2015, 01:32:37 AM

'It's just really important I talk to her. Just some questions. It can wait until tomorrow though.'

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 23, 2015, 11:17:38 AM

Hikaru had traveled to a secluded area of the Umano sector. Walking to find a building that seemed to be rotting away from the rust and the broken material but he proceeded inside anyway. Hikaru is carrying a bunch of flowers in his hands all wrapped around with clear plastic. The flowers seemed to be Daffodils, White Chrysanthemums, White and yellow Camellias, Bluebells and Carnations. These flowers hold many meanings in japan but they tell a story in the eyes of Hikaru. Inside the building seemed to house the only source of plant life in the entire Umano sector and two wooden grave markers are at the centre of the building, surrounded by dead and lively flowers.

The grave markers are written with the names, Arashi and Mika. Hikaru crouched down as he placed the flowers between the two grave markers of his parents. Since they weren't given a proper burial by those scums, he had to make them instead. He doesn't know where is parents bodies are now but he knows they are in a better place.

"Hey its me again." A shaking voice escaped from his lips. He seemed to crack the moment he looked at the makeshift graves. The young man had left early in the morning to buy the flowers while leaving a note for his foster parents just to get here and school on time. It was the day of the camping trip that he was forced to attend but he needed to make arrangements with Hana over the state of Umano.

"I'm going to be away for a while but not to long. I manage to leave someone in charge over the place while i'm gone and hopefully they'll be able to manage." He gave a dark chuckle at that. "I know I haven't been the best son when you guys were still here, but i'm trying to make up for that now. It was my fau-" He stopped himself as he realized that tears were slowly descending down on his face. Hikaru didn't bother drying the tears away, he knew it was to much to handle. The Underground King didn't want to relive the nightmare on that day and the events following it. Hikaru sat there in silence as he contemplated on his life's direction and want took it to get him hear. Drying up the tears that were raining down on his face. He then looked at the grave markers.

"I'm sure you guys want to hear wants been happening to me for the past few months." Hikaru went into detail about the sealed clans, meeting Cosmo Lord, the war of Liberation, the turf war and the restoration Umano project and the camping trip that he is meant to go in a few hours. Hikaru then stood up from his position. He looked at the grave markers one last time with a longing expression. He then turned around while uttering one last thing.

"Goodnight."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 02:00:55 AM

A flash of light appeared. It took awhile, sort of twisting and taking its time to form. In the end, the light gave a quick flash and Isabella's body was formed.

"Looks like I still have to practice doing this with one eye... " She looked around, her form glowing in the night. "Hi." She waved. The other part of her consciousness was sitting on a chair at the camping trip, sort of watching Cardfights. After today, she found a new good beat to follow, some sort of determination at least? At least Yukino should know of it. Light stalking powers come in handy here.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 02:05:53 AM

Yugure quickly made her way to Umano, seeing the dogs of the slums getting along with the Espoir household's more... violent employees. Do these people get some sort of high from beating on one another? Then again, she couldn't judge, as she loved mangling someone as much as the next guy. The bloodthirsty queen gave a sigh, responding to the multiple greetings. They were getting ready for a raid, as planned, but trying to find a route in which they wouldn't be discovered midway.

Leaving them to continue planning, a sudden spark got the soldier's attention. Approaching it, she saw it take the form of her sister. Surprise wrote itself onto face, running toward the astral being.

"Hana?" She called out to it. Hana waved, and Yugure slowly waved back.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 02:14:57 AM

"Yes it is I." She presented herself.
"We!" Nociel added.
"Us!" Garmore's image appeared for a moment.
"Eggs!" Minette exclaimed.
"Hana..." Reit said the one-liner.

After that grand introduction, Isabella looked around at the fighting going around as well as the pre-pre-parade preparation which took her interest. "Is something going on?" she asked. It would probably be a good guess that this had something to do with the turf war. The slum scrubs aren't really that difficult anyways, "So, hey is it a bad time for some bonding? I mean this place kind of stinks, but I have words."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 02:25:19 AM

Ahmes, Yunos, and the golden lion warrior Platina Ezel all appeared behind the queen in spirit forms, to match the princess' units.

"Hey!" Ezel greeted.
"What are you idiots doing..." Yunos insulted the group for their entrance dialogue.
"... I apologize for... him", Ahmes spoke, feeling as if he was Yunos' mother.

"Bonding?" Yugure questioned. She wasn't against the idea, but this timing seemed odd. "Hold on", she said. The queen shouted, calling over some of the thugs. Upon giving inquiries about the amount of time it would take to find the hidden route, they answered that it would take around half an hour or an hour. They were dismissed to get back to mapping. Turning back to Hana, a small smile of proper greetings was given.

"This isn't a bad time. What words did you have in mind?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 02:33:21 AM

The trio of knights appeared. It's funny because Ezel was the only Grade 3. Blaster Blade and Blaster Dark were forever stuck as Grade 2. Then again, Nociel isn't getting anywhere for awhile probably. Or ever.

Better let out the first bomb quickly. It was the only bomb. The other bomb here was Reit because she always felt like a boiling pot of passive aggression. So after this was in the way, the real bonding could begin... or this was where the bonding were to being.... either way it was best to let this out.

"Hana..." Reit said.

Exactly.

Isabella's mind suddenly went blank for a moment. The news was a lot heavier than she thought, though she didn't know how Yukino would react. It was probably best to just be clear and succinct, stay silent, then end off with her thoughts on it after hearing and seeing Yukino's reaction.

"Ok..." She took a deep breath.

"Haruka and I have been seeing each other, like a couple... like since you were gone for so long and because of- ... how Mi-hime currently is we started... doing things." Way to be clear Hana.

"Well, we decided to end it off today. I decided that he's yours and everything. As for Mi-hime- well.." She silenced herself, waiting for Yukino to react.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 02:56:26 AM

Despite being quiet, one could see that she was visibly wounded. As if she was stabbed and then sent flying from the explosion of a bomb. Wide eyed and silent, how exactly could the woman respond? It didn't take a genius to figure out the "things" they had been doing. If it was innocent, then... no. There was no rationalizing to be done. Yugure's lip quivered, and in a moment, she bit down on it. Had gloves not been applied, fingernails would drive themselves deep into the bare palms of her hands. Instead, they were simply clenched as fists.

Closing her eyes, fury took over. First instinct dictated Hana would be knocked into a wall if she was physically present. Then... nothing. Hands opened back up and Yugure took a deep, very unsteady breath. If this rage were to be answered by violently beating or even vocally berating Hana, what would that accomplish beyond adding more grief to the matter? No, instead, these upset emotions were forced down, choking on them almost.

Especially after the night with Haruka, this hurt. Even if they had ended it just now, and even if it was because she herself was Missing in Action... The princess mentioned Miyuki, which is another feeling that had surfaced in the queen: curiosity. What on Earth happened to Hana's beloved that led her into doing this?

"Why-"

Yugure shut her mouth. Why? Hana just said why. Though, the girl just wanted more of a concrete, detailed answer. At the same time, she knew it wouldn't make a difference.

Another deep breath.

"... What about Miyuki?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 03:08:10 AM

Hana let her react as she did. She didn't know what to expect and expected everything. Nothing to be blamed for. Any violent act or even harsh verbal action would be understandable in this situation. There was none of that, not that Yukino would easily have her way with her anyways if she decided to take any actions learning towards physical assault. That's funny. This was just about the only issue that was getting in the way of them actually bonding.

Would Yukino understand if she knew about Mi-hime's situation? If not then, what then?

"Mi-hime has been sick for the past year, it's the whole reason why I bought my own penthouse and moved out. Mom-san has been helping with her nurses to take care of her. Her parents don't know since they already have enough work to do, we just hide it from them. Well.. Mi-hime is barley ever awake anymore, and when she is, she's usually broken up or weak. I've been taking care of her, mainly using my money from my work as an idol." Hana actually swallowed something back here. The thought was frustrating. No, this is what gave her a drive to keep moving forward.

"I mean, we spent our year anniversary at home, just sitting there. I haven't spoken to her in weeks since she hasn't woken up in that long..." Hana sighed. "I do want her back... but I did feel so lonely."

At least you have your beloved.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 03:22:04 AM

While listening, the queen made a mental note to speak with Haruka as everyone returned. Hearing about Miyuki didn't justify things from her own point of view. Though, the four thought it peculiar. An aliment not even mother had cured within the year? There were illnesses like this, but they always had names. The fact that Hana didn't know was enough evidence to show that the bedridden lass suffered from no ordinary affliction. Not even awake most of the time, and when she is, she's in pain...  An empty anniversary... Even though she got to have one, it didn't seem Hana was much better than Yugure who was forced to miss her own.

A coherent response still barely formed itself. While there was clear pity for the princess' situation, the queen would have appreciated her boyfriend being left out of it romantically. Deep breath after deep breath, it was taking a lot to figure out how to deal with this. Arms folding, Yugure looked her astral sister in the eye.

"If you regret this, I will not pursue", the woman spoke. Well, she wouldn't keep hounding Hana about it. If she was sorry, then the soldier would feel a lot better if this subject dropped and never came back up again between them. As for pursuing Haruka... well, she had more than a piece of mind to give.

"I didn't know how you were suffering. This explains why I didn't see Miyuki since coming back."

Something to investigate, actually: Miyuki's condition.

"Are you okay, right now?" Yugure inquired. Things have been rougher than imaginable by most for Hana, and hopefully getting this off her chest helped some, if at all.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 03:40:18 AM

Hana had a lot to say about the situation. Really, lots of reasons on top of reasons as to why it happened and why it kept on going. That really didn't matter, and since it's over, it didn't really affect what was going on now and in the future. Internally she would blame Yukino for not being there to stop her or guide her or make sure that she stood strong during those days where seeing Mi-hime's state would make her break down. With the way she acting now, understanding, Hana could just let that thought pass.

"Im fine, how about you?" She shot the question back in return as a mutual sign of concern.

Though in a more serious tone, something that can be explained as determined, and a power that was earth-shattering, Hana proclaimed, "The only regret I felt was betraying my princess, and not being strong enough to protect her. I promised her that we would journey together to the ends of the Earth, but that would have to wait. To make it up to her I want to scavenge every corner, reaching beyond the ends of the world just to find how to cure her."

Her fists we clenched now, "While I do have some regret in betraying you, it wasn't that deeply ingrained in my mind that I was. Well, that's the reason why I want to talk to you now, to rekindle our lost relationship."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 03:56:48 AM

"Honestly? ... I will be..." Yugure answered the returned question with the truth. Fury and sadness were present, but this will pass. It... has to pass. The queen gave a mental note for her paladins to back off for a bit as to give the sisters space. They did just so, spiritual forms vanishing. There was a mountain of things she wanted to address, yet, she'd rather not. Lest the heart take more of a pounding... Listening to Hana's about an oath revealed more pain that was unknown to the elder sister.

"You may need to find more than a cure to make it up to her... Worry not, I shall see your task fulfilled." Though negative emotions were still mixed in tone, this vow wasn't that of a warrior's to another. It was that of a simple human being to another. Thinking on it, while Miyuki would be grateful to live life again, it was doubtful she'd skim over this... happening. Even so, seeing all mended became a mission.

"So... this is why you contacted me at such an odd time..." She refrained from commenting on the bit about regret not being deeply engraved. Yugure made a promise a year ago to be the sister Hana desired. As such, she'll take this chance to smooth over their bond.

"... I should start by asking how camping out is going."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 04:11:42 AM

Well there was that bit that she neglected to add, "I don't expect Mi-hime to gloss over what I did. If she decided that I couldn't be forgiven then I would take it as the lover who failed her."

Talking about camping lightens the mood, somewhat.

"Camping is going great actually."

One of her objectives thought was to actually confirm the council's fears of a coming threat. Whether or not she believed it, she had been making precautions anyways, so its not like she was neglecting her duty, though she was in some cases. Now she was full throttle into it, not going to stop.

"The Cardfight Club has been really doing a lot of bonding and practicing when it came to fights. I met someone today who I thought should join. She was a really strong fighter who also used Bermuda Triangle and was able to defeat me, though I've never heard of her in school. Even asking around didn't do much good either."Hana thought for a moment to something that maybe Yukino would understand before heading to the main question. "Oh Sathirsty is there too as a wildlife expert, but in the end the rivers dried up."

Now onto the main question.
"The council has been mentioning invaders and have been asking me to prep up. The Cardfight Club is how I'm trying to do so. Emphsize  team work and with the camping trip, survival as a group. The council isn't just doing crazy talk right? It's been at peace for so long."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 04:28:53 AM

"If I can make up for my failures, you can make up for yours."

Yugure heard that the school trip was going well, and was waiting for more details. Part of her wanted to hear about Haruka, but focused on the rest. "Cardfight Club...?" She questioned, not really aware of what was even going on in school. Though up-to-date on Cray's situations, the woman was rather out of the loop when it came to Earth's. More evidence of detached humanity. Still, it was easily made up for by deducing it was exactly what was said on the tin: a school club for vanguard fighters. "Strong Bermuda Triangle player no one's heard of, eh...? Heh, you may have found new competition", Yugure chuckled. Surely, Hana would welcome a challenge concerning her own clan. The princess loved those divas, after all.

Before able to say anything about Satoshi, hearing the rivers having dried up... was... not a surprising development, ridiculously enough.

Then Hana asked about the invaders. This was coming eventually, seeing her position. ... She was unsure how to break it to her, however.

"... Otherworldly beings are going to come to Cray and Earth soon. Peace will be broken - they're here to kill us or harvest us with the ability to seal away or warp the heart. There is no crazy talk... we have to learn how to survive, as we will not be able to attain victory at any early point in the new upcoming war."

There was no sugarcoating this matter. Hana had to know if she was planning on fighting with everyone. The entire club should hear about this, in fact. Yugure did not exaggerate the hopelessness of the battle's preliminary momentum - punching a hole in the invaders would be nigh impossible. Though the desire to focus on bonding was present... not being annihilated unfortunately took priority.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 24, 2015, 11:26:14 AM

The whole invaders things sounds like a test of patience since it couldn't be won right away, but it wasn't something that was hopeless. Fighters often pulled through the struggles and overcame their problems by just keeping on going. Any preparation possible should be made to stop this. The phenomenon's on Cray are usually strong enough to reach Earth therefore this was a problem in both worlds. Now another problem is if this were to do anything to harm Mi-hime. That in itself would be unacceptable.

"I won't call an actual meeting until the beginning of the invasion itself. Right now, I just want to clans to enjoy the peace that they worked for a year ago, but I will approach individuals in the club about it so that they could help." Isabella took a good look at the workers wandering around the slums area and wondered how her shop was doing.

"Hey, we should spend some time together again once I get back. I gotta head off to bed now." The image now began to fade a little. "I'm sorry about what we did again, but I'll make it up to you and Mi-hime. Byeee~."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 24, 2015, 08:18:09 PM

After the conversation with Hana ended, Yugure held up the charm of twin swords Haruka gifted the day before they left. The soldier still loved him... she was just angry. The girl proceeded to mess with her right earring. The charm was attached to it, dangling about from the ear. Men approached, telling of their completion of the route mapping. Immediately, groups were dispatched throughout the night, following trails to avoid detection. Thanks to this, the HQ of an enemy faction had been surrounded. Unfortunately, this was expected. However, seeing the sheer manpower of these squads created a panic, causing the base to be greatly sealed shut.

Nowhere to go, it was simply a wait. Though, the majority of Yugure's thuggish army here was impatient, as was she. While some talked amongst themselves, trying to figure out how to bust open a hole, the woman decided to take care of it. Walking toward the front door, sealed tight, Blaster Dark's card was lifted out of the purple deck case. Glowing, Yunos materialized into a solid form before her.

"Help me destroy this", Yugure ordered. Yunos took a look at it and sighed.

"The hell do you think I am, some destruction expert?"

"You're an ex-Terrorist."

"Ex, as in: no longer."

"Still doesn't mean you don't have the know-how to blow something out of the way."

The swordsman of darkness folded his arms, still being difficult. "Come on..." Yugure sweetly urged. He couldn't say he appreciated how his skills as a villain to his homeland were still labelled as "terrorism". ... Despite the fact that it's exactly what they were. He's not a bombing expert just because of that though. Annoyed, those green eyes of jealous fury glared at the door. Okay, the man internally admitted that smashing it up sounded joyous. Couldn't let her know that. So, he gave a long, defeated sigh.

"Fine. But I'm not doing this because I want to!"

"Yes, yes, let's go."

He's such a Tsundere.

Yunos walked toward Yugure and the two merged into Blaster Dark Revenger with her features and bladed pupils. As if they were cardfighting, and their souls synchronized. Lifting up the massive claymore, the structure was heavily struck, rending it in half. This got the attention of the majority, and they simply watched as the woman cut away at the other half left. The armor of the Revenger vanished, and the human soldier turned back with a command: "Let's go."

Poor neanderthals that gave Hikaru and others of the city problems never stood a chance. They were brutally stomped on by this gathered militia. Some even entertained Vanguard instead of a fistfight or a weapons brawl. In any field, victory came to the hunters. A kind of unfair victory, considering the leading commander of the operation had an otherworldly weapon on hand. The raid's end came with an order: surrender to the police and throw themselves at the mercy of Hikaru, the Underground King. Those who refused were met with her boot colliding with their face. "I wasn't giving you a choice", the queen hissed. Out of fear, the sector gave in. Several simply hoped Hikaru could forgive their insolence, others just wanted to be taken away from this crazy lady.

"We've gotten rid of one of the rebelling factions. Proceeding to Standby." Was sent to the King.

Settling matters down and dealing with multiple punks took up most of the next day, depriving her of sleep again. It was well worth it to get things under further control, however. In addition to that, these rival gang members can be useful. They'd be given purpose, after all.

Several of the Espoir brutes recommended the mistress take a break. Deciding to do so, she saw that Tsubasa and Haruka had texted her through this day.

"Give Seifer my number and tell him to call me when he feels most convenient." She responded to Gold Paladin's Vanguard.

... Haruka's text... Yugure almost crushed the cellphone in hand. Yesterday's raid was supposed to help relieve her of this stress, but it barely worked. Yunos scoffed over the fact that it was her craving destruction, not him.

"Fulfilling duty. Are you alright?"

It took some strain to not add "you cheating scum" to the end of that.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 03:09:59 PM

The walk here was, well, painful. It really did take longer than it should've because he felt like actual garbage after the sudden beating in the park. That wasn't even the worst of it. Haruka was trying to ask Overlord for advice on how to handle the situation but the only response he got was a hearty laughter and, "Why don't you ask Illuminal!"

Overlord was salty at Haruka's comment. So salty. The capital of Utah was suddenly jealous of all that salt.

Haruka trudged into the awkwardly half destroyed part of the city... What the-? Haruka was aware this was the rundown area of the city, but it wasn't normally this torn up. Juts a few boarded up houses here and there and a couple of gang fights but nothing to this scale. The amount of people fighting was significantly lower, but still strange.

He was on the lookout for the beauty, but Yukino was a bit out of sight. Maybe he just wasn't really paying attention or something, but in reality he just couldn't find her from the opening. She must be farther in...

"im here, out front. where are u? -haru" Hitting send, Haruka slumped up against one of the concrete walls, awaiting the Queen's arrival. He admits it. He is terrified of what was coming. But if he didn't man up about it now, chances are he wouldn't be able to bring it up himself again.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 03:11:39 PM

Hana decided to follow Haruka, not really with any intention to do much in the conversation, just walk around and check out Umano herself too. She had to talk to Yukino after. She could've done this with the star stalking power, but this is less rude. So she just stayed quiet as she argued with her units in her head.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 03:16:44 PM

Yugure was busy overseeing... an arm wrestling match to decide who would be in charge of the vanguard squad next raid. This was stupid, neither contestant had the brains for it. They had the brute force, sure. However, for the leading forerunners, these idiots weren't worthy of the position. Another one of the slums' residents informed her Haruka had arrived, watching out for him as requested.

Her mood visibly worsened.

She told the man to lead her boyfriend there.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 03:25:54 PM

Someone apparently had come and grabbed Haruka to head in to some area nearby. He wasn't sure what it entailed, but he had no reason to oppose him.

That's a lie, he looked like a shady gang thug, but he was probably under Hikaru since he addressed Haruka by name. That must've meant something, right? Or at least, he had to know somebody who knew Haruka and that was the only credibility he could give right now.

He followed for about three or four minutes, until after going through a corridor he noticed two men, veins popping, arm-wrestling. He was afraid if one of them lost he might kill the other one. Awkward-

His head turning slightly to the left captured her. Yukino stood there, but, uhm... She was not happy. Not even really close to excited. If anything, she seemed unresponsive, and at worst... she knew.

Haruka prayed she didn't know because that would mean everything he thought he would say to her has changed and he was now a sitting duck. He gulped and walked over to her, at a reasonable distance of course. Haruka knew she was capable of more than just nagging him to death. She would kill. The second he saw venom hint in her eyes, he would have to probably take a few more yards back if he wanted to keep his life.

"H-Hey Yukin-no. Sup...?" Haruka pocketed his hands, sweating nervously. He was probably more nervous being around Yukino than anything, but having all those guards around and discernably, Hana, was making him extra awkward.

"Err, okay, we need to talk." Haruka took a deep breath before releasing that phrase. He was about to be sweating bullets.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 03:34:11 PM

"Hana told me", is what Yugure started with. A day ago, she was mad at him. Now that he was back in front of her, she wasn't sure what to feel. The magical craftswoman could just stab him in the foot to let out remaining anger. Yet, going through this with nothing but seething rage would be a waste of time. A sad queen motioned Haruka to follow her into a more private area, since this one was overpopulated with thugs trying to kill each other.

Just another Friday in Umano.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 03:51:38 PM

She knows.

You can run.

Shouldn't I follow her?

The electric chair is in there man don't do it.

But where is your honor?

Now you wake up?!

You are somewhat late, Overlord. Please, talk sense into this fool!

No really, just go in there.

Haruka felt a sick sensation in his stomach, as he was motioned to follow Yukino into a room a bit off. He wanted to get away from the thugs obviously, but was following the perhaps rageful queen a smart idea? Probably not. But he had to get this whole deal done with. With the way things were, he honestly wasn't left with any viable choice. He went ahead and followed her, breathing into his hands.

To business.

He seated himself in the room. It was dark, and felt sort of like an interrogation room. The hanging light bulb and all was just a bit awkward for him. It wasn't nearly as glorious as anything he had been in, but a slum base is a slum base.

"So, you know... huh?" Haruka fiddled with his thumbs, thinking of how to address the problems. After a several... long... painful minutes of silence, Haruka finally sat up and looked at her. It wasn't easy to look her in the eyes though, it just made him uncomfortable. He couldn't be trusted, is part of that. Haruka was essentially the worst guy ever right now.

"I'm... sorry."

Good start, mate. Now actually say something meaningful.

He opened his mouth, figuring out the words as they rolled off of his tongue and through his teeth. About as honest as words get, saying them when the emotion happens.

"You don't deserve what I did to you. Going behind your back and doing stuff with... with your sister of all people. Salt in the wound... I don't have anything close to a valid excuse for this. There-there is no valid excuse for this. I just did what I wanted..." He shook his head, taking out the negative energy. He had to make sure what he said was clear and concise.

"I cheated on you. And I could have backed out, I, I should have... well I tried too but long story short it was just a conflict of morals at that point and I was afraid. You had been gone for so long so I got scared. That doesn't mean it was okay or anything but... I was really scared. Overlord was gone for a long time too, and he didn't come back to me until the day you also returned. I should have stopped then. I never should have started-"

He stood up, finally taking a moment to face her and speak to her, not just let words out.

"I,... hmm... I don't, expect you to forgive me. In fact it might be easier if you didn't, that way you never had to deal with me again. I hope I was worth it for the time you had me, but other than that, well. Call it self-loathing, but I have a habit of just not being worth it. You deserve better.... Yeah. I'm sorry, Yukino-..."

He wanted to cry or something, because that was what he usually did when he felt so twisted and messed up. The problem was, he didn't deserve to cry. He isn't the victim of this. He caused the problem. This was the music he was prepared to face.

Sovngarde awaits.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 04:23:37 PM

Yugure stood in the dark room, watching Haruka fidget about, avoiding eye contact. The queen didn't make any attempts to speak, as she just wanted to hear what he was going to say. It started with an apology, but what irked her was the mention that she "didn't deserve it". The concept of not deserving this didn't make any sense. The woman tried to pay attention to his confession while trying to decipher the above. Him mentioning she deserved better confused her more.

"If I deserved better, why would this have happened?" Yugure spoke. Cheating brought pain, but she was by all means no saint. From an arrogant queen to an ignorant mess to a broken heart soldier - what was "deserved"? Expressing an inquisitive, sorrowful look, the response went on.

"Am I not good enough for you...? Or am I just unable to make you happy...? Don't run away from me..."

While not appreciating the final bits of this discussion on Haruka's end about not dealing with him again, she blamed herself.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 04:46:35 PM

Haruka had a hard time bringing himself to speak again. He instead just leaned on a wall near Yukino. It took a lot out of him the first time to bring himself to speak, but this was another level on top of that.

"That's not true at all. I mean, you're more than good enough. I guess what I did doesn't prove that though. But I mean it, really." His eyes wandered among the dark corners of the room. Dark corners. Sounds like where Haruka belongs right about now.

"You make me really happy... when you're here. When I can actually spend time with you. Yes you make me happy, but it's hard to be happy for a year without a word." That wasn't supposed to slip out at first. He didn't want to put blame on her and that made him feel a bit crappy, but going with the whole honesty policy, he said it. That was just a wrong choice of words on his part.

"That's not fair though. Nothing excuses what I did." He looks at her when she mentions running away. That wasn't what he wanted to do at all...

The exact opposite! He wanted to stay with her and hold her and love her and if it was reciprocated that was all the better. He just didn't know what she wanted...

W-What do I say?

Words were never your strong suit.

"I don't want to run from you!" He accidentally said that a bit louder than he thought. It almost sounded like a shout. Haruka instantly inserted his face into his palm and bit his lip.

Man.

"I-I'm sorry... Wow, I've said that a lot so I'm going to stop, uh-unless you just want me to hear me grovel or something." He walked up to her, face-to-face. He wasn't going to try anything sketchy. Not even kissing. He placed his hands behind his back, and just talked to Yukino. Not Yugure, the soldier, and not Yukino, the Queen, but as Haruka called her, Yukinoms, the girlfriend. The person he got to know when she wasn't being all dutiful and all that jazz.

"I won't run from you. I want to stand with you. I want to be here with you." He just kind of stared into her eyes for a bit. He hadn't done that for a long, long time. They weren't like a blue sky or a starry night, they were something else. It was drawing him in and pushing him away at once. A new kind of gravity. One that even he found pleasant, because he didn't have to dream he'd be there one day.

He was with her.

"I love you, Yukino." He just ran mazes in her eyes, awaiting a response. There wasn't much else he had to say that Yukino would probably find worth hearing.

Please... please.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 04:57:15 PM

Yugure found herself unable to believe she was really good enough. Haruka sounded earnest enough on wanting to be with her, but it could've been just to calm her down or out of pity. His outburst pushed that possibility out of mind quite a bit, however. He got closer, and she retreated a little bit out of fear. The woman felt as if she was the one supposed to be grovelling, since it's her fault for being gone. When their eyes met, the soldier's were simply filled with remorse.

"I love you too, Haruka..." They were also longing. Those eyes accepted his apology, but not her own to self.

"... I'm... sorry for vanishing for a year without word or contact... I didn't get a choice in doing so without a goodbye."

A hand gripped onto her arm, leaning back, almost slumping over.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 05:20:25 PM

Haruka simply approached, following her step-by-step. He couldn't escape the gaze at this point. He was already too caught up in searching through every thread of color and thread of sentience that lit up her irises.

Then she brought it back up. Her leaving for a year. It was a topic he honestly just wanted to avoid at all costs, and his own dumb mouth brought it up again. Haruka just shook his head a bit, maintaining eye contact. That was his sky right now. That was draining his anxieties and keeping him calm.

"No... No, stop. It's not your fault." He finally reached out, one hand. Just barely going to touch her cheek.

"You left for your own reasons. Your father kept my updated and I should have just taken his word and let you be. Bettered myself. Something. Its my fault for doing nothing but sitting around and whining like a brat. Waiting to be handed everything I wanted. I still am sometimes... A brat I mean. But this time I'll reach out, okay? If you'll accept me again."

His hand barely grazing over the skin. It was cool to the touch, compared to the heat his body gave off 99.9% of the time.

"Will you still have me, Yukino? After everything I did?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 05:42:47 PM

"I didn't leave for my own reasons. Not in the way I wanted to."

Best to tell him now over never. She took his hand when it came close, and gently pushed it toward her own cheek. Trying to find some solace in it, having missed the feeling.

"I fell into a coma the day I was supposed to leave. I was sent to Mount Fuji to be isolated from others, save a few doctors, as I got my training. I don't believe father would have mentioned this..."

... Yugure regretted even mentioning it actually. Did it even matter? Her own reasons or not, the fact remains that she was still gone. Eye contact brought fear into heart, firmly believing the cause was being a living mess. Hearing him apologize just confused her. As she stated before, if she didn't deserve this, why did it happen? A deep, shaky sigh escaped her lips.

"I still love you... Of course I'll have you... I should be asking you if you'll have me..."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 05:53:24 PM

Isabella sat along outside, a few dudes were fist fighting. Pretty cool. She assumed that Haruka was either dead or crying. Actually she just went straight up to the assumption that they were already over it and making out, but either way, good for them. She got really bored and decided to Cardfight a few times, the usualy daily practice. Duos as they were now felt connected to her in full, especially Meer who's break ride skill put the offensive and defensive advantage that the deck needed forward.

Mi-hime didn't want to tell her issue with the disease, but that made her think about it even more. The fact that Mi-hime refused to tell, means that there was something that she knew. Hana sighed as it was her desire to keep Mi-hime comfortable and free to say as she wishes while also being able to help her. There's that small conflict.

After playing a few fights, she continued back to more daydreaming and coversating with quartet of cute mascots.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 06:06:39 PM

The moment his hand finally laid against her cheek his heart pulse had finally come back to normal. He had been so nervous, so afraid, so anxious she would reject his feelings because of his dumb selfish act.

Haruka simply moved in closer. He listened. He understood. With a nod, he simply allowed his eyes to hone in on her. He wasn't going to do anything anyways, but having his attention set on her was good. She needed to know he was listening because misunderstandings now were not an option.

"Coma... I guess I wouldn't have been told anyways then. Keep my mind in tact haha... Your old man is kind enough to do me that favor then." Haruka was actually terrified for her sake. He didn't know if she was still okay, but the topic was something he decided lingering on it would only make this unfathomably distressing.

He leaned in, his hand remaining on her face, and that was fine. Whatever she needed to keep herself organized, since she seemed to be even worse off than he was right now. He tilted his head, as a very small smile rose to his face. Did she even have to ask?

"I'll always have you. You're welcome with me." He nodded, emphasizing his point.

She seemed to be nearly shaking. Haruka had actually not noticed she was in this state until just now, too busy wandering around the vast planes of her eyes. He  took her in his arms. It was the normal to do this with couples, right? Embracing? Except Haruka was perhaps holding her a bit too tight. He just didn't want to lose her again. He really, really...

"I don't want to lose you like that again."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 07:03:45 PM

Sort of lost, she stared into his eyes as if starring into space. Why did he love a woman who simply embodied failure and always wound up thinking of herself? Why was she even angry at him when she's the awful one? Yugure just wanted to be so mad and relieve the stress of the rage, but when an opportunity came to take it out on him, the emotion didn't rise. It was stagnant - strangled even if she had to describe it. All that was really desired was for Haruka to not be dissatisfied with her; for him to want her more than someone else.

Yugure wanted to truly be good enough.

His gaze and gentle caress from hand seemed to be telling her she was... at least, she hoped that's what was being conveyed. That Haruka loved her, and he wasn't tired of her.

Haruka had pulled the shaking girl in for a hug. It was a tight squeeze, yet a welcoming one. Yugure buried her face in his shoulder, clinging onto him.

"Please don't leave me..."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 07:24:17 PM

She was frail. Despite her being a strong soldier, and somebody Haruka had relied on for his own safety as well, she was frail. The anger that was originally present when he arrived had all dissipated. He doesn't know what it was that turned her mood, and whether or not it made sense... well Haruka didn't care anymore. What he cared about was that she loved him back and didn't intend to just give up on him. She might have been better off leaving the nuisance of a boy behind, but he was so so so glad she didn't.

Her face landed in the crevice of his shoulder and neck, nestled in tight. The petting began, like normal. This became a sort of occurrence with the two now. Despite the cool of her cheek, the rest of her body remained warm within his tight embrace. He kissed the top of her head, letting time stop. He didn't resist her, not even a little bit.

"Wouldn't dream of it."

...

He put little pecks on the edge of her ear and her cheek too, slowly pulling away a bit until her lips were his target.

Haruka came to remember something Yukino did in the park with his bottom lip.

Once he had a hold of her, he let his actions do the talking. A long kiss, mimicking what she had done to him in the park then, sucking and biting. Slowly at first, not letting her go like he had tried to do back then. The only thing running through his head was, er.

Nothing, actually. It sort of went blank after the word "soft" came to mind.

The saliva came after pulling away. It was strange because he wasn't exactly sure if he found it appealing to do that or kind of messy. Both, he supposed.

"I won't leave." He added, wiping his the thread that was produced off his lip. He nodded, taking her hand, hoping to finally leave the dirty slum base. A makeout session was cool and all but it felt weird standing in a place he could have identified as a jail cell before.

"Er, I think Hana had something to say to you actually... She came with me, but didn't really say much after we left the park." He scratched the back of his head, blush somewhat rising. The feeling of the kiss started replaying in his head.

He decided he liked it, messy or not.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 08:06:31 PM

Isabella decided to make some friends and have an outdoor concert over and around Umano since the weirdos were having the eternity long make out session in their box. More or less she just started singing casually with some instrumentals playing from her phone since she was bored. A random guy thought it sounded pretty "dope" and thus encouraged her to continue onward.

As she did, she attracted quite the crowd, muscle bound beefcakes were among them. It was not limited to this well toned demographic, there lean and scrawny fans as well. For some reason Isabella started classifying the different fan demographics by muscle size. Whatever worked.  For some reason she also thought that it would be totally cool if her rapper name was "Hey Yo Pineapple," and why F CHOPPER KOGA doesn't do that, but then again... Who would name their kid F CHOPPER KOGA?

 She was digressing.

After a few sweet tunes, Isabella made a makeshift stage by stacking junk on top of each other and then had a larger scale preformance. This was better than kicking and beating up thugs at least. For a good amount of time, the fights stopped. They were all peace, listening to Isabella's soft and melodious voice. She screamed out random terms that she had seen on the internet and they cheered at whatever she said. For a bunch of slum dogs, they made a loyal audience. Can't judge a book by its cover.

For example.

"Fite me irl m8." Isabella woulda say.
The crowd goes wild.

"Egg."
The crowd goes wild.

She was thinking of turning Umano into the egg district, a city where everyone loves and lays eggs. That would be a tale for another time, and plus, that would make Hikaru her sworn nemesis. These inhabitants of Umano did seem very egg-cited when it came to eggs though. Mission complete. Umano has been brainwashed to be followers of the egg order by Isabella Hope, Grand Majesty Lord Exculpate King Princess of Eggs XIV.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 08:33:17 PM

Tears that Haruka hopefully didn't notice wet his shoulder, coming from the Chosen Sword's eyes. In the middle of such a clutching embrace, his hand rose to pet her. A wry smile came about, happy in the middle of feeling miserable. She began nuzzling her beloved, mewling softly at his lips reaching her skin. "Thank you..." she shakily spoke. The gentle grazes at her ear and cheek helped the woman perk up some. Pulling back with tears still rolling down, Haruka gave her a lasting kiss. Arms stayed clung onto him tightly as he got a taste of her lips, chewing and sucking on them. A light moan came from the endearing soldier, melting into their own world of love again.

It went on for awhile, and the soldier unfortunately remembered the need to breathe. A trail of spit was drawn as they separated. These messy kind of embraces left her in a love crazed daze... they were just the best. Yugure simply stared at him for a little bit, lost in the very sight of only his face. Reality dragged Yugure back into actually hearing what he was saying.

"Hana?" She inquired, allowing him to lead her out.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 08:44:28 PM

"See minna, contrary to popular belief, Vanguard isn't the only game I'm good at, I am also best in the rap game!" Isabella announced among the roar of the crowd.

"Oh my dolphin Hana-chan why." Mer cried.
"It is over, we have lost the Princess!" Star Rain followed.
"What are these lyrics!?" Minette questioned.

The roar of the crowd continued. Isabella's preformance is more shocking than the electrocuting fights! Enough energy to light up Umano! The surprise concert had grown into quite the spectacle, giving rise to the Egg Fanclub within Umano.

"I'm an imouto but you already kno tho!"
"Arigatou Minna!"
Umano goes wild.

"I swear, Hana-chan stop this shytto onegai." Meer begged.
"No???"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 09:04:45 PM

Sooo cuteeee.

Haruka was so happy with Yukino today, despite several hours ago not really being so great. He'd have to remember to spend more time with her... in fact.

"Hey, Hana's right out here... also, mind if I stay at your place for a week or so? Spend more time together, y'know? Share the bed maybe?" Haruka took Yukino's hand in his and smiled a lot. He was excited if she said yes. That would mean Haruka got a week of just Yukino and that was nothing to be upset about.

Haruka left a small kiss on the back of her hand as they exited the room.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 09:56:58 PM

A week?!

"S-S-Share..." Yugure had to be the reddest knight in the world. Both worlds even, giving Kagero and Narukami a run for their money. The way he was smiling made her really happy, but to spend even one night like that... "S-Sure..." the woman accepted, fidgeting. The kiss only added to how excited and shyly she reacted.

Walking out, some of the cheering crowd noted how bright her face was. Giving them a threatening glare to butt out of it, she walked through them. They ain't messin' with the queen.

"Hana!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 10:04:38 PM

"Hana-chan pls Reit is asking." Meer pleaded.
"Hana..." Reit said.
"Mi-hime is always cheering me on you pink haired wreck." Hana laughed.

She didn't mean Meer, she meant Nociel.

"H-Hey!!" Nociel screamed out.

Amongst the cheering crowd was her sister coming through, calling out to her. Looks like the make out session has ended. "Is that dried saliva?" she asked herself. "Oh my dolphin." She gave herself a pat on the back.

"Thanks everyone for coming to the show today!" she dismissed the crowd and went down over to Yukino.

"How'd it go? Also Mi-himes said hi." Mi-hime said to say "hi" to everyone for her today, must not forget!

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 10:11:08 PM

Yugure made sure to wipe traces of drool away while approaching just to be sure, but Hana might've already seen it... dammit.

"It went... better than expected."

Makeout sessions always make discussing problems easier.

"Uh, tell her I said 'Hey, get well soon'. Haruka mentioned you wanted to speak with me?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 25, 2015, 10:36:38 PM

Well she seemed nervous. Maybe she doesn't know if she's okay with sleeping in the same bed as him? Maybe she thinks he smells funny, but eh. Could be anything. Haruka is a pretty hygienic guy so that can't be it. Maybe-

It took Haruka a few moments to process himself what got Yukino all worked up. His head started blanking out certain images coming to mind.

Yukino and Hana were having their reunion, so Haruka decided to take the time to check a text message he received a bit ago but couldn't answer because sucking face is more fun than reading text messages. Especially after all they had been through, a little fun for them goes a long way.

"Its on my hand now...?" Haruka muttered the text out a couple of times. He wasn't so clear on the message, but he did know that Satoshi was somebody he would have to find. Thing is, for the next week his attention was for Yukino. School and work too, but he would be getting off each day as recompense for a few late night shifts he took. Haruka was glad to be staying with her a lot of different reasons, but the main one being time. A week seemed short in the grand scheme of things but when he was with Yukino, time seemed to slow to a near halt. A week was a lot of time to catch up and do whatever, which was good enough for him. Finally, he got to be in a normal relationship with somebody.

Oh right, Satoshi's text. Better reply soon.

"we'll talk sometime soon. you'll have to show me next time we meet. -haru"

God bless.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 11:43:10 PM

"Give me some time to remember..."

She had been waiting so long that she had basically forgotten. Also, her throat was beginning to feel sore and she was feeling a little sick so.

"Just need a moment, ahem."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 25, 2015, 11:46:08 PM

"Are you alright? You don't sound well."

Perhaps Hana had been performing? It wasn't so long a wait that she strained herself singing normally, was it?

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 25, 2015, 11:59:46 PM

"It's nothing."

More reasons for manager-san to kill her. She was going to have a concert in a weeks time, so this had to go quickly. It was kind of hard to think now, her mind was basically blank, and she probably should've given the couple their time together for the rest of the day, but it seemed important enough to wait this long and all this morning she was so determined to talk about it. Her mind was jumbled up.

"Agh. I  think I wanted to ask you to practice with me to prepare against the invaders?..." Somehow that felt embarrassing to ask. Sounds like she was asking for bonding, which she was, and something that had to do with the Cray duties that go hand in hand with reasons why she didn't like Yukino. This actually hurt to say for some reason, probably why she tried to make herself forget.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 12:01:15 AM

"Uh... sure, we can practice. Are you sure you're alright?" Yugure questioned, far more concerned about her health.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 12:06:46 AM

"I'm okay, but I have a question to ask."

This was really hard to do with such a headache. Feels like the time during the War of Liberation when her power was being rejected by a certain space. It could be connected to the mishap that happened yesterday, but she decided to look more into it later.

"We can defeat the invaders, yes?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 12:16:20 AM

Good question. Yugure, more than anything, dreaded the invaders. A single glance told that if they were going to win, it would be after all hell breaks loose and then does so again thrice more. "... Yes", the woman responded. That didn't mean they couldn't win. That simply meant that they would have to go through harsh pains to finally get an opening, as she's been saying. A hand reached over to Hana's head as a form of reassurance.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 26, 2015, 12:26:12 AM

"Don't worry humanity has been through many dangerous situations before. This is no different." Stepping out of the shadows the king of the underground looked at the trio before him. He clutched the pendent that's around his neck. He wonders whatever he says next is just an attempt to comfort himself. Neverless he continues.

"We'll just have to defy our fate." Coldly stated by the underground king.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 12:36:49 AM

Long live the King!

That's what went through Haruka's head when Hikaru made an entrance to the base. Haruka gave him a wave and a nod.

"Right, defy our fate. That sounds like a plan." Haruka was obviously joking to him, but he still believed the words. Defying fate sounded about right.... Wait. Invaders? What are they even talking about?

"So who wants to fill me in on this Invader business cuz I'm still in the dark here guys." Haruka pocketed his hands, leaning against the wall next to the entrance way where Hikaru stood.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 12:47:26 AM

The thugs of Umano completely lost their minds and began cheering and welcoming their king back.

"Sir", Yugure addressed her commander properly, saluting him. Then she looked over at Haruka. That's right, she hadn't gotten to tell him.

"Invaders are coming in an attempt to kill us all soon."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 12:53:26 AM

"Mmmmmm ohoho." Isabella laughed a little at their reactions.

It wasn't supposed to be taken as a moment of doubt or her being frail, even the Underground King felt kind of serious and scared for a moment there. Something was comical about it, the way that they worried. Isabella had someone to fight for and her reason for doing so is as much of a part of her idol dream as anything. She's fighting for her other half.

A few more har har har escaped from her mouth.

"Thanks for that Yukinee, but I don't need the reassurance. That was me testing you as a knight." She flipped through her phone and quickly added Yukino to her list of names. "Welcome to the Cardfight Club." This somewhat sudden, but makeshift welcome was accompanied with a thumbs up. "I don't think the Yukino from a year back would've said "yes" to something that seemed that impossible, to accomplish." She shrugged for a moment and addressed them. "A lack of confidence and fear is a form of despair, which I'm not taking among my ranks. If they truly warp the heart then that's one of the ways. You've already lost before it's begun. Got it?"

Kill us all?

"I think the invaders should worry about me killing them all first before they even get here." She put her hands on her hips and was had a smile on her face. She was serious despite this.

Anything to keep Miyuki safe.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 12:59:56 AM

"Way to be blunt, babe." Haruka stretched out, a sweat bead forming on his forehead. This could be contributed to slight fear of actually dying to some unknown invader, because stranger things have happened, or to the immense heat his body just builds up anyways.

He is a walking radiator.

Also it seems Yukino has been added to the Cardfight Club, despite not actually being part of the school... Not sure how that works, but Haruka is all game if it means he gets to keep her by his side and vice versa.

"Invaders, eh?" Haruka simply pondered the thought, then dismissed it. If there were invaders coming for them, all he needed to know is that they existed. All other information he can just get when he's briefed for such a battle. Nothing to worry about right now in particular. They aren't here yet after all.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 26, 2015, 01:10:53 AM

Walking over to the trio as he dismissed Yugure's salute with his own as he reacted a bit to her comment on the invaders. Now there was no point in sugar coating the situation he'll agree on that one.

"Kill us you say." A dark glint appeared in his eyes appeared as he thought of the bloodshed he is going to cause when he gets to the invading pests. A smirk formed as the idea settles into his mind. "Not if I have any thing to say about."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 01:29:57 AM

There was something that she noticed with the Underground King whenever Yukino was around, something that had been going on for a year now. He would often only ever take notice to her sister and often look down on her as someone who was to be protected nor would be unable to make a difference in the situation. At times she would be ignored overall. She decided to confront the situation directly this time instead of being passive about it and letting it get to her. He was in her list to be someone who be fighting along her side against the coming threat, and as the Princess, she wasn't going to take such disrespect.

"Hikaru Nagisaki, take out your card. We're going to fight." Thus she sent the challenge. "Four games please."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 01:34:39 AM

... Yugure wanted to tell Hana she just failed the test if it was one of bravery. Unlike the snow queen from the past, this soldier was a realist. The invaders had already succeeded in horrifying the Chosen Sword. Seeing how the princess spoke with confidence, and wanted her sister knight to be confident in return, the woman simply refrained from saying anything. "S-Sorry..." she responded to Haruka. It was just a habit she picked up: not sugarcoating anything and being forward about information to allies.

Suddenly, Hana challenged Hikaru. Which kind of confused the queen seeing as the princess mentioned practice...

The girl didn't seem all too comfortable about the invitation into the Cardfight Club, when she was the only one terrified.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 01:40:02 AM

"Oh, a fight? Sounds good, better make 'em good guys, cause I don't wanna spend a minute longer here than I have to." Haruka shook his head, getting into place to watch the fight. This was going to be a memorable set of fights, because Haruka actually knew both of these fighters to a degree and their playstyle. A princess of Cray and the King of the Underground. What a twist.

Yukino on the other hand became really hesitant. Not about the fights, no. She didn't seem fazed by that really. But when Hana invited her to the club, she seemed puzzled... No, puzzled is more confusion than anything. It was a reluctance to want to join. She seemed totally put off by something else. Maybe the invasion really was getting to her. She knew more about it than anyone else, as far as he knew. Maybe Satoshi knew too? Hana seemed pretty knowledgeable as well, but she had confidence out the wazoo.

"Hey... you alright?" Haruka pulled Yukino aside for a moment as the fights were getting under way. He would spectate for sure, but he had some small things to discuss with his newly reunited beloved.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 01:45:34 AM

"I'm... alright."

If she was scared, how would that make Haruka feel? No, no, far better to let everyone have their confidence. It'll help them get through the invasion.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 01:49:41 AM

He was prepared to press matters further, but making her talk wouldn't really fix anything right now. The subject seemed touchy enough to require her to keep quiet like this. Haruka sighed lightly, brushing his own hair out of the way.

"Alright, if you say so." Haruka was prepared to put trust into Yukino. After all, if he couldn't trust her, what was the point of that whole scenario back in that dark interrogation room. He had to let it be for now and let things take their course. But he was starting to itch for a fight now after watching Hikaru and Hana...

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 02:14:42 AM

Yugure was rather glad he didn't pursue it. Lest he thinks the woman he just made up with was a despairing, sniveling mess. Though, she took note of how antsy he seemed, watching Hikaru and Hana.

"Would you like to fight me?" She offered, taking a guess at what he wanted.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 02:20:42 AM

"Hmm, y-yeah, sure!" Haruka was actually a bit more fired up about a fight. No pun intended.

"I have a couple things I wanna test, since Butler-san let me borrow something... but I really need to sync up with this guy." Haruka pulled out the deck he needed to train with. Recently, he's been getting hit with the vanilla train, and that wasn't very fun. Time to break that streak.

"Whenever you're ready." Haruka placed his starter faced down at a nearby table, already shuffling.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 02:22:35 AM

"I have three decks, I'll start with Shadow Paladin, if you don't mind."

Approaching another table, three deck cases were placed down from her belt of equipment. Yellow, purple, and blue individually, representing the colors of Paladins.

Shadow Paladin magically floated out as she folded her arms.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 02:39:31 AM

"Sorry BELLA-chan..." Nociel apologized.

She isn't even in the deck. No need.

Isabellla took a deep breath and flipped her hair. Angel Feather lost, she needed a way to improve how they gained their advantage. Simply swapping cards in the damage zone didn't seem like enough outside of Danielle' skill. The rest of the games went by smoothly, Great Nature was able to outlast Nova Grappler and Gold Paladin had no shortage in the power and defense department either.

The last one, The Underground King switched to a Gold Paladin deck which surprised her at first, but she went in with full confidence seeing as she was using her Bermuda Triangle now. There was no she was going to lose this one. She created an early game lead, putting Hikaru at 4 damage by her Grade 2 turn. He was eventually saved by a miracle heal in the end, but that didn't cause too many problems. Hana was able to guard the next turn without a problem. She ended the game with Meers.

"Keep your eyes on me and address me and my presence when I'm around. So rude, it annoys me. Basically acting like I don't exist and just noticing my sister...hmph." She frowned a little. "Though you did manage to defeat my Angel Feather, so good job with that. Nice matches and what not." She folded her arms and turned away to speak to her sister. "The King of the Underground isn't anyone to Princess of Cray..." She said to herself.

Somehow it got her worked up. Hana sighed. It looks like Yukinee and Haruka were about to fight.

Yukino was acting really reminded Hana of how her other performers would look like when they had stage fright. Better tell her what test actually was. "If you're scared that's fine. Everyone is really, even I am, but ...gotta act tough, I gotta act in a way in which people will acknowledge me so that I can lead... The test was the willingness to see a possibility to win and fighting despite it. Knights and Idols alike get scared when they take their respective stages, it's part of the job. Fighting despite it is what rounds the up though. Which is why I want to rehearse with you. Anyways good luck with the fight."

She signaled one of her beefcake fans to fetch her something to sit on as she watched the couple fight. It was a mini-fridge. Good enough. She sent an image to cray in order to talk to her four clan reps as she watched.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 26, 2015, 03:06:30 AM

He was confused that Hana had challenged all so suddenly in the Umano slums. He agreed to since there wasn't anything else to do at the moment. Over the course of the fights he started to understand why she suddenly challenged him to a cardfight. She was being ignored by him. The first person to help him out in the slums and outright ignores her. He won't defend himself because he knows she's right. He's grateful for what she has done for him in the past few weeks, even risking her life to destroy one of the faction bases.

"Its seems you have girl trouble Hikaru." The death army king's presence appeared next to Hikaru. It seemed to be laughing at Hikaru's expense.

"I thought you don't understand Humans, Cosmo Lord" As he stated this quietly has his underlings were near him.

"I don't But I understand you Hikaru." He sighed at his partner in crime as he knows Cosmo Lord is right and understand each other perfectly. He just wishes that he could communicate with his other units in his deck like Asura but were getting off track.

"I guess I need to clear some of the air between us but not right now. She needs to have some space before I talk to her again." He does feel guilty about ignoring her, maybe because he doesn't know how to react to kindness and often pushes them away. Afraid that they'll disappear to. Like everyone else in his life.

"Let's go Cosmo Lord I need to tell them I'm back." The Blue king then turned into motes as he went back to the pendent. Hikaru then walks up to Kaori and Tomoda to inform him of anything important when he gets back.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 03:56:14 AM

Revengers versus Overlord.

Yunos was especially excited to beat Haruka's face in for a lot of everything. No, it wasn't him being overprotective because he had cheated on her. It was the very fact that someone was taking away his beloved Vanguard. The Spirit of Envy wasn't taking that, and did everything possible to ruin Kagero's day. Unfortunately, with a lack of checking triggers due to the assassins "lazing around" according to him, and The End managing to get its Persona Blast, they were out of luck. Raging Form didn't seem in top form, flying into damage either.

Still, Yugure enjoyed her time with Haruka. Hana had offered words of encouragement, somehow reading the queen's mind about her anxiety. Acting tough... was about all the Chosen Sword had going beyond being able to fight with swords. It was a bit saddening, seeing as everyone else had talent and skill. She, however, simply believed that when it came to Vanguard, she couldn't help anyone. Knight training helped that a bit, as a magical weapon could weigh out her bad luck with the game.

Jewel Knights versus Beast Deity.

The butler who makes the coffee plays Vanguard?!

It had been awhile since someone fought her original clan, even though Ahmes and Alfred weren't present. Jewel Knights responded smoothly, getting Critical Triggers left and right while maintaining a steady hand. Though, Salome didn't arrive... Nevertheless, Ashlei took it upon herself to lead. Yugure... thought of Ashlei like a little kid at the park you would pamper with candy. While she was strong and fulfilled her duty... she was innocent and gullible. The rigid soldier almost felt a bit uncomfortable using the card, but the Pureheart Jewel Knight hummed happily as Criticals smashed through endlessly for victory.

It's kind of scary how airheaded she is, yet, how her prowess holds true.

Ashlei +10 Affinity
Jewel Knights +10 Affinity

Liberators versus Overlord - a long time rivalry in the fray once again. Yugure admittedly had a terrible luck streak with Liberators, finding trouble getting the cards she needs in hand, let alone the Superior Calls. Today was different, however, for the latter. A Grade Three didn't arrive, except for a Holy Shine that very much needed a Gancelot to be effective. Still, despite the advantage, the woman had fun in working with it. There was more fun in Haruka's shock in Ahmes and Balan getting free retires off. Along with the one referred to as "best girl" Star Rain Trumpeter Superior Calling Ahmes. It wasn't enough, and Yugure wanted to at least protect Ahmes with her life. Overlord still broke through the guard. He's a fiery bully, but the gazing Ahmes and Overlord exchanged proved their rivalry. Kagero gets to win for today.

During the fights, Yugure made some rather... suggestive, remarks.

Those sloppy makeout sessions were starting to fuel her desire.

Smiling, fingers gently caressed Ahmes' card. "You're always looking out for me", Yugure thanked.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 03:59:47 AM

Those fights went in several different directions. If there were a way to recap this shortly...

Overlord had fun roflstomping Ahmes and Yunos, but Ethics Buster got scared of Ashlei and her swords. Pronounce that s-wards. That's what he got scared of; the swards.

Haruka ended up going into the first fight without a breakride, sitting on DOTE for a majority of the battle whilst against Mordred Phantom, the break ride unit of the Revenger series. Haruka wasn't very confident of winning without getting Persona blast off, and knowing how people got greedy with that, he in turn realized he wouldn't be getting this fight easily...

Finally, after a couple turns of pleading, Yukino took a gamble on Haruka's Overlord. He had one in hand so it was obvious that he was going to get a restand, but she didn't know that because the turn before, he had already called a DOTE. Can't have that many right? Well he has four so mathematically it makes sense, probability-wise it was somewhat uncanny though. Enough said, Haruka got a restand off and sacked three triggers out of four, sealing the game on a one-pass.

The next one went totally across the board in Yukino's favor. It seems Limit Break was out of reach for her... because she continued to heal like crazy. Two or three times at least before breaking down Ethic Buster's defense slowly but surely. Then again it's Nova Grapplers. Defense was never really their style anyways. Despite putting up a few good restanding turns with Ethics Buster and Illuminal, it didn't cut it for him. He was utterly crushed by the end of the fight.

Overlord Round 2 vs Liberators. This was probably the most even of the fights. Yukino managed to hit Haruka with criticals... twice. Sitting on five damage from break ride turn was intimidating as is, but he had to whether out the storm from Holy Shine Dragon and the superior calls. Yukino even got Ahmes to make a grand appearance off of Star Rain Trumpeter's skill, retiring Burning Horn Dragon for the third time in the game. He was livid and Overlord will never hear the end of it. However that didn't change that due to Yukino's lack of a trigger in her twin drive, Haruka's crossride defenses proved strong enough to keep him alive to call down a pair of Overlords.

DOTE was thirsty. Thirsty for vengeance. He wanted Ahmes to know he was targeted. Haruka wanted Holy Shine, Overlord wanted the booty. He got the booty. On a one pass to guard out the rear-guard Ahmes, Overlord checked a critical to add insult to injury, restood, and hit Yukino with two more triggers, a heal and a draw.

Haruka was suddenly in the danger zone.

"Eheh... Overlord.. C'mon man. A bit more subtle."

Haruka was now a bully.

Gotem, coach.

"Y-Yeah... you did..." Yukino might have his head for that. Now Haruka had to down a gallon or two of water to get rid of what was now an intense heat. No, not from fighting. Just some of the things Yukino had said to him during those fights were still lingering.

W-Wound licking...

You're sick.

Maaaaan.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 04:11:07 AM

"I think we were a little too hard on him..." Meer commented in regards to Hikaru.
"Well... I wasn't going to take it. No way.. It was well deserved." Hana answered.
"Back from the fight! What did I miss?" Best girl returned with a best girl star badge thing saying that she is best girl.
"Good job!" Hana clapped for her.

Isabella was sitting on the mini-fridge with her legs crossed, applauding the two who had a spectacular set of fights. She felt like asking for one herself, but then again, it seemed awkward considering their situation. Too focused on each other, she was more of a third wheel here than anything. She didn't mind it, but she just felt a hint of sadness and jealousy when it came to her envisioning her fights with Mi-hime. Weeks of training lay ahead for her now, and she set standards for herself to consider as she did so. Whether her sister would go with her or not was her decision, but there has to something beyond her power now that would increase her chances against the so-called invaders. As the one who will lead the champions into battle, she was set on going and fighting alongside the champions rather than supporting them from behind. In order to do so, she wanted to make sure that she put on an awe-inspiring performance. She sat there and let the two do their thing if they wanted. If nothing else were to happen here, she just decided on going ahead on home and checking on Mi-hime.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 26, 2015, 04:40:15 AM

"Alright well... Those were some good fights guys. A little bit of training never hurt, right?" Haruka stretched and yawned, clearly tired already. Hours past when he should have passed out were long gone. Trotting over to Yukino, he drapes his arms around her, resting his chin on her shoulder.

"You ready to head back to the manor? I don't wanna stay in the base anymooreeee." Haruka starts pouting. While it looks like a joke, he's actually sulking a bit. The base smelled funny to him and he was really more interested in just getting a bit of rest with Yukino at his side. He felt as though Hana could relate with Miyuki, if she could leave her sick-bed and actually rest with Hana. He felt a little guilty knowing she won't have the same pleasure he does with Yukino now.

Well, he was falling asleep regardless, signified by the bags and the heaviness in his eyes.

"Whenever you wanna go..." His voice became light and trailed off. Another yawn followed as he hugged Yukino from behind. Haruka had to wonder where Hikaru went though. Oh. Talking to some rather tough looking lads. Maybe gang members.

"Hikaruuu, I'm heading out." He nuzzled his nose on Yukino's shoulder.

"Are we going?"

Hana seemed to be getting up and ready to go as well, well, probably. Seems that the night really was coming to a close if the star was heading going to be heading out.

Shota pouting continues.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 04:44:39 AM

"Waaaaait", Yugure replied in a child-like tone, kissing her sleepy lover. "Hana wanted to rehearse with me tonight."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 26, 2015, 04:46:34 AM

He slowly walked to his destination as he replayed the 4 fights he had with Hana in his head. Trying to find ways that he could of countered or done better in. While he wasn't focused on the first fight, he was more worried over the last three fights he just had. Maybe he should of instantly switched to a different clan to combat her other 3 decks. But he wonders if he even stood a chance. He was nearing to the building that he dubbed as the flower bed. No other member knows of this place and even then he made sure no one followed him. This was a private matter, a private place. Its his true sanctuary.

He reached his destination and when inside the building. The flowers were still in the same place as he left it. Very little light passes through the buildings so he doubts that the flowers will be able to last that long. Just like always, they are going to wither and die. Hikaru then sat crossed legged on the floor as he inspects the carvings and the wood to be sure they are stable.

"I'm back in one piece...." Hikaru had a solemn look on his face as he looked at the grave markers. The wind blew through the drafts and the holes of the building that the wind can pierce through. Setting the tone of the talk.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 04:47:53 AM

Hana was just about to have an existential crisis, but whatever.

If I make a star clone, who is the real me?
"Hana!" Mer called out.
They are both me, but wait.. what if I am the star clone?
"Hana!" Nociel called out.
I mean, does my star clone have feelings, is it sad when it disappears?
"Hana!" Star Rain called out.
See it is composed of light and stardust, but does it have a soul?
"Hana!" Minette called out.

Eventually, Minette just told her to chill out and that he'll ask Dictionary Goat to look into it.
"Alright, sure." She nodded.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Cherry on September 26, 2015, 05:18:33 AM

Yugure was getting fed up with Holy Shine Dragon showing up more than any other Grade 3 in her deck. Another mirror match between Gold Paladin that couldn't be turned in the soldier's favor. Some modifications to be rid of this inconsistency were clearly necessary. Then again, her luck just can't shine through.

"Good game", she stated.

Gancelot apologized. However, the Liberators were happy he showed up for once and got his Break Ride off. It was a plentiful start to his road of friendship.

Gancleot +10 Affinity

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 26, 2015, 05:26:23 AM

The match ended with a one trigger break similar to another that they had a year ago. It was quite the similar situation. The game was close overall. Best Girl did a great job in setting up the field, both calls calling well needed grade 1's. The end game field was a beautiful sight to her of all three of Grade 3's fighting alongside one another on the front row.

"Good job Best Girl and Garmore!" She congratulated them.

Now on towards to more prep. Harnessing her power much better was the priority as of now. Haruka seems to want to home already with Yukinee, so she gave them a wave goodbye. "I'll visit the Manor tomorrow to train with Dad-san or maybe Ill stay up tonight to do that after I check on Mi-hime. Thanks for the fight Yukinee."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 27, 2015, 12:31:54 AM

Its been a week since his incident with Hana at the slums.

For the passed week he has been assembling multiple decks. So far he has created decks based on Aqua Force, Tachikaze and Shadow paladin. The clans that represent the different types of justice. Hikaru had rebuild his Nova Grappler deck into a full Death Army deck, reclaiming Cosmo Lord as his ace. He still wears the pendant though. Hikaru rebuild his Dimension Police based around Zeal once again. Day and night he trained the with the decks in order to adapt to different styles and see passed his opponent's plays. Essentially he's been training himself on how to analyses and predict his opponent's plays before they could make them. 

Currently Hikaru seemed to be arranging his decks into his jacket. Hikaru sure does love having multiple pockets on him.

"Alright that should do it." Hikaru's dark raven hair had gotten a bit longer in the past week and seemed to have gotten spikier during the week. While his hair has always been gravity defying spiky. It has never really gotten this spiky before.

In the past week he has been thinking about what Hana said. She said that she will no longer acknowledge the underground king. The reason he's been going through this 1 week training session is because of her. Her display of power had opened his eyes to the truth. He wasn't fighting with who he truly considers his avatars. Like with Genovious he was able to use him to the full extent despite never using him before. He needs to fight with units that are able to respond to his feelings and he has to respond to theirs. That's why he decided to fight with Cosmo Lord once more.

All this time he had been fighting with a gimmick. An invasion is going to come soon and he needs to step up the plate to do so. But he can't just keep training with people here. There not up to his standards. He needs to make a phone call.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Jello on September 29, 2015, 10:57:44 AM

The splitting headache returned on and off all night and there was nothing he could really do about it at that point. Medicine and sleep wouldn't fix it. All he found himself able to grasp onto was the realization of his goal being completed.

Stumbling weakly into the alums, he tumbled around a few times, using the wall for support more often than not in order to maintain a standing position. Soon after making it a few yards towards the base, a stray faction member under Hikaru noticed him. He ran over to him to lend the poor boy a hand.

"Are you OK? Err, sir?" He stood up on the shoulder of the soldier-esque man. He caught him breath, slowly trekking towards the base with the man before abruptly stopping him.

"Do you know where your leader is? Actually, never mind that... Send him this message." The man eagerly awaited this message for a moment as he shuffled to the man's front. He stared deep into his eyes for a moment.

"Find me at the park. After he saves you."

"Saves me---?"

Lock.

Bewilderment beyond the wildest dreams began as the soldier dropped to his knees in agony. Fury began to build up into him. He was nearly screaming at the top of his lungs as a red static and perplexing black ring began consuming at the man. He writhed in agony for a moment.

Silence. He became limp for a moment. Then the man restood, shoulders slumped.

Then only the sound of slight laughter filled the alleyway. Whose laughter? Well nobody really knows. He walked out of the alley, weakly coughing as he proceeded to exit the slums.

"I'll leave this in your capable hands...."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 29, 2015, 12:02:25 PM

A strange group of fighters were gathered up among the usual spot where he and his buddies would usually meet up. They were playing Vanguard like usual, but there was something different about them. It seems that the found their daily victim, someone to push around for laughs. While Daisuke himself wasn't usually encouraging it, he was fine with standing by and letting his friends enjoy themselves. He liked it when they were having fun.

"HEY GUYS YA FOUND 'NOTHER TODAY HAHA?" He ran over to them, waving and laughing.

But they were silent.

"SOMETHING WRONG?" He tilted his head over to look at the victim. I was a scrawny little man, sitting down in a fetal position. The usual kind of position when surrounded by large burly men who want your lunch money, but strangely enough he could've sworn that he saw a dark energy about the small man.

This wasn't how their fun times usually went about.

"STOP THIS GUYS SOMETHING IS ACTUALLY WRONG WITH HIM!" He warned his friends, for once telling them to stop as there was no good fun in causing harm to this extent, but his friends remained silent.

"Are you a strong fighter?" One of them asked.
"WHAT? I'LL FIGHT YOU RIGHT NOW IF THAT'S WHAT YOU WANT!" He raised his fists.
"No.. this kind." The one whom turned to him lifted up his deck, surrounded by an energy of darkness. His gang mate's eyes glowed red, a smirk of evil ran across his face from cheek to cheek. This wasn't the smile that he wanted his friends to have.
"DAMMIT!!" He rushed in  jumped over them, about 50 feet in to the air, and tossed his deck onto the table, the sheer force of his throw causing an explosion of dust along the surrounding area.

"IF THIS IS THE KIND OF FIGHT YOU WANT THEN COME AT ME, I'LL TAKE YOU ALL ON MYSELF!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on September 30, 2015, 01:46:34 AM

"AHHHHHHHH!" The last fighter slumped into the ground as the reverse had taken over completely. Blood red energy engulfed him as he was screaming in agony. The screams stopped as he gave a dark grin.

He turned to the rest of the reversed fighters of the slums as they had dark glints in their eyes.

"Now go forth and reverse anyone for our empire!" They erupted into cheers as some gave a salute to the masked individual. The dark glass my have obscured his face but he could still perfectly see and talk through it. The reversed fighters began to dispersed as he turned around to his reversed generals.

"Now I have a special task for you four. I want you to go to New York and start our conquest for the empire." The 4 of them gave a dark grin as they left on their motorcycles, heading to the air port. Hikaru turned to the moon as he stared at it.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on September 30, 2015, 03:40:48 PM

"EVEN NOW THERE'S MORE?"

Daisuke hid inside an abandoned shack within the slums to get rest. The amount of reversed fighters were reaching among the thousands. An endless army of them lay in wait for him should he decide to even make a single step outside. He was thinking to himself as he hid how dire the situation for him has become. Not only were they endless in numbers, but they were getting stronger with each one that he defeated. He thought to himself how this happened, how the Underground King let this happen.

"I HAVE TO FIND HIKARU... UGH" He slowly stood up and ran back out into the open, placing his deck onto a table and continuing to fight. "HERCULES ATTACK!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on October 02, 2015, 05:22:23 AM

A form of darkness strolled into the Underground, seeking out its King. Beyond this land lies his opponent, the one he wishes to defeat and add to the list of Sins he has annihilated. 'Wrath' was the first target he hunted, the Underground King, a man of little patients and aggressive tendencies.

The aura of enveloping shadows looked upon this field of nothingness. Amon stood in the centre of the first stage, surrounded by minions of the King.

"Sins of the world will be cleared in my name, watch as they fall one by one until there are no more. By thou name Amon, you shall suffer the same fate!" With this, Amon began defeating the Minions around him.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on October 02, 2015, 12:56:38 PM

The Minion's were laid down on the floor, suffering immense pain from the enveloping shadow that was corrupting their very hearts. They had been defeated, both mentally and physically. Amon was hoping this would attract the one he desired to defeat and eliminate from his seven targets. The Underground King was nowhere to be found, but this did not put Amon off his path of Sin annihilation. Their was six more targets he could go after, he had identified the following ; Greed (the man of corrupt justice who forces others to follow his rules), Sloth (Neu Edelwiess, the one whom abuses her power for her own means) and lastly... Pride (Hazama).

Amon began to walk away from the land of the fallen fighters... towards his next target.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 03, 2015, 06:50:11 PM

Passed through the shopping district he was heading towards the slums to see if anyone of his loyal reverse fighters had returned. He needed to see what has been happening. Every where he went it was over run with reverse fighters that were under his command. He rides through the main entrance to find no sign of life in the slums.

"It seems no one is here." He got off the oblivion and checked around for any non reverse fighters. He heard foots coming from one of the entrances for vehicles. His senses were on high alert.

"Its seems another prey has come." Freezeray spoke as he shared he sensed the disturbance on the way.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on October 03, 2015, 07:04:44 PM

Slammed with schoolwork again, Hazama finally gets a free weekend to do whatever he wants. He walks to the entrance of the dark, horrendous place known as the slums. Though something was a bit off, no conscious person was here. There was just dulled orange street lights and collapsed bodies on the ground present.

Then, with no waning he hears some sort of engine grow louder. Every passing second, it grew in noise, bringing some action to the place. As the vehicle turns the corner, Hazama just stares at the vehicle. But the driver does something weird with a vehicle in the slums. Usually they would fly pass the slums not giving any craps, but this guy slows down. Once the car comes to a complete stop, the driver steps out of the vehicle.

Hazama keeps walking in the same direction he was when he arrived at the slums. Once he got close enough to the driver he said out to him, "Pretty unusual for this place to be completely empty, don't you think?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 03, 2015, 07:09:31 PM

Hikaru then turns to Hazama as he came into the area. Straight into business he doesn't bother answer his first question.

"Are you strong...?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on October 03, 2015, 07:17:09 PM

"Are you strong...?" this guy asks. When he heard that, Hazama was caught a little bit off guard.

"Hmmmmm," he ponders aloud, "Am I?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 03, 2015, 07:19:01 PM

With a swift motion of his hand he summoned out 2 red fields, one on each side. He places his deck and starter on the field.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on October 03, 2015, 07:31:16 PM

With no response to his question, his opponent summoned two red fields and prepared his deck.

"Funny thing is, I don't have a Cardfight Vanguard deck at all," he responded to the opponent's actions. He walks over to one of the collapsed bodies and grabbed his deck case. He opens it and flips through the cards. "Ah, this will do." It has been an extremely long time sense I have held you all. "This will be interesting,"

He puts the starter on the respective circle. He then starts shuffling the deck. Finally, he places the deck on the field. "You ready?" he questions the guy.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 03, 2015, 08:18:38 PM

The six damage landed on the field as the reverse began to take over the young man. He screamed in agony as he slumped into the ground.

"Now suffer and descend to madness." He began to walk away and onto the oblivion. Driving off into the exit of the slums.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Helios on October 03, 2015, 08:33:28 PM

Once defeated, a little burst of pain went through his body. His acting skills were pretty on point, making a believable scream and falling to the ground like most fighters have done. He wanted it and finally got it. The power rushed through his body as he arose from the ground. He saw the man walking to his car.

Before he got in, Hazama said, "Thank you, for you have no idea how long I have been waiting for this power." As he said that, a black mark appeared right on the backside of his right hand signifying his devotion to this clan.

He exited the slums and walked the street with a new motive, Link Joker.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on October 04, 2015, 09:08:58 AM

Voices echoed in his mind, telling him to return back to the beginning of where it all started, where his first foe was encountered: The Underground Slums. Amon had came here merely yesterday but was unable to discover 'Wrath', but in return, defeated his minions.

Amon began walking through the gates to the slums, heading towards what he believed to be his target.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on October 04, 2015, 11:50:36 AM

Neu returned to the slums, dragging a few of its members around on the floor. For some reason, she found a few in New York and took it upon herself to return them here. With a yawn, she walked deep enough in the area and placed them down. It looks like this place had been reversed, and by a few people that she knew no less, which was really kind irritating.

At the same time she was wondering what the others here had been doing all this time and she worried for Tsubaka's safety as well. New York was making quick work of becoming a force that could dispense reverse fighters on their own.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on October 04, 2015, 01:29:45 PM

Amon had given up on finding his target. He sat by some nearby rubble, waiting for the next thing that moved to walk past him... his intention was the challenge it to battle.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on October 04, 2015, 01:33:23 PM

"Hey Amon." Neu waved.

She sensed reverse energy which she basically can feel super easuly due to her connection to Link Joker. It was funny to her that he had been taken by it too, but she didn't feel like hitting corners and just wanted to be straightforward here.

"Up for a fight?"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on October 04, 2015, 01:43:02 PM

Amon looked up to the voice. "You..." He was surprised to see her appear in a location like this, getting up to his feet, he gave her a vacant expression.

"When I wanted a different target, another one of the sins appears before me... looks like 'Wrath' will have to wait before he falls by my hand. Neu Edelwiess, you shall be my opponent in this hour of darkness!"

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Hope on October 04, 2015, 02:05:52 PM

Neu lost but she shrugged it off because it was quite the boring game, he won all due to trigger checks rather than actual skills and she got none whatsoever. Ah. He said he didn't use his full power, but she didn't even bother to stride so that's a thing.

Nothing to see here, she walked off, probably teleporting back to New York or something like that.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: [R.T] SpiderHunterMD on October 04, 2015, 02:32:40 PM

Amon had defeated Neu Edelwiess, the sin he referred to as Sloth. Despite the win being devoted purely due to the Devil's Luck, the battle ensured with him as the victor.

Amon used most of his willpower to hold back the void's shadows from turning Neu Edelwiess into a mindless form of the reverse. She requested a rematch, completely ignoring his denials and keep pestering him. Eventually he informed her that their rematch will take place, but not on this day, not until all of the Sins had been defeated.

Neu, with a face of boredom disappeared from his line of sight after walking away.

"I don't know how people understand her.It seems like she doesn't understand how dire this battle is, nor the reason why I spared her from the voids shadows.... With 'his' presence unable to be detected, she may be the only person that can defeat the monster Greed unleashed.... all I have now is time, a limited amount before beast incarnate arises."

With this, Amon sat back down to the ground and waited slowly for "Wrath" to arrive, after all it was only a matter of time before the King collected from his kingdom.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 05, 2015, 08:39:44 PM

Hikaru made it to his base of operation after leaving the hospital unannounced, he already called Kaori to meet up with him along with his motorcycle and message the same thing to his other generals. He just sat on his throne as he waited. He heard the sound of several engines as he sat on his throne. It seems the Oblivion is in working. He got up from his throne while he's holding onto his stomach and slowly descends towards them. He noticed something odd about, there were only three of them.

"Where's Aoi.." His reverse marks appeared on his as he looks at the three remaining generals. Judging by there reactions to his question, he already knew the answer.

"King..he had been taken out of the picture." Ushio stated. Ushio was shaken on his failure of protecting his comrades. His dark green hair is all over the place. He then brought out a rolled up paper. "Here are the locations of Oshiro's main hideouts that you asked me to look out." Hikaru took it and scrolled through content. Even though they were technically allies, he didn't trust him or particularly like him. The fact he took his rule as king when he was knockout because of heart problems. Turning the hard earned peace he attained for the slums then transforming it into a tyranny. He scrolled up the plans and placed it into his pocket.

"It seems you did some good..Ushio, now you'll plan for the assault when the time comes. For now study that beast's movements and try not to get caught. That brute seems to know if your near enough." Ushio then saluted to the king as his reverse marks appeared happy to serve the king and his rival,

Hikaru then turned to Kaori, her golden locks were falling every where as it was tied with a red bandanna. "Kaori due to the injuries I have sustained I need you to drive for me for the time being. Were going to be off reversing and recruiting fighters for our empire." She nodded with glee, finally she would be getting some action along side the king. its been a long time since she's fought alongside Hikaru.

Turning to the last general as the dark glint had intensified. The red headed general looked back right at the king as his reverse marks appeared. "Now I have a special job for you. I need you to assist Ushio in studying the beasts movement by causing enough havoc in the area and distracting the resistence. While at the same time I want you to track down Aoi." The red headed smirked at the proposition he is being given. "You got it..King."They all went on their motorcycles as Hikaru sat behind Kaori as she got the engine working and head off to reclaim their empire.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 07, 2015, 06:44:03 AM

Kaori driven back to the underground slums along with Hikaru after locating an appropriate base of Operations. He sees someone that he doesn't recognize as the man looked to be guarding the place. He didn't seem to be reversed either. He tells Kaori he'll handle this himself and tells her to continue with the mission as planned. Without further ado she driven off with the Oblivion. He slowly walked to the man.

"So it seems you have been guarding this place when I was gone. Allow me to reward you." He apathetically stated as the void power fields appear with their luminescent red. They placed their starters on the field while going through the basic preparations.

"Stand up, Thy vanguard!

"Stand Up, Vanguard!"

---

Fei fell to his knees as the reverse started to seep through his heart. His moves were predicatable to say the least. Having played the same clan he knew which ones to lock away. During the fight Fei had mentioned to him about the man named Hazama who fit the description of one of the fighters he reversed. Another thing he told him about. Is the fact that he was sent here by Tsubasa because of the growing threat of the reverse.

"I see.." Hikaru started to walk away has the man is in the process of being reversed. It got him thinking, how many lives did he ruin in this war he's been partaking.

Hikaru thought about all the people he had reversed in his time as a general of the Link Joker army. All the destruction that he caused through them. The reversed slums had reversed half of the world if he were to estimate. While he didn't reverse Oshiro, his actions had led to the events of him being reversed due to reversing the slums. He had became prime minister and ruling with an iron fist while punishing unreversed fighters. Hazama went on a rampage with his sick lust for link Joker. Tomoda had set fire to the hotel and train station all just to locate Aoi. He had never intended to for this to happen. He just wanted to create an empire where no child would have to suffer a life without a family's love. Hikaru then thought back to the day at the shopping center where the reverse fighters and the resistance had gathered to do battle. The destruction they caused it was horrifying.

Their sins are his sins...

Their actions were his doing...

Their fall from grace was because of his blind ambition...all his fault.

Once this is all over...he'll disappear.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: AlwaysAwake on October 07, 2015, 05:36:21 PM

Alexander trudged his way down to the slums, the influence of link joker pushing him to make his way down there as some manipulation of fate. His eyes resting upon the figure known as Hikaru reverse the one known as Fei, a sinister smile creeping on his face as he caught sight of this event. For the moment he stood silently in hiding as he awaited the transformation to take place, taking note of the moment when Fei woke up.

Instantly he burst into motion, only a mad smile plastered on his visage as he proceeded with the further action. That being, a drop kick on the freshly reversed fighter, knocking out the other npc reverse fighter. Damn, did he like hitting things. Nothing as satisfying as destroying your opponent be it fists, card games, or blatant torture. Yay for sadism.

After knocking out the npc reverse bretheren, he would proceed to check his pockets. Putting back the contents after looking at it, the rather oddly timed happy go lucky psychotic smile turned into manical laughter as he walked off. Damn did reverse do a job on him.

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: OverDrive on October 07, 2015, 07:11:13 PM

There was no time to waste, not only was Fei not replying to his messages anymore but there was also the issue with Haruto. He felt like he was being black mailed by someone but he could not think of any potential suspects.

"..Could it be that my announcement without the voice changer caused my cover to slip?...No no one aside from Neu knew me on tht train...I will save Haruto, my only family won't be lost a second time!" he said as he made his way through the slums, unreversing anyone who laid eyes on him.

After hours of searching he was finally certain where Fei was, and as such went to deal with him he could not help but feel worried about his friend, and at the same time confused on why he would not get back to him.

He appears in front of Fei descending from a nearby building, just staring at his friend put him in an uneasy situation Fei has always been his best friend since childhood having to fight him in this manner was something beyond acceptable.

"...Turn around and face me." he said.
"....-turns around-..I certainly did not expect this..." said Fei.
"..This won't take long I assure you.."
"...That coat..." he thought.

"Stand Up! Vanguard!" x2
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The fight was beyond emotional, Fei would talk about his friend Tsubasa and how he was unsure about what he was doing, all he knew was he was asked to come here for his friend's sake.

"...Sounds like a lucky friend.."
"...I don't know...I'm sure he would be better off if I could help him."
"...........You already are...."
"..huh?"
"...Limit Break! Phanatic Illusion!"

With the fight concluded, Tsubasa carried Fei back to his home, where he met his mom and got all the information he needed regarding Haruto, it would seem that not only did Fei have information about the challenge issued to him by 'H' but he also had another message left within his pocket.

"Can Diablo come out to play? This kid should be a fun place to start haha"

"...I need to go Auntie, please take care of Fei, i'll handle it from here." he said, as he left the house. "First thing is first, time to deal with H."

Title: Re: (GS3) Field: Umano Underground Slums
Post by: Spectre Diamond on October 09, 2015, 12:24:34 AM

He stopped the oblivion at the middle of the underground slums and placed his helmet onto the bike. Running towards to the one of his bunkers at the slums and reached into one of the carefully placed boxes. The box itself contained his spare nova grappler cards, since he..abandoned his Death Army deck he would need to start over again. But that was ok, with this new strength and this new resolve..he'll take back everything. He roughly spent over 5 minutes working on the deck. Feeling satisfied over his crafty work. He preceeded to leave with his new nova grappler deck and several other cards in case he needed to switch anything out. Hikaru then felt a chill go up his spine as he turned around to meet Ushio and Kaori. His remaining two reversed generals.

"Well, Well looked do we have here." Kaori said in a sing song tone as she looked at Hikaru. The taller one, Ushio just stared at his king. "So you left us to." His eyes were filled with emptiness yet felt betrayed.

"Kaori...Ushio..I didn't leave you. I came back to you." Trying to reason with them, knowing if it may be futile. Knowing what kind of stuff that Link Joker does to them. Having experienced it himself. "Enough talk lets settle this." Kaori then summoned Void powered fields for all three to use.

"Nani? A two on one..."

"Yes this way you'll come back to us faster." Hikaru could only scrowl, he had to save them from this fate. He then grabbed his deck and was about to place his starter like the other two. Until he heard a roar of a motorcycle behind him. The Motorcycle was a cobalt blue and seemed to have a rounder design. Jumping off the motorcycle and standing next to Hikaru. "Miss me?" Damn Aoi always had to be dramatic, never the less he was glad to see him.

"Aoi what are you doing can't you see he left us?" An enraged Kaori is never a good Kaori especially since she's reversed. "No he didn't leave us and I'm going to prove it." Another board appeared in front of the blue haired man as he placed his starter. "Ready King"

"Always." At the same time they all reached for their starters as they initiated their tag fight.

"Stand up, VANGUARD!" All of them shouted in unison.

---

"Go Planetal Dragon! Holy Charging Lance! The 9th damage had finally landed on the reverse duo as the power of reverse faded from their bodies. They were all out of breath by the time the fight was over. Aoi's new unit had managed to tie the game for the both of them and were able to save the last two generals. Hikaru then went to the both of them. "Can you guys stand." While a bit warn out the two grabbed hold of his hands and lifted themselves up.

"its a good thing I came here on time or else you might of been screwed king." Hikaru then turned to Aoi and gave a soft smile at his direction. "Yeah it was a close one I wouldn't have survived because you. Thanks Aoi." Aoi of course being a goof ball. "Wait what, the king said thanks..is this the apocalypse." Hikaru just looked at him blankly, probably thinking of revoking his thanks. He turned to the other two generals. "I'm glad you to are alright." They gave apogelec glances and nods as they tell Hikaru that they were worried about him. Hikaru then remembered something.

"Hey Aoi where's Tomoda?" Aoi then stopped preaching the end of the world to face his king. "He's...in the Hospital he's recovering from his last fight and is pretty shaken up from the ordeal." Hikaru gave a nod of understanding. Having been in his place not to long ago. "I have a job for you three, you don't have to except this if you don't want to but I want you to take the slums back from the reverse, Tomoda to." He then preceded to leave. Kaori went forward and grabbing his shoulder. "Why aren't you joining us?" He turned and pat her on the head and gave a small soft smile like he gave to Aoi. "Because i'm going to protect everyone's smile by taking the fight to Hawaii. You guys will be one of the last lines of defense for the resistance." He let go and went on the Oblivion as he waved to his comrades and left the slums.

Kaori only stared as she uttered. "Good luck."