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[beyourrock]

[Pearl was a little apprehensive at first to go ahead about this. But when she thought about it, this would be beneficial to many people here. Especially for people who were not used to missions, or even fighting for that matter.

Swallowing hard, Pearl lifts her head and sets her 'communicator' on a rock in the outskirts of the city. Out of harm's way. Once it was perfect, she starts.]

Greetings everyone of ALASTAIR. My name is Pearl, and I wanted to offer my assistance.

[In her hand, it looks to be a sword, held confidently. She bows in greeting to the jewel, shifting awkwardly. This was so different than what she's used to. Heck, she didn't know if it was even working.

Behind her, another 'Pearl' comes up behind her, with a sword as well, about to strike her over the head with it. But in one swift movement, the opposing Pearl falls to the ground, flickering. Pearl lowers her arm, the sword having penetrated the hologram, which fizzles out of existence altogether.]

I have experience when it comes to swordsmanship, and as well as experience with the use of a spear. I wanted to gather if there would be any interest for some training. We all come from many different backgrounds, myself included. I want to make sure everyone has a chance to defend themselves.

For now, I'm gauging interest. Also, if anyone else is interested in hosting some training as well. I don't... mean to be the 'head' of any group. I merely wish to help where I can. This would help immensely for what might be on the horizon for us.

If anyone has any questions, please let me know. And if you wish to speak to me in person, I'm just on the outskirts here.

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[beyourrock]

It just kind of... bleed into my battle techniques. It works adequately with my form you see before you. And I feel very comfortable with it.

Dancing is an important aspect of my culture. it wasn't until I came to Earth did I find out it was done for recreational activities.

[evasively]

Dancing was only a form of recreation in my world as well. What did it mean in yours?

[beyourrock]

It's um.

[Pearl clears her throat, and rubs the back of her neck sheepishly.]

It's used for fusion between Gems.

[evasively]

[ Why does she suddenly sound so nervous??? ]

Fusion ...? Gems? I'm not following.

[beyourrock]

It's a very intimate custom.

We dance in order to synchronize our gems, and we then become one being.

[evasively]

That sounds like a very romantic thing.

[beyourrock]

In a way, it can be. At other times, it's for a mutual benefit. To overcome obstacles you couldn't do alone.

Just as long as you have a healthy relationship with whomever you fuse with.

[evasively]

Will the 'fusion' be stronger if your relationship with the other person is stronger?

[beyourrock]

Yes, that is true. Sometimes they can stay fused for a very long time.

[evasively]

That would require a very deep bond, wouldn't it?

[ and since she confirmed that it can be 'romantic': ]

Something like 'love', perhaps?

[beyourrock]

Yes. Love.

[Pearl nods again, her expression turning forlorn, before she shakes her head and waves her hand dismissively.]

But yeah! That's basically fusion!

[evasively]

[ The shift in her expression doesn't go unnoticed. An old wound, maybe? Or a longing for someone else? Fai isn't tactless enough to bring it up, however. He wouldn't want someone to pry into his life like that. ]

I can't imagine what that must be like - to become 'one' with someone else. You would have to open yourself up to them completely.

[ It's something he would be too afraid to ever do. Fai simply has too many secrets to allow another person into his mind. ]

[beyourrock]

[Pearl laughs weakly.]

You share everything with them. Mind, and body. It's an incredible feeling.

[Pearl swallows hard and tries to offer a small smile.] But no one will have to worry about any giant fusions around here.

[There is Steven, but he's only fused with one other person thus far. And Peridot? Heck no. Not over her shattered gem.]

[evasively]

[ It probably is incredible. Fai also finds it scary, however. He doesn't think he could ever be ready to let someone be that close. ] Hm? 'Giant'?

You become bigger when you fuse?

[beyourrock]

The more Gems within a fusion, the bigger the fusion becomes.

[Her pearl flickers and a hologram of herself and another larger gem fuse together in a graceful dance. Two glowing gems to represent two of them. And then, another much larger fusion comes into view, with three gems glowing on it. This one had wild long hair and four arms. That's right. Four arms. And the two of them become one giant being.

With eight arms. And much bigger than the last.]

Obviously, the more gems that come together, synchronized, the stronger it becomes.

[evasively]

[ The holograms she's able to create are quite impressive. Fai wonders if it's a kind of magic. From such a distance away, he's unable to tell, however. ] ... She's beautiful.

[ Eight arms on a person is something he's never quite seen, but there's an elegance and strength to the fused forms that he's able to recognise. ]

Well, what happens when the gems don't quite get along?

[beyourrock]

They create... something horrific.

[The hologram forms again, two gems, who don't seem to get along very well. And when the two fuse, they become a gigantic being with two sets of arms, posed like a four legged beast. And the torso that sits up straight also has a pair of arms. That's right, she's entirely composed of arms.]

[evasively]

Really? This one is still quite cute to me. [ There's an amused chuckle. Fai doesn't appear horrified, even if he agrees that that fusion's appearance was quite unorthodox. He doesn't quite have it in him to find the appearance of something unpleasant. ]

It was nice of you to share so much about your world. You may call me Fai. It's a pleasure to meet you!

[beyourrock]

I'm sorry for all that!

[She covers her cheeks, realizing she had been on a rant for a while now.]

It's a pleasure to meet you as well, Fai! Where do you come from?

[evasively]

A country called 'Celes'. It's quite cold over there! [ and almost everyone is dead but he's not going to bring up that part. ]

I was in a different world before this one, however.

[beyourrock]

What was your profession before coming here?

[he seemed pretty easy going. Maybe a cheerful shop owner of some sort?]

this took ages ... feel free to drop it

[evasively]

In which world? I've had quite a few. It changes from place to place. [ meaning he just picks up whatever job will help him blend in. ]