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[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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[Pearl shakes her head, folding her hands in front of herself. They fidget slightly.]

I was never made to be a leader. Besides, I don't think I would fair well under all that stress. I've been called a perfectionist at times. And it's a curse. [Pearl laughs weakly with a shrug.]

I don't mind being support.

Don't be stupid. Leaders should strive for perfection. How the hell are the followers going to succeed in any way if their leader isn't a perfectionist? A perfectionist makes a powerful leader.

_{[ Gin scritches at the side of his cheek, humming in thought. ]}

If people call that a curse, they've got problems. _{[ basically, he's saying there's nothing wrong with you. ]} But who am I to judge— we've just met. If you're content being side character blacksmith in Dr*gon Qu*st, oi, that's fine.

Just don't let anybody ever tell you that you wouldn't make a good leader.

_{[ seriousness aside, Gin peers at the sword again. ]}

Hey, does it have a name? Can I Bankai with this thing?
_{[ no matter how much he wants to try and believe it, you're not from Bleach, Gintoki. Stop trying to be. ]}

I'm not...

[Pearl sighs. There's no use in arguing about it. Peridot's words repeat in her head. You're just a Pearl. Snapping out of it, she looks at the sword, confused.]

No, it doesn't have a name. And it doesn't... bankai. Whatever that is.

_{[ It's good that she didn't mention Peridot and it's probably good that Gintoki didn't catch Peridot's name when he bumped into her.
They stood in the middle of a crowd, arguing who should apologize first. He tried to get her to physically pay for an apology. Nothing about her intimidated him.

That's pretty much how it went.

Gintoki's eyes graze over the blade again. It's been so long since he's handled an actual sword and not a wooden bokuto since.. swords were banned where he's from. Which sucks. Considering he's a samurai and everything.

Finally, he carefully lifts it and rests the handle against the crook of his shoulder. When he speaks, he seems to be muttering, but she can probably understand him: ]}

Yo. Thanks a lot. Not just anyone would give up something like this, even though it's temporary.

[Pearl smiles a little wider and nods.]

You're more than welcomed, Gin. I would only hope the same would be done for me if I was in the same predicament.

Granted, most people I have met here, in ALASTAIR have been relatively kind.

_{[ It looks like Gintoki is on his way to leave? Alteady? Well, he's a bit of a wanderer, anyway. It's sort of a habit from being an orphan with no guidance in the middle of a war to just.. wander. ]}

A lot of people wouldn't have. Some people think a sword is apart of your spirit; some mystical crap like that. Giving up a part of you isn't the easiest thing.
_{[ He thinks it's cool, but he's not comfortable enough to just say that yet since they've just met.
Especially since you called him a gorilla. Let there be tsun.

Anyway, his back to Pearl as he seemed to be walking off. Feel free to accompany him, but he's waving a hand over his shoulder in a wordless farewell. ]}

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