VIDEO; UN:ODINSON

[deemed]

So we are to fight. [Odinson is freshly bathed, his hair tied back in a knot. There's a new light in his eyes at the promise of this. Killing robots is a task well-suited to him. This he can do.]

Being newly-come to this group, I know few of you, and few of you know me. I would know the skills and knowledge of those I will fight alongside. Or die alongside, if this enemy is truly so formidable. [The half-smile that follows indicates he doesn't quite believe that's a possibility.]

Myself, I am Odinson, of Asgardia, God of Thunder. [There's the slightest hesitation there, for anyone who'll notice such a thing. Something unsaid.] I have fought across the nine realms of my universe, and will fight here with hammer or blade or my fists until the enemy is routed or I am slain. If any wish to spar or learn to fight in the days before we are summoned to Oska, you have only to call on me.

Likewise, any tacticians or those with knowledge of Oska or the enemy, share your knowledge. We ought have some plan before we are shipped back. [Is that sarcasm???]

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video; un. wanda

[scarletcast]

[ She ponders this message for a while and eventually, turns on video. If he knows her he may recognise her. If not... they can start over, she supposes. As much as she's not invested in a second chance, it'd be a relief to have a fresh start with someone. ]

Is there a difference between Asgard and Asgardia?

[ yep, this is how she says hello ]

[deemed]

[There's no sign of recognition in his face as he talks.]

That is not a simple answer. Suffice to say they are both home to the Asgardian gods. [But he's interested-] How do you know of Asgard?

voice; un. hawkeye

[strictdiscipline]

[Once, perhaps, she would have been awed to be in the presence of literal gods. Now the news is simply another fact to be sorted and tucked away, her voice tinged not with wonder but only with residual exhaustion from her most recent mission.]

My name is Riza Hawkeye. Well met, Odinson, God of Thunder. [Formalities now finished:] I take it you weren't present for Perdition's Rest?

[deemed]

Well met, Riza Hawkeye. [He's confused momentarily by the username, put in mind of a man he knows who shares it. But coincidences happen, of course.]

I was there at the end, subduing the infected and supporting those who lived in Woodhurst. [He was a bit of a loner, avoiding everyone else instead of introducing himself like a normal person.]

video | username: olivia

[winces]

[ when she speaks, her voice is soft and timid, and her eyes do not lift further than his chin. to hear that they must fight once more makes her weary, but she knows it important that everyone know they can count on each other. ]

My Lord, my name is Olivia. I am not the strongest fighter, but I can wield a sword and use my fists if I must. For healing, I am better suited. [ a pause. once, she would not have figured her second set of powers suitable to battle. but after woodhurst... ]

That, and emotions.

[deemed]

Well met, Olivia. Where I am from, a good healer is worth her weight in gold. [And they are always needed, even by the gods.]

What do you mean by 'emotions'? Are you an empath? [He knows of people who can read and manipulate emotions like psychics can read minds.]

video | username: xXx_trueblue_xXx

[competing]

[ yes! a call to arms! a call for organization! good job, odinson!! TEAMWORK!! ]

Yo, check it! Resident sharpshooter (™) here. Ever heard of Voltron? Defenders of the universe? Yeah — the whole universe. [ he's kind of a big deal. ] Lance, the Blue Paladin's the name, defending's the game.

[deemed]

[Odinson's never heard of you, but he's nodding because it sounds familiar. (Though the Defenders he knows only work on Earth. It's probably different in your universe.)]

I do not know this Volton, but it is good to hear of more seasoned warriors on our team. Well met, Lance, the Blue Paladin.

video; un: urahara

[predomination]

Ah~ I imagine you know Loki-san then.

[SOMEONE HAD TO SAY IT.]

As for me... Urahara Kisuke, at your service.

[this is the part where you tell him what you're good at Kisuke and don't say "everything."]

[deemed]

[His eyebrows draw together at Loki's name.]

Loki is my brother.

video | un; sieglindesullivan

[grunehexe]

Hail, Odinson of Asgardia, God of Thunder.

[She would curtsy, but. Sitting. As is, she bobs slightly deferentially.]

I am Sieglinde Sullivan, the Green Witch, of Wolfsschlucht. I do not possess the strength for the frontlines, but I have been seeing to the healing and health of Audentes since its inception.

Should you or a companion require such aid, it would be an honor despite the misfortune of such a situation.

[Surely she... greets all newcomers so formally and welcoming, not just... the brothers of certain gods she might be currently very peeved at.]

[deemed]

[No, this is how everyone should be greeted.]

Hail and well met, Sieglinde Sullivan. I am glad to find yet another healer in our company.

Video; un: baaaan

[perma_banned]

Well, we're gonna have to get some practice in and I could use a partner, pal. ['God of Thunder' sounded intimidating enough to snag his interest and Ban had nothing to lose that he couldn't grow back.]

I'll take ya' up on that offer.

[deemed]

[Excuse the appraising look Odinson gives you. He's learnt not to judge a book by it's cover, but nevertheless... the cover usually gives an indication of what a book can do.]

With what do you fight?

not here

[selfimage]

[ blows a raspberry. ]

yeah you better not be here

[deemed]

[i g n o r e s y o u]

( video ) un: achilles

[heelies]

So there reigns another deathless god who marshals clouds as does Zeus who bears the aegis. I am honored to be in your presence, O mighty Odinson. Until now I had known of the gods who dwell in Asgard only by Loki, god of lies. The man who comes before you now is Achilles, son of Peleus and Thetis the silver-footed goddess, he who is lauded as the best of the Achaeans. My skill and strength in waging war, with long-shadowed spear and keen-edged blade alike, is proof of this.

[deemed]

[Here is something wholly unexpected.

Loki's name brings a scowl to his face, but his expression turns into something graver, more formal.]

Hail and well met, Achilles of the Achaeans, son of Peleus and Thetis. Tales of your strength and renown have reached as far as the Realm Eternal, where even my people have taken interest in your deeds. From Hercules himself have I heard of your might and skill. [At last, something like a smile appears on his face.]

I am honoured to have the chance to fight at your side.

video | un:aqua

[keeper]

Greetings, Odinson, of Asgardia and of Thunder.

[ He certainly looks the part of a god, and she doesn't doubt his strength has already proven valuable to Audentes. (And, though she doesn't normally give her full title, such a proper introduction seems to merit the same in turn.) ]

My name is Master Aqua, though I am known simply as 'Aqua', here. I can wield a blade, as well as magic—elemental and healing, to name a few.

[deemed]

A formidable range of skills. Well met, Master Aqua. [Odinson isn't as prejudiced as he used to be about people using magic rather than their own strength, but still.]

Have you been with the Audentes long?

video; un: G.SLQHV

[twinpeak]

[ While everyone else is giving the polite introductions... ]

—Whoa, so you're like a real god? That's not just a title, right?

[deemed]

[Usually he'd smile and his heart warmed by the child's surprise.

But little warms his heart these days, and talking of his godhood warms his least of all-]

Aye. I and my kin are of the Eternal Realm of Asgard. For good or ill, we have watched over humanity, answered their prayers for uncounted ages.

text; un: demon cyborg

[scrap_metal]

A god? Is that your title? If so, it's a weird one.

But I'll proceed to answer your questions.

I can handle myself in both close-range melee and long-range combat based on fire explosions. Albeit I, unfortunately, did not carry here arms best honed for combat. Doesn't matter, I've had the basic model equipped for over a year before the development of more powerful models started. I'm used to them, and that might be an advantage of its own.

I will do my best to provide strong and aggressive support in the action.

[deemed]

I will see you in that action, o warrior [And he'll talk more of your many skills in just a second-]

'God' is no title. I am a god, not a man. Just as you, I take it, are a cyborg.

( video | un: skywalker )

[apoptotic]

Do you want a map?

[ is this sarcasm in return?

]

[deemed]

Have you one?

[who even knows. odinson hasn't yet been overwhelmed by tacticians responding and he's starting to think he might have to take charge and that would be terrible he's not a good leader of anyone on a good day]

audio | un:lancer

[riastraid]

[ Odinson of Asgardia has a couple extra syllables in it, but hell, no harm in asking: ]

You wouldn't happen to have Gungnir on you?

[deemed]

[a pause- ]

Gungnir is the spear of Odin All-Father. I do not wield her.

video | un: beloved

[dailydouble]

[ While the video does show a very large and fluffy cat, the voice coming from him is one that Odinson will recognize as Ahad's. He doesn't at all intend to address his form, unless Odinson does. Let him believe that Ahad always looks like a cat, for all he cares. ]

Shall we bother with introductions this time? You seemed less interested before.

[deemed]

If you wish.

[Odinson is still not convinced that his brother has not ensorcelled this man into befriending him, but this is not the place to voice his concerns.]

I will fight alongside any who raises their arm beside me.

audio | un: lucina

[tolight]

Well met, Odinson. [ There's respect in her voice — because while this isn't her first ( or last ) time fighting alongside gods, they're still... you know, gods. There are other things to focus on than what someone is, but old habits are hard to break. ] My name is Lucina, of Ylisse. [ The rest of her titles are unnecessary here. ]

I believe the others have shared what they can, but if you are looking for a sparring partner... I am proficient with swords and lances, if I do say so myself. [ Probably not against a god, but why would she back away from a challenge?? ]

[deemed]

Well met, Lucina of Ylisse. [Without the image to distract, Odinson sounds tired.]

I am still seeking a weapon of my own, but I would be glad to spar with you. It is long since I have practiced against the spear. [He's used to fighting with mortals and restraining himself- and he isn't so proud that he always needs to win.]

VIDEO | un: p.parker

[webdesigned]

( he doesn't feel like he has to fill Odinson in on his powers after his tell-all blog, so he'll just skip that part. )

I can try and answer questions about Oska, if you want? What in particular do you want know? I know less about Zymandis, but I feel like a lot of us don't know much about them.

...I've never actually sparred someone before. I'd be willing to give it a shot.

[deemed]

How will the fight go best in Oska? What parts of the terrain can we use to our advantage? What areas must we take command of, key areas, defensible positions-

We do not know the number of the enemy, so we cannot tell if the fight will last a day or a week. Or more. [A sigh, he looks off camera for a moment.]

A spar would be a welcome distraction, Peter Parker.

video; un: @daria

[conqueress]

Your questions have served you well, Odinson.

[ A touch of wry trolling. ]

When it comes to battle, you will find me in the skies. [ She smiles sweetly for him. ] Dragonfire poses scant threat to Asgardians, I trust?

[deemed]

[His shoulders tense, but he doesn't respond to the teasing.]

That depends on the size of the dragon.

un: loki.2

[mistruths]

For honour and glory, then, is it? Are you fighting for yourself or for Asgard, Odinson? Ah, excuse me. Asgardia.

[ let's see how long it takes him to realize... ]

[deemed]

[Odinson is sober now, clear-headed and driven. It is at once clear that something has gone wrong-


and his first instinct, as always, is to suspect his brother. He has been made a fool of again.] Loki-

video; un: navigator

[weatherscience]

[ the video that comes as a response shows a young woman, holding what seems to be a stick in her hand, twirling it absently as she taps her cheek. ]

A god of... thunder?

[ hmmm.... ] Does that mean you are resistant to thunder strikes? I haven't really been able to test the full power of the sorcery clima-tact, even in battle. Maybe you could help me with that, and I can tell you something about Oska in return.

[deemed]

What is a sorcery climatact?

[He's not agreeing to anything he's never heard of before.]

video; un: steelsamayarai

[feytality]

[everyone's being so polite and nice, and then there's Maya] Heeeey, you talk funny, just like Mr. Achilles and the Lokis! If you're a god and you're from Asgourd [that's... Asgard(ia), Maya.....] does that mean you know him, I mean, them?

[.....]

Do you have a cool truth sword too?!

[at least she didn't kinkshame Loki... yet]

[deemed]

[It would be easy enough to ignore this, easier still to reply in a foul temper (because 1. he has no weapon and 2. mentioning Loki puts him in a foul mood

but-] Loki wields Gram? He has it in his possession?

video. un: schbrodingers cat

[12inches]

Let's leave the dying part off for now, dude, positive attitude.

[ He sees that half-smile and raises a joke in return. Or at least... mostly a joke. Not dying today is just a good happy place for him, don't ruin it. ]

Uh, Sigma Klim, of Earth. I'm not a tactician, but I know the castle like the back of my hand, I guess. And I've been training with Achilles for a while now. I donno how much good a sword's gonna do against giant robots, but it's all I got.

[ Or, well. His brow furrows a little. ] Okay maybe not all I got, but mileage kinda varies on the other stuff.

[deemed]

What manner of 'other stuff' do you mean?

video; un: Mob

[hundredths]

[Ah, here's a familiar face. Man... even on a screen that air of coolness is unmistakable...it almost feels like he's watching a clip from a movie instead of somebody talking in a video??

But anyway--here is Mob, angling the feed a little awkwardly to his own face, expression...neutral, pretty much. But he's glad to see you again, really.]

Oh...hello, Odinson-san. Your arm's better now?

[deemed]

Well met, Kageyama Shigeo. My arm is well, thank you. How are you finding this land of cats?