Island of Maniacs 1

Astral Harmony · 11-13-2008, 09:37 PM

Chapter 1: Proving Oneself

The GKS Luguro rode the gentle waters of the Cloaked Sea, rocking slightly from port to starboard and back again. It was an early foggy September morning, yet the fog was thin enough that one could tell the sun hadn't rose into view at the time.

"Land ho! Red Island confirmed on our two o'clock!"

One could barely make out the crow's nest and the soldier inside, pointing somewhat off the bow of the ship, towards the starboard side. The message was distributed through the speaking tubes that lead everywhere on the ship.

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Lulu and Tristam stood outside the brig where Leraje the Storm was imprisoned. Lulu turned towards the cell and directed her spear at him. "There had better not be one wrong move on your part once you're relieved of those special wrist restraints, criminal. Tristam and I're wearing special magic-termination armor that will stop your spells flat. Isn't it great? First time I've ever been issued something that wasn't standard issue."

Tristam removed the cigarette from his mouth, blowing fumes with a lengthy exhalation. "Too bad we'll probably end up turning these suits in once he's been sent out with the rest of the team."
"What I don't get is why Her Majesty not only allowed, but specifically invited such a dangerous asshole to join a search and rescue team for Her Highness. Once again, I think she's gone way too far."
Tristam took another long drag. "That sounds like Kingdom's Crusaders talk to me."
Lulu shrugged lightly. "Yes. I'm a member of that group."

He coughed at this. "I didn't know that. When were you planning on telling me?"
"Well, I figured I'd talk about it when I confirmed my feelings for you but-"
Tristam was wild-eyed. "What?! Feelings for me? Lulu, I-"
Lulu held up one hand to silence him. "But I've lost all interest in you when I decided you would never stop going to that damn bar to mess with girls."
"Th-they're very friendly."
"Girls as ample of breast as they are empty of head usually are, Tristam. Ugh, now you've gone and worn out your novelty. Go upstairs and get that asshole's breakfast, already."

Tristam sighed, put out his cigarette, and began his trek. "And try to get something good for him this time," Lulu added. "It may very well be his last meal. Might as well be a good one."

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Nobody passed on the message of Red Island's sighting to Cael Hoyake. The soldiers all learned rapidly that he was not a man to be bothered. Many of them secretly debated who was crazier: Leraje or Cael.

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Two girls stood just within hearing range of Rudolph Douglas. They didn't intend to be heard, but Douglas's vampiric senses picked them up well.

The girl with short-cropped red hair addressed her long raven-haired catgirl friend. "So what if you think he's gorgeous? You're not asking him out, Nyam. You're just going to tell him that Red Island will be reached shortly and to ask him what he might like for breakfast."
"But, but-" the catgirl stammered, poking her index fingers together. "I know that when I approach him, I'm just gonna lose it and I won't be able to say anything."
Nyam's friend hung her head and sighed. "Seriously, you've gotta get over this fear of boys."
"I can talk to normal-looking boys just fine, Saren," Nyam said defensively. "But when it comes to a really hot guy like that..."

Saren patted Nyam on the back. "You're talking to him today, Nyam. I'm not helping this time. And besides, I don't think he's quite that attractive."
The two girls went out with their back on forth.

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A man of about thirty entered the cabin of one Beladere Sestis. He saluted Beladere as though he were addressing a foreign dignitary. "Lord Beladere? We are soon to arrive at Red Island and the chef is offering anything on the ship as your last meal aboard the GKS Luguro. Would you like anything prepared, or shall I just go fetch the nearest cute girl I can find like last time?"

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"Oh! That's Akane Yukio! Man, now I want to join that search and rescue team."
"Akane-who?"
The girlishly-beautiful blonde boy with the long hair turned to his friend, another soldier with spikey dark green hair. "Akane Yukio. She's pretty famous for being an incredible brawler. I saw her in several fights while I was on leave and touring the islands. Made a good amount of money on her, too. Do you think I should get her autograph?"
The spikey-haired guy grinned evilly. "Luco, are you sure an autograph is all you want from her?"
Luco blushed. "Whuh-well, I mean-Richard, are you trying to embarrass me?"

Richard folded his arms and looked Akane up and down. "Whatever, man. Famous brawler or whatever, all I see is a very nice piece of ass."
Luco backed off. "You're going to try to get her, aren't you? I don't think that's wise."
"Relax, Luco. Watch how a master works."
Richard walked up to Akane so she could notice him. "Hello, there. This is kind of out of the blue, I know, but I just wanted to ask: did you bring all these people with you, because I was hoping it was just going to be the two of us."
Luco couldn't take his eyes off of Richard and Akane. He didn't know anything about Akane on a personal level, and Richard had earned himself quite a few temporary girlfriends. Could an ass like Richard actually land an admirable warrioress like Akane?

11-13-2008, 09:37 PM	#1
Astral Harmony Don't Hate Me 'Cause I'm Moe Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Harmonial Sanctum Posts: 6,798	Island of Maniacs 1 Chapter 1: Proving Oneself The GKS Luguro rode the gentle waters of the Cloaked Sea, rocking slightly from port to starboard and back again. It was an early foggy September morning, yet the fog was thin enough that one could tell the sun hadn't rose into view at the time. "Land ho! Red Island confirmed on our two o'clock!" One could barely make out the crow's nest and the soldier inside, pointing somewhat off the bow of the ship, towards the starboard side. The message was distributed through the speaking tubes that lead everywhere on the ship. ----- Lulu and Tristam stood outside the brig where Leraje the Storm was imprisoned. Lulu turned towards the cell and directed her spear at him. "There had better not be one wrong move on your part once you're relieved of those special wrist restraints, criminal. Tristam and I're wearing special magic-termination armor that will stop your spells flat. Isn't it great? First time I've ever been issued something that wasn't standard issue." Tristam removed the cigarette from his mouth, blowing fumes with a lengthy exhalation. "Too bad we'll probably end up turning these suits in once he's been sent out with the rest of the team." "What I don't get is why Her Majesty not only allowed, but specifically invited such a dangerous asshole to join a search and rescue team for Her Highness. Once again, I think she's gone way too far." Tristam took another long drag. "That sounds like Kingdom's Crusaders talk to me." Lulu shrugged lightly. "Yes. I'm a member of that group." He coughed at this. "I didn't know that. When were you planning on telling me?" "Well, I figured I'd talk about it when I confirmed my feelings for you but-" Tristam was wild-eyed. "What?! Feelings for me? Lulu, I-" Lulu held up one hand to silence him. "But I've lost all interest in you when I decided you would never stop going to that damn bar to mess with girls." "Th-they're very friendly." "Girls as ample of breast as they are empty of head usually are, Tristam. Ugh, now you've gone and worn out your novelty. Go upstairs and get that asshole's breakfast, already." Tristam sighed, put out his cigarette, and began his trek. "And try to get something good for him this time," Lulu added. "It may very well be his last meal. Might as well be a good one." ----- Nobody passed on the message of Red Island's sighting to Cael Hoyake. The soldiers all learned rapidly that he was not a man to be bothered. Many of them secretly debated who was crazier: Leraje or Cael. ----- Two girls stood just within hearing range of Rudolph Douglas. They didn't intend to be heard, but Douglas's vampiric senses picked them up well. The girl with short-cropped red hair addressed her long raven-haired catgirl friend. "So what if you think he's gorgeous? You're not asking him out, Nyam. You're just going to tell him that Red Island will be reached shortly and to ask him what he might like for breakfast." "But, but-" the catgirl stammered, poking her index fingers together. "I know that when I approach him, I'm just gonna lose it and I won't be able to say anything." Nyam's friend hung her head and sighed. "Seriously, you've gotta get over this fear of boys." "I can talk to normal-looking boys just fine, Saren," Nyam said defensively. "But when it comes to a really hot guy like that..." Saren patted Nyam on the back. "You're talking to him today, Nyam. I'm not helping this time. And besides, I don't think he's quite that attractive." The two girls went out with their back on forth. ----- A man of about thirty entered the cabin of one Beladere Sestis. He saluted Beladere as though he were addressing a foreign dignitary. "Lord Beladere? We are soon to arrive at Red Island and the chef is offering anything on the ship as your last meal aboard the GKS Luguro. Would you like anything prepared, or shall I just go fetch the nearest cute girl I can find like last time?" ----- "Oh! That's Akane Yukio! Man, now I want to join that search and rescue team." "Akane-who?" The girlishly-beautiful blonde boy with the long hair turned to his friend, another soldier with spikey dark green hair. "Akane Yukio. She's pretty famous for being an incredible brawler. I saw her in several fights while I was on leave and touring the islands. Made a good amount of money on her, too. Do you think I should get her autograph?" The spikey-haired guy grinned evilly. "Luco, are you sure an autograph is all you want from her?" Luco blushed. "Whuh-well, I mean-Richard, are you trying to embarrass me?" Richard folded his arms and looked Akane up and down. "Whatever, man. Famous brawler or whatever, all I see is a very nice piece of ass." Luco backed off. "You're going to try to get her, aren't you? I don't think that's wise." "Relax, Luco. Watch how a master works." Richard walked up to Akane so she could notice him. "Hello, there. This is kind of out of the blue, I know, but I just wanted to ask: did you bring all these people with you, because I was hoping it was just going to be the two of us." Luco couldn't take his eyes off of Richard and Akane. He didn't know anything about Akane on a personal level, and Richard had earned himself quite a few temporary girlfriends. Could an ass like Richard actually land an admirable warrioress like Akane?