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[grounds]

Who: Octavia Blake & Open
Broadcast: Everyone
Action: Moon or Wonderduck
When: Broadcast, evening of Oct 16; Action, whenever

[The feed that pops up is originating from a basic (and boring) room above one of the old timey buildings on the moon. Octavia's lounging on the cot, tossing a baseball sized object up into the air, then catching it, not really looking at the comm.]

I gotta admit that the past two weeks-- or however long since I got here-- have been pretty damn long. Back home, there was so much more to do. [The ball goes up in the air.] Not in the entertaining way [And down again.] but stuff we had to get done. Hunting, scouting, building, repairing, you get the idea. It was one thing after another, the days went by in a flash.

[She catches the ball again and sticks it on the small side table by her cot, sitting up at the same time.] Pretty much, doing stuff for fun wasn't on the agenda, so I'm kinda at a loss here.

[Octavia huffs, blowing a bit of hair out of her face, before finally looking at the comm.]

I guess suggestions are welcomed if anyone wants to toss one my way. [Her boots tap the floor for a moment.] Also, I want to keep learning combat. So far, I've gotten decent with a sword, but I don't want to stop. Unarmed is good, too. Honestly, whatever's fine. I can take a beating, and I'm a quick enough study. I can't pay right now, that'd be later, unless favors or chores work, too.

[There's a pause, where she considers something.] My name's Octavia Blake. I'm security on the Wonderduck. You can find me there or on the moon for now if you want. That's it I guess.

[She flashes a sheepish grin before cutting the broadcast. Feel free to run into her on the ship or moon, whenever.]

Comments

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[unfulfilledpotential]

[Shawn's poking in from the bar, in-between serving drinks to various people. It's a quiet lull for once, but he's grinning from ear to ear as he gives her a wave.]

Depends on what kind of fun you're looking for. I get off in about ten minutes, if you're up for card games. Or word games. I know way too many of those for my own good - or uh, basketball? But that's way more fun with more people.

[Makeshift basketball, anyhow - this planet wasn't exactly built for the sports he knows and loves.]

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[grounds]

[She breaks into a grin at the suggestions. Word games sound a little cheesy, but the cards have her interested.]

Which saloon are you at? I'll meet you there. You'll have to bring the cards.

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[unfulfilledpotential]

Sure. I'm over at [this saloon]. Don't worry, I think I can snag a deck from someone.

[How he's going to get it, though, is up for debate.]

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[resnipstance]

I have to admit, I'm feeling likewise. I'm not really sure how to structure my days in an environment like this either.

Why the interest in combat? Out of curiosity.

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[grounds]

[This chick's appearance gets a raise of her eyebrows, but that's it.]

There was a lot more to focus on back home, so it's pretty weird here. [Octavia just shrugs.] I was learning back home, and I don't want to stop now. Plus, I'm security, so it makes sense.

[resnipstance]

[Ahsoka seems to think over something for a minute, before she nods.]

... That's fair enough.

I don't know that I'm qualified to teach, but if you want someone to practice hand-to-hand or your sword skills with, I'd be happy to do that once I manage to get off the Marsiva.

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[lostthebet]

I can offer some sparring, knifework, and marksmanship training.

As far as entertainment goes ... what d'you say we gather up some folks and have a good honest game of poker?

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[grounds]

[Octavia visibly perks up.] Knifework sounds interesting, if that works.

[More interest, good going, dude!] I've never played.

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[lostthebet]

Yeah, sure thing! You got one or you need one?

And don't worry, I can teach ya. It's a good way to spend some time with friends and, you know, get a little extra glimmer in the bank while you're at it. [Or, you know, lose a little extra glimmer. It went both ways.]

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[takeabow]

Decided to outsource?

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[grounds]

I'm not ashamed to ask for help when I need it, okay? Plus, you could use some ideas, too. [There some good natured ribbing in her remarks.]

[takeabow]

Why do you think I responded? I'm taking notes.

[ yeah, right ]

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[redactions]

I run a gym aboard the Iskaulit; you're always welcome to join. I box.

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[grounds]

And you'd teach me some things? [She sounds maybe a little hopeful.]

Who would I even look for, anyway, Mister Faceless Voice?

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[redactions]

Sure.

I'd say "guy with the metal arm" but there's more'n one of us. I'm the only one usually there, anyway.

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[wolfuncaged]

[Fenris isn't one for small talk, or even any real greetings, so he probably sounds a little abrupt, but he's honestly being mostly friendly. ]

I have acquired a sword, if you still wish to have one.

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[grounds]

[And this is out of left field from the other ballpark entirely! She looks surprised as she can, only responding instinctively.]

You what? [Octavia stops to gather her composure.] That's awesome, yes! [Another pause.] I mean, yes, but why? Er... how?

[Wow, she's failing at being coherent. Good work, Fenris.]

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[wolfuncaged]

I have a friend here, she made herself a collection. I asked, and she was happy to donate one for you.

[He says it as if it isn't a big deal. To him, it isn't. Gal needs a sword, he will get a sword. Swords are important. ]

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[radiantwingedone]

[ This actually reminds him about something. Sure, the spell worked fine for him, however! Testing all the options. ]

And if you have nothing against magic, I have a blade I've been forgetting to test in someone else's hands.

[ That didn't come out right... He thinks. Sorry, he got thinking too hard on other things. ]

... I can explain if you aren't bothered by magic. Would probably just be a waste of both our time if I did and you didn't want to touch it.

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[grounds]

Never encountered it before. [She pauses, thoughtful.]

Okay, explain. I'll give you an answer when you're finished.

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[radiantwingedone]

[ Well, that's one way not to have any opinions- ]

I made a spell that ... makes a physical shape of a sword. It's temporary, but would work in a situation where any normal blades have been... lost. [ Or taken by the things that steal people from where they were. ]

I have tested it - it's sharp, it keeps its shape and edge, its a little lighter than one would expect, it lasts a rough half an hour after I stop fueling it. I haven't handed it off to anyone else to make sure the results are the same. I would still be fueling the initial creation, but it wouldn't require magic after that.

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[evildetector]

Think there are a lot of situations coming up where sword-fighting might be useful? 'Cause, I dunno. If you're bored, maybe like - macrame, or cross-stitch...

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[grounds]

Probably situations where defending myself would be. [This look.] Are you offering lessons or something?

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[digthefuzz]

Uh-oh, it's the tough old security guard... What are we going to do?

[He crosses his arms and smirks teasingly.]

You know, I know a thing or two about hand-to-hand combat. I know that it must sound disarming...

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[grounds]

Dunno about the rest of us, but I know you are about to be quiet. [There's a half hearted scowl here.]

It makes about as much sense as anything else about you, so what the hell.