Spend some time with dad

[crow_dad]

Who: Kogarasumaru
Broadcast: Nope
Action: Iskaulit
When: Today until the 11th

Iskaulit - The Dojo

[This is a place where Kogarasumaru offers swordsmanship lessons but also a chance for people to spar in safety. However, today this space doesn't appear to be used for either of those things. In fact, if one is to come to this space for either they will instead find the tiny sword dancing. There's no music but it almost seems like it doesn't require it really. There's a sort of tranquility to his expression as he moves before he turns towards the one who has stepped inside and offers a smile as he holds his hand out towards that person.]

Will you watch or dance?

[He's now paused in his motions as he waits for the answer.]


Iskaulit - Fox Park

[Despite the snow, there is a pretty young man sitting there with a fox sleeping on his lap while he strokes the fur gently. He has no shoes or gloves on and clearly doesn't appear to be bothered by the snow. Is it cold? Well he's showing no signs of caring about that or even recognizing the fact and instead just enjoying the company of his companion.

Seeing someone, he lifts a finger to his painted lips in a soft shhh before smiling.]

Softly now. This little one sleeps.


Iskaulit - Hallway

[At some point he'll be found simply standing in a hallway looking thoughtful. There's really not much else going on honestly. He's just sort of looking off into the distance pondering something. At least until he notices that he isn't alone. At that point he'll turn with one of his customary smiles.]

Would you happen to be able to tell this father which establishment you would recommend for drinks? I would like to partake in one right now.

[Who better to ask than another person, right?]

Comments

[crow_dad]

Perhaps the next time we train I will bring him. That way you can meet him then.

[scalpelofmarmora]

I would like that. I have not had the opportunity to see many avian creatures here. Most of the paladins and others on the ships have dogs or cats of some variety. The only one truly different is that Lance has one he calls a cow.

[Pidge’s space caterpillar is not strange to him so it didn’t seem worth mentioning]

[crow_dad]

A cow? What a lovely creature. Useful as well. Humans have kept them for centuries as a way of getting extra food.

[scalpelofmarmora]

There are similar creatures on different worlds, but they are not the same. Lance was particularly excited about being able to get fresh milk when she first arrived. Apparently the cow is smaller than normal, but has not become younger.

[crow_dad]

So the cow can still be milked but she is smaller in size?

[scalpelofmarmora]

As I understand it, yes. She is still the same as if she were fully grown, just smaller. I have not seen one at full size to be able to judge.

[crow_dad]

They are quite large. Something I don't just mean because I am very small. I believe it would have the head reach your chest at least.

[scalpelofmarmora]

Are they now? That is big creature.

[Not even touching the comment that he’s short. He doesn’t see height as a disadvantage, just sometimes an inconvenience]

[crow_dad]

Of course. They typically provide enough milk to feed entire families. Of course, that practice is rarer in Japan but I know it is still common practice in some places.

[scalpelofmarmora]

Remarkable. I was not aware how big they could actually get. Lance's Kaltenecker is quite small compared to me. Cows are not common in Japan?

[crow_dad]

I would say that is more accurate that milk is not as common in Japan. At least it wasn't in my time save for feeding infants, a task done by a mother. I'm not certain if that has changed with the modern age. I've not been able to really see for myself.

[scalpelofmarmora]

Of course. I understand. It would be interesting to find out if it has changed. I know there are some here from Japan. They may have an idea if it is something that needs to be answered.

[crow_dad]

I would be interested to know this as well. If you are able to learn the answer before I am please let me know.

[scalpelofmarmora]

Of course. I will let you know if I find the answer.

[He is still petting the fox, oddly pleased that it hasn't gotten up and wandered off. He does smile faintly]

I think I should like to help you with this if you want it.

[crow_dad]

[He smiles up at him. Ulaz has such a soft quality to him when he smiles.]

With caring for the foxes?

[scalpelofmarmora]

[It's not something he'd felt like he could do for the longest time. Being in the fleet, he'd started seeing the qualities that he had hoped for in their world all around him... and it was getting easier to smile]

Yes, with caring for them, anything you need help with.

[crow_dad]

I would welcome this. Particularly since they are so fond of you already. Thank you, Ulaz.

[Now he can be sure that these little creatures will be well cared for. He appreciates that.]

[scalpelofmarmora]

It is not a problem. And thank you as well. I would welcome the chance.

[crow_dad]

Having someone so large around will help them adjust to more people I think. To see that we're not so frightening and mean them well.

[His fingers touch the soft fur of the fox.]

I feel they have been left only somewhat attended for quite awhile. They've forgotten the joy of being with people.

[scalpelofmarmora]

[Ulaz thinks about that for a moment. Yes, it is a good idea to get them used to different people, different appearances. That way they will be more comfortable with everyone]

I'll come and spend time with them even by myself, help them get readjusted.

[crow_dad]

I can show you how to feed them as well. That way we can work together to get them on a more regular feeding schedule. It will be healthier for their little bodies to have a regular food source.

[scalpelofmarmora]

That would be good. I'd think it is better to get them used to being fed at a certain time. More likely they will come out to get the food. Allows us to makes sure they are well and uninjured.

[crow_dad]

Those were my thoughts as well. It will help us to build a stronger bond with them too. To let them know they will be safe when we enter.

[scalpelofmarmora]

Another good reason. The keeper of the food is generally considered someone safe by animals.

[crow_dad]

A fact not too surprising since food is safety.