driftfleet | 002 In Which Vampires are Silly

Who: Akeldama and you!
Broadcast: Yes
Action: Planet side and Iskaulit
When: throughout December

Iskaulit library - actually more in late November ~~shh~~
[What was Lord Akeldama to do with himself when he didn't have the life he normally lived at home? No drones, no going out to the see the latest show at the theater. None of it. So he had headed to the library. True, he typically only read what appeared in the gossip rags now-a-days, but that didn't mean he was incapable of a good book.

Well... that's if he could find a good book...

Curiosity had compelled him to look at one of the books on Earth history, but he clearly hadn't gotten very far, sitting there, drumming his nails against the table as he stared at one section]

Planet side - shopping!
[At the first possible opportunity, Lord Akeldama was shopping! He was sadly lacking in clothes and he wanted so much to be able to burn those horrid jumpsuits that had been given to him. They were a travesty against all things fashion after all.

So he could easily be found in the formal section of a clothing store browsing different options that fit his taste... in as many colors as he could possibly afford. He didn't like not having funds to just do whatever he wanted.

He had also found a fabric store while he was there, browsing quietly. Not like he could do anything with it after all. An unfortunate side effect of metamorphosis, no more creativity.

That was until he had happened to find a blue paisley fabric. It was exactly his style!]

This would make the most perfect waistcoat! A shame though...

Open Broadcast
[Of course here is Lord Akeldama and he has to make this a post. Why? Because he's showing off in a way. So he'd seen all of this about "ugly Christmas sweaters" which why would someone do that to themselves. But he had found something else and he was playing this off as if it is completely normal.

So Lord Akeldama is dressed in dark brown trousers, a sage green jacket, a rose gold cravat, and this vest as if it were a waistcoat. Nothing odd to see here, just a vampire in an ugly Christmas vest...]

This truly is a remarkable place. It has been so long since I've had the chance to visit a city such as this.

So what have been your favorite things to do here? I would like to know what all I have missed thus far.

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Yeah... something like that. [Soldier was the best way to put it, he supposed.]

They've been controlling the universe for over ten thousand years, enslaving entire races, and destroying worlds by draining them of resources. We're trying to take that empire down and free the races they've oppressed.

[It's a description he understands. If Keith goes into more detail, it will eventually take more explanation to get to that conclusion]

How terrible! It is good that you were there to fight against them.

[Keith raised an eyebrow.]

I guess.

[Keith looked a little sheepish, like he was almost embarrassed to claim any credit.]

I mean, someone had to do it. The Empire couldn't be allowed to keep doing what it was doing.

Of course someone had to. But not everyone would have the ability or wherewithal to do so. Going up against such a large force and being determined to win can be quite difficult.

The whole universe is at stake if we lose. We don't have much of a choice but to keep going.

[Keith had sobered quite a bit, looking down at Kosmo walking next to him. With the wolf having been reverted to a puppy, it was hard to pet him inconspicuously. If he was at his current size back home, Keith could have just rested a hand on the wolf's back. It would have been comforting. Still, he kept going, not ready to let this bother him too much.]

[Lord Akeldama can see that the topic of conversation is bothering him so he is going to immediately drop it. It is rude to continue a topic when the other is so perturbed by it. But he sees that Keith is looking down at the pup so he chooses to take it]

So, my dear, does the pup like all the things that dogs do? It has been so long since I have been even this close to a dog.

Seems to.

[Keith managed a smile at that.]

He way more intuitive than any dog I've ever been around, but he's still a dog. He enjoys being petted, he rolls around in dirt, he cuddles. [Keith shrugged.] I haven't gotten him to play fetch, yet, but he play tug o' war with a stick or a rope.

[Good. A much better topic]

Oh, fabulous! He is different than others so I wasn't sure. He does sound like every dog I have seen. I've never interacted with wolves extensively safe for werewolves so "fetch" may not be a normal behavior for them.

Maybe not. Trying to get him interested in chasing something is hard sometimes. [Keith shrugged.

He turned then, stopping in front of Kosmo and crouching down so he was closer to the wolf. Kosmo tilted his head a little.]

He seems pretty settled by now. You wanna try petting him?

Hmm... a toy he particularly likes may be a good option to start with chasing. He may bring it back to you himself in that case.

[He's had animals before. It's just been a long time since he's been able to. At the suggestion though, he was contemplative]

I suppose we can try.

[He moved just marginal bit closer and crouches down, offering his hand towards the wolf pup. He's unsure if coming all the way over was wise]

Hm... I'll have to try that. I didn't really have toys for him back home for a while. But, maybe I'll think of that now that we've been back on Earth.

[Keith stayed close as Akeldama reached out to Kosmo. The wolf flicked his ears back, tucking his tail under in nerves, but he didn't growl or bare his teeth. They'd been walking together for a while, and Keith's calm seemed to keep Kosmo settled. His nose twitched as he sniffed the offered hand.]

It's okay, buddy.

[Kosmo laid down, putting his head on his paws.]

[Lord Akeldama is perfectly still in the crouched position as Kosmo debated what he was going to do, watching the wolf pup’s ears slide back and his tail tuck. He’s watching to make sure that the dog doesn’t feel particularly threatened by him since he didn’t intend for that in the least. Darn this “being a predator” thing. Well, he did sniff his hand at least and not run away]

He is far more relaxed than most canines are around me. I will give him that.

[Keith nodded.]

He seems to take his cues from me.

[At that, Keith moved so he was closer to Akeldama.]

It's okay, buddy, see? He's a friend.

[Kosmo wagged his tail a little at Keith's voice, and then looked between them. He picked up on the idea that Keith was comfortable next to Dama, so... the wolf crawled forward slightly, still on his belly. He was within reach now.]

It does seem that way.

[Lord Akeldama continued to crouch there, not moving any closer to the dog, letting Kosmo make all the moves. Finally he crawled forward, enough that Akeldama could have reached him. With that, he carefully reached down as though going to pet Kosmo. However, if the dog flinched at all, he’d stop and slowly withdraw his hand]

[Kosmo held still for a moment, then hesitantly sniffed the hand again. He was clearly uncertain, and glanced at Keith for a moment like he was checking again if it was okay. Seeing that Keith wasn't on edge, and was okay with this... person... the young wolf finally settled, moving his head so Akeldama could touch him.]

That's it, buddy. Good boy.

[Keith's voice visibly soothed the wolf, and Kosmo settled even more with the praise. He'd done something right and gotten the approval of his person. This was okay, then.]

[Akeldama does indeed pet the wolf pup when the wolf decides it is okay for him to do. He didn't make it long, but enough that he didn't just pull his hand back immediately]

It has been so long since I have been able to do that. Thank you.

[And he was smiling too]

[Kosmo gave a slight wag of his tail. He wasn't completely settled, but enough. A few more times like this, and he'd be much better. Kosmo had been around quite the selection of people before, so Keith didn't doubt he'd get used to Akeldama.]

Of course.

[Keith gave him a small smile in return, and then affectionately rubbed Kosmo's ears as well. That got the tail wagging harder. The Paladin wanted to be sure his wolf understood that Akeldama was okay and not someone to be afraid of.

He stood up from his crouch.]

I should probably get going, though. I promised Lance I'd meet him for dinner.

[Good, the wolf didn’t seem to flustered by that. Not completely relaxed, but also not provoked to run or attack]

Yes, of course, darling. I have kept you for quite some time. We can always speak again another time. Do enjoy.

Thanks. See you around.

[With Kosmo trailing along after him, Keith headed off to his date.]

002 In Which Vampires are Silly

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