bravenewworld | [Action/Open] If patrols were meant to be peaceful, they'd be called Peacetrols.

Who: Matthias and anyone who'd want to join him on a patrol! Or might happen to bump into him. Or is actually giving his patrol some purpose.
Where: Around Union
When: 1/17, Evening
What: Just another day in the life of a Sword.

[If there was one thing that Matthias had learned, it was never to curse a boring night on patrol. The only company he'd had for the past hour had been the constant, stiff chill of the wind that drew his cloak closer to him and the constant chattering of Basil as he hopped to and fro ahead of him. If there was nothing going on, it meant that at the moment, things were at peace; no vandals to corner, no miscreants to discipline, no Pokémon rampaging up from the Old City...a truly calm and enjoyable evening where he could delve a little deeper into the realm of his own thoughts.

He'd never thought it possible...but true as truth, he'd heard Martin's very own message over the Warp Band network! Of all things, his hero was back and alive!

It filled his heart with joy, as well as a renewed font of determination. Now instead of doing the memory of Martin justice in his actions, he had the chance to do justice by the man himself...no small feat in the mind of Matthias, but a challenge he refused to shy away from. A small, confident smile crossed his face as he gave his staff a small tap on the ground to get Basil's attention, gesturing for the Buneary to join him as he took a seat with his back to a wall; an invitation the Pokémon took with gusto as he bounced over to Matthias eagerly, watching the young man draw a metal thermos from underneath his cloak.

The smell was an instant hit of recognition; Methuselah had paid Matthias a visit today, and the second cup of Tomato Basil Soup he handed to his friend was all the confirmation the Buneary needed before digging in. Matthias himself sipped at his cup slowly, looking up at the moon and stars above through the steam rising from his food.]

I wish all evenings could be like this Basil...perhaps if we work hard enough, they can be.

[His mumbling caught the attention of Basil, prompting him to look up from his meal for only a second to give Matthias a happy look and a few fast nods...but he was quickly back to his food, making Matthias chuckle as he returned to his.

A lofty goal, maybe...but weren't those the best kind?]

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[ Kuma appears to be somewhat unsympathetic to his lack of manners. As far as he's concerned, he didn't do anything wrong and, looking up at his human, he pouts with a bit of a huff. But delicious things! You really can't blame him. ~~Also he could get away with begging because he's cute, and he knows it.~~

Giving a short bow, the girl began to turn, stopping only when he spoke. Wait, was he--

Well, that was enough for the bear and, squirming a bit, he managed to wriggle his way out of Sanae's arms. Why yes, he would love some delicious things. Knowing that she should probably say no, as soon as the soup was presented to her, somehow that bit of manners went out the window. She was weak, and it smelled wonderful. ]

W... well, if you insist... Thank you very much.

[ The Teddiursa wasted no time, taking a seat next to Basil and beginning to make quick work. Sanae was a bit more dignified, taking a sip and nearly melting into the cup, tilting her head to the side happily. This was bliss. ]

[He smiled a bit at the Teddiursa's enthusiasm and the way Basil began to leap around at the prospect of a new friend, doing tricks and hops with cup in hand and over head in an attempt to impress the little bear. It was good soup though, Methuselah's batches never failed to be as much, he could understand why everyone was so happy with it.

He did look up eventually and gesture to the wall at his side, even if he wasn't directly making eye contact. He'd never been very good at that. Not with people anyways.]

Uh...please, take a seat, you look exhausted.

[ It wasn't that Kuma wasn't impressed, but why was the rabbit trying so hard? Good food and company were enough for him. Well, that and attention, which, granted, this was a form of, but not what he preferred. He liked attention of the ear-scratching sort, not the showing off kind.

With a few more sips of soup, Sanae sat down without hesitation, bringing her knees close to her chest and resting her cup on the ground. She was already starting to feel better. ]

It's okay, we just got done working at the habitat. It's kind of tiring, but it's a lot of fun. Right, Kuma?

[ Not expecting to be called on mid-sip, the bear sputtered a bit, making a little bit of a mess. Yeah, kind of? But it was kind of smelly too. ]

What are you doing out here, anyway? It's late, shouldn't you be heading home too?

[He shook his head, opening his cloak a little to show the emblem of the Swords emblazoned on his chest.]

I'm afraid my night's only beginning, but I've good company and everything seems peaceful tonight. How fares the habitat? Any interesting news to speak of?

[Sorry Kuma, but the energetic Buneary just wouldn't give up, mostly because hyperactivity but it was also fun to balance the cup on his food while he did a handstand! As for Matthias, he'd been hard pressed in his patrols and training as of late, so he hadn't gotten a chance to stop by the Habitat himself, so it would be nice to hear of any goings.]

[ She should know that emblem, she knows she should, and she takes a moment to really get a good look. She's seen it before... Nope, not ringing a bell. Still, his job must have something to do with staying out late, from what he was saying. ]

It's all right. I just started there a couple weeks ago, so I can't really say one way or the other. The first carrot crop of the year is almost ready to harvest, so there's that.

[ Was that really so fun? Kuma drains his soup, using a claw to get to the remaining bits, before trying to balance his own cup. ]

Ahhh, Methuselah will be making his cream of carrot stew soon then! Did you hear that Basil?

[The Buneary looked over and at the sound of "Cream of Carrot Stew" popped the cup on his foot up and bound to his feet, catching it in his hands and hopping around excitedly! It was finally time for his favorite meal ever!!]

I worked there almost all my life until two months ago...something inside of me said to join the Swords of the Savior, and I felt inclined to listen. I still visit though, home is always home after all, right?

[ Kuma watches him go. What a strange guy. Oh well. He investigates the rabbit's cup for a few last drops of soup. IT WAS REALLY GOOD OKAY? ]

Oh, the Swords of the Savior, that's what that was! Sorry, I'm still learning things around here.

[ Sanae nods emphatically. ]

Home is always home, you're right.

It's quite alright miss, are you new to Union?

[It wasn't...unheard of, it wasn't the most normal thing but he'd been found outside as well when he was a child.]

[ Sanae nods with a bit of a smile. ]

I came here from Citadel a few weeks ago.

Citadel? I've heard a thing or two, but I don't actually know much about it. What's it like?

[He always enjoyed a good story, especially from those well traveled, so getting to learn about a new place definitely piqued his interests.]

[ She positively lights up when he asks. ]

It's beautiful. The main settlement is built into and around the great tree, which is always in bloom. There are a lot of other tribes too that come in for trade, so there's always something to do or something to see.

That sounds...amazing.

[Almost nothing like the towering spires and buildings he grew up surrounded by. Not that he'd trade Union for anything, but it sounded wondrous all the same.]

I think, I'd very much like to see that one day.

[ She smiles brightly at him. Yes, go visit the Great Tree. It's pretty great. It's even in the name! ]

You should, you should! It's really pretty in the spring time especially, because then everything around there is in bloom.

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