♛second decree {ACTION|VIDEO}

[meritocracy]

[ACTION]
[Around the village today you might see a Natalia with a focused look on her face, leaving nothing unlooked at. She seems to have something on her mind.]

[VIDEO]
[The feed opens up to a girl sitting on a bench in the square, looking serious, but hardly as dangerous looking as she did in her first broadcast. No roaring or threats here. She looks concerned, as her brow furrows ]

Hello again, people of Luceti. I've..been made aware of the situation such as the 'draft' and the efforts taken when one is involved, and you have my condolences. I am too familiar with the price of war--[ her eyes tighten, and for a few minutes she seems completely closed off] --and as of now, have come to a decision.

[ she looks up firmly ]

Because I am familiar with it, and because it is my duty--no, because I want to, I'd like to involve myself in whatever way I could benefit you all. I'm familiar with the Clinic, and am a studied healer, with or without my fonic artes. I am more than ready to join the healers there. Please, let me know what I can do to help there.

I am also a master of Lanvaldear style archery, and if I could find a decent bow and set of arrows, I can aid in battle or help teach those who need a way to defend themselves in that regard.

Anything I can do, I am willing to do. So please--direct me towards ways that I can do that. Whatever is needed--I will do my best. [she then smiles, her face softening. ]

While this is hardly my kingdom, a Princess serves wherever there are people in need. My occupation has not, and will never change in that aspect. ..Also. [ her smile turns sheepish, and for a minute she is a girlish, nineteen year old teenager. ] My name is Natalia. Just..Natalia. I'm glad to meet you.

FILTERED TO ABYSS CAST | Save Van s-sorry Loupe
In regards to Van.
I have no interest in engaging him in battle--he has taken much from all of us, and I always will choose peace over war. I don't say we trust him--but my opinion is that we agree, and watch him. If he steps out of line--[ her eyes harden, and her smile turns cold]

On my part, I shall show him no mercy.

On a lighter note--I hardly think you need to be reminded, but just in case, Nephry has taken great lengths to prepare a lovely time for us on 'New Year's'. Because she's taken so much effort in this, it would be rude for none of us to attend, am I correct?

However-...I know some of you were on the draft, and I understand if you can't--instead I'll ask you to please tell me how you're doing, instead. Particularly Luke, and Asch. I hope you two aren't being reckless and resting..I will find out. [ an eye narrow ]
It'd be nice..to hear from all of you again. I haven't seen all of you but I hope you are well and that I will see you then.

[ END FEED /FILTER]

Comments

[silversnowfall]

[VOICE]

[And somewhat filtered.]

Thank you for the reminder...though I'm not sure such force is necessary. It isn't a problem if some choose not to attend.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

But I truly think it would be wise of them to. You've been working very hard and all of them should come. Besides, such force was needed sometimes with this bunch. They know what I mean.

[Voice]

[shadedsunlight]

Nice to meet you, Natalia. I'm Ginia.

We can always use more healers around here. We... recently lost one of our doctors so we're in a bit of a bind. Law, he runs the clinic at the Battle Dome, he would know which clinic needs the most help.

As for finding a bow and arrows, try looking at the smithy. I'm sure they could put something together for you. The Barracks might have something too. Otherwise the Battle Dome is good for setting up a place to practice in. You won't be able to take the weapons out of the room, but you can get some good practice in there.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

A pleasure, Ginia. So this Law person..I see. I'll look into that then. The Battle Dome, you said? In that case I can do two things at once! How fortunate.

And who should I contact for the smithy..I admit I've never really been to one before.

[a pause]
Yes, it's been..a few months since I needed to use one. I didn't think I'd need to use one so soon. [ her voice trails off ]

[video]

[falenandawn]

You can find the weapons you owned from home in the smithy, more often then not.... and if they are not there, I am sure the people there can provide you with a new one.

We spoke before, did we not?

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

But I did not come with them. Is that really possible?

--I think we might have. I'm sorry, but your name was? It's been an interesting time period of adjustment so you'll have to forgive my rudeness.

[Video/Filtered to Natalia]

[broji]

[He'll just skip over the part about Van, thanks. Ginji hasn't decided where he stands on that issue, but he doesn't want to undermine anything the others have decided on, either.]

You don't have to worry about us; Noelle and I have already made plans to come. Besides, it really seemed like Nephry wanted everyone to show up and spend the new year together.

[A beat.]

...As for Mr. Asch, I'm sure he'll recover soon enough. [Though probably not soon enough in Asch's opinion.]

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

[1/2]

[dragoneer]

voice;

...Archery? [Hiccup had been practicing with a slingshot a bit around the draft, and he wasn't terrible at it, surprisingly--learning another light, long range weapon...well, it was worth a shot, ri--

WHOA WHOA WAIT hang on there.]

You--you're a princess?!

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

Indeed. Are you curious to learn it?

[ a blink. ]
Did I not say I was? Princess Natalia Luzu Kimlasca-Lanvadear, heir to the throne of Kimlasca.

But--'Natalia' is fine.

[mindgooshed.livejournal.com]

[ princess, huh? he kind of wants to reply to this for that reason alone. ]

Tracking down a bow shouldn't be difficult.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

Less difficult than attempts to leave, I imagine. I'll need a suitable weapon in this place.

[albioreii.livejournal.com]

It'd probably be a good idea if we left the matter of Van to you all anyway. [It's not like she hadn't discussed it with Ginji, and they certainly had their own feelings and preferences on the matter - given that it was on Van's orders that she'd lost so many family and friends. But... in the end they really were noncombatants. Even if they opted to go against him, it'd do little good, and they'd have no way to really defend themselves.

Her voice softens some.] We - my brother and I - were planning to go to the dinner, though.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

Noelle? [ she looks surprised, but quickly listens, the smile spreading to her face sobering at her words. ]
Yes. Please leave this matter to us. We'll handle it the moment an issue arrives. Besides--your safety is important.

[ she looks happy to hear that ]
I know I'd be very happy to see you both there, as would we all. Please do come. It wouldn't be the same without you both.

[distressedude]

[Written // Filtered]

[It might take Ion a bit to respond. He may not have been sent out on the draft this time, but last time... even now, just thinking about it makes him freeze up. When he does reply, it's written.]

I agree. There should be no reason we need to trust him in order to agree to the truce. As long as we're in Luceti, neither side has anything to gain from provoking the other.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

..That's right. But we can't let ourselves fall into laxness..--[ she refuses for him to take any more from her]

You understand, don't you, Fon Master? It's not as if I want to fight him--he's done quite enough..[ she suddenly looks like the world-weary princess that arrived on her first day to House 1 ]

video

[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

[Aw, Natalia. Ven's very impressed at how selfless she's being in light of the recent draft, and he smiles as he responds.]

That's really nice of you, Natalia! I bet there are tons of people around here who'd appreciate your help.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

It's really not much in the grander scheme of things, but I can't sit by and do nothing, you know?

[elixirsoup.livejournal.com]

[Voice]

[Uwaaaaah, she sounds so brave...!]

...I know how you probably feel, Natalia. I wanna help out too. All I can really do is fight, but if it means keeping people from dying out there...

[Oh!!] Oh, yeah, I have a bow! But I haven't found it yet. I'm thinkin' it'll show up at the weapons shop like my sword did. If I see it I'll let you use it! [It might be a tad small for you though, lol...]

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

Whatever can be done should at least be attempted. I'm going to contribute somehow, so I might as well get some ideas first. I refuse to be made useless. [she blinks]

You would? How generous of you! And who might you be?

voice

[squaring.livejournal.com]

[Oh, it's that princess from before!]

That's awesome, Lanvaldear-san! I'm glad that we have such a selfless person here!

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

I don't think I'm half as selfless as you think I am, Aoba. I simply want to do my part to help, that's all!

[Voice]

[ledbythewind]

[That speech brings a smile to this fellow blond member of royalty's face, in part because he feels exactly the same way.]

A prince or princess' people are whomever needs their aid, regardless of whether they are in their kingdom or not.

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

That's right. True nobility serves all people, no matter their station or location. I'm truly glad you see that sir..?

[dissonates]

[ooc: BECAUSE I SAID I WOULD TAG IT D8]


I told you to stop worrying, Natalia.

[A fruitless attempt, but necessary nonetheless.]

[mykimlasca.livejournal.com]

I'll stop worrying when you're healed and safe. Asch, you aren't doing anything foolish like moving around, are you?