sixth shot ⊗ open september log

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🧙 WHO: Eustace and anyone
⚔️️ WHAT: various quests
🕒 WHEN: throughout September
🗺️ WHERE: various
⚠️ WARNINGS: none except for any potential violence that might happen in the combat oriented prompts

⊗ a: task - shear determination

[Shearing sheep...that takes him back and although it's been a while he heads over. Even if he can't, he can at least use his magic to try and help keep them calm. So for shearers, Eustace can assist some of the nervous sheep, quietly speaking to them and stroking their heads to keep them calm. And he'll also give some advice.]

You need to get all the way down to the skin and be quick about it, so don't hesitate. Be firm or it'll just come out jagged and you'll have to do it over. The faster you are the, less time they'll be like this and remain stressed.

And watch its right side—seems like it's more sensitive there. Could be a skin irritation, but we can treat it after it's been sheared.

[He'll call out any other such problematic spots a sheep might have. Sensitive leg, ticklish belly, don't be too rough, don't be too gentle—being able to hear and understand the sheep certainly has its benefits.]

⊗ b: task - cult classic

[If it's not one set of idiots it's another...

Having recovered from his injuries from last month, Eustace will take this as a prime opportunity to "warm up" and get back into it. Although there had been no deaths, it's clear the guy is being too reckless. Except with him sticking to the rooftops in the late evenings and around the places the incidents have occurred, it wouldn't be too unusual for him to be momentarily be mistaken. Especially when he's always wearing his own cloak.]

⊗ c: tdm - the fighting badass

[Zombies and undead... Well he's used to fighting them, but carrying back their remains? Not the most pleasant thing, but a job's a job and it's something he can do. He needs the exercise, anyway.

1. Combat. Although he'll plan on going solo, he won't helping anyone who is also dealing with the zombies. And wouldn't you know, lightning is fairly effective against them. Not wanting to push himself too, he's setting himself on a high point and sniping down the zombies, shooting lightning down immobilize and down them. Should he have someone that's more close combat, he'll be careful with his shots and let them finish it off.

2. Night watch. For the journey back, Eustace will be definitely guarded and alert on the captured remains. If camping out with someone, he'll secure the bags or boxes used to hold them and eye them warily.]

It would be better if there was some kind of sealing magic... Go ahead and sleep, I'll keep watch.

⊗ d: wildcard

[Considered the Take to the Skiesish prompts but he'd need some convincing to drink the vials. Should anyone want to take that up, I'll be game for any of the other prompts (flying, catching stars, giant bats). If interested in anything else not included here, just hit me up on laenavesse or discord and we can work something out!]

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[tantailizing]

[Quiet... is actually what happens while they're walking. Look, they're in the Land of Rot - Zidane's active, but he's not a complete idiot. The Land of Rot makes his fur stand uncomfortably... Okay, they're good for now for some quiet discussion.]

... So, how're things going with Tifa?

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[Eustace was about to just take a sip of water when he hears that question. He does not choke on it, but he does give Zidane a weird look before he finally answers.]

I don't follow.

[...What...things. What kind of question is this???]

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[He tilts his head.]

You haven't talked to her since your arm's gotten better? Hey, you're not actually avoiding her because of this whole stalker thing right? That's rude, man.

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[...Rather than avoiding—

Just a sigh as he continues to go about whatever he's doing to help with the camp.]

We're fine, I haven't been avoiding her. [Might as well get that out of the way before Zidane does something more annoying.] But what does it matter to you?

[tantailizing]

Oh good! I was worried for a moment. She was worried after all.

[Look, he might've told her about the arm, but not anything else.]

Just curious. But I mean, your avoidance says it all I guess... nice.

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[...WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN.]

I don't know what you're talking about. You asked, I answered.

[Just, you know. Very basically. But that's normal?? Zidane stop being weird.]

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I know you did. Good to hear the date went well~

[He's teasing, but will Eustace take the bait.]

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[.......

Yep that's bait.

It could be a bluff or he really did hear about it... Well he'll probably hear about it one way or another.

...

He's still going to choose silence as if he's ignoring Zidane's silliness.]

[tantailizing]

I bet there was music and flowers to set the scene, everyone couldn't help but look the way of the curious couple - one so stoic and poised, but his company brings out a playful side.

[He's definitely narrating a story to entertain himself. Also, he could ask if there actually was a date from Tifa, but that's not as fun.]

She's beautiful that evening, the waiter has to compliment how cute...! Dare it happen, but she touches his ear...!

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[Zidane.

Please.

This is revolting.





Even if a little true—]

[tantailizing]

[HUSH ROMANCE IS HIS FAVORITE.]

Dinner is served! Ah, but she doesn't take the first bite even though now she's feeling comfortable. Instead, there's more playfulness at the table; it's like the two of you are the only ones there.

Hmm... [He tilts his head, thinking hard. He glances over at Eustace, but then shakes his head.] ... Nah, I don't think you're smooth enough to try feeding her.

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[There's just a snort.

Well. He's not wrong. But he also isn't quite right either.]

[tantailizing]

[Eyes...]

[...]

... Did you go back to her place?

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You can use your own imagination since that's what you've been doing so far.

[It's the first thing he's said since this started and it's a nonanswer. he did]

[tantailizing]

Now you know you're making dangerous suggestions~

[He grins. It's a very knowing grin.]

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Just remember you're involving Tifa in all this.

[Just a hard look. Look, he can think whatever about Eustace, he's not going to care. But he'll draw a line when it comes to Tifa being involved.]

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I know I am. Geez, you think I'm just making fun of you, but you both seem to get along. Besides, I could ask her anyway; or a yes or no wouldn't have been enough, but I do appreciate you're getting protective.

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[He just gives Zidane a measured look before he sighs.]

The only "date" we went on was a fake one to deal with the stalker. That's it.

[......And yes he went over to her place but it was only because things were still tense and he was concerned about her safety!! ...WHATEVER HAPPENED WHILE THERE WILL REMAIN UNTOLD HERE~~~~~]

That's all you need to know, so don't bother her about it.

[Although he might be... Well, not quite disgruntled, but mindful of something.]

[tantailizing]

Oh, you guys did? Wait, you said that was a bad idea when I suggested it!

[Eustace... wow, he does actually like Tifa even if he's not saying anything on it. Haha.]

Fine, fine... Did it at least work? You caught her, right?

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She dragged me into it. [SIGH. He still...would have been against it, especially with how it turned out. But since she was also involved he couldn't really go against her own wishes as much as he wanted to...

And shut up no he doesn't—]

We got the evidence needed to have her arrested and it's already turned in. I should hear back within the week.

[tantailizing]

You could've asked for back-up if you were worried things would go wrong. Not me though... [He actually is busy this time...]

[Sir, you are a liar.]

Good. You'll both be able to sleep easier.

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I considered, but it was better if we handled it on our own.

[He wouldn't want anyone else dragged into this crazy mess...

No, he is not, hmph.]

Mm. [A small hum before he stares at him.] Satisfied?

[tantailizing]

I'll say. Mark that off the 'to-do' list.

[Like people wouldn't want to get in on the mess...]

Yup. Man, you're way harder to crack sometimes than the guys, but I think I'm getting it now.

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Or maybe you're just being too nosy...

[A pointed look. The only reason he ended up saying anything at all was out of consideration of Tifa.

...That he's starting to wonder a bit due to recent interactions...or non-interactions. Eustace wasn't lying when he said he wasn't avoiding her, but Tifa...he's not sure. But he has zombies to focus on, not his personal relationships.]

Now stop fooling around. We still have work to do.

[tantailizing]

Hey, just what friends do sometimes.

[And he winks back.]

[But sighing, right, back to work then.]

Yeah, yeah, the camp isn't that far.