[ The baby looks up at the three adults surrounding her curiously, and breaks out into a grin when she sees the pastry. ]
Thanks!
[ Nothing weird about that. Nom. ]
My mum got abducted, and my dad's at home crying about it so I'm helping out with the chores.
[ It's then that you remember this is Karlach, a young girl whom Gale had encountered every now and again throughout his journeys and formed a fast friendship with. Her mother was lost to the mindflayer cult, and though you'd taken that foe down, the scars of the cult remain across the land.
You'd all volunteered to give her your assistance sometime today. ]
[ You have access to your regular powers! Unless you have a I-can-bend-reality power. Then you're powers are scaled down.
She accepts the napkin with cheery "thanks!" and wipes her face before she starts walking through the market, picking out fruits and vegetables to add to her basket. She's very comfortable with you all since you're Gale's friends. ]
Yeah, that's what dad said since she turned into a tentacle face.
[ hawke is just using all her fantasy coffee investment money to buy babylach whatever she grabs. if hawke sneaks a treat or two in the basket as well, no one will ever know ]
Either way, we'll make sure you and your father will be alright.
[ that said, as quietly to aqua and gale ]
It might be for the best to simply..... [ well. you know. if and when they find her ]
[ Hawke is apparently just rolling in cash. This is fine, she can sneak in some treats! Karlach just gives her a secretive little smile. ]
It was a while back... Pretty sure the last time I saw her was at home. [ Her voice goes a little soft then, distant.
But perks back when she continues. ]
My dad'll probably know better! I'm going home once I got some food for us, but uh... [ She rubs her nose, looking up at you all. ] I kinda wanted to get something to cheer him up.
[ What are you all being so paranoid for? Is it because there's a sinking feeling in your stomach? Fear, trauma, and the taste of blood in your mouths all of a sudden?
But why? You escaped Scawwy. You used your wishes. You're here now, in the Land of Faedas, and you're together. Not everything is perfect, but fixing things piece by piece is rewarding.
Things are getting better. There's no need to worry. ]
Gloves?
[ Karlach looks confused for a second, but smiles soon enough. ]
That's a good idea! That outta get him in the mood to get off his butt and go outside.
[ Her tail swishes happily. Looks like you all should find a pair of gloves for her to pick from. ]
[ what ARE we all being so paranoid for? that's crazy pants. this is all incredibly normal and their every day happening, right. helping people. making it better, piece by piece.
[ All is good! Karlach takes Gale's hand, and they head off in the direction of Hawke's bespoke glove maker.
The city is steadily starting to grow more lively around you—no early capitalistic mornings in this town—with shopkeeps opening their doors and families taking their children out to play.
People recognize you, because of course they do. You've all dedicated your time and effort to the betterment of this city. And occasionally passersby will approach you, offering thanks and asking for advice.
Karlach watches it all patiently, and soon enough you arrive at the shop.
Gloves are important in our line of work. A good pair will last you a lifetime.
[ she.... doesn't quite frown but it certainly feels like she's quoting. what is she quoting?? whatever, she's probably given this same lecture repeatedly over the years. karlach, in the meanwhile gets a gentle headpat ]
Think of this as our promise to you that we'll do what we can, little spark. So you can keep helping your father.
[ Why would any of this feeling unsettling? Aren't you good people?
Sometimes, good people get good endings.
Karlach seems a little uncertain at the generosity—Hawke already paid for the groceries—but smiles soon enough. They pick out a lovely pair of gloves together. Gale and Hawke, you have plenty of opinions, but Aqua, you're fashion sense leaves much to be desired.
Eventually, you settle on a pair, and Karlach accepts them from the shopkeep with gratitude and both hands.
As you step out of the store, she turns to you all. ]
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Thanks!
[ Nothing weird about that. Nom. ]
My mum got abducted, and my dad's at home crying about it so I'm helping out with the chores.
[ It's then that you remember this is Karlach, a young girl whom Gale had encountered every now and again throughout his journeys and formed a fast friendship with. Her mother was lost to the mindflayer cult, and though you'd taken that foe down, the scars of the cult remain across the land.
You'd all volunteered to give her your assistance sometime today. ]
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Your mother... When did you last see her? And where?
We'll help you get her back, don't worry.
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coming over to speak with her as well, looking very concerned. ]
Yes, don't worry, we're already on the case of course. After this why don't you head home as well? Out of danger and such.
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You are? You can bring people back from the dead?
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he pauses? ]
I'm not certain so much about that-- You believe she is dead?
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well, gale? can we? ]
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She accepts the napkin with cheery "thanks!" and wipes her face before she starts walking through the market, picking out fruits and vegetables to add to her basket. She's very comfortable with you all since you're Gale's friends. ]
Yeah, that's what dad said since she turned into a tentacle face.
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Ah. Ceremorphosis is not ... within the wheelhouse of mortal magics necessarily, but maybe-- [ maybe it hasn't happened yet? ]
Still, where did you last see her?
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...We'll look into the matter anyway.
[ murmured quietly to gale and hawke, ]
I'm not sure my magic can reverse what's been done, but... we can see if there's anything that might be done.
[ they'll need to find her, anyway. ]
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Either way, we'll make sure you and your father will be alright.
[ that said, as quietly to aqua and gale ]
It might be for the best to simply..... [ well. you know. if and when they find her ]
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It was a while back... Pretty sure the last time I saw her was at home. [ Her voice goes a little soft then, distant.
But perks back when she continues. ]
My dad'll probably know better! I'm going home once I got some food for us, but uh... [ She rubs her nose, looking up at you all. ] I kinda wanted to get something to cheer him up.
[ Will you keep her company? ]
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Of course.
[ does her dad want gloves. why is this ringing alarm bells for him. ]
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aqua is none the wiser though, ]
I'm sure he'd appreciate it. What sort of things does he like?
[ ...GLOVES???? ]
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Perhaps gloves?
[ the long pause she does after saying that. W
WHERE DID THAT COME FROM ]
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But why? You escaped Scawwy. You used your wishes. You're here now, in the Land of Faedas, and you're together. Not everything is perfect, but fixing things piece by piece is rewarding.
Things are getting better. There's no need to worry. ]
Gloves?
[ Karlach looks confused for a second, but smiles soon enough. ]
That's a good idea! That outta get him in the mood to get off his butt and go outside.
[ Her tail swishes happily. Looks like you all should find a pair of gloves for her to pick from. ]
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offering a hand out to karlach? ]
Come along then. We should go.
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Gloves it is. There should be some fine leather workers around here, yes?
[ walks alongside them! ]
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quite legitimately loaded
like, Oh Yea, I'm a noble who never has to work another day in my life and lounge around in my estate all day teehee loaded
not that she does anything but go on adventures with her bestest!!!! friends!!!! and spoil everyone she's fond of but... yknow!!! ]
I know a person. Their gloves are some of the best work I've worn.
[ does she though?? the details are fuzzy. but surely she's well familiar with the craftspeople of faedas? ]
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The city is steadily starting to grow more lively around you—no early capitalistic mornings in this town—with shopkeeps opening their doors and families taking their children out to play.
People recognize you, because of course they do. You've all dedicated your time and effort to the betterment of this city. And occasionally passersby will approach you, offering thanks and asking for advice.
Karlach watches it all patiently, and soon enough you arrive at the shop.
She looks up at you all. ]
... Uh. I don't think I can afford this.
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if he has his magic, he'll just do a small gesture to summon his coin purse to his hand - easy as you please - and then start taking out the gold. ]
I'll take care of this one.
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Don't worry about it. We've got more than enough between us.
[ and to hawke, she gives an approving nod. ]
Good find. I'll have to remember this place for next time.
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[ she.... doesn't quite frown but it certainly feels like she's quoting. what is she quoting?? whatever, she's probably given this same lecture repeatedly over the years. karlach, in the meanwhile gets a gentle headpat ]
Think of this as our promise to you that we'll do what we can, little spark. So you can keep helping your father.
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Sometimes, good people get good endings.
Karlach seems a little uncertain at the generosity—Hawke already paid for the groceries—but smiles soon enough. They pick out a lovely pair of gloves together. Gale and Hawke, you have plenty of opinions, but Aqua, you're fashion sense leaves much to be desired.
Eventually, you settle on a pair, and Karlach accepts them from the shopkeep with gratitude and both hands.
As you step out of the store, she turns to you all. ]
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for your help.
Do you want... I mean.
Can
I get you all drinks
or a dessert?
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