Tayuyaxn
New Carnie
[Excidium] + [Jens and Jared]
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Post by Tayuyaxn on Nov 27, 2012 12:27:41 GMT -5
''I think using his powers burns extra calories, with along with his height - don't tell me you're still a growing boy, Jared - probably accounts for the extra servings.'' Jens mused aloud. He sometimes talked about Jared almost as if he weren't there - but he was aware of him at all times. He mostly spoke that way because he knew Jared wouldn't make his own contribution about himself, letting him do all the talking.
''We are from a village were there is a lot of water elementals living around - so you basically never can go for a outdoor swim while being alone; they're quite playful, and we've been dunked under who knows how many time. They're used to humans - so nobody ever drowns. Although the smaller ones occasionally get sucked in the water system - it's kind of awkward when you're making a bath and the water starts squealing, so you have to well, get it out. At least they're easily distinguishable from drinkable water.'' he explained, fully conscious that most villages didn't have water elemental youngs getting stuck in their water system. It was a little awkward to explain - that and a lot of people didn't understand they weren't ''tame'', just ''accomodating''.
He remembered when one such, baby?, elemental had gone through when Jared had wanted a glass of water at night. They were about 7-8 years old at the time. Except it wasn't squealing, just sullen, and Jay had to wake him up and show him the big pot in which he'd poured it in. It was shaped a little like a humanoid, and he could feel eyes on him even if it didn't have any. Once their mom had seen the pot in the morning, she'd gone and released it, even if Jared had tugged on her sleeves, asking if they could keep it. Which, of course, the answer was no, elementals being forces of nature and all that.
''I do believe they'll remain skeletons.'' he mumbled, ducking his head, when Reggie responded to Jared telling him he could draw. ''I, huh, well thank you.''
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Cobalt
Handyman
{Reggie}
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Post by Cobalt on Nov 28, 2012 3:35:50 GMT -5
'Oh, that sounds so lovely.' he clasped his hands together as he tried to imagine a scene like that. 'You will have to pardon me, though; I can't say I've ever witnessed a water elemental before.. Uh, would you mind describing their appearance?'
Reggie grinned. 'You're very welcome. You will have to show me some of your drawings sometime.. I'm sure they're fantastic.'
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Tayuyaxn
New Carnie
[Excidium] + [Jens and Jared]
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Post by Tayuyaxn on Feb 24, 2013 15:28:38 GMT -5
''I don't know - I mean, they're elementals. They take the shape they want to, really. It's... like Jared's shadows I guess, but imagine water, shaped 3D into anything it felt like being that day. Some are humanoids, some are animalistic, some have shapes that are abstract and defy description, or a mishmash of all kind of things.'' Jens explained awkwardly, scratching the back of his neck.
Jared was being rather unhelpful, just nodding along lazily before resting once again his head against his collarbone, having turned himself completely away from Reggie, fingers digging in his twin's sides.
He had also dispelled the shadow Roc at his side, before closing his eyes, making himself cozy and absent-mindedly flicking his fingers to make three small dragons instead, that were looping around playfully, some nipping harmlessly at Reggie.
Jens thought it was a good thing, because even if the wings were still slithering about, darker and less see-through, still curled protectively around them, it all meant Jared felt safe. Or as safe as he did with strangers anyway.
He nuzzled Jared's head, stroking the scar on his neck once again - the origin of that scar had given him quite a scare, and it was now something he did a lot, maybe to reassure himself Jared was all there and in one piece.
They momentarily forgot Reggie was there when his brother brought his arms around him so they could be closer, twined tightly together and he sighed affectionately ''Kjerne'', his other hand coming to pet Jared's hair, to which Jared whispered in kind : ''Kjaere''.
((''Kjaere'' is a norwegian term of endearment, and ''Kjerne'' is used like one, and Jens previously used it to soothe Jared down. Just seems like a thing they'd do, give each other an endearment nickname.))
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Cobalt
Handyman
{Reggie}
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Post by Cobalt on Feb 24, 2013 17:20:59 GMT -5
'Well, that sounds just fantastic. I have never heard of such a thing,' he sighed in a dreamy sort of way. He had learned so many new things just meeting these two, he thought it was an incredible experience.
Reggie admired the small dragons. Their handiwork was so impressive to him, and it fascinated him to watch their movements.
He had noticed the amount of scars Jared possessed, but he decided it was best not to ask in case it might trigger some bad memories. He couldn't help but look at both of them curiously though; their entire existence and talents never ceasing to be a constant interest.
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Tayuyaxn
New Carnie
[Excidium] + [Jens and Jared]
Posts: 49
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Post by Tayuyaxn on Feb 25, 2013 2:55:35 GMT -5
Jens noticed Reggie's curious look, but didn't stop scratching the nape of Jared's neck. ''Is something the matter, Reggie - I can call you Reggie, right ?'' he asked, wondering what was so fascinating, a blush creeping up on his face (why did he have to be so pale) from the stare.
He envied Jared's obliviousness right now - once he felt secure, his twin relied entirely on his judgement.
Jared opened one eye to look (awkwardly) up at his twin, but deciding it wasn't worth it to move. Besides, he was starting to feel a bit tired - and his stomach rumbled in agreement. He wondered if Jens had brought along a sandwich.
If Jens was being annoyed, he'd know somehow (as usual) and he would morph the tiny dragons currently playing around Reggie into something more dangerous. So for now he closed his eyes again, enjoying the soothing touch of his twin.
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Cobalt
Handyman
{Reggie}
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Post by Cobalt on Mar 3, 2013 15:49:59 GMT -5
Reggie broke out of his reverie abruptly. He looked at Jens a little sheepishly, suddenly aware of how he had been staring.
'Oh of course, you can call me whatever you'd like. I do apologise for staring though -- you both are just so intriguing! I've never met anybody like you two before.'
He directed his attention to Jared. 'Are you hungry? I think I brought a little something...' he reached behind him to where he had put a small shoulder bag made of brightly coloured and textured fabric and produced a small Tupperware box with a couple of pieces of rose-flavoured Turkish delight inside.
'Take as many as you'd like. I only brought it on the off-chance of meeting somebody.'
((I still don't know the time frame of Le Cirque...... Do they have Tupperware? What? Poop?! if not i guess just pretend it's a basket instead.))
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Tayuyaxn
New Carnie
[Excidium] + [Jens and Jared]
Posts: 49
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Post by Tayuyaxn on Mar 3, 2013 23:28:43 GMT -5
Jared peered over Jens' arms, a little suspicious, into the tupperware box... He wondered just what that was in the box. It didn't seem very filling, at any rate.
Jens took the box, kindly thanking Reggie for it and handed it to Jared; ''Try not to eat all of them, you bottomless pit.'' he said with a small teasing smirk, giving Jared a scratch behind his ear.
Jared merely rolled his eyes - he wasn't a dog, even if it wasn't unpleasant - before giving the tupperware a sniff
''So you carry food around for other people ? That's rather kind of you.'' he then added, softly, turning his head toward Reggie.
Jared thought the... sugary... pink... roll things were rather okay - but not really something that would hit the spot. So after eating two or three, just to put something in his stomach, he closed the box and changing the density of his shadow, used them to place the box back in Reggie's hands.
''Th-th-thanks f-f-for... t-the f-f-food. M-m-might n-need s-s-som-something...'' he cut himself off, his stutter embarassing him, but Jens picked his thought up where he'd left it;
''Something more substantial - I think we should probably either head for the cafeteria, or go out - I do believe we can afford eating outside today. Would you like to join us, Reggie ?'' he said with a smile.
Of course, that made Jared frown. The colorful man had been nice, polite, but he'd more or less imposed himself. Now his brother was inviting him to join them ? He bit his lower lip in a nervous gesture, but didn't voice his protestations. He guessed Jens would probably like someone else to talk to for once.
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Cobalt
Handyman
{Reggie}
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Post by Cobalt on Mar 4, 2013 0:10:38 GMT -5
He waved a hand dismissively. 'Oh, no. It's really quite alright. I usually bring a few snacks wherever I go anyway, but it's always better to share than keep things for yourself, I always say.'
'Oh! No problem. I would love to join you.' he smiled. 'I'll pay for myself. Do you know any good restaurants? I've hardly been to town. I've only looked around the dress shops, really; I do my own cooking.'
'And by the way, please don't feel obliged to invite me. And if I'm pushy don't be afraid to shoo me away! I understand I can get rather overbearing, it's nothing new, and I'm really quite alright with giving people their space, but I just don't know how to take a hint a lot of the time.'
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Tayuyaxn
New Carnie
[Excidium] + [Jens and Jared]
Posts: 49
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Post by Tayuyaxn on Mar 4, 2013 1:54:36 GMT -5
Jens nodded, before getting up and helping Jared to his feet. The height difference that hadn't been very visible with Jared curling around him was now evident - even slouching, his twin had nearly a head over him.
''That makes you a generous human being, to share things without reserve. But very well, judging by Jared's stomach and if we want to make it, it would best to be on our way. But we will need to make a quick stop at our wagon though.'' he replied to Reggie, then stopped talking while going down the hill, checking his pace because Jared had kept hold of his hand, lacing their fingers - while not unusual, the grip was rather tight.
''No worries, you won't be a bother. I think you've already caught on that Jared is shy, though... '' he replied with a little smile, once they were at the bottom of the hill.
Jared did a two-finger poke at his brother's face - what was it with all the little smiles here and there. Jens batted away his hand gently, giving him a look like he knew what he was thinking, before tugging him so they could walk back to their wagon.
Jared's wings had shrunk and were almost all pressed flat to his back (two of the twelve tendrils were wrapped around his waist) - but he didn't know if it meant he was that hungry or just that he was trying to make them less conspicuous so they wouldn't whack into something.
It wasn't very far to the wagon, and Jens thought they both could probably use another shirt by now, something more fresh. He also checked for stains of grass, but it was nothing major - they could both keep their jeans. Once they were in, motioning to Reggie that it wouldn't be long, he rummaged through their dresser.
He tossed his twin a white t-shirt and blue hoodie (they were going out in a more crowded area, and Jared would feel better with the extra layer between him and the world) while he put on a brown shirt that had a slight v-neck shape.
Jared, meanwhile, had gotten both their wallets and gave him his, having tucked his own in his pockets already. They both changed, tossing the shirts in the hamper and going out. Jared grabbed his hand again, and was already tugging them away without saying anything to Reggie.
Jens turned his head and asked Reggie to come along, before Jared's long strides forced him to either match them or to be dragged behind. ''Hey, Kjerne, slow down a bit - I don't even know what you want to eat!''
He had deliberately used the soothing nickname, and the grip around his hand had lessened a bit. Jared mumbled that he didn't feel like eating anything in specifics, but then smiled and continued; ''Y-y-you... t-th-though... y-you w-wi-will ea-eat s-s-soup, I k-kn-kn-know y-y-you.''
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Cobalt
Handyman
{Reggie}
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Post by Cobalt on Mar 4, 2013 2:19:01 GMT -5
'Oh shucks,' he said sheepishly. 'Well thank you. And of course, of course.'
Reggie held his hat as he followed them down the hill, his curls bouncing as he went. 'Oh, that's alright,' he said. 'Shyness is merely a mysterious cover of an intriguing personality! Really, just do whatever is most comfortable for you.'
As he waited outside, he decided he would also make himself more presentable. He hadn't expected to go out today, so he pulled out his compact mirror and applied a casual coating of make-up. He hurriedly packed his things away as soon as he saw Jens being pulled along by Jared, and tagged along behind.
'So what place did you have in mind?' he called.
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Tayuyaxn
New Carnie
[Excidium] + [Jens and Jared]
Posts: 49
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Post by Tayuyaxn on Mar 5, 2013 1:47:54 GMT -5
Jens tugged on Jared's hand, a gesture to ask him to slow down a little.
''Well Jared will eat anything that's not moving, and as Jared so skillfully divined after living with me all his life; I'm in the mood for soup.'' he said softly with a playful smile, turning his head toward Reggie afterward; ''So, it depends mostly on you - I need a place with soup, what are you in the mood for ? Preferably somewhere not overcrowded, though.'' he added as an afterthought.
They were walking on the dirt path that would lead them into town, their boots scuffing dust with each step. He thought he heard Jared mumble about pavement, but clearly his twin hadn't intended to speak out loud - or maybe he'd just somehow knew what Jared was thinking again.
He was surprised when Jared let his hand go and stopped him from going further with his arm, craning his head toward the front, before going to investigate something a bit further on the road, and stopping him from going forward when he meant to follow.
There was a short conversation of unintelligible ''twinly'' words, hums and grunts about how Jens didn't have to be left behind - except Jared sheepishly snapped something at him, and even if Jens was outspoken and generally ''the lead'', sometimes Jared had the last word too.
But it also meant that he would be left with Reggie; Of course, Jared didn't make a secret of tossing back a suspicious look, and making a ''twinly'' hand motion that meant love and careful, and then a more obvious gesture meaning that if something happened to Jens, Jared would seek retribution - even if Reggie was a nice outsider so far.
He was a bit surprised Jared would leave him behind, and it was probably a courtesy to Reggie - because he knew, from experience, that Jared wouldn't go back for Reggie if something happened.
It upset him a little from time to time that Jared didn't connect with other people at all - and that he was overprotective. Although it was just a minor thing in the balance, for how happy Jared made him generally. He sighed and crossed his arms.
(By ''twinly'' I meant like a secret language between them - apparently many twins have this, so varying degrees. I figure twins as close as Jens and Jared probably have a very extended one.)
(Oh, by the way, I don't know what Jared saw - it could be something that made him bristle or just nice flowers he'd like to pick for Jens as a surprise.)
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Cobalt
Handyman
{Reggie}
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Post by Cobalt on Jul 9, 2013 9:02:09 GMT -5
"Heh, well, we are alike in that way, Jared. You know, I considered being vegan for some time, but it was very difficult. I like to consider myself an occasional omnivore. As for food, I'm quite happy with soup myself!" His curls bounced as he tossed them out of his face. "Going into town is always so exciting, I'm sure we'll find something before long."
Picking up on the motions Jared was making, Reggie gave him a concerned look.
"Are you doing alright, child?" he asked. He wasn't sure if it was something he should be worried about or just leave it up to the skittish twin's brother, but he supposed it wouldn't hurt to ask anyway.
((hey hey, long time no see!!))
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