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RP Honeybear don't care

As Aliset began to suit up for the Kodian Game, a smaller kodian woman, only standing 9 feet high and covered in a mix of amber fur striated with white came near. Using the actions of preparing for the games she quietly spoke to Aliset.

"You are looking in the wrong places for your enemies, Madam. Perhaps you need a guide." Intoned the Kodian in a deep baritone as she suited up in the colors of the AXL.
 
Turning to Anslen, Aliset offered a soft bow and a sweet smile. "Oh! Senator, I didn't recognize you for a moment, my apologies. I'll be fighting across from you, so be gentle with me?"

Feign innocence and softness... Good girl, Ali.

But as she heard a baritone over her shoulder, and what was said, she let herself jump in surprise. "Oh! Madam, I seek no enemies. My lady is on mission, here. I'm not sure why they wanted me to attend, but the more time to spend with Sacre... Though you are right. I do need a guide... This world and people are strange. Beautiful, but I am so very lost."
 
Miko had been wondering around and looking for different foods he could try while waiting for the show to get going. He was use to these type of formal events given his time working with the family. They always seemed to have parties to entertain royals, political leader or just to have a fun time with refugees. Miko had decided not to wear a full formal outfit but instead something more simple. He figured this would be more fitting outfit to be be in when hanging around Kodians.

Miko noticed the game the Kodians had put out. He was a little unsure at first given that this did not seem like something one would do at a formal event. None the less this reminded him of the battle games he'd play on the compound while growing up. Though this was more safe since they used fake weapons. As he walked over to the game he took notice of Nara who seemed a little out of place. A lot had been going on so maybe she just needed a battle buddy to chill while till things settled. Miko grabbed up some gear and walked over towards her. He stopped beside her, reached up and tugged at the sleeve of her outfit. "Fancy for a little rough housing? I am sure it will be fun to cause a little chaos." He said with a glowing smile as he offered her the weapon and shield he had picked up.
 
The first round of games would be played by two professional Kodian teams. On one side was Thunderstrike, known for their aggressive and physical playstyle. They relied on brute force and quick movements to overpower their opponents. Their captain, Galen Vakar, was a fierce competitor and a master of the shield. He was able to use his size and strength to push his opponents back and create gaps in the opposing team's formation.

On the other side was Stormwatch, known for their precision and discipline. They relied on precise strikes and coordinated movements to outmaneuver their opponents. Their captain, Taira Kaar, was a master of strategy and tactics. She was able to read the flow of the game and adjust her team's formation accordingly.

The game began with both teams forming their shield walls and taking their positions. Thunderstrike charged forward with a fierce battle cry, but Stormwatch was ready for them. They used precise strikes and coordinated movements to deflect the charges and counterattack. Galen and Nara clashed in the center of the field, each trying to break through the other's shield wall. The battle was intense and evenly matched. Both teams suffered casualties, but neither could gain the upper hand. As the game progressed, Stormwatch began to tire while Thunderstrike remained strong. Galen saw this an opportunity and ordered his team to push forward with all their might.

Stormwatch's shield wall began to falter under the constant pressure, and Galen was able to break through and flank Taira, and deliver a massive kick from the rear, splintering the shield in her hand. Stromwatch began to collapse after the loss of their captain. Thunderstrike emerged victorious, but it was a close and hard-fought battle. The crowd erupted in cheers as Galen lifted the flag of victory. Both teams retired to the sidelines to rest and celebrate the end of a fierce and exciting game.
 
Sanda looked down at the drink Zanven offered her before taking it. She sipped it. Whiskey. Caffran liked whiskey. She was a rum girl herself but she liked whiskey alright. "Thanks." She said as she took another ship watching the match before her. It was a very interesting sport to be sure. Strategy meant as much as brute force.

She gave Zanven a briefly annoyed look when he called her Heisho. A glance at the rank pin on her chest indicated she was indeed, not yet a Heisho, as much as she wanted to be one. She might not have the rank, but most on the Res treated her like one. Most of her officers gave her authority as if she was one. Sanda took another drink before answering. "We have history. Frank is... difficult to get a read on. One minute he's all buddy buddy then the next he gets super weird and moody. He doesn't take criticism very well and has blown up at me several times when I have tried to correct him." Sanda took another sip of her drink. "The man's had a rough life, no doubt about that. I've heard some of his story. It isn't pretty. But that doesn't excuse his attitude."

Sanda finished her drink and looked at Zanven. "What about you Flyboy? What's new in your life?" Sanda smiled and added. "I hear rumor's about a pretty little supply specialist that is awfully happy to see you back aboard ship."
 
Zanven was happy she took the glass but tensed up as he showed his ass metaphorically speaking as he misspoke. He did not let this bring him down as he listened to her and watched the little game being played. He made note of who participated and saw a few moves that looked a bit more…rough for a simple game.

Sanda explained the issue with Frank and why the two seemed to butt heads at times before taking another sip of his drink. The exchange of words was small but they meant more to him that she was opening up and speaking to him. When she asked him about the supply specialist he knew she spoke of Sakuko and he smiled as she referred to him once again as “flyboy.”

“First off…sorry about my mistake in rank…still hard to believe you haven’t made it there yet to be honest with how things were going all the time on the Resurgence.” He started off before answering the question she asked. “Sakuko and I are…complicated, we’re not an official thing as we are trying to do right by the ship, but also we unofficially are…I know that sounds confusing and maybe I’m overthinking it as I usually do but I do like her…probably a bit more than like to be fair.” He said as he took another drink so that he could hide a light blush. “However…she is nice and probably the only one on the ship I have been able to bond with you know?” He was silent for a movement as he was not really one to be sentimental and yet here he was divulging this info to Sanda. “So what about you? I haven’t been keeping up with rumors but is there someone in your life? And what did you think about this first game…it looked a bit more intense than just a simple war game with light weapons.” He finished off this little bout of wordplay with an observance and question as he was trying to change the subject.
 
Delmira sorely wished she could join in and wear her dress she had recently got but she had to stay in her armored shell, mostly to protect the twins. She was hidden in plain sight which was perfect for the former sniper. Her active camouflage of her power armor and the low energy mode made her blend in with the lights. She was hanging from the ceiling watching everything from the confines her newly acquire keiko. This job required the use of the machine and she had snuck into the room well before anyone else did and set up. She honestly did not like the Keiko it didn't have the firepower of her Ryoko but it was stealthy when needed. She detached her mind from the machine and looked at the small arsenal of weapons she had in the cramped cockpit making sure everything was ready before she merged back with her machine and resumed her watch.
 
Nara sat there in her outfit listening to the words or direction given to the team, well most of the team. The words about culture and customs hit her in the heart, of course she would do her utmost so respect and honor the Separa'Shan ways. However, with such a mix of cultures in one shuttle, would it not have been wise to give some kind of briefing on the matter? That way at least specifics of what to do and not do would be known to all. Given that a specific task was not handed to her she elected to fulfill the purpose of moving about and engaging the attendants to the ceremony. Danger almost always lurked in the shadows after all.

Her thoughts were re-directed when Sassa caught her attention. "Oh! Thank you. If your dress does get wet, I am sure we can find someway to recover it! We may both be looking for an outfit miracle worker if this goes sideways." she said with a glint in her eye. With that she waited a moment and embarked on to the shuttle with the others and caught sight of Itami. She made eye contact and gave him a silent nod of acknowledgement while she found a seat and strapped herself in. After a brief moment of thought she watched the ranger sit next to her, "My pleasure Itami, I see you have the same book I saw you with last time. Same read through or new read through?" she asked. "How is your mother doing?" Aliset's voice caught her attention and she listened to what the Senti had to say.

It seemed odd that one would announce a plan, then subsequently change topics, but it really fell far short on the list of odd things in her life. Her attention turned elsewhere as it became readily apparent that her conversation with Ranger Nariaki would have to be finished another time. Mikhail really did leave a lot of loopholes and grey areas in these assignments he handed out, but she would operate within the constraints as he provided them. Upon moving to depart the shuttle she overheard Frank in the background about earning the title of, "friend" her mouth curled up into the evilest smirk. Now that quite literally was one of the most reasonable things she had heard all night.

Soon after she walked off the shuttle she overheard Frank's interaction with Sanda. "For Unya's sake," she grumbled, rolling her eyes and proceeded off into the gathering throngs. She mingled among those gathered as she looked for concealed signs of a threat and kept her ears keen on any spoken threats of concern. Shortly after it seemed everyone had gathered towards the Kodian games and not really many had elected to mingle in with the group. Someone tugged her sleeve, she whipped around grabbing the wrist of the one that had touched her only to see Miko. "Ah Chef, almost lost a wrist there." she said with a smirk as she released him. "Unfortunately, my talents are a little better put to use out here. However, if you need someone to dart in as a quick distraction just send me a signal." she said seriously. Her eyes flitted back to watching her surroundings and the goings on of the celebrants.

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Itami

The conversations with Nara were always quick, being as they were both consummate professionals, when they were on a job. But, they were able to share quite a bit with just a few words. He supposed that it was the connection that they had found through books. He wondered if she had received the copy of the book he always had with him as a gift between friends, much like her sending him the copy of a Norian literature collection. It was unlikely that they would be able to speak again until after this part of the mission was complete, at least about none work things.

Catching sight of Nara as she was doing the same thing he and Sanda had been doing, he caught her attention and inclined his head to the rafters, much like he had done with Sanda, to get their attention on a possible location for Insurgents if something went down. Being that he was trained as a sniper, his thoughts were often on locations which could be used as vantage points for both friendlies and hostiles. That done, he went back to his now third walkthrough of the area, looking for anything new or things he might have missed. He took note that quite a few besides the security detail were armed in one fashion or another. This of course could cause possible issues if something happened, but that would have to be seen if something did happen.

As he was acting as a Bodyguard he abstained from both eating and drinking, he did not want his might foggy or his hands oily, as this could cause issues if he needed to react quickly.

He would also need to have a talk with Aliset, regarding her hair brained scheme.
 
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Chairman Koda stepped towards the ad-hoc arena, a simple gambeson and bazubands of dark metal, his only armor. He carried a thick rectangular shield, nine feet tall, 4 feet wide, and nearly 6 inches thick. His other paw held a nine foot club. "Who will stand beside me in this contest?" He boasted, the taiko drums in the backround took on a martial tattoo, the beat echoing about the hanger and adding a confrontational tone to the event.
 
"Oh, that ass is mine...." Aliset huffed, lifting her shield as she stepped forward, as though to intercept, her chain maille over a gambison almost hiding her dress as she kicked off her stilettos. But not the Chairman. She sought the attentions of the AXL group almost fully geared and ready. Her thirty six inch round shield seemed tiny, as did her three foot mace, but then, standing before a fully grown Kodian, her mere five foot and six was tiny.

"I'd like to join your team, if you'll have me. My knowledge of the other species, combined with my high mass to body size ratio may provide two significant advantages in the contest. Plus, who am I to learn from, if not the best?"

If they snubbed her as she expected, well, the only thing left to do would be to challange Chairman Koda to single combat, get thoroughly thrashed and a few bent bones to show for it, and share some drinks with whichever team scraped her off the deck. A wide grin beamed behind the slats of her helm. She was there for a good time, and it likely wasn't going to be a long time. And this was not dissimilar from a Shuristan sport. Except the Senti used that to settle disputes like a duel, and it used wide, two handed and hooked shields to throw and pin the opponent. But the contest of strength and skill was the same across both cultures. And she refused to allow her slight stature to be mistaken for weakness or ineptitude.
 
After making his way to the chairman, armed with just a sword and board combo. "I'll stand by you." Frank stated outside of the Sheild and club he wore no additional armor. Being heavily cybernetic under his skin and turning off his pain sensors for now the man stood there in black T-shirt and white slacks with his black dress shoes. Turning his head to aliset he would give her a once over without saying anything. Opening his mouth he gave a short nod in her direction. "Freind of mine told me your people are great warriors and space nomads. Im interested in seeing how the warrior part stacks up to the stories." Frank said referring to and old from out in the expance.
 
Miko just tipped his head to one side and looked towards Nara. He thought nothing of her reaction as he did kind of sneak up on her. "My bad, but no worries. Even if it happened I'd just say that it was a happy little accident." He said with a grin. Once she released his wrist, he pushed his hand forward and locked fingers with Nara. This only lasted for a moment though in that time Nara would see the serious look in his eyes. He knew all too well that at an event like this something could go sideways. He pulled his hand back in a playful manner. Acting all embarrassed as if he wasn't sure how it even happen. "Oops, my hand slipped." Miko grinned then smiled. "You got it, if I need an assist I shall give you the sign." He then put his hand back up and split his fingers making a "V". He then paused, turned and headed towards the ring. He was going to enjoy showing these Kodian that he maybe small but Minkan pack one heck of a punch.
 
As he and Sanda talked he was actively scanning the area for any sort of threats. With Frank getting involved as well as Aliset and Miko it looked to be something more of a contest to see who's ego was bigger...the Kodian included. He was trying to blend in as much as possible during all of this, he kept an eye on the members of the AXL as things that always went too well like this...often meant there were bigger games being played in the background.
 
The AXL Team members took a moment to consult each other before the smallest member of the team nodded. Turning to Aliset, "We are willing to let you join us, but you must use my shield and weapon." The short kodian, at 9 feet, held forth a 6 foot shield in the shape of an inverted tear drop, and what the Kodians considered a handaxe, but was five feet tall with a haft nearly 4 inches in diameter. "You must stay in the wall and support your team. We win or lose together."
 
"My people are evolved from warriors. We aren't. Not even the traitor sharing my name." Her response to Frank seemed cold and insulted. She shrugged off her shield, setting it against the bench before looking up to the smallest of the AXL Kodians as she took the handaxe and the kite taller than her.

"I'll stay in the shield wall. We should use that opportunity to strike down the Senator, first. His being a Separa'Shan offers extremely variable height, tubular body plan allows him to quickly shift positions to maintain traction. Most importantly, he is evolved from ambush predators, and will set a trap. Do not give him the time he needs."

Sorry, Senator. You look a lot like my girlfriend. I suppose it's strange, but green long bodied pythus can't be that uncommon.
 
Chairman Koda turned to the 7 beings by his side, "An unorthodox group, but together we can bring them down. I always have preferred to go on the offensive..." He said as he stepped into the makeshift arena boundry, heftying the massive club in his paw.

"Stay with the group, support your shieldmate. If you are eliminated, you do us no good." The AXL captain said to Aliset as they stepped into the Arena. "Let them come to us, we will make our move at the right moment. Stand here in the center with me."
 
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