victory_road | Hisuian + Summer Catchall [Open]

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Hisuian + Summer Catchall [Open]

Who: Zack Fair + Various

Where: Random places in Hisui/ Johto

When: till September

Summary: Catch all for the rest of the hisui event starting from part 2 and will encompass the rest of summer just to keep things organized for now.

Rating: Teen and under but will make note if changes

Log:

Arrival/ Obsidian Fieldlands at night

It's been a wild ride since he'd arrived in this new region. At first he had felt at home in Johto and even had some buddies there like Grim and Brodoof. He was getting used to that world when he was suddenly thrown into the past. Sure, Zack had understood What Cara Liss had said but that didn't mean he liked it. He was just starting out his second chance at life and now here he was in another new world.

While he did miss his phone and other modern technology and goods {his hair gel really was sorely missed} he didn't mind being out in the wild. He'd grown up with almost nothing in the backwaters of Gongaga so this was more nostalgic of home then the other place had been.

Zack missed his buddies but luckily he had gained another buddy here. Doggo the growlithe was his buddy and he reminded Zack a lot of brodoof. Doggo would often lay at his feet or cuddle him when he was feeling sad. It was like Doggo could read his thoughts, though Zack wasn't sure if that was real or not. The jury was out on that one still. Together they had adventured around the Obsidian fieldlands, meeting other trainers every so often but usually camping out under the stars together. That was where they were currently found, huddled up under a tree. Doggo was sleeping but Zack was up and stargazing, kept up by thoughts of home and of the previous world.

Cobalt Coastlands

The coastlands were a place Zack really enjoyed. It wasn't too hot but when you laid on the beach for awhile it was warm enough to warrant a nice soak in the waters. At least he had thought that until he realized how many pokemon were in the waters. He had stopped venturing deep into the ocean after learning what lived there the hard way. Doggo wasn't even able to help him in water at all, the poor boy always waited for him patiently on the beach like the good boy he was.

Currently Zack was lounging on the beach, his growlithe laying besides him but on alert in case any other pokemon came too close and tried to bother them. He'd taken his survey corps uniform top off and was topless, only keeping the pants on for now. Doggo's tail started to wag a bit but he stayed where he was, seeing a trainer in the distance. Zack sat up, his back covered in sand and stretched a bit before getting up to survey the area around them.

Alabaster Icelands

It was cold, but with Doggo at his side he had a small furball who always generated heat. The two had trekked into the snowy fields exploring. Really it was just Zack walking in the snow with Doggo in his arms the whole time to keep them both warmer. Doggo was enjoying this and had his tongue out the entire time.

As they had explored, the duo came up upon a flock of bird pokemon that Zack obviously didn't recognize. It looked like some of the bigger birds were picking on a smaller one. Doggo whined at the scene and the two rushed in. Some of the birds (rufflets) flew off in surprise but the one that remained seemed injured in it's wing. Doggo used a fire fang on the rufflets that remained while Zack grabbed the injured Rufflet. "Hey little one, you doing okay? I'll get you some help soon I promise."

A cold wind blew as Zack brought the bird closer to his chest. He whistled for Doggo to leave the others and follow him as they ran into the wild to find any other trainer who might have some kind of healing on them.
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Geddoe's definitely not into casual cuddling, no. Especially not with someone he only just met. But that aside...

"I'll see you back."

He is concerned about whether the guy can make it back on his own, considering. Geddoe may be used to dealing with the occasional shock, even some nasty ones, but most people aren't.

Zack would have jumped in excitement but he's too tired to be that level of energetic right now so he stays his subdued shocked self and just nods instead. There is a smile on his face though.

"I appreciate it man."

He starts to walk back, keeping pace with Geddoe. "So....what did you used to do before coming here?"

That's such a vaguely-worded question, there's easily a half-dozen different ways Geddoe could answer it. Most of them snarky. But tempting though some of those responses might be, Geddoe can guess what the intent of the question is easily enough.

"I did mercenary work back in the world I'm from."

Not exactly a career with a stellar reputation, but he has his reasons.

"Oh, I kinda was the same...or rather I tried to be."

Now that's a whole can of worms he doesn't really want to talk about nor does he think Geddoe would like to hear. It's too long a story and with how little Geddoe says himself it would probably just be a bother.

"I was in the military before that but I left after a mission gone bad, not my fault but...I guess I wasn't strong enough to prevent it."

Geddoe isn't particularly big on either prying or sharing, no. Especially with people he barely knows. Heck, even with people he's known for years, at times.

That said, Geddoe is very all too familiar with that last sentiment.

"If you did everything you could, then try not to beat yourself up over it."

He knows that's much easier said that done--heck, there's still crap from fifty years ago he feels bad about--but he also knows dwelling on it doesn't fix things for anyone.

"I...I don't think I did." Zack frowns and leans forward a little bit as they walk, almost a bit hunched over. "I should have been stronger or maybe if I was better friends...maybe I could have stopped it. Maybe I could have done something to stop the carnage..."

It's clear Zack is a bit in his own world, replaying the event of Nibelheim, of Angeal leaving SOLDIER and of his meetings with Genesis. "Hey Geddoe...do you think this place is a second chance?"

There's probably things Geddoe could say to that, but, frankly, it's none of his business. And he's just not the type to offer empty pity.

"No idea. Seems like no one knows how people wind up here, let alone why. Some like it here, others don't."

The words don't really help much but Zack doesn't mind. So it seems that there isn't really a right or wrong way to think about that other world, at least he isn't totally alone in thinking it could be another chance. Geddoe might not believe it but there are others who do and maybe he'll find some who do one day.

"What do you believe?"

Geddoe's definitely not the type to beat around the bush out of concern for someone's feelings. He does, however, have to consider a moment how to answer that question. More in terms of how to put his thoughts into words than anything.

"I figure it's just another world, however we got here. And if what people say that time passes differently here is true, then I can just stick it out until I go back."

Yes, he's quite aware some people have been here for years. Apparently that doesn't bother him. Much.

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"So I might not age here? That's...well that's really strange." Zack sighed and looked down at the ground as they walked, dragging his feet a little to kick up some sand. Clearly he was upset.

"Hey Geddoe? Could I tell you a secret?"

"No idea. People just said that no matter how much time someone spends here, they'll get back to their original world the same moment they left."

Now, Geddoe wouldn't age, but that's for other reasons. Zack's question is met with a raised eyebrow, though.

"You wanna tell a secret to someone you just met?"

He's not the type to blab, mind, but the point remains.

"Yeah why not? You're nice and...honestly I have no real friends here. You seem to know a lot too and well.." He pauses a moment and looks over to him. "Maybe it's dumb of me but I feel like I can trust you. If you're uncomfortable don't worry I won't say anything."

He walks ahead a little quicker, feeling like he embarrassed himself now.

It's almost a pity he so quickly moved ahead, it means he probably missed the faint look of mild surprise that crossed Geddoe's features at being called nice. That's not really the sort of first impression most people get of him. That said, the moment passes pretty quickly.

"Your call," Geddoe says with a slight shrug. Honestly,he figures it's probably the sort of all too common thing that young folk think is a much bigger deal than it is.

If Zack wasn't so tired right now he's probably be walking backward so he could look at Geddoe and rest his hands behind his head, but it's still exhausted from the zap. Instead what he does is he stops walking so Geddoe can keep up with him and when he's next to him Zack looks over to him, his expression a little grim.

"I...I'm pretty sure I'm dead. I mean, my last memories are of myself dying so..." He sighs and looks away. "I know that's kinda heavy and sorry for spurring it on you like that but I...I just need to talk about it with someone...anyone..."

Geddoe had figured, whatever this guy's secret was, it was probably one of those things people think is a big deal until they're older and have more perspective. Having committed a crime, for example, or secretly hating the career their parents pushed them towards. Those sorts of things.

Suffice it to say then, that what Zack actually says surprises him enough to stop in his tracks.

Though only for a moment, you don't get to be as old as he is if you let things like that get to you for long.

"... I don't know what to tell you. There's a lot of strange things about this world."

It's not exactly the comforting words he wants nor any real help with advice but it still does make him feel better. It's a weight lifted off him to have someone else know his secret.

"Well I appreciate you listening anyway." He gives a half hearted smile at Geddoe before walking again. "I guess I might fit in this world then, a wandering spirit. Who knows how much time I might have here until I'm sent away. I think that's why I want to enjoy this to the fullest, you know?" There is a look of hope in his eyes as he looks up at the sky. "Gotta enjoy all the borrowed time you can."

Geddoe's not exactly the person to go to for comfort, he tends to be a bit blunt for that. That, and someone who still struggles with his own grief isn't in the best position to give advice on such topics.

Still, he does have a sense of tact, even if it's not always something he bothers with.

"No one knows how much time they have here. Or how much time they have left back in their own worlds. No matter how long or short it is, if you act on what's important to you, you can die without regrets."

Has Geddoe achieved that himself? No. But he knew at least one person who did.

"Die without regrets....I wish I knew what that was like. I died with so many....I've only ever seen people die with regrets.." He sighs and tries not to think of Angeal, Sephiroth, Cloud, or anyone who he's lost by coming here. He's seen good men get horrible ends and become monsters. Monsters he had to slay. He doesn't want to think of that cause there might be no coming back from that.

"Hey...I think I can walk the rest of the way back myself. I see camp not to far up ahead."

That certainly would explain why he wants this place to be a second chance, but it's probably not Geddoe's place to comment further. Especially since ultimately, dealing with regrets is on the person who has them, for better or worse. And Geddoe is well-acquainted with that sort of feeling.

"You sure?"

He doesn't want to find you collapsed just outside of camp, kid.

Zack does hesitate for a moment, no he isn't sure. He used to be so sure in his choices, in himself and his dreams but what's the point of them when you've already died and failed? So no, he isn't certain he wants to be alone right now but he can't possibly ask Geddoe to come with him all the way. He already embarrassed himself and he doesn't want to anymore.

"Yeah...I'll be fine. Thanks for walking me this far. Who knows maybe our paths will cross again sometime." He smiles almost bittersweetly but doggo is already heading off and so he starts to as well. "Be safe Geddoe! I hope to see you soon!"

"If you say so."

Geddoe noticed that hesitation, but it's not really his place to question someone else's life (afterlife?) choices. He does wait a moment to be sure Zack's on his way without showing signs of collapsing, then heads off in another direction. Bolt is still sleeping in his hand, but there's daylight left, he can see about whether he can squeeze in another task or something before bed.

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