Finding Purpose

Mon Jun 29, 2015 7:59 pm

Haah.. huuh.. haah.. huuh.. haah.. huuh.. Came Taub's heavy breathing as he walked through an alleyway of the city. He had been walking for a little while, not too long, and he was already starting to feel the effects of this damned miasma. He had come here to find this Shadowfall he had found so much about. An organization comprised of demons and arrancar, comprised of those who he may relate to, those who may be like him. Taub's heavy breathing continued as he soldiered on, ever so slightly leaning forward from the exertion of simply being here. He was determined to find this Shadowfall...

Taub was probably lucky he couldn't feel pain, with the damage to his body he'd probably be feeling some right about now. He had heard that it wasn't pleasant, this pain. Was it really that bad.. pain? Taub coughed into his right hand, grimacing as he saw a small splatter of blood land in his palm. He really was taking quite a beating from this place. He liked the city, it.. had a form of elegance to it that he liked. He could enjoy being here, if only not for this damn miasma and his damn body... Maybe if he just rested for a little while... Taub slumped against a nearby wall, sliding down on his back until he sat down; he leaned his head forward, cradling it and his arms on his knees, presenting a rather small figure as Taub wasn't too tall, still young, and rather light.

Mon Jun 29, 2015 8:58 pm

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Artist: 東方 - Song: Doll Judgement - Word Count: 1010

The out lands of the Central Demon Country were in need of great healing. Due to many minor conflicts, there were often many demons that had found themselves caught up in the crossfire of things. So, The Princess of Demon World made it an effort to otherwise help bring blessing, cure the sick and otherwise take care of the poor to help keep enforcing the good will of the Royal Asthavon Family upon these people. So, it would prove to be no surprise that Neoveta was none too far from the distance of the fading Quincy's energy.

In a small shack on the corner, The Princess of Demon World was seen utilizing her demonic magic in order to help alleviate the alignments of the injured and sick. There were a great number of demons whom had been maimed, wounded and otherwise poisoned by a conflict going on outside of the Central Nation's boundaries. Henceforth, in hopes that these people would make it, they were delivered to this small city in the main country of Demon World in hopes of being healed by the sacred prowess of Neoveta Asthavon.

Ergo, in her capable hands did she indeed do just that. By spreading her crimson energy across the bodies of the wounded, The Princess was able to tether them to her energy wavelength. Then, once the seeds of her energy's particles had seeped into their bodies, The Demoness could then go on to inject them with her Omi-Healing; a form of high-class healing magic. By clasping her hands together, Neoveta would then begin channeling an internal prayer to the likes of the Demon God and Za Koa in order to grant her strength to perform these miracles.

In just a few moments, the six crimson wings upon the child back began to glow and the ritual was ready to commence. Thus, she started reversing and restoring the injuries inflicted upon these unfortunate souls at a steady rate. What was once broken was now mended and repaired.Limbs were restored, sickness was purged from the body and health and vitality were infused by this divine and oh-so-sacred energy that was being generated by the child-like demon. It brought many shocked gasp, stunned eyes and even made those who were being healed question whether or not this was real.

However, it was not a dream. This was the prowess of the most mystic and powerful magic known to demon realm. If the likes of the demi-goddess known as Neoveta could not perform these feats? Then only the Goddess Khala or the Demon Queen Mana could perform them. Thus, the child would only leave them with a telepathic transference of knowledge. This knowledge was of the fact that Khalaism, Demon World's premier religion, would accept them into their arms. All they needed to do was open themselves of the possibility of being save and finding eternal salvation within the depths of Hell's Nirvana.

So, with The Princess's miracles performed, Neoveta would leave them all a mental hotline to call upon her on and she'd soon take her leave from this shack. Levitating only a few inches off the ground, the silver haired child moved her crimson eyes all about as she sensed another that needed her help. There was a fading energy none too far from her and it was Quincy in origin. Based on the fact it's life force dropped to such a low level, there was no telling when the cursed soul would meet it's demise. Hence, as a result, it was up to The Princess to once again try and see if she could salvage another soul.

For this reason is why she would then lock on to frequency of Taub's life force. Once she was attached to it, all it would take was a quick burst of shadow step in order to bridge the distance between them and find this dying Quincy before it was too late. Therefore, in a flash of scarlet light, Neoveta emerged before the decaying human as her black, Gothic-Lolita type dressed flared and flapped against the wind.

With but a single hand being put out towards the male, the influence of The Demoness's divine magic would go on to help and try form a constant shield around the Quincy's body. From there, with her Omi-Healing already active, The Princess pushed to do her hardest to help revert the injuries done to him. Taub would feel new life, energy and health surging into his body like a rushing current of vitality. From there, a scarlet glow would then mark the bond of her demonic blood entering his body and attempting to sustain his essence while in this realm of harsh extremes.

It took quite the bit of effort for races outside of demon and hollow kind to survive in Demon World, so she could only bless this soul with her sacred magic to help him stay alive while during his visit into their terrority. However, with that being the case, she was curious as to why this male would subject himself to this punishment. There must be a reason for him being here and she was determined to find that out.

So, through telepathy, Neoveta would begin pulsating her emotions of concern into his mind and pressing him to speak on why he would venture forth into primary nation. Was he after power? Did he just wind up here by accident? Or was he attempting to prove something? Whatever the case may be, The Princess wanted to know if she should send him back to his world or assist him on finding salvation. As, within her grasp, she held the keys to granting him anything he so desired should his intentions prove right.

All that was left for The Quincy to do now was take her hand and be taken on this journey into spiritual, mental and physical evolution and insight. Would be so brave as to take that hand and see what promises this demoness had to offer him?

Mon Jun 29, 2015 9:37 pm

Taub's gaze shot up in response to the being's arrival, and he felt confusion as when his gaze locked onto their form, he saw the form of a young looking girl, potentially even younger than himself. He stared, and was about to speak when she raised a hand, immersing him in a scarlet glow. Suddenly, he felt his body begin to heal, his fatigue quickly lifting. His breathing returning to normal, Taub raised his head and lowered his arms from his knees, eyes still locked onto the girl before him.

Taub felt feelings enter his mind, and he soon found that they were not his own. Was she trying to communicate with him? Could she not speak? The feelings seemed to inquire as to why he was here. He waited for a small amount of time before responding. I-I-I... sh-sh.. Shadowfall... I.. found that their may be people.. like me here. And so I came here. A grin slowly spread across Taub's face. Are.. you like me? Taub noticed that the girl's hand was still raised towards him, as if beckoning him. He slowly moved forward, dropping to one knee as the other moved to bring him closer to the girl. His right arm slowly moved toward hers. Can you.. take me to people like me..? I.. don't like being alone... As he finished speaking, Taub's right hand would traverse the rest of the distance to the girl's, his hand grasping lightly onto hers.

Tue Jun 30, 2015 3:33 am

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Artist: Manabu Namiki - Song: Last Field "Her Moon" - Word Count: 1031

There was a sense of relief that oozed down the spine of The Princess of Demon World. This was because it seemed that she had made it in time in order to save this lost and injured Quincy that had wound up in her care like a hurt puppy. More than that, it seemed that his body was able to otherwise tolerate her demonic energy quite well to not reject it and cancel out the healing. Ultimately, that sign alone translated into the fact that he would be able to otherwise live to see another day. And, upon that reflection, there couldn't be anything but contentment that flowed through the depths of Neoveta's heart.

Henceforth, in the time it took for him to figure out a response to reply to The Princess with, she had already finished up the stabilization and recovery of his body. In fact, he may even find himself stronger than before. Why was this? This was due to the fact that her energy was beginning to bind to him and inject him with a rich source of power that was connected to her own body. By tethering this energy into the lone adventurer, he would stand to see a noticeable improvement in his spiritual energy, find his abilities becoming enhanced and his overall strength would improve by two fold.

So, in that moment, he may have very well felt the most alert, awake and vibrant he had ever been in this entire life up until this point. That was simply the nature of the magic which was associated with the Demonic Princess's divine prowess. At least, she considered it divine by the way it could bring forth such wonderful blessings to the world around her without exhausting her too much.

None the less, there was not too much time to dwell in on these scared thoughts. There seemed to be words forming out of the boy's mouth and they captivated the attention of The Princess. From what he was uttering out, it seemed that the outsider was interested in joining the ranks of Shadow Fall. Thus, by association, there was no doubt that she could indeed introduce him to the wealth of salvation awaiting for him in Khalaism with their affiliation.

Ergo, with a nod of acknowledgement, The Princess would accept his reasoning for seeking out companionship in her fair nation. However, there would be a slow blink coming from her crimson eyes as she observed a peculiar grin that emerged on the males lips. Just what was he so ecstatic about? Despite asking that question internally to herself, The Princess would soon find her answer as he asked his own.

"Are you like me?"

That simple phrase was what brought her attention to the forefront. They -- were similar? This statement was something that Neoveta was more than likely going to peer deeper into. But, before that, she'd allow him to speak further as it seemed that there were more thoughts processing through the male's mind that he needed to express. So, as he got down on one knee and touched her hand, The Princess tilted her head to the right as she was perplexed by his sudden affectionate and touch.

In spite of that, he would only serve to further confuse the girl as these words started to process themselves over and over again. In fact, they repeated themselves in an infinite loop until The Princess came up with an appropriate response to his actions. For this reason is why she would then wince her eyes, but she'd find the processing capacity in order to articulate herself. After all, it had been a few weeks, if not, months since she properly spoke to another soul. At least, not after the ordeals of Demonic Incursion and finishing her last encounter with the Gotei Thirteen's Captain Commander in Hell.

"I will grant your request to join among our ranks. Simply accept my blood into your heart and soul and I will bestow to you our blessing."

The Princess's eyes seemed to wince for a bit, but she eventually formed those words out and had them echo from around her body in order for him to properly hear her. She was still using telepathy, but, instead, it was being utilized in order to project her voice in the area around them. More importantly, there would be a scarlet glow emitting from The Demoness's body as her eyes stared intently at The Demon. Yet, this wasn't a gaze of malice. Instead, he'd feel a sense of relief, looseness and serenity from it. This is because the spiritual aura of Neoveta served to relax those in her presents rather than oppress and constrict them like many others within Demon World.

Thus, with the air being softened around them, maybe the male would feel more at ease than before. For, even Neoveta herself felt somewhat more calm and tranquil by the reishi spreading throughout the air around them. Despite that, though, she would focus her attention back to the matter of bringing this male enlightenment. So, with her left hand, The Princess would put it's left index finger upon the male's head and attempt to make a demonic contract between the two of them.

In it? Neoveta would unlock further evolution of mind, body and spirit in order to grant salvation from this loneliness that crept in his heart. If he sought to no longer be isolated? Then she would grant him that request and always give him company. There were many within the depths of Shadow Fall and Khalaism willing to take in another lost soul. And Taub would be no exception to this rule. So, with this presence overflowing into his mind, Neoveta shared this knowledge through her telepathy and awaited his response in order to see which path the boy desired to go down.

Would he say accept -- or would be decline? Only mother time understood the answer of that question. For his sake, The Princess only hoped he'd make the correct decision and seek saving in her arms.

Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:09 pm

Oh, so she can speak? Taub thought to himself. His grin widened, his mind becoming elated as she told him she'd accept him. He looked down at his left hand and clenched it, feeling the newly found power this girl had bestowed upon him. His teeth showed more and more as he felt it flow through his body, making him stronger. He wanted more. His eyes grew wider as his mind was pressed with more information, teaching him of this teaching called Khalaism. Yes, he had found where he truly belonged, his home, his nirvana!

Taub would straighten his body out into a proper bowing position on one knee, his back mostly straight and him staring right into the eyes of the girl before him, his eyes full of emotion, swirling with all of his thoughts and desires. Yes.. of course he would accept... Taub's eyes would somewhat normalize as he felt the calming aura emanating from the girl before him, but they still held his signature somewhat wide and wild look as they stared back into the eyes of his savior. He would lean his head slightly forward in response to the contact of her finger on his forehead, about an inch, his face gaining a somewhat content look. He he, hihi, hehe he hehehe hahahahahahahahahahaha! I..... will accept everything! Please, give me purpose!

Fri Jul 03, 2015 10:35 am

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Artist: MCOST - Song: senses circuit loop 117 - Word Count: 1027

Happiness. That is what The Demonic Princess could sense being emitted from the newly turned Khalaist. It appeared that once again she was able to produce another miracle and birth more wonder into the world with his salvation. So, it is at this point that The Maga of Khalaism unveiled herself as such by transferring knowledge of this sacred religion further into the boy's mind. [Link here] Such holy information such as their beginnings, nine sins, nine beliefs and hierarchy would be infused into The Quincy's consciousness so that he may become more aware of what he was becoming apart of.

So, as he was marked by her, a circular symbol with a large eye in its center materialized across the boy's right hand. Soon, as the seed of Khalaism pierced further into soul, would it have nine tendrils extend from its top, bottom and sides. In that moment, Taub may very well feel connected to something much larger and bigger than himself. A community, purpose and sense of belonging could very well overwhelm his mind and enlighten him to the much bigger picture: there is meaning to life and death is not the end.

For with this sealing being merged with him, he'd become mindful of the depths of Nirvana and deep, deep eternal pleasures that it had awaiting him within its infinite domain. All he had to do was open himself, remain true to himself and pledge his loyalty to Khalaism. It is by doing that where the gods and the forces they control would bless him and allot him deliverance from this world of dry despair. For, as his spirit progresses in this life, the true fruits of his immortal life will become all the more richer as he struggles, finds pleasure and becomes enlightened to what his heart truly desires in this life and the next.

Hence, it is under these conditions and stipulations that Neoveta would guide this lost soul into Khalaism. He'd be taught the proper ways of Khalaism, uncover his ambitions and figure it out what is he wants from this life and discover his purpose. For everyone has a gift that they can offer to society, the world and the universe itself. And, within their religion, these Khalaist sought to bring that potential out from everyone who welcomed them and accepted this belief into their hearts, minds, bodies and souls. For without that, the proper way of Khalaism will not and they will lose sight of this true intent.

Henceforth, for these reasons is why Neoveta felt that perhaps a change in scenery may be needed. Perhaps, she would take him to one of her own temples within the most holy city within Demon World: The Demon God's City. Therefore, with this idea now embeded in the mind of The Demon Princess, she'd shift her crimson eyes back towards the sight of the newborn Khalaist and nod her head at his bewildered emotions towards her speaking.

As she anchored herself back into reality and away from her internal self, The Maga of Khalaism truly did not think much of her none speaking. With all the multitude of ways demons can communicate with one another, telepathy seemed like the gates to true emotion and understanding when dealing with those she had not yet invested great love and relationship with. It allowed her to express her sentiments, thought patterns, emotions and knowledge in a much greater way than any one person could with words, writing or visual means of communication.

So, having mused along these lines, another wave of understanding beamed from Neoveta's mind and flowed into Taub's so that he may comprehend why she did not desire to speak at first. As he took his bow before his new sistern, The Demon Princess would then give him a bow in return as she accepted him for what and who he was at this time. There was a sense of satisfaction and pleasure found in the act of him embracing Khalaism into his heart. As, it felt like another days work was completed in saving his soul from the depths of purgatory, despair and hardship found so abundantly in this existence that they shared.

"Then purpose will be bestowed upon you. Come, I will take you to one of our temples and you'll meet your new family."

Those words sounded warm, sincere and all too serene as a small smile eased over onto to The Princess's face. With her Royal Magic beginning to hone in and attune itself to the depths of Demon World, a wormhole connecting their location to the capital would be forged. Thus, in a mist of white light, a spherical vortex came into view behind Neoveta and it brought a shining illumination down before Taub in its presence.

"Follow me. Everything will be made clear in due time."

Still, even in these moments, The Maga did not motion her lips in the slightest. The mental transmissions of her mind were still at play as she sent out her thoughts towards the boy. But, there wasn't any point in wasting time on mulling over those sentiments. Now was the moment for them to embark back to their holy lands and seek out further insight within one of the many temples of Khalaism.

Ergo, The Princess would then begin to hover herself a few inches higher off the ground before slowly moving herself towards the ray of light and being devoured by it. In the gesture of a single waving motion of her right arm, The Holy Child would then expect The Quincy to follow her and venture further deeper into the depths of Khalaism and find his key to salvation on this journey. It may be a perilous venture for him to commence upon, but the path of Khalaism was truly the right and most wholesome way of having a healthy after life. So, it is for both his sake and hers -- that he follow.

True Nirvana awaits them both in the depths of Khalaism.

[Neoveta is exiting the thread. I will create a new one when Taub has exited as well.]

Wed Jul 08, 2015 8:51 pm

Taub felt elation as the stream of information flowed through his mind. His head fell to look downwards, right arm resting on the right knee he was kneeling on. His entire body shook as adrenaline flowed through his veins. His grin stretched his face and his eyes dilated as his body only shook more. As the symbol was forming on his right hand, he would clasp his face with that hand so that the symbol would be placed where his right eye would be. He kneeled and shook for upwards of a minute as the information continued to flow seemingly nonstop into his mind. Even after the flow had stopped, he continuously replayed it inside of his head, burning the information unforgettably inside of his consciousness.

After a while, his body stopped. He simply stood there, a look of pure insanity plastered on his face, not moving a muscle, his eyes going utterly still, his breathing seeming to stop. He kneeled in that same motionless pose for a few lingering moments before finally moving once more. His expression become neutral and he began to stand up straight, looking directly at the light before him that his savior had been swallowed into. He gazed at the completed marking on his hand and heard the many voices of his new family ring out to him. His expression changed once more, this time devoid of anything someone would perceive as insanity. This time his expression fit that of an excited child, simply happy about something.

He giggled as he stretched his right arm out, looking at the new symbol at different angles, observing it closely. He outstretched his arm towards the ray of light, his fingers outstretched and his palm facing the light. Taub slowly moved forward and watched as the light slowly swallowed his hand and the symbol along with it. He paused there for a second, his arm up to his wrist in the light, and giggled once more like an innocent child. He then continued to step into the light, arm still out, eager to meet his newly found family, one that would accept him for who he was.

Taub is exiting the thread, following behind Neoveta to wherever she may lead him.

Tue Jul 28, 2015 10:27 pm

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