Welcome to The Duality of Man, an original animanga role-play that features numerous supernatural creatures. Unfortunately, these various species have distanced themselves because of the war that occurred thousands of years ago, plaguing some with eyes that only see their dualism. While others meddle themself with their differences, two groups fight, each attempting to eliminate the other in for their definition of worldly peace. These two groups of the Terror Response Syndicate (TRS) and the Assembly of Phantoms (AP). With individuals fighting merely over their differences, it brings uncertainty to the outcome of this war.
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Summer 2022
Heat has broken through into a glorious summer. The snow has entirely dried through the spring, leaving to the brilliance of the warmer months. Terror activity has risen as people are brought out of their homes, leaving the TRS in a position of consistent work. Each are attempting to maintain victory in the endless struggle for power.
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he laughs at her comment. it seemed like she was really into this game. if she was all in then he would be too. alright he was going to continue to do his best. he was glad that she was having fun and so was he. she was quite the character, but that was a good thing.
he continued mashing buttons. the enemy seemed to just keep coming at them without stopping. they were both focused on the game and their chatter stopped for a few minutes. he looked over to griselda and watched her health drain to zero."oh no, he lost his back up."he said as he turned his attention back to his screen.
"we both know you're better at this then me."he said with a laugh as it seemed like axel was going to win. the last waved seemed have been defeated."is that it?"he asked kaylie as axel stood there still in his defensive stance."is that a boss?"he said as he stared at the screen."yeah, axel has no more healing potions."he said as he started the button smashing once more. kaylie continued to cheer and axel managed to duck and dodge a couple of attacks. axel was on the last of his health and then the boss was gone."did that really happen?"he asked laughing.
Tobi actually takes the time to stare at her screen, and suddenly she feels embarrassed with how she had played the game. Had she not played it right? The young woman looks away with that same red blush painting her face, twiddling her thumbs seated on her lap. "Indeed, he's lost his backup," She agrees to his statement, before looking over to Axel who still struggles to survive. "Hopefully he would last this final round with the boss."
[break][break]It wasn't likely, though, as Axel is short-lived while the boss looks like it would win against the hero. Tobi starts smashing buttons, allowing Axel to attack and defense. Kaylie continues cheering and shouting, although she knows no sooner would it be before Axel's defeat. Or was she just secretly in a pessimistic mood again? Surely he would win, surely he would survive even without the health potions, surely he would be victorious against the last enemy--
[break][break]--he actually wins. Tobi actually wins the round.
[break][break]As the final boss collapses, Kaylie is left staring at the screen for what looks like an eternity. She hears Tobi speak, questioning what just happened, but she doesn't find the words to say. Seconds, minutes pass by, until finally she manages to grin and turn to Tobi. "You... You won!" A laugh escapes her mouth and she holds both the young man's hands. "You actually won, Tobi! Why didn't you tell me you were a pro at gaming, eh?!"
[break][break]She turns back to her screen and presses the close button of the game, turning her unit off. "Well, since you won, I think we should probably go ahead and be on our..." Kaylie stops midsentence, a hint of red making its way to her face again. Did she just want to say that in front of him...? They aren't together yet, no they aren't-- Wait, whatever is she thinking about?! Does she seriously think--
[break][break]Kaylie coughs purposefully and fishes a hand through her pockets, taking out her wallet and scavenging the money she has inside. "I'll be paying the food we are going to buy. It's a deal, after all."
[attr="class","boxo-notes"]Hhhh these two are just-- so lovely <3
tobi continued staring at the screen."axel believes she should of kept that potion for herself. clearly she's more skilled than he."he told her with a grin."i hope so. i doubt he could survive another fight let alone this one."
he hit one button after another. dodging and attacking when there was an opening. he started at the screen declaring axel the winner. it was a glitch right? kaylie's laugh brought him back to reality, that and the fact that she had taken a hold of his hands. without thinking he pulled her into a hug."because im not. you're my lucky charm i guess."he told her as he slowly let her go.
what a silly thing to get excited about. though honestly he was happy he got to spend most of his time with her. he watched her return everything back to the way they had found it and he started to do the same. he smiled hearing her words. despite her not finishing them. he was elated that she wasn't going to ditch him right after the game.
he shook his head."if anything i should treat you. i couldn't of won without you."he told her with a nod."though if you insist, i guess i will buy next time we see each other."the words left his mouth and he could already feel his cheeks getting warm.
She doesn't expect to be hugged after a victorious cheer and feat, but he does. She shuts her mouth once his arms pull her into an embrace, and it immediately flusters her. But she hugs back, anyway. She identifies a scent that belongs to him and him only... his touch is warm, something that makes her want to stay like this for long periods of time. It's an odd feeling, really, but she sinks into the temptation. Only a hug like this could release thousands of thoughts in one's mind.
[break][break]Instantly, they both let go, before Kaylie stands up and declares she would be buying their snacks. Tobi seems to object to this, telling her he'd be happy to buy the food they want, although concludes that he could get them something the next time they meet. Next time... her cheeks slowly start to be painted with a pale red. That statement makes her think about the future more... what would it be like if they met a second time? It's a thought that is suddenly stuck to Kaylie's mind, not letting go.
[break][break]She brushes it off for quite a while, however, and instead smiles at the young man in front of her. "I'll thank you for that, then. It's my turn first, though." She winks and makes her way to the door, waving at him to follow. "Come on, it's almost getting dark. The night's going to be much more lively than anything, so we gotta go!"
[break][break]Kaylie would grab his wrist and she would pull him out of the door, running outside of the arcade. The sky is colored a combination of yellows and purples, and a bit of pinks; it's not the most wonderful of combinations there, but it only signifies that the real fun part of the day is coming. She turns to Tobi with a smile. "So? Which one would you like to try first?" There are a lot of food to choose from the stalls; she would just have to let him pick first. It's her treat.
he had wondered if she would push him away. he had been a bit too excited. it wasn't like he won something incredible. then again he was going to spend more time with kaylie. he was about to let her go, but then he feels her arms wrap around him, hugging him back.
he let's her go once she starts to, not wanting to be weird if continued to hold on to her. they talk about who would buy and why, but he figured kaylie was the type that wouldn't back down. so he gave in and told her he would definitively treat her next time they decided to meet up.
he wasn't expecting her to agree, but she does. he wasn't sure when or where this next meeting would be. he get lost in his thoughts, but she literally drags him back to reality, once he feels her hand around his wrist dragging him out of the gaming area and in search of food. he laughed at her enthusiasm, find it rather endearing.
he smiles at her and shrugs his shoulders."why don't you pick. though one can never go wrong with french fries."
French fries... it is something undeniably appetizing, and she does not question why he decides on wanting to try such snack first. Although she had been thinking about something else to taste, she figured french fries are the first things to go. It is Tobi's first food choice, after all. Well... he asked her about picking first, but she's finally made a choice.
[break][break]"I've been thinking about wanting to eat takoyaki a while earlier, but of course it can go next to french fries. So fries it is." She giggles and points to a few stalls selling the said food. "We should try over there. Lots of things to taste, that is; and I can assure you, there will always be french fries on their table."
[break][break]Kaylie walks up to the first stall nearest to where she is headed, and looking at the other stalls, she realizes she is right. There are lots of other things stored to be sold to tourists. They all seem very well-made; she does not question the amount of people flocking the stalls, even the stall she had decided to choose.
[break][break]It takes a few more people before it is their turn to order; the vendor catches Kaylie and smiles with a bow. "What can I get you, miss?" She asks, turning back to the stoves to continue cooking the fries.
[break][break]"Two large french fries, thank you." And by large, it is understandable that she is talking about the case where it would be placed; large cases mean larger amounts of the potato longuns. She turns to Tobi and raises an eyebrow. "Which would you like, ketchup, cheese, chili, or sweet and sour?"
[attr="class","boxo-notes"]TIS I, THE FRENCHIEST FRY, HERE WITH ANOTHER POST FOR THESE BEAUTIES
tobi shakes his head."then we should of gotten that first."he told her with a nod. then again they could go get some after they got their french fries. he follows her after pointing out a couple of stands."you lead i will follow."he tells her with a smile.
as they near the food stand tobi glances at the menu. taking in all the wonderful smells. it seemed like it had been perfect timing. he was starting to get hungry and everything smelled so good. he stands behind kaylie as she had gotten there before him. she was quite fast. the vendor asking what she wanted to order.
he laughs softly."are you going to judge me by my choices?"he asks her jokingly."cheese and ketchup."he tells her before asking her the same."what do you get?"as they are waiting for their order he almost forgets to suggest."we should get your takoyaki after this."
Tobi does agree that they should have gone for the takoyaki first... but really, Kaylie's fine with ordering french fries before it. She shakes her head in response to this but does not say anything. A red coloration paints her face once he tells her he would follow her wherever she goes. Kaylie nods in response, though can't face him with the red blush on her face.
[break][break]They arrive at the stall that hosts the french fries, and she is approached by the vendor, asking what she could get. Kaylie answers before turning to Tobi, asking him what flavors he would want for his fries. "Yes, yes, I am the judge of fries and will determine which one is most fitting for you." She laughs, playfully swatting the young man on the arm. It's ridiculous to think of, really: a judge of fries simply could not exist.
[break][break]Before long he had given his request, and she nods, having decided hers as well. "Alright. Two fries, please. One flavored cheese and ketchup and the other flavored sour cream and onion. Thank you." She tells the vendor, and she nods to this before disappearing into the mini kitchen.
[break][break]Kaylie then turns to Tobi and chuckles. "Yes, that is exactly the plan." She finds her stomach grumbling every minute they are standing and waiting. "I think I possibly can't limit myself to just one snack for tonight." She adds with a wink.
tobi chuckled at her words about being the judge of fries."yes, boss."he with a nod."pick the best of the best."he said encouraging her. fries were one of his favorite snacks. the crunchier the better. there was nothing worse than a soggy fry. as they waited for their order to be complete tobi glanced around the other stands around them. she wanted takoyaki and he figured it wouldn't be a bad idea if he looked around. he saw a couple of stands selling lemonade and cotton candy. though none in his line of view that were selling what kaylie craved. that wasn't to say it wasn't further down the line.
he chuckled at her response."so what else are you planning on eating? more sweets? if you want ice cream i will get that for us."he told her with a smile.
"Boss? Goodness me, lad, I have never been a master of anything." Her best motherly voice makes itself evident, and she swats his arm jokingly while laughing. She's never spoken in that kind of tone before... it is indeed a shocker that sometimes thinking about it after it is done scares her.
[break][break]She sees him turn to the other stalls, and Kaylie figures she should, as well. It's only worth checking if the next snack on the list is present among the others. Her eyes dart over one stall to another, but as she finishes searching for the octopus balls she huffs and crosses her arms playfully. "Huh. No takoyaki..." She never would have thought the festival would be incomplete, but Kaylie understands. Not everyone could be in one place at the same time. She says that from experience.
[break][break]When he mentions ice cream, she grins and turns to him with a nod. "Ice cream would be nice, yes." Suddenly the thought of having takoyaki next is replaced by the iced sweet, and somehow she could not wait to try it tonight. Nothing makes her thirsty than a container of piping-hot fries, so she could not agree more to getting some.
[break][break]Speaking of fries, they have finally arrived, and as the vendor sets the finished products on the counter in front of them, she slowly grabs hers and picks the toothpick prepared as well. "Thank you," She bows her head at the vendor, who does the same. "Now then, should we get the ice cream?" Kaylie asks with a grin.
[attr="class","boxo-notes"]I am-- also getting very hungry just typing this reply up--
he chuckled at her words."i don't know why, but hearing you say lad it rather funny."it wasn't that he didn't want to talk to her, he just was bad at starting conversations. besides he figured they would have plenty of time to talk once they collected all the food they were going to consume and then find a place to sit. it seemed like she had done the same as he. glancing around at the other food stands near them.
he smiles at her reaction."hey now, we might have to just look for it. surely this isn't all the food stands around."he told her encouragingly. then again who knows what other foods they would find scattered around. he seems to distract her by mention ice creaming. though it probably would of been better to have an actual drink. though ice cream could do the job, just as well if one waited long enough for it to melt. though if they planned on doing that, they should probably get it in a cup.
after a few seconds later the vendor returns with their first treat. he thanks her as well after receiving the hot fries. they smell so good, but he knows he'd burn his mouth if he pops one in right away. he looks at kaylie and nods."ice cream it is. don't forget i'll be paying for this."he told her with a smile. tag: @kaylie notes: always down for some fries lol
Funny, hmm? She never thought she would make quite a funny one. But she considers it a compliment to make her shy; a red blush makes its way through her cheeks as she looks away from Tobi with a flustered smirk. "M-Me? Funny? No, no..." She waves a hand in front of her, the blush and her shyness still evident. "I'm never funny at all. But does saying lad really make me funny? So it does..."
[break][break]Kaylie knows not about what had gotten over her today. Tobi's statement had simply been a compliment, she was sure about that, but now her inner conscience suddenly starts to tell her it was something else. She's never received compliments before... was this why she's acting so subtle this way?
[break][break]Tobi mentions the takoyaki, and he attempts to encourage her to search carefully for it around the stalls. Kaylie shakes her head, a soft smile on her face. "No, it's fine, really. I'm glad to have the ice cream in case we don't actually find the takoyaki around here." She grins as Tobi reminds her he would be paying for the frozen treat. "Of course, mister. It's your turn to treat us both this time."
[break][break]The other stalls are fairly packed, so is the fries stall they had just bought from before. Kaylie looks off to the distance and hears the usual bells of an ice cream barista coming close by. "Ice cream!" She screams, almost like a little child desiring a treat, and she grabs Tobi's wrist all so suddenly. "I think it's over there! Come on!" She points to a certain direction and the next thing they knew it, they would be running towards the ice cream barista whose figure in the shadows becomes much more clear as they approach.
tobi chuckles softly."well to me you are. i mean you have me laughing all the time."he tells her with a smile as she seems to be waving his comment away. even if she didn't believe she was funny, he did.
tobi figured he would just leave it at that. no sense in making her more flustered. they continued to walk and while they did so tobi ate a couple of his fries. they really smelled good and they tasted even better. he had tried to encourage her not to give up. they hadn't seen all the stands so maybe the takoyaki would be hidden in some corner some where. though she didn't seem to mind. he wondered if there were any restaurants around here that had takoyaki. it didn't have to be tonight, but maybe he would drop some off for her at the library.
the search for the ice cream was on. he didn't think it would be too difficult to find. he chuckled as she called him mister."but of course miss."he told her with a smile. he had been in the process of pointing out the ice cream when she yelled it out first. holding on his his fries with his free hand as she grabbed him and started pulling him along."is there anything you can't find?"tobi chuckled as they neared the vendor. eventually they had reached their destination. luckily they hadn't been too far away and were able to catch up."perfect timing."tobi said to the vendor."what are you getting?"he asked kaylie as he looked at the flavor the vendor had. tag: @kaylie notes: c: lol
They had been searching everywhere; first for takoyaki, then for ice cream. But they are successful in finding the latter. Kaylie is rather elated to find the treat, she couldn't help but drag Tobi around. Luckily he doesn't seem to mind. But she is starting to get thirsty and, even if ice cream doesn't help matters with it, she still wants it anyway. The vendor is not as far away as they seem; Kaylie does not intend on wasting time.
[break][break]His statement makes her blush once more, but she does not show it, and instead keeps on running. She's no expet at finding things this instantly. Perhaps it had been adrenaline, or the excitement of having to spend more time with the man beside her... despite her thoughts, she provides no reply, and instead focuses on the road to reach the ice cream man.
[break][break]They arrive after a few moments of racing towards the stall, and the ice cream barista tips his cap in greeting. "Good evening to you, sir and miss!" He says rather cheerful. It's something that will charm his customers, she notices. Definitely staff material. "What can I get you today?"
[break][break]There were a variety of flavors to choose, but Kaylie only had her sights on one. The answer is pretty obvious, so she smiles politely instead and turns to her company. Tobi had asked her which flavor she wanted, which triggers her to immediately point to the cookies and cream flavor. "Cookies and cream, please." She tells him, although her voice sounds a bit high pitched, almost as if she is a little child asking for something. "It's justice."
[break][break]Her sponsor hadn't told her what flavor he wanted yet, so she asks with a raised eyebrow and a small smirk. "How about you? What would you like?" Curiosity gets the best of her sometimes. But it's only a way of getting to know the other more... and should they do this again sometime, she would immediately know.
[attr="class","boxo-notes"]AAAAAA I am so sorry for this late reply! Was also sick typing this reply up, but I managed ;_;
tobi smiled at the friendly vendor, while he looked over the different flavors they carried. he had asked kaylie what she wanted, while he decided. everything sounded so good. should he stick to the usual or pick something different? while he thought he ate another fry. in the end he decided to get what he usually got.
she asked him what he was going to get and he chuckled softly."everything looks so good, i can never choose. i think i'll just go with what i usually get."he told her with a smile as he ordered strawberry. he pulled some money out of his back pocket and handed it to the vendor, taking his change first before any attempt in holding his ice cream."so what else are we getting?"he asked her with a smile.
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