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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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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Holden had stayed up late the night before, choosing to train despite what Noah had ordered of him. What he didn't know wouldn't kill him though. So he slowly found himself crawling out of bed to prepare for the day, first showering and then putting on a fresh pair of clothing. He would then proceed to put his belt on for his radio and sheath before grabbing his cell phone and wallet, before exiting his bedroom. He first arrived in the cafeteria to eat some breakfast before making his way down the hall. Thoughts entered his mind, about how today was going to be a good day and that he was going to start on the training grounds first. He slowly walked along the halls, already giving the orders to the other guards for today, yesterday, so that he wouldn't have to hang around them much today if at all. He was somewhat surprised that he hadn't seen Noah yet, but couldn't help but assume it possible that he was with a fling, which would explain everything. He made his way towards the doors before opening them and slipping outside.
The walk had been a slow one, choosing to enjoy the fresh air. He made his way towards the training grounds and withdrew his sword to slash at the dummy for his training.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] A glorious summer day existed outside the castle, however, not merely from the magnificent weather conditions. On the wondrous July 18th was Holden’s birthday, but one different from the long-haired man’s previous birthdays. Finally, after years of patient waiting, Holden Pérez would officially be considered a man in the eyes of the law. In turn, this opened opportunities Noah always craved in regards to his guards. Although, there would be a pause on the attempted festivities since another man occupied the king’s bed chambers.
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Nestled against Noah’s chest was a naked man with chestnut coloured hair and sharper features. A delicate one he managed to persuade him to play his games after they indulged in alcohol together. Intoxication made convincing an easier chore because of those negative influences induced by a night of liquor. Eventually, the man beside him stirred, grinning broadly at the navy-haired man who brought him home. The man’s name arrived in a memory, Drew, a young siren who would gain perks from the situation, hence making their night of drinking evidently lead to an intimate interaction.
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“Thanks, handsome,” the siren said flirtatiously.
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Slowly, the fling allowed the blankets to roll off his body, arms reaching up to stretch. Signs of tiredness were exhibited as the siren yawned before retreating to the edge of the bed. The wraith sat up from his position, sliding off the bed to fetch his clothes.
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“And thank you,” Noah responded happily.
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The dressing was accomplished by both parties as decisions would be silently made. The chestnut-haired siren escorted out of the castle meanwhile the king would search for the infamous head guard. A white dress shirt was pulled over Noah’s torso, promptly followed by black trousers. Together, the pair of mutually consenting partners headed towards the door, the mere Aria Village citizen being guided by guards towards the exit while the monarch planned on searching for his familiar. A smile graced the wraith's lips as he walked down the corridors, heading towards the training grounds.
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Oftentimes, the familiar would spend his vacant hours indulging in training from Noah's observations. Either way, his decision to survey the training grounds for Holden was an educated guess. He turned down the hallways, heading outside through a back door that led into an expansive courtyard designed specifically for guard training. Expectations proved correct as the AP soldier's eyes landed on the long, straight dark locks of the young familiar, now a man. A smirk crossed Noah's face as he approached, eyes gleaming.
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Lust glimmered in those silver eyes as Noah strode forward, watching a few moments as Holden trained.
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"Practicing on your birthday?" Noah commented, friendliness in his tone.
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Billions of flirtatious remarks filtered through the navy-haired man's head as he prepared himself. Confidence sprinkled in his body language, determination settling in his silver eyes and an amiable smile tracing his slender lips. The presentation was significant in these circumstances. Through body language, charm and his naturally attractive appearance, Noah prayed to persuade the handsome familiar into his covers for one of his first journeys as a man.
Holden paused with his sword swinging when he heard Noah's comment. "Yes, today is just like any other day." He would answer with a smile. Unaware of Noah's true intentions he went back to swinging his sword against the dummy. It was very important to him to keep his training up to date so that he could protect Noah from any possible threat that attempted to come their way. There was always the fact that when he was younger he had a history of being kidnapped and hoped the training would assist with preventing that from every happening ever again. I know in the past I wasn't as strong as I could have been but I'll be damned if I don't improve when I have the chance right now. He thought to himself, swinging his sword against the dummy with different stances as means of trying to attack his enemy from any position possible to him. As of right now, his sheath remained on his belt, only ever using it when he had to defend himself.
It hadn't crossed his mind that things had changed since turning eighteen, since he hadn't ever checked up on him like this. It was mostly just making sure that his well being remained up to date so that he could resume his role as head guard. More slashes headed towards the dummy, preparing to hit it.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] There were hardly any doubts in Noah's mind as he approached Holden, believing he would receive endless attention. The long-haired king was a confident flirt, somebody who invested plenty of his time seducing men to make his nights less lonesome. Alas, he forbade himself from any discussions of something more with the attractive head guard. The boy needed to reach his 18th birthday before Noah could reasonably make advances towards him. Despite never attempting for anything with Holden, the wraith thought his intimate advancements would be accepted.
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The sword-swinging from the purple-haired head guard paused as he paid him attention. A charmer's smile crawled onto Noah's face as the familiar looked over at him. The attire he chose would hopefully earn him a longer gaze than usual from the attractive man. A comment was made by Holden, the kind that prompted a flirtatious smirk to cross Noah's face. Foolish, little Holden thinking this birthday would hold no special merit. The head guard was officially old enough to start having flings with anybody he pleases.
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Further comments were prepared, however, the clack of a sword being smacked against the castle's training dummy quieted Noah. The wraith's silver eyes widened as he realized Holden had returned to training. There was a subtle fragility to the king's smile, but an alternative idea was thought of. The grin strengthened as Noah drew his sword and moved into position to block Holden's next attack.
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"So... nothing different about this birthday?" Noah inquired to the innocent familiar.
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He would not escape those flirtatious comments easily. The king wanted to try Holden, the man's appearance always attracting his attention. By all regards, the familiar was a stunning man, somebody Noah wanted to enjoy for an evening of pleasure. He would be an excellent man to accompany him through those lonely nights.
Holden had given his answer to Noah before continuing with his training. He swung his sword, aiming at the dummy, surprised when Noah's sword had clashed with his. The question had caught him off guard and he found himself backing away from him. It isn't time for another tournament.... So that can't be it. He is here when normally he doesn't focus on me even on my birthdays.... He thought to himself, giving Noah a confused gaze as he stared right back at him. "It is only a birthday, nothing more, nothing less." He answered, placing his sword back in his sheath before turning to move away from Noah. I need to remind myself to start on the guards drills. I don't want them slacking off after all. He thought to himself with that on his mind, unaware that Noah had been trying to gain affection to try and have a fling with him. A thought had crossed his mind and he found himself glancing back towards Noah, "Is there something you need, my King?" He asked, thinking it would be work related.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] A smile played across Noah's face as he successfully blocked Holden's attack and entered the situation. The purple-haired man's attention was required to proceed with their conversation. He wanted a new individual to lead into the bed and snuggle through the evenings. No lonely nights and a heavy heaping of a pleasure from their interaction, should he succeed. The confident wraith believed he would undoubtedly reign victorious in convincing Holden to join him. Nobody else would be given the opportunity to intimately interact with the familiar; it was an odd desire he wished for.
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The confusion captured those gorgeous brilliant blue eyes, something so innocent that Noah's heart gleefully stirred... How peculiar... Under a vast majority of circumstances, the wraith's body provided no physical cues to suggest a romantic interest in another individual. Yet, he stood, emotions skyrocketing from the adorable expression strung on Holden's countenance. Recoveries were quick as a flirtatious grin settled on Noah's lips, those previous feelings being shoved away for a later ponder.
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When asked about something he needed, Noah's grin strengthened as he strode forward, closing the distance. Their faces were close, the king attempted to stare into Holden's eyes.
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"I do... I was wondering if a gorgeous man like yourself would like to meet me in my room for some fun," Noah flirted.
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The answer to what made Holden's birthday this time extremely special was left without a proper response. Instead, Noah decided to test the familiar and see if the pieces could be put together. It seemed unlikely considering how innocently the purple-haired man was responding.
Holden had asked his question, somewhat regretting it when he heard what Noah had to say on the subject. His cheeks went pink from embarrassment as he listened to Noah flirting with him. That is right, I'm no longer a minor. He wants to have a fling with me.... damn I miss the god old days where I could be a pain in the ass and not have to worry about him attempting such things with me. Even with being annoyed that he had times would sleep with those who had kidnapped me in the past. He thought to himself, slowly backing away from Noah in the process. "In your... room for some fun?" He repeated the question as he debated on how he would turn Noah down. The last thing he wanted to do was make him angry at him. "Now, I've seen some that have gone in your room before, surely they would be better than little old me..." He answered in an attempt to sway Noah's attention off of himself. I doubt it will be this simple though. He thought to himself, already thinking up more ideas on how he could avoid having a fling with Noah. In the middle of their conversation, he had backed up some more, attempting to gain some distance between them.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] The barriers originally created from Holden’s minor status were eliminated the moment the young man’s birthday hit, therefore, he was fair game. The navy-haired king could flirt away and receive his reward for the efforts he did. Certainly, his charms would manage to sway young Holden into the comfort of his bed for snuggles and intimacy. The purple-haired head guard was magnificent in the appearance aspect, making him something Noah sought. Beautiful, slender angles and elegant long locks flowing from his head.
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There was something about Holden’s hair that kept the wraith’s silver eyes locked onto him. Those silky locks shined in the light, a positive radiance that made his hair appear soft. He wanted to reach out and touch the hair of the gorgeous man. Everything about the wondrous head guard created these intense desires. Redness developed on Holden’s face, suggesting he could perhaps be enjoying the attention being provided. The man was bashful about the situation, obvious by the colouration of his cheeks and reaction to the idea of “fun”.
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As Holden backed away, the wraith moved forward, a thin smile adorning his lips. A nod was provided when Holden repeated his words. Insecurities were shown, however, Noah found it adorable and innocent.
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“That does not matter, someone needs to teach you,” Noah responded.
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The steps proceeded, bringing Noah closer to the handsome Holden. The king knew his desires and he believed he would be handed them on a silver platter.
Holden wasn't used to this type of attention but the pieces were slowly coming together as he realized he wasn't a minor any longer. He had backed away from Noah, only for the distance to remain the same because Noah had moved closer to him. He repeated the words, though he wanted nothing more than to be with Noah, he wasn't willing to be just some fling to him. He brought up the subject of the other flings, trying to sway Noah to go after one of them instead but it had failed, since Noah seemed only interested in having him, blushing at the somebody needing to teach him comment. Somebody needs to teach me... He thought to himself, blushing immensely as he thought about it. No..... I won't be your fling! He thought to himself, backing away, only for Noah to step closer before closing the distance between them. "Is that an order, my King?" He asked, curious on the answer that he'd receive. Should Noah make it an order, he would do as he was told, however not be happy about it, should it not be an order, he'd continue his attempts in getting out of this, because he wanted a relationship with Noah, regardless of how selfish his request would be.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] Attractive and fresh out of forbidden territory, the opportunity for something wonderful existed. The adorable purple-haired familiar would make excellent company in his bedroom. After their fun, they could snuggle and he could run his fingers through those silky long locks; by Volos, they looked so soft. He wanted to grab the ponytail and slowly release those beauties. Closing the distance was a failure as Holden proceeded to step backwards, away from him. A soft, flirtatious smirk stretched across Noah’s lips as he continued to move closer.
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Maybe his target was bashful about the entire situation? Most probable. Nonetheless, Noah discovered a wondrous attraction from Holden’s reaction. There was something about the familiar’s actions that made the navy-haired man’s heart flutter wildly. He discovered deep joy in spending his time attempting to persuade Holden to spend special time. Redness monopolized Holden’s glorious face, prompting Noah’s smile to broaden. Everything about his familiar was considered attractive and the wraith was hoping to receive that attention.
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Alas, a foolish question infected Noah with a bewildered expression. Was it an order?! He would never be that malicious towards a guard! Forcing himself upon others would be a despicable action, but flirting and hoping was merely him finding some enjoyment.
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“Is it an order?! Of course not! I am not going to force you to,” Noah replied before smiling again. “Unless it is for a game we can do. So what do you say?”
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There was a chance the flustered reply was Holden’s attempt at flirting with him, a realization that dawned shortly after his confusion. The familiar was new to these situations and the last thing Noah wanted was to make him feel obligated. With hopefulness in his heart, Noah’s silver eyes locked on the beautiful man, waiting for the answer of agreement.
Holden listened to Noah's answer, grateful when he heard it before blushing immensely when he heard what else Noah had to said on the subject. If I ever get my dream, I'll get you back for that, my King. He thought to himself, unable to bring himself to speak because Noah was too good at flustering him. Once more he stepped back away from him, a thought had crossed his mind. If I can ditch him... I can avoid a fling.... He thought to himself before suddenly turning tail and running away from him. "Only if you can catch me." He teased, somewhat serious on the subject but at the same time, he was trying his hardest not to be caught. If he were lucky, another of Noah's flings would show up and interrupt them, so that he could get back to work instead of disappointing Noah for not giving in.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] An omnipotent beauty, that is what Holden was in Noah's opinion. Somebody granted gorgeous looks from the gods themselves and imbued with endless amounts of innocence. Those qualities made the familiar attractive in this instance and kept the king's eyes locked directly on him. Magnificent dark locks with tinges of exotic purple framing a youthful and elegant face. What could anybody ask for in a man?! Every trait granted to Holden manifested the appearance of somebody with beauty beyond average. While others would state otherwise, Noah was absorbed by the concept.
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Each step Holden took backwards was matched by the long navy-haired man. He wanted to impress his familiar and persuade him into the comfortable realm of his bedroom for some intimate time. The gorgeous, innocent man was everything Noah wanted for the evening. A proper snuggle buddy and someone he can enjoy through a sexual endeavour were what the Dark King desired on this day. Suddenly, the man he craved to escort to his bed turned to escape his grasps. The navy-haired man's brow lifted in response to the abrupt action.
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Then a smirk lit Noah's face at Holden's decision to tease him. So the familiar decided he wanted to play hard to get? The thought was exhilarating for the wraith. Immediately, Noah began sprinting after Holden, hoping to capture him for their fun time.
Holden had noticed Noah running after him, he tried harder to pick up speed but it seemed that Noah would catch him shortly if he didn't think of something. So far none of his flings had showed up, which meant he'd have to find a way to make Noah lose. When all seemed lost, he noticed a tree and found himself quickly reaching up to grab the branch before tugging himself up, before grabbing another one, climbing the tree before pausing to look down at Noah. He may be able to teleport, but a tree... it requires climbing, there is no way he'll be able to catch me now. He thought to himself, not having the desire to hurt Noah's feelings but there was no way in hell he would accept a fling from Noah, not when he desired most from him was a relationship. He loved Noah and hoped over time, he'd come to see reason for why he'd chose not to have a fling with him but only time would tell how that would work out for him.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] Lust-hungry and amused, Noah trailed behind Holden, attempting to catch his familiar to introduce him to the wondrous world of flings. The wraith hurried behind the dark-haired man, observing the movements of his gorgeous muscles as he played hard to get with him. By Volos, Holden was a magnificent man, one with boundless amounts of beauty under his name. Graced by fortune opposed to beauty enhanced via abilities and wrapped in innocence. Together, they sprinted through the grassy courtyard, passed patrolling guards and gardeners.
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Gradually, their pursuit led them towards a large tree maintained inside the castle grounds. The navy-haired wraith was getting closer and closer to his dearest Holden! He hoped to escort him back to his bedroom and have some adult playtime with the divine man. Then suddenly there was a shift in direction as Holden approached the tree. The feline familiar hastily grabbed a branch and began climbing up with the grace of a cat. The king slowed as he approached, staring up as Holden paused to glance down at him.
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The wraith scratched the back of his head, surprised, but avoiding anger. The panther familiar was really playing difficult with him.
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"God, Holden. You're playing hard to get," he began, a little out of breath before grinning. "But if this gets you in the mood, alright!"
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With that, Noah approached the tree, accomplishing a glance over. There were few instances where the wraith had climbed trees; especially since in his past life, he could fly. Slowly, he reached for the first branch, attempting to gain some footing to start the ascent. Foolishly, he believed hauling himself up the tree would be an easy task. Alas, on the initial step, his foot slipped and his cheek scraped against the bark. He backpedalled, a hand reaching for the minor injury to rub it. Silver eyes reanalyzed the situation as Noah realized, this would, unfortunately, be a more troublesome than he first thought.
Holden looked down at Noah, pleased when he saw him staring up at him. I win. There is no way you'll get me now. He thought to himself, smiling because Noah thought this was just a simple game of him losing to join him in his bed. He found himself holding his breath as he noticed Noah reaching up to climb the tree. Should I go higher? What should I do? He thought to himself, secretly freaking out because there was no where to run. But then Noah had slid down the tree, scraping his cheek against the bark of the tree. He felt his own cheek burn and he found himself conflicted between climbing down so that he could reach for Noah's cheek to heal him or keeping his distance to ensure a fling would not occur today. He found himself frozen in his spot and he debated on what he should do. Thankfully Noah hadn't made any extra attempts at climbing the tree so far.
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