LUMINA: The Eternal

[Blade R]

Kurai raised an eyebrow at steath's performance. She had gotten used to them by now......but she still wanted to have a little more fun before things got too serious. Holding a hand out infront of her red and black flames sprout from it. Out of the red flame the fire snake that had aided her before energes and she whispers something to it. It slids out of her hand and towards the closet. The black flame turns into a rather large dog and she whispers somethign to it as well. A grin spreads accross her face as she watches the snake slither into the closet.

"5....4.....3....2......1....hmm, any second now."

A scream is heard from the closet and Steath bolts out, only to be jumped by the fire dog and pinned to the floor. From out of his pant leg crawls the snake.

"Well that was amusing, to say the least."

She walks over to where the fir dog still had him pinned and bends down.

"You wanted an answer? Well personally I can think of people who I'd rather fly it, perhaps people who are a bit more sane. But then again, you're so crazy you just might be able to pull it off. Just remember, one mistake, and I'll rip your head off."

[Steathassasn]

Steath lays on the floor a little shaken from the attack but he some how manages to stand and present his usual smile. In her own weird psychotic way she was supporting him. He winked at her and gave her a nudge on the shoulder. " I wont let you down kurai." {{Besides my life depends on it.}} "So does anyone else believe in me, or are we going to have this stranger fly it into the sun" He eye's mica with a slight smirk on his face and then looks at the others. He noticed that there were two missing "That’s right, Hey did Leuf and Seyia come back yet?" His eyes suddenly turn to Ayami. "And what is with these arm bands, and how come I didn’t get one?" He could hear the people around him groan in agony. " what did I say? I just want know is all. So Ayami where did you buy them and how much are they? " She ignored him as usual but he still waited for an answer. {{I know some one will tell me . I just know it.}}

(ooc: i tried using italics but it dosent work on my end...for some reason or another ..oh well caio )

[Vandread]

As Luef and Seyia made their way through the back streets of Tokyo, a dead silence fell between them. It seemed as though the amber eyed man had much on his mind. From the look on his face, it seemed as though his thoughts wanted to spill out from his head like a over poured glass of soda. He can tell it made the short haired girl nervous, however the nature of the talk they were about to have was anything but cheerful.

They reached a lone spot in a dark alley way and Luef grabbed on to Seyia very suddenly. There eyes seemed to lock together as Luef held her close and the green eyed girl could only gasped in response.

“ Hold on to me.” Luef said and suddenly he and the bewildered Angel girl vanished from that place. It was all due to Luef’s ARK Flicker that they could move without being noticed. Moving faster then the naked eye, he and Seyia traveled at an incredible speed. Over the city, and across miles of road and forest. The sight was incredible as everything passed to quickly, as if millions of colors meshed together to form some elaborate painting. When Seyia was finally able to peace everything together, the colors were gone and they had arrived.

So they stood, the tombstones that graced the dirt ground, the sound of birds chirping in the backround. This was the spot were they had first arrived in Kyoto. The speed at their arrival shocked Seyia, but Luef only chuckled.

“ It seems like such a long time ago that we came here. I was a different person back then. Always wondering what I could do, never believing what was going on. I was a child when I first came here, but maybe I was better that way. These memories that are engraved into my heart and soul are of eons upon eons of violence and death. Yet, I barely recall some moments of peace. A piece of those memories are with you and the others. I’ve known you all for so long, yet you have not known me. I figure, before we get to what you want to tell me, we should talk about what it is you want to know about me. Ask me and I will tell you Seyia.” Luef said as he separated from her and sat on the ground. He eyed her carefully, trying to absorb anything she had to say.

[Vandread]

Calista didn’t say much when she heard the one they called Mica enter suddenly. She chose to remain quiet while the old sounding voice commented on the idea of space travel and other such matters. Calista knew a lot about the topic, but chose to remain quiet still, after all, if they wanted her opinion, the group would ask. The blind girl was versed on the many matters of the universe, as much as Luef she could imagine. What she didn’t know was the horror of battle, for she was never subjected to such things. Even when she obtained the power of her anima, ‘they’ still refused to let her fight. It was because of who her father was they she wasn’t allowed. It was that same reason in which Luef was made to fight. It was all in their blood, the blood of the hero that coursed through their veins was the cause of the pain in their lives. Calista often wanted to blame her father for all the strife she had been subjected to in her life, but that was an immature thing to do. Her Father was a kind man, just as his son is now. There was no need to place blame on anyone, instead, she chose to continue on with life rather then death.

Calista gasped ever so slightly as she felt a dark force rip through the inner peace of the flow. It was a powerful force that swallowed up life it a wave of heat and fire. It was blue fire, or at least she though it was. That same fire threatened to consume the life that was near it. So she prayed...and then the feeling disappeared. She sighed in relief, for perhaps it was all just an act of her mind. Her breathing returned to normal and she remained listening to the others.

[Vandread]

Much time had slipped away since Luef and Seyia had left to have their small chat. It angered Mica that Date was so late. All ready the light of the morning was gone and the sun began to set. Exactly where in the hell was he? Luef wasn’t the kind of man to keep people waiting. From the looks on their faces, Mica saw that the group was indeed getting nervous. Even the comical Steath was beginning to show signs of worry. In an act of kindness, Mica decided to shed a little more light on Date’s plan.

“ Don’t worry about who controls the ship, what’s more important is as to why Date has seen it fit to take you all into the vastness of space to seek out Lilka. She was the wife of the Legendary Lacour, so she’s an extremely important person, in fact, as important as they get. Date plans to have a meeting with Lilka, by taking advantage of the old relationship that the two had. I suppose his plan is to have Lilka plot your course of action, for she is the wisest of the four Human gods. The four are Lilka the Artist, Vic the Sage, Mia the Sorceress, and Selandia the Mother. Selandia doesn’t exist in the mortal realm, but the others do.” Mica said. His eyes fell on Ayami’s grandfather, who still retained the calm shine in his eye. The old ARK bearer’s stare went to Ayami and he snickered. The pure look of hatred on her face was priceless.

“ Oh, by the way, I recently was charged with the mission of aiding Spiritis on her path to The four dragon gods. The names that you know them by are false, for only the knowledge of their true names can awaken them. The King Bahamut is the Lord of the other four dragon gods. I know Tiamat is one, but I don’t know the rest. Perhaps, Lilka would know, considering her relationship with the Sword Saint.” Mica said. He still couldn’t shake the look Ayami was giving him. The girl was indeed a bother, to think she was the true bearer of Lumina the Eternal.

“ Luef is sure taking his sweet time. We were suppose to leave hours ago. Hehehe, perhaps he and that angel girl shacked up somewhere. I wouldn't be surprised, from what I’ve heard, those angel women are fine pieces of- “ Mica was about to finish until he realized that Steath had turned in the television to the local news channel. His eyes widened and Sogetsu gasped in shock at what the news report was about....



Today's top story is one of an unusal nature. We are live just outside of Kyoto near the Yurimoto plot development. For those who are not versed on the subject, this plot of land was given to the city as a donation and made into a cemetery. What happened here today was truely a horrible attack of some kind. As you see from the actual live footage, this once peaceful place a been taken up in a hellish inferno. Local authorities are trying to control the blaze and the cause of it has yet to established.


" That was...where we were the moment we first arrived in Kyoto." Sogetsu said in shock. Mica's eyes narrowed at the images that flashed across the screen. The cemetery had been burned off the face of existence...

[Magicfangirl]

Seyia stood calmly behind the others, her hands loosely clasped behind her back. She had arrived back only seconds before, they all hadn't noticed because they were gazing at the television screen.

Her ears managed to catch part of the announcement of the fire in Kyoto. "Wow...that sucks doesn't it?"

The angel girl smiled normally as Mica and the others gaze turned towards her. Sogetsu seemed oddly upset about what happened at the cemetery...that seemed strange.

"Hm," Seyia knew by Mica's stare and by the others curious looks they wondered where Luef was. "After our discussion he said that he needed to do something and for me to go back and wait with you guys."

Her expression was even. "Don't ask me what he had to do, all he said is that he'd be back soon." She smiled softly. "Anyway, I guess all we can do is wait for him to come back. Oh, if you have any other questions or something go ahead."

She brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, her mind drifting off into her private thoughts. 'Luef, where the heck did you go? Hm, hey...besides that...I wonder what happened to that cemetery.'

[Vandread]

The stones glowed ever so slightly, as if to mark a bond...blue and red...the stones...

The sight was hazy, blinded by pain and desperation. A blow to the face, it burned. His pain was multipled by what he felt his heart. Betrayal...pain of letting others close. Was this what is meant to be human? He bled boiling blood, it spilled to the ground and he fell to the floor. There was a desperate plea for survival.

" I have to stay alive. I can't leave her now."

He struggled to escape the force that was on him, he screamed and it was dark with pain. Why? Why was this happening!? His ARK struggled to defend itself, but he held it back. He couldn't raise his arm to kill...he promised her.

" I'm sorry, I can't....I can't do it Ayami. I tried but I....I."

It reached into his body and ripped out his innards. Blood poured out and he screamed. He couldn't harm the being. Not his hope...

We can not die yet...not until amber turns red...

[Vandread]

Luef stood before the being that was before him. He couldn't believe what was happening to him. How could this be? It couldn't be, he refused to believe it. One red and one blue eyed stared at him. Anger fluxed forth, making Luef cough up more boiling blood. No matter what happened, he had to stay alive.

" You've all ready taken what you've wanted, what more do you need? Please...stop." Luef said. He couldn't...no matter what happened. He couldn't bring himself harm to the being that was before him.

Luef, why do you struggle? When Lucifel bears the stone to the elders, the path to your end will begin. You are the worse kind of being. You lead people on, you use others to get what you want. You used me, just like everyone else, except Lucifel.

" Selandia...." Luef said. It would be over anyway...this was his repentence...with death...

You'll be fine....

Her soft voice...then suddenly, flames sprouted all about the cemetery, and Luef rose into the sky. The fire surrounded his body and the enemy stepped away. The Zodiac Mark of Leo filled the sky in a sea of flames and lashed out, burning everything away into nothingness...

[Vandread]

Mica looked at the broadcast with a curious gaze. It looked as though the fire began nearly hours ago. It puzzled the old man, for there was no one on the planet with an ARK of Fire. So how could such an intense flame come into existence?

" This makes no sense, it's gonna take them hours to put that fire out. What I what to know it what caused this. It just doesn't make any sense." Mica said. He looked as Seyia and questioned her. What he got from the angel girl was that she and Luef had their chat about private things and then he had to go take care of something important.

" What could have been so important that he had to go alone?" Mica asked to himself. Suddenly, his sensitive ears caught a soft moan.

" Luef!?" the old man said he bolted out. Not caring whether or not anyone followed, he opened the front door and Luef fell to the ground, as if he were leaning on the door. It was a horrible sight, for Luef reeked of burnt flesh and blood.His cloths were ripped and his body was marred with burns. Mica was disgusted.

" Luef?"

The form didn't move, but his voice came out very softly.

" I did it...I kept my promise. I told you I'd be back. I hope I didn't keep you long Ayami. So is there any cake left? ." Luef said before he passed out. Mica smiled lightly and placed a hand over Luef's tormented body.

" You fool...did you come back here for cake...or was it for the real dessert?" the old man said as his eyes wandered to the others, and more importantly, the approaching Ayami.

[Vandread]

Lemia looked at the old imp speed off with little concern. She disliked the old rat and didn't really care about what little discovery he had made. However, just as she shifted her sitting position, a feeling of great pain invaded her body. It was...

Luef...

She staggered forward, followed the trail of the old Mica, and she could tell the others were curious as well. She carefully made her way to the doorway, where Mica was. He was over a broken form....

What is that?....NO!

She fell to her knees and tears streamed from her eyes. The moment she realized that the tortured being that was on the floor was Luef, she mouth opened in a silent scream. It didn't matter that the others were racing there to see what happened, for her body shook with so much pain and fear. The blood drained from her body and the Sword Spirit felt as though her body would't be able to support her much longer. How could she not sense it? She and Luef were bonded, so how didn't she even have the slightest clue!? Was there a power at work that could perform such a thing?

Lemia stood up quickly and blocked the view from the others, trying to shield them from seeing the strong Luef in such a state. Mica chuckled and Lemia turned back wih anger in her eyes.

" There's no need, it's not they won't be able to tell...not with this amount of damage." Mica said. Lemia closed her eyes and reluctantly stepped aside to allow everyone a clear view of the mortally injuyed Luef.

" There's isn't a warrior alive that can do such a thing to him. How could this have happened?" Mica said, with a surprising softness in his voice.

[Vandread]

Tingel walked away from the damaged sight that was the old cemetary outside of Kyoto. Indeed, it had to be the work of the ARK Knights, or at least an ARK of some sorts. The Paladin knew he had to return to fill Funeral in on the details of what happened.

"Well I guess this is goodbye ARK Knights. The next time we meet, it could be on the battlefield. I wish you the best." Tingel said before vanishing like a shadow from that place.

[Vandread]

It seems as though this has marked the beginning of the end for Luef. The Leo has awakened, which means that the divine fire has been released again on the mortal plane. Selandia the Mother is slowly making her power known once more in the world. The sea of chaos is returning, but will Lumina be able to silence it I wonder?

My Lord Mephesto, we had discovered the location of Lumina's twin.

Good...don't act now, instead let them try to find it. Twins in the sky, two weapon's forged to combat evil and each other. They cancel themselves out.

Yes my lord, we shall send Serge and The Mad One to that place...

Lumina the Eternal...and...Lumina the Forgiven

[Magicfangirl]

The girl stared wide eyed at what Mica was hiding, she had followed him and Lemia wondering what the uproar was all about. Luef's body mangled, broken, bleeding and smelling of burnt skin didn't make her flinch in the slightest.

Calmly, she knelt down beside his body. "Luef, you...look horrible." Leaning down towards his bruised and burnt face she remained that way for a moment before placing a kiss on his cheek. "You'll be fine."

Blood that dripped from his cheek had rubbed onto her lips, she unaffectedly licked the burnt blood off them. "...I had some gauze in my briefcase...to bad I accidentally left it at the cemetery."

[Kayay]

((OOC: Whatever...do NOT make her return to the room.))


She couldn’t look at him, not because his injuries repulsed her or becuse o Seyia's behavior but because Ayami knew she might lose her composure if she did. There had been no warning. She hadn’t felt anything nor suspected anything, and not even the gemstone had reacted, and that frightened her.

And you know why?
Why? she asked herself hesitantly, afraid of the answer.
Because it is a fleeting, weak thing this ‘love’. See how it is easily twisted to jealousy? her inner voice pointed out. There iwas no ‘bond’, no ‘density’, nothing special.
Was…was I wrong? Ayami touched the armband, suddenly cold and heavy against her skin.
We all make mistakes.

“Luefkun.” Ojiisan shuffled to his side, a vial of balm in his wrinkled hands, and gently eased Seyia aside. “Excuse me. I need room,” he explained. He old man shook his head and inhaled sharply through his teeth as he peeled the charred remains of Luef’s shirt off then began to apply the oinment, chanting under his breath as he did so. He knew it was no ordinary fire that did this, but while the salve was one of a ‘special’ concoction, Ayami’s grandfather wasn’t sure it and his prayers would be enough to ease Luef’s pain. Ancestors, lend your strength to this boy.

Taking a deep breath and performing mental exercises to calm her spirit, Ayami, meanwhile, finally looked up at Luef’s still form, his pain her own. Then she looked at Seyia, and her fist clenched in her lap, but if anyone thought it was jealousy they were very much mistaken. I know. They may have missed it, but I did not. Finally, she looked at Mica coldly.

Taking a step forward, she was torn by fear, sadness, rage, confusion, and bloodlust. “I…” she began, then stepped back, feeling the darkness feed upon her soul. “I’ll go get the bandages from the first aid kit,” she finally said and hurried out of the room.

Run away.
No. Not yet.
Why not?

[Vandread]

Luef gasped in pain as he returned to reality. It was too much...the pain...

AHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!

He screamed as his body shook with burning pain. Everyone gasped as he struggled to his feet. Mica couldn't believe how much power the man still had left. Why did Luef continue? Why does he do what he does? Date knew things...things that propelled his cause. What exactly was that cause was anyone's guess.

" I have to...go..o..on." Luef said, his face riddled with pain. His eyes locked on to Seyia's and they froze. Mica could see it...it was almost as if Luef's eyes were filled with fear, but that was impossible. Hitokiri Date feared no living being.

Sogetsu approached Luef and let his hand grace the amber eyd man's body. Luef sceamed in pain and the ruby on his armband began to glow with such a bright light it blinded everyone there.

Luef fell into his wife's grandfather's arms, his form tired from the outburst.

" I.....f.failed her..." Luef said before passing out again.