one step at a time

former mma fighter | current physical therapist never taking life too seriously [ blog for iconicrp ]

[dantept]

———————— Dante Alegria. Born September 21, thirty-six years old.

Born in El Paso, Texas.

Moved to Los Angeles, California after graduating high school.

A student of taekwondo since he was a child, he dabbled in other forms of combat sports until he was able to start participating in amateur fights.

Inspired to instead pursue a career in physical therapy while rehabbing from a broken shoulder.

More info and connections TBA, but DMs are always open for plotting!

[inclips]

I remember you saying something along those lines before 'Mania, but I wasn't sure if you'd changed your mind since then. For what it's worth, I still think it's a good idea. Yes, actually, I absolutely can blame you. Sheesh. Now I'm wondering, is that the only reason you agreed to the trip in the first place? So you have an excuse to see a Dodgers game? Wouldn't put it past you, now that I think about it. It will be good to have a day in LA, though. At least we'll have a good mix of nature and the city.

[dantept]

I'll have to see if I can work something out, but I do think I want to give it a good try. It'll probably have to wait until after the tour's over since things are already crazy enough with it going on, and last thing I want is to cause any confusion. Okay, Eddito 😂. Of course not! It's one of the places I've wanted to take Meera to anyway so it works out, but why wouldn't I want to take the chance to see a game if we're already going to be out there? We don't get to see many games in person anymore.

[meerastylings]

of course! but you're so sweet you'd probably say that even if i made you wait and then came out wearing sweats and one of your hoodies. 😘 yeeees! i'm so ready, sweetface. i've already been looking at things to do and making a list. i'll probably scrap it once we get there since that's usually what happens, but i like having at least some idea ahead of time. i might go shopping to grab a couple things this weekend too. can't have a trip without a new bikini. 😇

[dantept]

That's because you look amazing in sweats and my hoodie. You look great in absolutely anything, but you wearing something of mine will always rank near the top. There is a lot to do so it makes sense to try to plan ahead. Like you said, it is nice to have some idea even if we do usually end up seeing where our mood leads us once we get someplace. We'll probably be able to do some of what's planned anyway. Do I get a sneak peek at what you bought or are you making me wait until we're in Big Bear 👀?

[kingkotas]

you're good with the combat stuff in games, so i think you will enjoy it! bro, don't even mention the dreaded d-word and gta in the same sentence. if that happens i think i'll throw my pc out the window. 💀 have you tried out subnautica 2 yet? it's been on my list since it came out, but i haven't gotten around to it yet. it's multiplayer tho, so it's an option if you're up for it. not the bait! at least all my dying isn't in vain. 😩

[dantept]

Sorry! Heh. You won't hear me say the word again, because if too many people say it then you know we're going to be waiting until next year. Bet a lot of others would join you in throwing things too, or at least they'd probably make strongly worded posts on X. I haven't! I'm always down for checking things out, so you can count me in. Not everyone is cut out for the bait life but you make it look easy, Ree 😂.

[inclips]

Couldn't agree more. That's also why I wish you would come on the road more often, but I also know how much you do at the PC, so I'm not going to badger you about it too much. Suppose it makes it a special occasion when you do work on the road. Ugh, how did I know you were going to say something? Yeah, yeah, thanks a bunch. Sheesh. At least you're not being as annoying about it as I thought you would. Also knew you were going to bring up the Dodgers, so I went ahead and looked to see if we'd be able to make any games. There's one that Sunday, which should be doable. There'd be plenty to do before too, so maybe we can spend the day in LA.

[dantept]

It is something I've thought about; maybe seeing if I could start working on SmackDown since it would mean missing only one day at the PC. It'd be a nice change and sometimes I feel I could do more when helping on the road. You can't blame me, can you? You're my best friend so of course I'm going to be happy for you. Happiness looks good on you, Eddito. Well it would be a shame to pass up the opportunity if we're going to be nearby anyway, heh. Don't act like you don't have fun at the games too. I'm here for making a day in LA out of it. That'd make it worth the drive.

[dantept]

If there's one thing I know it's you'll always make it worth the wait, cariño. But that doesn't mean I won't get curious if too much time passes by 😂. Are you ready for next week? I can't wait for you to see everything out there. I know you're going to love it. @meerastylings

[kingkotas]

bro, i was the same way. i've played a couple others before, but never stuck with them for long since they would get too repetitive and boring. maybe it's because the story somehow fits perfectly with the mechanics of it being a rogue-like, but i never felt that way when playing either of the hades games. uhm, i'd say you could start with either one. there are some references to the first game in 2, but i think they do a pretty good job at explaining things when they need to. and you can always ask me if there is something you want to know. this might be my one chance to actually help you out like you're always helping me when we game. 💀

[dantept]

If they have your seal of approval then I think I will have to check them out. Or at least one and then the other if it's fun. Doesn't sound too bad from what you've said so I'm actually kind of excited to give it a try. Been needing something new to distract me until GTA 6 finally comes out later this year. If it gets delayed again I don't know what I'll do. Thanks for giving the okay to ask you if I do have any questions about it! I'll probably take you up on that, but what do you mean it's your one chance? You help out a lot! Not everyone can be bait and draw attention like you do, Ree 😂.

[inclips]

Someone has to be, otherwise things skew too much in one direction. It's all about balance, 'Te, that's why we work so well together. Figuratively speaking, because we've already established things wouldn't get done if we actually worked together while, er, working. That's... hard to say. Erin's here now, you're here, other people are here. It really is no LA, but... it's become home. I can always visit California for a few days when need be, isn't that one of the reasons we're going?

[dantept]

When you're right you're right, so I can't argue with that logic. Thank goodness for small favors, right 😂? I do enjoy these Tuesday nights and the rare other nights when we're both working backstage. We might work in different departments but it's always nice when I know I can find you for a quick chat during a lull. Other people, huh? I'm so proud of you for coming out of your shell, Eddito. I get what you mean too. LA and El Paso are always going to be home, but Orlando's starting to feel that way too. But since we're talking about the trip, what are the chances we can catch a Dodgers game one of those days?

[inclips]

This is why we rarely work together. Someone's always goofing off.

[kingkotas]

i've been so absorbed in hades 2 lately, i don't know why it took so long for me to start playing it but i am absolutely loving it! i think i might even like it better than the first game. tho i am a little nervous—everyone says it's a great game until the ending, and i'm pretty sure i'm nearing the end so we'll see soon enough what happens. 🤞🏽

[dantept]

I'm not too into rogue-like games so I've never given those a shot, but I have heard they're pretty good. If you're giving them a thumbs up then maybe I should give them a try. Is it one of those games where you can jump in one the second on or should I start with the first?

[inclips]

Sounds like a you problem, 'Te. Nah, despite me being the one to ask in the first place, I honestly hadn't thought far enough ahead to consider when a good time for it would be yet. You saved me the trouble on it, because it does work out pretty well. Think I've gotten used to Florida since moving here, but, man... I do miss California. A few days at the lake'll be amazing. Uh-huh, I'm so sure. I know what you meant, don't even try to deny it.

[dantept]

Why do you always have to be so contrary? One of these days it might just backfire on you. That's why we make such a good team, Eddito. Between the two of us we're usually pretty good at covering all bases and doing whatever we need to. I know how you feel about that because I'm the same. Florida has its upsides, but it's no LA. Would you want to move back if it wasn't for the job needing you here? Sounds to me like you're projecting because you know you're guilty.

[dantept]

How did this get turned around on me when all I wanted to do was talk about how pretty you are 😂? Not that I don't like hearing it from you anyway, but I was not expecting it. In some ways I think that's one of the things that hurt it; because there are a lot of things that have come out since, and it really is hard to keep up with it all. Waiting until after Spider-Man seems like the way to do it. Oops, sorry about that. It's in California. I've been there a few times and it's one place I've wanted to take you. There's a lot to do no matter if you want to get out and find things to do, or if you want to relax and enjoy the scenery. I think you'll really like it. Never, cariño. I love your kisses so I will never complain whenever you feel like giving some.

[inclips]

What? I was only pointing out the fact that you're older than me. Birthday's don't lie, 'Te. Cool, cool, just let me know, yeah? I was going to say then we can figure out when to plan it for, but looks like you did that already. Good call, by the way. I won't be working the tour, so as long as you guys are free then too, we'll be good to go. I am nice to him, what are you talking about? If I wasn't, then safe to say he wouldn't want to hang out with us.

[dantept]

Sure you were. I'm not buying it. Will do. I'm sure it'll be alright, but I should be able to give you a confirmation soon. If you had any better idea of when to do I would've been all ears, but it did seem like the best time. There aren't many other times when you two have time off like that. I didn't say you weren't nice. I said you could be nicer, Eddito. Emphasis on the er.

[meerastylings]

stoooop! 😩 if you want to talk about cute, we need to talk about you and those rosy cheeks! how quickly and easily you blush—now that's cute. oh my goodness, this is going to sound so silly but i didn't even think about brand new day possibly showing where they're going to go with everything. that is going to be the last one before doomsday, right? you're probably right about it giving at least some sort of hint or idea. now i'm even more excited for it! it's going to be a long two months waiting for it to come out. of course! i'm always up for a date night at home, sweetface. i love cuddling with you and knowing i can kiss on you during the boring parts of the movie. 😘

[dantept]

Hang on a minute, cariño. We're not talking about me right now, we're talking about you 😂. Don't forget, I know a few ways to get you blushing pretty easily too. It's not silly. So much has happened since Endgame, and since anything can change at anytime it is easy to overlook that fact. And with the way things have already been going this year it'll be July before we know it, so you won't have to wait too much longer. But before then; Eddie and I were talking, and how would you feel about a trip to Big Bear? Thought it could be something fun to do once everyone else heads overseas in a few weeks. Come on, let's not pretend those kisses happen only during the boring parts. Not that I'm complaining at all.

[dantept]

[inclips]

That's what I'm here for, to remind you of the things you forget in your old age. Speaking of ages and whatnot, though, we should plan another trip to Big Bear. I found some of the pictures from the last one, and I think it'd be fun to go back again. We did the Hawaii thing last year, after all. As for memes and Kiran, eh... One, I don't live under a rock, and two, he knows he's the third wheel of our friend group, so he was never going to say anything to me about it. He might annoy me even more when we're working, but that's business as usual.

[dantept]

Wow. First you insult me and then you ask about planning another trip someplace. If I didn't know you so well I'd say you were out of luck, but lucky for you I do know you and I know you're all bark. I'll have to ask Meera to make sure but I doubt there would be any problems with it. It'd give us something to do once the tour starts, unless you're going to be working on it? Maybe he wouldn't annoy you so much if you tried being a little nicer to him. Have you thought about that before 😂?

[dantept]

I know, cariño, but I had to tease you. You're too cute whenever I do, heh. That's how I feel when you're on the road for work, so we're both in agreement about having no extra nights alone if we can help it. I heard that too and I guess we'll have to wait and see. Seems pretty strange they'd cut out everything but on the other hand that is kind of on par for comics. A timeskip wouldn't be too bad, or it shouldn't but again it depends on what they want to add or change. Maybe it'll become a little more clear what direction they're taking after Brand New Day comes out this summer. Movie nights at home are easily one of my favorites. It was nice to unwind for a couple days. Are you up for a repeat this weekend? Backlash is in Tampa so it'll be easy to come home and unwind with a movie and snacks after.