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//Alright, let's get this over with. This is a roleplay blog for Wind, as you can probably tell. Mod uses she/it/sail. We're plural, so our roleplaying style will probably change a little from time to time, and we might forget to respond to things. Please be patient with that, I guess? However, note that // always means that what's said next is OOC!

Uh, basic rules I guess. No NSFW, and hopefully this goes without saying, but like, no ships either! Doubles and AUs are absolutely ok to interact, though. Also, here's a list of all the interactions we've had on this blog so far. Plus some art. (That was given to us by @legionforweare-many!!! Go check them out!!! Awesome people.)

If you ever want to speak to the mod, you can find me/us at @/our-happy-end1ng, or, more specifically, @/thewindswaker, my personal blog.

Another important thing: we tag our posts with “via [name/emoji]”. This is for us (mod) to know which of us headmates is posting, as we do have amnesia between members.

I don't have... too many important headcanons, honestly, However a few things: Wind has gone through the War Across the Ages, and he's plural. Headmates below the cut.

Wind (he/him): host, the color blue is used when it's him thinking.

Tune (it/its): not much is known of it besides that it and Helen typically co-front together, and it uses orange for its thoughts.

Helen (she/her): read Tune's thing. Seems to remember a bit more than the others. She also uses green for her thinking and such.

Blueberry (they/it): not much is known, uses purple.

Starfish (she/her): slightly more childlike, and has no assigned color. (Also a factive of someone, but that’s not relevant)

There's also another headmate that uses pink. And another who just goes by “Link” (he’s working on it). Whatever headmate is fronting during a thread will be tagged with their name.

That's all, I think! I hope to make some good memories here.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

Blueberry hadn’t exactly wanted their leg to hurt more, but… whatever.

Usually, the pain was negligible, but for some reason, today was just bad. Every strp felt like walking on nails.

It winced, trying to look for an area to rest. They just wanted to collapse already…

There was a fairy fountain by Legend’s house though. Maybe they could rest there.

(Are you sure it’s safe?)

A nod from it, and she left it alone.

Eventually, Blueberry did rest by the fairy fountain. Sure, the fairies couldn’t help (how can you help pain that just exists with no clear cause?), but it felt relieving nonetheless, even if they did still wince every now and then. Thank goodness their adventure had taught them to push through pain…

-@greatseashero-lu

*Pathos looks up, sensing the presence in the faerie fountain (he keeps a close eye on that place, ever since the last attack) and setting down the pie he'd just finished. He heads through the back door, quietly entering the faerie fountain and sticking to the shadows until he sees who it is and lets out a breathe of relief*

*he moves into the light, making sure to walk loud enough for you to hear him so you won't be spooked*

hey... you okay? the faerie's usually heal but... you don't look so well

[greatseashero-lu]

(They looked up, a bit surprised by the noise.)

I, um… yeah. My leg just hurts. I… don’t think it’s an injury. Maybe that’s why they aren’t healing me?

I’ll… uh, I think I will be fine, but I… just have to rest until the pain goes down. It usually isn’t this bad, anyway. Today just sucks…

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh-- oh, i see. *he sits down next to you, digging through his pouch before handing you a bottle of blue slimy looking stuff* a few of my brothers have had similar experiences, i believe. this... this won't completely kill the pain, but it should help bring a pleasant cool numbness

[greatseashero-lu]

(It looked skeptical, but took it.)

Why do you, uh, have this-?

(Still, it did open the bottle and drink it.)

Huh… that does feel a bit better. Thank you. Where did you even get it-? If only we always had those on our bad days…

[literal-legend-rabbit]

Blueberry hadn’t exactly wanted their leg to hurt more, but… whatever.

Usually, the pain was negligible, but for some reason, today was just bad. Every strp felt like walking on nails.

It winced, trying to look for an area to rest. They just wanted to collapse already…

There was a fairy fountain by Legend’s house though. Maybe they could rest there.

(Are you sure it’s safe?)

A nod from it, and she left it alone.

Eventually, Blueberry did rest by the fairy fountain. Sure, the fairies couldn’t help (how can you help pain that just exists with no clear cause?), but it felt relieving nonetheless, even if they did still wince every now and then. Thank goodness their adventure had taught them to push through pain…

-@greatseashero-lu

*Pathos looks up, sensing the presence in the faerie fountain (he keeps a close eye on that place, ever since the last attack) and setting down the pie he'd just finished. He heads through the back door, quietly entering the faerie fountain and sticking to the shadows until he sees who it is and lets out a breathe of relief*

*he moves into the light, making sure to walk loud enough for you to hear him so you won't be spooked*

hey... you okay? the faerie's usually heal but... you don't look so well

[greatseashero-lu]

(They looked up, a bit surprised by the noise.)

I, um… yeah. My leg just hurts. I… don’t think it’s an injury. Maybe that’s why they aren’t healing me?

I’ll… uh, I think I will be fine, but I… just have to rest until the pain goes down. It usually isn’t this bad, anyway. Today just sucks…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

(shortened) it's you! *Nabal snaps slightly* You came with my son!

[greatseashero-lu]

[The kid looked over, confused, before going back tot asking with Tetra and “Tune”.]

[Afterwards, Tetra sighed.]

Alright, fine. I’ll release him. I’d be does anything though…

[The kid nodded, running over to untie Nabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal glares at Tetra and once he's free, he rubs his wrists and watches "Tune" carefully*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Tune” was just eating something, though it was hard to tell what.]

Come on! I have somewhere I want to show you.

[The kid ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

(shortened) it's you! *Nabal snaps slightly* You came with my son!

[greatseashero-lu]

[The kid looked over, confused, before going back tot asking with Tetra and “Tune”.]

[Afterwards, Tetra sighed.]

Alright, fine. I’ll release him. I’d be does anything though…

[The kid nodded, running over to untie Nabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he growled softly* F[redacted]ing cowards...

[greatseashero-lu]

What was that? Bold words for someone we could kill quickly.

[“Helen” wrote something down frantically.]

Look, I get that you’re against it, but you can’t deny the truth. He tried to kill you, Link.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he squirms a bit before the boat lurches and he's tossed backwards*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Tetra scoffed, approaching him.]

Look, you clearly have no idea what you’re doing, so let me ask: what were you going to do? To both Red and Link.

Be honest, or I and my crew will throw you overboard.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he glares at her* They need to be freed. Exorcisms won't work, I've seen it. Death is the only way.

[greatseashero-lu]

And freed from what? It can’t be possession. While you were unconscious, my crew and I? We checked. Link’s fine.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Do you even know how to check!? *He snaps* That child is obviously possessed!

[greatseashero-lu]

I do, actually, and none of the “holy” items we have reacted to Link. It seems that Link’s “splitting”, as it was called, is just like that.

What evidence do you even have that he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's got multiple f[redacted]ing people in his goddessd[redacted]ed head! Normal people don't have that! Possessed b[redacted]d do!

[greatseashero-lu]

Well, Lknk has that, and he doesn’t seem possessed to me.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

You're just a child, you wouldn't understand.

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh yeah? Do tell, then. How…

[At that moment, a young kid in green wit strange markings on their left side popped in, staring at Nabal.]

Um… Tetra, Tune, can I talk to you?

[“Tune” nodded, and Tetra sighed. She did nod shortly afterwards though.]

Wha is it?

Him. I want you to release him.

And why—

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he growled softly* F[redacted]ing cowards...

[greatseashero-lu]

What was that? Bold words for someone we could kill quickly.

[“Helen” wrote something down frantically.]

Look, I get that you’re against it, but you can’t deny the truth. He tried to kill you, Link.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he squirms a bit before the boat lurches and he's tossed backwards*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Tetra scoffed, approaching him.]

Look, you clearly have no idea what you’re doing, so let me ask: what were you going to do? To both Red and Link.

Be honest, or I and my crew will throw you overboard.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he glares at her* They need to be freed. Exorcisms won't work, I've seen it. Death is the only way.

[greatseashero-lu]

And freed from what? It can’t be possession. While you were unconscious, my crew and I? We checked. Link’s fine.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Do you even know how to check!? *He snaps* That child is obviously possessed!

[greatseashero-lu]

I do, actually, and none of the “holy” items we have reacted to Link. It seems that Link’s “splitting”, as it was called, is just like that.

What evidence do you even have that he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's got multiple f[redacted]ing people in his goddessd[redacted]ed head! Normal people don't have that! Possessed b[redacted]d do!

[greatseashero-lu]

Well, Lknk has that, and he doesn’t seem possessed to me.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he growled softly* F[redacted]ing cowards...

[greatseashero-lu]

What was that? Bold words for someone we could kill quickly.

[“Helen” wrote something down frantically.]

Look, I get that you’re against it, but you can’t deny the truth. He tried to kill you, Link.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he squirms a bit before the boat lurches and he's tossed backwards*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Tetra scoffed, approaching him.]

Look, you clearly have no idea what you’re doing, so let me ask: what were you going to do? To both Red and Link.

Be honest, or I and my crew will throw you overboard.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he glares at her* They need to be freed. Exorcisms won't work, I've seen it. Death is the only way.

[greatseashero-lu]

And freed from what? It can’t be possession. While you were unconscious, my crew and I? We checked. Link’s fine.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Do you even know how to check!? *He snaps* That child is obviously possessed!

[greatseashero-lu]

I do, actually, and none of the “holy” items we have reacted to Link. It seems that Link’s “splitting”, as it was called, is just like that.

What evidence do you even have that he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he growled softly* F[redacted]ing cowards...

[greatseashero-lu]

What was that? Bold words for someone we could kill quickly.

[“Helen” wrote something down frantically.]

Look, I get that you’re against it, but you can’t deny the truth. He tried to kill you, Link.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he squirms a bit before the boat lurches and he's tossed backwards*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Tetra scoffed, approaching him.]

Look, you clearly have no idea what you’re doing, so let me ask: what were you going to do? To both Red and Link.

Be honest, or I and my crew will throw you overboard.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he glares at her* They need to be freed. Exorcisms won't work, I've seen it. Death is the only way.

[greatseashero-lu]

And freed from what? It can’t be possession. While you were unconscious, my crew and I? We checked. Link’s fine.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he growled softly* F[redacted]ing cowards...

[greatseashero-lu]

What was that? Bold words for someone we could kill quickly.

[“Helen” wrote something down frantically.]

Look, I get that you’re against it, but you can’t deny the truth. He tried to kill you, Link.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he squirms a bit before the boat lurches and he's tossed backwards*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Tetra scoffed, approaching him.]

Look, you clearly have no idea what you’re doing, so let me ask: what were you going to do? To both Red and Link.

Be honest, or I and my crew will throw you overboard.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he growled softly* F[redacted]ing cowards...

[greatseashero-lu]

What was that? Bold words for someone we could kill quickly.

[“Helen” wrote something down frantically.]

Look, I get that you’re against it, but you can’t deny the truth. He tried to kill you, Link.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*after a few hours, Nabal woke up*

[greatseashero-lu]

[“Helen” and Tetra were taking to each other, with the former using writing to communicate. They hadn’t noticed Mabal.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal began to fight against Tetra and the crew but was eventually out numbered and knocked unconscious before being hog-tied because I can*

[greatseashero-lu]

Thanks…

[Helen smiled, even if it was shaky.]

Eh, it’s nothing. Why don’t you come aboard? I’ll stay with our prisoner.

[She nodded, walking onto the ship as the crew took Nabal on.]

So, what’s with the possessed thing, anyway? And the girl?

Well, um… Imll tell you later.

[Tetra shrugged.]

Works for me, I guess. I’ll see you later, Link.

[Tetra went to d something else on the ship.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

That little b[redacted] had possessed scum

*he mutters to himself, getting angry* If I can't fix it here, I'll fix it in my own time. By taking out the goddessd[redacted] source.

*he turns to leave*

[greatseashero-lu]

Oh no you don’t.

[Tetra brandished her own dagger, making sure to keep it near Nabal’s neck.]

You accused my first mate of being demonically possessed, and that is an unacceptable crime, crew!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

One, he thinks he's a girl and two because his sister said he had multiple people in his head, which only means he's got demons infesting him!

[greatseashero-lu]

And you know this how?

I’m not possessed though..

I’m not saying you are.

It’s… it’s like my ancestor, Tetra! I swear I’m telling the truth! It’s like the Hero of thr Foir Sword, and…

Right, you’re descended from that hero… I believe you for now, but…

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls* He's obviously lying. No possessed person would admit to being possessed.

*he brandishes the dagger again*

[greatseashero-lu]

Yes, but given that it’s Link, I think it would be more obvious if it wasn’t him answering. Besides, can’t you see that he’s shaking and scared?

Why do you even think he’s possessed?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Helen didn’t expect to find anything on her weekly trip to the woods. The trips were often simple, after all.

However, she then found you.

She unsheathed her sword, caught off-guard.

“What are you doing here?”

-@greatseashero-lu

*Nabal looked over then grunted and stepped forward, putting burly, hair-covered arms across his chest*

I'm lookin' for my grandson. The kid apparently ran off from his school. Who're you?

[greatseashero-lu]

And who’s your grandson? If he’s from Widnfall, he’s not here.

[She thought for a bit.]

Link. Imm Link or Outset. What island are you from? Who are you?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I'm not from an island.

*he frowns, this kid made no sense* Well, Outset, think you could show me to town? If there is one. That's probably where he's gone.

[greatseashero-lu]

Are you a time traveler then? Everything is on an island here.

It’s no a town, but it is my home. I can show you where the others live, but your grandson isn’t there. I can tell you tha. Who is your grandson, anyway?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

His name is Link, but he's going by Red right now. Probably because that's the only color he really wears.

[greatseashero-lu]

(Isn’t that Scarlet’s…?)

(It is.)

Red? He’s not here then. Trust me, I would know if he was.

Why’s he in school though? Red told me that he wasn’t last time I saw him.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He needs it.

*Nabal says gruffly* Been away far too long.

If you can't help me, I'll go find my grandson on my own.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed.] You’re not from here, no? You probably don’t know how to sail then. And the sea’s poisonous. You’d never get far.

How about this: I take you to my family, and you decide what to do form there.

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Alright. Fine. Got yourself a deal, kid.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She nodded, satisfied.]

Come on then, and be careful. There are still monsters in here.

[She began walking back, making sure to keep an eye on Nabal. They only encountered one or two monsters.]

[Eventually, they got to an area with a bunch of houses.]

I live over here.

[She began heading over.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he just nodded and followed, unfazed by everything*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She approached, knocking on the door.]

Grandma! Aryll! I’m home!

Ah, Link! Please, come inside.

[She smiled, opening the door for Nabal, then, after some time, entering herself.]

Who’s this, dear?

Red’s grandpa. He’s looking for Red, apparently. Said he ran off from school. Not from our time though. Pre-split.

Is that so?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he nods* That's correct, ma'am. I am not entirely sure how I got to this time, but if I'm here it is possible my grandson is here as well.

[greatseashero-lu]

He’s not, by the way. I’d know.

You’re certain?

Mhm!

Well then, Red’s grandfather, would you like to stay for a bit? What’s your grandson like?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Please, call me Nabal, ma'am. And thank you for your kind offer. I believe I should only stay till the morning.

*he smiles*

Now it really depends on which grandson you ask about. It was the oddest thing. When he was about 12, he unsheathed the Four Sword and, quite literally, split into four different people. The one I am looking for, Red, he's usually the sweetest kid. Lately he's gotten a little... moody. But that happens with puberty.

[greatseashero-lu]

[At that moment, Aryll poked into the room, having heard that.]

Four people…? So like you, big sister!

[Helen was caught off-guard, but smiled.]

Like me, I guess. Mine’s more mental thoigh, remember? And we’re more than four.

Still!

By the way, may I ask who I’m speaking to?

Helen, but can we please get back on-topic?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Excuse me?

*the grandfather asks, sounding a bit annoyed*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She startled, smiling politely.]

Oh, sorry, forfot you were there. Did we say something?

I hope not… my big siblings are the coolest ever! There’s no need to be annoyed at them!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

Don't you understand what it's doing to you!? *he snaps slightly, then turns to the grandmother* And you're allowing this!? This nonsense is exactly why my grandson had to go to school in the first place! That child is infested with demons making him think all these crazy things about himself!

*he glares at Helen* He's a monster, that's what he is! I will not stay one more minute in this home, especially not with that thing! You need to fix him! He's infested and crazy!

[greatseashero-lu]

[She froze, trembling a bit. Why did he remind her so much of them? Why why why why—]

[Shame and guilt rapidly bubbled in her as her chest felt like it was tightening. It was like all the air was being squeezed from her and why why why why—]

I—

Hey! [Aryll glared.] Don’t say that about my big siblings, mister! You know, their last adventure involved frightening demonically possessed people. I think they’re all smart enough to figure out whether or not they’re demonically possessed.

A-Aryll, it’s…

Big sister, you’re shaking…

Sorry…

As for why I “allow it”, I’ve seen quite a bit in my time. I don’t see why this is any more impossible. And, pardon me, but you out your son in school for what?

[Helen just began crying as the weight of the words settled in and gods she was a bad kid wasn’t she and—]

[—Aryll was hugging her. Helen liked Aryll.]

[She hugged back.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

He's a freak of nature! He needs the demons cast out before he hurts someone in here! My idiot son won't understand, that's why I put my grandson into the school! His brother needs it as well!

Don't be stupid as to think that he actually cares about you! He's playing you! Fooling you before your eyes!

*he glares at Helen and grabs a dagger, pointing it at her* And I intend to stop it!

[greatseashero-lu]

My big siblings haven’t hurt anyone though! And they’ve been here for years!

Nabal, please leave the house if you’re going to behave like this. I know my grandchildren well enough to say that this isn’t an act. The Master Sword would have never let them wield it anyway, if you’re right.

[Fortunately for Helen, she knew all about how to counter those.]

[Out of instinct, she pulled out er sword, getting into stance as she desperately tried to hide her shaking.]

[She shouldn’t do this wh would sje do this sje was in danger wasn’t she yeah but she was a bad kid and bad kid only deserved punishment so—]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*he snarls and turns towards Helen, fisting the dagger in his left hand* I assure you, ma'am. You don't know your grandson at all. Now when he's got you wrapped around his finger.

[greatseashero-lu]

And you think you know him better?

Aryll, it’s…

Nuh-uh! He’s scaring you, big sister…

…

Ok…. Um, get me my shield.

On it!

[red-the-compassionate-one]

I know a demon when I see one!

*he snaps back, stepping forward, holding the dagger dangerously* You either leave this household peacefully or I'll kill you myself.

[greatseashero-lu]

This is my home though. I have the right to be here.

[She took a deep breath.]

Outside. If you want to kill me, do it outside.

Helen—

I… I think I know what I’m doing, grandma.

[She ran out.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal gives a look to the grandmother, then follows Helen out, not putting the knife down*

[greatseashero-lu]

[She took a spot by a red boat by the dock, breathing heavily.]

[A pirate ship was in the distance.]

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal came up behind Helen and raised the dagger*

[greatseashero-lu]

[Fortunatley, Helen got herself together enough to move out of the way.]

[Then, smirking…]

Tetra! You’re here!

[She smiled.]

[Tetra got off the ship, sighing.]

Yeah, yeah, I… hey, Link, who’s this?

[She looked at Nabal suspiciously.]

And why does he have a dagger?

[red-the-compassionate-one]

*Nabal looks to Tetra* This child is possessed. I am merely liberating him. I suggest you step aside, young lady.

[greatseashero-lu]

[She scoffed, upset.]

Possessed? Now, why one earth would Link be possessed? Link, are you actjslly possessed?

[A head shake.]

Well then… I think I know what to do.