Illusions and Thieves

Abrax, at your service. A liar, a thief and an Illusionist... And so I welcome you to my domain. I hope you find your stay full of delights and devilry.

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OOC

Sort of important?

Well, it looks like I'm back. This blog has been neglected in favour of exams, performances and audition prep and then... Then I just sort of forgot.

So to those who are still with us, feel free to tempt Abrax.

*Nods* Sorry everyone, please forgive me >.<

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She watches the card disappear and reappear, she gives him a gentle golf clap, “Very impressive.” she waves a hand, “No, I mistook you for another. Tricky world out here.” she smiled kindly.

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He smiles, it was a quick glance smirk; thankful of the audience.

"Why, thank you." He bows quickly, in a flourishing, showman type of way. He straightens himself up and grins this time. "It appears I've stolen a face you recognise, my apologies"

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illusionsandthieves started following you

*momentarily comforted by his presence but quickly realizes he is not who she thinks he is*

Hello there, you seem lost.

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He smiles slightly, playing with a pack of cards "Lost? Aren't we all. Some in time, others off the map." He flicks are card into the air, making it disappear before reaching out into nothing and plucking it out of the space between them

"Do you recognise me, My Dear?"

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I named you the warning and I waited.

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I prefer the concept of loyalty over faith.

Loyalty is useful in a sense, but faith is a fair greater illusion and is far easier to shatter.

 What have I done to deserve your curiosity this time?

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So how is your day going?

Wonderfully, thank you. I'm carefully exploiting the fragility of faith if it took your interest.

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themastersmoran started following you

... Welcome, dear sir, may I be of assistance? -He throws a pair of dice in the air, making them disappear completely-

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Midnight, Llandaff cathedral. Playing cards with the devil. I expect you there. -He disappears in a haze of tiny shards of broken glass-

[earth-2-bitches]

But…what…wait where did you go??

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-He reappears behind the man- ... Somewhere far more interesting. You'll want to come, believe me. Have a little faith in the matter at hand, dear sir.

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theusefulnessofastopwatch started following you

-He smiles, slightly before bowing with a flourish- Abrax Adrastos, at your service.

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Ianto Jones, If you should ever need anything don’t hesitate to call. 

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Good, good. I don’t suppose you’d mind if I proposed a suggestion would you?

[earth-2-bitches]

Go right on ahead. 

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Midnight, Llandaff cathedral. Playing cards with the devil. I expect you there. -He disappears in a haze of tiny shards of broken glass-

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spellitspace started following you

Hello there, now. You are curious...

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theusefulnessofastopwatch started following you

-He smiles, slightly before bowing with a flourish- Abrax Adrastos, at your service.

[earth-2-bitches]

Ianto Jones, If you should ever need anything don’t hesitate to call. 

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Good, good. I don't suppose you'd mind if I proposed a suggestion would you?

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OOC

I am very sorry...

Unfortunately real life caught me in it's firey jaws and I have neglected Abrax and his people.

I'm back now.

I love you all for staying.

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theusefulnessofastopwatch started following you

-He smiles, slightly before bowing with a flourish- Abrax Adrastos, at your service.

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[Text] You think an illusionist has need for money? No, four hours or I leave.

[normality-is-relative]

[Text] Oh, you’re no fun. Fine, four hours it shall be, but you are not getting the address until after the job is done.

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-He smirks at the phone, the deal was sealed-

[text] Any particular time?

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[text] I think you’ll find my services are worth far more than you value them at. Six hours of your life, that’s what I ask for.

[normality-is-relative]

[Text] While that is a rather amusing concept I prefer to keep the hours of my life firmly in my own hands. How about two thousand pounds?

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[Text] You think an illusionist has need for money? No, four hours or I leave.

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[Text] What makes you think my illusions are pure as it is?

[text] But, yes. Of course we would have to discuss payment.

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[Text] Did you have anything in mind or are you willing to do it just to fill the boredom?

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[text] I think you'll find my services are worth far more than you value them at. Six hours of your life, that's what I ask for.

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Delusions of standing.

Abrax walked over to where the man was standing, he was leaning against a wall with his hands in his pockets. He moved to stand beside him and he flicked his cigarette away where it formed a butterfly, just before it hit the ground and fluttered away on ashy wings.

“Damian” He greeted “I believe you were interested in learning something”

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Damian hadn’t expected to see the man again after the little vanishing trick he had played. Yet a excited smile immediately appeared on his face as he turned around to face the magician. Green eyes lighting up in delight “Yes!” he exclaimed. Perhaps a bit louder than necessary. “yes…” he tried again, this time a little less loud “Sorry, I just, love magic” he chuckled and ran a hand through his hair.

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“Right, then” He murmured with a smile at the boys excitement. He moved to sit at a wrought iron table that probably hadn’t been there before and gestured to Damian to sit opposite. He stacked his cards on one side of the table, and placed a small, silver wine glass on the other.

“So, Damian, what would you like to learn?”

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“Anything really,” He smiles and tries not to look far too excited as he moves over to take a seat. “I’m eager to learn” he says it with a grin and glances at the stack of cards and the glass of wine. “Perhaps start with something easy?”

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Abrax glanced at the objects in front of him, it was doubtful the boy would be able to learn anything useful but with his help he could probably fill the glass up.

“Damian, it is simple. Down the wine then fill the glass, I am sure you are capable of that”

He knew the boys mentor wouldn’t be pleased, but at this very moment in time Abrax didn’t give that a second thought.

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His green eyes switched from looking at Abrax to staring at the glass, how hard would it be to down a glass of wine and refil it? But the question sticked, what would he be doing it for?

Raising his brows Damian picked the glass off the table, curious to what would happen. This was most likely all part of the trick anyway. So he put the glass to his lips and downed it without actually caring about the amount of alcohol he would eventually be drinking.

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Abrax smirked, it was doubtful that the boy would actually be able to perform any illusion, but he would be here to lend Damian a helping hand. He couldn't help but want to meddle.

"Are you ready?" He asked, not waiting for a reply "You have to be confident in the fact that the glass is full again. It is full, not you hope or wish it."