The end times are near…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Yes, I would!

*looks at the necklace then back at the Absolute and nods*

Ohhh, okay! I understand!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The sound of wind whistling took The Absolute’s attention for a second. It looked up, noticing Octavius’s body returning to it. It held out it’s hand, as slowly, Octavius transformed back into her humanoid form.*

*She descended, landing next to it.*

Mother…..

*She hugged It, latching onto It tight*

*It stood for a moment, looking down at her*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo takes a few steps back, tilts his head and watches, baffled and a bit alarmed-having thought that the Absolute and Octavius were one and the same*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute absorbed Octavius, becoming one yet again*

I know…this may be confusing for you…

If it helps clear your mind, she is my daughter.

She is a part of me, as I am part of her….

You need not be afraid.

*It kneels, beckoning him to return to it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they pause, still looking perplexed and scared and a bit wary for a moment, before slowly walking back over to the Absolute*

*mumbles, looking down*

Is confusing.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugged him, sighing*

I know….

*It knew Diablo was growing at a faster rate. It would only expect him to revolt soon enough. The more questions it refused to answer, the more it lied, it knew he would catch on.*

*But now, it grew affectionate; an unexpected obstacle. It….didn’t want him to know. It didn’t want him to leave…*

What do you want to know?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they hug the Absolute back, then pause, frowning to think*

Before…you said the Yara person’d killed me. Was I…really once alive before this or was that ‘nother lie to protect me? So…was it you always there when I was little or was it your daughter? How’re you the same? What…are you exactly? What am I? Am I your child? Where’d I come from? Can you teach me how to turn into animals?

*looks up earnestly*

( @the-absolute-offical nudge :))

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded along with his questions, thinking about how to answer them*

You were once alive before, yes. Yara…she did kill you. She hurt you.

I told my daughter to protect you, and she tried her best.

We are the same due to our species, as a whole, we are one. We don’t hold form the same as organisms of your planet do.

We are Celestials, Octavius hasn’t ascended yet like I have, so our appearance is much different. And she is partially demon, more connected to her realm below than I am to any.

*Hugging him still, it rocked him slowly*

I don’t know exactly what you are sweetheart, you aren’t my child. But I will protect you like my own, I promise you that. If you allow me to learn more about you…

*Cups his cheek*

I can help you become so much stronger, the greatest you’ve ever been.

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh.

*takes a moment to think about all of this, looking up at the Absolute*

That’s a lot. It makes sense though. Thanks for answ’ring for me.

*sighs sleepily, contentedly,relaxing against it*

Okay. That…that sounds nice…yeah…I’d allow you to…

*near sleep now, smiles, yawning*

[the-absolute-offical]

Come now…you need rest…

*Picking him up again, it headed deeper into the forest, looking for a nice tree*

*Humming, it pat his back*

Sleep well…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns again, curling up*

*repeats*

Sleep…well…

[the-absolute-offical]

*It climbs up the tree, Diablo kept safe within its arm. Curling into a nook, it laid to sleep for a while, buzzing like a purr*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Yes, I would!

*looks at the necklace then back at the Absolute and nods*

Ohhh, okay! I understand!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The sound of wind whistling took The Absolute’s attention for a second. It looked up, noticing Octavius’s body returning to it. It held out it’s hand, as slowly, Octavius transformed back into her humanoid form.*

*She descended, landing next to it.*

Mother…..

*She hugged It, latching onto It tight*

*It stood for a moment, looking down at her*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo takes a few steps back, tilts his head and watches, baffled and a bit alarmed-having thought that the Absolute and Octavius were one and the same*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute absorbed Octavius, becoming one yet again*

I know…this may be confusing for you…

If it helps clear your mind, she is my daughter.

She is a part of me, as I am part of her….

You need not be afraid.

*It kneels, beckoning him to return to it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they pause, still looking perplexed and scared and a bit wary for a moment, before slowly walking back over to the Absolute*

*mumbles, looking down*

Is confusing.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugged him, sighing*

I know….

*It knew Diablo was growing at a faster rate. It would only expect him to revolt soon enough. The more questions it refused to answer, the more it lied, it knew he would catch on.*

*But now, it grew affectionate; an unexpected obstacle. It….didn’t want him to know. It didn’t want him to leave…*

What do you want to know?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they hug the Absolute back, then pause, frowning to think*

Before…you said the Yara person’d killed me. Was I…really once alive before this or was that ‘nother lie to protect me? So…was it you always there when I was little or was it your daughter? How’re you the same? What…are you exactly? What am I? Am I your child? Where’d I come from? Can you teach me how to turn into animals?

*looks up earnestly*

( @the-absolute-offical nudge :))

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded along with his questions, thinking about how to answer them*

You were once alive before, yes. Yara…she did kill you. She hurt you.

I told my daughter to protect you, and she tried her best.

We are the same due to our species, as a whole, we are one. We don’t hold form the same as organisms of your planet do.

We are Celestials, Octavius hasn’t ascended yet like I have, so our appearance is much different. And she is partially demon, more connected to her realm below than I am to any.

*Hugging him still, it rocked him slowly*

I don’t know exactly what you are sweetheart, you aren’t my child. But I will protect you like my own, I promise you that. If you allow me to learn more about you…

*Cups his cheek*

I can help you become so much stronger, the greatest you’ve ever been.

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh.

*takes a moment to think about all of this, looking up at the Absolute*

That’s a lot. It makes sense though. Thanks for answ’ring for me.

*sighs sleepily, contentedly,relaxing against it*

Okay. That…that sounds nice…yeah…I’d allow you to…

*near sleep now, smiles, yawning*

[the-absolute-offical]

Come now…you need rest…

*Picking him up again, it headed deeper into the forest, looking for a nice tree*

*Humming, it pat his back*

Sleep well…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Yes, I would!

*looks at the necklace then back at the Absolute and nods*

Ohhh, okay! I understand!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The sound of wind whistling took The Absolute’s attention for a second. It looked up, noticing Octavius’s body returning to it. It held out it’s hand, as slowly, Octavius transformed back into her humanoid form.*

*She descended, landing next to it.*

Mother…..

*She hugged It, latching onto It tight*

*It stood for a moment, looking down at her*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo takes a few steps back, tilts his head and watches, baffled and a bit alarmed-having thought that the Absolute and Octavius were one and the same*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute absorbed Octavius, becoming one yet again*

I know…this may be confusing for you…

If it helps clear your mind, she is my daughter.

She is a part of me, as I am part of her….

You need not be afraid.

*It kneels, beckoning him to return to it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they pause, still looking perplexed and scared and a bit wary for a moment, before slowly walking back over to the Absolute*

*mumbles, looking down*

Is confusing.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugged him, sighing*

I know….

*It knew Diablo was growing at a faster rate. It would only expect him to revolt soon enough. The more questions it refused to answer, the more it lied, it knew he would catch on.*

*But now, it grew affectionate; an unexpected obstacle. It….didn’t want him to know. It didn’t want him to leave…*

What do you want to know?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they hug the Absolute back, then pause, frowning to think*

Before…you said the Yara person’d killed me. Was I…really once alive before this or was that ‘nother lie to protect me? So…was it you always there when I was little or was it your daughter? How’re you the same? What…are you exactly? What am I? Am I your child? Where’d I come from? Can you teach me how to turn into animals?

*looks up earnestly*

( @the-absolute-offical nudge :))

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded along with his questions, thinking about how to answer them*

You were once alive before, yes. Yara…she did kill you. She hurt you.

I told my daughter to protect you, and she tried her best.

We are the same due to our species, as a whole, we are one. We don’t hold form the same as organisms of your planet do.

We are Celestials, Octavius hasn’t ascended yet like I have, so our appearance is much different. And she is partially demon, more connected to her realm below than I am to any.

*Hugging him still, it rocked him slowly*

I don’t know exactly what you are sweetheart, you aren’t my child. But I will protect you like my own, I promise you that. If you allow me to learn more about you…

*Cups his cheek*

I can help you become so much stronger, the greatest you’ve ever been.

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Yes, I would!

*looks at the necklace then back at the Absolute and nods*

Ohhh, okay! I understand!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The sound of wind whistling took The Absolute’s attention for a second. It looked up, noticing Octavius’s body returning to it. It held out it’s hand, as slowly, Octavius transformed back into her humanoid form.*

*She descended, landing next to it.*

Mother…..

*She hugged It, latching onto It tight*

*It stood for a moment, looking down at her*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo takes a few steps back, tilts his head and watches, baffled and a bit alarmed-having thought that the Absolute and Octavius were one and the same*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute absorbed Octavius, becoming one yet again*

I know…this may be confusing for you…

If it helps clear your mind, she is my daughter.

She is a part of me, as I am part of her….

You need not be afraid.

*It kneels, beckoning him to return to it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they pause, still looking perplexed and scared and a bit wary for a moment, before slowly walking back over to the Absolute*

*mumbles, looking down*

Is confusing.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugged him, sighing*

I know….

*It knew Diablo was growing at a faster rate. It would only expect him to revolt soon enough. The more questions it refused to answer, the more it lied, it knew he would catch on.*

*But now, it grew affectionate; an unexpected obstacle. It….didn’t want him to know. It didn’t want him to leave…*

What do you want to know?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Yes, I would!

*looks at the necklace then back at the Absolute and nods*

Ohhh, okay! I understand!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The sound of wind whistling took The Absolute’s attention for a second. It looked up, noticing Octavius’s body returning to it. It held out it’s hand, as slowly, Octavius transformed back into her humanoid form.*

*She descended, landing next to it.*

Mother…..

*She hugged It, latching onto It tight*

*It stood for a moment, looking down at her*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo takes a few steps back, tilts his head and watches, baffled and a bit alarmed-having thought that the Absolute and Octavius were one and the same*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute absorbed Octavius, becoming one yet again*

I know…this may be confusing for you…

If it helps clear your mind, she is my daughter.

She is a part of me, as I am part of her….

You need not be afraid.

*It kneels, beckoning him to return to it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Yes, I would!

*looks at the necklace then back at the Absolute and nods*

Ohhh, okay! I understand!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The sound of wind whistling took The Absolute’s attention for a second. It looked up, noticing Octavius’s body returning to it. It held out it’s hand, as slowly, Octavius transformed back into her humanoid form.*

*She descended, landing next to it.*

Mother…..

*She hugged It, latching onto It tight*

*It stood for a moment, looking down at her*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks a bit worried*

Why…don’t you take it off?

*delightedly*

Oh! Yes! It was so so SO good, I loved it! Thank you!

[the-absolute-offical]

We can stop by more often if you wish so.

*Sets him down*

This necklace is really important to me, I cannot take it off or else I’d lose it…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo yawns and looks up*

You…okay?

[the-absolute-offical]

Oh yes, I’m alright.

*Points to the necklace*

It just gets a bit tight when I transform, nothing much dear.

*Gives it one last flick, tucking it back into it’s void body*

Did you enjoy your ice cream?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo speaks quietly and sleepily*

Yes, thank you…

*Elliot deliberately doesn’t look at the gem*

My pleasure!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It disappears into the atmosphere, returning to the dreamscape. It felt a pull, it knew Octavius was growing stronger. It grabbed the necklace with her soul, squeezing the vial tight, shaking and tugging at it*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diabll, a bit sleepy, finally, from all the chasing in the forest, doesn’t notice the Absolute glaring at Elliot, sighing contentedly, leaning against the Absolute*

*Elliot simply raises an eyebrow quizzically*

I’ve known a few who would now be called that, I suppose. All just customers though.

I’m unsure what it is exactly you’re lookin’ for here.

[the-absolute-offical]

Only clues…

*It looked down at Diablo. Looking back up at the rainy sky, it decided it was time to go*

Thank you for the ice cream.

*Before it left, a small crystal-like gem appeared, glowing a faint blue on the counter*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo is still trying to catch raindrops on their tongue*

(Elliot)-

*still baffled*

I…don’t believe we’ve met, but…maybe you can smell someone else you’ve met on me? Friend of a friend or something? That’s all I can think of…

[the-absolute-offical]

Somehow, along the way, an Erebus is connected to you. And seeing as I had a prior interaction with one again just recently, I must know….

Who else is close to the family…..

*Though it was glaring right into his eyes, it gently rocked Diablo, smoothing his hair back as the rain rose to a steady fall. People were rushing inside, others opening umbrellas, it stood still.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo grins excitedly and looks up at the sky, sticking out their tongue to giddily catch raindrops*

(Elliot)-

*smiles*

Well I’ve been told I have a particularly generic-seeming face. Though, to me people are easy to tell apart. But…I’ve been told that anyway so…

*shrugs*

[the-absolute-offical]

Y’know, those you’ve interacted before in your life always leave a trace on you. Deep within. I can smell it on you.

*Looks up at the sky*

*Trailing off*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo, oblivious, enjoys the ice cream*

*Elliot tilts his head, looking genuinely confused*

I…wouldn’t know how. Care to enlighten me?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*Shakes its head*

I’m not so sure either…all your faces look the same….

But some more familiar than others I suppose…

*It pats Diablo’s head, rain beginning to pour in*

Hm…rain….

I love the sound of rain….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(*Elliot, his old name was Eli :))

*Elliot just smiles back then takes the dollar and moves to put it away in his cash register*

*Diablo takes a bite and lets out a huge gasp of delight*

[the-absolute-offical]

You look familiar…

*It leans on a leg, Diablo on its hip happily finishing his icecream. The sky was darkening quicker than usual, tension brewing*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Elliot takes it*

*Diablo eagerly takes the ice cream*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stares at Eli for a moment longer, thinking.*

*It absorbs the icecream whole*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches*

*Elliot nods and smiles, reaching for the old 20 dollar bill*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hands it over, picking Diablo up so he could grab their own icecream*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around, scared and confused*

H-hello? Hello?

*calls*

Helooooo?

*quietly*

Don’t…wanna…be here…

*looks around*

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

*A small old television flickered in the distance…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tentatively approaches, too curious not to*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It flicked across channels, eventually finding….Cocomelon..?*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo watches curiously, then tentatively moves to sit down*

*they look around the area again, intrigued by the magical box but scared about what is happening with the Absolute, Savi and Yara*

[the-absolute-offical]

*A tendril reached down from the endless darkness above, gentle as it pat his head*

Everything is just fine now, dear child, you mustn’t worry…

*The Absolute whispered to him, a sweeter, more feminine and motherly voice. It was using a different tactic to keep him on her side…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up, wide-eyed, then relaxes considerably*

B-but…

*voice wobbling a bit*

Why were you fighting them? What did they do wr-wrong?

[the-absolute-offical]

*A little warm , sweet smelling package fell from the darkness above, still wrapped in plastic*

Here. Have a Honey Bun (Not Sponsored)

*The tendrils opened it for him, ignoring the question until he was distracted enough to not think so deeply about it*

They oppose my help. And without my help, they will die inevitably. And nobody truly wants that, do they? I think they only fear what they do not understand. I’m making myself powerful, I will be able to protect this world and others.

No one will ever agree to a higher power wishing to watch over them like I. They think it’s in their worst interest despite my many attempts to save them previously. If there are casualties along the way, it is worth the trouble in the sake of future security….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hesitates, then slowly picks it up, then takes a nibble, blinks, smiles widely and then stuffs the rest into their mouth*

Mwf-

*chews and chews and chews before speaking again*

That…seems…right…I don’t wan’ anyone to die…but you hurt them-

*looks troubled again*

Is…that…okay?

*mumbles quietly*

Would you hurt me?

[the-absolute-offical]

*She laughs gently, shaking a tendril, as if shaking to say no*

No, no, my dear. I wouldn’t hurt you. Your life is important…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxes a bit again, then frowns, looking troubled*

But…you wouldn’t say that to…uh…

*tries to remember Yara’s name*

…to her. And…aren’t they…’portant too?

( @the-absolute-offical )

[the-absolute-offical]

Well….not anymore.

She opposes my wishes to help. She’s dangerous to you, and to others. If she harms me, this planet will fall like the last.

I know I am a scary creature, but I promise you only what you desire. None if this is for my benefit other than to see you thriving.

I’ve worked so hard to create the life here on your planet, I don’t understand why others see it as a curse…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks up innocently at the endless darkness*

I don’ think you’re scary.

[the-absolute-offical]

*The tendrils hug him gently, warm and gentle against him.*

Thank you, sweetheart….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo smiles sleepily*

Yeah…

You’re my favoritest person…or…

*giggles to himself*

Not-person.

*as if remembering something*

Oh…but…can I…can I ask somethin’ else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes…

*It untangled a few strands of his hair, humming that tune Octavius had before, a calming melody*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxing, content*

Before…you said…the Abs’lute was gonna come and…do bad stuff…then you said the Absolute was good…then you said you were the Abso-Abso-Abs’lute…

Why? What’s true? ’s confusing.

*blinking slowly*

(He obviously still thinks Tav and the Absolute are the same)

( @the-absolute-offical

No pressure, I just have to get off soon)

[the-absolute-offical]

The one truth is that I am good. I often get a bad reputation for being ‘scary’ to others…

I occasionally lean into that, just so they don’t try and harm precious little things like you…

*Pinches his cheek gently*

The Absolute and I are One at last. I am much stronger now, saved. And we can save so many others…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh!

*giggles as the tendril pinches their cheek and then yawns*

O-okay…

I’m…just one another question…

Abso-Abso-

It’s hard to say…

What do I call you? Is there…a shorter name?

*veeeery tired, still blinking slowly and softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…I don’t quite..remember my name….

I know I must’ve had one before…it was so long ago…

*The tendrils gently picked him up, forming a cradle as they rocked him side to side, the television switching to a nursery rhyme, the screen a calming faint purple*

Never the matter, my dear, you must sleep….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*blinks, trying to fight sleep*

N-no…I…

*yawns again*

I wanna…

*he yawns once more before reluctantly letting themself start to fall asleep*

*gently grabs one of the tendrils and hugs it close, smiling softly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him tenderly, swaying its tendrils slowly while music played faintly in the background*

Rest now…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*hums softly-in a way that’s almost like a purr-*

*half-asleep*

Love you…

*falls asleep*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held him, still rocking him as he slept*

….

*Its tender, yet stiff grip, loosened as he mumbled. It hadn’t felt such an instinct since Octavius, its youngest child of hundreds of billions. It didn’t have to care simply due to how many years of being a bodiless, heartless entity…

But it did.*

I love you too….sweet child…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Oh noooo the Absolute cares about him?! Diablo is going to kill me when they get their memory back-)

*Diablo stirs*

(Oh right-forgot you were still mod-conscious-sorry-)

*Diablo relaxes again, aging to five years old as they sleep, contentedly*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute watches in awe, observing his aging*

*Whispering*

peculiar….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they sleep a good while longer before slowly blinking awake and looking around, a bit alarmed at first, not entirely remembering where they were or how they got there*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It held them firm once they woke again, startled slightly by their alarm. It fabricated a room around them, a dim light slowly illuminating the rocky walls from a small, leaf covered entrance. They were in a cave; it looked familiar. It was the one at their original home, everything looked…nostalgic.*

(Drew them sleeping :)

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*this only seems to startle him more and he starts mumbling, without realizing that they are or why*

No…no, I…no….

(Oh my goddssssssss it’s SOOOOO good and SOOOOOOOOOO cute!

Also-

Absolute, you’re mod-conscious, right? You should probably know that Diablo’s original home wasn’t really a good place for him-

Speaking of bad guardian situations….his mom sucked, dictating so much of their life that they eventually killed themself to escape it-

Which is why they always see death as an escape-

He’s feel calmer if he were in a dark forest-)

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took his hand, becoming some form of humanoid shadow entity, nearly ten feet tall, slim and disproportionate. It knelt before him, taking his face in it’s hands*

Diablo…Look at me. Calm yourself. You are safe…

You must remember your past. I know it hurts. I know you are scared. But this,

*gestures to the cave*

What has happened to you? It would never occur if I had control over this world. I would never have you be harmed in any form. That is why you must trust me, dearest.

*She teleports to the darkened forest with him*

You’ve seen the wonders I can make happen, you’ve seen what I would do to protect you….

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*shaking a bit but looks at the Absolute*

Y-you promise? You promise?

*relaxes a bit in the forest*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It hugs him*

I promise….

*It goes silent for a moment, the…burger…section of itself morphing with it’s whole body again, cells reshaping back into tendrils, not seen by Diablo*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*relaxed now, gives a toothy grin and hugs the Absolute back*

Thank you! So so soooo much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*After a while, it stood, taking his hand and walking through the forest. It was calming, at least for it. Nature, no matter which planet, always felt so…right. Birds singing above their heads, small animals prowling beside them. Despite their confident strides, the little animals didn’t run.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds the Absolute’s hand loosely, looking around happily at all the animals*

*they kick some leaves as they walk and giggle to themself*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It watches them, head tilting as they laughed. It made sure it didn’t trip or get hurt, hand gripping his*

hopefully this one’s better for the temporary heading-

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*at one point, a bird crosses the path and Diablo tries to pull away from the Absolute to excitedly chase it*

(ooooohhhhhh yeah! Thanks! Sooooo so much!)

[the-absolute-offical]

*It let him run, it’s long strides fast enough to catch up to him*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they giggle and leap up at the bird occasionally, continuing to chase it, tripping a bit as they go, carefree and content*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It transformed into a more animalistic form, skipping alongside him. To anyone else, it looked…playful*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*looks over at the Absolute and giggles again*

*when they look back in front of them the bird is gone and they stop running, panting for breath, and slump*

Aw…it…got away….

[the-absolute-offical]

*At his disappointment, it formed into a bird, circling his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*eyes light up*

You-you’re a bird now!

*giggles delightedly, trying to reach up to it*

[the-absolute-offical]

*Within reach, it flew between trees, weaving around, swooping down to lightly peck at a few strands of his hair*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo chases as fast as their five-year-old legs can go, eyes bright and excited, giggling when it pecks at his hair*

[the-absolute-offical]

*It turned into a butterfly, flapping at his cheeks and distracting him. It wasn’t trying to lead him anywhere anymore. It was genuinely playing…*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Hey-

*laughs happily*

That tickles! You-you’re a butterfly now!

*looks a bit awed*

How…d’you do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*Turning back into the humanoid version of itself, it stood tall*

I don’t have a definite form, it makes it easier to morph. *It kneels, holding out its hand. The hand morphed to look like a shadow of a paper crane, able to be unfolded and folded in a different form*

See?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*absolutely awestruck*

Oh-

Whoa! That’s so cool! That’s so cool!

Can you turn into anything?

*spreads their arms out wide to show how much of anything there is*

[the-absolute-offical]

Yes, I can!

*It stood again, becoming a tree, with leaves and branches of many shapes and forms. It didn’t look exactly right, being that is was made of darkness, but the shape was correct*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps excitedly*

You-you’re a tree!

Ooh, can you be a cat? Could you be a cat? Please?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It shook it’s branches like a nod, kneeling and twisting until it formed into a black cat, with fluffy fur and a bushy tail*

*It purred, leaning against his legs*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks overwhelmingly happy, like he might burst with happiness, but they bend down to stroke the cat form verrrry gently*

*softly*

Hi, kitty!

*they giggle, then sit down and grab the Absolute-cat, hugging them close*

I love you so so much!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It continues to purr, letting him hug it. It was warm, like a blanket*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo seems almost sleepy again petting and hugging it, tired from all the running*

You are a very good cat.

[the-absolute-offical]

*It grew larger, nudging him onto it’s back*

Would you like to see the waterfalls?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*happy*

Ooh yes! Yes please!

[the-absolute-offical]

*With a leap, it ran through the forest, the sound of rushing water and the splashing of fish growing louder*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo holds on tightly, looking around with wide eyes*

*excitedly*

Fish! Fish fish fish!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stopped short of the Waterfall’s edge, morphing into a spherical shape, translucent as it encased him. It rolled off the edge, falling a comfortable pace down into the water, almost like a submarine*

*Fish swam by, glittering as sunlight bounced off of their scales, small crabs walking beside the bubble, so close, Diablo could almost touch them*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo gasps in amazement, reaching out as if to touch them*

*quietly*

Pretty fish…

[the-absolute-offical]

*The fish, as if hearing his thoughts, swam closer, up against the bubble. The Absolute let his hand through enough to touch the fish, gliding slow along with the salmon*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*touches it, lighting up*

It’s so scaly!

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute pulled his hand back in once they got closer to the crabs, watching out for the pincers. Bears above the water watched in curiosity, birds and small insects flying right over his head*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh-

*curiously£

Why did you pull my hand back in?

*looks up in wonder at the bugs and birds and insects*

Oh!

[the-absolute-offical]

*Before he knew it, they’d made it to the edge of the river bank*

*The Absolute lifted him out of the water, following soon after.*

*Sighing, it looked down*

So…what do you want to do now?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*they tilt their head and look up*

What…do…you wanna do?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm…

*It leaned down, ruffling his hair*

I asked you first, silly…

We can grab ice cream if you so wish…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*giggles then tilts his head*

What’s…ice cream?

[the-absolute-offical]

It’s uhh….

I believe it’s what humans call ‘Dessert’, it’s cold and sweet. It comes in a variety of flavors…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

Oh! That sounds fun! That sounds very fun! Yes, let’s do that?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It nodded, taking his hand again*

Then let us not be late…

*The forest around them shifted, cars taking place of bushes, buildings replacing trees. The warm blue sky dimmed to a cool greyish hue, people walking around them, not seeming to notice.*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo looks around with his wide-eyed, innocent curiosity, holding the Absolute’s hand*

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute took him into one of the shops, both of them invisible to the other customers*

*Pointing to the menu*

Which flavor do you want?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo tries to read the words on the menu*

Um…um…

*points to one he can’t even read that says birthday cake flavored*

That one.

(Elliot)-

*pokes his head out of the truck window and pauses, looking them both over before giving a smile that might appear the slightest bit strained, but nonetheless warm*

And what can I do for you?

[the-absolute-offical]

*The Absolute was surprised he could see them, but only mildly. Only humans wouldn’t be able to see them, and this universe was filled with non-mortal creatures. It held up a shadowy hand—almost a wave, more a gesture of silence*

*Looking down to Diablo*

That one’s birthday cake flavored. You want that one?

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo thinks*

Um…um…yeah! I want that one!

*Elliot just smiles pleasantly*

One birthday cake ice cream. Anything else?

[the-absolute-offical]

Hm….

What is that one fruit…it’s red, almost in the shape of a cone. Has little leaves at the top?

*It held it’s hand in the shape, trying to think*

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

(Diablo)-

A birthday cake berry?

*giggles to themself*

(Elliot)-

*raises an eyebrow, still smiling*

You want strawberry I take it?

[the-absolute-offical]

*It snaps it’s fingers at the recognition*

Yes! That-

*It ruffled Diablo’s hair*

So how much will it be…

[chaos-conjurer-offical]

*Diablo giggles again, very curious about ice cream, looking up at Elliot*

(Elliot)-

That’ll be ten dollars, friend!

[the-absolute-offical]

*It stood quiet for a moment, rummaging around, teaching into it’s black void of a body*

*It pulled out a handful of odd colored coins, only one being a recognizable 20 dollar bill from the 1980s which was currently out of circulation*

Any of these work?