Ahh, I do know about the battles in the coliseum, but... I think that there it is more of an obligation, is it not? How nice to hear that they have stopped, though... [ WEIRDLY ENOUGH scheherazade never spent too much time telling him all the ins and outs of slavery and bloodsport in her beloved empire..... go fig ]
Well, I recently spoke with a gentleman... I forgot to ask his name, but he says he is a magician and wears makeup like a star and a water drop on his face... who said he enjoys fighting and killing strong opponents. And apparently in his world, he is frequently able to find opponents willing to battle him on those terms. And he further said it is not because things are very boring there or that they have nothing better to do, and also that in my own world there are probably people with similar hobbies.
It all seems bizarre in the extreme to me, but I thought it would not hurt to ask about it.
oh no titus what is u doing baby don't talk to that guy screams
Yes. It's fairly recent, but the Reim Empire outlawed it, and turned it instead into an industry for the former gladiators and those who wished to fight in it for profit, instead of to the death. Only non-lethal blows are allowed, and from what I remember, there are doctors and healers on site for those who are hurt.
( Ja'far's quiet for a moment, thoughtful. ) I will not lie and say there are not people like that man in our world, but things have changed. It's no longer a requirement in Reim, and most people are against such behavior. It is an extreme, and one that many of us fought to stop.
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youre not his real mom, he'll talk to whoever he wants!!! gosh
[ why the heck does this guy have such detailed knowledge about all this stuff!! titus can't help feeling like it's kind of weird and suspicious... but on the other hand, it means he definitely asked the right person. uh, not that there was anyone else he could have asked, of course. ]
But in Reim, the gladiators were not really fighting to the death because they wanted to, were they? So it is not quite the same thing as what that man described... at least, not as I understand it. Still, you really did... encounter that sort of thing?
( Because Ja'far's a weird nerd that researches this stuff, and has lived in Reim. Just normal things, you know. )
No, they were not. Very few actively wanted to fight in them, and only to hone their skills. I'm sure there were some that lived to kill, however. Such people always exist.
But I still... cannot understand it. There was so much in Magnostadt that troubled me, but I never heard of anything like that going on there. Where did you and your friends even encounter so many... killing enthusiasts?
It's long, and it's complicated, and some of it I still don't know the truth of, but the main point is this: Sin did something to anger the man who had assumed control of Parthevia. That man responded by trying to kill everyone on the island in return, government and citizens alike.
Regardless, what I mean is that man and some of his closest associates were of that ilk. They enjoyed killing, be it for the thrill of it, or for some otherwise unsavory notion. The man who trained me in the style of assassination I was raised in was one of them.
After seeing our first Sindria fall, I have wanted to stop men like him. Please, be careful with this person you met. If he truly finds killing fun, and the lack of it boring, he is not a person to associate with.
I knew that... there were people who... were fine with killing. And perhaps even enjoyed it, even if they believed they were justified... [ that nasty doron who tried to kill marga and then vored titus with a plant, for one!! ]
I suppose what I found strange was not that a cruel man might enjoy killing. It was the idea that he could find willing opponents. Although I am now wondering if, perhaps, his interpretation that they had all agreed to it was... entirely accurate.
[ ...but they were playing "truth or dare," so there's no way he could have lied, right?? ]
... Regardless, though, is simply avoiding such people... really for the best? If they exist, and they are dangerous, we cannot simply turn a blind eye, can we?
[ well geez, if it's about how much natural lifespan they've got left, titus should be handling 100% of the killer-fighting duties at this point ]
...Sir Ja'far... you are wrong.
If the world were as we wish it is, then those who are young would certainly always live longer than those who are old. But in such an ideal world, no one would do evil to begin with, and none of us would have to fight.
In the world as it is, children and old men die alike—for all kinds of reasons, whether or not they put themselves in harm's way. And those with the ability to protect others and fight against injustice must do so, no matter their age or circumstances... because otherwise, how will we ever create the world we all wish for?
...and besides, you cannot be all that old in the first place.
I still want you to be careful. Children should not have to be involved in things like this, especially when there are adults who can either do it or help. Please, if that person approaches you again, let me know. I want to make sure you are safe.
scheherazade bought me the outfit with poofy shorts and thigh cutouts so what do u think
[ this is weird... it's like... ja'far totally cares about him... or whatever...??? (titus is super into people caring about him obviously but like. isn't it kind of weird?????) ]
But... It's not like I want you to be in danger, either, no matter how old you are. And I think I have at least as much reason to worry. After all, I have borg and my magic, but you are a household vessel user, right? It doesn't seem like you would be able to use your abilities if the metal vessel holder is in another world. [ and also probably not if every metal vessel in the world were destroyed and all the djinn left and sinbad himself died/vanished/etc. ..... but it's pretty unlikely anything like that would ever happen!!! ]
( Ja'far may not know Titus very well, but he does care. And cares a lot about children anyway, even if he didn't know Titus at all he'd care. )
...Aladdin has suggested I tell you what happens in our time. I still am not sure on this, on whether or not it will change things for the worse if you know it going home, but... Aladdin thinks it would be better to tell you if you want to know.
Do you? Want to know, that is. I will not put that burden on you if you do not want it.
well i heard before i was born aladdin walked around in a vest and NO SHIRT, what did you say then
I truly... have no idea... There are questions I desperately want to ask, but at the same time, I am terrified of what the answers might be. And if I do find out, and then wish I had not... well, then what?
I also somehow doubt that nothing but good things occurred between the last moment I recall and the present as you know it. And I am worried about... what it will mean if I am unable to change anything that went wrong, but also what it will mean if I can.
... I had been terribly concerned about what must have happened to my friends in Magnostadt when I disappeared with no warning and arrived here. But Aladdin told me that from their perspective, I never vanished. And likewise, he told me that Marga... remains well and happy.
Maybe eventually I will be brave enough to hear the rest. But I think that, for now... that is enough.
aladdin is a weird kid and ja'far wanted to dress him in proper clothes for ages, don't even
( Ja'far's quiet for a long moment, then smiles, feeling reassured in a way. )
I feel much the same. I don't know how I would handle finding out what happens in my own future, let alone what that could mean if I remembered it. What could happen if I was able to change things. What it would mean if I knew and yet could not do anything to stop it.
( He sighs, but looks back up at Titus, his gaze firm. )
I will be here when or if you want to know more. But, regardless, I am here for you as an adult, as someone from our world that may know what you're going through. You're always free to turn to me if you need to, Titus.
and yet he vetoed NOTHING. smh at this blatant double standard
And, well... I suppose you'd prefer to leave me out of it, but if you ever happen to find yourself in a situation that calls for more than just the wisdom of age, I truly hope you will turn to me, too.
look aladdin is his adoptive son basically let ja'far live
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Well, I recently spoke with a gentleman... I forgot to ask his name, but he says he is a magician and wears makeup like a star and a water drop on his face... who said he enjoys fighting and killing strong opponents. And apparently in his world, he is frequently able to find opponents willing to battle him on those terms. And he further said it is not because things are very boring there or that they have nothing better to do, and also that in my own world there are probably people with similar hobbies.
It all seems bizarre in the extreme to me, but I thought it would not hurt to ask about it.
oh no titus what is u doing baby don't talk to that guy screams
( Ja'far's quiet for a moment, thoughtful. ) I will not lie and say there are not people like that man in our world, but things have changed. It's no longer a requirement in Reim, and most people are against such behavior. It is an extreme, and one that many of us fought to stop.
youre not his real mom, he'll talk to whoever he wants!!! gosh
uh, not that there was anyone else he could have asked, of course. ]
But in Reim, the gladiators were not really fighting to the death because they wanted to, were they? So it is not quite the same thing as what that man described... at least, not as I understand it.
Still, you really did... encounter that sort of thing?
gdi listen to your adoptive father's boyfriend
No, they were not. Very few actively wanted to fight in them, and only to hone their skills. I'm sure there were some that lived to kill, however. Such people always exist.
Yes. I have. Most of my friends did, as well.
then can we have candy for supper
There was so much in Magnostadt that troubled me, but I never heard of anything like that going on there. Where did you and your friends even encounter so many... killing enthusiasts?
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You mean, it had a different ruler?
you'll ruin your appetite
The government at the time destroyed it.
i need calories for my growth spurt!!!!!
not those kind of calories!!!
Most died.
you cannot prove the body knows the difference
yes i can. you're gonna get chub
After seeing our first Sindria fall, I have wanted to stop men like him. Please, be careful with this person you met. If he truly finds killing fun, and the lack of it boring, he is not a person to associate with.
well you let aladdin and alibaba do it!!!
It is...
I knew that... there were people who... were fine with killing. And perhaps even enjoyed it, even if they believed they were justified... [ that nasty doron who tried to kill marga and then vored titus with a plant, for one!! ]
I suppose what I found strange was not that a cruel man might enjoy killing.
It was the idea that he could find willing opponents. Although I am now wondering if, perhaps, his interpretation that they had all agreed to it was... entirely accurate.
[ ...but they were playing "truth or dare," so there's no way he could have lied, right?? ]
sHHhHHHhhhHHh details, also that was GOOD food
It's an extreme, but they do exist. And they're usually very dangerous people.
well even if it all goes straight to my hips, i can just buy new pants
—oh, no, you meant... the assassin... person.
...
Regardless, though, is simply avoiding such people... really for the best? If they exist, and they are dangerous, we cannot simply turn a blind eye, can we?
titus no!!! also assassin person i'm laughing
And no, we keep an eye on them and act when we can. I would not have you in danger, however. You're far too young to be fighting killers like that.
maybe some apple bottom jeans and/or boots with the fur
probably doesn't have any deeper meaning!!
more importantly, this again?? ]
I have fought killers already. And Aladdin has, too, as I am sure you know, and he is younger than I am.
i'm dying, titus do not
ok then how about baggy sweatpants and reeboks with the straps
ah, the ye olde slavic look, v classy
and a crop top
...Sir Ja'far... you are wrong.
If the world were as we wish it is, then those who are young would certainly always live longer than those who are old. But in such an ideal world, no one would do evil to begin with, and none of us would have to fight.
In the world as it is, children and old men die alike—for all kinds of reasons, whether or not they put themselves in harm's way. And those with the ability to protect others and fight against injustice must do so, no matter their age or circumstances... because otherwise, how will we ever create the world we all wish for?
...and besides, you cannot be all that old in the first place.
no. vetoed - 1/2
Then, he smiles and laughs quietly. )
You and Aladdin are very much alike.
2/2
but all the other magi are wearing them!!! (also 1/2)
2/2
too bad, what would scheherazade say anyway
I still want you to be careful. Children should not have to be involved in things like this, especially when there are adults who can either do it or help. Please, if that person approaches you again, let me know. I want to make sure you are safe.
scheherazade bought me the outfit with poofy shorts and thigh cutouts so what do u think
You are very kind. I will keep you apprised.
[ this is weird...
it's like... ja'far totally cares about him... or whatever...???
(titus is super into people caring about him obviously but like. isn't it kind of weird?????) ]
But...
It's not like I want you to be in danger, either, no matter how old you are.
And I think I have at least as much reason to worry. After all, I have borg and my magic, but you are a household vessel user, right? It doesn't seem like you would be able to use your abilities if the metal vessel holder is in another world. [ and also probably not if every metal vessel in the world were destroyed and all the djinn left and sinbad himself died/vanished/etc. ..... but it's pretty unlikely anything like that would ever happen!!! ]
that's different than a crop top and u kno it
...Aladdin has suggested I tell you what happens in our time. I still am not sure on this, on whether or not it will change things for the worse if you know it going home, but... Aladdin thinks it would be better to tell you if you want to know.
Do you? Want to know, that is. I will not put that burden on you if you do not want it.
well i heard before i was born aladdin walked around in a vest and NO SHIRT, what did you say then
I truly... have no idea...
There are questions I desperately want to ask, but at the same time, I am terrified of what the answers might be. And if I do find out, and then wish I had not... well, then what?
I also somehow doubt that nothing but good things occurred between the last moment I recall and the present as you know it. And I am worried about... what it will mean if I am unable to change anything that went wrong, but also what it will mean if I can.
...
I had been terribly concerned about what must have happened to my friends in Magnostadt when I disappeared with no warning and arrived here. But Aladdin told me that from their perspective, I never vanished. And likewise, he told me that Marga... remains well and happy.
Maybe eventually I will be brave enough to hear the rest. But I think that, for now... that is enough.
aladdin is a weird kid and ja'far wanted to dress him in proper clothes for ages, don't even
I feel much the same. I don't know how I would handle finding out what happens in my own future, let alone what that could mean if I remembered it. What could happen if I was able to change things. What it would mean if I knew and yet could not do anything to stop it.
( He sighs, but looks back up at Titus, his gaze firm. )
I will be here when or if you want to know more. But, regardless, I am here for you as an adult, as someone from our world that may know what you're going through. You're always free to turn to me if you need to, Titus.
and yet he vetoed NOTHING. smh at this blatant double standard
And, well...
I suppose you'd prefer to leave me out of it, but if you ever happen to find yourself in a situation that calls for more than just the wisdom of age, I truly hope you will turn to me, too.
look aladdin is his adoptive son basically let ja'far live
I will.