Vincent Amorason (quitethecharmer) wrote in marvel_nextgen,
@ 2013-05-28 20:35:00

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The Hero-ver Part 1 - Amsterdam Morning
"Oh... oh goodness that must have been a bad idea.." Vincent Vernard wakes up on the floor of probably the best suite of an upscale hotel... somewhere. He can see the sky outside-- oh looking towards the light is a mistake. He winces and groans, facing away from the windows and trying to get the lay of where he is. He's next to a king-size bed, and can see out into a living room.

He's not alone.

He sits up and looks back onto the bed. Oh... very not alone.

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	quitethecharmer 2013-06-04 01:17 am UTC (link)
	In a move he remembers seeing Andrea do to Bentley far too often, Vincent reaches back into the car to dope-slap the former godling. "I'm one of the twenty smartest people on Earth, and I have a plan. MOVE NOW." For a moment, there is... well, he'd be shocked to realize it himself, but there is something of Vincent's father in his voice and presence. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dolemecknight 2013-06-04 01:29 am UTC (link)
	"Argo is right, we cannot keep running from the bird. If we rush into any building, the bird could attack it and cause mass casualties and MORE property damage. We need to stand our ground against it." Dolemeck shook his head, unable to believe he was saying such a thing. he got out and stood by Argo's side. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	quitethecharmer 2013-06-04 08:07 pm UTC (link)
	"What are you planning to DO?" Vincent flails his arms out in frustration, accidentally knocking a roll out of another pedestrian's hand. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	nextgen_monster 2013-06-04 08:08 pm UTC (link)
	The phoenix has caught up on them by now, but it stops, for some reason. It descends into the street, examining the loose bread product. The flames start to subside, just a little. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2013-06-04 10:43 pm UTC (link)
	"Aaaah," Argo mused. "I think I understand." Quite carefully, and meaning no threat, he approached the bird and scooped up the roll, breaking off an edible-sized piece, and offering it to the bird. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dolemecknight 2013-06-05 07:50 pm UTC (link)
	"It... was hungry?" He blinked a few times, staying put as Argo went to go feed the fiery bird. "It attacked me out of hunger? This is most odd indeed." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

quitethecharmer
2013-06-05 10:48 pm UTC (link)

"No, I'm fairly certain it was angry. You did break its neck after all." Vincent stares at the developing tableau.

"I think... I think it's really just still a peacock. Hopped up on divine power, but a peacock. Raised in a zoo. A handout is going to be more attractive than a fight." He grimaces. What he wouldn't give to be able to call on the Lady Frigg right now.

Taking a chance, he wanders closer to Argo and the bird, and gives a gentle whistle. He grabs a pretzel off a street cart, and lowers himself towards the ground, offering it towards the bird.

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	nextgen_monster 2013-06-05 10:50 pm UTC (link)
	The phoenix is on the ground, head bobbing now. Its form changes, becoming more mortal again. It doesn't look like a phoenix anymore, it just looks like a peacock that happens to be on fire. It tilts its head at Argo and Vincent, then fans its tail wide open, displaying its brilliant plumage. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2013-06-05 11:59 pm UTC (link)
	"Beautiful creature," Argo said. "I am glad we could solve this peacefully." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dolemecknight 2013-06-07 10:59 pm UTC (link)
	"It is quite gorgeous." Dolemeck smiled, finally moving to stand next to Argo once more. "Look at that display of feathers!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	quitethecharmer 2013-06-07 11:24 pm UTC (link)
	Vincent, cautiously, approaches as the creature rubs its head against Argo. "Dolemeck... touch the bird, gently. At the same time as me. I have a theory to test." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dolemecknight 2013-06-07 11:50 pm UTC (link)
	"The bird just tried to peck my eyes out, and you wish for me to simply lay a hand on it?" he raised an eyebrow. "It was trying to kill me, Vincent!" His voice was rushed, yet quiet. But with much reluctance, Dolemeck walked over to the peacock and gently placed his hand on the side of the bird, his head turned away in fear of it. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2013-06-08 12:32 am UTC (link)
	Argo continued to gently rub the bird's head. "There, there," he said softly. "You are quite safe now." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	quitethecharmer 2013-06-08 12:44 am UTC (link)
	As soon as all three young men make contact, it happens. There's no massive flash of light or crack of thunder, but just a deafening bell note of silence, followed by... "Oh thank Odin..." Vincent utters, as he feels whole again. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dolemecknight 2013-06-09 10:38 pm UTC (link)
	Dolemeck found himself being able to be consumed by the shadows, disappear, and then appeared across the street in another shadow. "My powers appear to have been returned to me!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2013-06-09 10:46 pm UTC (link)
	The weariness of the day fell away from him easily. "And I am myself again. Thank you, friend, peacock." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

quitethecharmer
2013-06-09 10:52 pm UTC (link)

The peacock, apparently alarmed by its return to mortality, gives a few ear-piercing squawks, before snatching the pretzel away and flapping up to a nearby rooftop.

Just as the royal guard show up, looking somewhat confused at what they find.

"Argo, do not speak unless I tell you to..." Vincent hisses, already trying to process the flooding return of memories from the night before.

"Gentlemen! No need to worry, we've disarmed the situation! My name is Vincent Vernard, I'm sure you've heard of me, formerly of the Future Foundation. We were tracking this zoological anomaly before it could do any damage to the city. We've managed to strip it of the post-biological power it had somehow obtained." He speaks with utter surety.

The guards seem a little more confused.

"We... err... we are under orders to detain your friend--" The apparent captain points at Argo. "--for untoward conduct towards the Queen Consort!"

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dolemecknight
2013-06-09 11:01 pm UTC (link)

Dolemeck calmly shadow-ported next to Argo. He looked somewhat worried. He looked at Vincent, then Argo, and then the guards before speaking with them.

"My Lord, sir. My cousin Argo was just trying too hard to be kind to the Queen consort, Sir. He is not that good with communications towards women, and did not mean to insult to crown or the country by his actions. I ask that you please forgive him."

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	son_of_hercules 2013-06-09 11:07 pm UTC (link)
	In spite of warnings, Argo could not help himself, spurred to speech. "I take offense to that, good sir! The Son of Hercules is never anything less than a gentleman!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	nextgen_citizen 2013-06-10 12:15 am UTC (link)
	"Captain," A female voice cuts over some of the clamor, as more guards begin pushing civilians and tourists away. "--that will be quite enough." Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has arrived, looking calm, if a little terse. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

quitethecharmer
2013-06-10 12:18 am UTC (link)

Vincent grabs Argo by the ear, hissing at him. "You were so drunk you decided handing over your divinity to a peacock was the thing to do!" He then immediately freezes, and drops to one knee as the Queen approaches.

"Your Majesty. Vincent Vernard, junior ambassador and heir to Latveria. I can only offer my most heartfelt apologies for any inconvenience my assistants and I have caused."

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	dolemecknight 2013-06-10 11:35 pm UTC (link)
	Dolemeck fell to his knee. He reverted back to his old training as a Knight when greeting royalty. His head hung in a most humble manner, his eyes closed as he waited to be told to either look up or speak. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2013-06-10 11:52 pm UTC (link)
	Argo put on just a little bit of his smolder. He knelt as well, though perhaps not quite so easily as Vincent or Dolemeck. He had his pride as a god of Olympus still. "Your Majesty," he began. "I thousand pardons for any offense I may have cause." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

nextgen_citizen
2013-06-11 12:31 am UTC (link)

"Your remorse for any misdeeds is already apparent, young gentlemen." The Queen replies, maybe smiling just a bit. "And your valor in stopping the creature is apparent. You should be commended. Captain, order your men to stand down."

There's some hesitation, but the guard gives the boys some space.

"As Queen Consort of the Netherlands, I award each of you the Honorary Medal for Charitable Assistance, the exact level of which will be determined before the actual presentation." She tilts her head forward, raising her eyebrows just a little. "Although in the future, any further acts of heroism will be somewhat more... genteel, I assume?"

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	quitethecharmer 2013-06-11 12:33 am UTC (link)
	"Of course, Your Majesty. I'm sure I speak for us all when I accept the award with greatest honor." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

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