Silvermoon
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Posts: 412
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Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Oct 14, 2023 15:01:02 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Kasey had... stayed out later than they planned, but- the streets felt safe, and Kasey never did things like this. So... they could indulge a little on a wild street filled with pokemon trainers.
They headed towards the Mariott... only to realize at the base of the hotel that this was actually the Hilton. Kasey sighed, and spun a bit, finding the actual Mariott two blocks over. Still fine, still safe, just... a bit more walking.
They almost moved over to the crosswalk, but- "Angelo!" They called, jogging over excitedly- slowing as they saw the look on his face. "God- what happened? Are you okay?" |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class: 
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Oct 14, 2023 15:17:47 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png It was an emergency, but for once, Angelo did not have a plan. There was nothing at all in his head as he rode the elevator down, as he passed by droves of chatting guests, as he walked out of the entrance and away from the Hilton’s blinding lights. He wanted nothing at all, except some air, and to be alone.
He paused, hearing his name. Upon seeing Kasey heading towards him, some feeling returned, and he quickly rubbed his eyes on the back of his hand. To his relief, it was dry.
“Ah, yeah, I’m just– got into an argument, with Finn– it’s stupid.” He waved, fixed his glasses, and put on a smile. “Hi, Kasey.”
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Silvermoon
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Mythstar
Posts: 412
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Oct 15, 2023 5:36:19 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Kasey frowned, looking at the stress on Angelo's face- the way he tried to mask it. "Hi," Hey said, gentle and considerate- and worried. "I, um- I was heading back to my hotel. If you want to walk with me, and talk? We don't- have to talk about the argument, if you don't want to." They said, trying to cover all the bases. But... they were worried. Finn seemed... like an ass, honestly. And Angelo very much didn't. |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Oct 17, 2023 0:28:18 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png Angelo’s shoulders slumped. Kasey’s kindness was a balm, healing—but it stung on fresh wounds. It felt undeserved. “Sure. Let’s walk then,” he said, eyes averted.
The Marriott was not at all that far, but they walked slowly under the evening, the Grand Plaza still well-lit even after most of the food trucks had closed, people spread out thinly and filling the place with idle chatter.
“Did you like the panel?” Angelo finally piped up. He still couldn't bring up the argument on his own, and without the con to distract them, it really was just the two of them now. Asking about their day was safe. He hadn’t been able to join them near the end since he wanted to get to his room early—great decision that was—but it would be nice to hear about it from them. He liked listening to Kasey. |
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Silvermoon
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Mythstar
Posts: 412
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Oct 17, 2023 8:30:12 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Kasey couldn’t help but falter a bit- Angelo wasn’t even looking at them. Well- he’d just gotten in a fight. It might not be about them. Right?
“Oh- I really did!” Kasey said, grasping onto the topic like a lifeline. The air was clear and gently cool, a few people whizzing by on bikes, but little else threatening them as they walked. “It was the one on the Everworld… it was a lot of talk about different religions, and, um, what that might mean for the Everworld. A lot of talk about Seta…” A lot of talk about him, which was grating, but- it was fine.
Kasey had to imagine Seta wasn’t the type of person to care about gender at all, honestly.
The Marriott rose into view, and Kasey fidgeted. “Ummm… Do you wanna come up and just… sit, for a little? I- I know you’re okay, but, um… I would feel bad just… sending you to walk back on your own, to your mean roommate…” |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Nov 10, 2023 13:26:53 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png The edge of Angelo’s mouth tugged up, just a little, as Kasey enthusiastically chatted on. He even felt the urge to laugh as he caught inklings of irritation near the end of their answer—not because he found it silly, but because it was endearing, how much they enjoyed the game, and how they cared for even the personification of death.
But it’s a short walk. Any questions he might have about Seta were cut short as the Marriott—equally as grand and bright—stood up to greet them. He’s about to continue walking, intent on bringing Kasey to the entrance proper, when they ask him.
Angelo’s eyes widened, stopped mid-step. “You— really?” They were friends, but they had known each other for little more than a day. His eyes drifted down to where they fidgeted, before settling on the pavement, his hand moving to the back of his head.
“That’s— I mean, I— wouldn’t want to impose.” They felt bad. They knew about Finn, and while they didn’t know about the fight, they knew how bad he felt, and wanted to be there for it.
Angelo’s eyes shut briefly as he sighed. “You’re too nice, Kasey.” |
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Silvermoon
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Mythstar
Posts: 412
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Nov 17, 2023 5:38:45 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Angelo’s eyes went wide, and he froze. Kasey felt a sharp anxiety cut through them- Maybe this was too much. Too weird. They’d known each other for months- but not really, not until that day.
Kasey felt themselves already trying to backtrack- only if you’re okay with it- I’m not trying to overstep- But they couldn’t bring themselves to speak over Angelo, who… was stumbling just as much as they were.
And then Angelo just sighed, and Kasey felt… worse. They weren’t being especially nice. They weren’t really going out of their way, this was just- basic human decency. And Angelo though it was too nice.
“… you deserve peace. And… to spend time with someone who’s… your friend.” They finished, quietly. |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Nov 18, 2023 5:31:44 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png You deserve peace.
The words were so simple, yet they sank into him—rendered him to mush. It feels like he hasn’t heard them in so long.
Have they ever been said to him at all?
His hand fell to clutch the hem of his shirt, and he found himself wishing he still wore the giant coat he did in the game. His hands felt like they needed to hold something soft.
He chuckled softly as Kasey finished. “That’s... That would be nice. I think I need that right now.”
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Silvermoon
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Mythstar
Posts: 412
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Nov 19, 2023 14:02:18 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Kasey gave him a soft smile, reaching out to take his other hand. “C’mon, then,” They coaxed, leading him up into the hotel, to their room. It was smaller than what Angelo and Finn had planned to share, just a single queen, a little bench seat by the window, and a slim desk, the bathroom a cramped shower, sink, and toilet.
But it felt brighter than Finn’s room, more open and airy. Kasey moved to sit on the edge of the bed, patting next to them for Angelo to sit, too. “Um, I brought my switch for the flight- but, uh, I think the tv has a hdmi cable? So- so we could play, if you want? Ummm… I have… Super Smash Bros.? And- um, Just Dance. I don’t- um- they’re mostly single player…” |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Dec 2, 2023 9:09:24 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png The unfamiliar hand wrapping around his surprised him a little, but his grip on his shirt wavered, a second anchor keeping him grounded as he’s led through the hotel.
Kasey’s room was entirely different, and as Angelo stepped through, he found the discomfort buzzing under his skin less like screeching cicadas. It didn’t scream how he didn’t belong. The room wasn’t so big that it tried to drown him. He followed Kasey inside and took the offered seat on the bed, eyes wandering curiously.
“Anything’s fine.” As long as it could keep his brain and hands preoccupied. He turned to them and smiled, a weaker one than what he was wearing throughout the day, but amused nonetheless. “You play Just Dance?”
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Silvermoon
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Mythstar
Posts: 412
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Dec 30, 2023 15:05:55 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Kasey flushed, cheeks going pink. “Um- Well- Play is a strong word, I- I did a few songs when I first got it, but, um, it’s… a little embarassing?” Not that dancing with someone else there was going to be less embarassing… but hopefully better than playing a fighting game?
Kasey had no idea, honestly.
They slid from the bed, going to retrieve their switch and hook it up to the tv. “Um, my favorite is Judas, but I- I think that’s just solo…” They pulled the game up, flicking through the songs. “Ummm… for duets there’s… Oh, there’s Believer- Oh, or Save Your Tears!” The characters were... silly… but…
Kasey turned to look back at Angelo. “Umm- whichever you want- if you want to at all, I mean. Whatever you want to do.” They were so bad at this. |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Jan 23, 2024 13:34:09 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png Angelo didn’t appear to mind as Kasey took their time setting up and explaining the game, clearly hesitant, but trying hard to accommodate him. It was cute.
“Sure, we can play.” He got up from the bed. Dancing would definitely be embarrassing and silly and so far from his comfort—and it’s exactly what he needed to get his mind off what happened. It’s a strange sort of liminal mindspace, when you’re such a mess that not even anxiety can touch you, for once.
“I know Believer but I don’t think I’ve heard Save Your Tears yet. Let’s try that one.” It had been a long time since he played any version of Just Dance, and when the characters would load in, he couldn’t help but smile a little. “They look like characters from an 80s space adventure.”
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Silvermoon
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Mythstar
Posts: 412
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Kasey Lilacina
OOC Username: spibe
Arena Points: 43
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Post by Silvermoon on Feb 6, 2024 13:14:44 GMT 9
#s://files~catbox~moe/dlh6ad~png Kasey laughed. “They do… I don’t really know why they look so…” They shook their head, amused, handing Angelo one of the joycons. “We’ll do our best, then.”
Kasey giggled, flopping exhaustedly onto the bed. They reached for their phone- “Oh-”
Three fourty-six.
“I-” They laughed. “Oh my god- I- I’m so sorry!” They said, trying to get an apology out through the laughter. “I- I didn’t mean to- I didn’t know what time it was-”
With effort, they stood again- they were tired, now. “Um- There’s extra blankets, so I’ll just take a pillow and sleep on the- um- chaise.” It was by the window, and long enough to sleep on. |
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Saint
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Weekend Warrior
Round 2
Posts: 386
Trainer Class:
Player Name: Angelo Alvarez
OOC Username: Sleepy
Arena Points: 10
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Post by Saint on Feb 17, 2024 7:32:11 GMT 9
#s://cdn~discordapp~com/attachments/1107895957519081622/1145884362253021254/200_casual~png One haphazard dance session later, and Angelo found himself collapsing beside Kasey, in a rumpled, laughing mess.
“I’ve never been a dancer, but Christ. Promise me you’ll take whatever you just saw to the grave,” he huffed, wiping his face with one hand while the other dropped the borrowed joycon on the bed. His fingers rubbed his eyes.
He overheard Kasey’s continued laugh, now in disbelief as they tried to giggle through an apology, which in turn only made him continue the feedback loop of giggles. “It’s fine, it’s okay.”
His body felt pleasantly heavy now, and he forced himself to get up, knowing that if he stayed put any longer, there was a very real chance he’d fall asleep on Kasey’s bed. He yawned, too tired to even dread the walk back to his hotel.
Only to choke on air in the middle of it, as Kasey moved towards the chaise, hastily reaching to grab them. “Wait—no, what?! No!”
He shook his head, regretful of the outburst. “No, I mean—I can’t. That’s too much. I’m not taking both your evening and your bed,” he laughed tiredly. “Sleep here. You need to be well-rested for the con tomorrow. I’ll just head back.”
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