[Video] In which phoenixes pirates and countries alike go exploring

[fierybluebird]

Did you know there's a bird of prey called a secretary bird for how ridiculous it looks? It's actually extremely dangerous though. Its legs are so powerful that rather than divebombing enemy like a falcon or eagle or strange bird pinky -- [Wait, what was that last one? Yeah screw your normal birds, One Piece has weird things as you might know from the rapahn.] -- Instead a secretary bird uses its wings for balance and kicks snakes to death. For fun since snakes are shitty prey. I always thought that was a pretty cool fighting style.

Speaking of birds of prey, can anyone tell me more about birds in their world? Or mythological ones? Phoenixes, dragons, rocs, thunderbirds, anything like that, eh?

We're about 2 days out of Discedo now, and I've decided to completely map out the lake for Kiku's map program, eh. There are plenty of explorers in my world, technically the first pirate king started out that way even. But I'm wondering about everyone else's explorers. Is the world you come from all explored? Who first ventured to those far unknown reaches? Come on, I'm sure at least some of you have that adventurer's blood in your veins, eh?

Oh, and everyone in Spero, don't forget Ace is captain!

Comments

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

My back is not that awful! [/said jokingly. But the aches and pains might just be from economic troubles and war rather than 'age.'] I think I would worry more for their back if we're calling health into question; but, I suppose that is why one must always be gentle.

[fierybluebird]

[Luckily Japan's explained that to Marco a couple of times, but if someone doesn't remind him of the connection, he forgets in context.]

Gentle is only for people who prefer it that way. I prefer firebrands.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

It also depends on the partner, does it not? My motto is to be gentle to the ladies and the earth, and I always follow this.

But, if the flower is a passionate one, I would never hold back. There is something to be said for exploring the variety of experiences available, oui?

[fierybluebird]

Absolutely.

And there's always something to be said for a long romance, eh?

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Ah, romance! Long stories of passion, smoldering low and warm for years. Magnifique. If I could find such romance here, perhaps it would make this world more bearable.

Has anyone captured your heart, mon ami?

[fierybluebird]

I'm sure you will then, eh?

[Long pause. Moe fidgeting. Blushing. Trying and FAILING to keep his face smooth.] Ah. Perhaps... [Dokidoki]

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

[GLEEFUL GASP]

Who is it? You must tell me!

[fierybluebird]

No way, too embarrassing.

apologizing for this icon

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Why would it be embarrassing? Love should not be hidden, it should be shared with the world.

rofl NEVER I love that icon XD I giggled when you used it on femerica

[fierybluebird]

You know... normally I'd agree with you.

[The sad thing is, he's so serious about that. He's basically an exhibitionist, except for cuddling :| Because then he gets like a bird and that's his vulnerable moe downtime. However...]

But the other party in question is more shy than I am. Tragically.

alksdjfls LOL a-awesome

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

...









Oh!

[After Japan's post... Well, know he knows. But:]

Ah, I will let you and the one who holds your heart go about your business! But, as the nation of romance, should you ever desire assistance, I will be more than happy to give it.

/sobs

[fierybluebird]

[Marco is oblivious to this post. Though when Japan strips for him he should really find out who to thank and/or yell at =\]

Nation of romance, seriously? [He doesn't sound doubting, just deadpan.]

:Dc

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

That is what they call me! And they would be correct. French is the language of love, this is known throughout the world.

XDD

[fierybluebird]

Huh. I'll keep that in mind France. Thanks for the offer, eh!

It's been.... truly ages since it wasn't the other way around with people coming to me. Something about experience I suppose.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Eh, give and take; each person will add their own knowledge to someone else and so on. Think nothing of it!

[fierybluebird]

So have you got anyone in particular in mind here? Or a type?

[No Marco, stop trying to set everyone up.]

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

I have not been here long enough! Or I might say, there is a very long list I could give you and that would be no help at all.

Male or female, attractive of course. Someone interested in the arts--someone with passion! And perhaps a subtle flowery scent.

Anyone who is not like Angleterre will do. Have you seen the man's eyebrows? Nothing pleases him and I sometimes wonder if he must trim them to avoid having them engulf his face.

[fierybluebird]

Arts, passionate, no bushy eyebrows. [Laughs.]

You remind me so much of Thatch.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

I hope that is a good thing.

[fierybluebird]

Thatch was my favorite brother and pretty much the best friend I ever had. I wouldn't be a tenth of the man I today if it weren't for having him in my life.

It would be difficult, maybe impossible, to get a better compliment in my book.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

[France catches onto this immediately, and the expression on his face makes that clear.]

... I am very honored to receive such a compliment so soon. [Much less flowery, very serious, definitely sincere.] Merci, mon ami.

[fierybluebird]

Ah, how do you say you're welcome in your language?

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

As I think we've moved beyond formality, that would be de rien.

[fierybluebird]

De rien then.

[Using parrot mimicry to get that right.]

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Excellent! Maybe I could teach you French. It is far better than English, that's for certain.