[ What Dante was looking for was a weapon. He had heard rumors that there was something in the unfamiliar city that was spiriting people away, and it sounded a lot like a demon's work, so naturally he was going to investigate. A strong enough demon was going to have a weapon worth checking out (and getting the demon away from people wouldn't hurt either). What he found wasn't a demon. It was a door, a shimmer of light in an old wall that somehow let him step through to another place. And suddenly the stories of missing people made a lot of sense, but Dante didn't know where he was. It looked like a cave, dark and made of stone on all sides, but there were parts that seemed build rather than formed. Swinging Rebellion over one shoulder, he walked the paths, searching for light other than the luminescent plants that grew in patches on the walls and floor. It took him a while before he found another person -- a tall man who looked dressed for a show in his opinion -- and Dante walked up to the stranger, sizing him up as he approached. ]
I guess I'm not the only one that got lost. You looking for a way out or just enjoying the sights?
[ Loki gives the man a cursory glance, his eyes roving over every detail before he looks away, playing as an uninterested party. He had traveled here of his own volition, looking for a few choice artifacts that might tip the scales in the inevitable conflict that dogs his footsteps. ]
[ Yup, definitely a show. He's playing it cool, and Dante saunters up with no modesty whatsoever, giving Loki a good look over. ]
Yeah, I guess you could. So, find anything interesting yet? I heard there might be monsters around here. If you did find something good it might attract them.
[ He catches the shift in expression with the one word, but that's mostly because he's used to looking for it. And it doesn't mean anything. Not yet, at least. Dante tilts his head instead at something more interesting. ]
[ Some sense, or at least he doesn't want to antagonize the other man too much yet. Although that could very well be because he doesn't see a prize in it. Dante is still interested in Loki. There's some kind of energy, a strange vibe around the other man, and the half-demon is trying to figure out whether he should press the issue or not. It's not demon, but... ]
Well, maybe we should both walk together. You're looking for something too, right? Whatever the monsters are after? Why don't I escort you in?
[ There is a slight smirk on Dante's face as Loki accepts the offer, but it's so naturally part of his easy confidence that it looks natural there. He's won a victory, but he always does, and this one isn't such a big deal that it gets any more than a second of notice. Then the man steps forward, strides down a chosen path, seemingly without any thought at all but still managing to choose the direction leading toward the center of the maze. Almost as if he's drawn to it. ]
So? What'd you come for? The adventure? The prize?
The prize, obviously. I leave adventuring to muscle-brained morons.
[ Aka Thor and the warriors three. Loki rarely sees the point of adventuring around unless there were spoils to be had. He does, however, enjoy exploring, the cosmos at his fingertips, but that was a secretive and dangerous art, one he does not advertise. ]
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I guess I'm not the only one that got lost. You looking for a way out or just enjoying the sights?
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Can't a man do both?
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Yeah, I guess you could. So, find anything interesting yet? I heard there might be monsters around here. If you did find something good it might attract them.
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Not yet. My magic is seeking it out.
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[ He catches the shift in expression with the one word, but that's mostly because he's used to looking for it. And it doesn't mean anything. Not yet, at least. Dante tilts his head instead at something more interesting. ]
You know magic?
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I practice magic. Not everything can be dealt with swinging around a giant sword.
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Haven't come across too many jobs a big sword won't do. Especially if you use it right.
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[ What is it with people and large weapons? Is it too much to ask for delicacy? The grin sets his teeth on edge. ]
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[ He's ignoring Loki's obvious discomfort with him, swinging the broadsword around as he gestures to emphasize his statements. ]
You don't have a magic weapon or something? Hm. I appreciate a guy that uses his hands.
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Come closer and I'll show how good I am with my hands.
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As exciting as that sounds, I think I'll pass. Don't want to get too distracted before I find what I'm looking for.
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A common occurrence, no doubt. But they are further along.
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Well, maybe we should both walk together. You're looking for something too, right? Whatever the monsters are after? Why don't I escort you in?
Don't want you to get more lost.
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Very well.
[ In an imperious, royal tone. ]
Escort me.
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So? What'd you come for? The adventure? The prize?
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[ Aka Thor and the warriors three. Loki rarely sees the point of adventuring around unless there were spoils to be had. He does, however, enjoy exploring, the cosmos at his fingertips, but that was a secretive and dangerous art, one he does not advertise. ]
You? No doubt it is the former.
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A little work, a little play. I'm here on business, but that doesn't mean I don't like some excitement on the way.
[ He waggles his eyebrows at Loki, since the god is being so subdued in comparison. ]
What good's a prize without a little adventure?
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Power and knowledge do fine to fill in the gaps.
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Everyone's always looking for more power. Seems like a waste if you ask me. There're a lot better things to do than chase after something like that.
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And I'm sure your suggestions focus on love and companionship.