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[thecharmonydove]

In his distraction , he wouldn't even notice the sounds of steps coming up behind them , his first indicator was the chilling air , almost crawling up his spine , seeping into his skin , before he could even turn to face the source of it , he heard that voice .

in a moment of something akin to panic , his mind drew conclusions , the voice of a ghastly spirit rose to strike down the influencers plaguing this place , long gone souls wishing for rest rising to the dead to enact vengeance on those who won't let them rest , the worry was seen on his face as he turned and saw -- .

oh . . . it didn't seem to be a ghost , his heart rate could finally slow a little and stop beating in his chest as he tried to calm the situation . " I think there's been a misunderstanding . . . " he let out a quiet sigh , moving a little closer . " My name is Sunday , I've arrived here to deal with the same problem you seem to be here to solve , the influencers as well , Miss . . ? "

fyxestroll frenzy .

sunday & shenhe .

[thecharmonydove]

for Sunday , this adventure was unlike anything he'd ever really gotten to see before , an adventure to a completely new planet sounded . . . like something straight from his dreams , something he would never have thought he'd get to experience , if you'd asked him prior .

even if he wasn't technically a nameless , the express still treated him like family , still made him feel like he was apart of the group , more then just a passenger on board for a short period of time .

attention shifted when March moved closer , his tone very soft and quiet , eyes wandering to the distance after a short moment . " there could be any number of surprises waiting for us . . . i can't say you're wrong , i'd love to hear their stories , ask what they've seen , what they've gone through . . . "

he pondered for a moment , though . " if there isn't any people , though . . . then i'd like to see the views , picture perfect views you could get lost in , doesn't that sound nice ? "

　❅　everything under the stars.

abundance , unseen planets.　⸻　sunday & march 7th

[thecharmonydove]

in times like these , with the oath he's taken to help as many as he can -- he wouldn't turn it down , even such a request like this , likely going to end up in a more hands on confrontation , ending in him getting . . . probably more injured then he would like , he wasn't going to turn it down .

eyes wandered to Yelan , he could tell just from her expression that . . . she probably didn't have a high opinion of him right away , but that's fine , not many do , especially those who know his past .

he followed beside Yelan , his book under his arm as they made their way off to the specified area , attention turned to her as she spoke up . " I'd believe so , although I may not be of the most use when it comes to directly damaging the enemies . . . I'll be sure to make things easier for you . " from how she spoke , it almost seemed like she was doubting him based off of pure appearance , while slightly frustrating -- he can't really blame her , he doesn't have the body type of someone who'd be referred to as a warrior or anything of the sorts . " While I can't exactly say I have the muscle for it , I'm sure I could come up with a strategy , come the need for one , rest assured , I'll be able to handle it , even if we end up outnumbered , besides , I'd rather not leave you alone against five . "

although he likely wasn't the most reassuring , he was trying his best to give some level of comfort . " Ah , pardon me -- Sunday , a passenger aboard the Astral Express , I've only paid visit to Liyue during the Lantern Rite , as far as I can recall . . . it's somewhere I've wanted to pay a second visit to , though . "

what do you even do if sunday and yelan pull up on you? cry?

asase shrine commission | sunday and yelan :)

[thecharmonydove]

his own memories . . . manifesting in this dream ? for the time here , he believed that this was a manifestation of shared dreams . . . yet , his own prison manifested around him once more , the place he'd been locked to for . . . who knows how long ?

the voice that came from the other side was one burnt into his brain , one he heard most of his life -- one he still hears every now and again when the songs begin to play in the express .

. . . this memory wasn't one he's had before , was this a dream ? why . . . Robin was never here , not once in his time in confinement was she here , did she even know he was here ?

. . . perhaps his dream became too real , yet her words -- the weak voice that replied from the other side as he looked up , faintly heard . " Robin . . . " his eyes finally meeting her , his body seemingly drained completely of color in this dream world . . . pained expression on his face as she came closer -- he hated for her to see him like this , in such a pathetic , vulnerable state , yet still , she was able to speak with such hope . . . with such faith in her brother , faith in him .

slowly , light returned to his eyes , eyes widening as Robin so easily rips the chains out from the ground , the vibrant color she carried being spread onto him -- her hope being imparted upon him .

" We don't . . . have to be victims . "

echoing her words as the world around them fades , one more time . . . there's no darkness anymore , there's no fear anymore , this time -- the nightmare has ended , the two had a moment of peace , her words rang deep into his heart , it's as if she read his mind , a question that he's wondered . . . for years .

his hands grabbed onto hers , holding on tight , not out of fear of the fall , but out of . . . just wishing to remain here for a little longer . " I can't deny it , can I . . . ? you know me well . " feeling the others embrace made him feel calm , pure calmness overcoming his whole body , able to finally let free a sigh of relief as his eyes shut .

" . . . I'm well aware , I've realized this long ago , there was a point where I worried about leaving , not for myself , but for you . . . there was a part of me that thought you still needed protecting , I thought as the eldest , that was my duty . " he hesitated , pausing , pulling her a little closer into his embrace . " I'm sorry for thinking that way , know that . . . I believe in you fully , you've become much stronger then I could have ever known , Robin . "

a proper exchange of words between the two this time , although the circumstances different . " I promise . . . I know Penacony is safe -- I know you're safe , so I'll continue trying to find myself , so that one day . . . I may be proud to see the person I've become , full steam ahead . "

as he finished speaking , the world below finally came into view -- the land manifesting around them , a familiar sight for the both . . . the two finally land . . . upon the same rooftop they said their improper goodbye , this time , this was different , this time , they had time , even if just a little . . . they could say what they needed to .

" . . . It's the real you , isn't it ? " he spoke under his breath , finally dressed in the outfit he now wears on his travels outside of Penacony , he knew , even if she said yes . . . he had to doubt it , how could he believe something in the dream world ? but something . . . something felt . . . different , somewhere , deep in his heart , he knew .

" I apologize . . . that I didn't give you a proper goodbye , is it alright if I make up for that here ? "

Heaven is so far of the Mind

˚ʚ [robin & sunday ] ɞ˚

[thecharmonydove]

Sunday himself had caught wind of the situation shortly after arriving , while it seemed like such a tedious and possibly boring task to others . . . he jumped at the opportunity almost instantly , someone so dedicated to a task that they can't rest easy unless knowing someone was able to do it in their place -- surely had to be putting more stress on their plate then they already needed , especially after having fallen ill at such severity .

for a while , he'd sat there , watching closely , taking in a view like no other , the mountains in the distance , the water beneath and the breeze keeping things cool , his book set to his side , standing there , taking everything in and living up to the task he was given to the best of his abilities .

his attention only finally left once a voice had come from behind , turning to greet the other who'd decided to approach .

" That would be me , yes . . . had you come to watch as well ? "

his attention turned back towards the area before him . " it's quite easy to lose track of time here , i can't tell you how long it's been since i arrived . . . "

he spoke quietly , as if trying not to disturb something , or perhaps he was just . . . at peace , at the moment . " Sunday . . . feel free to call me Sunday . "

Lovely Weather, Isn't It? || Neuvillette & Sunday

Commission: Stormbearer Point watch || @thecharmonydove || Commission Season: Abundance

[thecharmonydove]

Upon entering the room , the familiar face wasn't even in his line of sight , up until he turned right around -- a face one could never forget upon seeing it for the first time , especially when you've lived in Penacony as long as he had , the shockingly famous director himself .

" Mister Reca . . . ? "

and here of all places ? had he come to make a story on the adoption event . . . ? the man was just as dramatic as ever , adding that . . . intensity , to whatever he can throw it onto , unsurprisingly , he seems to still be in the know of everything , creepy , yet not unexpected .

" It's hard to not remember you -- I really didn't expect you of all people here . . . " he paused , wondering just how much he knew . " I suppose . . . soul searching isn't the worst way to word this journey I'm on , though that may be putting it too lightly . "

a nervous , low laugh escaped , eyes taking time to take in the scene around them , peeking at the signs shown to advertise the event and taking a few steps forward and peeking around , knowing Reca would likely stick rather close by , a choice he had no say on and wouldn't dare try and refute , else he might begin a dramatic guilt trip or something . . .

" Might I ask ? what brings you out all this way ? I'm sure travels aren't abnormal for you , but even still . . . "

lights, camera, catcake!

sunday & reca .

[thecharmonydove]

" A thousand of these things ? that's quite a large number , even if you speak it so casually . . . "

he listened along to her explanation , interest clearly piqued once she mentioned the idea of him taking his pick and testing one out . " Are they not dangerous ? "

well , the one he saw her use wasn't , she seemed confident enough , so . . . he felt as if he could put his trust in her , taking a step forward to pick up one from the box -- something that seemed like a . . . flower ? a crystal flower that perfectly reflected what looked into it .

he touched it -- then around the two , as if it projected it from his memories , visions of areas he'd been to , although it didn't change the room , it was as if it was just an overlay -- atop the building he parted ways with Penacony .

" how . . . strange , the possibilities do seem endless , don't they ? "

curios for the curious .

Sunday and Herta . @eruditeambition

[thecharmonydove]

with shaky hands and heavy breaths , he once more gave his assistance to Lingsha .

" I've become more used to battles . . . but not such prolonged ones . "

this fight was clearly taking a toll on him , but it wasn't over , so he wasn't done .

The swords , once again having returned to the child's side proved to be a problem , as others seemed to have a few of the different ones under control , Sunday let his energy fly at a nearly unharmed one .

. . . to which the blade wasn't too happy , remnants of ice covering his body , but not going far enough to turn him into a block of ice or anything of the sorts . " That may have been a close call . . . "

though one more hit was all it took for the second blade to crumble , falling nearly as quick as the first , while Sunday stepped back to attempt to avoid the gaze of any of the enemies .

10,000 ꜱᴛʀɪᴋᴇꜱ, ꜰᴏʀ ɢᴏᴏᴅ ᴍᴇᴀꜱᴜʀᴇ

team 4, floor 3.

[thecharmonydove]

how lucky that this child seemed to be laser focused onto Mydei -- it made the survival of the rest rather easy , with the help of the others , he could focus on his own actions .

 SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 4 energy.[3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on MYDEI .

bestowing his powers upon Mydei , eyes turning towards Lingsha , being as far back as he was -- he was able to catch things . " Is everything alright ? you seem distracted . "

did she have some sort of connection to this one ? now wasn't the time to be focused on that -- the battle was still at hand .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on YANQING 129/200HP [ Roll: 15 = Hit! -3HP. ] YANQING 126/200HP Yanqing  is affected by Pristine Seed and cannot counter

" It does seem we're starting to wear him down . . . just how much longer is this going to go ? " his curiosity only rose , the longer they've been here , the more they wondered -- it wasn't some sort of dreamscape , not one he's seen , at least , it felt real -- yet at the same time like a dream . . . he could only wonder .

10,000 ꜱᴛʀɪᴋᴇꜱ, ꜰᴏʀ ɢᴏᴏᴅ ᴍᴇᴀꜱᴜʀᴇ

team 4, floor 3.

[thecharmonydove]

across from him -- across from him and his allies stood . . . a boy ? he wasn't exactly sure why their opponent had chosen to face them , or if they were even real -- but he knew that they were as ready to fight as ever , swords summoned to the enemies side as Sunday readied himself , staying behind as his allies went into battle , a deep breath taken as he let the vines creep up his arm once more , focus given to Elysia .

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 4 energy. [3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Ode to Caress and Cicatrix on ELYSIA (10/10HP.) ELYSIA (10/10HP.) gains The Beatified. ELYSIA’s critical hit floor lowered by 2, damage increased on crits +1. Royal Masque activates, all allies gain +2 damage until the end of round. All allies healed +1HP.MYDEI 16/16HP.

the vines wrapped around his arms once more , instead of the glowing , radiant halo she's used to , the warmth -- the pure energy flowed throughout her , filling her with a sense of revitalization -- with a sense of pure power filling her body . " I hope this'll do you well , allow me to finish this one off for you . "

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on FLYING SWORD 3 2.5/50 [ Roll: 10 -4HP. ] FLYING SWORD 3 is defeated!

with one swift blow , the already weakened sword dissipated and fell , eyes turning towards the last sword , which . . .

FUYUAN does -6HP to all enemies: FLYING SWORD 2 [ FIRE WEAKNESS ] -31HP. YANQING 187/200HP (dmg halved) FLYING SWORD 2 is defeated! Sword Formation is dispelled! YANQING 187/200HP -5HP YANQING 182/200HP

is quickly defeated by the little friends Lingsha seems to have summoned , leaving the boy nearly vulnerable to attacks , although he clearly wasn't going to let the loss of his swords stop him from fighting . " I don't know how I feel fighting a child -- but his expressions and mannerisms . . . I can't quite tell if he's even real . "

10,000 ꜱᴛʀɪᴋᴇꜱ, ꜰᴏʀ ɢᴏᴏᴅ ᴍᴇᴀꜱᴜʀᴇ

team 4, floor 3.

[thecharmonydove]

" Perhaps we shouldn't toy with our food , I'd rather them fall soon . . . "

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 6 energy. [3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on MYDEI .

as he has the entire time -- Sunday once again lent his aid to his ally , the halo forming behind Mydei before he sent his flurry of attacks towards the enemy once more .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 51.5/90HP [Roll: 8 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 49.5/90HP Imprisonment roll: 1 – successful! [1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 49.5/90HP [Roll: 11 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 47.5/90HP [1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 47.5/90HP [Roll: 13 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 45.5/90HP  ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES is imprisoned and cannot counter.

his shots of energy went flying at the flaming enemy , luckily , he hadn't had to dodge any attacks due to restraining it almost instantly , if his goal was to extinguish those flames , he seemed successful , if only momentarily , leaving the opening once more for his allies to whale on it , eyes turning to Mydei .

" i can only hope this opening makes up for my past actions . "

leaving the stage for Mydei to preform , he took a step back , his work had been done , his allies could continue through the door he opened for them , his luck seems to be looking up , despite just how rough it had been prior .

" just a little more , we can finish it . "

𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬.

GHAbyssApril2025 |⠀team four⠀|⠀floor two.

[thecharmonydove]

Sunday can't help but let out a little laugh of his own , it's odd how calm his entire team seemed to be -- they'd gotten it down to a rhythm , keep mending the wounds , continue striking -- let the one who can't fall be the one on the frontline , Sunday knew his combat prowess wasn't helping the most -- but he was hoping that the assistance was appreciated .

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 6 energy.

" If we keep up like this . . . "

[3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on ELYSIA .

once again , that radiant halo was brought down onto Elysia by the golden cherubs , hovering around Sunday shortly after .

" perhaps if the chance came , if welcomed , I'd like to join you three for a nice chat after this . "

it wasn't difficult to grow fond of those you've been fighting alongside for what felt like hours on end , allies . . . the astral express and all this truly helped him realize , things are a lot better with those by your side , even if it may take some getting used to . . . he really didn't mind .

his eyes shifted towards the newly confined enemy , knowing he could strike without risk , of course he jumped at the opportunity for it .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 49/90HP [Roll: 11 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 47/90HP [1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 47/90HP [Roll: 12 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 45/90HP [1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 45/90HP [Roll: 7 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 43/90HPABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS is imprisoned and cannot counter.

nine orbs of light sent flying , striking the enemy numerous times while he can't fight back , a cowardly tactic ? some may call it that , but unlike his allies , he's not one who can take a beating very well , while having the capabilities to rejuvenate himself , even if only a little -- if he could lessen the load on Lingsha , that'd be preferable .

" remind me to properly thank you all -- if that time does come . "

@aevitium !

𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬.

GHAbyssApril2025 |⠀team four⠀|⠀floor two.

[thecharmonydove]

the more and more these battles continue , the stranger these enemies become , he wasn't sure what to make of this , but he knew he had a duty , repeating it over and over in an attempt to give his allies whatever assistance he can , a routine he'd stick to , to the best of his abilities .

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 5 Energy.

as they have many times today , the golden creatures rise from his book -- this time , surrounding and powering up Lingsha , along with her companion .

[3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on LINGSHA .

feeling completely rejuvenated , Lingsha having yet to make a move -- he knew he could take a risk , he could gamble it with minimal risk , she may not be his biggest fan after the fact , but if it could help them in the long run , risks were something he had to take .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 80.5/90HP [Roll: 16 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: FATHOMLESS FLAMES 78.5/90HP Imprisonment roll: 1 – successful!

after what felt like hundreds of tries , failing over and over -- the enemy before him was finally restricted , attention almost instantly turning towards the enemy who's still able to walk free , confident his allies will be able to do some considerable damage to him.

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 80/90HP  [Roll: 15 = Hit! -2HP] ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 78/90HP ABYSS LECTOR: WICKED TORRENTS 78/90HP counters with Rippling Slash Combo. [Roll: 16, 3. = Hit! Miss! -1.5HP] SUNDAY (8.5/10HP)

although he couldn't be as lucky as he was seconds ago , his pace was picking up , taking the first strike from the enemy , just narrowly being able to dodge the second attack sent his way , it's been quite a while since he's had to move this fast to keep up . . .

. . . it's not a terrible feeling , either .

@crimsondragcn !

𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬.

GHAbyssApril2025 |⠀team four⠀|⠀floor two.

[thecharmonydove]

you have no place on the field .

those words resonated deep within him -- deep down , he knew he was correct , Sunday was often trapped behind his desk , often trapped doing the trivial work in Penacony , his combat experience minimal -- the one time he did fight against the Astral Express . . . was a complete failure , overwhelmed and defeated , brought to the lowest point in his life .

. . . perhaps mydei was correct .

after lingering on his words , watching him rush back into battle , a show of pure strength and confidence clashing with enemies who refuse to back down even in the face of such a terror .

" even so . . . "

fingers dug into the cover of his book , even if his body was battered , even if he was barely hanging on from the healing given from Lingsha -- even if his damage was minimal , he had the ability to fight , how was he to learn his place on the battlefield if he didn't try ? of course he was of a more supportive role , but nonetheless . . .

SUNDAY (6.5/10HP) rolls 5 Energy.

he stepped forward once more , Mydei said to make a plan , so Sunday would speak . " there's one much weaker then the other two , the one with the cup should be our target , if we can take him out . . . i can attempt to lock down one of the stronger ones . " his book opened once more , once again , his allies inside giving their support to Mydei .

[3 energy] SUNDAY (6.5/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on MYDEI . Carousal of Revelry is cleansed from MYDEI.

" Miss Lingsha , next time , I'll be relying on you , if that's alright with you . " he felt bad , but the least he could do for all the mending she's been doing after every blow he's been taking was provide her with his support , even if it doesn't do the most . " please forgive me , the both of you . "

[1 energy] SUNDAY (6.5/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on “PAST CONFINED AND CAGED” 21/50HP [Roll: 9 = Hit! -2HP] “PAST CONFINED AND CAGED” 19/50HP Imprisonment roll: 2 – unsuccessful. “PAST CONFINED AND CAGED” counters with Cleansing Flagellation. Roll:10 , Hit! -2HP SUNDAY (4.5/10HP)

like most other attempts , his attempt of imprisonment ended in failure , but he didn't seem as injured , he knew he could take it , he had to -- he wasn't going to be a burden for the team , not one they had to constantly worry about .

" Once again . . . keep fighting , I'm not throwing my life away , I assure you . "

one could likely find it hard to believe his words with how reckless he seemed to be , but his words carried a certain weight , a certain confidence behind them .

SUNDAY forfeits one energy.

@crimsondragcn .

𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬.

GHAbyssApril2025 |⠀team four⠀|⠀floor two.

[thecharmonydove]

the entire walk , Sunday remained silent for the time , this place -- just what was it ? he spent his silence thinking , attempting to figure out what kind of thing this could be , a trial chamber ? a trap ? a dream he's been forced into ? no , it felt too real to be a dream , even in penacony -- there was a feeling , for someone like him , who was so in tune with the dream . . . he knew .

but here was different , here felt . . . real , he was here , he was actually here -- these people around him were all so real , the enemies , unfamiliar , yet very real .

or , so he thought , until the next set of enemies formed before them once they had finally reached their next location -- these ones all too familiar , with Mydei wasting little to no time , he hadn't even had time to help in the ways he could .

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 6 Energy.  [3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on ELYSIA .

once more , assisting Elysia -- his choice would have been Mydei , if it weren't for him being so far ahead -- so . . . defeated ? it was jarring to see him fall to the ground instantly , lifeless . . . so soon ? what shocked him even more -- was him standing back up literal seconds after , words echoing in his head . " He wasn't exaggerating , was he . . . " could this man really not die ?

he didn't have time to worry about that , not right now , the battle was at hand and things like those could be asked at a later date , the time to fight was now .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on  “PRESENT INEBRIATED IN REVELRY” 41.5/50HP [Roll: 15 = Hit! -2HP] “PRESENT INEBRIATED IN REVELRY” 39.5/50HPImprisonment roll: 2 – unsuccessful.

able to open his book and send balls of energy flying towards the enemies before them , managing to land his hits -- but failing to chain them as he once did , he seems to have gotten lucky . . .

“PRESENT INEBRIATED IN REVELRY” counters with Precious Blood Shed For You. Counter roll: 1 – successful

SUNDAY (10/10HP) is inflicted with Carousal of Revelry. SUNDAY takes -1 Electro damage at start of his turn. Lasts 2 turns. 

though unsure of what he'd been inflicted with , he chose to ignore it until it became a problem , a mistake ? likely , but one he'd live with in the future .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on “PAST CONFINED AND CAGED” 43.5/50HP [Roll: 1 = Miss! ]

aiming his attacks towards one of the other present enemies , as to try and spread out his chances of sealing them up -- the choice he made seemed to fail him , not only was the enemy able to seamlessly dodge his attack --

“PAST CONFINED AND CAGED” counters with Cleansing Flagellation. Roll: 20, Crit! -4HP SUNDAY (6/10HP)

he showed him just how vulnerable he was , delivering a blow strong enough to make Sunday feel like he'd just broken a fair few bones -- despite that , he could stand , he could still fight , eyes shifting towards the last enemy who hadn't yet gotten any of his attention -- it was a gamble , but . . . in a situation like this , choices like those need to be made .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (6/10HP) uses Gleaming Admonition on  “TOMORROW IN HARMONIOUS CHORDS” 41/50 HP [Roll: 15 = Hit! -2HP] “TOMORROW IN HARMONIOUS CHORDS” 39/50 HP Imprisonment roll: 2 – unsuccessful.

on the plus side -- he managed to land a blow upon the enemy , the negative ? he still wasn't able to achieve his goal , he made an attempt to dodge away from the strike he knew was coming .

“TOMORROW IN HARMONIOUS CHORDS” counters with All Is Bright.  Roll: 15, Hit! -1.5HPSUNDAY (4.5/10HP)

but he wasn't quick enough , but he hadn't fallen , he was still standing , he may not have a tough body like Mydei -- or experienced falling like Elysia and Lingsha , but he wasn't stopping , he knew he could still fight , so he'd fight . " Don't worry about me , keep fighting -- I'll keep doing the same . " he knew if he kept it up , he'd become a liability -- constantly getting himself hit with little to no benefit . . . so next time , he'd be smarter , his fighting up until this point was so uncertain , but he's sure he can find his confidence .

@aevitium .

𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬.

GHAbyssApril2025 |⠀team four⠀|⠀floor two.

[thecharmonydove]

how cruel of a place this was . . . he wasn't sure what was death anymore in this place , could they die ? could they be free , or would it be an everlasting cycle of pain ?

from the sounds of it , mydei was unable to die . . . he's already in a position similar -- but the rest of them . . . what would happen to them ?

he didn't want to find out , the quicker they won , the quicker they got out of here .

" Mydei -- I hope . . . "

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 4 energy. [4 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Ode to Caress and Cicatrix on MYDEI: (5/10HP)MYDEI: (5/10HP) gains The Beatified.

a golden glow surrounds him , purple vines beginning to wrap around his arms as they come together , a golden feather dropping right into his hands -- clasping them together as the vines wrap his hands together , for only a mere second , Mydei could feel a surge around him , a pulse of energy flowing through him , as the vines dissipate .

" this will serve you well -- you may not feel it , but if it comes to it . . . they will . "

his eyes couldn't help but gaze towards Lingsha , then back towards Elysia . . . once they finish these enemies -- she'll rise again too , right ?

wishes further away

SPIRAL ABYSS , TEAM 4 : FLOOR 1 .

[thecharmonydove]

knowing well that he would soon join elysia if he didn't make the smarter choices , he didn't hesitate to follow the orders Mydei had given , rushing towards Elysia while Mydei took charge -- while he became a wall , a line of defense for those weaker and nearly defeated , a role he took up and didn't disappoint in .

while checking to ensure the woman's safety , he was able to witness Mydei one after the other strike these enemies without taking a single blow -- it was unlike anything he had seen prior , it almost left him in awe .

his attention returned to Elysia , staring down after examining , hesitant . . " She's still alive for the time being , though . . . "

his attention rose back to the battlefield , with Mydei being the sole victor , standing among the enemies he defeated . . . had it been over ?

no , that might be too easy to say , everything began reforming in an instant , returning the room back to the state it was once they entered , with the first set of corpses gone , new enemies rose in their place , while he was clearly dreading such . . . he felt -- almost revitalized .

he rose up , standing in front of Elysia -- refusing to let a companion fall for good . " sorry , I'll attempt to not be a burden this time , don't let me distract you . "

SUNDAY (10/10HP) rolls 4 energy.

[3 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) uses Benison of Paper and Rites on ELYSIA (10/10HP)

ELYSIA’s next damage dealing attack will do +1 additional damage

" Allow this to help you , even if just a little . "

in a desperate attempt to energize her enough to stand and be at ease just for a bit , unaware of her current status behind him , his little friends rose out of the book once more , swirling and even cheering for elysia , trying to keep her motivated and well .

[1 energy] SUNDAY (10/10HP) hits WINDER GOON (25/25HP) with Gleaming Admonition. Roll: ( iforgor but it hit), -1HP

WINDER GOON (24/25HP)

Imprisonment roll: 3 – unsuccessful.

wishes further away

SPIRAL ABYSS , TEAM 4 : FLOOR 1 .