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[iwannabeadragon]

I knew I’d get this thing on eventually. All it it needed was a few swift kicks to help it along.

[Hawke looks rather smug with himself right now. Despite the crash course given to him, of which he may have zoned out of once or twice, he understands this console about as much as he does magic. The fact he got it working on his own means a lot to him.]

Alright, from what I hear this place is in need of heroes and the like. So much so in fact that they’ve started kidnapping people right off the street. Now I don’t mean to criticize your emperor, but that’s exactly what I’m going to do. Generally it’s considered good manners to ask someone for help instead of just grabbing them by their short and curlies and just dragging them off somewhere.

[He wags his finger in a very ‘you should be ashamed of yourself’ manner.]

Maker, at least people in Kirkwall gave me the illusion of choice before asking me to do something stupid and dangerous. They usually pay me too.

[When he sighs it’s utterly exaggerated.]

Oh well, no use in complaining I suppose.

[Of course that doesn’t mean he’s actually going to stop anytime soon.]

Since I’m here I may as well play along. Chances are this is all some kind of Fade...dream...thing, so what’s the worst that can happen? Besides the possibility of demonic possession.

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[solo_patria]

I do know someone I suspect would like to be a hermit.

[Really. Marius seems like he would enjoy it somehow. And then, oh right. Introductions. He's ducking his head at that a little.]

Ah right. Introductions ARE a matter of importance. I am Enjolras.

[iwannabeadragon]

They generally are. Of course if you want I can just think of my own name to call you.

[And Enjolras that's probably the last thing you want. Unlike Varric, Hawke's not that great with the nicknames.]

Garrett Hawke, Champion of Kirkwall.

[solo_patria]

Oh, I have had my share for those.

[When your name sounds like 'angel' in two languages and the verb that indicates you terrify people in another, and you are the leader of a revolution, well...]

Monsieur Hawke. It is a pleasure.

[iwannabeadragon]

So far it his, but just wait until you get to know me.

[solo_patria]

[You're getting an amused look there, Hawke.]

Then I suppose I must take that on credit so far.

whoops that should have been *is*

[iwannabeadragon]

I suppose you will. Just remember that I warned you.

Re: whoops that should have been *is*

[solo_patria]

Had I a sous for every time someone said something of the same to me.

[Enjolras's expression is certainly a grin now, if a bit wry.]

I am told that I must learn things for myself, the difficult way. I suppose that we must see.

[iwannabeadragon]

I've heard that myself. Frankly I just think the easy way is too boring.

[solo_patria]

Likely so.

And oftentimes, when the easy way is giving in? Does anyone actually willingly do that? It all seems ...suspect.

[iwannabeadragon]

Oh they do. Trust me, I've seen it all.

[He pauses for a brief moment.]

Alright maybe not all of it. Giant turtles are very new to me but I've seen a lot.

[solo_patria]

I have seen protests and I have seen avoidance, and I have seen running, perhaps, but simply acquiescing, when there is something greater at hand? That worries me, I suppose, though perhaps I should grow used to that sort of thing while I have the time.

The turtle was a revelation, certainly.

[iwannabeadragon]

Your life would be filled with a lot less disappointment if you do.

Speaking of revelations, I think I should start taking a look around so other ones won't get the best of me.

[solo_patria]

I suppose at that. But my happiness or the right thing? There seems...little enough of a choice there.

And yes, that IS a good idea. Watch for the baby turtles. They are quite large and very charming but quite enthusiastic.

[iwannabeadragon]

Always a hard question. A conscience is such a terrible thing.

[He's fairly certain his life would be so much easier without one.]

Even more turtles? Alright. I'll keep that in mind.

[solo_patria]

Very young ones at that. They DO seem to enjoy asking why. Good luck to you!

[iwannabeadragon]

Baby turtles. Asking questions.

[Have yourself a blank stare there Enjolras.]

Sure, why not. Suppose I should believe anything at this point. Thanks for the luck. I'm sure I'll need it.

[solo_patria]

Indeed. Curious baby turtles.

But they ARE friendly enough should you run into one.

[Seriously. This place is strange.]

I do hope you will survive.

[iwannabeadragon]

I've survived worse. Friendly, curious, giant baby turtles shouldn't be too much of a problem.

[Never though he'd say that before.]

[solo_patria]

[It's strange, the things that people think of as normal conversation after a few months here, it really is.]

That really IS true. They are not SO difficult at that.