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Post by hewylewis on Jun 18, 2008 10:41:27 GMT -5
Crane was busy swatting away many daggers when he heard a knocking at the door. He turned to Mantis, who was training beside him. "Hey Mantis," he said. "Someone's at the door."
"Then why don't you go answer it," Mantis asked.
"Alright fine." Crane then flew towards the door and opened it. He was amased when he saw the tall tiger warrior standing in front of him. "Um, we're kinda busy training here. Can I help you?"
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Post by Jiang on Jun 18, 2008 10:45:38 GMT -5
Jiang managed a very small smile when the massive door crept open. He bowed his head in greetings, then looked up at Master Crane. "I am Battle-Master Jiang. I've been traveling for a long while, and I am in need of a place to rest for a day." He replied calmly, looking down at the Crane. "I would request that I be allowed to rest here, so that I can regain my strength."
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Post by hewylewis on Jun 18, 2008 19:08:26 GMT -5
"Oh, okay," said Crane. "Just follow me and I'll introduce you to the other four and Master Shifu."
"Who is it?" cried Mantis.
"Just some warrior who wants to rest here for a while." Crane then turned back to Jiang. "Don't mind Mantis, he's a bit suspicious of strangers. Maybe Tigress would like you. Come on in."
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Post by Jiang on Jun 18, 2008 19:13:21 GMT -5
Jiang smiled faintly and nodded. "In these times, that is not always a bad trait." He replied. "Of course, that is my own opinion." He quickly added, unsure of whether or not that opinion would insult the teachings of these Warrior's Master. He stepped inside after Crane, than paused a moment to look around. It was a impressive site, this temple, but not quite as big as his former home. He took a moment to dispel that line of thought from his mind, then followed after Crane.
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Post by *~LK17~SimbasMate~* on Jun 19, 2008 14:52:29 GMT -5
soory i wasnt rping im just reading it to catch on:)
Arsalan, and Simba were practicing fighting far in a feild. Ahadi was watching and telling them what to do and how to aim.
Writers block..
sorry i never watched it before so i dont now what its about..
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Post by hewylewis on Jun 19, 2008 19:11:05 GMT -5
We are not in Africa yet. We'll ignore your post
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Post by Vitani on Jun 20, 2008 3:58:03 GMT -5
Master Tigress completed her exercise the moment an unfamiliar voice travelled across the training ground to her ears. She straightened out of her stance with a settling flick of her tail and regarded the newcomer being led by Master Crane with an emotionless albeit curious stare. "Another stranger in the temple?" She asked herself, tilting her head and lidding her eyes while her arms crossed in front of her chest. She remembered what happened the last time a stranger came to the Jade Palace. In fact, he was probably off stuffing his face somewhere. Again. Her observation continued in silence, purposely listening to the modest conversation being held between the stranger and her companion, knowing that she would most likely not go unnoticed, standing plainly in the sun off to the side of the arena.
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Post by hewylewis on Jun 20, 2008 7:35:59 GMT -5
Soon, Crane and the stranger walked up to her. "Master Tigress," said Crane, bowing. He then pointed to the stranger. "This is Jiang. He says he's a warrior. He wishes to stay for a while."
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Post by Vitani on Jun 20, 2008 7:43:23 GMT -5
Tigress straightened and mimicked the honorable bow presented to her by Crane. Upon completion, her suspicious eyes targeted Jiang without regarding her friend. Reluctantly, she offered him a bow in honored greeting as well. "I am known as Master Tigress," she introduced to the other, her voice casual and void of emotion, much like the expression on her face. "It is an honor to meet you, Jiang, though I cannot say if Master Shifu will be allowing visitors." That the other was introduced as a warrior, however, sparks her intrigue. "From where do you travel, if I may ask?"
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Post by Jiang on Jun 20, 2008 7:48:30 GMT -5
Jiang bowed in respect to Master Tigress, remaining silent as Crane spoke. He stood tall after Crane finished speaking, and as Tigress spoke. He paused for a moment when she asked of where he was from. He wasn't entirely sure if it would be wise to reveal that, but he decided that honesty was, as always, the best path. "I hail from the Kim-Sung Valley. I'm a student of Master Yi-Shan." He replied. "And it is no matter if I am not allowed to stay. If I must, I'll simply move on without stopping." He added, smiling very faintly at Tigress.
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Post by Vitani on Jun 20, 2008 8:10:33 GMT -5
Her arms crossed, embracing in front of her chest again, though this time more casually than before. "I have not visited the Kim-Sung Valley," she responds, "but I am not known for much travel. Until Master Shifu decides if you can stay, you are welcome." An ear preceeds her eyes swivelling toward the sound of pots and pans clattering to the floor of the nearby hut, followed by a quickly spoken array of apologies. Tigress rolls her eyes and sighs softly. "Just beware the panda, Master Po," she warns dryly. "His mind may not be properly connected in his head, but his mastery of Kung Fu is legendary. I do not know if you have heard the story behind the Valley of Peace, but he singlehandedly returned honor to this valley by defeating the deadly Tai Lung."
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Post by Jiang on Jun 20, 2008 8:21:35 GMT -5
Jiang c0cked his head slightly as he digested the information. 'A Panda actually managed to defeat a rival warrior? Hmph, probaby sat on his enemie's head and squished him.' He thought to himself amusedly. He went back to the subject of the Kim-Sung Valley for a moment, since speaking about oversized Panda's didn't exactly appeal to him. "I'm afraid the Kim-Sung valley isn't much to look at anymore. The Village is still there, but the Temple and Sanctuary was razed to the ground several years ago in a battle over some scroll." He sighed, shrugging slightly as he said 'scroll'. He paused a moment, then asked "Who is this Tai Lung you mentioned? I'm not very familiar with the Villians of this region of China."
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Post by Vitani on Jun 20, 2008 8:35:16 GMT -5
She felt the fur on the back of her neck bristle at the very thought of speaking about the infamous leopard. With a quiet sigh and her eyes turning toward the Jade Palace, she visibly relaxed. This visitor didn't seem that bad. "Tai Lung used to be a student here under Master Shifu," she explained, motioning with her head for Jiang to follow her before turning toward the steps that led to the massive, intricately decorated doors of the palace while she spoke. "He was once regarded as the greatest fighter. He studied the Thousand Scrolls written by Master Oogway; scrolls that hold the martial and spiritual secrets of Kung Fu. He mastered them under the precedence that he was to be chosen the Dragon Warrior of legend. When the time came, though, Master Oogway denied him the title and kept the Dragon Scroll from him. He went mad with rage and laid waste to the Valley of Peace." She opened the doors to the palace. The sound of the heavy entrance echoed inside the Hall of Heroes. Her voice did the same. "Master Oogway and Master Shifu were able to defeat him," she continued, "and he was imprisoned at Chor Gohm Prison for twenty years before he escaped." She stopped before the Moon Pool and the Thousand Scrolls that resided behind it, each settled neatly upon shelves. "He came back to get his revenge and the Dragon Scroll. I faced him... we all faced him, and failed. Master Po was the only one who managed to defeat him."
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Post by Jiang on Jun 20, 2008 8:48:55 GMT -5
Jiang listened to Master Tigress with rapt attention, commiting everything she said about this 'Tai Lung' to memory. His eyes wandered about the Hall of Heroes as she led him to the Moon Pool. He looked over it at the Thousand Scrolls, wondering for a moment what secrets they held. Jiang, though a master in title, was still a student at heart. He was always eager to learn a new skill, or to study a new chapter in history. It was his way of bettering himself. And he found this information about Tai Lung fascinating. "Thank you for teaching me that, Master Tigress." He said softly, looking up at the Dragon Scroll's perch inquistively. He pondered for a moment why a Warrior would abandon everything, even his Master, to pursue something as fleeting and unsatisfying as power and revenge. He couldn't say anything about the power part, but he knew that Revenge was a fool's errand from his own personal experience. His attempt to gain revenge on a old enemy resulted in him being hospitalized for a month.
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Post by Vitani on Jun 20, 2008 8:58:40 GMT -5
Tigress nodded once in silent response to the others' thanks, her own eyes looking up at the Dragon Scroll as well. That she and her friends had failed in battle against Tai Lung still haunts her, and it is that motivation which fuels her intensity to train harder than ever before. A flick of her ear later and she guides her eyes to the other tiger accompanying her. "What about you?" She asks. "Is there some story behind your name? What brings you away from your home?"
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Post by Jiang on Jun 20, 2008 9:07:51 GMT -5
Jiang sighed and looked over at Tigress, a sad frown on his face. "Yes, there is a bit of a tale behind my coming here." He replied softly. "Eight years ago, just after I had been granted the title of Battle Master, one of my brother warriors was accused of stealing a scroll from another sanctuary. Master Yi-Shan defended the warrior, who was innocent, against the Masters of the other sanctuaries in a court of law. After several months of them refusing to back down or hear the other side of the story, Yi Shan refused to acknowledge their authority over him and his warriors. About a week later, the Masters sent a army of one hundred of their best Warriors to our valley. Me and five of my closest friends went to Devil's Pass, where we managed to hold off the army for the better part of a day while Master Yi-Shan evacuated the Sanctuary." Jiang said quietly.
He took a moment, then continued. "I don't know if the Master succeded or not, though... My friends were killed off one by one, until only I was left. I held the enemy off as long as I could, but... I was knocked cold and captured. The enemy army raised the sanctuary, and slaughtered any warrior they found still in the valley. I was tortured for information, but they had mercy on my and released me after I told them nothing. I came here, because the village in my home valley greeted me with a hail of rocks when I sought refuge with them." He finished, his voice fairly calm and controlled, though you could tell by his eyes that his past still haunted him, still hurt him.
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Post by hewylewis on Jun 20, 2008 9:21:00 GMT -5
Mantis hopped onto Jiang's arm and said, "Master Shifu will see you now."
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Post by Vitani on Jun 20, 2008 9:24:24 GMT -5
(( last post from me for the night, then I gotta go! ))
Master Tigress watches him while he speaks, listening to his tale. When he is finished, she slides her gaze back to the Moon Pool. "It is said that the strongest warriors are forged from the hottest fires," she says softly. "I am sure Master Shifu will allow you to stay as you need to. It might be interesting to train alongside a new companion." She turns to him and bows respectfully. "I must attend to some things," she says. "Make yourself at home. If you are hungry, Master Po is, no doubt, cooking something. The training hall is open to you if you wish." A half smirk tugs the corner of her muzzle. "I look forward to seeing what you can do. Until next time, Jiang." She turns and steps toward the door, her bare paws making no sound on the smooth floor.
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Post by Jiang on Jun 20, 2008 9:27:46 GMT -5
Jiang bowed deep in respect and gratitude to Tigress, then he looked at Mantis, perched upon his arm. "All right. Thanks." He said, managing to give the pint-sized master a small smile. He turned and left the Hall of Heroes, then paused. "Just point me in the right direction." [Last post for now until sometime Sunday Evening. Going camping. Have fun!]
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Post by ~*EtVL*~Jadena on Jun 20, 2008 12:39:52 GMT -5
(Could i please be Tai Lung. I know you said you were going to be him Hewylewis but i thought since you hadn't posted with him yet that i could maybe play him. If not thats fine.)
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