first contract ❧ ( video )

[deistic]

[ It's been some time since Madoka's been here. Her first day here was pretty crazy so she's mostly been getting used to the area, her guild, and... Well, basically being stuck in an entirely new world without her friends and family.

So when the feed turns on, she can't help but peer in the jewel a bit shyly. ]

H-Hello. My name is Madoka Kaname. Um, I just wanted to introduce myself to anyone I haven't talked to yet. [ Which is a lot. ] A-And I wanted to ask if anyone's seen anyone named Sayaka Miki around. Or Homura Akemi...

[ Even if Homura made her a bit nervous at times, she still considered her a friend. She wasn't sure if she should ask for Mami. How do you ask someone if they've seen a dead person? ]

If anyone from Mitakihara Town is here, I'd like to know... [ That's all, really. At first, she's ready to disconnect, but something else comes to mind. ]

I'd like to get stronger. I-I can't really do much but I want to help people. S-So if there's anything I can do...

[ Her voice trails off, and she quickly disconnects. ]

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[orderispeace]

If you have already decided that you are unable to do much to help then you will never be able to get stronger.

[This was spoken as a harsh truth. Haytham saw no reason to mince words. ]

First you need to decide that you can do something. Strength will follow after that.

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[deistic]

[ -- Ah, he does have a point. She needed to stop being so down on herself. But she wasn't anything special like that. ]

I'm sorry. I guess I was always taught that being strong meant you could fight and be brave and defend yourself. I guess there's more to it...

I-I think I can help people, I just wanna know what I can do. [ She taps her chin, mostly muttering to herself. ] I know some first-aid, s-so maybe I could help with injuries...

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[dogtag]

so train and get stronger

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[deistic]

But where do I start?

[incendiarism]

How are you supposed to help people when you can't even tell whether or not your allies are here? What if one of your enemies shows up and finds you while you're still weak?

[Rude and blunt, but he thinks he has a point. He tilts his head and gestures with one hand at Madoka.]

You should make sure that you can protect yourself, before you go offering things like help to other people!

[deistic]

I don't think I have enemies...

[ ... Well, enemies that aren't mindless witches. And Witches aren't here. Maybe. That Kyoko girl was malicious but she wouldn't actually attack Madoka if she was here, right? ]

I'll be careful! I-I mean, for now I'll just have to do non-threatening things to help out, until I'm stronger. It's best to start out small, right?

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[wheeloffire]

A good afternoon to you, Miss Madoka! Frodo Baggins is my name. [ She seems like a nice lass! He smiles in the feed, and bows his head.

If he knew how she felt, he could probably relate. Not in the aspect of being alone, but not using such devices as often as some others! ]

Though I am afraid I have not heard of those whom you speak. I must apologize...though, if I may hear of them, I shall be sure to tell you the word.

[ He thinks for a moment... ] Though there is nothing I need help with, is there anything we may help you with, miss?

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[deistic]

G-Good afternoon, Baggins-san! [ She bows her head as well, a small smile on her face. He seemed kind. ]

I see... [ She looks down a bit but quickly tries to brighten up. ] Thank you! I-I'm sure they're safe... I just can't help but worry a bit.

Ah, I-I don't need any help right now! B-But thank you for asking.

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[assiduous]

[ omg these people are dicks aren't they? ]

Sorry, Madoka, I haven't seen anyone like that. [ a little pause, and then, ]

Which guild did you end up choosing? [ she's pretty small, so he's hoping it's not one of the fighting guilds... though since he hasn't seen her around the mages guild, he has no idea where... ]

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[deistic]

Mn, it's fine Mako. It looks like they're not here yet.

Oh, I chose the Archer's guild. What about you?

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[hasavision]

Hmm... I haven't met anyone with those names, but I can keep a look out for them! Could you tell me a little about what they look like?

[Maybe they were around but hadn't joined a guild, and therefore hadn't gotten a gemstone to allow these communications...? It's possible. Plus, this girl just looks like she's feeling kind of lonely without her friends, something which Wataru can totally relate to.]

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[deistic]

Sayaka-chan is a girl with short blue hair and she's very energetic! And Homura-chan is a girl with black hair. She's very mysterious.

[ She taps her chin. What else... ]

They should be wearing a uniform like mine.

[lovesmash]

Even if you aren't physically strong, having a strong heart and continuing to care about your friends makes you plenty powerful.

[deistic]

Really...? You think so?

[ She never saw it that way. It sounds like something her mom would say, to be honest. Not that it was a bad thing; Madoka looked up to her mom. ]

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[afrozendance]

... I don't think I've met anyone by these names in my guild, Dame Madoka. My apologies.

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[deistic]

O-Oh, it's fine... It looks like they're not here yet.

I'll wait for them, if they do come here.

[pathseeker]

And what sort of help are you offering, exactly?

[deistic]

J-Just some basic things, I guess. Small errands, have a chat with someone if they're feeling lonely... Stuff like that.

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[conquistador]

What do you mean by becoming stronger?

( Since "stronger" can mean a lot of things. He sounds genuinely curious! Wanting to become stronger or better for the sake of yourself and others is an admirable trait and Spain can admire it. )

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[deistic]

Um... W-Well, physically stronger I guess.

[ She needs to work on being a bit more braver as well, to her at least. ]

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[shizzy]

There's plenty ways to be useful without bein' strong.

[ He's glad to be rid of his own freakish strength for a while. Life is a little easier when his hair-trigger temper isn't backed up by the ability to tear through concrete like paper. ]

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[deistic]

[ oh god who is this slightly intimidating male-- ]

I-I guess...

B-But what if I have to save someone?! L-Leaving them behind just wouldn't be right. [ She's about to go on, but she realizes yelling at this guy isn't polite. ]

I'm sorry...

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[pits]

Yo, Madoka. [ Bart's just idly staring down at the feed, one arm propped up under his chin. For once he's not in his superhero costume......... ] Stronger, huh? What kinda strong?

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[deistic]

Y-Yo...? I-I mean, hello!

[ she can be hip too. ]

I-I guess physically for now... In case I have to save someone.

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[chittybang]

[OH HEY ROOMMATE. Behind Asami is a vast expanse of cucumbers, because that's her assigned task for the day. Watching the cucumbers.

She's pretty bored.]

I'm so sorry, I haven't seen anyone who goes by those names... [But, well, she hasn't asked everyone's names either. More importantly:] Are you holding up okay, Madoka?

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[deistic]

[ hey roomie. nice job you picked up. ]

A-Ah, that's what I've been hearing. [ At first, she seemed sad but she tries her best to brighten up! ] I-I'll keep looking for them! I just can't help but worry about them.

Um... I've been holding up well. A lot of people have been nice to me, so that's good... How are you holding up?