[ He doesn't move a quarter, his eyes perhaps a bit brighter at this closeness. ]
Of course not. Every man and woman has different motivations and desires, unequal, but striving to reach an equilibrium. No matter the world, no matter the place, it's the same. We're all human, or at least, some degree of it.
I see, I see. It is pretty unfortunate! Why do some humans wish to make themselves more machine than not, though? I am a little curious. Is it a matter of showing off 'money' or is it a power thing?
Then simply let me know when you have the need, comrade.
[ help. ]
Well, there are those who see it as an upgrade, and those who have little choice after losing a limb or two. The bourgeoisie can afford prosthetics that are indiscernible from natural flesh to the naked eye. Doubtlessly there are some who see it as a type of power though, at least for enhancements geared with an eye towards combat.
[ Merlin will commit this to memory...remember what you have wrought, Sonya!! ]
Hmm, well when you put it like that, I can definitely see the appeal. You know, if I wasn't who I was. I find it far too scary to replace any of my limbs with anything mechanical!
...But, no matter what day and age, people really will still be people. Desiring power, monetary gains, having dreams that seem almost limitless in the scope of the universe is also human nature. Only time will tell what can be made of it, though the end result should always be something worth the trouble~
The way others perceive themselves and the world around them is fascinating to me. There are some who think they are doing well when they're barely surviving, others who think themselves important but are replaced as easily as a toothbrush, others who see think themselves a hero but take no real action.
Ah, well...I can't say it's wrong at all. If anything, it's rather flattering~
[ In his own opinion, anyway. ]
But, I don't think you're wrong either. People's perceptions of themselves oftentimes differ from what they're truly facing in reality, due to certain illusions about their own selves.
Which is a pity sometimes, though that too is a part of human nature. Even if it isn't strictly limited to humans~
[ Will you Merlin? Sonya doesn't think it'll be that easy, but he settles for his smile warming for now. ]
Closer to the latter. My hometown is an area that's frigid and desolate, which serves as a perfect barrier against monstrosities invading into the City proper.
Partially, and that the Wings have deemed my District suitable as prey.
[ This is probably the closest his voice has gotten to having any real bite in it. ]
But yes, at least it has been for quite some time. The invention of Singularities changed the world in many ways. Ah, they're technology that's capable of producing feats that aren't ordinarily within the realms of possibility. Instant regeneration, "teleportation", time manipulation, and so on.
Those rules sound awfully more arbitrary than fair.
[ He says, wondering if Sonya will fill in the blanks to back up the statement, or offer another source for this madness. ]
Singularities aren't unusual to me, but I've witnessed them capable of doing exactly the same upon human history. So it's interesting to hear of them in different worlds.
Do you think of them as hardly beneficial, then? Due to these side effects.
They're not arbitrary, but self serving. The Head and therefore the Wings, do what's in its best interest, namely, profit.
[ Human history, huh? Something else to file away for later. ]
I'm an optimist, but that doesn't mean I'm not a realist. Hands need to be bloodied in the name of change, some need to perish to invigorate the masses. It's not the sacrifice I find fault with, but the way it's unevenly applied.
I wish for a world in which everyone is equal, but to bring that to fruition, I need to dismantle the current one first.
I see, I see. That too is within human nature; hardly a glorious aspect, of course.
[ An optimist and a realist combined, but not cynical. Interesting. ]
Heroes oftentimes need to shed the blood of many to make their dreams a reality. It's only a mild consequence, after all.
[ Such words are coldly uttered, but Merlin has assisted in leveraging a ruler to the throne before. Elimination of enemies are always necessary, even in cold blood. ]
[ He smiles easily rather than acknowledge the obvious. Red stains white terribly, but if you're careful, it's nothing careful planning and a good scrubbing can't fix. ]
I'm fortunate to have many comrades. A resistance like ours is one that will need every capable pair of hands to succeed. Why do you ask?
Simple curiosity, Sonya! You can't have a movement without supporters, of course. Not that I had doubts you didn't make those kind of preparations, but this is an easier way to find out.
[ You know, instead of sneaking into his dreams. ]
Ah, well...my allies assist in ensuring that humanity doesn't come to an end. So, there's that!
[ They're definitely not Merlin's supporters. Not even really his friends. The closest one to him he mostly calls 'Master', so that's not really a friendship either.
Funny how that works. ]
As you can imagine, people in Chaldea are all aligned on the matter. The only ones who aren't for it are feral beasts who are trying to wipe out all humans because they think they're better than humans due to delusions, you know?
[ Merlin says this with a smile, but something about his words seem...strangely vindicative.
...
Solomon placed far too much trust in allowing his foolish creatures to run around. Maddening, about the idea of anyone taking pity on them, given the result. One that means he would never see someone important to him again. Even if the struggle was for humans to resolve in the end, Merlin thinks he might hate those things for it. Maybe, he should've did a bit more, even for it means it'd be for selfish reasons.
His mood is growing a little sour, though, so he thinks it's time for him to retreat. But, he is thankful to hear the other's opinion on the matter as well. ]
I'm happy we think the same. Though, that being said, I should head back, lest I make one of my room mates worry about me!
It was nice talking to you~
[ A small wave as he heads off with a little smile. ]
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mysticpowerbroker) wrote2023-05-14 11:20 am
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Sitting idle is kind of boring, so that's fair~
So is finding this resort 'fascinating'. But, do you think everyone else would agree?
[ Merlin steps forward and closer to the other male, smile clear on his face. ]
frolicks in backtag land with you
Of course not. Every man and woman has different motivations and desires, unequal, but striving to reach an equilibrium. No matter the world, no matter the place, it's the same. We're all human, or at least, some degree of it.
frolicks with
[ Merlin leans in close to the other male, reaching to see if the other will allow him to boop his nose with a single finger. ]
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Careful, you can never be too sure how empty a man's stomach is. [ With a smile. ]
Where I come from, plenty machines have human brains at their core. Assuming you mean true machines, well—I suppose not.
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You're more playful than I thought! But, don't worry. I won't assume...after all, I know what it's like to need to fulfill that hunger too~
[ ...are they even talking about the same thing. ]
Nope, not appliances, or stuff like that.
So, do machines in your world also look like humans?
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Haha, well I'll keep that in mind. [ A wink. ]
Some of them do, but that's usually a matter of cost rather than feasibility.
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Is he encountering another man of culture over here? ]
Oh?
[ Merlin's expression turns somewhere between cheeky and pleased at the same time. As for the other part of the conversation, he ventures an ask: ]
A matter of cost? Monetary value, or is it something else instead?
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Perhaps we can sate our hungers together, one day~. [ ✨ ]
Monetary, unfortunately. I dislike money and all that comes with it, but it is what keeps the world turning—at least currently.
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I'd be all for that, of course~
[ Hecking crying, who let these two talk... ]
I see, I see. It is pretty unfortunate! Why do some humans wish to make themselves more machine than not, though? I am a little curious. Is it a matter of showing off 'money' or is it a power thing?
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[ help. ]
Well, there are those who see it as an upgrade, and those who have little choice after losing a limb or two. The bourgeoisie can afford prosthetics that are indiscernible from natural flesh to the naked eye. Doubtlessly there are some who see it as a type of power though, at least for enhancements geared with an eye towards combat.
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[ Merlin will commit this to memory...remember what you have wrought, Sonya!! ]
Hmm, well when you put it like that, I can definitely see the appeal. You know, if I wasn't who I was. I find it far too scary to replace any of my limbs with anything mechanical!
...But, no matter what day and age, people really will still be people. Desiring power, monetary gains, having dreams that seem almost limitless in the scope of the universe is also human nature. Only time will tell what can be made of it, though the end result should always be something worth the trouble~
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And who is it, that you are, Merlin?
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Jokes aside, he's a little caught off guard, even as he answers: ]
Huh? I'm me.
Where did that question come from?
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[ That's half of it, at least. ]
The way others perceive themselves and the world around them is fascinating to me. There are some who think they are doing well when they're barely surviving, others who think themselves important but are replaced as easily as a toothbrush, others who see think themselves a hero but take no real action.
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[ In his own opinion, anyway. ]
But, I don't think you're wrong either. People's perceptions of themselves oftentimes differ from what they're truly facing in reality, due to certain illusions about their own selves.
Which is a pity sometimes, though that too is a part of human nature. Even if it isn't strictly limited to humans~
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[ Sorry they're just here now. ]
I can't say I have much experience with true non-human beings, monsters aside. But I'm willing to learn~.
[ Monsters is putting it lightly since gazes at Limbus Company. ]
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[ Merlin just laughs, the sound airy and amused. Merlin will take his compliments where he can get them, thankies. ]
Oh? You made friends with monsters back home? Or were they simple trouble-makers?
[ People might think of him as a monster. Half-incubus, half-human...a veritable freak of nature. ]</small.
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Closer to the latter. My hometown is an area that's frigid and desolate, which serves as a perfect barrier against monstrosities invading into the City proper.
NOT MY LITTLE HTML FAIL...it's ok tho
Yikes! Rabid beasts don't like the cold though, hm?
Has it always been like that? Your world being full of monsters, you know?
pats
[ This is probably the closest his voice has gotten to having any real bite in it. ]
But yes, at least it has been for quite some time. The invention of Singularities changed the world in many ways. Ah, they're technology that's capable of producing feats that aren't ordinarily within the realms of possibility. Instant regeneration, "teleportation", time manipulation, and so on.
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[ He certainly hears the bite enter into Sonya's tone, and well then! That's interesting...
...
Singularities, huh. ]
Ah, Singularities also introduced these monsters, then? Is the implication I'm getting here! Whether created them or somehow let them in...
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[ A slight incline of his head. ]
Yes, you can imagine such power comes with side effects, meant or not.
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[ He says, wondering if Sonya will fill in the blanks to back up the statement, or offer another source for this madness. ]
Singularities aren't unusual to me, but I've witnessed them capable of doing exactly the same upon human history. So it's interesting to hear of them in different worlds.
Do you think of them as hardly beneficial, then? Due to these side effects.
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They're not arbitrary, but self serving. The Head and therefore the Wings, do what's in its best interest, namely, profit.
[ Human history, huh? Something else to file away for later. ]
I'm an optimist, but that doesn't mean I'm not a realist. Hands need to be bloodied in the name of change, some need to perish to invigorate the masses. It's not the sacrifice I find fault with, but the way it's unevenly applied.
I wish for a world in which everyone is equal, but to bring that to fruition, I need to dismantle the current one first.
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[ An optimist and a realist combined, but not cynical. Interesting. ]
Heroes oftentimes need to shed the blood of many to make their dreams a reality. It's only a mild consequence, after all.
[ Such words are coldly uttered, but Merlin has assisted in leveraging a ruler to the throne before. Elimination of enemies are always necessary, even in cold blood. ]
Are you alone in pursuing your goal?
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I'm fortunate to have many comrades. A resistance like ours is one that will need every capable pair of hands to succeed. Why do you ask?
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Simple curiosity, Sonya! You can't have a movement without supporters, of course. Not that I had doubts you didn't make those kind of preparations, but this is an easier way to find out.
[ You know, instead of sneaking into his dreams. ]
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[ He's thinking less supporters and more comrades/friends. ]
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Ah, well...my allies assist in ensuring that humanity doesn't come to an end. So, there's that!
[ They're definitely not Merlin's supporters. Not even really his friends. The closest one to him he mostly calls 'Master', so that's not really a friendship either.
Funny how that works. ]
As you can imagine, people in Chaldea are all aligned on the matter. The only ones who aren't for it are feral beasts who are trying to wipe out all humans because they think they're better than humans due to delusions, you know?
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[ He smiles in earnest support. ]
Beasts will always be beasts, but there will always be beast tamers to put them in their place.
fgo spoilers for anyone reading later on, i guess...
[ Merlin says this with a smile, but something about his words seem...strangely vindicative.
...
Solomon placed far too much trust in allowing his foolish creatures to run around. Maddening, about the idea of anyone taking pity on them, given the result. One that means he would never see someone important to him again. Even if the struggle was for humans to resolve in the end, Merlin thinks he might hate those things for it. Maybe, he should've did a bit more, even for it means it'd be for selfish reasons.
His mood is growing a little sour, though, so he thinks it's time for him to retreat. But, he is thankful to hear the other's opinion on the matter as well. ]
I'm happy we think the same. Though, that being said, I should head back, lest I make one of my room mates worry about me!
It was nice talking to you~
[ A small wave as he heads off with a little smile. ]