I Met Her In The Shadows

Sashi · May 31, 2016

Suddenly Live went from looking merely odd to turning into a being that was nearly all shadow. The difference was mesmerizing; her hair blended into the night sky as her skin darkened. Her eyes became all-consuming black holes; Wakanda felt she could see right through her head if she examined them close enough. So it seemed whatever she was, she was more darkness than human. However, it was still hard to say her exact species. This would be something she would have to consult her books for. It was an interesting subject for another time. Then again, perhaps this was the perfect time to discuss such matters.

The other shadows wiggled in the night as they kept having access to Wakanda's magic. It's not like she could close it off anyway; whenever she connected to someone or something able to use magic, the transfer would occur even if she didn't want it to. All she could do was try and sever the connection by not touching the person, being, or object. To be honest, it was quite inconvenient. It was something that bothered her for many years and felt that she could really do nothing about it. She wanted to be able to use her own magic to at least defend herself, but that seemed impossible.

The odd magic battery girl shook her head as the other girl asked if she had any way of defending herself. She did not; this was the risk she took every time she left the house. It was a risk her parents rather she didn't take or bother with, but she could care less at this point. She couldn't allow herself to be locked up within a gilded cage even if it was for her own good. She desired freedom, and she was willing to risk danger in order to seize it.

"If I were to run into trouble right now, I would be in a dilemma. I have not found a way to harness my magic, and my family prefers to lock me up tight within the mansion rather than give me any form of help."

An exasperated sigh escaped her lips. Her tone was quite bitter.

"My only desire is to be free from my fine prison, but that involves sneaking out whenever I wish to go somewhere. Not ideal, and definitely dangerous, but oh well."

She seemed oddly dismissive and unconcerned about the fact that she could find herself in real trouble within the outside world. Her magic reserve brought nasty consequences, but she had been fortunate enough to avoid them for this long. It was hard to say when her luck would run out.

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beloved · May 31, 2016

Live's eyes narrowed further as the girl spoke. Her's was not a position Live would want to be in and she was quite grateful that her abilities provided much protection. Although, even that sometimes back fired when the shadows took on a life of their own and rushed to Live's aid whether it was wanted or not. Thankfully, that didn't happen often but it was up to Live to control herself so it wouldn't occur.

The word mansion caught Live's attention though, and a brow raised as she moved a bit closer to the girl, half circling her as she examined the power she was being fed. She probably could have shut off her abilities but she would do that in a moment. She wanted all the information she could get first and the best way to do that was through experience.

"Ahh.. Your one of those kids with an overbearing family." Live said with a shake of her head. "Unfortunate. Someone like you needs to get out in the world. Only way you're gonna figure out how to use all that energy yah go there." While Live was a big connoisseur for knowledge and information, she knew that book smarts would only get you so far. You could read all you wanted on how to drive a car but until you actually got out there and drove it, you weren't going anywhere.

"Hey, I know the feeling, babe." She said using the form of endearment almost sarcastically, "I'm a Shadow Walker and this physical plane doesn't suit me in the slightest. I'd much rather be living in the spirit world where these babies come from." She drew up her arms at this moment and the shadows moved with her. They pulled themselves up and around, swirling like thick black smoke. She pushed them up into the night sky and they danced into the air, blocking out what few stars could be seen.

The girl took in a deep breath, relishing in the darkness around her and the flow of energy coming from the girl. It may be have been the most liberating and cleansing thing she had experience. After a moment of this, she brought her arms down and the shadows retreated all the way back to the ground, where they seemed to soak back into the earth and the darkness beneath their feet. Her form shifted back to human as she her abilities "turned off" and she disconnected from Wakanda's magic. She still felt rejuvenated though, as if the power had been able to absorb into her cells giving her a bit of new life.

"Well, thanks for that." She said dryly with a bit of sarcasm but genuine gratitude.

She began to move towards her clothes, "Life is dangerous in general darlin'. You're statistically more likely to be killed by a family member than by a stranger. Though I doubt telling that to your 'rents would get them to let you out more.." She grabbed a pair of black sweat pants and started pulling them on.

Sashi · Jul 27, 2016

Overbearing was right. It might have even been an understatement. Okay, now that possibly was a bit overdramatic, but the Voltaic family was highly protective over their powerful daughter. The leash became a method of choking Wakanda. As much as she contemplated ending her life, she couldn't help but repeatedly cut the rope so she could escape into the world. There was still a glimmer of hope left within her being. This hope was that she could find her calling so that she could stop being a wanderer. Though it didn't quite register now, there was a chance this meeting could change everything.

"When did I become babe?"

A bemused smile crossed the witch's face. She was not offended, just amused. Her fingers ran through her purplish black hair. It seemed that her reserves kept feeding the shadows. Was she being tested? The girl wondered if she was really all that interesting. Were her "powers" worth experimenting with? She didn't consider her energy well a power necessarily. It was more a power source than an actual power. Dwelling a little further, some had interest in studying sources. The world had scientists and mages. What category did Live fall under?

"I imagine that you've considered going to that world.....but for whatever reason you have not."

How hard was it to enter the realm? Did portals for it exist? How could one breach its boundaries? These were questions that came to mind, but did the shadow walker really have an answer? If it were that easy, then she probably would've world hopped already. There was something preventing her from moving, and Wakanda couldn't help but be curious. Forget about her own problems, she was much more interested in this woman's dilemma. Her eyes closed as Live shut off her powers.

"Is danger what is offered to those that try to go to the Spirit World? Because transiting worlds is far more intriguing than helicopter parents."

She felt compelled to further this line of questioning. It would be better than wasting time whining about her incompetence as a witch.

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beloved · Jul 27, 2016

Live wasn't really sure why she called people babe, she just did. It was probably a condensing or sarcastic type of thing and a way to distance herself from people. I mean, not many girls walked around just calling people babe.

No one had ever really called her on her little "pet names" before though and so she just shrugged, "Well, aren't you?" She said throwing the ball back into the girls court. Was Live flirting? Eh, yes and no. More than anything she was just awkwardly trying to keep a connection with the girl in front of her, however Wakanda seemed more than engaged with her.

"It's complicated..." Live said as she finished pulling on her pants. As the girl expressed more interest, even hinting that a visit to the spirit world was something she would want to embark on, Live grabbed her shirt from where it hung but paused.

"Depends on what realm of the Spirit World you are going to. The Spirit World exists on a different plane from the physical plane in which our bodies currently occupy however, the Spirit World can still interact with our world. You saw that just now with the shadows I was controlling, though in an indirect sort of way. The shadows themselves exist here physically but my ability to control them comes from the Shadow Realm." She paused monetarily to pull her shirt on over her head before continuing as she pulled her arms through the sleeves.

"Entering the Spirit World can range from being totally harmless to deadly. It all depends on what realm you are trying to get into, the means by which you are entering, and the condition of your soul." She was now dressed in black from head to toe and almost seemed to disappear into the surrounding area.

"However, no matter where you are going or what method you choose to enter, one thing must happen. You're soul must be able to exit your body in some way, shape or form. Even if your physical body enters the spirit world as well, there must be some distinct separation of body and soul." She sighed, leaning back against the tree she had been hanging her clothes on, clearly displeased with the conclusion her own words brought. "My soul, while it originated from the Shadow Realm, is firmly planted within my body. It all has to do with the conditions of being a Walker which are the complicated part... But long story short, while I can temporarily enter parts of the Shadow Realm through very specific portals created by high ranking demons of the royal class that allow my physical body to exist in the realm for some time, I cannot detach my soul from my body and enter The Dark, the area of the Shadow Realm that I originate from."

She exhaled, "At least, that's what I've been able to find out so far from my research at the school. Information on Walker's is limited to say the least."

Sashi · Aug 2, 2016

Wakanda chuckled lightly. Well babe did mean female, and she was female. However, she failed to see herself as attractive; she had a little too much self-loathing for that. Her eyes maintained contact as she listened to Live. The Spirit World had a somewhat complicated set of rules for entering and exiting it seemed. She thought back to her reading materials, wondering if any of her many books addressed the subject. She didn't recall the term Shadow Walker, but she remembered a thing or two about a Spirit World. If it was the same one was the real question. Additionally perhaps the dimensional travel magic books would be of some use.

"I see..."

Her curiosity is what mainly drove the girl to want to help the shade walker. Perhaps she could at least help one person find comfort, even if it was in a different world. Having no purpose and very little will of her own, she mostly did as she felt. This was another situation like that. After a brief spacing out session, a sigh brought her back to reality. Ah yes, she should probably explain her thinking. That would help immensely. After all, Live mentioned nothing about mind reading abilities. Her gaze returned to her conversation partner.

"Well, thanks to my family's wealth, I happen to have a personal library that might do you some good. I perhaps even have an idea of where to check."

A small smirk spread on her face.

"After all, it is your desire to go to the Spirit World, is it not? Might as well try."

How peculiar of a situation.....

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beloved · Aug 17, 2016

Entering the Spirit World wasn't terribly complicated; all you really needed to know was how to get in and the ability to get in. However, since Live lacked the ability to get in she spent a lot of time looking up the specifics of how to get in, in hopes of some loophole. None was yet to found.

Most of what she knew was book knowledge but she tried out what she knew when given the opportunity; and it looked like the universe had just served her up a big one in the form of power battery and new library for research.

Live's eyes lit up but she tried her best to contain her excitement as she responded; she couldn't give away that she felt emotions or anything silly like that.

"Yeah. I guess you could say it's like my life dream or something." She tried to sound sarcastic but the words were painfully truthful.

She paused for a second, her brow furrowing, "But...I must ask..." She said taking a couple steps closer, "Why do you want to help me? Do you offer up your family's riches to all the strangers you meet out here?"

Sashi · Aug 21, 2016

"Passion..."

She uttered a single word. While it made sense in her mind, it probably didn't make the same sort of sense outwardly. Her mind spaced out mid-conversation. It went on a tangent over the concept of passion. Passion served as a drive for many endeavors; it brought people towards their goals and kept them fighting. Life was an arduous journey, but motivation lend strength for beings to carry on. The reasoning could be superficial or deep, but ultimately passion went along hand-in-hand with motivation.

"You clearly have passion for this project. There is no reason why I shouldn't grant you the opportunity to complete it."

A foreboding wind took the witch by surprise; the coldness of it caused her to shiver as it passed by. She knew not what it was triggered by; she was also unaware of the future consequences in store. Could anyone have possibly seen this coming?

"This isn't a normal occurrence. In truth, this is fueled by my wants as well. I have no passion to speak of."

She could've given a specious reason for offering her support, but Wakanda was generally the honest, straightforward type unless she was purposefully misleading people. This was not the case with Live. She felt an odd sense of sympathy for the shadow walker that not even she could fully explain yet. Perhaps her services could do at least one person good.

"So if you let me help you further your studies, then I would greatly appreciate it."

A curtsy was offered to the young woman. It was an honorific motion meant to also level the playing field. After all, there shouldn't have been a disproportionate amount of respect given to Wakanda simply because she was of a social class high enough to fund Live. At least that's how the magician felt. Ultimately the choice was up to the walker.

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beloved · Aug 22, 2016

She was silent while the girl spoke, taking in her words. Passion wasn't something Live felt she had a lot of, at least not until coming to Starlight. Her only passion had been shadows and demons but even that was more a distraction from her lack of passion for life in general. She had been in a very dark place until that letter came. Even still, she preferred to live in the dark but at least now she didn't have to hide it.

It seemed like this woman was some kind of fairy god mother at the moment. Showing up out of no where, full of magic power, and offering to help Live with her deepest desires. It almost seemed to good to be true; she doubted if this girls words were truthful but she couldn't sense any major misleadings, nor could she fathom why the girl would lie nor why she would want to help either. Overall, it was a very confusing and surprising situation.

She didn't respond for a few moments after the girl had curtsied. She crossed her arm across her body and brought the other hand up to her face to lightly rub her lips in thought.

At first she had thought of manipulating the girl into letting her have access to her magic power but now she was offering up her library for research just like that. She couldn't let that opportunity pass her by. Maybe she wouldn't even need to use the girls power depending on what she found out from her library. There were so many variables though Live felt like there was no way to really know for sure....

"Alright. I suppose I could use the assistance."

Guess the only way to know for sure was to let things play themselves out.

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I Met Her In The Shadows

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