The Return of the Bard [accidental video]

[melodiesoflute.livejournal.com]

[ Water.

There was water everywhere, even upon the screen of this misplaced Skyphone.

Droplets of water slithered down his shaky palms as he thrashed about within these shallow but icy pools for a minute or so. Uncertain as to what sort of fate has befallen upon him now, the unlucky fellow paused once he recognized the swampy surroundings.]

P-Pinnacle Rocks?!

[The shock was clearly evident within the bard’s tone, even if he was barely seen within the video.]

This is—Gaia! I’m…what happened to me?

[Falling quiet for a moment or two, only the bard’s shaky breaths could be heard as he searched within the waters for his lyre. For those watching, one might notice how something amidst here. Edward looked haggard, fatigued even, almost as if he hasn’t slept for a thousand or so nights. Besides his sleepless appearance, the bard was dressed oddly within peculiar robes that possessed a neon-blue glow.

It seems that wherever Fate whisked Edward off too wasn’t a friendly one, especially since he possessed a few ugly bruises upon his wrists and hands.]

Oh, where did it go?!

[Still thrashing about within the water, Edward finally stops once he spots a glimmer of gold nearby.]

My lyre!

[He hastily snatches it out of the water.]

Thank the heavens! I hope the strings aren’t too soggy…


[ooc: Similar to Ondore's re-intro, the bard was taken to another world. But unlike Ondore...he wasn't returned to his native realm. Have fun with this FFXIII cast.]

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[Video]

[trinitycrusades.livejournal.com]

[It's just as odd for Cecil to see his friend younger than him instead of older. No matter how many times he sees it, he isn't sure he'll get used to it.]

It is -- I can explain in a moment. More importantly, what happened to you? Where have you been? You look terrible.

[Video]

[melodiesoflute.livejournal.com]

[Such concern, Edward couldn't help but chuckle.]

Worry not, I'm well! I'm just...a tad cold, but I'll survive. Tell me, have you announced your return yet to Gaia, Cecil?

[Video]

[trinitycrusades.livejournal.com]

Nothing officially. I was not aware my arrival in this world would warrant such an announcement.

[That, and catching up with matters on Troia has taken up too much attention to think of much else. Ceodore and Ursula did a good job, but so much is left to be done.]

[Video]

[melodiesoflute.livejournal.com]

Do not fret, I am certain news of your arrival already reached the ears of others upon the High Council.

They'll be very eager to meet with you again, friend.

[Video]

[trinitycrusades.livejournal.com]

As I am eager to meet them. There is much to be discussed, particularly as I do not recall my previous stay here.

[Video]

[melodiesoflute.livejournal.com]

[He hadn't expected Cecil to return to Gaia with his memories intact, but Edward was certainly glad that he did. Forgetting Penelo would have left such a hole in his heart.]

I'm quite sure they'll tell you everything you need to know.

Troia has been faced with so much discord as of lately. From what I last remember, it was Ceodore and Urusla who cared for the kingdom.

[Video]

[trinitycrusades.livejournal.com]

So I hope. Are you on the council, Edward?

[Cecil nods.] Yang would be proud if he could see all his daughter has done for Troia. I'm impressed the two of them were able to take the mantle of leadership in my absence.

[Video]

[melodiesoflute.livejournal.com]

That I am!

Before my abduction, I was the acting sovereign for Dollet. It was my duty to care for the kingdom as if it was my own. While many possess their own opinions of the deeds I've done in Dollet, I, myself feel as if I could have done more for the citizens there.

[He's being humble. Edward has done well to ensure Dollet's success even during these chaotic times.]

The young ones learn from us, Cecil. They are more than capable of handling such a task because they had good role models.