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ABRAXAS MODS ([personal profile] abraxasmods) wrote in [community profile] abraxaslogs2021-08-28 09:41 pm

WELCOME TO THE FREE CITIES!

WELCOME TO THE FREE CITIES!
Welcome to The Free Cities! The portal exits outside the capital city of Cadens. The first impression of the city is its sheer size. It sprawls out across the landscape like a great hulking beast at rest. The wall that encircles it barely contains it, the buildings of Cadens practically bulging against its restraint.

The air here seems thicker somehow, tinged with a scent that’s acrid and smoky. Smog hangs high over the city, belched out by smokestacks that tower over the industrial district. The desert stretches out behind it, dotted with towers and dust clouds that disappear into the horizon. Multiple gates lead inside and each is staffed by soldiers in unfamiliar uniforms that wave a steady stream of people through without appearing to pay much attention. People are coming and going almost all of the time, to and from the outposts and areas of activity around the city proper. It’s difficult to tell just what’s out there beyond the impression of tall metal structures and a great deal of labor. Wagons carrying travelers to Libertas and Aquila roll out from the Travel Post outside the city wall.

Anyone who can sense magic will notice a much lower concentration here. No one will be stopped or questioned at the gate, even if the soldiers seem to take note of the fugitives from Thorne.

The activity and sheer number of citizens can be overwhelming. It’s crowded and loud and feels constantly in motion with everyone talking and yelling over each other. It’s easy to get swept up in the ever-moving throng or find oneself ducking into the mouth of a narrow alley just to breathe.

Anyone who’s willing to make their way to the northern part of the city and Portham Hall will find Prime Minister Marlo Reiner available to receive them.
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Majima Goro | Yakuza / Ryu Ga Gotoku | The Hanged Man

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I. Life Lessons

[Arriving in the nearest city to where the portal spat them out, Majima quickly blended into the crowd by heading towards the sleaziest district he could find in the city. Where a prisoner from Thorne wouldn't warrant a second glance. Just another piece of riffraff on the streets.

He helped himself to an extra set of clothes (or rather was given them by an entrepreneuring little spitfire of a girl who had sticky fingers) and freshened up as best he could with what was available. He felt a little better once he could blend in a little more and walked the streets with confidence despite the unfamiliar city. Unfortunately, it wasn't quite as confident as perhaps he thought.

Or maybe these delinquents just thought he was a good target to show off their skills by beating on him. He looked like a tough customer who might have some coin on him but the joke was on them; he was a tough customer without any money on him whatsoever. Plus, they didn't stand a chance in a fight with him despite their numbers. Instead of raising their reputation by taking him down they merely ended up on the ground with their wallets a little lighter.]


And let that be a lesson to ya. [He said as he tossed a lightened coin pouch back to one of the moaning punks laying on the ground in pain.] Ain't always as easy to shake down a guy as ya might think. Get stronger before ya try again.


II. On the Road

[A few days in Cadens told him what he needed to know: it was a nice city but it was also home to the biggest names in what constituted the government here. And while it had some seedy places he felt close to home at, it wasn't where he saw himself spending his days here in this world.

He also found out enough about the other two major cities that he easily made a decision where to head once he gathered enough money and supplies for the trip. Libertas sounded like a place that was very familiar and where he could easily make a name for himself doing what he knew best. So he headed out with a caravan going in that direction one day and didn't look back.

This wasn't like traveling back home though where it only took a few hours to get to another city by car or train. It was going to take time to get where they were going and the trip wasn't nearly as comfortable either. The only plus side was he recognized a few others headed in the same direction (maybe even the same caravan as himself), and he could meet up with them once they all arrived in Libertas. He wouldn't admit it out loud, but he hated the idea of being alone. He'd spent too much time like that before this world came along as it was.]


III. Petty Theft (or: It's a Gamble, Kids)

Think ya got what it takes to beat Majima "White Horse" Goro?

[The one-eyed man asked as he smirked confidentially at the person in front of him. He held a dart in one hand as if he were getting ready to throw it at a board but kept still as he issued his challenge. The board was behind him on the wall, two set of darts nearby waiting for use.

Majima had already made some easy cash this evening as he beat challenger after challenger. He let one out of so many contestants win just to keep the interest up and the cash flowing. He even bought a round of drinks for the bar with his winnings and that kept everyone happy and excited to watch him play some more games.

He was either about to swindle another poor sap out of their money with a game of darts, challenger's preference on game type (he didn't care, he could win at them all), or he had slyly asked one of the Horizon Walkers to play a game with him when he'd spotted them in the bar. He might be more "gentle" with someone he knew--or maybe not. Only one way to find out.

Join him for a game? Or watch him beat some more locals at it?]


IV. Wildcard

[[Anything else goes. Majima will be settling in Libertas once he gets there but he'll be in Cadens for a few days before leaving. He'll be frequenting bars and clubs in both cities so feel free to find him knocking back a drink at one if ya want. Or walking the city streets getting acquainted with the businesses, people, and society in general. Bashing heads together to defend himself from local punks and earn some cash. Trying to find a place to stay, work, etc. Honestly, anything goes and if you have something you'd like to discuss hit me here, with a PM, or at [plurk.com profile] AisuYoukai. Come at me.]]