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Jayce is good at formal meetings with people in positions of power so none of his nerves show as he and Viktor arrive to meet with Fallon. This is his first meeting after being elected a representative so he takes this very seriously. He is in more formal wear, with a tie, vest, and jacket, despite the fact that it's warmer here in Aquila. He's always been trained to look impeccable.

He has his special bag of holding over his shoulder as it holds lists of the wares that they have and some examples. Aquila is a place of commerce and artisans so it is a different approach than the weapons for the military of Cadens. But he is excited about them both creating more for the business and perhaps selling more widely.

"How do I look?" Not a hair is out of place as per usual but Jayce still looks to Viktor for approval.

It's been some time since Viktor and Jayce have pitched together--their Progress Day presentation seems a lifetime ago, at this point, but even before that Viktor was content to let Jayce do most of the public-facing work. Now, the nature of this place means that Viktor's presence at such a meeting isn't a hinderance to their work, so he cleans himself up alongside Jayce and prepares to present their work together.

That thought in itself is enough for Viktor to hold on to--to get him through something he might otherwise find frivolous or unnecessary. He's not dressed as nicely as Jayce, of course, though he's cleaned up and presentable. Unsurprising, however, that Jayce is the one fussing. Viktor turns to him and smooths his hands over his vest, straightening the lapel even though it's most certainly already straight. Nothing at all out of place.

"Perfect as always." Ordinarily, he might tease, but the last thing he wants to do is throw off Jayce's game before a pitch. Once he's confirmed that Jayce does, in fact, look incredibly presentable, he turns to follow Fallon's assistant inside, inviting Jayce to go first. "Shall we?"

Edited 2023-05-08 18:17 (UTC)

Jayce has spoken with many different heads of state or powerful politicians back home and his bright confidence has always shined through. He's more excited than nervous this time, having not had the chance to meet Fallon Marsh. After seeing the unique beauty of the city and its incredible market and commerce, he is fascinated to see the head of it.

They have been given permission for this and showed up a few minutes early, so when he enters the room Jayce is in official mode. A very tall and physically imposing man, Jayce's natural warmth and energy should be reassuring. "Representative Marsh, thank you for seeing us."

Fallon stands with his back to the door, peering out the large window to the cityscape of Aquila that sets a grand backdrop to his office. He turns when the door opens, early he notes, and smiles at his visitors.

"Ah, gentlemen, welcome! It's no trouble at all when it comes to progress, wouldn't you say? Now, what have you come here to show me? I'll not waste too much of your time with pleasantry." He sits behind the ornate oak desk, his fingers steepled as he looks on with interest. The bag Jayce holds hadn't escaped his notice, and he's keen to see what they have up their sleeve.

Jayce and Viktor both are better at being straightforward although they can play up a show if they have to. It's clear Fallon's not the type that needs a show. Jayce opens his bag and it seems far larger on the inside, as he pulls out several objects to place on the desk.

"Cadens tends to lean heavily on weapons, but we were excited to tailor some ideas closer to what Aquila prefers. The business' name is Rio Enterprises. My family is best known for collapsible tools and I make multitools with up to fifteen detailed parts inside, which can be changed depending on what your merchants prefer. This can be modified for artisans, artists, businesses, depending on their needs.

I am also an expert blacksmith and crafter myself, and have found an effective way to use Braerium, the special Luna metal that amplifies and defends against magic, in anything we're designing. I've created many pieces of jewelry with and without the metal and put enchantments on them customizable to the owner."

Jayce places multiple examples of both his multitools, collapsible tools, and various pieces of intricately designed bracelets and necklaces that have a telltale shading that indicates Braerium is on it. He offers the bag to Viktor so he can place his additions since they're selling as a team and Viktor has more to share.

Edited 2023-05-12 19:55 (UTC)

Jayce gets right to it, which Viktor appreciates. In many ways, a business pitch is much easier than trying to prove some kind of superior intellect or truly innovative technology to someone like Aleksander, and he’s content to watch this play out until it seems relevant to interject. Describing multi-tools and their other offerings as part of a business expansion might not be as high-stakes as world-shattering as what they were attempting with Hextech back home but he looks proud anyway, if only because Jayce’s passion is fairly infectious.

Viktor takes a bit of a different tack. When Jayce offers him the bag, he speaks more broadly of what he hopes to accomplish, his own tools more specialized.

“I’m particularly interested in what we can offer to your artisans. I’ve developed a gyroscopic system that can be applied to any manner of tools, allowing for more efficient, more precise work.”

Which he will demonstrate, by what seems to be some kind of metal-welder around in his grasp—-the tool stays level and steady the entire time.

“Among other things. We’d like to establish ourselves here, in the interest of a mutually-beneficial relationship.”

Their presentation is taken in with an open mind and an avid curiosity as they both put forth their efforts, but most importantly, their wish to advance past weaponry. While war does tend to make for profits, Fallon would rather see commerce flourish above it. A well-productive society is a happy one, after all.

"You do our craftsmen and artisans a great service by thinking of their efficiency. Your multi-tools have the makings of a very lucrative business here in Aquila. If this is only a pitch of your able minds, I'm delighted to see what comes when given the right facilities and funding."

Fallon picks up the multi-tool, inspecting its functions before moving onto the jewelry containing Braerium. He glances up to both of them with an amused smile.

"You're both men of opportunity, much like myself. What do you say to my proposal?"

They've put on presentations of all kinds over the years and Jayce still gets that momentary feeling of nerves when they start with someone new. It's a new world, new people, but there is something very familiar in the thoughtful way Fallon listens to their pitch. He can already see the ways in which they will work within his city. Jayce smiles warmly, his eyes bright, glancing over at Viktor and then back at Fallon.

"I think we are all on the same page, sir. I believe firmly that we can provide a special option at the market for you, and with your blessing, we would like to open a branch of Rio Enterprises here."

Viktor had known from the start that if they tailored their presentation to the specific needs of Aquila, that Fallon would have a hard time saying no, but there's still a little thrill at the praise. Jayce glances at him and Viktor offers him a smile in return, the shared exchange familiar--no different from presenting to someone like Heimerdinger.

Though, perhaps, with more understanding and success this time.

Jayce more-or-less says it all with the official request, but Viktor is happy to supplement.

"We'd also be happy to continue to invent for Aquila specifically--our work can evolve with the needs of your artisans and craftspeople. Your priorities are different than those of Cadens, and I think you'll find that Jayce and I are adaptable."

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