shirasu catchall

[wildc4rd]

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[wildc4rd]

[Both hands rise up at his sides, a kind of shrug without moving the shoulders.]

It's my first time. Be gentle with me. ♥

[It doesn't mean he isn't interested in the purifying bowl or the offering box... or even the bell hanging above them at the head of the shrine. Hm.]

Have you figured out your power yet? Or did you come out to hide in the night to try...

[wagashis]

Why, is that what you've chosen to do? Or just your assumption of a stranger?

[He doesn't confirm or deny-- Hisoka probably isn't wrong, but still. That's not a topic he'll speak on too easily.

Shirasu also doesn't explain aloud as he goes through the proper process (of purification, at least, he has nothing to offer), allowing Hisoka to watch; he simply assumes he'll be paying attention, and if he doesn't, well. That'll be his problem!]

I find it more peaceful at night.

[wildc4rd]

Oh, no. I figured mine out a few hours after we woke up. [He smiles pleasantly, as if this is just... a normal thing!] It wasn't very difficult.

[He's watching. Of course he's watching. Poor Shirasu gets the heavy golden snake eyes soaking everything up.]

I was only curious.

[wagashis]

Your curiosity is more to the point, I see. Not that I can truly say I mind passing over the usual small talk.

[If it bothers him to be watched that way, he doesn't show it. He just steps aside to allow Hisoka room, if he decides to do the same. Purify your clown ass self.]

Considering I did not see any trouble come of it, I take it your discovery was fairly uneventful.

[wildc4rd]

[Instead of cleansing himself like he ought to, Hisoka simply tips his head back to peer at the bell like before. Him.]

I like to keep it a surprise. It's more fun that way.

[Reaching up, he just gives the bell a ring without any care or regard for ritual or circumstance. :)]

[wagashis]

[it's the middle of the FUCKING night

But also, Shirasu isn't stopping him... he glances up as Hisoka rings the bell, a brow slightly raised.]

I expect others might disagree.

[Not the type to go along with what's meant to be done, apparently; less predictable, but more interesting. Maybe he'll be worthwhile.]

But I suppose there are limited ways to entertain oneself, so far.

[wildc4rd]

[HE'S RINGING IT HE'S AN AGENT OF CHAOS]

The looks on their faces is what will make it so entertaining. It isn't good to show your hand when playing cards.

[But he doesn't smile for once. He seems a little disappointed the bell didn't do anything! Summon him a fighting partner, hello.]

Is this just for show?

[wagashis]

Ah, you're unfamiliar? I believe they say ringing it without purpose will curse one with what they least desire.

[He's full of shit but he absolutely sounds like he means it, no hint of amusement in his expression.]

Those who want stability will find it disrupted, those who hate boredom will be plagued by it... and so on.

[wildc4rd]

[..................

Stone fucking cold.]

Ah. [sweats] I guess it's a good thing I'm not stable, and I don't mind being bored.

[he fucking hates being bored]

[wagashis]

[shirasu has a feeling he does, that's exactly why he said it. but he just hums thoughtfully-]

Perhaps you will be fine, then. Besides-- it's possible such tales do not apply here, isn't it?

[wildc4rd]

Maybe.

[Well, whatever. The deed has been done. He's just not going to ring the damn bell ever again.

Instead, he'll turn around and disrespectfully lean-sit on the edge of the cleansing bowl, crossing his arms.]

Have you ever been here before?

[wagashis]

To this particular shrine? I have not. I have helped care for a somewhat similar one, though.

[This isn't the same, but there's no escaping the familiarity, is there. He isn't sure how long he really wants to stay, but neither does he particularly care for the disrespectful treatment of it (he's just not going to unpack that.)]

It's a good thing you don't mind being bored; they rarely tend to be exciting places.

[wildc4rd]

That’s why you’re here.

[Misery loves company and all that.]

Not the shrine. [But Shirasu told him enough anyway. Being familiar with the shrine is interesting.] Have you ever been to this place?

literally cannot believe we're 20+ tags in and there's no horny to be seen

[wagashis]

Perhaps that's so.

[Hisoka can say what he wants about him, tbh.]

But no, I've never seen this place at all. From what I can gather, no one I've met has, either.

how is this happening why is shirasu illumi

[wildc4rd]

I see. So I've heard.

[It at least matches up. Hm. Guess they're stuck. It's almost like being in Greed Island, except, like, forced.] Ah well. It should be an interesting game, I guess... [He glances over at Shirasu.]

Are you ready to play?

that's still fuckin cursed, anna

[wagashis]

Is that what you consider it to be?

[Shirasu can't call that too shocking an outlook, after some of his comments so far. After a momentary pause, a contemplative glance back down the path that led here-]

I would say it's strange that a game seems to have few guidelines for playing, but... I'd assume you think it's more fun that way.

[That gets a slightly arched brow, a silent question-- how's the guess.]

yea

[wildc4rd]

What else could it be? All of us here, unable to leave. A place we've never been. Two "leaders" we don't know. None of us have met anyone else before except for a few. Hm, hm. What a curious game.

[He follows Shirasu's gaze back along the path toward the entrance.]

I suppose guidelines could make it more interesting. Depending on what they are...

[wagashis]

It puts us all on a relatively level field, at the least.

[That last comment seems to catch his interest, though, and Shirasu gives him a curious look.]

Which would you find interesting?

[wildc4rd]

[To this, Hisoka folds out both hands and shrugs. He leans off the cleaning bowl and turns around to face it, peering into the water.]

Depends on the guidelines. Maybe we'll find out.

[He pokes the water with a single finger to make ripples.]

And you? Are rules something precious to you?

[wagashis]

I wouldn't say precious. Helpful, certainly-- and in any case, where they're not provided, people tend to make their own.

[He shrugs his shoulders there, in a casual little gesture.]

If no framework presents itself, I'd expect us to begin organizing one before long... particularly since reaching a consensus was mentioned.

[wildc4rd]

[Briefly, he makes a face. :\ Organizing? Garbage.]

And you expect everyone to agree on a list of rules...?

[Honest question.]

[wagashis]

I don't. There's no list that everyone would agree with, in a group this size.

[Arms still folded, his fingers tap thoughtfully against his forearm.]

But we're all stuck together, after all. It isn't as though we can simply leave if we disagree, or if we don't get along...

Well, but there's no guarantee either way. Perhaps no one will think it necessary-- I'm not inclined to go to the trouble, personally. We may not be here long enough for it to matter.

[wildc4rd]

[At least Shirasu is aware. Rules? Hisoka don't know her.]

Then why worry. [Come on, live a little. Like........ Hisoka. Who just scoops up a handful of very pure, cleansed water so he can drink it. Technically okay maybe. But, like,

he doesn't burst into flames. Sad.] If it's a game, play it. If there's rules to harm us, there's ways of getting around them.

[wagashis]

Did I say that I was worried? I'll manage, whether they present themselves or not.

[Another shrug! He's just considering potential outcomes, here, Hisoka asked for this.]

They're often necessary, but not all rules are worth following, or made by someone worth following.

[wildc4rd]

I meant worry about making rules...

[Shirasu sounds too confident to be worried about much else. Hisoka appreciates it? Bad. He's kind of interested.]

Ah... Hearing you say that... It really makes me excited. [sigh] I find it amusing you say that but are going through the rules of this shrine.