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Post by Capper Hofferson on Oct 4, 2017 23:41:06 GMT
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Capper was cold, even with his recently purchased navy blue sweater and his faded green coat, but it didn't matter. The day was illuminated with that special cold, pale light only the cold northern sun could give, and the rain from last night made everything glow with a slippery layer of thin ice. It was clear that if it rained that night again, it would fall snow instead of water from the sky. It was the perfect day for staying home and drinking a cup of cocoa, but like the little edgelord he was, Capper had lost his home months ago. With that revitalizing cold and the soft air, he was stupidly afraid that his tears might freeze as they were falling over his cheeks. The saiyan wasn't that sad or anything, but the bitter air made his eyes instinctively drizzle with liquid.
Maybe he could get some peace of mind out here, away from society, and away from people. A low beep caught his attention- Capper's only surviving "family" at this point, Alpha and Omega. The two upgraded Plexbits looked up to their creator with the same concern they had ever since his family all perished to the hands of Xylo. Sure, there were Corza and Cauli, but they weren't as close to Capper as his own parents were. The saiyan sighed, crouching down to his two robotic partners. "Look. You two stop worrying about me so much. I'm fine." Capper demanded in a firm tone. Alpha just tilted his head with a wide eye, whereas Omega rolled his pupil with clear disbelief. "Seriously! Stop it!" Capper demanded with a tinge of anger, continuing to push away whoever was close to him.
Still, the robots showed no change in emotion. Capper grumbled and pulled at his hair, promptly standing up and storming off, trying to ignore the two little mechanical orb robots following behind him like ducklings.
After more silent walking with no clear destination, deep in the depths of the Frappe mountains, frosted air forced it's way into the saiyan's lungs and stung his eyes. He wrapped his scarf twice around his neck so that it overlapped his slowly bluing lips, hoping that his own exhaled air would be trapped around them in a microcosm of warmth. Yet even then the chill seeped in and Capper's teeth began to chatter. He tensed his muscles, bringing limbs in closer, and bent his head to the oncoming wind. The loose snow from the ground became tiny missiles in the gust and he began to squint to retain any vision at all. Maybe coming this deep in the mountain range was a bad idea...
Capper shivered, taking a seat near a snowy pine tree and retracting his legs closer to his body for warmth. Alpha moseyed near his dear friend, moving against Capper's chest to give the saiyan a little warmth from his core. Omega lied next to the monkey man's side, a dull red glow emanating from his markings and exhaust vents. "Ugh... You guys, still...?" Capper began, though his tone wasn't as condescending. More curious and shocked, if anything. Even with a winter scarf wrapped around his neck and mouth, frosty breaths still pierced Capper's vision in front of him. The undulating gray clouds, coupled with the flurry of snow, didn't make it easy to see about... The saiyan groaned. At least he had some peace and quiet now, away from all of his problems.
But of course, a nearby power level just had to show up on the grown boy's scouter.
TAGS: Capper Hofferson -> Lord Retsu
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Post by Lord Retsu on Oct 5, 2017 0:20:50 GMT
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Retsu sat back, music pounding over his ships intercom. He propped up his feet on his ship's console as it slowly flew through the air above the frozen wastes. He wore his floral pattern shirt, kahkis, and those sunglasses of his. Grasped in his tail was a glass full of some sweet fruit juice blend, a pineapple slice wedged on the rim of the glass. He sipped from it before yawning. "Such a good day... This really is the life." He muttered. "Sure I have a crushing amount of responsibility on my shoulders, constantly holding me down... But that doesn't mean I can't enjoy myself..." He stared out the viewport of his ship, watching as the frozen wastes just lazily moved around his ship.
The ship's computer pinged, causing Retsu to pull down his sunglasses so he could look to the screen a bit better. It registered several small power levels here and there in the area, nothing really of note, though one stood out. The one he had marked down as Capper. He frowned and sat up a bit, tapping a few buttons here and there on his ship's console. He hadn't seen Capper in a long time. The last time he had seen the boy was when he contracted him to fix his rickety space pod. He shrugged to himself, taping a few more things. Might as well at least say hello.
The ship listed lazily towards the saiyan. It hovered slowly before stopping just in front of the saiyan. It blocked out the sun for a few moments, before it slowly lowered itself. Its legs spread out, all ten of them, before it landed. The hydrolics in its legs hissed. Retsu got up from his chair heading towards the front door of his ship. The ramp hissed and lowered slowly, Retsu's silhouette being seen in the door way. When it settled he took a few steps down, his tail coming towards his front as he took a sip from his drink.
"Capper. Its been a long time." he spoke. He looked the saiyan up and down, his arms crossed. "You seem worse for wear. That or its your weird time in your life where you Mammals get really... strange." He shrugged. "Its rather cold out here for you mammals. Want to come into my ship? Its got heating." He motioned back to the Arcosian Warship. "We can chat, and catch up over some lunch."
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Post by Capper Hofferson on Oct 11, 2017 1:44:10 GMT
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Already, Capper had began brainstorming ways to defend himself from this incoming power level. Maybe he could just snowball them as a distraction, then bolt? No-- a fighter wouldn't falter in the face of solidified flakes of water. Maybe he could just chuck Alpha and Omega at them to stall. Capper glanced to his two little friends, biting his lip. He wouldn't admit it, but the saiyan wouldn't give up his remaining friendship with his little robo-buddies anytime soon. Capper's breathing would only hasten when a primal hiss echoed behind him.
Gasping aloud and whipping his head back front and center, the saiyan would scurry backwards, fearfully eyeing the Arcosian vessel. The ship's type, while used by many, was indeed most common among those of the Arcosian Empire. And boy did they have a bone to pick with each and every saiyan most of the time. 'Well, Capper. This is it.' The saiyan's conscious echoed as he raised his arms over his closed eyes, shielding himself from whatever devastating attack was in store... But, as per usual, no strike landed on his frail form.
Capper slowly cracked open an eye when a voice rang his name. The storm had let up, the sun now shining from behind the ship gave a neaby silhouette a heavenly glow, causing the saiyan to blink and narrow his eyes, trying to make out who it was. "A...Am I dead? I-Is that you, Dad?" Capper weakly questioned, lowering his head to avoid the glare from the now shining sun.
But, alas, the grown saiyan did not have the mercy of meeting his passed family just yet. "Oh. Hey, uh..." Capper paused, trying to remember the name of this Arcosian. The choice of clothing would be odd for this weather, and something Capper would certainly question, but he had enough knowledge to know that Changelings like this guy weren't bothered by the cold. He didn't have the instinct to run from this lizard, at least, so that was good. Digging into the depths of his mind, Capper would vaguely recall meeting the arcosian about a year ago, and got a bunch of free ice cream while he was still a small, naive boy stuck on Earth. Those were the days. "Rrrrretsu?" Capper rolled the name off of his tongue, uncertain if he got some names mixed up. Or was this Defrosch? Man, Arcosians were all really weird when it came to names. Names like Lettush, Cara, or Chiv were much simpler.
Nonetheless, Capper's old friend was quick to comment on his condition. The saiyan glanced away, while his two robotic drones peered out from behind, blinking curiously. Alpha whirred and beeped eagerly, scampering up to and around Retsu. Omega just grumbled behind his creator, having only been created recently and never meeting this man. Capper narrowed his gaze at the mention of mammals like himself getting a "weird" phase, only to sigh after. "Yes. That. Both." He commented with a blunt monotone.
Though, the ever so grumpy and apathetic saiyan's eyes would widen when the arcosian, someone he barely knew still, offered to let him stay on his ship- and even get some lunch! "...Is this a trap, or...?" Capper trailed off, still shivering a little from the cold. Closing his eyes, he'd briefly recall the fear he felt when he first arrived on this planet. It was back, even now. But... Despite his own terror and apprehension around others, that didn't stop people like Collan, Jormungandr, and Rafar from reaching out and helping him get back on his feet. Perhaps history was indeed repeating itself...?
"...Alright, if you insist." Capper stood up tall, briefly taking a moment to regain his balance. Alpha scurried back over to his creator, perching next to Omega on the grown saiyan's shoulder. Supposefly following the Arcosian into his ship, Capper would briefly try to make some conversation as they'd stroll inside, a refreshing wave of heat splashing against his face. "So, uh... What's up with you? I heard awhile ago you became Emperor or something? Is that still a thing with leaders swapping every five seconds? First that Wyntre lady and then some guy whose name began with an... A? Or a Z?" Capper commented with a figurative punch to Retsu's shoulder. He forced a nervous smile, recalling the state of affairs with the three empires. "Heheh... Hope you don't have too much of a bone to pick with us saiyans, I guess."
TAGS: Capper Hofferson -> Lord Retsu
OOC NOTES: oh capper if only you knew also sorry for delay and long post
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Post by Lord Retsu on Oct 19, 2017 1:54:10 GMT
Retsu chuckled to himself, sipping at his drink once more as he stared at Capper. "A trap? Why would it be? I'm on Earth for a vacation. What reason would I have to make any sort of traps?" He looked to the droids getting out another chuckle. He shook his head then motioned inside. "C'mon inside."
He'd lead Capper inside, and once he was indeed inside, the door would shut, locking in the heat. It was a nice warm heat, easily something you could get cozy in. At Cappers question he shrugged. "I was." He said. "Then I took a vacation and they suddenly replaced me without my permission. So Technically, yes I am emperor, as I was never defeated nor was it formally made note to me that my emperorhood was on the line or in danger." He smiled and ruffled Capper's hair for a moment. "It was Abzerute. And he's gone. I made sure of that." He walked past him, leading the saiyan into the control room.
At the mention of saiyans he stopped. The atmosphere suddenly got tense. He looked back to Capper, his look one full of rage and intensity. "I have, and always will have a problem with Saiyans. I can never forgive your race for what you did to Arcose.... However, I, unlike the current ruler of Arcose, can look past it. I no longer care for war or eradication of the saiyans. Honestly I much prefer peace. Which is something I've been striving for."
He sighed. "Quite frankly, the Arcosian people do not have the strength, or numbers to even consider fighting the SSE. If we were to attack them, we'd be eradicated." He tapped a few things on his console, a hologram coming up. "My plan is to unite every race in the galaxy and create a Utopia for all races on Kanassa."
The Hologram detailed a plan, one that involved all sorts of various smaller plans that involved creating said Utopia. "Problem is there is apparently a war going on that needs to be ended. And Koldar, current leader of the Arcosian People."
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Post by Capper Hofferson on Oct 19, 2017 3:30:56 GMT
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Capper continued to tentatively follow Retsu into his ship, each and every step forced against his body's will. He was trying to be optimistic-- he really was. But alas, Capper's mind continually haunted him with the worst possible scenarios. He briefly shuddered with discomfort, before his drifting catastrophic thinking was redirected back to Retsu. "Was?" Capper repeated when the Arcosian first remarked back to his question. With the explanation, the saiyan would sigh and glance away. "That sucks. It's like when someone attacks your planet and kills everyone you love without noting you."
...Okay, maybe Capper had a problem developing. Just maybe, though.
With the question of the saiyans came an eerie tense feeling Capper knew was coming. Fear briefly coursed across the scarred saiyan's tramutized face. 'Oh god this is it he's gonna kill me IM COMING MOM, DAD, AND GRAMPS--' Capper thought, closing his eyes in apprehension while Alpha beeped with further concern. Opening one eye when Retsu continued on after explaining his understandable distaste for Capper's pathetic race, he'd momentarily calm when the Arcosian explained he had put his hatred aside to make way for peace.- even going as far to want to create a utopia for every species. Perhaps even the saiyans as well? "That's uh..." Capper paused, blinking with a mixture of shock, confusion, relief, and... Happiness? This was new. "...Kinda nice, actually."
The saiyan eyed the plans for Retsu's paradise planet, narrowing them with a critical gaze. There were a few notable things missing on the plans he could think of recommending, but they were solid for the larger part. But alas, with the current war between the saiyans, arcosians, and namekians waging on, there was no hope for this paradise. "Ugh. Tell me about it." Capper groaned, plopping himself down in a chair. He briefly grimaced, raising a brow when Retsu spoke of ending the current Arcosian leader, Koldar. Capper didn't make much of a comment for now, merely hiding his doubt and glancing to the side. "I... see." He sighed. Best to keep up with the questions before Retsu himself pestered little Capper about what was up with his life.
"So, Koldar. More like OLDar, am I right or am I right?" Capper shrugged with a meek, yet mockingly smug smile- the heirloom of a Hofferson. "I'd offer to help kick some butt, but..." Capper sighed. "Y'know-- I'm kinda sorta the weakest fucking saiyan in existence somehow."
TAGS: Capper Hofferson -> Lord Retsu
OOC NOTES: Capper, no.
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Post by Lord Retsu on Oct 19, 2017 6:04:56 GMT
"Yes. It does." He said, narrowing his eyes as Capper spoke. He shook his head then looked back towards the hologram. Retsu tapped a few things here and there then looked to Capper. "As you can see I have Major sectors of the planet divided and the like." He said, motioning to the various quadrants of the planet marked off in the hologram. "I have sections for the Arcosian Empire, One for the Namekians, One for the Saiyans, and one for Earth and its people." He nodded crossing his arms with a frown. "Problem is controlling and keeping the peace in a project like this can be a pain. Which is why I plan to enlist the help of the Galactic Patrol to keep the peace. Even give them their headquarters in their own little spot on the planet. Let them use Kannassa as a base not only to train, but deploy."
"I have to get these plans into the hands of each of the peoples leaders.... And to really truly enact such a plan, I need my throne and title back from that old coot Koldar." He looked to Capper for his words on Koldar and snickered to himself. He looked back to the hologram, tapping a few things here and there before looking back to Capper as he spoke of his weakness. "Oh I know. And its hilarious to me. Sad for you however."
He turned fully to Capper. "However from what I remember. What you lack in strength you make up for with smarts. Which is something I'll need." He motioned to the ship around him. "This is a large ship, and though I can run it myself, I still need help around it. So I'll make you a deal. You need a place to stay right? You seem down on your luck and all. I offer you my ship, not only as your home, but as a workshop as well. There are plenty of rooms here big enough to be one, and I'm sure i have spare parts lying around. IN return for staying here, I'll need you to do a few chores around the ship. Like repairing my engines, or tuning something here and there."
"I may be a General, but I am the worst with technology."
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Post by Capper Hofferson on Oct 28, 2017 2:17:05 GMT
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Retsu further explained the landmarkings and division of the supposed utopia. Capper merely frowned in response, a hand to his chin. As he said, keeping the peace would be hard, but... "The Galactic Who now?" Capper questioned with genuine confusion, having never heard of the Patrol. Clearly they weren't all that powerful enough to keep super saiyans, masterful arcosians, and the humans brimming with potential all in check if they hadn't worked up this galactic name for themselves. But that was just a side dish compared to the main plate of problems Capper found with this plan.
"No offense, but..." Capper wordlessly gesticulated for a moment, opening his mouth. No words came out for a moment, but he eventually found the right combination. "Don't you think that, uh, interracial segregation might make things more strained between everyone there?" Capper chimed with his usual detailed vocabulary. The fact that the species were going to be divided was a little concerning. "Sure, it prevents some potential conflict, but it's only delaying and straining the inevitable hiccups." Capper turned his gaze to Retsu, continuing his criticism. "If you really want peace, then everyone should be able to live together in peace together- that's what a utopia is, right?"
Capper forced a smile, hands clasped together in his lap. It faded only slightly at the mention of kicking Koldar off the throne, then dropped like a rock at the mention of his own weakness. Capper looked down in dejection- why did he expect Retsu to understand the struggle brought with his predicament again? Nobody could understand this. Well, everyone but Etoru. Who knew where he was now, though.
The saiyan remained silent, his eyes never darting from the floor- even when Retsu complimented his smarts when they were compared to his rather lacking brawn. But then, Capper's attention was gained when the Arcosian offered Capper a roof-- a home, here in his ship.
'You'll loose him too.' A voice echoed. Capper dug his fingers into his scalp as it continued to relay the truth.
'Don't bother. You're bound to fail again and again. You don't want to lose another, right?'
"...I-I can't." Capper gave into his inner doubt and fear. He shook his head, fighting back a few stray tears. "I just can't, okay?" The saiyan wrapped his arms around his stomach, wiping one of his eyes. "I-- I really should go." Capper croaked, glancing to the closed entry to the ship. Alpha whirred in concern, eyeing Retsu and gesturing to Capper. Little Cap really wasn't the same ever since that talk with Xylo... But Retsu could help, right? He was Capper's friend, right? And friends always helped, right?
TAGS: Capper Hofferson -> Lord Retsu
OOC NOTES: Capper, nOOO.
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Post by Lord Retsu on Nov 1, 2017 17:04:48 GMT
Retsu chuckled at Capper's lack of Knowledge of the Galactic Patrol. "It is understandable that you don't know whom they are." He spoke. "They haven't been in any real power for some time. Think of... Intergalactic Police to some extent." He nodded to himself. "They don't really do much now. But I'm hoping this plan will give them the boon they need."He fell silent as Capper spoke up, pointing out a few flaws in the plan. He shook his head when capper finished. "You misunderstand Capper. This plan isn't to separate these species. The Quadrants are there as building areas. One Quadrant will be Saiyan architecture, another Arcosian, and so on and so on. Its not to divide the species, so much as its to accentuate their cultures. Perhaps a Namekian wants to have a day in the Saiyan area, learn about their race in a constructive way. Or Perhaps an Arcosian wants to learn about earth's people and its culture... Or even have a McBao's for lunch." He pointed out a few spots on the holomap. Several of which were empty. "I also have smaller plots of lands for other species as well. The Konatsian people here, perhaps the Herans there. You get it." He stood up a bit straighter, bringing his drink up to his lips to take a sip. He was quiet as Capper had his internal struggle, only to frown when Capper denied him. His eye quickly moved to Alpha and his gesturing before Retsu spoke up. "If that is really what you want, then I wont stop you." He spoke. "...However my ship is your home, It will always be open to you." He stretched for a moment. "Don't even need to pay for it...."There was another few moments of silence, as Retsu took another sip from his drink. He moved suddenly, appearing before Capper, their Power level difference making Retsu's speed seem like it. He stared down at Capper for a few moments before speaking solemnly. "Why don't you tell me whats wrong before you go? I'm no mind reader, but its clear something weighs heavy on your mind. Perhaps even your heart. And while I may not understand the pain, depending on whats causing it... I may be able to help."
[3/3] KP No Techs used Retsu used Sympathy.
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Post by Capper Hofferson on Nov 2, 2017 2:48:48 GMT
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Before his sudden midlife crisis rose up yet again, Capper would briefly nod along when Retsu spoke of each quadrant being more catered to each species to promote cultural sharing and understanding rather than separation. "That works, fair enough." The saiyan commented, only to soon be brought back to the ground when he was offered to stay here in the ship.
Still, Retsu's offer was there if Capper ever changed his mind, it seemed. The saiyan doubted he would though. Soon enough, Capper would briefly let out a high-pitched yelp when Retsu suddenly seemed to teleport in front of him. The grown Capper sunk further into his chair with widened eyes, but just for a moment before the Arcosian offered to lend an ear to what was crushing his heart. "I--" The saiyan stammered, glancing to the side. Alpha's eye twinkled with hope, and even Omega's interest seemed to be piqued.
"...Alright. Fine." The saiyan spoke, instantly regretting his words. A few joyful beeps from Alpha prevented him from backing out now, though. "You, uh... You know what happened on Beppa months ago, right?" Each word from the saiyan's mouth shook slightly, putting more and more pressure on his heart. It was hard to breathe, but Capper managed to maintain some semblance of cool. "...Mom, Dad, even my Grandpa Courgi fought that day. They--" Capper paused, closing his eyes and wiping a stray tear aside. No more elaboration was needed for Retsu to assume their fates. "...You get the idea."
"They're... gone. And I-- I can't even put the blame on Xylo for killing them." Capper brought his knees to his chest, still unable to look at Retsu in the eye. He grit his teeth and furrowed his brow, recalling the Mazoku Lord's words...
"This is your fault, boy. You could have been happy away from the war. Now we must both grieve."
` "It's my fault he lost his own son to us stupid saiyans. Hell, it's my fault my family died to him! That's me! That's all on me!" Capper began to amp up his tone. Anger was clear in his voice, but what it was directed at wasn't as discernible at first. The saiyan continued to fight back tears poorly, teeth clenched and lips parted with a pair of closed eyes. "I-- I could have stopped them. Like HE said, if I didn't stick my nose where it didn't belong, everything would be just fine and dandy."
"But I was too stupid! I wanted to prove I was SOMETHING-- Something, someone, ANYTHING, that could be something beyond what my dumb, weak body projects! Someone people could respect and go, "Hey, if Capper can do it, I can too!" But-- I'm just... not. Not yet. Maybe not ever." Capper opened his eyes, sighing. The tears stopped now. But if Alpha had tear ducts, he would probably be bawling on the floor. "And because I didn't say anything, because I was too ambitious, they're gone. I don't want to lose again. I don't want to feel that-- not ever again." Capper shook his head, looking down at his open hands. The saiyan's life was not a pleasant one after his dearest were taken away from him. He could only imagine how Xylo was fairing without his son, though.He clasped his hands together, lowering his head to avoid the Arcosian's gaze. "I wish I could go back and pretend it never happened. But it did. And I can't."
"But now, I have a second chance. To fix things, and maybe somehow be the person I wish to be." "...Or to just mess everything up again." "And that-- that SCARES me."
The saiyan buried his face into his hands. He was here, still alive. But why? Xylo just kept him here to suffer.
...Was that really all he could do now?
"I don't deserve this dumb chance."
TAGS: Capper Hofferson -> Lord Retsu
OOC NOTES: Ouch, cap. This post hurt my heart to write.
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Post by Lord Retsu on Nov 4, 2017 16:15:24 GMT
Retsu was quiet as Capper spoke, his eyes shut softly as he listened. He nodded slowly, though when it turned out Xylo was his families killer he was rather surprised. Sure Xylo had the power to do so, even in Retsu's final form he was no match for the Namekian Lord. Beppa? What happened on Beppa? Things swirled about in his mind, those being mostly questions and possible scenarios that could have happened there. His pondering was cut short however as Capper continued. He kept himself quiet, letting Capper speak freely. Once he finished however Retsu stared. How could he respond to this appropriately? He wasn't really one for Sympathy, as he rarely had to have it. He didn't know the pain of losing a family, because he didn't have one, but he did know the pain of losing his people.
A slow hesitant hand soon came to rest on Capper's shoulder. He gave him a gentle pat before sighing softly. "I'll be honest Capper. I can't understand the pain you are going through right now. I have no family, I've never had one, so I've never experienced the loss and Grieving that you are now." He looked Capper up and down quickly. "The only thing I can really compare it to is the anguish I felt when I learned Arcose was destroyed. It saddened me at first, then made me angry. Eventually I got to the state I am now... I've moved on from that anger, that hate that boiled within me."
"I don't know what happened on Beppa, or most of the known galaxy for quite some time now. I'm very out of the loop as it stands. But.. You said Xylo was the one who took their lives. And that was because of a mistake you made. While I am surprised by this, as I know Xylo personally, I'm sure he had his reasons for doing so. You said he lost a son as well didn't you?" He brought his free hand up to his chin, tapping it with a finger. "If that is true... Then he has as much a right to Grieve as you do. War is something that causes atrocities on both sides, normally. There will always be a winner, but the cost is usually very high."
"The humans have a saying I believe is quite apt here. All is fair, in love and war." Retsu took a step back from Capper, turning from him as he crossed his arms. He shut his eyes and let out a soft sigh. He wasn't very good at this sympathy thing, but he was trying. He looked over his shoulder back at the Saiyan before he spoke up again. "You lost your family, He lost his family. As it stands now you and him are the same, in terms of pain.... He might handle it better than you however..." He turned fully back to Capper, tail slowly swaying to the right and left. "Perhaps Xylo let you live, so you would know his pain. That you would share in it, and understand why he took your family from you."
"You say you have a chance to fix everything... How would you even do so?" He asked. "A second chance isn't something you should just throw away....That is unless you want to join your family." Retsu held out a hand to Capper. "...If your heart hurts so badly that you must see them... I can send you to join them." Though, quite literally an offer to be killed, it was one done out of generosity. He meant nothing ill from it. "I'm sure your family would be glad to be reunited with you, but perhaps... they'd prefer you stay here, learn from your mistakes, and become the Capper they know you can be. The Capper your friends know you can be..."
He smiled softly at Capper. "The Capper I know you can be. You can move past this. You are a smart kid. All you need to do is take all this negative energy, and focus it on something. Turn it into a goal. And push past it by smashing that goal to pieces! That is how I became Emperor of Arcose. I focused my negative energy on becoming what I needed, and it happened. And it can happen for you."
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Post by Capper Hofferson on Nov 22, 2017 0:31:58 GMT
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Capper parted his fingers aside while his head was buried in his hands to peer at Retsu, but only for a moment. A sharp breath was taken, the pressure on the saiyan's heart intensifying when Retsu spoke of not having a family to lose to begin with, and not fully understanding the saiyan's pain. 'Of course.' Capper's mind echoed- why did he expect an Arcosian to understand? Yet, Retsu too had lost something- though it wasn't family. His people. Capper's glare softened for a moment- he didn't care much for his own Empire and race now, but... Before he did care enough to defend and nearly die for their territory. Yet Capper remained silent, mind racing into dark.
Retsu explained that Xylo left the saiyan boy to live to understand his own pain and suffering. "No shit, sherlock." Capper growled- even in moments like this, there was at least part of his spine that refused to snap. Capper fully knew, or at least thought he knew why Xylo spared him- and hearing confirmation of his fears did not help. Nevertheless, Retsu was never one to fail to surprise the saiyan. Capper recoiled back with a gasp upon hearing the changeling's offer to be killed and reunite with his family. "W--What?! Are you crazy?!?!" The saiyan retorted, shivering with fear. "I-- I can't! They wouldn't want that!" Capper shook his head, still keeping his mindset in what others wanted, rather than what his soul sought. Perhaps it was for the best today, though.
After confirming the saiyan's thoughts once more, Capper closed his eyes, slumping over in defeat. "I don't know how I'm supposed to fix this mess, but I'm a mechanic. We fix things. Or, figure out how." The saiyan groaned, glancing to the side. "...But I'm not good at that either, I guess." He sighed, wiping a few more unshed tears away... But Retsu wasn't done just yet.
Capper finally made eye contact for more than a span of five seconds when the Arcosian offered somehow helpful advice and encouragement. He was smart, yeah, but not strong. Yet... having someone who truly believed and wanted to help was... a good feeling. Capper seemed to finally shut his waterworks as well- for now, at least. His hammering heartrate began to slow to a crawl, along with a calmer breath. The saiyan sighed with his new, growing composure, glancing off into space as he tried to think about what to do-- what to focus on in this new chapter of his life... "That's the thing." Capper chimed.
"I don't know what to do. I don't really feel like I have a real goal anymore, besides just staying alive." He ran a hand down his face, recalling his now strained relations with the Saiyan Solar Empire. "I've basically renounced from my dumbass empire, since they care diddly squat for weaklings like myself, or my family. They died, I nearly did also protecting our land, and I got nothing." Capper's gaze turned to the ground.
"Everything's just... empty and void now." He was at a loss for words at this point, unsure of what to do... But, Retsu, for once, seemed to have some semblance of understanding. He made it through this sorrowful point in life. He surely knew what he was doing, right? Capper's eyes finally turned up. "So... any ideas as to w-what I should even do?"
TAGS: Capper Hofferson -> Lord Retsu
OOC NOTES: THERE IS HOPE FOR THE BEAN
C A P P E R H O F F E R S O N 20 PL KI POINTS: 3/3
STATE: Base Form
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