Nothing to be Afraid Of {Fury and Boredum only}

[Boredum]

Emyt watched the panther as it rubbed herself on Kaden's legs. The female turned, preferring the demon that she knew more. Emyt sighed, yawning. "Okay... So... Ready for your daily lesson?" He asked, looking around for his sword.

His eyes widened. Where had he put it? Moving everything around, he looked bewildered. "Where's my sword?" He asked Kaden.

Deqasef, where did I leave you?[/color] The dragon that always responded was quiet. Emyt's eyes widened, and he turned towards the forest. "I... Where's my sword?!" The boy asked, black eyes wild.[/size]

[Fury]

Kaden's eyes widened, his heart pounding. He was panicking too. Surely C'zrin would kill him if Emyt lost the ruby blade. "You took it back a few minutes ago, right? Where could it have gone?"

Deqasef? Where are you? The dragoness tried. She seemed to think perhaps he would respond to her instead.

[Boredum]

"I put the blade on my back!" Emyt said as he touched his back, looking bewildered. "If we don't find it, I'm completely defenseless!" The boy had never been this afraid since.... since two years ago. He shuddered, then turned and ran into the woods.

DEQASEF! Where are you?![/color] Emyt screamed in his mind.

Don't get any nearer! They have me.[/color] Deqasef's voice was faint, but Emyt heard him like he was screaming.

Emyt choked, turning back to the camp and scooping up the steel blade rapier and turning back to run into the forest. "The beasts have Deqasef!" He yelled at Kaden as he disappeared with the panther by his side.[/size]

[Fury]

Kaden ran close behind, keeping up as best as he could. Without Deqasef it wasn't as hard for him to run equal speed with Emyt but he still lagged. He had C'zrin's black diamond sword at his hip. "If the beasts have him we'll just have to teach them a lesson."

Patience. Don't just barge in. Get close then attack. Surprise often aids those who take advantage first.

Too late for that. We need to move! Who knows what they'll do with the fire sword?

[Boredum]

They arrived at the meadow, passing where there was some of Emyt's blood on the ground. The meadow had been set ablaze, and Emyt froze instantly. His black eyes widened, dropping the rapier.

"They burned the hayfield..." He muttered, as if he was back in his memory. "They burned it." The boy muttered, taking a step towards the fire. The panther let out a terrific roar, her whole body shaking as she pulled her ears back and turned back to Kaden's side. Emyt was mad to be this close to the fire.

A black beast leapt from the flames, tackling the white haired boy onto the ground. It's hideous mouth opened, sick looking teeth glistened. Emyt's eyes flashed red, but he was unequipped and was completely hopeless.

The panther batted at Kaden's leg, urging him forward. The wolven animal roared his disapproval and slashed a clawed paw at Emyt's chest. The fine woven shirt ripped open, but another shirt shone underneath it. Mithril chainbody, relatively lightweight and very protective.

The beast was surprised, but the him animal continued to slash angrily at the silver vest.

[Fury]

Kaden looked at the panther then shook his head. He spun and drew his sword, plunging it into the wolf creature's back. It was then that C'zrin took over. Her black magic swirled all around and started to cover the already black beast, choking and tearing at whatever it could. It was like her fangs and teeth had gotten a hold on it and wouldn't release.

[Boredum]

As soon as the beast was dead, Emyt rolled away, grabbing the rapier and running into the sword, nodding a thanks to Kaden. "Don't follow." He called as he disappeared, coughing while he did so.

When he crossed, he was not covered in any sort of burns. He saw a huge, lumbering beast holding the ruby sword in his mouth. He was grinning, and then flicked his tail.

As if it were a signal, three of the black creatures pounced towards Emyt. His eyes flashed as he dodged the first, then swiped with the rapier. However, nothing happened. He had forgotten that the beasts were immune to normal weapons. Th only thing he could do was run. And he did. Sprinting over at the bigger creature, he ignored all of the cries that he made as he was ripped apart from the claws and teeth.

Deqasef! Do something![/color] The bleeding boy said as he pounced like he did on Kaden, the sword over his head, poised to strike.

The beast got him first. Dropping the ruby sword, the wolf thing roared and took Emyt in his maw, shaking him like he was just a puppet. The demon's fear grew as he felt the teeth puncture his stomach. The boy screamed, throwing his head back. The white hair whipped back, and two maroon coloured horns protruded from his head. Emyt's red eyes darkened, and the beast looked slightly afraid. Fangs had stayed, and the boy managed to throw the beast off, but not before he had taken a piece out of his back. Bloody and mangled, Emyt grabbed the ruby sword from the ground and pointed it towards the sky.

Deqasef didn't miss his cue. Emyt's whole body burst into flames, and the wind picked up like a tornado. The fire eagerly grew up to the heavens, and Emyt took a step towards the huge 'chief' beast. The fire-tornado grew, leaving a dangerous trail of fire. Emyt smirked behind the wall of fire, then turned sharply in a full circle, stopping and pointing the sword at the beast.

The fire tornado went towards the dark creatures with extraordinary speed. Emyt watched as all but one were set on fire. The whimpering animal ran past Emyt, who called over to Kaden.

Straggler coming towards you![/color][/size]

[Fury]

Kaden's back lit up with shadow magic, black wings appearing there as C'zrin did her best to assist. I have it covered! he announced. He spun and the wings acted like a shield. Since they were just illusions as always they couldn't let him fly. However they could do one thing quite effectively and that was mess with an opponent's mind. In the confusion, he struck out with his blade which he had retrieved just after Emyt had left to get back Deqasef's sword.

[Boredum]

Emyt's red eyes glance over at the flames that now surrounded him. His bright eyes grew worried.

There have to be more than this.[/color] Emyt said to the dragon.

There are. They had left, going towards Kaden's direction once you came. They're probably gone now.[/color]

Emyt sighed, then jogged back through the fire, his hair covered in ash. He looked over at Kaden, leaning on the red sword. His back was still bleeding and wounded, but the pain had subsided. Numbness had taken over for now.

"Come on, kid. Emilsa is back at the camp already." He turned his back towards Kaden to leave.[/size]

[Fury]

Emilisa? He thought, figuring it was the panther's name. Good. Now he could call her something other than 'cat' or 'panther'.

Kaden followed in silence. His mind was still on adrenaline level of high and his heart was going a hundred miles an hour again. He sheathed the black diamond sword at his hip and let out a small sigh as the black wings on his back disappeared as usual back into it.

I feel like you're abusing my abilities sometimes, Kaden.

Deal with it. He said simply.

[Boredum]

You shouldn't, Kaden.[/color] Emyt said, still walking, but much slower than usual. The numbness had faded, then pain was brought back. Swearing under his breath, Emyt stopped, leaning on a tree to support himself. A pool of blood soon formed around his leather boots. The blood sapped through his boots. Emyt shivered.

"My back..." He muttered, his eyesight blurring and his knees buckling. His hand quivered, almost dropping the sword. [/size]

[Fury]

Kaden spun and eyed the wound with a wince. "I'd heal it but C'zrin's only got illusions and I haven't any skills in that area. Do you think you can stand long enough to lean on me until we get back to camp? Or will you pass out?" He was genuinely concerned now.

He's right. There's nothing I can do. The best you can do is try to get back soon enough to find something to use to clean and cover it. Stop the bleeding first.

[Boredum]

"It's... Alright... I can make it..." He muttered, looking up towards the camp and sighing. He started walking again, but had to often stop to clear his head. Everything in front of him was spinning.

Kaden, help him get to the camp. I think I might be able to help him...[/color] The red dragon said, his voice quivering with fear of his companion.

Emilisa had bounded over to Emyt, her tail flicking as she went over to the two boys. She purred, placing herself right of Emyt. The boy collapsed once more, swearing.

"I don't know what's happening.." He muttered, looking around. "Everything's swirling..." He whispered before passing out.[/size]

[Fury]

Kaden carefully did his best to pull Emyt along further into the camp. Still Emyt was older and therefore heavier than he could manage so he gave up with an annoyed huff. His eyes held concern but his expression held something else. It was disgust but not at Emyt or the blood of the wound but rather at himself. What kind of hero was he apparently supposed to become when he couldn't even do much to help a friend let alone other people besides?Okay we're back Deqasef. But I have to ask, what in the world are you going to do?

(short post xD not much to saaaay)

[Boredum]

I'm going to try and draw out more of his demonic blood. If it works, he will become easily annoyed and will have more frequent attacks. On you, Kaden. But his blood will stop flowing so fast and he will be able to heal. He might grow more physical characteristics, too.[/color] Deqasef explained.

As soon as he finished talking, fiery colours emitted from the ruby sword. They had swirled only for a few seconds around the alabaster haired boy.

A groan came from Emyt as he regained consciousness. The blood that had ran from his back slowly stopped, and Emyt's eyes looked redder than ever. He whimpered, laying back down and hiding his face with his arms. The bite in his back seemed to be from a movie. Muscle formed where there was none, and a stretch of skin had grown, paler than before.

There. Wait until tomorrow and he'll be just fine... Apart from what I told you before.[/color][/size]