pullmeoutalive | Hotter than the sun in the middle of July;

[ With the festival close at hand, there's no shortage of new faces trickling (or jumping or stowing away or dashing) into Vale. And with Weiss' eagerness to size up the competition before they squared off at the tournament, Yang had seen her fair share of newcomers. Some she could appreciate more than others. Like that guy with the hair that all but screamed "RUFFLE ME" and those abs?. Yeeees. Did it matter which kingdom he hailed from, how he fought? Not really.

It's just a shame that she can't really admire him or chat him up when one of Professor Port's monsters for some sort of demonstration breaks free and goes charging towards the docks.

It's total instinct that has Yang racing towards the beast, instead of away, and she hums a pleased note of satisfaction when her fist connects with its head and sends it flying with a very baffled and agonized roar. Wreathed in flames, of course. When it lands, it doesn't move again.

Lowering her fist, she glances back over her shoulder. Oh, right. ]

Welcome to Vale?

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[In truth, the second that a monster was headed for the dock, Ieyasu was already bracing himself and getting into a stance to intercept the beast - but it appears that there was no need at all. Apparently he'd gotten rather thoroughly beaten to the punch.

Pun only about 70% intended.

Still though, he takes it open himself to be the one to greet their savior, giving her a bright smile.]

Ahaha, thank you! [Probably not exactly what the others would have said seeing as their new accommodations have already lost track of a dangerous monster but Ieyasu doesn't like to live in the past.] That was very impressive. Your skills are admirable!

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It's no big! [ And this could maaaaaybe be construed as modest, if Yang wasn't grinning like she was completely proud of herself, resting one hand on a jutted-out hip. ]

Y'know, Beacon... combat school... if I couldn't put down 'Bearry' for a nap, the world would be bearly standing right now! [ Yang, yes, it's an ursa. Behave. ]

[Wow, that pun was definitely 100% intended. Though at least Ieyasu isn't groaning at it, instead just choosing to laugh and keep his good spirits.]

Clever, too. How lucky we are to have such an amiable person as our greeter! [A pun enthusiast....]

And I'm glad... it promises for an interesting tournament as well if all those in your school are as strong as you are!

[So he's definitely a competitor. One that's getting a rather excited gleam in his eye at the idea of being able to go toe to toe with other fighters - but this girl has a very similar combat style to him. The idea of asking her for a spar ahead of time is already forming.]

[ It's almost like the straightforward optimism of Penny, except not as creepy. Him being a good-looking guy probably helps. ]

They're okay. [ She says this nonchalantly-- but then she laughs, shaking her head. ] Well, no, they're more than okay, so you might wanna up the training, Captain Sunshine! No one's gonna go down so easily!

Excellent! It sounds like there'll be plenty of exciting battles ahead!

[Not that he's hot-blooded or anything. Except he definitely might be. Still though, he's just grinning and figuring that now might be the time to ask if ever-]

At the risk of being too forward, might you be interested in training with me then?

[wow that sounds so much like a chat up line but then he follows]

We actually have very similar fighting styles so I thought it'd be beneficial to learn from another.

[ With a grin, she'll extend a hand to rest a finger right smack dab in the middle of his chest. ]

You're not going to be too gentle with me, are you? A girl like me likes it rough.

[ABORT ABORT ABORT, NOT AS PLANNED. TAKE ME BACK TO MY HOMELAND]

[ . . . except that's really rude and in all honesty he does want to fight in the tournament.... So he's just going to laugh a bit sheepishly and raising his hands in mock surrender.]

If that's.... what the lady wants, I suppose....?

[smooth like sandpaper]

The lady also wants to know your name, but yes! Holding back not allowed. [ A tap to the chest for emphasis. ]

Well, it really wouldn't be very helpful for either of us if we both didn't give it our all, right?

[Which is basically to say that yes, he will agree to not hold back. He wants to make sure that he can face his opponents in this tournament with pride!

But then he's just going to extend his hand out to her easily with a smile. (Also please stop tapping his chest-)]

My name is Ieyasu Tokugawa, miss. It's a pleasure to meet you.

[ But it's a very nice chest-- but fine, she'll move her hand to grasp his for a strong, firm shake. ]

The name's Yang! And I promise, the monsters don't usually greet the students first here.

Yang! What a nice name.

[He's just full of compliments, this one. But he's just going to shrug easily at the next bit-]

It's quite alright. It would've been a nice warm-up after being stuck on a boat for so long.

[is he..... is he serious]

[ As the hand lowers, the eyebrow goes even higher. ]

Is that a daily morning exercise for you or something?

[ . . . that manages to get a head tilt from him.]

Perhaps not daily, but it's certainly enough to get the blood pumping, isn't it?

[someone might be a little hardcore without even realizing]

[ ... Pffffffffft. ]

Hahahaha! I think it's definitely gonna be fun, getting up close and personal with you!

[And that one goes right over his head as his only response is a very enthusiastic-]

Consider me honored!

[ Is this like a bigger, hunkier version of some kind of mystical pure unicorn-- ]

But before we go around punching each other-- do you know where you're staying yet?

[That's a terrifying thought and you should be ashamed.

But at the inquiry he's... suddenly turning a bit sheepish. Ah. He chuckles.]

No... No, I can't say that I do. I suppose that should be the first order of business.

[ She's not ashamed at all. ]

Prooobably! Although I guess if you can't find your spot, you can bunk with me.

[ she may or may not be joking. ]

Ah-

[Certainly he didn't hear that correctly? Though as it sinks in the next moment that yes, yes he did, he kind of just laughs uncertainly.]

That would be rather inappropriate, wouldn't it...? As much as I appreciate the offer, I'll make absolutely certain that I find my place of residence!

Then I'll help! You can owe me a favor later.

[wait what, does that mean he's automatically in her debt-

er. well. it would be rude to deny, so...!]

Ah, if you insist....!

Are you ready to embark on a great and mystifying...

... walk down the street?

[Okay, that manages to surprise a laugh of him but he nods nonetheless.]

A treacherous path indeed! At least I have good company at my side.

That's right! Together, we can take on dangerous chunks of pavement!

[ how... threatening. ]

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