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The alarm clock in one of the dorm rooms in Balamb Garden rang out, but the bed beside it was already empty and had apparently been slept in if the scattered blankets said anything. The youth in the other bed groaned as he got out of bed and went across the room, "He always forgets to turn it off."
Seta Souji, the owner of the empty bed, was already out in the lobby and was jogging around the circle which led to every room on the first floor. It was just another day for Souji. He had already gotten his fill at the cafeteria and it was now time for some calastitics. The boy went around two more times then proceed up the stairs to the elevator and the second floor.
The boy exited the elevator and proceed to his classroom. As usual, Souji was one of the first ones in class and took his seat in the middle row to await for class to start.
Post by FF:JE Manager on Dec 11, 2012 20:53:10 GMT
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"Good morning everyone. As many of you will have heard, Balamb Garden is now regularly taking recruits out for their exams due to the oncoming war with Shin-ra in Midgar. We have allied ourselves with Galbadia even with our current past, there comes a time when the misunderstandings and hate needs to stop."
Instructor Treppe looked back to you all, her eyes had heavy black bags underneath and you could see she was having trouble trying to stay awake. This was out of the ordinary for Quistis but desperate times called for desperate measures. Headmaster Cid hadn't been seen for at least a week to those who didn't have permission to venture into his office, the whole staff were on some days running around like headless chickens.
"Before I take todays class I want to ask if there is anyone here who feels ready to take their field exam. The written exam can come once you are a SeeD, your abilities and skill in the battlefield are paramount. Knowledge can be learnt over time but your passion and instinct for SeeD are immediate. Please line up at the door if you feel ready."
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Without a moment's hesitation, Souji sprang to his feet and was at the door, first in line, "I'm ready Instructor Treppe. Matter fact better than that, I'm always ready." The student began to bounce from foot to foot as he prepared his body for the trials that were about to begin. That thought of failure never crossed the young student's mind. He had been training for this for years, why wouldn't he pass? With the thoughts of becoming a SeeD in his mind, Souji completely missed how Instructor Treppe looked off today or even the urgency in her tone, all he thought of was success.
Post by FF:JE Manager on Dec 21, 2012 20:29:06 GMT
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"Ok Erinna please take Seta to the designated place for the exam and good luck."
Erinna looked to you and smiled as she exited the classroom, she placed her arms behind her back as she walked down the corridor. From beneath her navy blue jacket appeared a small lizard like creature which sat on her shoulder. It looked more like a minature dragon.
"I am Erinna Parker and I will be your instructor and support through out your exam. We will be travelling to the outskirts of Balamb, we have reports of fiends causing quite a lot of trouble. Is there anything you wish to ask me?"
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Souji looked over his class as they decided not to participate, "Do not worry class." Souji made a fist and pumped it in front of his body, "You'll all be with me while I pass this exam." Souji looked over to Erinna, "No questions here, just actions. Instruct me and I shall succeed" The young boy jumped in to the air, "Yahooooo." As he ran out of the classroom and into the hall way, pushing the button on the elevator and waiting for it to arrive on his floor, 'The elevator always takes so long, whats wrong with stairs?' Thought Souji too himself as he waited.
Post by FF:JE Manager on Dec 30, 2012 14:11:08 GMT
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"I hope you are well prepared for this. We are training to take on a much greater foe which is going to end up in a world war. We have to stay strong and make sure we are on the correct side."
The elevator reached the ground floor and the door opened once again. The small darong creature on top of Erinna's shoulder turned around and slid back down inside her navy blue jacket. She buttoned her jacket up to her neck before turning back to you and smiling.
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He stood against the wall waiting for the Instructor to return from the other classrooms. It wouldn't be long until the elevator would open and he'd see her and another person come out. It looks like he wouldn't be alone after all. He'd approach the two and extend his hand to the guy. "You can call me Vashtor or Vash its a pleasure to met you. I'd assume we'll be partners." He hoped this guy was ready because he felt that anything that could happen would happen.
Souji literally jumped for joy as his fellow SeeD student introduced himself. Upon landing he took his hand with both of his and shook vigorously,"I'm Souji. I'm extremely pleased to meet you Vash." Souji smiled and looked towards his instructor, "I got an awesome idea." Souji jumped once again and knelt down in running position at the top of the stairs that overlooked the lobby, "Since there's now two of us, let's have an extreme race to Balamb." The energetic boy shot Vash a thumbs up then looked back at their instructor, "Just tell us when it starts." His body pulsed with energy as he awaited the start of the race.
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"If you are up to it Vashtor then please take your mark, I will drive on ahead."
The young instructor made her way to Seta's side and held her arm up in the air, other students had stopped what they were doing to watch what was going on. Erinna turned her head and used her hand to motion for the other students to carry on with whatever they were doing.
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This seemed like it was going to be the beginning of a beautiful partnership. Souji was a high spirt kind of guy from his observation. The second thing he noticed was his unarmed body he didn't see a weapon on him. The was safe to assume he was a martial artist. This would be interesting for sure there fighting styles were sure to be different. Ä race you say sounds like fun don't hold back now haha!" Vash would say. So he'd get in position and wait for the cue then take off.
Without a moment's hesitation, Souji was off as soon as go was said. He jumped from the top of the stairs yelling "YAHOOOO!" Students began to look around at the yelling youth, but most had learned that, that noise was just Soui being Souji. The youth hit the ground running and was quickly on his way to Balamb. The two students seemed evenly matched in speed. One would seem to gain the lead for a bit, followed by the other catching up and taking the lead back for a little. In regular intervals, Souji yelled, "EXTREME!" To keep his body pumped up, but it was already loving this challenge. As Balamb came into view, the two student's body seemed to responding giving it all they had. They raced neck and neck till they reached the outskirts of Balamb.
Both seemed to stop simultaneously once within spitting distance of Balamb. Souji stood, back straight, with his hands on the top of his head to help with breathing, "Good race." Souji said with a smile, trying to catch his breath, as he looked around for their instructor.
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"Now that you have that out of your system the field exam will begin shortly once I have briefed you."
The young Instructor swung her arms behind her back and began to pace in front of you both, she didn't look too amused at all. From her hip swung a black leather whip much like the one Instructor Quistis used as her weapon.
"We have it on good authority that enemy forces are going to try and infiltrate Balamb. We are to keep watch for the next few hours until more reinforcements arrive. I want you both to guard the entrance while I observe and go through Balamb. The port and train station are being guarded already so this entrance should be the only way in. Any questions?"
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It looked like there race had ended in draw Souji would be a worthy partner. His high energy should keep him alert while the move though their mission. Once being briefed his persona would change pull a whole 360 if you will. He wasn't going to let Balamb be taken even if he died trying. He wasn't the strongest person but he could hold his own in a fight if need be.
"You can count on us Instructor we won't let you down..... most likely haha." He had hoped that she or at least Souji would laugh. It would lighten the mood slightly if he wasn't they only on slightly nervous. "Souji i think we should new a little bit about each others fighting styles... I'll go first. I'm a martial artist specializing in Muay Thai with decent perception skills."
Once the instructor left Vashtor would clam his mind in become in tune with his surroundings. He'd be able to hear any sounds that average ears cold hear. See things averages would strain to see. Smell things average noses would ignore. He'd be ready if or when anything came.
Souji continued to hop in place and as he kept his body in motion. "Consider this entrance secure." The boy smiled at his instructor and gave her a thumbs up. "Ain't nothing coming through here." The boy may still be a student, but his confidence in his fighting ability was through the roof, even if his actually skills weren't.
Souji looked to his ally and his body stopped hopping as he considered the questions, "Never really given much thought to my style." Said Souji, "I guess my style would be to the EXTREME!" The student began hopping again and punching at the air. As he prepared his body for his challenge, he began to forget this was a SeeD Exam. This would decide if he was going to be a SeeD or not. The amount of pressure that would be on a normal student seemed to roll right off him. He treated this like any other day.
Post by FF:JE Manager on Jan 15, 2013 18:55:12 GMT
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For at least an hour there was no sign of any enemy or hostile forces but what you did see in the distance near where Balamb Garden was situated was the horizon was sort of...wobbling. As the wobbling came closer you would see a horde of fire flans! They slinked towards you and gurgled as they approached you.
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Souji hopped from side to side to keep his body in motion so he was always alert. The teen took guard duty as an important task. Not only that, it was an exam to become a SeeD, Souji goal since as long as he could remember. Throwing a few punches in the air to keep himself prepped, Souji continue to glance for any enemies. In the distance, the sight of red flans filled the cadets eyes.
Souji pumped both arm by his side, "Finally, something to guard against." Without thinking, the cadet rushed towards the flans with his hands balled into fists. Sliding to a stop a few yards before the flans, Souji began to gather the magic within his body. The cadet flexed the muscle in his arms as the magic pumped up his body, making a grow every so slightly. "EXTREME!" Souji screamed as he felt the magic rush through his body.
By the time his body was charged, the flans had crossed the distance and began charging up fire attacks. Souji swung his entire body and punched the nearest flan, sending it flying and momentarily disabled. Souji went into a dash immediately as fireballs were sent his way. Diving over the next closest flan, some of the fireballs hit the flan instead. While not harming it, they left him safe from them. One went high over the flan as Souji rolled on his landing and was back on his feet. A scorching pain went through his back as the fireball hit him.
The cadet yelled in pain, but that only gave him motivation to take these guys out. While the flan reading for another attack, Souji dashed towards the flan he dived over and gave him an uppercut which took the flan in the air a few feet, to about Souji's shoulders. Punching as fast as possible, the flan was went flying and upon landing began to shrivel up. The cadet instantly his the ground as he heard the sound of fireballs coming his way and soared over him.
Souji rolled to the side and was back on his feet running towards the nearest flan. With only 3 left and one still disabled, Souji liked his odds. The cadet moved his right fist as far back as he could, slid to the stop, and twisted his body to put as much force as possible in his punch. "Extreme!" Souji screamed as he punched the flan which just toppled it over as he shriveled into nothing. The two flans nearest sent fireballs to Souji which he punched away. While it still hurt, with his magic infused fists made the pain less than hitting his body. Plus the adrenaline pumping through his veins made it seem like nothing, but he'd feel it later.
Souji moved to the flan on his left and let loose a barrage of punched. Souji got lost in his attack that he didn't notice when his fists were hitting thin air due to the defeat of the flan. Souji set his sights of the other flan, but the disabled flan had regained his composure and had sent a fireball his way. The fireball landed on the cadet's left bicep leaving it with a searing pain. Souji staggered as the pain coursed through his body. The left arm would need some time to heal before being back up. Thankfully he still had his right. Souji rushed the flan nearby and grabbed it with his right hand. Tossing the flan over his shoulder, the flan hit the once disabled flan and both shriveled slightly. Not wanting to waste this time, Souji ran as full speed and gave both a punch from his right arm and finished the job.
With the battle over, the adrenaline began to leave his body and pain replaced it. Souji moved slowly back in front of the Balamb entrance as a green aura radiated from right hand which was placed on his left bicep, healing the pain of the burn. The cadet waited in front of Balamb with his smile on his face knowing he had done his duty and protected the city, at least for now.