[Action/Video] Transmission 006 - In Which Lady Vastra Gets Into A Little Dust-Up

[eversohungry]

[Action/Accidental Video]

[Perhaps it had been her previous encounter with Edmundo 'The Self-Proclaimed Blade' that had Vastra unwilling to exit her apartment without carrying her sword with her. Truth be told, whenever she's out and about her bustle hides more than just padding, so she's never completely unarmed. But until a few days had passed without any vandalism-related incidents, Vastra mentally refuses to go anywhere without her sword.]

[Fortunately.]

[Early in the afternoon, as she's heading for the stables, Vastra is approached by four droids with clear intentions of subduing her. Their intentions don't last very long--Vastra made a hobby of taking apart sentient machines before her time in Luceti. Ones with artificial intelligence weren't exactly difficult to dispatch.]

[She stands, a little winded from the battle (it's been a while since she's had four targets at once) and surrounded by droid parts.]

I think not. [She mutters to herself as she examines her sword and rolls her eyes in supreme annoyance. Of course her sword is damaged, it had always been damaged after every dealing with a Cyberman. The hem of her gown has also been completely ripped out, in addition to the underarms of both sleeves, and her lip is split--she is a very irate mess right about now.]

[And what's more, Vastra now realizes that her journal was recording the whole thing. Grimacing, she quickly shuts it and ends the feed.]



[Intentional Video]

I had been wondering how long it would be before the Malnosso attempted to get my attention with some of their robotic servants. However I did not appreciate the method of the invitation at all. And neither did my sword.

[She brings said weapon into frame. In places, it closely resembles a bread knife, there are so many dents in the blade.] Yes, I know I should simply take it to the weapons shop, however this blade is of very particular intrinsic value and I don't want to leave it just anywhere without knowing it is being properly cared for. I am hoping to speak with someone directly regarding doing a repair.

Comments

Video

[the_dead_pool2]

I much prefer blasting robots with guns personally. Works a lot better, and it doesn't damage the weapons. I can take a look at the sword if you want.

Video

[eversohungry]

As useful as a good firearm can be, where and when I am from I have to exercise options that aren't quite so... noisy. Not to mention the choice I have for firearms is pathetic at best. [If she had the inclination to let Strax tend to the construction and upkeep of something, it would make certain things much simpler. However, it was far easier for the accidental-witness to accept a veiled woman with a sword than a veiled woman with a gun that shot laser beams.]

Are you a weapons expert of some sort, then?

Video

[the_dead_pool2]

Pretty much, I am one badass mofo. I've used highly advanced prototype weapons with all those shiny laser sights and beams, and special targeting, to throwing knives, and basic spears, and everything in between.

[He shrugs]

So yes, weapon expert of some sort fits.

Video

[eversohungry]

... [Vastra lets that hang for a minute, not exactly sure how to parse 'badass mofo'. But the resume is impressive enough.]

I know a Sontaran who would absolutely love to destroy you. It's a compliment, I promise.

My sword is a very delicate thing, though. It's... vintage, I suppose is the best word for it. I couldn't get another one if something happened to it.

Video

[the_dead_pool2]

If some people didn't want to kill and or dismember me or otherwise make my life miserable, I'd be worried, personally.

[He gives a shrug]

Alright, so what is it made of?

Video

[eversohungry]

It is the mark of an interesting life, I can say that.

The sword is steel, nothing strange. But the swordmaker is... most likely dead by now, and his apprentices didn't exactly like looking me in the eye. So I try to take care of it as best I can.

Video

[the_dead_pool2]

Should be doable. If it isn't made of any space material that shouldn't be an issue. Metal is at least not too rare around these parts.

voice

[relictusdeus]

[The Forgemaster addresses her in his teasing, husky drawl.]

That could be arranged, perhaps.

[There's the drumming of fingers against a table, slow and steady in thought.] And what might you would be willing to offer for such a service?

voice

[eversohungry]

[Vastra flares her nostrils slightly at the address. It does have a hint of arrogance to it, but Vastra suspects that arrogance probably comes with a level of skill to back it.]

Well, given that we are perfect strangers and there is no currency in Luceti, I am a little hard-pressed to think of something suitable.

voice

[relictusdeus]

A vial of blood shall suffice. [He suggests, without missing a beat.] Are you opposed?

voice

[eversohungry]

If it's not mine, would you be opposed?

[Also without missing a beat.]

voice

[relictusdeus]

[It's the first time someone has reacted this way to his request and he lets out a breathy, easy chuckle.]

Well -- [A light sigh.] -- 'twouldn't be nearly as exciting... and I would know were I given the blood of any bird or small beast. [He hums low in his throat.] I would ask for something more... intangible, I assure you, but I have found it to be a rather unreliable form of payment.

voice > video

[eversohungry]

True enough. Taking payment in the form of favors from strangers is more or less agreeing to work for free.

I suppose I would have to ask what you would plan to do with a vial of my blood. It might not be what you're looking for-- [She switches on the video, perhaps as a reminder of what she looks like.] --if you're hoping for a human sampling.

[ video ]

[universal_charm]

_{[ He hadn't really been close to many swords except Hikaru's katana, but that was an advanced metal, since Hikaru's was retractable. ]}

I wish I could tell you someone who would good for that sort of thing, cause what you did earlier was pretty bad-ass. I only know people who use them though, not make them.

Maybe someone knows magic that can fix it right up?

[ video ]

[eversohungry]

I wouldn't call it that, Captain. I would hope most people have some kind of escape plan should a similar situation arise. [...okay, so maybe it was fairly impressive. But Vastra's not about to let on.]

Perhaps. I'm hoping to find a suitable candidate somewhere in Luceti, and quickly. One never knows when the next draft may happen, and while equipment requests can be filled I refuse to go without my own sword on my hip.

Re: [ video ]

[universal_charm]

I think you expect a bit much of people, Vastra.

Probably not a bad idea. I find myself missing my phaser more often than not around here.

[ video ]

[eversohungry]

I did say 'hope', not 'assume'. I don't have quite that much faith in you apes. [She grins and chuckles.]

So this 'phaser' hasn't appeared in the item or weapons shops yet?

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[universal_charm]

Apes is a step up from monkeys, so I'll take it.

Not that I've seen? But it's a type of gun, sort of, so I think they keep a tighter reign on those, right? Or maybe they just don't like me in particular.

[ video ]

[eversohungry]

[She laughs.] Apologies, Captain. Old habits die hard.

[Vastra considers the point about the gun, tilting her head in thought.] Perhaps they don't care for you, yes. However I can see them being wary of putting advanced weaponry in an enclosure with not-so-advanced inhabitants. Imagine what damages that... 'Blade' man would have caused with something like that.

[Video]

[swordprincess]

[Wow, another person who considers a sword to be of intrinsic value. Karla can almost feel a kindred spirit here already.]

[She peers at the blade on the screen.]

Wow...that looks pretty bad.

Still, I think the smithy will take good care of it. They've fixed my blade numerous times, and it holds...intrinsic value for me as well.

[Video]

[eversohungry]

Really? Do you remember who exactly you left your blade with? [Vastra can settle for a good reference from a fellow swordswoman.]

[Video]

[swordprincess]

Ah...I don't remember whom I gave it to. Sorry...

[She's terrible at remembering the random people she meets.]

Although...there was another time when I left my blade with a man named Isaac so that he may duplicate it. However, he kept the duplicate as payment for his work.

[Video]

[eversohungry]

Yes, he does seem fond of requesting payment...

How many times have you damaged your sword to the point of it needing repair? It sounds as though it has been a regular occurrence for you.

[Video]

[swordprincess]

That he does...

[And some unusual forms of payment as well...but then again, there’s no money, so what can one do?]

Well, I’ve never damaged it to that point. I just take it regularly to keep it as sharp and sturdy as it can be. Roughly every other week.

[Video]

[eversohungry]

Probably a good habit to get in to, if the weapon takes weekly abuse. I haven't been using my sword as much, but perhaps I should try to get into that habit.