Video; Dec 3rd; both courts

[cagedinflesh]

Good day.

I'm afraid a mistake has been made. As I understand it, it's the Seelie court which should seek my loyalty, and yet I have found myself among the Unseelie. I intend no offence to members of either court, nor disloyalty to the court I have been placed with, yet it is a perplexity. Simply put, I am left to wonder if this was indeed the intent and there has been no confusion, or if my own confusion is sound. It's...troubling, for reasons I apologise for not detailing.

Similarly, I'm looking for a friend, most likely among the Seelie, if present. He's about seventeen, Japanese, and you'll know him for a foolish innocence and investment in justice. Better still, being terribly easily flustered.

[Giving a name would be better, and it does make it apparent this friend is his Master, to anyone in the know, but it is still even just a little bit safer to keep Tatsumi's name secret. He can't jeopardise the boy's safety.]

Ah, one more thing. I'm a doctor, therefore if anyone is ever in need of medical attention, I am always available, particularly for those outside the courts who may not have access to their infirmaries. I should note, however, my practice may not be up-to-date for some. Although I do promise I don't suck. [He laughs lightly.] -That's right, a name would be helpful, wouldn't it? I suppose it's best to continue with Berserker for now, although I am aware there is another by the name. If that name holds meaning to you, I believe it's important we speak. Perhaps more privately.

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[cagedinflesh]

No, of course. The point in time itself would have no meaning, only who we are at that point. I understand your meaning.

[He offers a smile. It may not be his best, but it's far from the worst. There is still a wamth to it.]

You're exactly right, of course. Yet it is a difficult thing all the same.

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[scorchedchivalry]

Believe me when I say that I understand. Habits are, of course, hard to overcome and when we are conditioned to have everything good taken from us, the idea of reaching for what we want is daunting.

Leave yourself open to the possibilities before you. Know what is and what is not a chain you have locked about yourself.

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[cagedinflesh]

[What can he say to that? Of course part of him knows what he has done, the reason his other self could exist, why he has become so strong. It's exactly that. Denying himself so much and denying so many aspects of himself. But if he wants the opposite, and acts on that desire, then why should the worser ones still exist, and why should they colour him.]

...Yes, I suppose that must be the case. I have always tried just a bit too hard to act in a way which would allow me to hold my head high. I suppose most must experience that feeling, at least at some point in their lives. Thank you, sir, for your wise words.

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[scorchedchivalry]

You are most welcome. [She doesn't seem bothered at all by being called 'sir'.]

I am called Saber. Who do I have the pleasure of speaking with?

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[cagedinflesh]

-Saber?

[That was not at all the name he was expecting to hear. Not that the 'young man' doesn't seem suited, rather that odd feeling of familiarity may then have some reason, but this is then the third Saber he's met. ...If this Saber is another? Wasn't that man blonde, and quite young? But that's little reason for assumption. If only he could better recall.]

I am Servant Berserker.

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[scorchedchivalry]

[There was a long moment of silence.]

You are rather calm for a Berserker.

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[cagedinflesh]

Ah, yes, well...

[Thanks for poking at a rather sore subject.]

At this time, the Mad Enhancement is inactive. -I'm sorry, have we met? Rather, you wouldn't recognise me, you did not take part in the First War - did you?

YOU SAW NOTHING

[scorchedchivalry]

Even those of the Berserker Class with their Mad Enhancement suppressed tend to not be this... polite.

And you are correct: I have participated in both the Fourth and the Fifth Wars.

I DO THAT SO MUCH

[cagedinflesh]

I see, then of course we haven't, my apologies.

[At least he smiles for that, just a bit.]

No, I suppose other Berserkers wouldn't be quite the same. But then, my legend is surely quite different. It's merely the politeness expected of my time and rank.

It never stops being embarrassing when it happens

[scorchedchivalry]

It is quite interesting to meet a Servant here that I do not know. There are several here and all of them I have crossed blades with at some point.

[Even that other Saber Servant, but you know... father/son relations at its best.]

It really doesn't...

[cagedinflesh]

Truly? How strange you should all be linked. Though I suppose taking part in two wars does help. You would be only the second Servant I have been able to speak with, the other of which was also a Saber, at the feast. You must forgive me then if I conduct myself improperly.

[When he says the second he's spoken to, that includes during the war, after all.]

[scorchedchivalry]

Between both my respective Wars and my legend... [She shook her head.] Do not worry about it. As long as you do not harm those I call mine or undermine the Unseelie efforts, I will have no quarrel with you.

...that other Saber you spoke to, though, is one I have a responsibility to. Should that Servant trouble you, please contact me immediately.

[cagedinflesh]

Someone you know? I doubt I should have quarrel with him - ah, would you then, be a knight as well?

[Knowing the other Saber, presumably from legend, and being a Saber as well...]

I swear to you I intend no harm on anyone at all. My purpose is the protection of human life. Although - as a Berserker Class Servant, there are certain things which I may have no control over.

[scorchedchivalry]

I am - among other things. Still, keep my request in mind in regards to that Saber.

I am aware of the particular quirks of the Berserker Class. Do not hold it against me should your Mad Enhancement become active and I take necessary measures.

[cagedinflesh]

How marvellous! As I told that Saber, I hold a deep respect for knights - what's more, England is my home, as well.

I would never think to hold anger over such a thing. If that were to happen, then please do stop me, in any way you must.

[He says 'if', but he knows it will. He knows Hyde. Although he doesn't account for the extreme likelihood he himself will make use of his Noble Phantasm, sooner or later.]

[scorchedchivalry]

[Oh, if Berserker knew who that other Saber really was. In a way, it was sad that Mordred's legend would become one that centered on her betrayal. Saber would not give her son's identity to those who did not Need to Know.]

Ah... a loyal subject. I served Britain my whole life.

[cagedinflesh]

[She says 'subject', but then 'served'. He takes a moment to sort out the differences. The first would imply a position of greater power than a knight, but servitude is just the opposite.]

Were you a member of the Royal Family? Or perhaps some form of Duke or Earl?

[scorchedchivalry]

King. [Damn her inability to lie.]

...and if you wish to continue this conversation any further, before you hastily blurt out names, you will turn the conversation private.

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[cagedinflesh]

[What he does do hastily is filter the conversation. More an instinctive reaction to such an order, than intent to make use of its function for practical reasons.]

I wouldn't be so rude as to presume, I assure you, Your Majesty! Had I known - I apologise, profusely, for any transgression I may have made against you.

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[scorchedchivalry]

As long as you refrain from openly speaking of my status, there will be no transgression. I prefer to go by Saber - only Saber - and my crown is not something I want widely known. Too many here know of my legend.

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[cagedinflesh]

[He nods.] Yes, I understand. I feel an immense guilt in keeping my identity hidden, and yet, it would be far too well known. Saber you shall remain. Though truly, you do have my utmost respect. I shall try to refrain, too, from making a guess as to your true name.

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[scorchedchivalry]

I do not care if you guess at my true name. I will neither confirm or deny it unless without a formal introduction. [aka pony up first, Berserker.]

Regardless, I am still your king.

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[cagedinflesh]

You mustn't grab at my curiosity so! My excitement for the possibility of meeting some childhood hero is too great, it's all too cruel!

[But for all that enthusiasm, he does hear the note. Not without his name too. He doesn't want to be seen for what he is, it's been so good to simply be what he is presented as. But, it might be important for another Servant to know, for that inevitable day when Hyde is uncontrollable. And certainly Saber seems trustworthy - a knight and king, his king. And she is not involved in his own war... There's a pause as he considers, pressing his lips together in thought.]

Dr. Henry Jekyll. You should know, to be able to stop me, someday.

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[scorchedchivalry]

[Saber then inclined her head.]

Arturia Pendragon, rightful heir of Uther Pendragon, King of Knights, better known as Arthur, King of the Britons.




[...though now she knew why this Servant was of the Berserker Class.]

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[cagedinflesh]

[Berserker's eyes practically shine - King Arthur is one he could only have give pointless but hopeful guesses toward. Yet it's the truth here.]

Oh...! I do so admire you, immensely, shameful as it is to openly show such excitement - you must forgive me. Yet I never thought I should meet such a wonderful hero!