eachdraidh | Video; Dec 3rd; both courts

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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I like to ask questions and understand where others come from. I'm of the neutral persuasion myself.

Ah, that would make sense, then. I confess it a relief to hear others take a neutral stance, as so many have chided me for such thinking. Saying it's impossible to stay away from involvement.

They're also right about that. No matter where you stand, you will get involved. That's impossible to avoid.

[He frowns to himself.]

Ah. If you agree, then I suppose it really must be so.

[That's... Quite the problem. Especially considering Hyde.]

Would they accept my medical assistance in lieu of combat, do you think?

Likely. There's always a market for those skills.

[A sigh of relief.] Awesome. When the time comes, I shall give it a go. ...Have you, sir, been called to action? That is, if you do not mind my asking.

No. Neither here, nor home.

[Waver you liar. At least he's not the only one.]

Then, do you have a plan, for the apparently inevitable day?

Find where the biases in information lie. Cut to the truth. Spread that to everyone, and hope that they make the right decisions.

[To be called up is to be expected to fight, rather than decide on your own. Not a lie.]

[That wasn't at all the answer he was expecting. Berserker pauses, now all the more interested. That angle hadn't occured to him. He may be incredibly dishonest in certain ways, but in most, lying or false pretenses don't even seem to be an option.]

A sort of infiltration. You must have thought this through rather thoroughly. Hearing such a take on it, I feel I would be remiss if I did not somehow follow suit... It would be quite the opportunity.

It just seems the obvious thing, doesn't it? Just figure out the reality of the situation independent of the courts.

Indeed, now you've said it, I find it hard to believe the thought had not occured to me. It is rather obvious. But then, I suppose you must possess a greater inherent bravery than I.

I've also had more time to get used to the idea. You're new, and this is overwhelming.

Even so. It should not be so overwhelming for me. [He has been called to a war before, after all.] I believe the issue lies more in dedication to certain guidelines, which in such circumstances may become a hindrance.

Flexibility is the key, really.

You must be right. However, I've never been much good at it, unfortunately.

[Which might certainly seem to be part of the reason he's a Berserker.]

An old man set in his ways. [He laughs.] I must admire your ability.

I'm only 40. Surely you're younger.

Ah, not so far off. Yet I am still older, fifty-one.

[Not including the hundred or so years between his life and the Grail War. Details.]

Then you've time yet to gain the skill.

Fair enough, I shall certainly make the attempt.

With luck to you then, sir.

Thank you. Might I ask after your name, Mister...?

Lord El-Melloi II.

--Ah, my apologies, Lord El-Melloi! I had no idea!

[Not for recognising the name at all, only that he didn't pay proper respect to someone above his social rank.]

I'm Berserker, it's a pleasure to meet you.

[II he notes.]

You can't apologise for not having that information. Don't dwell on it.

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