Jaden and I were arguing over what would be worse. Stranded on an island of eternal night with a Daimon or a demon. We finally settled on the fact that it would depend on the demon. Stranded with Simi wouldn't be bad, except she'd run out of BBQ sauce and that could get ugly fast. Of course my opinion was so long as the demon wasn't Artemis, I could make do.

Jaden wasn't amused. But he did make the point that he'd rather be stuck with a Daimon since all a demon would do was try to barter with him for a means to get off the island. Point to Jaden.

Obviously it's been a slow night for both of us. But that's okay. I like the slow nights. Gave me time to practice my skills before Toby pwns me again.

We were also talking about rendezvousing in New York for Comic Con. I missed last year, but this one is supposed to be even better and I heard that the Kenyon woman is going to be there. I think I should definitely check it out and see what's up.

Simi is already planning her Cosplay. Alexion made the comment that we should take Jaden and dress as the whole Trinity Blood crew. We could get Kat to dress as Caterina-- could be a lot of fun. At least until Urian made the comment that I was too bishonen to be Abel or Leon and that I should dress as Dietrich. Urian is now walking funny and his voice is a bit squeaky. He'll heal. I just had to remind him who the real Crusnik was. I definitely pwned him.

Yeah, we definitely have to make a stop into New York and do some scouting about. I think the manga artist might be there too, but since she's not from the US, maybe not. Be interesting to meet the woman who drew us though.

eirini i

I'm sitting here watching Savitar surf on monstrous waves courtesy of a severe squall. But I have to say that this fascination with water, sun (usually) and surf has escaped me. I'd rather fly on the back of a motorcycle or skydive. I don't like to be wet and that big yellow ball is seriously overrated.

But to each his own. Simi's having fun at least. She's in the water, pretending to be a shark and every time Savitar goes down, she bites his leg. That at least is entertaining for me

And speaking of irritations, I was doing the only surfing I enjoy (web) when I stumbled across this.First the books, now manga?! What next?! A video game?! A movie? Gods save me. I've got to find this Kenyon woman and get her to stop spilling all our secrets.

That being said, I do have to say I like myself as a manga character, but did they have to put Artie in it? Damn, I can't escape her even on a poster.

Pax.

I'm coming up for air after my latest round of answering "Help me, Mr. Wizard!" calls from the Dark-Hunters and being Artie's favorite past time. I swear there are times when I hate the world or at least my place in it. This would definitely be one of them.

Finding peace in the chaos. I think that's what life really means. There was a time when Artemis was that for me. When I lived and died for her smile. I think back on those days and they are beyond bittersweet. I willingly tied myself to her. I've no one else to blame. It was my stupidity. My decision. I suppose Savitar is right. You'll never see the moments coming that will forever mutilate your life-- at least not until after they've mowed you down.

I've definitely mangled mine which is why I'm baffled every time someone comes to me for advice on anything. I want to shout at them, "Run! If I knew the answers, don't you think I'd have made better choices for myself?" Obviously, I'm an idiot who doesn't know what he's doing.

And in the background is REO Speedwagon taunting me with the one thing I know I can never do. Leave it all behind. I accepted this responsibility and it's not in me to run from it. I am the leader and the go-between for the Dark-Hunters and Artemis. It's a job I can't forsake. Too many lives depend on me. So here I stand, a willing slave who dreams of a time and place where he can be free. A man who only wants a small refuge from the storm winds that are brewing around me. Whatever comes, I'll be here to fight against it. For better. For worse. I am here, World, and so long as I have breath, I will keep you safe. My soul may be in thrall, but my spirit is free. It has the wings that were broken off my back centuries ago and so long as it stands intact, I will survive. And so will you.

Time for Me to Fly: REO Speedwagon

I've been around for you
I've been up and down for you
But I just can't get any relief
I've swallowed my pride for you
I've lived and lied for you
But you still make me feel like a thief

You got me stealin' your love away
'Cause you never give it
Peeling the years away
And we can't relive it
I make you laugh
And you make me cry
I believe it's time for me to fly

You said we'd work it out
You said that you had no doubt
That deep down we were really in love
Oh, but I'm tired of holding on
To a feeling I know is gone
I do believe that I've had enough

I've had enough of the falseness
Of a worn out relation
Enough of the jealousy
And the intoleration
I make you laugh
And you make me cry
I believe it's time for me to fly

{Refrain} Time for me to fly
Oh, I've got to set myself free
Time for me to fly
And that's just how it's got to be
I know it hurts to say goodbye
But it's time for me to fly

Oh, don't you know it's...
{Refrain}

It's time for me to fly