1282/Kesta

Kesta
Date of Scene:	04 July 2017
Location:	Unknown
Synopsis:	Summary needed
Cast of Characters:	1088, Juggernaut, Terra

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Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
Its afternoon and things are definitely a little busy this close to a national holiday. At Vernon Memorial park, there are a few people grilling. A few people spending time with families. Its a very nice place for a get together. One person though isn't around the picture of Americana. One person is away from the group next to a grill. That is a young redhead woman dressed in goth style attire.

Sienna Quinlan is that young woman. She is standing there just looking at the grill and talking to herself. "Okay, I have to learn to control this or its going to get worse. Okay lets see." She moves a hand toward the grill. "Fire!" Nothing happens. "I command you to ignite?" Still nothing. "Ignis?" She tries speaking latin. Again nothing happens. "Why won't this work! Any other time stuff just randomly lights up!"

Juggernaut has posed:
    She is not alone in her detachment from the festivities, though in the case of Cain Marko, the reasons have more to do with disinterest then any concern over mastering forces both arcane and mysterious.

No, no, the red haired bruiser busies himself..eating hotdogs. He looms over a slightly panicked and visibly nervous hotdog vendor who trembles in the presence of the gargantuan man and waits for him to finish looking over a menu sporting various collections of junk food, soda and other assortments to buy alongside the dog itself. Cain gives the nervous man about as much attention as a passing thunderstorm gives a person and instead eventually reaches his meaty hand forth to grab a few bags of chips. He then reaches into his pocket and tosses a curled up bill at the man for payment.

"..Calm down, I'm not going to eat you. Damn." he finally rumbles in irritation. Not that he minds being feared but sheesh. He just wants a hot dog.

Needless to say he's currently as oblivious to Seinna's predicament as he is everyone else.

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    Atlee has found herself actually able to attend a July 4th celebration this year! So far, no supervillain attacks, alien invasions, or patriotic themed robberies. She's even shed her normal comfortable t-shirt for what she has been assured is a properly patriotic stars and stripe bikini top, which at least is good for the July heat. Though she does feel like there should be more fabric in it for what she was asked to pay. It does go well with her white cotton shorts and sandals as she pads along. She's apparently run across other vendors of patriotism on her way, as perched on the yellow duffel she has slung over one arm is a little beanie bear holding a tiny American flag and wearing an Uncle Sam top hat.

    Cain's size draws a curious look, but she doesn't seen nearly as threatened or bothered by it as the poor vendor, shooting a cheerful smile her way as she continues past.

    On the other hand, the activities of Sienna are much more curious. Not just because of the obvious goth outfit, which Atlee finds fascinating. Not a look she feels she could pull off, but she does admire the intricacies and complexities of such outfits. But the whole waving of the hand at the grill definite is unusual.

    She walks up a bit behind her, quietly, then asks. "What are you doing?" in a truly curious, interested tone.

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
Sienna Quinlan looks up. She hasn't seen the towering man chowing on hot dogs yet. Though the arrival of Atlee catches her off guard. She jumps in fear. "EEP! Oh Umm!" As she freaks a little fire errupts around the grill but not in it. The flames don't last long and burn out quick. "Sorry." She frowns.

Quietly she moves over to a bench and sits down. "Sorry I was trying to learn to get control of my abilities. Its really tough for me and I dunno who to talk to about them but, I have to try. Otherwise I'm going to wind up hurting someone!"

A tall woman covered in a violet cloak moves her way toward the towering man. "Oh. You are a tall one aren't you? What are you eating?" She asks. She sounds rather sweet if not a bit mysterous. "How would you like to help me out a little. If you assist me, I will pay for your lunch? It won't be difficult."

Juggernaut has posed:
    An entire hotdog half is shoved into Cain's mouth with a single finger. Not quite literally vaccuming the thing up, but it's clear he enjoys his food and takes big bites when so inclined. When the woman approaches him, he just gives her a sideways glance, at first inclined to just ignore her and go back to his snacking until she speaks. He does a double take and makes a slight gesture with the hand holding the remaining portion of his hot dog, waving it around a little as he responds, "Don't you know what a hot dog is, lady?" Her sweet tone is lost on him, impacting against his mood like waves against a bored cliff disinclined to acknowledge them. Her offer though, does draw his curiousity and he raises an eyebrow.

"Depends on what you want.." He finally answers. "I'm kinda eatin', here."

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    Atlee watches the wash of flame with interest, then smiles at her. "Oh, I see! That's wise, practicing a fire talent in the grills like that. I'd imagine it could get out of hand very quickly otherwise." She shifts the duffel on her shoulder, walking over, then sitting next to Sienna, stretching out as she raises her arms in a long stretch, before she rests them on the back of the bench. "Well...what kind of abilities are they? Maybe I could offer suggestions." she says helpfully. "It took me a bit to get used to my abilities too, but I had friends to help me practice and train."

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
Sienna Quinlan frowns, "Magic." She looks around and rubs her head. "I've been having magical flares since I was a baby apparently. My parents kept it from me because they wanted me to have a normal life. They hid it from me!" She frowns and rain begins falling around her. Its not a big storm. Just a small rain cloud. "Ugh! I don't need help feeling lousey!" The rain stops.

Back at the hot dog vendor, "There is a young woman here. She is special to me and I need to speak with her in private. Fear not, no harm shall come to her. She is precious and she is just discovering a part of what she is capable of. If you can insure that my conversation takes place, I will pay for your lunch." She smiles and her red lips can be seen.

Juggernaut has posed:
    This draws a snort from Cain as he eyes the woman, "What do you expect me to do? Kidnap her? That'll go over well. The park's only full of people, cops, and who knows what else. Awful lot of trouble for a lunch I already paid for." Cain is often mistaken for being dumb but he's got a sharp wit about him and he eyes the woman with growing sarcasm and dismissiveness, clearly not buying into the request. He smirks slowly, "What do I got a 'Goon for Hire' shirt on or something? Maybe I'm a youth pastor...."

He finishes off the hot dog, movements and actions deliberate as he does so and he then rumbles, after chewing, "Where's the girl at anyway?"

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    Atlee looks thoughful as she catches some of the rain, but doesn't seem to mind. Bikinis are for water anyway, right? "I'm sorry, I don't know many people who know magic yet." she admits, "But there are certainly magicians out there, if your parents are uncomfortable with helping you with your abilities. You would have to be careful when finding a good teacher, though." She smiles at Sienna. "I'd be happy to help you with that. I'm sure I can find someone who knows someone who knows a possible teacher?" she offers.

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
Sienna gives a warm smile, "Oh That would be wonderful. My name is Sienna Quinlan by the way. Youcan call me Quin." She smiles a little to the other girl. "I did meet some people who might know I just need to to call them and stuff."

The woman smiles again, "If you were some minister, I would be able to tell. She is over there." She gestures towards the redhead chatting with Atlee. She shakes her head, her eyes still hidden. "No. You will not kidnap her. You will not harm her. I only wish her seperated from those who may be close." She looks around and pulls out a small pouch of coins. She hands them to the vendor who will be surprised to find coins like he's never seen before. "Help or do not. I need to speak with her." She begins walking towards Sienna.

Juggernaut has posed:
    "Wha.."

Cain's curiosity is now twinged. He and the vendor both peer at the odd bag of coins and then the huge man straightens back up and turns to watch as the hooded woman approaches the two girls. He's not without a sense of intuition and he shrugs his shoulders and says to the vendor, "You better hightail it out of here... SOmething's not right.."

The vendor, who honestly wanted to have been gone but was waiting to see if the woman was going to buy anything, doesn't need to be told again. He starts backing away slowly. Cain, for his part, just folds his huge arms and watches, opting to not approach just yet."

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    Unaware of the impending possible doom watching from nearby, Atlee perks and sits up. "Oh! I should have said." She offers her hand. "My name is Atlee, it's nice to meet you Quin." she says cheerfully. "Well, if you know someone, that may be a good choice then, or at least asking them for suggestions of where to go. I would be happy to help with training, but I don't have any magical abilities, so I don't know that I could give you what you need for that."

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
Sienna Quinlan nods, "I understand. I cause all sorts of trouble. I've caused crazy winds, things to catch fire, pipes to break and even caused the ground to shake. It sucked! Earlier I almost destroyed my home. It was horrible. I think maybe that person I met... Zatanna, might be able to help."

The cloaked woman is much closer now. She can hear the words of the young women. "Excuse me miss?" She looks at Atlee, "I need to speak with this young woman if you would be willing to give us a few minutes." Her attention shifts to Sienna, "I have waited a long time to meet you, Sienna Quinlan. I was unable to approach you without you knowing who I am." She finally takes the hood of her cloak off her head. "I am Kesta. Goddess of magic. I am the one who granted you my greatest blessing." She smirks. Her eyes, sparkling violet just like Sienna's. "You need to learn to use my blessing. I am willing to teach you."

Juggernaut has posed:
    "The hell.. Why didn't she just do that in the first place." snorts Cain as the robed woman just approaches the girls and strikes up a conversation. He places a hand on his hip and frowns, looking mildly annoyed at the whole thing. He had been considering heading over there just for the sake of curiousity but the womans last words and now this have just thrown him off. And this is why he looks at most people as beneath his notice. Crazy.

"False alarm." he says over his shoulder at the vendor who has..already pretty much begun booking it. More for reason of Cain then the robed woman. Cain blinks at that and then grumbles. He wanted another hot dog.

Truth be told, he's not close enough to catch the conversation just yet so he misses when th woman identifies herself as a goddess ..but he does start meandering closer after popping open one of the bag of chips he bought.

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    Atlee nods sympathetically. "I'd imagine it's been hard with no training, having to figure it out through trial and error! You definitely need help then, with all that...well, maybe I could ask about this Zatanna? If she - "

    That rest is cut off as the woman approachs and introduces herself as...well, a goddess of magic. To Atlee's credit, she takes this at face value...of course a goddess of magic might wander up while you're talking to a young magic trying to find training. However, while she doesn't distrust her, she does look to Sienna for her opinion. "I can step away so you can talk to her privately, if you wish?" she offers.

    The petite girl's eyes are drawn to...well the approaching slab o' beef that is Cain as he draws closer. It's kinda hard NOT to notice him. Maybe he's with the goddess? He looks like...well, she's not sure! But maybe a bodyguard or guardian or something...

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
"Wait... Kesta? As in... the one who cursed me with this junk! You took away any hope at a normal life! You call this a blessing?!" Sienna laments as she looks at her. "No. I don't want your help! You've done enough! You ruined me!" She frowns and shakes her head."

Kesta takes a few steps closer. She has an almost dark smile to her. "I did not conceal your blessing. That was your parents. They were devout until the day you recieved that blessing." She looks at Atlee and nods, "Please." With that she steps closer. Then with no warning she takes hold of Sienna's wrist which results in the redhead struggling to get free. "You have much to learn Sienna but none here. You will come with me. Don't struggle. You will be safe."

Juggernaut has posed:
    Yeah that's about how Cain guessed things were going to go. Likely with a lot more screaming and calling for help if he tried that.

"Yeah, ou wanted to drag me into -this-?" he says, close enough now to have heard the words of both girl and goddess, "Why don't you take a hike and try again later, lady." He crunches the bag of chips into his huge hand and then tosses it over a shoulder as he stands behind the goddess and glowers down at her and the struggling Sienna.

Now Cain is now hero by trade but certain things aren't just out right ignored, especially if an effort was made to involve im to possibly get the blame pinned on him. "Beat it!" he orders.

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    The moment Kesta grabs hold of Sienna, Atlee's easy going attitude changes, her expression becoming firm as she stands. "Release her immediately. She does not want to go with you." She's a bit relieved Cain seems to be coming in on Sienna's side too, though...did he say something about dragging him into it?

    She points at Kesta. "There will be no kidnapping. If you wish to teach her, it will be if she wants to go willingly."

    The ground around her trembles a bit as she raises her chin slightly, before a pair of boulders rip out of the ground, making a grinding noise as the form into crude floating hands on either side, adding a certain amount of emphasis to her words.

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
The redheaded girl is struggling to get away from the goddess to no avail. her hand is like a vice grip and she is not releasing. "Please just let me go. I don't want to go anywhere with you. Please." She begs.

The goddess looks at Terra and Juggernaut with a little smirk. "Neither of you will stop me. I have waited too long for this one." She raises her free hand to the sky. Violet magic envelopes her. Then it plummets the the ground like a violet thick mist. It floods the area.

A thunderous roar rings out from. Wings begin to beat as a pair of horned humanoid being rises and begin flying at the two who are protesting the goddess' actions. Her attention returns to Sienna, "You hold still. I have much to show you." She begins working another spell.

Juggernaut has posed:
    "Oh so now you want to play.." rumbles Cain as he hauls a huge arm into the air and curls his fingers into a massive fist. HIs muscles flex, boulder like arms popping with muscle as a bicep the size of a small car splits his sleeves and his expanding widening chest begins to tear his shirt asunder. His knuckles pop as he clenches his fist tigther, producing a sound like that of tree trunks splintering and boulders cracking.

Not good lady. You've just made a serious mistake.."

He twists at the waist, pivoting and waiting until the last instance before the demon looking creature bears down on him..and then he swings, spinning around and laying into the creature with a full strength blow that would send Hulk flying across a city skyline and Superman up towards orbit. The very air exploding from the air pressure alone and canyons ripping open around him from the shockwave. There's no reason to hold back on these critters and The Juggernaut is indeed unstoppable.

Atlee (1034) has posed:
    Atlee gets a determined expression, bringing up her hands as her fingers curl. "You will not take her!" she says firmly, even as the two stone hands launch at the oncoming monstrosity, the two hands coming together in a tremendous clap to crush it between them, then fingers joining in a tremendous double-handed blow to smash it into the ground. But it takes a few precious seconds as Kesta casts the spell, even as Terra rushes forward fearlessly...only to be caught by the shockwave from Cain's strike that knocks her off her feet and sprawling back, caught by suprise. She sits up, struggling back to her feet. "Quin!"

Sienna Quinlan (1088) has posed:
"No!! NO!!!!" Quin calls out as she tries to get free in vain.

A portal is opened and Kesta smirks. "I but I will and I am." She pushes Sienna through the portal and she promptly follows. The portal closes behind leaving no sign she was ever there.

As for the flying creatures, They weren't very strong. They are quickly dispatched leaving Juggernaut and Terra alone amidst the now empty area.