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[deformed]

[ You're the fandom bullfrog, SP, well done if you understand that ref. Positioning the NV on a window-sill, Zuko steps back with a sceptical look as he checks it's running; he looks entirely healed since the last time he crashed into the network, thankfully, albeit as awkward as any sixteen-year-old boy possibly can. Sighing, a hand runs through his hair. ]

Um. Hello. Zuko, here.

So ... I recently arrived and I still haven't been to many places in this city. It's nowhere near as huge as Ba Sing Se — that's the biggest one back where I come from — but still pretty large. We should go explore it. [ Oops, that was a bit out of the blue, wasn't it? Not in his head, until he checks himself. ] Here, not there. Not right now, unless — you want to? I mean, I'm free, but I can wait for you if you don't take too long, I'd like to get to know where everything is.

[ Screwing his eyes shut against irritation (yes, over himself, because who insults the people they're trying to introduce themselves to?), he somewhat starts again. ]

Or I could help you out ... maybe. I don't know how much good burning things would do. [ Lifting a hand, it's clearly on fire with crackling flames and not perturbing him at all as he forgets to waft it away. ] I've suddenly got a lot of time on my hands, if anyone wants to bother doing stuff.

... 'Stuff'? Urgh, I sound so stupid.

[ Life-changing field-trip with Zuko, anyone? ]

Comments

[ Video ]

[maddeninghatter]

My, my~! How enthusiastic!

--but I think it's a good idea, exploring the city.

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[deformed]

It's just a suggestion.

[ Feh, now he probably looks like he'll be in paroxysms of glee just to get out of the house, great. ]

You think it is?

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[vinovidivici]

[ oh man it's just like watching a real-life socially awkward penguin. except Claire doesn't know that meme. ]

If that was meant to be sent to a moll of yours - I'm sorry to break it to you, buddy, but you just propositioned an entire city.

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[deformed]

To a what? [ Have a quirked brow. Literally one, the other chooses not to exist. ] No, I meant to send it to everyone. How else am I supposed to know who wants to take a look around?

[meddler]

Stuff.

What sort of stuff?

[deformed]

Any sort of stuff. It seems kind of stupid not to take a look around and find out what this place is like.

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[debtor]

[Momentarily distracted by the fire. He knows a dude with fire-based abilities, but it doesn't just come out of his hand like that.]

That... doesn't burn you, right?

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[deformed]

What? [ Oh, whoops, wafting it away now. ] No, it's fine.

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[prankmaster]

Exploring the city is pretty awesome! It's huuuuuuuge! Super huge. Xbox huge.

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[deformed]

It looks bigger than a box, even a huge one! I know that.

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[fightswithpurpose]

[Here, Zuko. Have an odd but kind-looking woman smiling at you.]

I have lived here for about a year and a half now. So I can help you learn your way around if you like.

[Video]

[deformed]

[ Spirits, now people have GREEN hair, what is going on??? He supposes ... maybe they're dying it somehow? But why would anyone want to? Fff. ]

Really? I appreciate the offer.

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[madvaporskillz]

I'm sure there's someone who'd be interested in being able to burn things.

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[deformed]

[ That is a talking cat. Just a cat, too, oh. Oh. This can't get any weirder. ]

I don't ... think that's a good idea.

video.

[bosomist]

Brave, aren't you?

[Zuko you are sort of reckless and it's precious. ]

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[deformed]

How is this brave?

[Video]

[vw_coyote]

I'd be up for an out and about. You mind if I bring my dog along?

[Yeah, the dog, not the coyote.]

[Video]

[deformed]

[ He's never going to get used to just single-species animals, nope. ]

Sure. Where should I meet you?

permavid.

[symmachy]

[oh gods he is just the cutest thing when he isn't yelling about nothing]

I think your hand is on fire.

[let's get him to do it again]

permavid.

[deformed]

I know.

[ Wafting the flames away, not that they're bothering him. ]

[benditlikekorra]

[DID SOMEONE SAY LIFE-CHANGING FIELD TRIP??]]

I've been around a bit. I'd be down for exploring a bit more, and I could give you a lift on Naga.

[deformed]

Really? That would be great, I've never ridden a polar bear-dog before.

[video]

[mirroredmemory]

I don't think you sound stupid. There's nothing wrong with wanting to explore a new place.

[video]

[deformed]

Thanks. A lot of people don't agree, it seems.

[video]

[hulkbusted]

[Fascinated by the flames and not wanting to stare]

Were you intending to share this with the network?

[video]

[deformed]

Yes? Why do people keep asking me that? [ Sidelong glance, still absently holding his flames. ] How am I supposed to know who wants to head out and see the city if I don't ask?

[mukufufu]

Kufufufuuuu~! How enthusiastic of you! Look at you, ready and raring to go in a brave new world!

[he's trying not to, but he can't help but be charmed by how adorably awkward this guy is. Mukuro smiles enigmatically at Zuko, trying not to give the impression that he thinks the guy's like a puppy with paws three sizes too big.]

[deformed]

[ BT; These people. ]

All I did was ask who wanted to take a look around.

[Video]

[axetrid]

Woah-! That's so cool!

[Video]

[deformed]

My bending?

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[blondejokes]

[ What an adorable little bundle of social awkwardness. ]

I accept your offer, Zuko. [ She's got to get his social skills up to a non-second hand embarrassing level. ]

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[deformed]

Great. [ Enthusiastic, since he likes Ino. ] Where do you want to go?

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[seaphonic]

<sub>[When Syrena watches the feed of the awkward boy, she can't help but stare at the fire he suddenly creates. Fire - it's one of those things that's as deadly as it is alluring. Frightening yet beautiful.

Her NV is set on a rock adjacent from where she seems to be sitting, golden tail over the edge of the rock and into the water, while long fingers played with her hair. She's topless of course (what mermaid would wear clothes? Really, she didn't understand people's insistence that she cover up) but her hair seems to cover most of the parts people usually deemed inappropriate as she sits on her rock by a secluded part of the shore.]</sub>

You can control it? Fire?

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[deformed]

[ He drops his device with a clatter, decidedly looking away when he glances those breasts. But. Is that a tail jksdgkg no, no! Not looking. ]

I, um. Yeah. I'm a firebender, miss.

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[theshortestbird]

Can you control that fire, or is it just something that comes out?

[video]

[deformed]

I can control it.

[ Enlarging the flames for show. ]

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[tea_lover64]

[Guess who has been keeping tabs on his nephew, this guy]

I might suggest the library to expand your knowledge of the area, I myself frequently go there to learn more about this place.

Action

[deformed]

[ Not at all surprised. Glancing over a shoulder, he chins a hand as he crosses his arms. ]

I wouldn't look foolish?

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[momchester]

You're a firebender too?

[She sits up and shows off by lighting a cigarette with her braaaain.]

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[deformed]

Yeah. Who are you?

[ Looking pleased to see another like himself. ]

[circumsutus]

I'll come along. You'll probably need an adult chaperone.

[And this guy is totally trustworthy-looking, with those stitches on his face and clothes, and that bolt stuck through his skull.]

[deformed]

[ WOW, GOSH. NOPE. ]

I don't.