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[lucke]

LISTEN UP!

[The barking order and picture come through simultaneously, revealing (to some of you) a familiar face. However for those that do know him there are a few things different. Namely his cropped hair and rat tail have been replaced by a full mane of blue hair, tied back into a loose ponytail. Not to mention his usual blue body suit has been changed out for a set of light and functional armor.

And per usual, the feed is coming from an elevated position. Namely a shot of "Lancer" standing, arms crossed, on the ledge of what is most certainly a skyscraper with a gorgeous view of Heropa.]

I've got a lot to say and I'm only saying it once.

First off, there is a strange concept in this day and age that heroes should act from behind a mask. Well, its not that I'm incapable of understanding why people would choose to live like that.[He smiles, planting his hands on his hips.] I just think its ridiculous.

No one should have to fear retaliation for acting with honor and living in the service of others. And to prove that I'll remove a "mask" of my own. Those that know me do so by the name "Lancer". But that is only a mask forced upon me by a life that is no longer mine to bear. It was given to protect my identity from those that saught to end my life. Though designed to protect me it served more as a chain to bind my fate.

[And with that he slams his gauntleted fist against his breast with an impact so loud it could be mistaken for a hammer blow.]

I hereby declare myself by my true name. I am Cu Chulainn! (Coo-hull-en) Son of King Lugh of the Tuatha Dé Danann, and First Knight of the Red Branch of Ulster. Know me. And know that I stand before you born anew. The lives I have lived before coming here are no longer of consequence. I shall not be bound to the fates or the rule of another without my consent.

As such, I declare all past slights against me, all rivalries and enemies hereby pardoned. I, who has conquered death itself, name myself as a true ally of the ImPorts of this world. I would have you know me as brother and know that my spear is yours if you should desire it.

Speak if you have a need and know that in this dark time, I shall be looking out for you.

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[permavid]

[heartstings]

[Kenzi's side starts off with her shaking her head as she laughs. When her laughter subsides she claps.]

That's one way of doing things.

[lucke]

[Seeing Kenzi respond, he runs his hands through his bangs defectively. But his attempt to hide his smile is half-hearted at best..]

What? You disapprove of my sentiment? Or just the manner that I offered it?

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[selfimage]

I'm not sure if I should hold my applause or not. Have you a sign for the cue?

[lucke]

[Chuckles.]

If you feel the desire take you, do so where you feel you must. I'm sure I can speak loud enough to continue if need be.

[fingerbang]

[ ohhhhhhh man. ]

And they say chivalry is dead.

[lucke]

Well I was. A few times.

[A look of pride.]

But I got better.

[heralding]

[In a way, he very much reminds her of Snow.

The fact unsettles Lightning a little ... that there could be more than one of them.

But it makes her smile, too.]

Born anew, huh. I admire your resolve.

Though I've gotta wonder how much meaning there is to what you're saying. Should I just assume it is what it is?

[lucke]

I guess that would depend on what your asking about. My words are true and I have nothing to hide. Though my story is long and I spared the details.

[He raises his hand out and into the air as if to put himself on display.]

However if you are curious I can offer further insight?

[detriments]

Well, you certainly have a flair for the dramatic, Cu Chulainn.

[lucke]

Heh, well I believe if you have something to say, its best to do so directly. And in a way you're sure you've been heard.

[permavideo]

[attractedtodarkness]

What kind of name is Cu Chulainn?

[Yep, that's all she's taking from it and she definitely didn't get the name's pronunciation right]

[lucke]

Er, its said 'coo-hull-en'.

And its my chosen name. It means 'Hound of Culain' and is a name of honor and integrity! You must not be familiar with my legend then, I take it?

[voice]

[ringthenoise]

I suddenly feel so much safer. Thanks, man.

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[lucke]

[If that's sarcasm, Cu shows no signs of picking up on it.]

Think nothing of it bro! We're all we got so best we stick together!

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[goodbadimthguywiththgun]

[Floyd is...does anyone care what Floyd is doing when he calls?

He isn't floating in the vacuum of space, that's for certain.] Some folks could be wearin' masks for practical reasons.

[lucke]

I get that. But if you were truly proud of your actions and identity, why should you hide it?

[He's rather old fashioned. Like, medieval.]

I'm curious what you deem so practical.

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[slightlyoffchilt]

That's noble of you. Issuing pardons like thus, granting out kingly requests.

[Slowly reaches for shrink notebook...]

[lucke]

Perhaps the word you are looking for is 'honorably'. I have no illusions of standing, but pardons for acts against my person are my right to give. Do you not agree?

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[glowsferatu]

[ kanaya just has her lips pursed. it seems as though she's only ever known ridiculous people, but such is life. ]

Well, it takes all kinds, I suppose. So, it's Kookoo Helen, then?

[lucke]

[There is a barely noticeable twitch in Cu's eyebrow.]

Erm, It's pronounced Coo-hull-en.

And what is it you find particular about my kind, I wonder?

[voice]

[djinnnout]

[There's exciting clapping from Ysvali's end.]

How well presented! Truly heroic looking! [Her tone is completely sincere.]

[lucke]

[On reflex he gives a long bow, not that she can see it.]

Why thanks m'lady! Its just in my nature I guess.

[Oh puh-LEEZE.]

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[boobwindow]

[ The ID's scrambled, but hopefully he hasn't forgotten this superheroine's costume too soon. ]

Talk about bravado.

[lucke]

So you liked it then?

[Oh has an intimate recognition of that outfit.]

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[notdaredevil]

[ Well, if there can be an Asgardian run around, an ancient Irish hero can't be that much of a stretch, right? ]

Cu Chulainn, like the fairy tale?

[ The Murdocks are Irish, ok, he heard some stories. ]

[lucke]

Less fairies, more tale.

[He flashes his winning smirk.]

But yup, you called it. I am indeed Erin's Warrior of Light.

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[topslug]

[ Yako already knew his name thanks to their little stint in the New Vesuvius archives, but she's surprised to hear him announce it so boldly. Still, she can't help smiling a little. ]

... Are you having fun, Mister Lancer? I hope you don't mind if I still call you that.

[lucke]

Yako! Good to hear from you little lady. Knew the end of a world couldn't keep you down.

[He lets out a dramatic sigh.]

If it's you I don't suppose I have a problem with it. But that's just between us.

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[shutterbugged]

Uh... thanks? Good speech, Cuckoo Lane.

[Spidey are you even trying the poor guy's already been through the name thing multiple times]

[lucke]

Hng. [The effort to keep his face in a strained smile is immense.]

It's Coo-HULL-en.

[A quick hand through his untidy bangs and his composure is back.]

And thank you. I hope I can count you as an ally here in this alien world. Or more if you would have it.

[symmachy]

Eloquent. But were the titles necessary?

[lucke]

[A quick guffaw.]

Ultimately? Probably not. But hey, how would they know I meant business if they didn't know who I was entirely.

[He shrugs.]

I mean, there is no mention of me anywhere in the history books of this world. I have to jog their memory of me somehow.

VOICE.

[indentcision]

Excuses. A mask can't be forced on you if you can still remove it.

You think you're a hero?

[lucke]

You're words betray your ignorance. [Keeping his tone even, even friendly.]

A man does not name himself a hero unless the masses declare him so first.

[There's a heavy ERGO implied there.]

I can't expect you to know the intimate details of my situation. But know that my second life was akin to slavery. And the Class, the Identity "Lancer" was woven across me like a chain.