Chelsea
*On this cold, overcast day, an Irtutian port town would have peculiar visitors – their ironclad vessel listing to port with a cry of its helmsman.* 

"Land ahoy! Odanari-*Dono*, we return!" 
 
*This was not the first time the Odanari warship had coasted, but they were missing a key sailor. As the ship drifted into port, ranks of samurai working to rest the ship, a tall man all donned in samurai armour emerged from the captain's quarters, his eyes like thunder as he stalked onto land. General Odanari Nobuyasu was deeply unhappy this day, for his Captain: a Kirosaki Taito, had been kidnapped. With three of his most trusted samurai, he headed for the local guild; expecting the pair of adventurers he was promised.*
David
*Aize would be standing in wait by the door having been expecting someone who was coming to discuss business, he was still out of the way of the door and the pathway so he wouldnt slow anyone down. Upon seeing the man clad in samurai armour walk through the door he figured this must be the man since he matched what he had heard he would be dressed like, and also not like samurai armour was a common sight around here, most of the time all you saw was plate armour.*
"Excuse me sir would you happen to be the one coming here to see two adventurers about a job you needed us for? And do forgive my rude behaviour"
*It seemed like he didnt wanna be rude to his new employer if this was him, but at the same time he'd prefer to get down to business as soon as possible.*
Guillermina
*Terrel would find himself leaning against a wall not too far from where Aize was standing in waiting by the door. The Elf had left his horse outside to graze in the company of his other two animal companions for the time being while the two had been waiting to meet their employer for this job that was requested. Terrel's arms sat crossed against his torso, his shoulders still lax as he watched the man enter with his pig-masked gaze. Then sight Samurai would spark a slight feeling of interest through the Elf. Terrel considered speaking to him, however with Aize already going forth with it, the Elf instead kept silent as he waited the man's response.*
Freddie
*The samurai would regard the doctor for a moment, appraising him with a narrowing of his eyes. His expression would lighten, his lips still tight as he responded.*
"Indeed I am. Are you one of them?"
*He was blunt, but his tone was not rude. While his irritation seeped into his voice, Nobuyasu made an effort not to direct it needlessly at Aize.*
David
*He seemed relieved not to be mistaken about who this man was, and after hearing the man make the effort to avoid being rude and letting his irritation spill out he seemed to respect the man a bit because self control is a necessity that not alot have.*
"Yes i am one of the adventurers you are here to meet with along with my friend her terrel"
*He gestured over to terrel who was leaning against the wall.*
"Please let us go have a seat at a table and we can discuss what you need us to do for you"
*As he said this he gestured to an empty table that wasnt to far away from them, he seems to keep a more serious tone of voice but while serious its polite and seems like a business man discussing with another business partner.*
Guillermina
*Terrel held a hand up slightly from where they sat crossed before lowering it once more as Aize gestured towards him. Seems like this was the person they were waiting for. Standing up more straight, Terrel would head over towards the empty table to take a seat at it, allowing himself to get comfortable while he would wait for the Samurai.*"So what is this job about?"*Terrel would eventually ask in his naturally low tone. He kept his gaze on the Samurai for the time being. With his harsher tone earlier, it was obvious that something was setting him on edge.*
Freddie
"Watch your tone, *Silvan!"*
*One of the samurai snapped at Terrel, Nobuyasu raising his hand to halt his berating. The general glided over to the table and sat down, his massive presence almost rippling the air as he watched the pair.*
*"Suwaru,* Sit. We shall discuss this properly. Forgive my subordinates, we are all in low spirits..."
*Again his presence seemed to ripple, his expression darkening as he thought on his faux pas that lead to this contract.*
David
*Aize would walk over after the others had been seated, he would pull out a seat and after hearing the samurai get snappy and the general asking for forgiveness he decides to speak.*
"Its quite alright i understand that you wouldnt be coming to people like us unless it was bad after all you both seem like capable warriors which tells me this will most likely be a mission that cant be accomplished by a large force, so lets get down to business what is it that you require us to do?"
*He seems to speak with certainty almost as if he knows the situation based off of their body language and context of the situation, but he isnt one to assume things so he wants to be sure and get details. Aize is sitting up right with his hands overlapping eachother on the table as he stares at the general waiting on terrel or the general to respond.*
Guillermina
*Terrel turned his gaze towards the Samurai deeming him to watch how he spoke. He never was one to care for authority especially one at a neutral stance with him. After all, it was the lot of them needing them help from two random adventurers they've just met. Part of Terrel was tempted to get up and call it a day, the thought along being enough to form a sort of grin on his face. However with Aize already getting down to business with the general about their mission, the Elf merely shrugged it off instead. While Aize sat more poised, Terrel found himself relaxing back as he rested his arm atop the table while the other hand sat at his lap. Seemed like he wasn't going to get much of a word in without being lashed out at, so instead he merely waited to listen to what the General would say.*
Freddie
*The general sighed as he gauged the two's reactions, hoping that this would go smoothly. From the daggers Terrel was staring into his samurai, they'd already gotten off on the wrong foot. Luckily the good doctor was an amicable character...
Nobuyasu leaned back in his seat as well, producing a bamboo pipe and pointing it at the female samurai to his left - who snapped her fingers at the centre of the bowl, the sparks raining upon the crushed smokeleaf and smouldering softly. He took a slow drag, eyes closing as he let it out in a deep sigh. The deadly aura would fade, replaced with a far calmer authority.*
"I trust you have been told by the guild of our situation? Else you wouldn't have taken this job, I suppose... 'Tis simple, one of my samurai have been kidnapped, and we have been threatened with her disappearance unless a ransom is paid."
David
*Aize watched the woman snap her fingers to light the mans pipe and aize stared at her fingers and the pipe itself studying it seemingly intrigued by the bamboo pipe. He also was studying their interesting armour and their interesting designs since the equipment was something new to aize he was very interested in it, but he put that aside for the moment as it would be a bit rude to ask about their designs when theres such an issue that requires urgent attention, and even with such an urgency he seemed relatively calm as he spoke*
"Yes we have been informed of the situation by the guild and i would be more then happy to help you for just a few trinkets my associate on the other hand may want something else in return, so if you dont mind we should discuss the price for our assistance and where the meeting for the payment will take place, along with any knowledge you have on those who have taken your samurai."
*He seemed to speak fast and clearly not wasting a second of time, aize knows everyones time is just as valuable as his what they choose to do with theirs is none of his concern but he wont be the one to waste it.*
Guillermina
*Terrel would watch the woman light the pipe, his attention caught by it as easily as anything flashy enough. Magic. Of course it came so easily to some, though it seemed it wasn't very useful to this bunch with their lost comrade. He listened to Aize continue to speak, albeit quickly this time as they discussed the topic of rewards to which Terrel would give a small wave of his hand to temporarily change the topic.*

"Before we even continue this conversation. I'm a little curious..."*He begins, altering his gaze between each of the Samurai. They do indeed seem competent enough to hold their own and yet, they had somehow lost their comrade in the wake of it all.*"How exactly did you lose this Samurai of yours... Hm? Were you aware of the kidnapping while it was happening or did it simply happen under your nose?"*His tone came neutrally, though he seemed to be wanting to push the topic. If a whole troop with even a hint of magic couldn't stop whoever these kidnappers were, then who or what exactly are they going up against? The pig elf would find his gloved fingers tapping against the table, sort of rhythmically in waiting while his naturally blank stare would find itself resting on the general.*
Freddie
"Good, good... Saves some explanation. You will accompany me, along with my samurai, to their hideout. The bastards sent a ransom note, but expected a response. We shall head there and take our captain back, by force if necessary."
*Another drag of his pipe, blowing the smoke out to his right - the samurai beside him coughing softly and wafting the cloud from his mouth.*

*"Gomen,* Takeha... To answer your question, my Silvan friend, the kidnapping was out of my hands. Our captain, alongside a half dozen of my men, were scouting the town out a few days back, when they were ambushed. Concealment magic, I was told, and few of my ranks have sophisticated enough detection magic to notice. What shocks me is how the reports mentioned no cries for help..."
*His expression turned sour again, this time out of frustration for such limited information. He quickly returned to the conversation, not wanting to waste too much time with platitudes.*
"Either way, I'm going to this den, and I am taking my captain back. Can I expect your support?"
David
*He listened to the mans explanation as to the situation and the request he was making of him and terrel, and he didnt even hesitate for a moment before answering when he asked him if he would lend him aide*
"Yes of course I'll assist you in recovering your comrade, it shouldnt be to much trouble, so all i ask in return for my services is that pipe you have there. I haven't seen one like it before so id like to have it, will this be acceptable for you"
*He didnt seem to want all that much just this small trinket, he also seemed confident in his ability to assist them retrieve their comrade. He also didnt seem to be trying to be rude in any sort of way, he just thought the pipe was interesting and would like to have it.*
Guillermina
*Of course it was magic of all things leading to their kidnapping. However, something didn't seem right as if something wasn't adding up. While they did have some that could detect the usage of magic, a group like them had a high chance of being ambushed as the last group if they didn't even know who their captures were. Who's to say their captain was even at this den the general was planning to head to? Terrel rose a hidden eyebrow as the feeling of question passed over him, but with Aize seemingly quick to offer his services, the Pig Elf didn't say much to argue. However, he did say this:*

"Good to know we'll be fighting invisible magic users..."*Terrel would get up from his seat as if readying to go before placing both his hands atop the table. He leaned forward slightly, peering over at the man who had originally asked him to hold his tongue. A grin formed on his face as he stared at him before the Pig Elf would finally continue.*"I'll offer my services, but you'll owe me something later. Just a small price for the return of your lost Samurai."*Terrel would eventually turn back to the general, standing up to his full height as he would hold out a gloved hand in offer to shake. It seemed like the Elf wasn't going to state what this 'price' was exactly, but oh well he'll surely bring it back up later once the job was done.*"We have a deal?"
Freddie
*The leftmost samurai made to say something to Terrel, but was interrupted by the general raising his hand. He eyed the Pig Elf, but did not interrogate him on this 'reward'. Nobuyasu rose from his seat, shaking his hand firmly and nodding.*
"You have a deal, Silvan. And yes, doctor, you will have my pipe if you so desire. There will be gold in it for you as well, so worry not about that..."
*He began to make his way for the door, hesitating as he recalled something key, his samurai halting and turning to face him confusedly.*
"Ah... Must I give you time to prepare? Unfortunately, I've never required the assistance of mercenaries before..."
*His disdain for the profession was hardly concealed, but the exhaustion that ran beneath all that he said was far stronger.*
"I'll go check for spies, Nobuyasu-*Dono."
The third samurai, a young woman dressed in a thick yukata instead of her peers' samurai armour, reported quietly; her eyes glowing powerfully as she drew on her mana.*
David
*He stood up ready to go without needing preperations which was a bit strange since he had no armour nor weapons on him, and he looked over at terrel to see if he was ready to leave this moment. He also chose to ignore the clear distain the general seemed to have for the line of work.*
"I assume you have everything you'd need with you aswell my friend?"
*He said unsure if terrel would wanna get something specific for this job, or if he was ready to go now to rescue some people.*
Guillermina
*After shaking the general's hand, he would lower his own to the hilt of his sword. Terrel was already geared away as it was with his own short sword and crossbow, the only things being left were his animal companions. He would leave them there for now, unaware of the enemies at foot he'd rather not put them at risk lest he truly knew what they were going against.*"Ready when you are."*He says in response to Aize before following after the general.*
Freddie
*"Kochi,* This way. Any little birds we need to pluck, Hanai?"
*The samurai mage shook her head, gesturing to the door as she bowed.*
"The way is clear, for now."
*Nobuyasu nodded stately, the door pushed aside with the hilt of his katana, his samurai following behind. The mage stopped to glance at the pair of adventurers, scanning them over with a flash of her eyes.*
"By the way, I am one of those few Nobuyasu-*Dono* Mentioned. We'll see them this time, concealment magic or not."
*Her voice dripped with a similar harshness as the first samurai, but it was clear this was directed at the kidnappers and not either of their new acquaintances.*
Chelsea
`*Blows whistle* Break time!`