Dena
*Being midnight, the man -who was not high nor drunk- was sitting in front of a fire, roasting an assortment of fishies and small game. Some included rabbits and eels! 

Anyways, being alone, he of course had his trusty sword and bow by his side if... Any to be bandits wanted to tussle. Interesting man indeed.

He had light blond hair, a very well built body, and... Well, of course, blue eyes. Rather handsome looking man if I have to say so myself!*
Holly
*Kaisa would walk onto the beach, dressed in a black shirt and pants, her black hair loose, slightly flowing in the breeze. Armor and cloak wasn't necessary, as it was night. The ocean was beautiful, the full moon's reflection breaking up on the waves, creating sparkles of bright moonlight.*

*She would walk near the water, coming close but never touching it, when she noticed someone else on the coastline. Eating good looking food on a fire, armed but seemed lively for the most part. She remembered when she would do that with her parents, hunting and cooking on an open fire. Her heart ached at the memory. She could still remember the faces of the Kitsune slaves, their faces in betrayal, seeming to ask "Why? Why would you do this?" As she surrendered them to the mysterious employer.*

*She needed someone to talk too. Being alone, as she had ever since her parent's death. Even a simple conversation. She would start to approach the man, wondering what he was like*
Dena
*He wouldn't exactly notice the woman at a honestly. When it came to seeing at night, he wasn't the best. Y'know what he is the best at? Roasting eel and rabbit! Yummy yummy eel and rabbit here. 

Upon closer inspection, the man seemed to be wearing something that looks like... Well, a skirt, but not really. Most skirts don't look like they are made for war! He also looked very bored, poking and prodding at the fire, playing with the embers that decided to fly out.

A few moments passed with him doing this, taking off the cooked food, placing on new ones and... Repeating the process. He planned to dry these when he could... Or maybe just salt. He could always salt these.*
Holly
*The tide flowed in. Kaisa jumped back from the water, making quite a bit of noise. She wasn't like this when she was younger. Much younger. The noise was probably enough to disturb the man. Welp. She wasn't good at striking up conversation, so hopefully he would do it for her. She needed someone to talk to*
Dena
*He of course heard the splashy splash, lifting... A very hot, but raw fish from the fire with... Intent of slapping anything that tried to attack him. He yelled out, standing up, with a rather nervous voice. He didn't like being confronted at night... He should have just stayed in an Inn!*

"Hello!? Who's there? I have fish and I'm not afraid to whack you senseless!"

*He didn't have his super powerful hearing toggled, facing the wrong way... By at least over 90 degrees!*
Carmella
"I-it's okay, I'm not a threat"
Holly
*Uhh... What? Kaisa was confused. Why would he wack her with a fish when he had a sword? Unless he wasn't expecting anyone. Seems likely, roasting food alone on a beach that's not currently inhabited.*
Carmella
"And... I don't think a fish would do much"
Dena
"You and I don't know what I'm capable to do. But fine. You win this encounter stranger. Fish won't beat anyone."

*He sat down in defeat, putting the fish back on the fire to continue cooking. The fish's soul must be extremely disappointed in him honestly. He stared into the fire as he... Poked it with an extra stick*

"You can approach. I don't think anyone dangerous would answer me..."
Holly
*Kaisa would approach him slowly. He wore some strange type of clothing, with what seemed to be a thick skirt. She though skirts were for women? Not that she ever would.*
Carmella
"I just want to talk. Just someone to talk to..."
Dena
"Huh..."

*He said, prodding another log, which was still a bit covered in... Well, bark. Looked pretty cosy. Kinda cool, in the shade, away from the scary and pesky sun!*

"I'll listen to your tales, friend. I too am lonely. Take fish too! Have too many"

*He said, pointing his stick at the fish and rabbit... Though he only finished a few eels and rabbits*
Carmella
"I would eat it if I could... If I didn't pay any consequences afterward"
Holly
*Kaisa would look down and sit on the log. She looked at the crispy fish, longing to eat it. Alas, if she did, she would face the consequences in the morning, not something she wanted. He was lonely too. Perhaps he could be a companion*
Dena
"Consequences...? You have a bad reaction to eel and rabbit? I think I have some hard tack here... Or bread... I don't know what I have with me anymore."

*He said, flipping the fish and... Other things he is roasting. Yummy looking fish being grilled over an open fire. The perfect way to cook fish! 

The rabbit also looks really tasty too! Juicy meat... Cooked perfectly... Yum yum*
Carmella
*Kaisa would shake her head* "Not only that. To any food, even to most basic. No meat, fruits, bread. No food in general"
Holly
*She would stare at the cooked rabbit. She had done something similar when she was young. She could still remember where, in the lush forests, the rabbits roasting over an open fire*
Dena
"I see... Quite a predicament you are in, friend."

*He said, repeating the process of removing cooked fish and placing the raw ones on. He seemed rather tired... He's probably been through a lot. He fished for over 4 hours... He got high on mushrooms... And is now cooking food for the morning... Well the next day*
Carmella
"It's alright. I've been like this for about 10 years. Anyway, what's your name? We're talking and don't know even the most basic of stuff"
Holly
*The man seemed interesting. Probably didn't realize she was a vampire, more preoccupied on his cooking. She would be fine with that. People didn't need to know*
Dena
"I see... 10 years of not being able to eat anything is rather... Horrible. I can't survive a week without food!"

*He knew something was up. He didn't know what, be he know something was happening. He felt bad for this lady, but he didn't know if he could help at all. He just decided that he'd talk to her! 

Maybe that'd help the woman with whatever she has on her mind.*

"I'm Áledhíghearid, better known as Aleksander. I'm an artefact hunter and scholar. You are?"

*He asked, munching on some... Cooked rabbit leg. Yum yum rabbit! He was pretty hungry... And it seemed as if he was going to be awake for a while... At least until the woman left or konked out*
Carmella
"Kaisa. Kaisa Vayne. I'm a monster and vampire hunter."
Holly
*Ok. He probably suspected something was up. After all, she just said she didn't eat for 10 years. Well, hopefully he could give her a little comfort, a shoulder to lean on*
Dena
"I see. Very difficult jobs I suppose. Monsters and Vampires aren't the easiest to hunt. Not at all. I wouldn't know of course, I've never met a vampire or monster. Usually sat down in front of some ancient statue with pen in hand and parchment in the other"

*He said, leaning back on absolutely nothing while chewing on his rabbit leg. Just who was this person? And why are they... So strange? All questions possible could be going through his mind. Some of which were more food oriented than other*
Carmella
"It is, quite often. I've been injured many times while doing so. It's worth it though, to save people."

"What kind of statues? Any special artifacts that you've seen?"
Holly
*This man seemed nice. Offered her food, saying monster hunting was difficult. He probably hasn't seen much darkness of the world. How good was he in combat? He needed to be able to defend himself, artifact hunting was risky as well*
Dena
"Well, I specialise in ancient cultures so I've seen some wacky stuff. Researching my own cultural background, it seemed as if my people had a strange thing for painting themselves blue and wearing raw bear fur. Easy to say, we were barbarians. 

I also found some extremely special goodies in our Court era. Turns out, the court musicians would use drums and small bagpipes to entertain the people. Of course it had to be soft and pretty sounding... Totally different from war pipes. I intend on commissioning someone one day to make me a set of war pipes!"

*He seemed extremely proud of his accomplishments, having a lot to say. The small bagpipes were no where to be seen- actually nope they were just behind him, in a leather case.

He also produced a book with drawings, pointing at the sarcophagus and other drawings he got at the Tomb*

"I also got these a few days ago!"
Carmella
"I could see how that would benefit. Painting yourself would strike fear in the enemy, and bearskin is tough, warm and frightening"
Holly
*He was cute in the way he talked. He seemed like a little kid saying they would be a great hero one day. His cultural background was probably very different from most people. As he took out the drawings, she could tell they were good, and she was impressed*
Carmella
"How do you draw like that? That's incredible!"
Dena
"I was taught as a wee child by my uncle. He was the one who practically raised me for most of my life. He was the descendant from a court artist! I wasn't the most artsy person but I was pretty good at copying things accurately. Soooo... I just started copying what things look like"

*He said, proudly, slapping the book into his little pouch. He cleared his throat, finishing his rabbit leg, taking another rabbit leg to munch on*

"How about you? I'd reckon you have some great tales about your business. Tell me your stories friend"
Carmella
"I've fought things. Things that most people wouldn't even think of fighting. Undead, wolves larger than men, bloodthirsty vampires twice as strong and tough as a man. I've faced a lot, too many to count. I've suffered many injuries though. I almost lost my entire arm to a wight once."
Holly
*Kaisa wasn't necessary proud of her achievements. As long as it helped and protected others, even if it risked her life. She didn't tell him he origin of her problem; she would tell him only if he asked*
Dena
"I see. Hope you got stronger since that time. May Gaia bless you for protecting people who can't protect themselves and... Well, risking your life for good!"

*He didn't want to ask her about her problem. He didn't want to prod too deep into her life. He only just met her and she looked pretty sad about not being able to eat the fish* 

"Vampires twice as tough as man... I'm not sure if I could even harm such a thing!"
Holly
"I have. Every battle means more experience. Thank you. Harming vampires and undead is simple though. They won't ever fight in the day when they are weaker. Silver and wood both hurt them, and so does fire and holy magic."
*He seemed nice. Hopefully she sees him after this conversation. Maybe even spend some time together! Her only friend was Arthur, and she had no idea where he was.*
Dena
"I see. I'll take note of that if I meet any hostile vampires. They aren't all bad right? Maybe I could have a vampire friend! Or maybe... A fellow Vampire Archeologist! That'd be great... But I can only wish! I can't even settle down anywhere. It's quite difficult to live on my feet without a warm place to rest"


*She was pretty cool. Maybe he could be friends? He honestly doesn't know what's up with the lady, but he really doesn't care. As long as she doesn't bite or... Try to eat him, he'll be happy to talk to her. 

Much better than his last encounter with a person. He nearly died by the hands of a very big Oriate. Scary. He isn't good with alcohol...*
Holly
"Not all of them are bad.." *Kaisa would smile. As a vampire herself, the indirect compliment had a far larger effect than Aleksander realized. Maybe he could have a vampire friend..*
Dena
"I doubt it! Vampires are like any people right? They can have jooobs and they can have friends. Sad to see them abuse their power for bad. So much good in the world could happen... Like we could explore the oceans... Or understand our past more. Buuut we are so addicted to fighting each other"

*Alek was quite... Ignorant to what Kaisa was. He couldn't exactly see her smile as he was too busy poking the fire to actually look up to the person he was talking to.

He seemed like a nice guy. Way too nice to be someone who has to deal with the mess people are today* 

"I wonder if there are vampires I have met... I've only been seeing animals and statues... And those two strange people in the tomb!"
Holly
*Kaisa's smile would get bigger. She liked him. He seemed like a good person to be around* "Some people consider it a curse, others a blessing. As the strong, it's our job to do good, defend the weak. As for meeting vampires..." *She would point to herself* "You've met one already."
Dena
"Mmmmmm. I see. Why didn't you tell me earlier? I'd see it as a blessing if I was able to protect others AND live for a long enough time to learn of the ancients! Ooh or even become ancient myself!"

*He said, clapping his hands together as he looked up at her. Very interesting! So maybe this was why she couldn't eat the food. 

He decided to ask that question... They were getting rather friendly so he felt like he could prod a bit more*

"Would that be why you couldn't eat?"
Holly
"Well... Some people don't like vampires. Let's put it that way. And well, to some people, vampirism is a blessing. Not to me." *She would stare at the roasted rabbit* "Vampirism is the reason I can't eat"
Dena
"I see I see. So I guess Vampirism prevents you from eating? Hope you find something to replace food. Maybe blood? I read vampires like blood a lot."

*He is quite naïve at times... But he isn't disrespectful. Or at least he tries not to be disrespectful. He was raised to be respectful to everyone!*
Carmella
"Yeah. That's one thing it prevents me from doing. Blood is our only food source. Blood from sapient races such as macen or elves are best. Fake blood or animal blood requires 3 times as much" *She would sigh* "I've restrained myself from feeding on others. I sometimes do it from the monsters I hunt, or drink fake blood"

"Vampires have many weakness though. No contact with sunlight, running water, silver, wood, and fire magic burns much more."
Dena
"Hmmmm I see. So you really can't be in the sun I suppose? That's... Rather sad. Sun is great! Very warm and very nice. But I suppose you've found a way to make peace with it?"

*He asked, leaning closer. He had a rather... Soft expression on his face as he looked Kaisa up and down.*

"Have you ever tried to well... Cure yourself of this?"
Holly
*Kaisa's face would be down, covered by her hair. Very quiet sobs can be heard.*
Carmella
"I-I haven't. The reason I'm still here is because I still have purpose. I miss everything about being human. The sun, rivers, climbing trees, food... I would give anything to be normal again!"
Dena
*He sighed standing up, taking a few steps towards her. He placed his hand on her head... Or shoulder... The one he can see the best honestly.*

"Everyone has a purpose. If your purpose is to be a good Vampire, so be it. But does that mean you can't fulfill your purpose as a human? I'm not saying that being a vampire is a bad thing... But it seems as if it's hurting you more than it is helping"

*He said, giving her the head rub or shoulder rub. One of those would come. I don't know which one. It's absolutely your choice to say* 

"I'm sure there's a way to make you 'normal' again... Though, it's rather bad here too. We have to eat... We also have to climb trees .. And we also have to deal with really really hot summers! Gosh I feel bad for the people on the farms"
Holly
*Kaisa would suddenly hug him, breaking down sobbing into an emotional mess, her head in his shoulder. She would attempt to say something, but her sobs broke it up too much. She needed the close contact, desired it after being alone..*
Dena
*Ale had been paralyzed by this act. He doesn't know if he was about to get bitten or if this woman was just hugging him. He just decided to act natural and... Try to continue to comfort the woman? 

In reality he thinks he is about to get bitten and the woman just was hungry. He thought he was about to feel what it was like to be a vampy!* 

"E-Eh?"

*But of course, he'd still blush at the fact that he was being hugged. By a lady too! He's never really made many female friends... And he's only been hugged by his aunt*
Carmella
"I-I'm sorry. I shouldn't have done that."
Holly
*She would retract from him, wiping the tears from her now red eyes. She felt that she had risked a potential friendship, doing that sudden move like that.*
Carmella
"I-I won't do it again without permission. Sorry..."
Dena
"Nae! It's completely fine. I also tend to like hugging things. You can continue to hug me if you so wish... I have nothing against that if it'll help someone, who is crying"

*He said opening his hands ~~to a T-Pose~~, offering his hugging services!*
Holly
*Kaisa would hug him once again, a torrent of tears streaming from her eyes into Alek's shoulder. This time, she didn't try to say any words, and simply felt her new friend's warm touch, her hands wrapped tightly around his back*
Dena
*Yeah hugs. He gave her the hugs she required. Yeah... Only issue is, he is probably hugging really close to her neck at this point. She is like... 4 inches shorter than him. 

Oh well, doesn't take away from hug points? Does he now have a friend for adventures and archeology?!* 

"Now now, it's all fine. Cry it all out..."

*Back rub back rub*
Holly
"Tha-thank you. I've been alone most of my life" *She would continue to hug him, feeling slightly better now. Her heart was a mix of emotions, melancholy filling it*
Dena
"It's fine. I too have been alone most of my life. I was kicked out when I was 12 you see?" 

*He said, allowing the Vampire to weep on his shoulder. Back rubs back rubs. He isn't the best when it comes to... Comforting sad people. He really isn't. What he is the best at though, is listening to people!*
Holly
"Ki-kicked out? From your home?"
*Kaisa held onto him like a Koala, not that they knew what they were. She wondered if they weren't too different after all*
Dena
"Yes I was. Turns out, my uncle rather'd have his alcohol than he would his own nephew. But I got over it. I'm now exploring the world for all the great mysteries of the ancients!"

*He said, continuing his back rub support. You see, back rubs are the best way to get close to Someone. Maybe Kaisa'd be a very good Archeologist... She practically lives in the dark so... Ancient tombs would be like home to her!*
Holly
"Oh... So you got over it.."
*Not so similar anymore. Kaisa loves her parents, and spent her entire life with them until they were brutally murdered by vampires. She still remembers the day vividly, the crimson pools, the red and white eyes, the blood stained fangs sinking into her. She shudders at the memory*
Dena
"Yeah... Took a long while... But an Uncle and Aunt doesn't have the... Same feel as your own parents. Something about my parents make me feel nostalgic. I've never met them before but I dream of talking to them and touching them. 

But of course, I have no chance of seeing them again. Life is cruel"

*He didn't really feel the shudder. Could it be he was numb from standing too much... Or he mistook the shudder as a sob... Or even the fact he is wearing an Aketon and a very thicc dublet!*