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[ridingtheclouds]

Ah, things really are getting tense, aren't they? Fires, declarations, open threats and warnings. To say this world is a little dangerous is kind of an understatement, isn't it? Well, since you're all wound up, this might be the best time to direct your fierce emotions to something...

-Though it obviously can't be heard, there is a sound of sails unfurling. The Katabami's Emblem catches the light, shining quite brightly.-

We're gonna win the ghost race. That's it, it's that simple. Don't even think of arguing or trying to beat us. You just can't. It'll be funny to see anyone try, but you're just going to waste your time. Give up now before you get embarrassed!

Ha ha, well said, Chipp-dono! You see, the fact is, the chances of any other crew managing to win are pretty unlikely, all things considered. We're the fastest, plain and simple. And my friend Chipp there knows a thing or two about speed! But even beyond that, we've cunning and strength on our side as well!

Cunning is more your style, Anji...But don't expect us to give away our secrets! -Yes, Chipp is being smart for once in his life. It's a Christmas mid-June miracle.- If you're dumb enough to challenge us, then you'll see what we've got in store.

... Must you call them secrets? Can't we just say 'strategies'? Secrets is such a foul word...

Aren't they the same thing, though? Point it, they can't know about 'em, that makes 'em secrets. -Sound logic.-

-A groan from Anji- I hate secrets... Well, anyways, the point is while you're all razing islands and making declarations of self-righteousness, we've got the winning boat and crew. Have a good day!

Or a bad one. I don't care.

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[yourotherleft]

Finally, someone making sense around here.

[ridingtheclouds]

A certain kind of sense, anyways.

[yourotherleft]

The kind of sense I like.

Can't put out a challenge like that and not have it answered. Looks like we'll be seeing you guys again real soon after all.

[find_me]

It's not a challenge, it's a warning.

[yourotherleft]

Ohh? That's the kind of confidence that can get a man killed. Nice.

[ridingtheclouds]

No, it's still a warning. Words don't stop meaning things just because you want to sound tough, Chipp-dono.

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[cherrybombpie]

[Suddenly there's a Kodachi at the top of a mast.]

Still talking about that?

[She leapt down from it, landing soundlessly upon the deck.]

A poor girl can't get any rest.

As it is, though - I am certainly excited for us to win that race.

[ridingtheclouds]

Well, it did set off quite the chain reaction, even if you're over it personally...

... Are you feeling better, Kodachi-san? -There was a real concern and sincerity in Anji's tone.-

[cherrybombpie]

I . . . am not feeling better.

[She was still grieving, but hey, at least she wasn't burning shit down.]

One does not simply magic away pain.

[She still remembered Anji's response to her distress, though. Some people were just not equipped with the know-how to calm a temperamental and crying girl.]

I can only hope that time will.

[ridingtheclouds]

Maa... Time does have a way of repairing that sort of thing.

Still, I think you owe it to yourself to have some fun on the island, right?

[cherrybombpie]

[She nodded. She did mope and sulk about the situation, but she wasn't one to do so for very long - not physically, anyway. Her mind was on it, but she wasn't going to be idle.]

I shall.

What of you?

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[wanderer_from_ys]

*Adol hadn't had a chance to really talk much with his newer crewmates. He'd have to change that!* So what's the strategy for winning the race? Did you race boats where you're from?

[ridingtheclouds]

The strategy is quite simple, really. And while I have not raced boats before, I do know this one simple truth...

The wind is always in my favor.

[wanderer_from_ys]

You have good luck with wind then? *Clearly someone isn't quite getting it.*

[ridingtheclouds]

Luck is fine, but I have something more reliable. Direct control, by way of my Zessen.

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[curseking]

Striving for anything less than first place would be unacceptable.

[In other words, he approves. If everyone on the ship is this dedicated to winning, they'll have nothing to worry about. Normally the words "boat race" make Mitsunari want to start bellyaching about the evils of wasting one's time and resources, but the grand prize for this is a shard. Definitely worth the effort.]

[ridingtheclouds]

No sense in playing if you're not playing to win, right?

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[harbouredheart]

[Xun Yu's eyebrows slowly raise as she listens to them address the journals from nearby on deck. She waits until they are finished to comment.]

Is the concept of humility lost upon you both?

[The gentle curve of her mouth indicates that she finds it amusing, at least.]

There is having confidence in your ability, and then there is bragging.

[ridingtheclouds]

Ah, but my friend, how many of our possible opponents could possibly claim what I can claim? The wind is always in my favor, after all.

[harbouredheart]

[There is no guarantee that none can, as far as she sees.]

I only hope that no one has acquired any of the Navy's anti-magic technology.

Our collective dignity now rests on victory, so see that you do live up to your boasts.

[ridingtheclouds]

I will strive to be worthy of that faith, then.

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[anelegantmyth]

My goodness, you are a cocky one.

[ridingtheclouds]

Confidence in life is the key to happiness!

[anelegantmyth]

I never said it was bad to be confident, darling. Honestly, I'm quite excited to go up against you in another competition. You're quite the adversary.

[ridingtheclouds]

Ah, well, a riddle contest is quite different from a race like this. Even so, just as my natural curiosity and need to know gave me the proper tools for that, so shall my Zessen grant me the command of the winds here!