Fortitude: Round 3 Start

[mamarosa]

The morning after the sleepover, Dolorosa is quick to get all of the Conquest students out the door to save them the wrath of Day and Santana. She gives her students a little more time but still hurries them so she can start the assembly on time. She didn't want her school to be in any disadvantage.

Some may notice that her ever present smile is a bit wider today, as she stands behind the podium, two prefects in tow. That's right, two prefects. Lelouch has reached prefect status and stands besides the ever cool Nanami. Dolorosa is eager to begin her speech.

"Welcome, my students. Last time we were here we suffered a gracious defeat, but I am happy to announce that this is not the case this round. We have obtained victory over Round 2, and I would like to say that I am proud of you all. You all fought wonderfully and no matter if you won or lost your match, Fortitude came out on top."

"If this were Conquest, or I a different troll, I would urge you to keep winning, to keep defeating Conquest, but we are not them and I am not different. Instead I would like to extend a congratulations for this round, and hope you try your hardest next round. Win or lose we can show that we are a cohesive school, here for more than just battle. I am proud of all of you, and just as we were gracious losers, I expect you all to be gracious winners as well."

"I'm sure you have all noticed the extra Raks you have obtained for winning the round, I hope you treat yourseld to something nice. Without further ado I will announce the battles that occurred this round."

Behind her, the battle records appear.

She starts with the Fortitude battles, "I am always proud when there is little fighting within our school, but I do encourage competition, so I would like to congratulate Dahlia for defeating Yuri, and Yuri for defeating Oichi." she applauds a bit.

Next up, the interschool battle, "For those who fought Conquest and won, I would like to congratulate Dave for defeating Marik, England for defeating Suzaku, Dave for defeating Suzaku, Oichi for defeating Suzaku, Dave for defeating Estonia, Marisa for defeating Nephenee, Dave for defeating Gino, and Yuri for defeating Gino." She applauds again.

"My last congratulations go to Dave, Marisa, and Oichi for winning the roung and helping Fortitude achieve victory!" And some more applauding.

The screen behind her changes again, "This round's Players are...

"Rebecca Harcourt
Dahlia Hawthorne
Shion
Lelouch vi Britannia
Madoka Kaname
Karkat Vantas
Kamui"

"Fight well everyone, I'm proud of you!"

Comments

Approach the Headmistress

[mamarosa]

[Have any questions, concerns, or comments? Just want to chat with Dolorosa? Here's the place to do it!]

[traces]

Dahlia approached the stage and looked up to Dolorosa worriedly.

"Excuse me, madam, but there must be some mistake."

[mamarosa]

Her smile turns into a small frown, "I'm sorry, child, I do not control who becomes a Player. There is no mistake though, you were in fact chosen for this round."

[traces]

Dahlia's big eyes wavered with disappointment. "But... but I can't... I'm no fighter. I can't bear to hurt anyone else!"

[mamarosa]

Dolorosa really feels sorry for her, "There is a way to win without fighting, just collect six weapons and you won't be made to battle."

[traces]

"O-oh..." That was right, wasn't it? The manual had said so. That would be ideal, really; she wouldn't have to risk getting hurt that way. "Um... Th-thank you for the suggestion..."

[mamarosa]

"I'm sorry there is no other way, just try and do what you are able to."

Re: Approach the Headmistress

[has_soothing_bells]

Reimi approaches Dolorosa and clears her throat a little before bowing, "Miss Headmistress, am I correct in thinking that my next step as one not called is to attempt to find a Player to claim me?"

[mamarosa]

Dolorosa smiles at her, she is rather cute, "Yes dear, you're a Weapon this round, I suggest finding a Player to wield you. Perhaps one of your friends has been called?"

[has_soothing_bells]

"Um...the only person I recall being acquainted with that was called is Mr. Lelouch." She says, frowning, "I don't much care for Vantas- he is a little too loud for my tastes."

[mamarosa]

"Then why not go and approach Lelouch and ask if he will vow to you, I'm sure he will not turn you down," she laughs a bit, "Yes, he can be a bit loud at times."

[has_soothing_bells]

"Very much so...Very well, I shall see about doing this." She bowed again, "Thank you, ma'am." Turning, she went off to find him.

[mamarosa]

"You're welcome. Good luck in your endeavor."

[pencilpremonition]

[DO NOT WANT. Becca comes over to whine about things.]

Headmistresssssssss I can't fight!

[mamarosa]

[she flashes a (hopefully) comforting smile]

If you collect six weapons you won't be made to battle.

[pencilpremonition]

Yeah, like that's gonna happen.

[mamarosa]

Why do you doubt yourself?

[pencilpremonition]

Uhm, maybe because I'm a loner who never had a lot of friends at home and isn't making good progress making a whole lot of 'em here?

Or about the fighting? Should I tell you about my fainting spells? Would you care if I said I could randomly pass out just from talking to you without having to get into a fight?

[mamarosa]

[she frowns] I'm sorry. Have you reached out to many? Even if you have few friends, they may have other friends who will want to be with them, and you can becomes friends by extension. There is always a way.

I'm sorry, I would not like to see you faint, unfortunately there is no way to take a medical leave from the game but I would suggest speaking to a doctor, I believe we have a few here.

[pencilpremonition]

I don't like people. I shouldn't have to be reaching out. Just let me study in peace.

[sigh]

I guess I could go to a doctor...I don't see the point, though...

[mamarosa]

I'm sorry, this is very much a social game, sitting and studying will not get you very far. And a doctor may help you, perhaps your condition is curable.

[pencilpremonition]

Yeah... I guess I'll have to deal with it, huh?

[mamarosa]

Sadly, yes. But I have faith in you.

[pencilpremonition]

I'm glad somebody does.

Only....only.... [oncoming headache]

Only... [growl]

My little brother. Only my little brother whatever his name was for fuck's sake. Only my little brother ever believed in me.

[mamarosa]

Well now you can say I believed in you as well. And if you collect enough Raks you can get the memory of his name back.