i_s_l_a_n_d_backup | 2 ♔ pranks exist, prove me wrong

I'll hold you to that-- and it's just as it says. Magic-resistant toxin. In this topsy-turvy kakera, such a thing doesn't exist, it can't exist.

I'll be waiting for a splendid, reckless answer. [ Very confident right back at you. ]

...how could something be toxic to magic? [If magic existed, of course.]

It's never a reckless answer. That would mean I have no confidence except desperate hope.

((OOC: Read subtitle at 1:20. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVE0AyXT48A&feature=related))

Lack of belief. Everyone here accepts the island, has seen its miracles, has acknowledged it, so it's allowed to exist as a den of magic which deals out fantastic feats. ... You are the only human I've met who doesn't acknowledge it, nor me.

Fine, then a seamless answer that would pierce right through my heart if it were said in blue.

[ ooc; ... HAHAHAHA yes. Delicious, ironic awesome. ]

[Well, him and Haibara. At least he's pretty sure Haibara doesn't.] I can't easily believe something like this. Even if it's something ridiculous, it's possible for a human to do it. Humans do a lot of ridiculous things for irrational reasons. Until I see irrefutable that it's indeed magic, I won't believe something like that so easily.

Heh, then it's probably the best I can't use the Blue. To become a killer proving someone else isn't one is definitely unacceptable.

((OOC: I laughed when I read it. Especially when I just clicked the video randomly.

And that's why Conan will never adhere solely on Knox's rules.))

And that's why I'll keep calling you Chibi-Battler. ♪ [ Said so cheerfully. If she talked like that all the time, she might be a fraction less creepy. Or more. ]

... Kuhihihihihi. Indeed, I can't let myself be killed by you, either, so it's suitable that you don't have it. After all, we're playing for fun and banter. Not my life. [ Said as if back home is an incredibly different story. Which it is. ]

[ ooc; There's no commandment about the magic of truth and love, it's all good-- ]

Because he has the same belief? Too bad I won't get to see that side of him for a while yet. [He's used to the creepily cheerful. He's around children all day.]

And that's why it should never be cost anyone their life. It's never fun and games as soon as someone dies. [Shrugs.] Using scenarios of death that have already happened and when I'm trying to prove you are innocent are, of course, different enough to not test what I can allow myself to enjoy more casually. [He does make note on how Battler may be trying to kill her, but will wait for more of the story.]

((OOC: Well, there is about love interests, and that's part of it for him. DC likes breaking Knox's rules a lot.))

You'll be entertained! He has less experience than you with this sort of thing, naturally, so you might get annoyed with his fumbling--

Killing a witch and killing a human are two different things, naturally... but you still see me as Beatrice the human, don't you? I don't doubt that you'll never desire to kill me-- against your morals, right detective? --but erasing the illusion of the witch is the same as killing me. On the game board back home, at least.

[ ooc; Umineko probably will too, once we get the conclusive answer arc. ~~Especially if the horrifying 'Battler is the culprit' theory has merit~~. ]

Maybe a bit, but it won't be an unbearable annoyance. [After all, he's dealt with the shonen tantei.] I'll probably be more frustrated I can't encourage him when he's going in the right direction.

Killing is killing, be it a witch or a human. And yes, I still see you as Beatrice the human. I could never kill a human and I refuse to let one die while I can help them, no matter what they've done. Though a metaphorical death is far more bearable.

((OOC: Well, they even have part of the riddle be about love, so clearly it has to break it. ~~Make the detective the culprit. Maybe by making Knox obviously broken, that's what they're implying.~~))

Well, if he ever shows up here, you might be able to give him some pointers... but that might be unfair! [ cackle! ]

Metaphorical, literal, whatever wording you choose, in the world of witches that I fight Battler in, those words mean the same thing. Witches can be torn to shreds by red and blue as much as humans can be maimed to a pulp with a machete or baseball bat... but that's not something you'll accept, so it's all useless to explain.

[ ooc; I'm just expecting Ryukishi to backhand his entire fanbase by the end of the whole series with some seriously WHAT stuff. He's been saying in interviews that there's a really dirty trick to the mysteries that hasn't been unveiled yet. /sobs

And the image song! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dP896Z370Oo) ]

But don't you have a 'thousand years of experience' over him? [Such a smug smirk there.]

Not really. Though it does make for an interesting story. A place where words show the damage they can cause.

((OOC: Making the detective the culprit really is a dirty trick. It's one thing DC hasn't done even.))

-- Hoh! Don't get cocky, I'm just saying two-against-one is uneven! Even if I've lived five lifetimes divided between you two, I told you that age means little to me.

That's the whole basis behind the red and blue. I'm sure such a thing is possible here, too.

[ ooc; HAHA sob yes. But in EP5 Battler accuses himself in a theory so that just... goes to show how crazy this series is. ]

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[Laughs.] Ah, I suppose that's true. If he's giving you a challenge though, he must have some talent if he's an amateur.

That words cause the actual damage? Doubt it, though they might cause someone to cause damage.

((OOC: That is all sorts of crazy. Maybe it's all one big mental trip for him to deal with killing his family?))

Raw willpower can go a long way even if you've got no idea what you're doing. Even I can acknowledge that.

Well, unless someone from my own kakera arrives, there's little chance it'll get demonstrated.

[ ooc; ... oh god if they pull some sort of Fight Club Tyler Durden thing I am going to shed so many tears. ]

Heh, he has the makings of a noir detective then.

Wouldn't it only be if Battler did?

((OOC: It would be so sad! And he'd never get to feel better, poor boy.))

Noir...? I think that's too elegant of a title for someone as crass as him.

No, there are others who can wield blue and red. It's not just our treasured weapons.

[ ooc; S-SOB yeah. Add in the 'Shannon and Kanon are the same person' theory and I might never feel feelings again. ]

But that's usually how they are. They seem to blunder through the deductions until a personal stake makes them show just how brilliant they can be through pure force of will.

So there are others aware of your game?

((OOC: I'd be sad if they were the same person. I like Kanon caring for his sis. T_T Even if I think someone else could be playing Kanon. The red is a trick with his name!))

... true. That sums him up quite well. The pure force of his rage and determination in his belief is powerful. That must be why Bernkastel's betting on him.

-- Indeed. The witch I just mentioned, and Lady Lambdadelta are observers. My servants as well. They're all aware.

[ ooc; Well, that's what I'm hoping for! It's hinted to a lot as well and confirmed that at least someone on the island goes by multiple names. ]

Though he is missing the 'brooding' nature, but it's rare real people fit into the formula.

Is lady Lambdadelta also a 'witch?' And what servants?

((OOC: Exactly. Not to mention Red doesn't specify WHICH of Kanon's names only he can use and they keep making a big deal about his 'real' name.))

Oh, he can brood. But he'd rather hide under a table and scream 'it's useless! it's all useless!'

Yes, she's the Witch of Absolute. And Ronove, my personal butler. The Seven Sisters of Purgatory. Those are the most important to mention.

[ ooc; Yeah, seriously-- I mean, the fake!Kanon is proof enough there's shenanigans going on with his name as it is. ]

...a dramatic person, isn't he?

Witch of Absolute? So there are different titles?

((OOC: That could even be proof of someone taking his identity regularly. And would disprove the Red if it was taking the name 'Kanon.'))

An understatement of the century.

Correct. I'm the Golden Witch, and Witch of Endless. Bernkastel is the Witch of Miracles. We all have a specialty.

[ ooc; Seriously. ): Kanon's just a big pile of suspicious and red herring all in one, what with his body disappearing so much. ]

So you really do like the hot blooded type?

Odd things to have a 'magical specialty.'

((OOC: Poor Kanon. It's all that furniture talk. It makes you easy to manipulate.))

Haha! They're fun to play games with, at the very least!

You specialize in detective work, don't you? Witches can have their own areas of expertise that set them apart.

[ ooc; ;A; yes. Stupid BUT I AM FURNITURE mindset. Look in a mirror Kanon you are not a chair-- ]

Ah, I guess that's true. He does seem to make the cases a bit more fun when he's not trying to compete.

Well, there's some specialization, but a good detective has a bit of everything so they don't miss things other detectives would pick up right away in that field.

((OOC: Though it does bring up the question if he goes in the person count...))

Indeed, that's the nature of the piece Battler. The Battler I'm playing with is wisening up a little, sadly.

Well, who's to say I don't have a little bit of everything too?

[ ooc; They do, as far as I know--! ]

It's what makes Umineko so fun!!

Gotta stretch that logic to it's limit!

Who needs logic when you have WITCHES-- I mean yes of course.

That makes me think LOGIC WITCHES! Which sounds like a band name, honesstly.

... reminded me of the CD art with Beato in a rock band.

Beato would make an awesome lead vocalist for Logic Witches. Complete with cackles.

Her VA is an amazing singer, so I don't doubt it *A*

Is she? *Wonders if there's the cackle in a Beato image song.* That'd be win.

Beato's doesn't, sadly-- but... George's does, ironically. *links it below*

Maybe that's a hint that he's the witch?

... well with some theories I wouldn't be surprised!

Might be why they're never the second twilight.

Probably! That's the foothold for the arguments I've seen.

George is faking his death~!

And has inside ties with all the servants--!

He seemed like such a polite young man.

He must've gotten lessons from Takano.

Oh Takano, you and spreading your special brand of crazy.

George just couldn't resist visiting Hinamizawa for a festival--

It would explain so very, very much.

... also the reason he has a TOMITAKE FLASH shirt.

...which makes me think he's secretly Tomitake and Takano's child!

... OH GOD HE EVEN LOOKS LIKE TOMITAKE.

HE DOES! ...though i'm not sure about timeline wise if that'd work.

Perhaps a time machine is involved.

Her VA is an amazing singer, so I don't doubt it A

Is she? Wonders if there's the cackle in a Beato image song. That'd be win.

Beato's doesn't, sadly-- but... George's does, ironically. links it below