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[A pretty man with red hair and a thick grey fur shawl around his shoulders appears, seeming hesitant for a moment. He understands that this is how it works, having seen it before. Still. It’s new to him. ]

Good evening. [For those who speak English or its interdimensional equivalents will hear a thick Scandinavian accent. His voice is clear and confident, and he offers a warm smile to the camera.]

Though the snow and creature-rearing has kept us busy and indoors these past weeks, there is no reason we cannot get to know one another. Afterall, must we wait until spring to match-make? So much idle time, so much plentiful food… I think we should all become better acquainted.

My name is Ragnvaldr, the qualities that make me a good husband include hunting, fishing, wood-chopping, and leather making. Also, I am literate.

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[ Honestly this looks like fun...to spectate.

But here, let him help— ]

Might want to tell the people what your personal qualities are and what you're in the market for, yeah?

[ See? Helping! ]

Damn. Literate, too?

( for a skills list, not bad husband quality right there. but, )

I'd take you up on it, but the guy in charge already married me off and gave me a couple kids, so you're a few months too late.

Personal qualities? Is that not for another to glean by speaking with me?

[In the market…]

I’m searching for a wife- is that not clear?

… Need I make it more explicit?

I'll wingman for you.

[This seems like a great idea. At worst, it will involve slapping; at best, maybe he'll go to a wedding.]

What qualities are you looking for in a wife, husband, or sentient being?

… Gave you kids? Sorry, who is this in charge? Do I need to ingratiate myself to a chief to earn the right?

[Also was he offering to be his wife??? ]

[Was this other man testing his ability to read? No matter, he wasn’t lying.]

Qualities… Well. There are many qualities that make a good wife. A resourceful cook to make do with what we can find and hunt in lean times. A keen fire-tender. Fertile, preferably, though that is difficult to know beforehand with a never-married woman.

…Though I know I am potent, at least.

People like a general sense of personality. You know, so they can gauge whether it's worth trying that gleaning.

[ Not everyone is for everyone, after all. ]

Wouldn't hurt to get specific. No one knows what you're into if you don't tell 'em.

[Sorry, he had not figured out how to switch modes yet. Text is his default, but don't worry, someday someone will explain it or show him. For now, it's all about reading.]

Ah yes, female and a pulse. That makes things easy. Are you looking to date or just jump to immediate wedding?

I see.

[This man has never had to think about this exactly.]

I like to think I’m a good man. As to what I’m into… Ah… I really am primarily interested in starting a family. I like the things that most people do. Conversation, stories, music, good food. I like animals. Ah…

[Hes up a creek here. ]

I like to read… Though I know another who puts me to shame where this is concerned.

Is this specific enough? How would you go about it?

[ The response is earnest enough that he opts against teasing. ]

I'd call it a good start. What manner of wife are you looking for?

[ It's something good to know. ]

Would you want someone who also enjoys reading, for instance?

I do not understand what you mean by date. Do you mean a period of courtship? I am not bound by the social laws of the men of the south- there is no need for me to marry before we get to know one another.

[He frowns at this. It made him sound not easy-going but almost slovenly with his openness. ]

Come now, don’t some things go without saying? Everyone wants for a kind and pretty wife- if not a pretty wife, then a handsome and sturdy wife. Perhaps a clever wife, or a wise one. Everyone has some good qualities, ja?

[He really is being very honest here. But more than that, he appreciates the help. He wasn’t oblivious about what went into all of it, but it had been a while.]

Mm… perhaps a strong wife, one that can withstand the winter months with ease. If she likes to read, she might have plenty to talk about late at night. This would be nice.

It would be an easy matter, then, to teach our child to read as well.

…Do you know of such a woman?

There was a whole thing earlier where we were matched up and put into houses. I got a wife, husband, and two kids. My wife disappeared and so did one of the kids, so I'm down to just a husband and a kid. I think it was Echo?

( wait. )

No, the other E name. I'll remember it eventually.

Back home, certainly. My country is a place with harsh winters and often little food, so it breeds a certain tenacity in my people. As for here...hm.

[ He trails off, giving it genuine consideration.

Now that he thinks about it... ]

...I'll keep an eye out. You'd want a woman willing to return to your world with you after all this, or would you consider joining her in hers?

whoa!! LOL u tryna find a wife here???? wow……thats so amazin

[the way Hikaru is infatuated with reproduction has nothing to do with the typical teenaged male reasons… moreso because he isn’t exactly either of those things; mortals within the cycle of death, life and reincarnation fascinate him beyond any possible concept of exhaustion.

WHAT’S NORMAL SEXUAL DESIRE LIKE?? what’s being a “man” like?? what do those things mean??? WH]

how long u been here? i feel like i havent seen many other ppl w their priorities so like. um natural??

A husband and a wife…?

[Is that even allowed? Outside of certain cults, of course. This fake family thing is going over his head. He’s not stupid, this is just strange. ]

My condolences, I have also lost a child.

[He has no idea what to make of the other E thing. Where is this going. ]

…Estrangement?

Nah I mean, the name of the guy in charge who gave us all like, family roles and shit.

( it was a stupid name, too, so the fact he can't remember it is really pissing him off. ah well. )

Some people got put into pairs, others had three. I just got lucky there - who wouldn't want both?

Ah… Likewise. I am used to winters being a matter of surviving starvation. It is more possible with the right preparations, but sometimes there is only so much you can do. Bears can find your food storage in the night… Fiends can conduct a raid.

[He shakes off a dark thought.]

This said, as much as I love my homeland, I would be open to returning with her. My work is finished back home.

…Ja, who wouldn’t. If this was an option, it could be quite beneficial. Had I known this was possible…

[He doesn’t lose himself in his thoughts, but he nods. This gives him new ideas he’d never considered before. ]

I would never have to leave a wife and a child without protection. Much better protection against the Skin Granny.

Perhaps this is the way. Thank you- Ah. Samil, is it? This is brilliant.

I know the life. Beasts or bandits get desperate and then you've got to defend yourself and your home. It can be rough, especially if it was a particularly poor year.

[ He gets it, he really does.

This guy certainly would do well with a Faerghan woman. ]

I'd say that flexibility's in your favor. A fair few of us here have unfinished business, as might any fine lady you hit it off with.

[this person was barely literate, it seemed. Still, he could make it out through sounding out the words at times.]

Ja, is this so unusual? I feel like most men search for a wife.

I have been here for perhaps a month- less, if the moon moves as I expect it to.

[Were his priorities natural? What was an unnatural priority? He thinks of Enki. Right. ]

… It is always good to have clear goals in mind in the face of adversity. What are your priorities?

YA most do im not sayin thats unusual

[to the question of his priorities, it gives Hikaru pause. such that he sits for a moment, hangs his head, and for some reason, his eyes get a bit watery.

god damn it, he misses Yoshiki so, so fucking bad.

ALL JUST A MOMENT, THOUGH! he wipes his eyes and his nose. he doesn’t examine that any further.]

ahh haha i guess i dont have any………if its true we’re protectin our worlds or whatever my priority is just protectin the one i love my world, i guess

Usually people stick with Sam, but Samil's fine too.

( you'd think he'd just change his username, but that feels like effort. )

But see, you get it. Just get one of each, an' you're set. Though I'm pretty sure Kate could've kicked my ass if she really wanted to. I'd trust her to figure out how to kick some skin granny's ass too.

Such is the way of life- to be able to expect any freedom, that is. But these are simply the trials one must endure to become strong.

[He now feels as though he is speaking to an equal, at least. ]

If there were any ladies to be found at all... They are a rarity, I feel. Perhaps they are waiting until it warms up to reveal themselves.

But yes, I can lend aid if such a thing is needed of me.

What of you? Do you have unfinished business back home?

Sam it is. [He’s people. He can be with it.]

… Ah, that’s just a folk story. The skin granny is not real. I hope I didn’t alarm you.

It is a story we tell one another, to remind ourselves of the dangers of being away from home for too long. She is merely a- a boogeyman, you see.

Still, that is good enthusiasm to have. A battle-worthy mate is a rare find. Are you a warrior as well?

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