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[Mitsuhide is still quite clearly Mitsuhide. Same face, same skin, same long black hair. There's no chance of mistaking him for anyone else.]

[But he's clearly been affected by the curse. For one, he has shrunk quite a bit; sat in his garden as he is, large tree behind him, it's rather obvious that this is the case. Two, he now sports a pair of wings. Three? He seems to be wearing a tiny golden crown. Definitely not his usual style.]

[But he does not look bothered by all this. Compared to some of the other transformations you might see on the network, it's rather tame and harmless.]

I had plans for Lord Motochika's birthday this week... but this curse has quite effectively put them on hold. I daresay he can survive another week without knowing what I have in store for him, however.

[Mitsuhide laughs, soft and fond.]

The celebration of birthdays is still a relatively new idea to me, but I suspect completing one's third decade of life is a significant milestone.

[He raises one of his hands, and... is holding a kind of wand? He taps the wand on the side of his head.]

Regardless... I am rather enjoying the gift of flight, and intend to make full use of it while I still have these wings. The magic I have obtained I am a little less sure of. It has been useful enough in allowing me to get through doors and cook, necessities like that, but anything more...

[And right on cue there is a flash of light! Luckily nothing disastrous happens, but for whatever reason a large quantity of white feathers are now floating down to the ground around Mitsuhide. He looks rather bemused for a moment, and stares at the wand before laughing again.]

That was definitely not intentional... I guess it takes years to truly master any type of magic.

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Good morning, Mitsuhide-san. It seems wings are common during this curse. At least you're the second person I see who has grown wings due to the coral. No crown or shrinking, though. The other common theme is turning into small creatures. [Is a bit thoughtful.]

Anyway... Is it the first time you're celebrating someone's birthday?

They ... celebrate birthdays here?

[ The idea is completely new to Yukimura. Heck, he doesn't even remember what they he was born in (Calenders were confusing things). But perhaps he has been too ignorant of the customs here ... ? ]

How is it different from the coming-of-age ceremony Lord Mitsuhide?

I could survive the wait.

[a beat]

Yet my temptation grows with every fresh mention of your plans. I may well test the extent of your dedication where keeping your secrets is concernced before this week ends.

Good morning.

[Mitsuhide bows his head politely, and removes a large feather from his hair before continuing.]

Well, it seems similiar to one we had before? Wherein we lose our natural powers and gain powers native to the worlds of others, for the duration of the curse. I cannot complain; as I said, the experience of flying is remarkable.

[To say the least.]

Ah... no, it is not. I have done so a few times now, but it is still hard to settle on a proper way for it to be done. Different cultures seem to do so very differently.

Yes, they do.

[Mitsuhide taps his chin with his free hand.]

It is... well. The examples I have seen are very different from the coming-of-age ceremony, usually a lot less formal. A party is sometimes held, and gifts given to the one whose birthday it is. Different cultures seem to celebrate in very different ways, however.

[Mitsuhide laughs quietly at that.]

In this matter, I will be sure to keep my secrets safe.

[His voice grows warm, fond.]

It is something you should see first.

The celebration of birthdays is still quite the interesting idea. Selphie introduced the idea to me. She did so enjoy her parties.

[ a glaceon pops up in between Kenshin and the SFC. "Glay~!" ]

I see ... It still sounds quite peculiar, but celebrating one's birth is not a bad idea.

[ Perhaps if their world wasn't in so much turmoil, it also could have been their custom. ]

You mentioned that it is Lord Motochika's birthday. I shall be sure to greet him with a small gift.

[Well, he can fly himself. But he can't do but agree with his affirmation.] Flying is indeed something else. [He nods.] What kind of powers did you gain last time?

You're right there. But in my world birthdays are usually celebrated with cake and gifts. At least in recent years.

Miss Selphie? Yes, I recall her excitement over one of Gracia's previous celeberations. She gave Gracia her chocobo.

[Mitsuhide bows his head for a moment, respectful and aware of the loss Kenshin must feel over the young woman. He does not mention her departure, instead moving onto...]

Oh? Is that a pokemon?

Indeed. The two seemed rather close.

[ Probably for the better. Kenshin didn't want to talk about her departure, just memories of her anyway. ]

Indeed it is. I have found myself in possession of this Glaceon and several pokeballs.

How elegant. Is he an ice type?

[Mitsuhide peers carefully at the Glaceon. He has a certain level of knowledge regarding pokemon now, particularly in regards to water and ice types (thanks to caring for his Lapras and assisting Motochika with his Oshawott).]

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To celebrate the fact the someone you care for has completed another year... in a land like ours, it is something to deeply appreciate, isn't it?

[A moment of quiet, and then Mitsuhide smiles; it is a soft, appreciative expression on his face now.]

You are too kind, Lord Yukimura. I am sure he would be grateful.

Those gifted with it are truly blessed. To take to the sky is to feel like one has true freedom.

[An odd expression passes over Mitsuhide's face, before he shakes his head and continues.]

Cake? I was told that once before...

[It's not a tradition he has taken up in regards to birthdays, though he tends to cook something a bit extra special for the occasion. The 'why' behind it does not make him curious.]

Do you know why cake, in particular, is used?

Yes, it is indeed quite liberating to be able to fly. I don't have any wings, though. I think I would find them somewhat annoying.

[He shrugs.] I don't really know. Cake is more of a western tradition in my world. But I am from the East myself.

[ Yukimura returns the smile, albeit carefully. The talk with Gracia has opened his heart, and he feels like he can finally trust Mitsuhide and Motochika more. ]

Not at all. I just feel that it is right thing to do. [ He has a small debt to both of them, in any case. ]

When should I pay a visit ...?

Indeed it seems to be so. [ he pats the glaceon which seems to be very happy. ] Also quite the friendly creature. Do you know of pokemon?

A little, yes. I have one myself; a young Lapras named Miyuki. She is both a water and ice type.

[Mitsuhide's smile is warm, adoring, as he thinks of his pokemon.]

We have been companions for about half a year now.

Mine are not particularly annoying, but... I suppose it would make changing one's clothes difficult, without the assistance of magic.

[Mitsuhide laughs softly.]

I see. I shall have to pay the library a visit and find out that way, when this curse is over.

Whenever is convenient.

[Mitsuhide bows his head, still smiling.]

Simply let us know via SFC, and I will ensure we are home.

Ah I see. [ so that's Miyuki. ]

I do hope that after this curse has subsided, that I may keep this Glaceon. Quite an elegant and friendly creature.

[ is that from Nobunaga Pokemon (whatever that DS game is named)? ]

Mmmm... I had not considered that, but you're right.

[Smiles a bit.]

I'm sorry to not be more helpful.

[ That is the hardest answer you could have possible given him Mitsuhide. ]

... I understand. When the time comes, I will contact you Lord Mitsuhide.

[ When was his day-off again ... ]

Do not be sorry about it. I thank you for your time, regardless.

He is beautiful indeed.

[The samurai shakes his hair our a bit.]

Pokemon are quite wonderous creatures. I only wish it were possible to see the world from which they came.

[Pokemon Conquest? Yes, it is. ♥]

Indeed it must be quite the interesting world. For now, we can only imagine.

[ Yes! It's sold out everywhere here. D: ]

You're welcome. I hope you enjoy the birthday party.

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