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Remus J Lupin ([personal profile] theshabbiestofmen) wrote in [community profile] ataraxion2012-11-05 10:43 pm

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[The camera clicks on to a low-lit room. It's difficult to see anything, but there's something moving in the darkness--

--a face. A wolf's face turned to the side, its jaws bloody and eye narrowed, teeth stretched into sharp, curved fangs. It stares at the camera for a few seconds, sizing it up, before turning. But the other half of the face isn't a wolf; rather, it's a mangled, gory mess. A young face appears on the screen, meshed horribly with the wolf on the other side-- and it's Remus' face, but one could only tell that if one knew him well, as his face is horribly torn up. Torn skin and exposed muscles make up the majority of his face, while blood pours from scratches on his forehead. His teeth are exposed through a hole in his cheek, but that's barely visible, as dripping yellow fat mixing with crimson blood are constantly slipping down his cheek. It's a horrible sight, made all the worse by Remus' sudden low laugh.

--because it's the mask, of course, and he proves that by removing it after a few seconds.]


Enjoy the show?

[There's a noticeable edge in his voice and smile, something colder and crueler than before.]

I think I quite like this new development. It's certainly far more interesting than simply another Jump, don't you agree? And far less deadly-- which reminds me, there's new people here, aren't there? I do hope that's not your first inkling that things on here aren't quite so lovely as they seem; that would be a rather poor welcome.

[He glances down, considering the mask for a few more seconds, before glancing at the camera again.]

You know, I'm always surprised at how kind everyone is here. Aren't you? How welcoming they are to the supernatural creatures. The vampires and the werewolves, the poor castaway souls that have found sanctuary here-- but you know, I don't know if that's so wise. It works out for me, of course, but don't you ever wonder what might happen if one of us snapped?

[He grins fiercely.]

Think about it. Once a month, all that separates me from a potential meal-- that is to say, you (and please don't say that you could defend yourself from me, because I can promise you, you couldn't, not from me when I'm on the hunt)-- is a simple door and a dog. Just a few inches of steel, and I'm sure soon enough the werewolf will figure out how to get out of that.

As for the vampires-- well. I don't think it would be very hard for a vampire to snap, would it? At least with me, you only have to worry once a month. A terrifying once a month, to be certain, and I could most definitely hurt you if I was so inclined now-- but in the end, I have control over myself twenty-eight days of the month. A vampire, now-- well. He could snap at any moment. His cravings are a constant hunger. Imagine, if you would, starving. Having hunger claw at your stomach, making you dizzy, making you delirious-- and then being presented a delicious meal and being told you weren't allowed to have any. Imagine having to deal with that at every hour, every minute, every second of every day--

Really, it's a wonder the poor things haven't snapped by now, isn't it?

[He slips his hand up, his finger playing carelessly at his dogtooth.]

Of course, being a creature of darkness also has its benefits. Strength, hearing, sight, smell-- they all get better. You become something better than a human, something bigger and cleverer and far more interesting. I have to say, I'm a bit surprised no one has asked for the bite yet.

But then perhaps you're all frightened.

[He shrugs and glances down at the mask again. After a moment he slips it back on and turns so the wolf side is facing the Network.]

I suppose you should be.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-07 07:00 am (UTC)(link)
[He glances at the knife, and wrinkles his nose.]

No. I'll wave a knife at you. Why the hell would I stab you!
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-07 02:39 pm (UTC)(link)
It is when you're their best mate and you would never stab them! Honestly, Remus--stab? Bit unfair!
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-07 09:48 pm (UTC)(link)
I didn't wield anything! I waved it, and it was more a gesture than a threat, and I'm cutting up your stupid apple so just shut it, Lupin.

[And he resumes cutting, methodically.]
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-07 10:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Yes, I know. I am saint among friends.

[He flicks a spare bit of apple peel at Remus, wrinkling his nose.]

Don't be a girl. It's just apples and peanut butter.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-08 03:31 pm (UTC)(link)
And I'm still allowed to take the mickey out of you for saying it.

[He grins at Remus, as he swipes the knife into the peanut butter jar and comes out with a huge dollop. This goes onto the plate as well--and then a second for good measure--and then with an air of great ceremony, he bears the plate hence.]

Here, sir.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-10 01:14 am (UTC)(link)
[In a scratchy falsetto, he mocks (gently!):] Hurry up, hurry up! Sandwiches don't make themselves, you know, especially not good ones--

[He returns to the refrigerator, and rummages around inside for a bit before emerging with an armload of cheeses and meats and condiments.]

I'll go as quickly as I can, without risking the sanctity of the sandwich.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-10 05:02 am (UTC)(link)
Turkey ham bacon--s' got to be cold bacon, 'cos I'm not waiting for it to cook, I'm too bloody hungry--two cheeses, maybe three, mustard, more mustard, and a titchy little tomato.

[He rattles it all off cheerfully as he works.]

And you can only have a single bite, before you ask.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-10 01:03 pm (UTC)(link)
'Course I do.

[He answers quite matter-of-factly, as he starts layering on cheese.]

And you're going to be very jealous of it when the time comes, no matter what you say now.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-10 07:04 pm (UTC)(link)
What, just eggs? Nothing else?
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-11 05:38 am (UTC)(link)
Says the man who only wants apples and peanut butter. Are you sure you don't want a sandwich, that's an awfully specific sandwich request.
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-11 06:16 am (UTC)(link)
[He sighs--but jokingly--and goes over to the fridge again.]

Ham or anything else?
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[personal profile] doggedly 2012-12-11 07:23 am (UTC)(link)
Right. And toast.

[It's not so unfamiliar an order; he's known Remus for ages now, so he knows generally how he takes his egg sandwiches. Scrambled, butter, toasted bread, melted cheese. He slops egg and milk right into the man and stirs them around.]

And tea? Shall we do this properly?

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