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[unbraided]

--you mean we just talk into it? [The sound comes through first, screen flickering between the warm tones and dark that speak of a hand covering up the camera on the comms device. It’s a jostling thing, and yet there’s a soft “Aha!” as the owner finally realizes how it (sort of) works and gently cups the device in his hands to stare in something close to awe. Not much can be seen past the large eyes and the dark unruly mane that falls about his shoulders, but Kili moves quickly enough, showing the device to his brother sitting next to him.]

Look, Fili, it’s like a mirror.

[Fili mutters something like ‘oi--elbow!’--before shoving Kili to the side, the blond now appearing on screen. His hair is more well managed, a few braids pulling it off his face. He’s facing Kili now, quirking an eyebrow.]

I told you--it’s some sort of magic. Allows you to talk to people like they’re right there. Don’t think they can be trusted. People could spy, you know--powerful magic, I think.

[Thing is, Fili hasn’t quite figured out the ‘on’ and ‘off’ thing on his...so there are times when he’s probably broadcast long expanses of nothing...as he hides his device under pillows.

But still, they have an audience, and if there is one thing that the brothers can do, it’s charm.]

Do you think anything can be trusted? [Kili murmurs to his brother as he leans back into frame, rucks hair back out of his eyes. But there is an audience and Kili preens a bit as he faces the camera once more.] Right. Hello then.

[And then he pauses, uncertain, and looks to Fili once more. Kili’s not entirely sure how to go about addressing a little handheld box that apparently speaks to the entirety of the ship, but really it’s not like Fili’s got any more of a clue there.]

My name is Fili.

[Fili gives a nod, naturally taking the lead in this. He is the older brother, after all. He gives a gesture towards the dark haired dwarf next to him.]

And this is my brother Kili. It seems that some of you may well familiar with our burglar’s nephew, Frodo Baggins. Curious place, bringing people from all times here. And different sorts of dwarves--I saw a female without a beard--very strange.

[But someone is getting on a tangent, focus, Fili. He shuts up, and gives Kili a chance to talk.]

What my brother means to say is that we are offering our services to the ship. [There’s a resolute nod, smile at his lips never fading.] It doesn’t seem like people are in need of smithies or leather workers here, but the offer stands.

We would also like to offer our weapons, a strange place like this could certainly use more protectors.

[Fili nods again, and gives a proud grin. Kili knows how to speak directly when he wishes to.]

We have the skill and heart for it, I assure you.

[They may have failed Thorin, in the end, but Fili is determined that they will not fail here.]

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[supfirehawk]

Smithies? Leather? What kind of weapons are you using?

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[longestnose]

[Fili grins, tilting his head.]

I, for my part, have throwing axes, daggers, swords, and a warhammer.

[It isn't overcompensation, he swears.]

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[supfirehawk]

The only people I know that use throwing axes are psychos.

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[unbraided]

[Kili nudges his brother out of the way and grins.]

Sword and bow and dagger for myself.

[They're like moving armories, really.]

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[supfirehawk]

Are those the only weapons you have where you're from?

[wolfinthesnow]

You can make swords?

[longestnose]

Aye, given the proper materials.

[Though Fili would admit he hasn't determined if there would be the space and raw materials able to make anything, here.]

[wolfinthesnow]

If I find you the proper metal, can you make practice ones?

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[unbraided]

Aye. Have you need for one?

[He certainly wasn't listening in on his brother and John, no not all! Who are we kidding]

[wolfinthesnow]

My brother had need for one. He's not yet learned swordsmanship, but will, soon.

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[shoyu]

Leatherworking!

[ pinged by that. a polite little smile as he peers into the camera, ]

May I ask if you'd be able to fix a leather holster? The one I've got here's been starting to fall apart, and I'd be more than willing to offer my own skills in return for a quick repair job!

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[unbraided]

[He returns the smile easily.]

If you could bring us the holster I'm sure my brother and I could take a look and see what we could do.

[shoyu]

Ah, I'd be ever so grateful if you'd take the time! Is there a convenient place where I could bring it?

permavideo.

[longestnose]

Once Kili brings it to us, we'll make sure to set it right.

[He rolls his eyes and nudges Kili, because excuse him, he can chat with anyone.]

permatext.

[culver]

Girls can have beards?

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[longestnose]

[Fili nods.]

Aye--I thought all dwarf women did, but apparently it may be only those from our world.

[culver]

Maybe. I did not know there were dwarf women on the ship though. I do not think I have met one.

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[unbraided]

Aye, rather lovely ones too!

[culver]

I cannot picture it.

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[tumbleweeds]

Careful about who hears you offering to help with leather. [ Jaye that's inappropriate. ]

But I've got some tack for a horse that I've got... no real idea how to maintain.

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[longestnose]

Oh I don't know, lass. You'd be surprised on some of of the things we work on.

[Fili can play along.]

And we could help with that, easily.

[tumbleweeds]

[ Oh, well, now she's just grinning. ]

Can I get examples? [ Focus ffs. ]

Awesome. Are you going to need supplies or anything?

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[legiondary]

[ these phones are awesome! she can see and hear them through it even though they're not in the room with her! she laughs. ]

I hope it's not that strange after all this time.

How about a sparring partner? I'm going to start growing a layer of rust if I don't get in some practice soon.

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[longestnose]

Well you're still the only lass I've ever seen with a bare chin, at age. But it must just be the different natures of our worlds.

[He smiles good naturedly.]

Oh I think if we fought together, we might just manage to prove a worthy opponent.

[Another little tease.]

permavid; oh my god im so sorry i missed this

[unbraided]

[Oh her laugh catches his attention straight away, Kili flashing a grin.]

It's a bit odd but you're no less fetching, Miss.

[AND ALSO SPARRING, YES.]

Well, we can't simply let you rust away now can we?