This would be #2 on the countdown

Live it up people. I don't plan on waiting much longer for the new season to begin... Na can't wait to see your end-of-season posts. If you have any

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Siam- airbender

Makani- Master airbender.

Commander Yuri- firebender um journeyman?

~~Just caught by the firenation army~~

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"Is this all that they were carrying lieutenant," a man said. He walked on the forest floor with a soft step, the soles of his shoes making a clacking noise as he paced.

Siam couldn't tell who was speaking because they had put a thick sack over her head, as well as Makani's. Her initial fear had subsided, but was replaced with anger. The heat she felt coming from the fire resonated with
the same feeling inside of herself.

"Yes, Commander Yuri... but I found something...," said a female voice. She walked with a quicker pace than the man speaking.

"Well, what is it?" He said, with a sigh.

Siam couldn't hear much of what they were whispering but she could make out a little bit.

"Are you sure it's one and the same?" Asked the man, who was apparently this, commander yuri.

"Yes, I am. But I don't know if she is the one," replied the lieutenant, "Permission to speak freely Sir?"

The commander looked up curious but waved his hand in compliance.

Even though the women tried to whisper Siam could hear her clearly, "Sir, I know what we are doing is mission sensitive but... the way we're going about it seems roundabout. And with the comet approaching us we don't have a lot of time."

The commander made an inaudible sigh and then waved at his nearest subordinate, "Hmm, uncover the monk. I think we need to ask him a couple questions."

The Lieutenant scoffed as she walked back to her position obviously peeved despite herself.

A person standing behind Siam, who she recognized as the one who captured her, spoke up...

"I apologize Commander Yuri, I was forced to knock him out when he tried to resist..."

Although he was impressed with the soldiers abilities, which he hinted with a small, "Hmm.." Commander Yuri decided to scold him anyways.

"Your job as a scout is to seek out harmful threats to this detachment of soldiers, not go knocking heads around...especially of those of monks. In the future I expect you use more scrutiny when deciding if people are
combatants or not. Especially monks and women regardless of where you find them."

The scout bowed and put his hands in front of his face, avoiding eye contact with the commander.

"My humblest apologies Commander Yuri, I will do what you say," replied the scout with a tone of embarrassment. He stood attentive to the commanders next command.

"(sigh) Alright bring forward the girl" The Scout walked behind Siam and checked her wrists to make sure they were secure.

Siam felt a someone's hand force her to stand up and walk forward. The person suddenly pulled off the sack covering her head. Even though the fire wasn't bright, Siam was forced to shield her eyes from its light. She had no idea how long she was in there, and everything was making her a bit lightheaded and confused. As her eyes adjusted she slowly made out the shadowy figures that were huddled around a small table with a map on it. As she was drew nearer the foremost person turned around to face her. Siam instantaneously recognized the man..

"You, it was you chasing us," Siam said pointedly, "The one we saw in the village that burned down; the one who killed Mizuhiro's father. HOW DARE YOU SHOW YOUR FACE HERE!"

A soldier came forward to backhand Siam, but Commander Yuri waved the man aside.

Commander Yuri walked forward and spoke in a droll manner, "No, it's alright... and a good evening to you too Ms. ...?"

Siam stayed quiet and breathed heavily as she thought of various ways to string this person up by his entrails. Siam thought to herself, I tried to forgive them, but I can't and now I'm thrown into the very situation, where death would be a better preference. This has to be coincidence... or is it?

"Siam," she finally replied, letting out a sigh and quickly taking it back in.

Commander Yuri perked up his face at the sound of her cooperation, "Ah, good. I'm glad we both could be civil. Now then, would you like some tea? Oh, yes..."

Commander Yuri snapped his fingers and pointed toward Siam. Immediately someone came a unbound her hands and brought her a chair, much like the commanders, to recline in. Some tea was brought forward to which Siam reluctantly accepted. The smell of green and cherry tea perforated the air around her, bringing about the color red in the atmosphere, most similar to Siam's rage. She took a small sip then discerningly stared at the man, tilting her head and holding the tea up to here nose to take in
the familiar smell. Afterward, she looked up.

Siam decided to get right to the point, "Why were you chasing us?"

The commander took a long sip of his cup then looked sternly at Siam.

"In order for you to understand, I will need to tell you a tale. First you must know that the person you call Mizuhiro is from Tori Clan. They were once a mighty and proud clan surpassed only by the Fire-Lord. But something happened that tore them apart. When the earth kingdom rose up to unify the nations the Fire nation went to war with them. Our nation lost its finest to that war but the Tori clan in its arrogance lost all its men. And since women were not allowed to govern well... let's just say that its new leaders never grew up."

"You mean that boys were the only males left to rule the clan," interjected Siam.

"To put it simply, Yes. And not only did they lose their power but their wealth as well. The clan became worse than street rats; feeding off the rich and resorting to thievery. Even though they presently have gained some of their wealth back they still resort to trickery. Lately they have been brown-nosing for the Fire-Lord. Through various means they find out his desires and fulfill them whether they're suppose to or not."

By this time Siam was feeling rather bored and had already finished her tea a couple minutes ago. Commander Yuri noted this, had her cup refilled, and continued with his story.

"About 20 years ago Mizuhiro's father learned a dark dangerous secret. With this knowledge he devised a plan to assist the Fire Lord in his plan. I was unable to find out what it was but it somehow involves this trinket you carry," He said raising up Siam's necklace, "And the destruction of the wind nation."

Siam gasped, "It can't be true!"

It is true and even though the man died at my hands the damned man that son of his still lives to carry out the evil plans. Now please," Said Commander Yuri, severity edging in his voice, "You must help me destroy the boy. I lost too many men for him to escape now. Help me destroy that evil abomination."

Siam's eyes widened and her heart filled with unbearable emotion, her eyes were teary with a bit of confusion, and the smell of the cherry grew. She spilled the cup on accident, getting the tea on her clothes.

"Liar!"

Siam had opened her mouth but the words had already spoken before she had even said them. She looked around in udder confusion, "What?"

A flame shot out of nowhere hitting a soldier square in the chest sending him sprawling into other soldiers. A short soldier stepped forward and threw off his face mask and helmet revealing his cold eyes.

Siam gasped, "Mizuhiro!"

Commander Yuri showed little surprise to the interruption but instead rested his right hand on the hilt of his blade. The cool night air whipped between them as the two enemies stared into the void in each other's eyes.

"I will never forgive you for murdering my father in cold blood. My mother tried to take me with her but father wouldn't allow it," vented Mizuhiro.

"With the atrocities and evil your father," spat Commander Yuri, "I am only sorry that he didn't die a more death befitting such a man... no, not a man... a MONSTER."

With that Commander Yuri brandished his silver hand and a half sword and charged Mizuhiro who drew his kantana and blocked it with amazing speed. In his rage Commander Yuri swung his powerful sword only to have it inches away from contact as Mizuhiro back flipped onto his feet.

"Where my father failed in his death I will succeed in life. And it starts now by killing my father's murderer," seethed Mizuhiro.

With that Mizuhiro twirled bring his foot up and shot a arching flame at the commander. With not enough space to dodge Commander Yuri brought his sword up and sliced the flame in half for the soldiers behind his to extinguish. Realizing the risk the commander ceased firebending and charged Mizuhiro.

"You will DIE!"

Rushing Mizuhiro, Commander Yuri brought his sword to his side as if to swing but at the last moment he traded hands jabbed forward.

(Kashink)

Siam was watching the entire fight but from her angle she didn't know who had been stabbed. She tried to move to her left to get a better view. Then she saw it: somehow Mizuhiro had dodged the blade and brought his kantana up, underneath the commander's armor and into the shoulder. The commander gasped as the blade was removed leaving the wound to bleed freely.

"That was for my mother. Your head is for my father," taunted Mizuhiro.

Commander Yuri plunged his sword into the ground to steady himself but collapsed to the ground grunting. Half a dozen soldiers surrounded him to assist but he waved them away as he got to his feet gripping his leaking wound. Using his good hand the commander picked up his sword and propped it over his shoulder.

He stared at Mizuhiro and smirked, "It's going to take more than that to kill me."

Mizuhiro face turned scarlet as he raised his sword and charged the injured man. Commander Yuri blocked the first attack then dodged the second. With the third attack they both came to a deadlock desperately trying to drive the other back. Then a cruel smile came to Mizuhiro's face as he flicked his wrist allowing the commander's blade to strike into the ground. Then with a quick flick Mizuhiro lightly tapped Commander Yuri's shoulder pad. But the tap shot lightning through the commander's shoulder driving him to his knees.

Bringing his sword to his side Mizuhiro paced around the commander, "This is for ruining my family!"

Then getting into his stance Mizuhiro violently kicked the commander in the middle of his chest plate driving the bleeding man backwards over his head and onto his chest. The commander heaved and coughed up blood as he desperately tried to regain the air that had left his lungs.

"Stop!"

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Hope it wasn't too intense for you but wait it gets better... No seriously you're going to have to wait.

Let me know what you think

I have 2.5 killable hours. Here's something to kepp it going, I guess. Shortness continues, as There is little input. Just an explanation of troops, and an interesting proposal.

Bai Mao (firebender, pudao) (3rd person)
In Tao Lin Bay
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The group had a few days to ourselves before we began the journey across the ocean. After extensive planning and almost killing their messenger hawk with letters, everything was set. They would be posing as two bands, as it would be suspicious to have so many kids for their first year. One would be led by Mao Fuzi, traveling by balloon, and the other by Bai Mao, on a ship. Tao Lin bay was originally set up as a meetingplace for Vuln's activities, so other bands were there as well. The entire fleet of roughly 30 slaving bands left for Vuln's island in a week, leaving Bai Mao with a great decision on his head.

They had set the camp up near the beach, and Mao Fuzi had arrived, carrying the full stock of about 375 "slaves" while Bai Mao's mother Noda came around the eastern coast with a big red ship named Dannjo and 40 Po-Kun warriors dressed in dirty, raggedy clothing. Three dark blue ships held about 500 Po-Kun warriors, 300 From Ju, and 150 from the Swamp. These were to be hidden and follow the main band, painted dark blue as camoflauge while on the ocean.

Three nights before they were to depart, everyone was waiting. Bai Mao had gone for the whole day, saying that he hadn't properly fixed Dak's sword, and now had the means to do so. He had also asked to borrow 5 gold pieces and went into town. He came back late that evening, handed Dak his sword, and called to Jasmine. she left her tent and sat near the fire with him.

Jasmine: Where'd you go?

B'ao: I was thinking. And I've made my decision. Jasmine, you were there for me. You helped me to get over my greif. I wasn't such a nice guy before I met you, if you find that hard to believe.

Jasmine giggled. Bai Mao took it as a good sign and continued.

B'ao: But we both know that Rieji's alive, and my heart belongs to her. I can only choose one. Jasmine, I don't want to call you my girlfriend anymore.

Her eyes sank. There was a hush about the camp, and Bai Mao produced something from his pocket.

B'ao: I'd rather call you my fiancee.

It was a necklace, with a 1 1/2 inch long blunt dagger as a pendant. It had a gold hilt with a tiny ruby pommel, and was made of pure steel. The neck strap was made of brown leather, a piece of Rieji's sash. He attatched it to her neck, ooked into her eyes, and they kissed.

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Yay! Mushy fluff!

Srry to hog the topic but i really want to finish the season

This would actually be my first season and last post for that season

To all my adoring readers... WHERE THE @#$% ARE YOU

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Siam - airbender

Mizuhiro - Firebender

Makani - Master Airbender

Commander Yuri - firebender

~~the end and the beginning~~

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Nobody knew who had shouted until somebody stepped forward and stood in front of the commander.

Realizing who the voice belonged to the commander looked up, "Lieutenant, (gack) back down."

"I'm sorry sir, but with my next actions I formally resign from my station and duties," replied the lieutenant as tears rolled down her face, "I hope you'll understand.

The female lieutenant drew her short sword and raised her shield as she beckoned her commander's assailant to come.

"Hmph, I don't care who you are ...," taunted Mizuhiro, "If you're in my way you will be moved. I will have my revenge."

Both combatants ran towards one with deadly curses in their minds. But as the two blades where about to meet. The lieutenant dropped to the ground and slid underneath Mizuhiro. In his confusion Mizuhiro tried to spin around but was flung forwards after having received a kick to the back.

He regained his footing and swung around to charge her again. This time both blades locked together in a deadly struggle. The lieutenant looked at the boy and smirked then tried to bring her foot over her head to kick Mizuhiro. Being wary of her technique he twisted his blade to block her sword and her foot. The lieutenant grimaced as her foot connected with the blade.

Seeing the opening Mizuhiro went on the offensive. He gripped the guard of his blade and twisted it counterclockwise. The blade broke into two halves that parted down the vertical axis of the blade.

She drew her sword back to charge but the sword suddenly fell from her hands sinking into the ground. Against her will her body followed her sword as she dropped. As the silhouette vanished the firelight reflected off the armor of the person standing behind her.

"No, I'm (grunt) sorry... but I can't let you do this," whispered the commander tying off his wound.

Commander Yuri then motioned for one of his soldiers and whispered in his ear some instructions. The soldier then proceeded carry the unconscious lieutenant to a safe distance. With his sword gone the commander just stood there facing the boy. Mizuhiro gripped his sword until his hands turned white savoring the inevitable, "Now how will you attack me?"

Slowly bending down the commander brought his hand the back of his leg and grasped the knife from its hidden sheaf. Bringing the weapon to the ready, the commander approached Mizuhiro with a face of stone.

The commander charged Mizuhiro with his dagger clutched the dagger until his hand bled. Having been watching the entire scene play out Siam face shook with fear.

"I want the truth but not at the death of my friend," whispered Siam, "What should I do?"

In his last act Commander Yuri leapt at the abomination that stood before him and tried to plunge the dagger in the boy's heart. Siam's heart reacted in terror and her feet moved on their own accord as if willing the rest to follow as she desperately tried to save Mizuhiro.

(Kashink)

Siam suddenly found herself lying on the ground in a pool of blood. But as she looked up Siam realized that it wasn't her own. The red liquor flowed from the scout who had been guarding her. For some reason the scout had taken both blades to the chest in order to save Siam. Out of surprise Mizuhiro dropped his weapons allowing the body to crumple to the forest floor. The commander equally perplexed stopped in his tracks as he bent down to examine his comrade.

"Why did you disobey me direct orders?"

The man desperately tried to take the mask off his helmet as he started to cough up blood. When Commander Yuri looked at the face beneath the mask he was just as equally bewildered.

"Who are..."

The man raised his hand and spoke, "I didn't do it for your sake but then again maybe I did... but it appears that I failed."

Confused the commander looked at his chest plate only to find two dents in his armor that hadn't been there before. As not only the reality but the pain hit him, the commander bent down on one knee and sunk to the ground next to the man who had attempted to save him. Seeing their commander collapse to the ground several soldiers rushed to aide him only to be flung out of the way by a coreman. In desperation the dying man next to the commander tugged at one of the soldiers trying to get his attention. As the man coughed up more blood he whispered something to the soldier. The soldier hesitated but then nodded and motioned for Siam to be untied and brought to the dying man. Just as confused as the rest Siam walked forward. She didn't know who the person was but then a wave of fear filled her. She bent down and looked at the dying man only to then tear her face away as tears welled up in her eyes.

"Uncle...," She gasped.

Tears of mixed hate, sorrow and frustration flowed endlessly from her face. She forced herself to look him in the eye again, "Why? Why did we have to come? Why did you have to trick me? Why did you save me and get yourself hurt?"

"I was trying to save you... from yourself and... death," rasped Makani, "Don't... do not blame them Siam. Don't misplace your...."

Siam watched in sorrow as her uncle breathed his last breathe as the blood filled his lungs. As his eyes faded something fell from his hand and glinted in the firelight. Picking up the object, Siam recognized the necklace the soldiers had taken from her. She gripped the sphere at the end until her fingers turned white. Tears dropped like rain from her eyes as Siam beat her deceased uncle chest. A cold hand reached down and clasped onto her shoulder.

No it would not end like this, she thought.

Siam suddenly wiped around and swung her foot at whoever was touching her. The soldier wasn't quick enough and received a blow to the head for his trouble. Some of the soldiers witnessed her react violently and charged at her weapons drawn.

"Kill the commander's assailants," someone cried out.

Regardless of their superiors orders the soldiers lashed out in disobedience toward anyone foreign to their regiment. Unable to find Mizuhiro, Siam rushed through the guards sending some flying. She finally found her staff and flew off with a fireballs flying through the sky like fireworks. Through her tears she saw something racing through the forest leaving a trail of flames in its wake. As she descended through the low clouds to the air temple she recognized who it was.

"Siam!" Shouted Mizuhiro as he reached the cliff side.

As she spiraled down towards the temple she could see the fire army trailing behind them. Lost in despair Siam nearly crashed in a pillar as she landed hard on the stone structure. The fall knocked the air out of her and nearly broke her staff. Lying on the cold stone she regained her breath only to vomit the bile that had been lodged in her throat.

"Siam, Siam!"

As her eyes started to fade Siam looked up to see Mizuhiro rushing to her side.

"I, I'm sorry Siam. I didn't mean to kill him," he cried out, "But please, for my father's sake... I need you to help me KILL THEM!"

Before Siam could reply a sharp pain descended down her spine and she lost consciousness.

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For those that read this thank you to those that didn't you missed out man