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pipers_son) wrote2014-01-19 10:39 am
pipers_son) wrote2014-01-19 10:39 am
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004 // Video
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, hello!
[That sure is Joker, the backdrop being... somewhere near Azalea maybe? The forests look familiar enough. Anyone who hasn't seen or met him before can probably see very clearly that his right arm is completely missing and the shirt sleeve simply hangs limp. No prosthetic for him, not that he'd want that one in particular anyway... In his right hand, however, there are three brightly colored balls. He's as chipper as usual.]
I've been teachin' my Invidia a few tricks of the trade, as it were, when it occurred ta me that I could show you fine lot a thing or two. Invidia, say hello. [There's a beat, and then the hand of a Zoroark slowly comes into frame to give a quick wave before retreating. Joker chuckles.] He has a bit a stage fright, but nothin' that can't be worked on. Anyway, we've been workin' on jugglin'! I can't show the whole thing, bein' a bit impaired, but knowin' how to juggle three balls in one hand is really just somethin' ya need ta learn anyway if ya want ta juggle six with both! [He clears his throat and starts to speak a bit slower and more clearly, accent less noticeable. Thanks to one Maka Albarn, he's remembered that not everyone is from dear ol' England as he is.]
So let's get started, shall we?
For the beginners in the crowd, it's best to start off with just two. [He tosses one of the balls off-screen to Invidia before showing how he's holding the balls in his hand to the camera.] You aren't going to want to toss them up too high right now- since you only have two, it shouldn't be much of a problem. The one in your fingers is what you'll toss up first. When it's at it's highest, then you throw the second one. [He demonstrates.] Just focus on catching them, and not the juggling part just yet. When you've gotten the hang of that... [He starts to keep the pattern going, hand moving in a slight circular movement.] Just keep it going.
[Joker keeps this up for a moment, actions smooth and effortless. It feels good to know he can still do these kind of tricks even if he's a bit impaired. Soon enough, he catches both balls again.]
Really, you have the same idea with three balls. [The third is tossed back to him.] You just have to be a little faster and toss them a little higher. I shouldn't have to tell anyone that eye-hand coordination is the key here. Again, don't rush yourself. Just do the catches first and then after a bit of practice...
[He starts to juggle the three, a blur of color going about in a circle through the air. Joker seems rather happy with himself.]
So that's how you do it! It's a bit harder than it looks, I'll grant you that, but you should get the hang of it if you practice. Got that, Invidia? [There's an affirmative sound from the Zoroark. Joker finally stops juggling, hopping a little bit as he rushes to catch the balls.]
So what about the rest of you? Anyone else have fun little tricks they want to share? What kind of things did you like to do before coming here? I'm all ears!
[That sure is Joker, the backdrop being... somewhere near Azalea maybe? The forests look familiar enough. Anyone who hasn't seen or met him before can probably see very clearly that his right arm is completely missing and the shirt sleeve simply hangs limp. No prosthetic for him, not that he'd want that one in particular anyway... In his right hand, however, there are three brightly colored balls. He's as chipper as usual.]
I've been teachin' my Invidia a few tricks of the trade, as it were, when it occurred ta me that I could show you fine lot a thing or two. Invidia, say hello. [There's a beat, and then the hand of a Zoroark slowly comes into frame to give a quick wave before retreating. Joker chuckles.] He has a bit a stage fright, but nothin' that can't be worked on. Anyway, we've been workin' on jugglin'! I can't show the whole thing, bein' a bit impaired, but knowin' how to juggle three balls in one hand is really just somethin' ya need ta learn anyway if ya want ta juggle six with both! [He clears his throat and starts to speak a bit slower and more clearly, accent less noticeable. Thanks to one Maka Albarn, he's remembered that not everyone is from dear ol' England as he is.]
So let's get started, shall we?
For the beginners in the crowd, it's best to start off with just two. [He tosses one of the balls off-screen to Invidia before showing how he's holding the balls in his hand to the camera.] You aren't going to want to toss them up too high right now- since you only have two, it shouldn't be much of a problem. The one in your fingers is what you'll toss up first. When it's at it's highest, then you throw the second one. [He demonstrates.] Just focus on catching them, and not the juggling part just yet. When you've gotten the hang of that... [He starts to keep the pattern going, hand moving in a slight circular movement.] Just keep it going.
[Joker keeps this up for a moment, actions smooth and effortless. It feels good to know he can still do these kind of tricks even if he's a bit impaired. Soon enough, he catches both balls again.]
Really, you have the same idea with three balls. [The third is tossed back to him.] You just have to be a little faster and toss them a little higher. I shouldn't have to tell anyone that eye-hand coordination is the key here. Again, don't rush yourself. Just do the catches first and then after a bit of practice...
[He starts to juggle the three, a blur of color going about in a circle through the air. Joker seems rather happy with himself.]
So that's how you do it! It's a bit harder than it looks, I'll grant you that, but you should get the hang of it if you practice. Got that, Invidia? [There's an affirmative sound from the Zoroark. Joker finally stops juggling, hopping a little bit as he rushes to catch the balls.]
So what about the rest of you? Anyone else have fun little tricks they want to share? What kind of things did you like to do before coming here? I'm all ears!
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[He gives Drench another look just in time to catch the swampert clumsily juggling the two balls. At least he's starting to get the hang of it!]
Guess even battling gets dull after a little while.
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Don't worry on that. We'll be sure ta give all the newbies proper trainin' and guidance before they get in on any a the acts! This isn't the first time I've had ta do this sorta thing, so ya won't have ta worry. Nothin' but prime professionalism over here!
[The sight of Drench still practicing makes Joker chuckle and he calls out some encouragement.]
There ya go, yer doin' great!
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[He laughs sheepishly. After all, Destiny Islands hardly had the resources to put on your traditional bigtop show with elephants, lions, and all the bells and whistles.
Joker's encouragement, all the while, makes the Swampert crack a great big smile and make a series of gurgles and grunts. He's doing something right! Now he can be a martial artist and a juggler, and--
Welp. Looks like he just dropped one, due to a lack of focus.]
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[With that bit of encouragement, Joker goes back to speaking to Riku.]
We'll have ta change that! Ya know, if ya ever decide ta join in with yer Pokemon, I wouldn't mind givin' ya a free front row seat for a circus experience ya won't ever forget. Course, after the first time, you'll have ta pay. [He gives a teasing wink.]
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[It's one of the perks of running a business, really. A steady flow of income to fritter away. Best to spend it productively, and supporting another trainer's endeavor seems like a good enough way to start.
Besides, he could use more excitement in his life.]
Think you could squeeze in an extra seat? Doesn't have to be free or anything, but my friend Sora'd probably throw a fit if I went to a circus without him.
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Besides, the more people enjoy it, the better the word will spread. Works out fine for me!