The last time that saturn had stepped into joya the country had been in a war that was deciding its fate. This seemed like years ago to him now and he had to admit that he was glad that the people were now able to laugh and celebrate numerous occasions. They had struggled for so long and now were under the care of a shogun that actually cared about their country. Something that he wished that every country could have and that they would have someone to fight for them time and time again. He had never visited this part of Joya either, Izakaya had so many things going for it that he wasn’t sure how to engage with.

Food and drink were plenty for many and even more so for the golden furred demon. His outfit today was a lovely joyan kimono and he had to admit that the fact the dresser had figured out his size so quickly was a testament to their skill. It probably didn’t help that he was many heads and shoulders over some of the others here. Drawing attention as he wandered the streets, buying some drinks here. Some food there, it reminded him of the time that he relaxed with others in spas or in other parts of other countries. A tender smile creased his face and he’d often be spotted passing through the streets. Rarely staying in one place for long.

He had much that he wanted to sample, many drinks that would burn his throat and set fire to his stomach. Though he didn’t seem bothered by these, relishing the taste of the food. Taste of the drink. It took a lot for him to even get slightly tipsy; if there was one such sin that he was deep in was that of gluttony. He loved the taste of things even if he did not need to eat. But even in that ‘Sin’ he wasn’t taking more than one serving for himself; if there were others eyeing the drinks or food he would quickly pay for them and bid them farewell.

Something that he hardly cared for was that of money, he had jewels a plenty. Never really needing it and loving the idea of being able to spend it on others and help them enjoy themselves. When a street performer started to sing and play their music saturn would stop; entranced by the song. He loved music something fierce and wished he could play that well.

Admittedly he didn’t have as much time to practice as he used to now with him being the general of the rune knights. Maybe after things calmed down a bit he could sing the songs he wanted to and spend his days practicing music rather than how to wield a sword properly or where to use his spear. He felt the calming effect of this music and sighed softly. Taking a bite out of some of the Takoyaki he had purchased earlier while the music was ongoing. He felt his fur bristling as many people passed him and the wind tugging slightly on his ears and massive floating ring behind him. He was glad that he didn’t have to wear his armor here come to think of it. It’d be such a downer for people being reminded of the war.

Some individuals that passed by recognized the massive golden furred individual; as they had seen him during the war but he had vanished afterwards. Some people seemed to think he was a guardian spirit while others referred to him as an ‘oni’. Given the strange feeling some got when they went near him…

”Maybe I should ask what song this is after they’re done…”

Saturn mumbled to himself, watching the performers in front of him. Not much paying heed to the crowd around him even if he did… well dwarf most of them. He didn’t seem to hold that against them though he was just used to being tall.

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The sounds and the various partygoers that were around didn’t draw too much attention from saturn. He simply was here to enjoy himself; the stench of alcohol and other foods was strong in the air. Dulling his senses further and all he could really do was just enjoy the way that he didn’t have to ‘think’ too hard here. Just enjoy the time in it. However there was a voice that cut through that mist and his attention was brought to it. It seemed to directly address him; while his own golden hues were hidden behind closed lids he’d tenderly crack them open.

The woman in front of him reminded him of someone else and he’d ponder if they were of the same clan or place. But there was so many differences it seemed wrong to compare them. They seemed to have confused him with someone else as well and his smile warmed a little bit; he’d bob his head just a bit. She had mistaken him from ‘being from her neck of the woods’. If he had been maybe he’d be a touch shorter and have rabbit ears instead of well… whatever you could call his appearance.

He found himself a little flustered at the moment; whether it was the edge of the alcohol catching up to him or the lovely women in front of him. He wasn’t normally drawn to someone in a sexual manner either; so it must have been curiosity in this case. His head cocking to one side and the ten foot tall behemoth adjusting slightly to give the woman a curious gaze.

”Mm. I don’t think I’d be from your neck of the woods though, but it must be nice there. Unless that neck of the woods is out of the atmosphere.”

Saturn chuckled lightly and offered his free hand for a shake then realizing his error would do a small bow. Joyan areas were still weird to him after all and their customs were something he wasn’t really used to. Customs that made moments like this all too common; his golden hues were still visible from this angle too as he wasn’t about to bow too low and risk knocking someone over.

”Mm. My name is Saturn. What’s yours?”

Many individuals on this planet put a lot of emphasis on names and their last names. Saturn didn’t have such a thing, lacking a last name and dismissing the idea of having his ‘given’ name be a wolfenstein one. The behemoth noted that she didn’t seem to mind so much the mistake so why should he. His smile was warm and welcoming and he didn’t seem to mind being accosted by the other; more curious and more… Well. He definitely was staring more at her than the performers now.

In his offhand he was holding one of the gourds that he had purchased for drink and after a moment thought to offer some for the woman to partake if she was so willing. It was strong stuff but it was a party right? He shouldn't worry too much after all.

"You from around here?"

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”Some places can be for sure, I’ve had my fair share of them.”

Saturn could recall having to stay around nobles for some meetings when he was back in era or the like. The rune knight headquarters also had it’s fair share of boring or dull intricacies that he truly didn’t want to be a part of. He’d rather be out there physically helping people than just in a dull meeting. Sure some of them were deciding what guards or forces would go where or the various dances they tried to get him to go to. The general had refused the offer for every single one. He hadn’t the time to play pony with some fat rich noble.

He was glad that the way he spoke seemed to strike a chord with the woman; she was friendly enough. A way of going about things that had him at ease, he felt his eyes naturally drawn to her whichw as saying something. Perhaps he had a certain favortism when it came to animalistic traits or perhaps there was something deeper in place? He’d cock his head to one side at the joke.

”My size does scale well from top to bottom I’d say. Though sometimes I wonder if my tail should be longer.”

Saturn had completely missed the implication as he looked back at the floating appendage, it shifting to and fro for a moment before one of his long ears flicked as she introduced herself. He constantly ran into people that had interesting names. Lola being one of them, he found himself pondering just how interesting it was. Watching her take a few gulps of the gourd he’d take it back, not seeming to mind sharing the drink with her as he took a few gulps himself.

”Nice to meet you Lola.”

He’d tilt his head to one side as she answered his question; she was more familiar with this place than he so he had assumed that she was a local. But with her reaching for his arm and leading him to the table. The mammoth of a man would cheerfully take a seat with her. Looking somewhat out of place among the people around them; though he didn’t seem to mind that at all either. He’d adjust somewhat as he was trying to find a comfortable way of sitting; Crosslegged would do nicely and he’d look to lola.

”It’s very lively compared to the parties I’ve been forced to attend. Less drab, less posh and more lively for sure. I prefer it over the… approach some try to force.”

Saturn almost looked disappointed that the ones that he had been to before were so… lame. To say the least, he’d stare at the woman for a moment; looking thoughtful before taking a gulp out of the gourd. Offering it to her again after he had drained some of its contents.

”So where are you from if not here? And any other good places to party like this?”