Thread: Gates of Life and Death (Razgriz x Umbrale)

Both young men screamed as they fell, each clinging to each other in that comical fashion as if this were their last moment. What could be said? They were falling from a great height, more than enough to kill them. And they were trapped on an alien world...It truly seemed as if this was their last goodbye. However, the sounds of nearly harmonious 'Umph' noises brought them back to their senses, one of the males unfortunate enough to land square on his back, the other bouncing like a rubber ball after tumbling off the titanic fungi stalks before finally coming to a halt. And being a fairly portly fellow - at least in comparison to the sharp-dressed male accompanying him - he took the hit a lot less seriously than him, and was able to stand up relatively quickly. Ooowwww... the man groaned rubbing his head, ruffling the thick curly red hair as he tried to brush some errant bits of dirt and flora from his head. He was quick to snap his arms about his body though this place wasn't bitingly cold, but being dressed in a large white T-shirt and basketball shorts wasn't exactly 'jungle' - if one could even call it that - attire. Neither was the business suit his companion was wearing being an early millionaire retiree, the brown-haired blue-eyed male groaned his head and stood up shakily, his vision swimming a bit from the fall. Hey....You alright? he then heard a voice say, his eyes adjusting to see the person he had just been clinging to for dear life looking at him. Y-yeah....I think so. You? he then asked, the bigger male nodding Yeah...Just a little cold. Brrr...Should have dressed warmer. Well...It's not your fault, no one expected this to happen. Adrian Gray.... the businessman responded, extending a hand outward. St-steve Williams... the big guy returned, shaking his hand. Well...Since it seems we're stuck, I don't know about you...But I want to find a way out of here. Steve just nodded, Ye-yeah...But where? We don't have a map...And I can't do any fire stuff or survival skills...Can you? Adrian chuckled and ran a hand down his clothes, as if showcasing his attire, Do I look like a wilderness expert? The most outdoors I've done is guided hunting tours in Africa. And...Unfortunately, I left my Marlin rifle at home. Steve huffed, Shit...We're...Not gonna die are we? Adrian walked over and patted the big man's shoulder, Not if I can help it...Now come on...We should find a cave or a fallen tree...Doubt we're going to make much progress as it is...Hopefully we landed close enough to this 'Monster Lord' that we won't have much of a walk. Unknown to either of them, they were miles upon miles away....Deep in unknown territory and woefully underequipped, as well as alone with only each other for the time being. He-hey, Adrian...You, uh, think any of these fruits or stuff are safe to eat? Steve asked, a loud grumble from his slightly protruding gut signifying his hunger. I don't even know if these things 'are' fruit...But we should stick close. If you can hold out, we can try them out later... He would turn and see Steve starting to gather fruits, using his shirt with the sleeves tied as a makeshift sack. What are you doing? Adrian asked, Steve stating Well....If they are safe to eat, then we'll have something when we find camp, right? The business-like male just blinked now that he said it aloud, he kind of felt stupid for not thinking of that himself. That...actually is a good idea... Adrian replied, following Steve's lead and turning his suit jacket into a small pouch as well. Though it was definitely hard to see, only the phosphorescent lighting of the nearby plants able to let them perceive their surroundings to any measurable extent. I...think we've gathered enough...Now, let's see if we can't find somewhere more defensible.... Adrian stated, hearing Steve yell and run over to hug the smaller male, turning to use him as a makeshift shield. Ad..Adrian, I heard something move! Steve whimpered, his voice very high-pitched and full of fear maybe it was tricks upon the mind, or maybe... The danger was real. With such crushing darkness surrounding them, the pair so far below sea level compared to most other areas, it was hard for paranoia not to set in. Whatever you do, Steve...Don't show fear... Adrian replied in truth, he too was scared out of his mind, but he was trying to be confident for the both of them. It was clear this big guy, despite his stature and size, was essentially a giant teddy bear in terms of demeanor. And having been a manager that actually cared about protecting the underdogs of the company he used to own...He would try to do the same. Adrian's blue eyes darted about, his hair standing on end....And for a few minutes, all was quiet, only the muted whimpers of his large comrade to break the defeaning silence. Steve...Steve! I think we're okay...Let's keep moving though...Just keep. Your eyes. Peeled...