THE BEAUTIFUL MYTHRA.

✧ | While the aura around the two has changed a bit thanks to Pyra taking Mythra’s place at this very moment, the girl before him had a more meek and humble presence, as she kept her own hands clasped together. Soft crimson hues blink as Pyra gives Ike a nod when he asked if she was Pyra, and another when the two girls shared the same body. 

“Yes. We share the same memory no matter who takes control, and we both see whatever the other sees.” She explains. “Though Mythra’s power is stronger than mine, she and I will fight together as one.” After all, Pyra may have recieved the invite herself, but that doesn’t count out Mythra in the brawl as well! While Mythra can fight at the speed of light, Pyra herself brings the fire.

“When I got the invite to join Smash, Mythra said there was no way she would miss this out.~ So we’re both here together.” 

Alright, I think he gets it now.

Without another warning, the girl’s body glows, enveloped in a gentle light once more, transforming into the blonde blade that approached Ike moments before. It didn’t take too long for Mythra to switch back out into control yet again, placing both hands on her hips as she now returns in place. 

“See? Easy peasy as that.” Perhaps for her, but it’s not like anyone can switch places with another that easily the way the Aegis herself can.

“If you find this surprising, just wait until we’re in a battle.” 

“Oh…? Ah, so I see.”

He wasn’t really expecting an explanation from this new girl that he was now interacting with…but…perhaps she was either nicer than the blonde haired one, or she was…more naive? Either way, he appreciated the response nevertheless. But this time, when he saw the light shining, he only blinked upon witnessing the return of the blonde haired woman. He wasn’t sure why, but…he was excited about the idea to meet with her more….whether it was in the heat of battle, or just for any reason in particular. At one point…was this considered an unfair fight? Or was it simply, a challenge to see how one can adapt to two different fighting styles? There was only one way he could find out. But perhaps now wasn’t the time. They had only just gotten here, after all.

“…Heh, I’m looking forward to it, Mytrha.”

With a confident smirk and crossing his arms, he beamed a little at the challenge.

✧ | Compared to Pyra, her other self she created--Mythra was more confident and boastful about her own abilities, and she can be pretty competitive in both mind and soul. Although the memories of being in the World of Light and Dark was pretty hazy for the Aegis in general, to be called upon Smash was quite the honor! To enter a tournament of seasoned and otherworldy fighters like this, it was almost unfathomable! 

As Ike expressed interest in having the chance to battle her in a match, this would definitely pump up Mythra’s blood for battle. Still, with how many people who were in this tournament, besting every single fighter here would be no easy feat. In fact, this probably might be the toughest challenge yet! There’s a glint of Mythra’s own little smirk, and she’s just as prideful as ever.

“Gee, you better be thankful when I’m your ally for Team Battles. You haven’t seen anything yet.~” Mythra’s right hand lowers down and within her hand appears her own Aegis Sword, gripping it tightly as the light dwindles from it. “I wouldn’t have it any other way. If you hold back even a little bit on my account, I’ll be pissed.” With that said, Mythra fancily twirls her own sword, with a wave and another swing, the blade disappears from her grip, the light enveloping it, vanishing into the thin air. 

                                                          THE AEGIS.                      

✧ | “Whatever suits you.” Mythra herself used to be bragging and all showoff-y about her own powers as the Aegis, the Legendary Blade to ever exist in Alrest. However, with the aftermath and destruction of what happened in 500 years, she’s mellowed a bit down in that regard. However, she continues to shine with such radiance and pride in her, that’s just how Mythra is. 

“That’s right, I’m the Aegis.” The blonde repeated, still keeping a hand rested on her hip. “The Legendary Blade to ever exist. Though my element is Light.” Not afraid to proclaim that with such finesse, no. “It’s a long story, unless you’ve got the time and ears open to listen to my story–save it for another time.” Yellow irises blink upon hearing Pyra’s name, and she nods a bit. 

“That won’t take long. Watch.”

Closing her eyes, she lowers her hand down as Mythra’s own body starts to glow, and she switches to her ‘sister’, transforming into her other self. As the light vanished from the girl’s body, the redhead Blade appears before Ike’s eyes, hands clasped together, over her own chest. While she shares physical qualities that Mythra does have, it almost feels like he’s seeing a different person. Fiery crimson hues open, and a soft expression was on Pyra’s face. 

Oh, I’d really wish you’d give me a warning before switching out, Mythra…

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ike.” Pyra greeted, giving a slight bow to be polite. “I’m Pyra. I’m…sorry if I startled you like this. But I–no, we’ll both be joining in the fight in Smash.”

“…!” What was this…? The other woman was…glowing? He’d never seen anything like this before. While he was at least comprehending the blonde woman’s personality, of which he felt he was slowly growing attached to, he was now distracted from those thoughts…and was looking at…this. It probably all seemed to happen so quick, but the way it all transpired, it felt like he was watching this happen for an eternity. And the next thing he knew, it was like…a completely different woman had taken Mythra’s exact spot where she was standing.

“W-what the?!”

He was at a bit of a loss, as the reality of another woman swapping places with the blonde…it did come as a surprise to him. And that was an accomplishment. There wasn’t very many things lately, that could surprise him. But that was one of them…she–or maybe more like, they–were just full of surprises.

“W-wait…you’re…Pyra? So then…you and Mythra share the same body? I…”

So many questions…was it even worth it?

✧ | While the aura around the two has changed a bit thanks to Pyra taking Mythra’s place at this very moment, the girl before him had a more meek and humble presence, as she kept her own hands clasped together. Soft crimson hues blink as Pyra gives Ike a nod when he asked if she was Pyra, and another when the two girls shared the same body. 

“Yes. We share the same memory no matter who takes control, and we both see whatever the other sees.” She explains. “Though Mythra’s power is stronger than mine, she and I will fight together as one.” After all, Pyra may have recieved the invite herself, but that doesn’t count out Mythra in the brawl as well! While Mythra can fight at the speed of light, Pyra herself brings the fire.

“When I got the invite to join Smash, Mythra said there was no way she would miss this out.~ So we’re both here together.” 

Alright, I think he gets it now.

Without another warning, the girl’s body glows, enveloped in a gentle light once more, transforming into the blonde blade that approached Ike moments before. It didn’t take too long for Mythra to switch back out into control yet again, placing both hands on her hips as she now returns in place. 

“See? Easy peasy as that.” Perhaps for her, but it’s not like anyone can switch places with another that easily the way the Aegis herself can.

  ✧ | “Yeah, unless I heard wrong.” She responded quickly, casually placing a hand on her hip whilst looking back at him. He was quite built, and even strong, too. Perhaps Zeke would finally find his match if he were here, though Ike here was a bit more humble upon having such a grandiose title of a Hero. Then again, weren’t people chosen here to be renowned fighters and the strongest in their homeland? It’s probably something like out of some fictional action novel, but it seems to hold the truth in this realm. 

“Ike, huh? Pretty humble about being a hero, are you?” The Aegis started, and flicks part of her hair behind her shoulder. “I’m Mythra. I’m also a Blade. And as you can see, I’m different from Pyra.” And not just because she’s in control at the moment! “I’m also known as The Aegis. Though that part matters little here, since people don’t understand what I mean when I introduce myself like that.” That, and it kind of annoyed Mythra to explain every single time what she means when she calls herself ‘a Blade’.

“Well…yes, I suppose that’s true.”

He answered a bit uncertain. Humble about being a hero? Perhaps. To be honest, he’s been that way for so long, it’s just not something he puts much thought into. Frankly, he finds it unattractive for swordsmen like himself, to brag about their accomplishments. A true warrior doesn’t brag; They use their accomplishments as a figurative stepping stone to see how they can rise up to more heights. That’s how he saw it, anyway, though she most certainly wasn’t mistaken.

Though now after introducing herself, crossing his arms, he begun to get curious about who she was…or what she was, rather. The latter was a better term.

“The…Aegis?”

He wasn’t sure if that was how he’d refer to the other. But he was certainly tempted to ask his questions, until she mentioned it was a very common question she got. He certainly didn’t want to make a bad impression by getting on her nerves. So he held his tongue back for now.

“I…see. Maybe you can educate me on it some other time, then. But nevertheless it’s my pleasure to meet you, Mythra. Perhaps you’ll introduce me to Pyra, as well?”

"That’s right, I’m the Aegis.” The blonde repeated, still keeping a hand rested on her hip. “The Legendary Blade to ever exist. Though my element is Light.” Not afraid to proclaim that with such finesse, no. “It’s a long story, unless you’ve got the time and ears open to listen to my story--save it for another time.” Yellow irises blink upon hearing Pyra’s name, and she nods a bit. 

“That won’t take long. Watch.”

Closing her eyes, she lowers her hand down as Mythra’s own body starts to glow, and she switches to her ‘sister’, transforming into her other self. As the light vanished from the girl’s body, the redhead Blade appears before Ike’s eyes, hands clasped together, over her own chest. While she shares physical qualities that Mythra does have, it almost feels like he’s seeing a different person. Fiery crimson hues open, and a soft expression was on Pyra’s face. 

Oh, I’d really wish you’d give me a warning before switching out, Mythra...

@finestxrxgnell​ liked this for a one-liner.

✧ | “So you’re the ‘Radiant Hero’….hah, I know a thing a two about radiance myself.~”

“–Oh…right.” Frankly, he was so humble about the accomplishments that lead to him earning that title, he had forgotten it had existed, even in the Smash House. So it temporarily caught him off-guard, especially when a newcomer seemed to know of him. He wasn’t sure what that last part was supposed to mean exactly though…he decided not to bring attention to it nevertheless.