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First Wind (video)

[The network is happily greeted by the face of a young man with surprisingly golden hair staring into the screen. It's hard to guess what he's feeling right now, seeing as how he was given the news that his world was destroyed. However, that didn't seem to phase him much, so he's not as shocked as others might be. He's relieved to know that some of his possessions came with him, but...

Enough contemplation, he finally begins to speak up.]

A shame, isn't it? That our worlds are gone? It's nothing that I would have expected in the first place, seeing as it's a bit hard to believe. However, I'll have to put my trust into it that my world is actually gone. Needless to say, I'll be missing my partners over there- unless some of them were brought here, as well. If you've ever heard of a Guido Mista, or Trish Una, please contact me.

...ah, I suppose I should introduce myself in the meantime. My name is Giorno Giovanna, and I greet all of you who were taken to this "Tower". Hopefully time will tell if I enjoy this place, or not. The atmosphere is...undesirable, however. But I'm sure some of you might have gathered that much in time.

...also, if anyone is kind enough to show me around, I would be grateful to you. I need to learn about as much of this place as I can before I can truly adventure and claim certain parts as safe. Also, a bit off the subject, but have any of you heard of what a "Stand" is? If you have, then let me know. I have some...things I'll be needing of you.

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Or what your friends had done, or things like that! It's always fun to think about things like that, just as long as you remember to keep moving forward.

[After all, it was too easy for some people to just look at the possible future and past instead of working with what was actually there.]

[Tohko had more than that to offer as good points, but since the man didn't ask, she didn't speak about them.] Well, there are a few people like that here..but their stories are just as interesting as the stories of optimists.

[While Tohko did lie about her book eating, she was sincere about helping people get through this and trying to restore the universes.]

Thank you! Hopefully I will..but you don't have to repay me for this! Really, I've enjoyed helping you out and talking with you!

...after all, they're still the same people, correct? I'm sure hearing their stories, good or bad, would still be rather exciting. Although if fortune had it, Mista or Trish would probably be the same regardless of the events.

[Well, hopefully they would. Mista's way too wound up and loud to actually be...different. And Trish is quiet, but snarky, so he's sure she wouldn't change much either.]

Different people for different stories, it is interesting to find a wide cast here in the first place. I'd like to see what people show up, as I've only been around...well, school people before I joined my group.

[It's true- plus his former gang members were pretty much idiots so he was accustomed to being around people like that.

Although hearing that last bit made him clam up a bit. Someone enjoyed talking to him...? He didn't hear it worded like that, so it's a little bit shocking as he tries to muster up the words.] ...thank you. For talking to me as well.

Well..that would depend upon what twists and turn happened in their story..but I imagine that they wouldn't be too different from the Mista or Trish that you know. However..it would be nice if they remained the same.

[Even if that probably was unrealistic.]

Ah, I see. It is nice to see so many people here. I was around a lot of people back home, but they weren't as diverse or different like the people here, which is nice.

[Tohko didn't deal with a lot of fools though. Her friends were pretty smart. However, she was puzzled as to why Giorno was surprised.]

Oh, you're welcome! I always enjoy talking to friends and other nice people, so I enjoyed conversing with you.

Although that would hardly be the case. I wonder if they would have obtained their Stands the same way...there's countless possibilities, and now I'm curious to see how each and all are played out.

[Great, now he's definitely going to wonder how different his friends would be.]

Mm, I would actually like you to meet my friends if they were to come here- some did contrast in personalities then others, but...they really were good people. I'm sure they would have taken a liking to you.

[That, or try to hit on her the whole time for the sole fact that she's a girl. He wonders how Trish is able to handle it...]

Still, it's a bit shocking to hear you call me a good person right off the bat.

Well, that is normal to wonder about once you start thinking about it. However..what's a Stand? I know what the object is, but I don't think that's what you're talking about.

[If it was something related to magic, Tohko would ask about it. After all, she did like the stuff.]

Well, I'm glad to hear that! If they were as nice as you, I'm sure we would have all gotten along well. My friends and family haven't come here yet either..but if they did, I'm sure you would have liked them too. They were pretty nice.

[..Tohko does miss her family more than she cares to admit sometimes. However, that last sentence puzzled Tohko.]

Why is that shocking? After all, you seem like a good person so far, so I'm going to call you a good person until proven otherwise.

[Ah, right, he hadn't exactly explained that much to her. With a little nod, he reached to one of the ladybug broaches on his shirt, unpinning it and holding it out to her.]

...A Stand is basically a Spirit Guardian that our world has. Stand users can see other Stands, otherwise they're invisible to normal people. And each Stand has a unique ability to them. Mine...

[With that said, the ladybug broach began to twitch a bit, before letting it's wings flutter a bit, finally springing to life as it began to fly around Touko, finally resting itself on her shoulder.] I can give life to any inanimate object I see.

Well, if fortune ever has it, I'd be glad to meet your family members and friends. If they're anything like you, I'm sure we'd be able to hold a nice conversation.

...is that so? [Sorry, he isn't normally accustomed to people actually calling him a good person- usually it's the other way around.] ...hm~. I suppose I can live with you calling me that.

[As Giorno explained what a Stand was, Tohko burned the information onto her brain and watched, smiling, as the ladybug broach flew around and landed on her shoulder. Instinctively, she patted it for a moment.]

I see..my universe doesn't have anything like that, but that's really amazing! Is there a way a person can get a Stand? And what other Stands have you come across?

[At the mentioning of her family members and her friends, Tohko chuckled a little.]

Well, they're all a little different from me, but they're still pretty nice, even if Ryuto plays around with too many girls. They're great people to talk to! If they ever come here, I'll introduce you.

But..that is so. Is there any reason why you wouldn't like being called that?

[Ah, well to answer her question, he actually dug into his pocket and showed her what seemed like an arrowhead, tapping the table with it.]

This arrow would be one of the ways of obtaining a Stand. But if you don't have the willpower, nor the spirit, if stabbed with this, you run the risk of dying. Others in my world have had the fortune of having theirs developed, while others required use of this.

And I've come across many Stands, my friend Mista has one that can redirect bullets, whereas Trish can soften things with hers, to the point where they will break.

[He seemed to show a faint smile describing the Stands to her. Not like he could really talk about them much.]

Ah, sure, I'd be interested if only for that fleeting moment. Well, I suppose we have an agreement to meet one another's friends...

...ah. I don't necessarily mind it. It's just words I'm not accustomed to hearing.

[Tohko nodded at his explanation, burning the information onto her brain as she watched him and the arrowhead.]

I see..they sound rather useful then. But is death certain if you don't have the willpower? And how can this arrowhead develop Stands? And do you think it would work on me?

[Despite the subject matter, Tohko was still smiling. Even though she already had a few magical objects, she always thought that more would be nice.]

Well, there's nothing wrong with having an agreement like that. A few friends of mine have already made similar agreements with me. And..why aren't you used to hearing it, if you don't mind my asking?

[He actually had to think about that for a second, poking his hand with the arrowhead himself. Well, he didn't want to pierce skin at all, because he didn't see the need to call out...well. That for something as silly as this.]

If you hit the wrong spot, it could be fatal. But...I haven't tested that myself, nor what makes this arrow so special that it produces Stands. And... [A light pause.] ...do you really wish to see?

[He couldn't even imagine what her Stand would be like in the first place, if she were to develop one. He merely chuckled at the though.]

Well...I suppose it's due to the fact that I ever get praise for the works that I have done in the past, mostly brushing those aside because I work behind the scenes...

[At the question, Tohko sighed, thinking.]

To be honest, I would like to..but if you don't know what the wrong spot is, I would most likely die from trying. Even though it does seem nice to have one, I'm trying to not die in this place if I don't have to.

[However..it would be cool if her Stand allowed her to be like book characters or something. Tohko smiled at the thought as she moved on in the conversation.]

I see..so people don't see the good you do, and if they do, they don't think to thank you. While it's good that you're helping people, that can be a bit sad.

[Giorno knew she was likely to answer that way, so he placed the arrow back in his pocket.]

It's all a matter of willpower in the first place. I wouldn't exactly give up on the idea in general. If you have the strength inside of you to actually fight for what you need, a Stand is surely to find it's way to you.

[He had developed his naturally, so the arrow for him was definitely out of the question.]

I'd rather not think of that in the first place. It only brings me pleasure to know that others are thankful for what one has done for them, even if they don't exactly see the person doing it for them.

Ah, alright then. I'm not sure if Stands exist in my universe, but if they do, I'll keep on waiting for them. Assuming, of course, that we'll be able to restore them.

[..The second statement just made Tohko's grin grow, and she tried to pat Giorno on the head again.]

I'm glad to hear that! You know, you really are a good person if you think like that.

Hm, well, you'd have to be a Stand user to actually see other Stands, but I'm sure if fortunate had it, you already ran into one but didn't know about it. But yes, if not, then we could put your will to the test.

[...h...hold on a second, he definitely wasn't used to this at all- it's evident by the slight red hue on his face, at least, when she's patting him on the head.]

...heh. I...suppose I am. Thank you again, Tohko.

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Well..that's possible, assuming they do exist in my universe. However..if I haven't, we can always put my will to the test. It's not that I don't mind dying..I would just like to die for a good reason, if that makes any sense. While I love magic, I wouldn't want to hurt myself or anyone else.

[Tohko noticed that Giorno was now sporting a blush and connected it with how he was speaking to reach one deduction.]

You're welcome..but I'm sorry! I didn't mean to embarrass you!

It does make sense to me, actually, and I respect your wishes about it. [With that said, he places the arrowhead back in his pocket.] But it's nice that you hold that ideals. However, I don't feel as though I should say my feelings on the subject once more.

[His eyes shift back to her, a little smile reaching his face once more.]

Don't feel sorry about what has already occurred, I welcome anything with open arms.

Alright then. I'm not going to force you to repeat yourself. That would get rather annoying after awhile.

[..With that, Tohko smiled a little and nodded.]

Alright then! I'll have to remember that for the future.

Well, thankfully you're intelligent enough for me to not repeat myself. I hate repeating myself, as well, since it's a waste of energy.

[...ah, right. He should probably...smile back? Yeah!]

Hm, anything else I need to know about you?

Well, I'm glad to hear that, since I hate having others repeat themselves. I might be able to keep most things straight, but it always bothers me when I get a piece of the story out of place.

[And Tohko would just give a genuine smile in return, which was something, considering how much Tohko sometimes wore masks.]

Well, is there anything else you would like to know?

[Well he hadn't heard of anyone exactly sharing that same aspect with him, since he usually uses it to flush out those who are pretty dumb to begin with.]

I wonder how many more things you may have in common with myself. So...

[With a nod, he placed down the spoon in the oatmeal bowl, seeing as how it's almost finished.]

I'm sure when the time comes, I'll be sure to hound you with questions pertaining that.

[Tohko didn't have any tests or personal things that she used to flush out the foolish from the smart. She just used her own judgement and books to tell. It usually wasn't that hard. However, at that comment, Tohko smiled and nodded, looking back at Ivan and the kitchen before turning back to Giorno.]

Alright then! I'll be looking forward to that time then, and I'll have quite a few answers for you. However, until that time comes, since you've finished your oatmeal, you can eat something else, if you want. Or we can try and give Ivan the slip.

[...ah? At the idea of giving Ivan the slip, Giorno tapped the ground with his foot, trying to think of some ways that they can evade the thing.]

No, I think I've had about enough of eating for once- even if the food hardly wasn't suited to my liking. Hm...but about Ivan...

[He wasn't exactly sure what evading it would possibly entail, so he's looking at Tohko with a questioning look on his face, rather than wanting to exchange words with her.]

[At that, Tohko nodded, getting up from the table and starting to walk to the exit of the cafeteria. However, she wouldn't leave, and he smiled at Giorno.]

Just follow me! And run as fast as you can, alright?!

[And with that, she would be running up the stairs like a shot. Hopefully Giorno would follow her before the drone did, or this whole plan was going to take longer to pull off.]

[-Ah? That quick? He wasn't expecting her to start so soon, but thankfully his reflexes are quick enough that he merely follows right after her, looking behind him to make sure the drone wasn't following the two.

Thankfully, he wasn't out of shape one bit, so he just looks ahead to the running Tohko, trying to at least catch up to her.]

I hope you have an idea of where we might be going...

[One had to be quick when you were avoiding stalkers. Sadly, when Giorno looked behind him, he would spot the drone following them. It was keeping its distance, but following them nonetheless.

While Tohko wasn't the most athletic girl out there, she could do short sprints quickly, and it didn't take them long to reach the dorm levels. The moment Tohko spotted the elevator, she smacked the call button, hoping it would come before Ivan did.]

Don't..worry! I've done this before!

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