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I did not ever anticipate spending so much time with sister Ripley, since, in truth, we both expected this mission to be over quickly. Though I must say... despite everything else, I am very grateful to have gotten to know her. And to have gotten so close to her. I cherish all my siblings, but I have yet to meet anyone else who I admire half so much as Ripley. I feel as if I could trust her with anything. I am already more than willing to put my life in her hands, or give it to keep her safe. I'm glad to see she has come out of her shell more. I care about her very much.
Ripley didn't know what to expect when the two were first assigned to this mission and wasn't expecting to get close to anyone on a more interpersonal level, including Tarrok. However, Ripley now trusts Tarrok more than she likely has anyone in a long while. She appreciates their willingness to want to get closer to her on a personal level and that her often awkward (and quiet) nature didn't push them way. Although she would give her life for any member of Umbra and trusts each of them without question, she genuinely considers Tarrok a close friend and would be a bit embarrassed to admit how much she hopes that they consider her the same.
Aldin Whiteleaf is the only agreeable member of the most disagreeable party I've ever had the displeasure of working with. I don't particularly dislike them. To be honest, there were a number of times I enjoyed their company. But now they've asked me questions and I've given them my answers. I can only assume they didn't like what I had to say, considering they've only been growing colder. That is fine. They do not need to be my friend and I do not need to be theirs. If they don't like what they see or hear, then they can rest assured knowing we'll never see each other again after this mission.
I used to think that Tarrok was one of the few people who understood where I was coming from. Didn't get too involved in what was going on around us unless absolutely necessary. Now I think if I were to boil down all of the animosity in our family-that-could-have-been into one point, I think it would turn out to be them. I don't understand how Ripley and Fen are so easy to get along with when Tarrok seems to burn a new bridge with every word they speak. They've made their opinions on our party known. Still, for someone who wants to get this job over with quick and easy, they certainly seem to hate the idea of shutting it and playing nice until we do so.
You proved me right, snake.
What are you so mad about? You didn't want me around anyway. Now you don't have to deal with me anymore.
Marnie Typhoon. What an unstoppable, impulsive, infuriating woman. She blunders ahead with little thought of the consequences of her actions, and frequently puts us in danger with what she lets slip alone. I don't think she's ever once understood the word 'caution' or what the stakes of this mission are. She excels at wasting time and resources. I'm tired of taking time to go out of our way to meet her kids, or chase some new whimsy of hers. Marnie is a royal pain in my ass.
Marnie wasn’t really sure that she would be able to trust Tarrok again, but having your surrogate daughter backstab them literally and metaphorically does a lot to change minds. At the very least, she feels that she understands them better and though she doesn’t really get their involvement in and devotion to Umbra, she can at least respect it for now. There’s a lot of things she’s not sure she quite agrees with them just yet, but they serve as a helpful reminder to question her beliefs every once in a while. Until then, she’s pleasantly surprised and glad that the two of them can work on rebuilding their relationship again.
I was not sure what to make of Fennathan at first. Of course, as my sibling, I trust them with my life... but aside from that I believed them to be... in truth, annoying. However, in the last few weeks of traveling together I think it is safe to say I've allowed myself to become very attached. Sibling Fen is kind-hearted, clever and sweet. I think they are much more clever than anyone gives them credit for. I'd go to great lengths to keep them safe, even if it meant sacrificing my own life. I... hope they enjoy my company as much as I've come to enjoy theirs.
I don't understand why Karlius is here. Clearly he's very smart. He should know better than to get mixed up in my family's business. I think it would be easier for him to go home. He doesn't seem to like me very much, but that's fine. I don't like him, either, and I'll be happy to see the last of him when this mission is over. The only good thing Karlius has done for this group is make my sister happy. Other than that... I wouldn't mind if he picked up and left and never came back.
Out of everyone in the Paw Patrol, Tarrok has grown to be the only person that Karlius would say he explicitly dislikes. Karlius loves a good story, full of cunning deception and intrigue, but when it's done in an intellectual and thought-out manner. He finds Tarrok's frequent contradicting statements annoying, but finds it very amusing to keep pointing it out to see how they will try and cover their ass. Karlius often wonders if he ever lacks empathy for others too much, but when he remembers Tarrok, he thinks he's doing just fine.
Maybe the less... Even headed of the team dispatched to me, but still an incredibly reliable sibling from within the Umbra, and a force to be reckoned with, it seems. Might have formally met them for comparably little time, but, so far, I've only good things to report back home about them, and certainly wish to see how they'll fare in the future. And hopefully Lucia won't be mad I'm keeping her little soldier for a little longer.
Sorry, sister. It seems we've made a mess of things.
Come back soon, buddy.
What a pleasant fellow. I... enjoyed his company... he seems sweet and pure-hearted.
Piss Sniffer seemed to like them... that's enough for me to consider them my friend!
Mama<?
Tarrok Dawayn. A steadfast sibling, a great warrior, and an old friend. Your scars match mine, my friend, and I cherish the years we fought together. I'm glad you've priviledged me with your trust, sibling.
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Sorry I wasn't faster.
They seem tough and intimidating at a glance, and they don't say much, but don't be fooled! I've found Tarrok to be a big softie and a REAL chatterbox once you get 'em going! I've only known them a few days but I really feel like we're bonding!