02/08/09 [DMFA #969] - Negotiations continue

[Howl]

Oh, and Dan's gay. It's for certain now. Abel x Dan fans rejoice. XD

I suppose I'm gay because I don't like/hate Kria altogether? Her attitude right now is a bit more tolerable, though.

[LigerJet]

Maybe part of the reason Dan is avoiding Kria's advances is because Matilda would be pissed off/upset if anything happened.

[MaskedRetriever]

Also there's the fact that Kria's, y'know, EVIL and Dan knows it.  However I can't stop thinking of this one line from Duce Bigelow:

"Where you think I got this watch?"
"Um... Man-whoring."
"Stock market.  Money for the stock market, from man-whoring."

If I were Dan I'd be seriously considering adding man-whoring to my weapons arsenal.  But then I'm not Dan.

And he's big on this whole honor thing.  Silly Dan.

[Tapewolf]

If I were Dan I'd be seriously considering adding man-whoring to my weapons arsenal.  But then I'm not Dan.

Yeah, that might be construed by him as giving into his 'Cubi side...

[techmaster-glitch]

Ai, that does it. We've seen many, many occasions of Dan hitting on girls, making advances, and just generally chasing after them to get some. But then, when two girls (Kria and Matilda) make advances him, he freaks out. That just...doesn't--seem--right. Almost like there's a double standard going on...

...

OH WAIT I'VE GOT IT. Not only is dan racist, he's sexist! 

[senrath]

Ai, that does it. We've seen many, many occasions of Dan hitting on girls, making advances, and just generally chasing after them to get some. But then, when two girls (Kria and Matilda) make advances him, he freaks out. That just...doesn't--seem--right. Almost like there's a double standard going on...

...

OH WAIT I'VE GOT IT. Not only is dan racist, he's sexist! 

To be fair, when he was approached by Matilda he was already freaking out.

Also, Kria is still managing to both creep me out and make me laugh my pants off.  Glad I didn't read the comic in public.

[Jairus]

Ai, that does it. We've seen many, many occasions of Dan hitting on girls, making advances, and just generally chasing after them to get some. But then, when two girls (Kria and Matilda) make advances him, he freaks out. That just...doesn't--seem--right. Almost like there's a double standard going on...

...

OH WAIT I'VE GOT IT. Not only is dan racist, he's sexist! 

To be fair, when he was approached by Matilda he was already freaking out.

Also, Kria is still managing to both creep me out and make me laugh my pants off.  Glad I didn't read the comic in public.

To be fair again, that was because he was still coming to grips with his Cubi heritage, and wasn't sure if she was genuinely attracted to him or it was some kind of Cubi thing.

[Tapewolf]

To be fair again, that was because he was still coming to grips with his Cubi heritage, and wasn't sure if she was genuinely attracted to him or it was some kind of Cubi thing.

Yeah.  He seems to be happier around her since then.

[joshofspam]

To be fair again, that was because he was still coming to grips with his Cubi heritage, and wasn't sure if she was genuinely attracted to him or it was some kind of Cubi thing.

Yeah.  He seems to be happier around her since then.

I would have to agree. Comic 662, showed they left of on a good point.

[Tezkat]

Remember those discussions we had about the basis of Furrae's economy when one can easily conjure gold? I've noticed that Kria's not the only one to place a monetary value on slightly used clothing.

The secret's been revealed: The economy of Furrae is based on pants!

[Baal Hadad]

It's been off.

Oh, and Dan's gay. It's for certain now. Abel x Dan fans rejoice. XD

My response to that is this.

I'd say it's because of Kria's projected step in the demonic age range. Between Dan and Kria, it's like a young adult being flirted with by his friend's 35-year old mother. Kria's attitude, advances, and normal role call for antagonism are all turn offs for Dan. Dan, being a former advenurer for the cause of justice and one who apparently still holds prejudice for "demon's evil tendencies" couldn't bear the thought of being with, not only one of poorly reputed race, but a prime specimen in the less than saintly acts, with the attitude to match. Kria's overly forward and somewhat intrusive (meaning creepy) advances only serve to sour the punch.

And here's to you, Mrs. Soulstealer....
Cubi love you more than you will know....
Whoa whoa whoa....

Ai, that does it. We've seen many, many occasions of Dan hitting on girls, making advances, and just generally chasing after them to get some. But then, when two girls (Kria and Matilda) make advances him, he freaks out. That just...doesn't--seem--right. Almost like there's a double standard going on...

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OH WAIT I'VE GOT IT. Not only is dan racist, he's sexist! 

Dun dun dun....

Wonder when we get the comic where he realizes that little tidbit about himself....

[Tapewolf]

Wonder when we get the comic where he realizes that little tidbit about himself....

When in doubt, do it yourself!

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[Brunhidden]

all this time and nobody once thought that his reluctance might have to do with the fact that she ate a previous boyfriend (possibly more then one and a large number of other bystanders)

[Jairus]

all this time and nobody once thought that his reluctance might have to do with the fact that she ate a previous boyfriend (possibly more then one and a large number of other bystanders)

Does Dan actually know what happened to Lorenda's mom? I mean, Jyrras certainly knows, but has she/he told Dan?

[Tapewolf]

Does Dan actually know what happened to Lorenda's mom?

Did you mean 'father' there?

[Jairus]

Does Dan actually know what happened to Lorenda's mom?

Did you mean 'father' there?

*facepalm* Dammit. How did I screw that up?

Yes, I mean Lorenda's dad. Does Dan know about him?

[Valynth]

Remember those discussions we had about the basis of Furrae's economy when one can easily conjure gold? I've noticed that Kria's not the only one to place a monetary value on slightly used clothing.

The secret's been revealed: The economy of Furrae is based on used pants!

Fixed.

Now I'm just waiting for the vending machines.

[Lisky]

... after watching a few scenes from last night's Dead Space webcast... Dan is totally in a "NO MEANS NO" situation... around 7:56:00

[Corgatha Taldorthar]

I doubt it's going to happen, but here's hoping that Regina doesn't just drop off her tray at the cart but brings it up to Kria and Dan. I'd love to see her reaction to this conversation right now.

[AmigaDragon]

... after watching a few scenes from last night's Dead Space webcast... Dan is totally in a "NO MEANS NO" situation... around 7:56:00

What does a game video have to do with the comic?

Maybe part of the reason Dan is avoiding Kria's advances is because Matilda would be pissed off/upset if anything happened.

As far as I've seen so far, Dan and Matilda are just friends. She may want to try to take it farther than that, but she appears to be giving him the time he needs to come to grips with his 'cubi heritage before getting any more romantically involved with him than a friendly meal together. They both potentially have thousands of years to consider it.

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[thegayhare]

... after watching a few scenes from last night's Dead Space webcast... Dan is totally in a "NO MEANS NO" situation... around 7:56:00

What does a game video have to do with the comic?

I belive he's refuring to a scene in the games animated prequel

[King Of Hearts]

That was Devin? man I am so slow on the uptake.

In my imaginary canon, Dan is just haggling for a better negotiating position.

he heh, now that I think about it... wouldnt Kria just demolish any defense the meek lil roo-rat Jy would set up if he was thrust into this situation?

[Alterationartist]

Wait, if demons fear cubi.....

What would happen if DP had had to fight Dan again and realize that he was a cubi now?

I'm just saying since Regina is no doubt unaware that said cubi had confronted DP as a being.

[inuhanyo]

According to Kria, she has quite the reputation.  Dan would certainly have heard of her.  She is the kind of Creature that makes his old career of adventurer necessary.

That was Devin? man I am so slow on the uptake.

In my imaginary canon, Dan is just haggling for a better negotiating position.

he heh, now that I think about it... wouldn't Kria just demolish any defense the meek lil roo-rat Jy would set up if he was thrust into this situation?

Oh, Jyrras has had his encounter with Kria already.    If Jy had any warning, he'd have something prepared.  If not then there is his power.

Wait, if demons fear cubi.....

What would happen if DP had had to fight Dan again and realize that he was a cubi now?

I'm just saying since Regina is no doubt unaware that said cubi had confronted DP as a being.

I don't know about fear... respect as another powerful race of Creatures, certainly.

Hard to say, Dan's resisting even learning anything about his cubi powers.  But if he weren't

Dan vanquishing DP, as being vs demon + cubi powers = very dangerous cubi, yeah.

[King Of Hearts]

I was thinking more of a meeting when Kria after her infatuaton with Jy... but then again, I guess it could have been just a passing fancy,

[inuhanyo]

I was thinking more of a meeting when Kria after her infatuaton with Jy... but then again, I guess it could have been just a passing fancy,

ep 373 Lorenda: "I wouldn't think too much over it. My mom tends to move in and out of things at whimsy."

[Tapewolf]

Wait, if demons fear cubi.....

AFAIK it's a bit of a sliding scale.  Demons can mop the floor with a normal 'Cubi.  However, a powerful 'Cubi can mop the floor with a Demon.  I'm not sure, but I would guess the implication is that Dan would be acting as a representative for some Tri-wing who is now pissed at DP.  This would not be an enviable state to be in.

What would happen if DP had had to fight Dan again and realize that he was a cubi now?

I think he had a fairly good clue, if 388 is anything to go by - he knew that Dan was at least possibly an incubus.

I'm just saying since Regina is no doubt unaware that said cubi had confronted DP as a being.

How much he told others is unclear, of course...

[llearch n'n'daCorna]

I think he had a fairly good clue, if 388 is anything to go by - he knew that Dan was at least possibly an incubus.

388 doesn't say he knew Destania was Dan's mother. All it says is that Dead Pegasus knew that Destania had a child.

Now, we know that Destania is Dan's Mama. But there's nothing saying that Dead Pegasus knows. So your theory, whilst it holds water, is still just that: a theory.

One I happen to agree with, mind, but it's important to keep track of what's confirmed and what's still merely implied.

[Tapewolf]

it's important to keep track of what's confirmed and what's still merely implied.

Quoted for truth.

[AmigaDragon]

What would happen if DP had had to fight Dan again and realize that he was a cubi now?

I think he had a fairly good clue, if 388 is anything to go by - he knew that Dan was at least possibly an incubus.

What's the timing of that (those) panel(s) in 388? Was DP already dead or was it a flashback to some previous time? Other than Aary (and of course Dee), there's no indication at this point that anyone has a clue who Destania's child is.

I'm just saying since Regina is no doubt unaware that said cubi had confronted DP as a being.

How much he told others is unclear, of course...

How much who told? DP? If he deduced during the last fight that Dan is Incubus, he had no chance to tell anyone, unless someone speaks with the dead. Dan? Yeah, he'd probably spread news in the adventurer bars that DP was dead (again) at his hands. And as far as his 'cubi status, few know that yet. Merlitz's former team thinks that Alexsi (not Dan) is a succubus. Since they didn't notice (didn't check?) "Merbel", perhaps they don't know the mechanics of a 'cubi's shape shifting. If they had checked, would they have even noticed Abel's transformed state (same with dragons and whatever else has shape shifting ability)? Maybe "Danlexsi's" transformation magic was so blatant that they forgot to check anyone else around the inn.
Anyway, back to Regina, she knows from Devin that there's a 'cubi in the house, so whether she already knows Dan or not, she'll know now what he is despite hidden headwings. BTW, I'm not sure yet that Kria knows, she only mentioned "incubus level hot". It may imply she knows, but doesn't necessarily outright say she does.