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[chin_godzilla]

"the Guardian Alliance has set up this inbox for the creature that responds to the name 'Godzilla'. While unable to speak on his own, he seems capable of understanding people, so until he proves capable of understanding written languages, it may be best to stick with videos and voice messages."

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[ikols]

Nothing, darling. I've no requests of you tonight.

[ He might have been entertaining the idea of changing into a large lizard to see if that great big hunk of dino-zilla was up for a little fun, but the memory of a dead mate has somewhat killed the mood. He holds up his hands, gesturing for Godzilla to lower his head. ]

Come down here and let me touch your throat, I'll write your vocal chords a new story.

[ His chaos-magic will lie to the ligaments, warp the lie into reality, and thus grant the power of speech. ]

[chin_godzilla]

(Godzilla squats down and leans in, letting Loki's hands reach the lizard's neck. There's no magic where he's from, but he's seen it do all kinds of things in this world. Offensive purposes, cleaning, restoration, communing with those who cannot speak...and thus far, he hasn't met a mage he can't trust. Sure, things might be awkward at first (as it was for Sephiroth, but with the larger kaiju being a threat, it was an honest mistake), but thus far things have worked out well. A sign of trust can do a lot to win someone over.

And that trust is within Loki's reach.)

[ikols]

[ Loki's fingertips weave green light around the thick scaly throat, lighting it up so he can see through it like an x-ray, weaving his magic through flesh so that Godzilla will feel the icy chill of it like the lapping waves of the ocean. The murmured Asgardian words are thick and lyrical as Loki slips into his own language, and rising up behind him the Norn Stones wink into existence, covered in carvings. The stones turn green to match his sorcery and as Loki ties in Godzilla's ability to speak to his loyalty to Loki, the seiðr spell seeps into the vocal chords specifically.

The Norn Stones vanish like dying stars and Loki steps back, eyes glowing green as his hands drip sparkles of verdant starlight. The space around them smells strongly like pine woods and snow. ]

I give you the gift of language, long used by dragons. Speak then, cousin of Fafnir.

[ Not the best role-model, but a solid reference in the moment. ]

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[chin_godzilla]

(Godzilla sits still and lets Loki do what he must. Using magic requires concentration and the better they can hold it, the better the spell will be. And he'd rather not mess up this spell in particular. It's a strange feeling, being the direct focus of a spell like this, but the reminders of the ocean are welcome. He loves the ocean. Maybe he'll go for a swim later.

The new smells and Loki's words insist the deed is done and Godzilla lifts his head, a low grumble testing his vocal cords before he opens his mouth to speak.)

...I will never understand magic, but--

(The lizard pauses, an audible gasp of surprise as he speaks his words. He stammers, audibly, and surprise paves the way for a genuine smile.)

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[chin_godzilla]

(Even a good old laugh. A deep, hearty laugh.)

It works! I'm speaking! Words of man, through the voice of a lizard! This is incredible!

(He can speak like a normal person and he's living for it, but he still has his instincts and mannerisms and often shows appreciation with leaning in and licking someone on the cheek. Loki is no exception.)

Thank you, thank you! I never thought this would be possible!

[ikols]

[ That huge fanged grin makes his stomach swoop and he isn't sure if that's a good or wise reaction, but it sure does. He turns faintly pink in the cheeks when licked, patting Godzilla on the chest. Shucks. ]

Yes, well. You're very welcome. It's all part of our bargain, remember, although I imagine I won't require your services for a while. Have fun with the voice, I'm sure there are plenty more people you would like to chat with and I really ought to be going ...

[chin_godzilla]

Do you have to? There are many I wish to talk to, yes, but bargain or no, this is a great gift!

(As if to cement his point, Godzilla sits on his haunches, tail wagging.)

And I'm happy to share it with you, Loki.

[ikols]

[ What a horrendously cute, terrifying lizard. That pleased wagging tail is not fair in the slightest. ]

Tell you what, you go and chitchat with your friends and then call me to share all the deets when you've had your fun. Let me know how it goes.

[chin_godzilla]

Okay. I can do that!

(Godzilla rises back up to his feet with a pleased whine.)

They'll be very surprised by it; I can't wait to share the good news. Thank you again, Loki! I'll put this to good use!