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Post by boogieknight on Jun 9, 2009 14:25:07 GMT -5
Servants set plates of fine foods of craftsmanship and novelty on the table as Boogie sat patiently. Ambition, not hunger made him slightly uneasy, for he hoped to make a valuable ally in the Dark Assembly. For all his effort, Boogie doubted that Laharl fully grasped the importance of working the political machine. Many demons commonly believed that simple brute force was enough to claim and preserve the throne, and often failed to comprehend the damage that a political defeat entailed.
Boogie ran his finger along the edge of the silver platter as he contemplated how to best address his new possible ally. He sensed that he wouldn't wait long and sat up to properly address the guest.
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Post by whyerd on Jun 15, 2009 14:57:47 GMT -5
[sorry about the wait dude]
The blue pig demon enters the room, making sure to set himself as the V.I.P. there. A common practice to make clients remember that they are hireing one of the most succesful lobbyist/lawyer/bodyguard of the netherworld. Though finding someone that works in all three feilds is rare; Glutenous is great at making the senate see his way. The younger demon, it wasn't common for him to run into someone older than him, had no clue about 'Boogie'. He doesn't keep up with sleazy gossip magazines to know which vassal worked for so and so overlord, after getting them pregant.
"Mr. Asmodeus, I assume." His voice suggested authority and Spanish-accent, "I'm Glutenous Von Whort. You've called me, in need of my services. Tell me what they are and why I should bother doing them." The pig likes going through introductions fast. How else is he going to get paid and have the chance to beat someone into a pulp. Damn, that food got me hungry... Hopefully, he'll have to leave the room or something.
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Post by boogieknight on Jun 15, 2009 17:26:15 GMT -5
"Down to business, a man after my own heart," Boogie replied, "In short, I wish to build a power block within the Dark Assembly by which any legislation needed for the support of Overlord Laharl's war effort and governance can be fast tracked while anything enemies may wish to pass dies before it can gain traction."
Boogie sips from his glass before he elaborated, "I think it is high time that the Overlord, our military leader, and the Dark Assembly, the political leaders, unite in order to fully dominate the Netherworld. Cooperation will yield in more than a cabal of power brokers, but a real government. Chaos has been the way of the Netherworld for a long time, with petty fiefdoms scattered across the multiverse. But if we were to form a demon superstate, we would enjoy power that would make our predecesors look like neighborhood bullies."
An eager, unironic smile crept across his face as he leaned over. The face did not lie, Boogie wasn't spewing a pie in the sky fantasy, but a genuine scheme which he thought to be within reach.
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Post by whyerd on Jun 22, 2009 17:36:31 GMT -5
If he was an unintelligent demon, he would've screamed that the plan was a pipe-dream or it would threaten his job. However, he started to think on Boogie's speech. More government control would mean more things that they need to regulate. The more things need to be regulated, the more opportunities to get clients wanting to effect those regulations. There was no mention in changing who was in the government, it's just mending them together where they will tolerate each other long enough to get things done. Most of those senators are either easily corruptible or beaten. If this superpower happens to capture other netherworlds, those too would want to hire someone to pass their ideas.
"Interesting proposal, Mr. Asmodeus." He calm, hinting mild interest with his voice. "As an old saying goes, 'two in harmony suppresses one in perfection'. Granted there are more than two powers through out the Dark Assembly; getting majority on an Overlord's side my prove to makes things run smoothly. It's not going to be easy, but the hard work to weld both powers could result in a large reward. A 'superpower', combined of executive and legislative, could prove to be effective for the military as well. It would be easier to use troops if both are on the same page, instead of rivals."
He yawns and stretches out; as to say [you]I've gone long enough on that subject.[/you] "I suppose you didn't have me come over to talk on government theories. I suppose it's the fact that you want to reach that goal that you have me here. And as oil to the cogs, you want me to ease the senators into going along with your plan. Now, do you know anyone off hand that's 100 percent against you? My paid services include getting them to think otherwise." Boogie may have wanted it for the betterment of government; but Glutenous is going to find out how to get the plan to work for himself.
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Post by boogieknight on Jun 23, 2009 21:51:06 GMT -5
Boogie nods as he produces a list from the pocket inside his jacket. Sealed with wax, Boogie sets it on the table just in front of Von Whort. He sits down as he explains, "There's a small cadre of ghosts who individually are not trouble, but together are a pain. If only one or two were to change sides that would break them. However, there's a Galactic demon who has a great deal of sway and just won't budge. To convert him or neutralize him is going to be a trial, but I think it just may be worth it to win him over."
He added, "I'm glad to hear that you are so receptive to this idea. I think cooperation will produce great rewards for us. A demon with great strength is fearsome, but it's not until a demon has vision is he a world chaging power."
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Post by whyerd on Jun 24, 2009 14:34:54 GMT -5
The pig picks up the list and starts reading. Luckily, three of the names were ones all ready 'won over'. However, it was a rather large list. He read out loud read to say who he thought Boogie was talking about, "Galactic demon? I think you're reffering to Senator Palinafty. From the rumors I heard, he's a very tough one. Programed not to ever accept a bribe and to destroy any who try to suggest changing sides. I think I might have to deal with him first. It would be more beneficial to make the larger powers join or die. Even if we get 3/4 of this list, it's still possible for Palintafty to out vote them." Also, I haven't had the pleasure to prove I can kick his robotic ass.
Glutenous listened to the added note, "Sometimes you need to let go of what you know to find something better. Even if we fail, I doubt the government would be in a state of chaos, more so than it all ready is." Sometimes you need to keep tabs on people who buy your services. Sadly, there were multiple times he was duped into fighting a cause, because they said it was for something else. "If you don't mind me asking, what will you be doing as I visit the opposers?" Then he remembered who Mr. Asmodeus wanted to join together, " I take it you have some ties between both parties."
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Post by boogieknight on Jun 24, 2009 15:43:17 GMT -5
"Indeed, I have been trying to make connections in the Dark Assembly since I've been petitioning them on Overlord Laharl's behalf," admitted Boogie, "There's a certain nekomata with a little influence who tends to waver every which way. It's my aim to convince her to be more steady in her votes, but we both know that a demon like that has the natural fickleness of a cat and a woman put together to the factor of ten."
A smile of admiration crept on Boogie's face, he knew that he made a good choice in a potential ally since the demon had sense enough to see how the duties would be divied out. Von Whort was not the sort to become a mere subordinate to another, even if he may profit a little from it. Boogie continued, "I'm also visiting another senator with whom I think you are well acquanted with. He's a zombie who has warmed up to me when I helped him get cans of Sword body spray in bulk. I have no idea if his assertion that it makes women weak in the knees has any truth in it, or if it's his natural body odor, but he swears by it."
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Post by whyerd on Jul 11, 2009 1:40:54 GMT -5
Listening to Boogie's rant, Glutenous figured out who he was talking about. "The nekomata who is fickle, that would be Miss Ulenda. I found dangling a shiny object in front of her, will get you a 70 percent chance in voting in your favorite. Adding chocolate with the shiny object, she's basically putty. Expensive putty, but we need to own as much of the floor as we can. The zombie with the Sword spray is Racknock. I'm the one who sent him the stuff, after hearing a rumor that he wanted to find something that will cover his b.o. I got him the stuff, and hired two escorts to go with him to a club. I have no idea if it works, but he seems to think it is."
Von Whort is indeed the one not to sell out on his beliefs. Even if Boogie was only there to steal information, recruit for his master, or 'put in early retirement'; the demon had ways to cause Hell for rivals. He can't play that card too often, but he still has plenty of favors and lies to enlist a small army.
The pig mostly believes that Boogie was in for his mater plan; but one can't be sure how far ambition may drive someone. "Laharl is your Overlord then... He's that one Overlord, Kir..." Remembering royals wasn't his strong suit, "Anyways, blue haired bra... I mean young man." At least he knew not to insult leaders in front of their subjects that might have loyalty. He might be able to refer Laharl as 'brat', once finding out if the vassal's plans include him still being in charge or not. "What's his take on our operation. Who arranged for this set up. Also, is this a sad attempt for him to pass some ridiculous bill to have the Netherworld's pools with pudding?"
Glutenous laughs loudly. With a smirk he watches for a reaction. It was another test. When he done this to a hippie animal activist, they felt that there cause was insulted, so they came at him screaming, "Let's turn you into bacon and see how you like it!" To hippie cultist, they paused, then proceed that their leader is all knowing and will lead them to the right way. If a superpower is to be possible, he can't waste time with a lackey who's too hot headed or doesn't know anything. However, the former would make things fun; battles make everything better.
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Post by boogieknight on Jul 11, 2009 3:48:18 GMT -5
Amusement was clear on Boogie's face as he responded, "Show me a woman who isn't expensive to turn into putty and I'll call you a fool for not hiding her away! But I must thank you for that sound advice on winning her favor." He continued to smile as Glutenous explained the ruse on Racknock, "I must admire your cunning, creating perceptions is one of the key strategies in the arena. Whether it is a battle of swords and sorcery or a battle of policy and influence, putting into the minds of others what you want them to think is the foundation for victory."
Von Whort was no fool, he knew how to test potential allies, and would not be so easily swayed by positive assertions. Even if it were to be a partnership, it would be natural for both sides to attempt to put themselves in the more dominant position. Both were on top in their respective spheres, why wouldn't either try to take the helm? Boogie became slightly more serious when he responded, "Laharl has given me 'power of attorney' in these matters. He grasps to an extent how useful the Dark Assembly is in the attainment of his goals but he still has much to learn. He has much to learn about a great many things, but were he to follow in the footsteps of Krichevskoy only to a partial degree I think we would have a stable enough Overlord to make this cooperation feasable."
"Part of my loyalty pertains to my feelings about Krichevskoy, that is true. By the same token, I am being loyal to the Overlord as an institution, not simply as a demon. To make an Overlord more than the demon with the title, to turn it into a system, that would discourage a great many pretenders to the throne. It's easy enough to kill one demon, but to make war on an institution will rouse the anger of many a demon."
"I want a strong Overlord, but I think overreaching and trying to make him an allpowerful solitary figure on invites more civil war," Boogie confided before he laughed, "Sir, if after all the hard work I've put into making Laharl a ruler the Netherworld has never seen before the young Overlord decides to squander the political capital on something so frivilous, I'll overthrow him myself!"
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