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Darqx — Redback's Rule

Published: 2008-06-29 13:16:11 +0000 UTC; Views: 13491; Favourites: 369; Downloads: 0
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Description Oh hoorah you get a picture and a story, you lucky things you! Or unlucky, depending on how you view my writing skills lol.

The story was just supposed to be a short little thing, about a quarter of the length i've got here, but i thought i might as well throw the whole thing up.

So enjoy a 'friendly' moment between the Hedone Highers!

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A.E.D was tired.
Bloody, fucking, excuse-me-I’ll-just-take-a-nap-right-here-thanks tired.

The prefect was nearing the end of a very long school surveillance, having somehow been dumped with Jacob’s shift as the other prefect was literally coughing up a lung thanks to the flu. So whilst everyone else was happily sleeping, the brown skinned teen was busy skulking through corridors and checking twice as many classrooms to make sure nobody was somewhere they weren’t meant to be. If all went well, .D would be finished soon and get the damn sleep he needed.

Of course, that was probably a little too much to ask.

“Oi you! Lights out was over two hours ago, get back to your dorms!” A.E.D called to the two boys standing in front of him. He’d rounded a corner into a corridor he was expecting to be empty, but instead it was occupied by two punks that obviously didn’t know the meaning of curfew. They turned around with twin looks of surprise etched on their faces, before their eyebrows flashed downward in rebellion.

“And whose gonna make us?” One of them, a pug faced blond, sneered at him, looking him up and down before his eyes landed on the badge pinned to A.E.D’s vest. The blond’s sneer grew in malevolence, “ Prefect.”

A.E.D frowned, taking a step backwards as they advanced on him.
Fuck. He was too tired for this shit.

~*~*~*

Izm was up late (or early, depending on how you wanted to look at the clock). The goggled teen grinned as he fingered the small roll of cash in his pocket, the spoils from another successful “business deal” he’d had outside school grounds. The deal was the reason he was up navigating corridors in the first place, having just gotten back.

“… Prefect.”

Well now that was interesting. Usually no one was up at this time; or at least if they were not around this area of the school. Curiosity peaked, Izm cautiously approached the direction of the faint voice, which, as he got closer, had seemingly escalated into a full on brawl.

“…Fuck! …bastard kicked …”
“…this’ll…teach…”

He stepped into the corridor at the exact same moment a pug faced blond (one of two, Izm noted briefly) delivered a vicious kick to the head of someone lying on the floor.

A very familiar, dark skinned someone.
Two against one. Unfair fight.
Kick…to the…head?

Izm clenched his fists.

“What the fuck do you think you are doing?” His tone was deceptively genial. Izm grinned dangerously as the two bastards looked at him in surprise; too busy beating up on .D to have noticed Izm’s appearance.

“What’s it to you?” The other boy, a brunette, sneered.

Izm shrugged nonchalantly, sliding his hands into his pockets as he scrutinized them, “Redback’s Rule.”

“That stupid rule? We’ve heard the stories, but we know they’re all just a bunch of bullshit made up by some pussies that couldn’t handle themselves,” Blond scoffed before turning his attention back to A.E.D, who, disturbingly, hadn’t moved from his spot on the floor, “So this is the prefect from the rule eh?” He reared back to kick .D again.

“Touch him again, and I will kill you.” Izm growled, the butterfly knife hidden in his pocket quickly flicked out and ready in his fist. Blond and Brunette’s eyes widened at the weapon.

“Shit man! What the fuck!?”
“Leave. Now.”

They eyed him for a moment, as if debating how much tough points they’d lose running from someone shorter then them. Izm took a threatening step forward, suppressing a smirk as the two decided that running from someone who was armed, never mind how big they were, was in their best interests. As soon as they were gone, the goggled teen knelt down besides the barely conscious A.E.D.

“Hey .D, you -” WHAP! Izm almost fell over from the punch the prefect had delivered to his midsection, “WHAT THE FUCK WAS THAT FOR?”

“That…was for…having a weapon…on school grounds. Bastard.” A.E.D ground out from around a split lip, before flopping back onto the floor and curling around himself, obviously in pain, “Fuck…head hurts. Remind me…to find out those guys’ names’. Be sending them…to Rire.”

~*~*~*

The walk back to A.E.D’s dorm was a fairly quiet one. Or, in .D’s case, the drag back. He’d been too tired and winded to actually get up off the floor, resulting in Izm having to haul him up and pretty much hang on to him to keep him upright. That was why one of A.E.D’s arms was loosely hooked around the shorter boy’s neck, Izm’s hand on his hip to lend support.

.D cracked open an eyelid, internally wincing at the soreness he felt from the small action. Great, he probably had a black eye, or at least it was starting to bruise. He had, after all, been punched in the face at some point. He glanced over at his companion.

Izm’s expression was livid, the normal grin replaced with a tight line and angry, brooding eyes that were fixated straight ahead. He was also muttering furiously, as if stuck in a personal litany A.E.D shouldn’t have been able to hear.

“Fuckers. Think they can just ignore Redback’s Rule like that? Oh, but that will change when I’m through with them. I haven’t seen them in The Underground before, but if my suspicions are correct they’ll be there and I will find them. And then they’ll wish I hadn’t.”

Redback’s Rule eh? A.E.D’s brain was fuzzy. He’d heard that somewhere before, but he wasn’t sure where from. From those two bastards tonight? The prefect thought hard, but that just aggravated the headache he’d been nursing as well as made him realize he didn’t have much of a memory between the time he got kicked in the head and when he’d heard Izm’s voice demanding “Leave. Now.” He’d been in and out of consciousness then.

Whatever. He was too tired and sore to care at this point. He shut his eye again, letting Izm steer him blindly towards their destination.

~*~*~*

Izm dropped A.E.D onto his bed, throwing the prefect’s student card (which he’d had to fish out of .D’s pocket in order to open the door) onto the bedside table, before heading to the ensuite bathroom for a glass of water. He then yanked out the first aid kit he knew .D kept underneath his bed, shook out two painkillers from their opaque, brown bottle and handed them along with the water to A.E.D.

.D peered at him from underneath his eyelids. “I can take care of myself,” he griped, but took the offered meds without further complaint, before flopping onto the bed and passing out almost as soon as his head touched a pillow.

Izm was left staring down at the other teen uncertainly. He wasn’t much of a medic – that was more A.E.D’s territory – and externally .D seemed fine besides the split lip and black eye. He’d probably have more bruises in the morning. What Izm was more worried about was what might result from that kick to the head. Although judging from the fact .D still seemed to have his usual personality intact, Izm was hoping it would just be a headache and a very large sore lump.

Suddenly, Izm grinned thinly. A.E.D said he was going to be sending them to Rire, which was the worst possible punishment anyone could get in this school. However, before that happened he’d like to deal out a little punishment of his own.

It was obvious that Blond and Brunette hadn’t realized who he was.

Izm patted his pocket – the pocket containing the butterfly knife A.E.D had forgotten to confiscate – as he made his way towards the door. His grin turned predatory.

And he didn’t like it when people blatantly disregarded his rule like that.

Redback’s Rule:
You will not attempt to kill/maim/badly hurt the prefect with the fang bangs.

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Whew, that was long. And if you're wondering why i didn't dump this in the lit category it's because the picture was/is actually my main focus here

Inspired by who commented in my journal :

"I'm not sure if you already have an idea for your art project, but here's a thought. We're always seeing A.E.D. being responsible and/or saving IZM. I wonder what sort of situation it'd have to be for IZM to save A.E.D."

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WANT MORE?

Managed to read through my drivel? Want more "continuation" to this for some reason? Then you're going to love =PunchBagBobsRevenge because she's written her own version of what happens next 8) now only available on ~HedoneHigh

Here it is: [link]

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Comments: 158

Kamaniki In reply to ??? [2008-07-11 10:08:42 +0000 UTC]

LETS PARTEHHH!!

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knoxthm In reply to ??? [2008-07-10 00:17:25 +0000 UTC]

Yay! Story time is mah favorite time : D I love those two ^_^

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InvaderDemeter In reply to ??? [2008-07-09 17:34:08 +0000 UTC]

Much much glee. :3 How long does it take you to write stories like that? XDD

Perfect expression on Izm's face, btw. X3

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Darqx In reply to InvaderDemeter [2008-07-09 17:38:20 +0000 UTC]

Longer then it probably should've taken me lol XP
And thanx. It was interesting drawing him without a grin for once

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InvaderDemeter In reply to Darqx [2008-07-09 17:40:33 +0000 UTC]

How long is that? XDD I know it would have taken me a week- 'cause I double check every single word for context and everything XDD

...shit I'm still working on that story I need to submit soon. I started it in the spring.

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infinite-procedure In reply to ??? [2008-07-02 00:21:28 +0000 UTC]

awwie I love them ^-^ their so cute I love how protective Izm is of AED it makes me think Izm is the domenint one but AED could be too lol I love the story about it you should write more about them :3 :d

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Darqx In reply to infinite-procedure [2008-07-02 07:54:50 +0000 UTC]

Thanx
Psshh they'd probably fight for dominance or something lol

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infinite-procedure In reply to Darqx [2008-07-02 16:44:15 +0000 UTC]

lol I could just see it now

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D: Im on top Izm!
Izm: Bitch you wish...I get top!
D: but you always get top!
Izm: Cuz im good at it *kinky grin*
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xD yes the world is good lol

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Darqx In reply to infinite-procedure [2008-07-02 16:54:14 +0000 UTC]

!

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infinite-procedure In reply to Darqx [2008-07-02 16:59:44 +0000 UTC]

:3 xD I actually want to draw that now...I think I will <.< yesh sexy time with Izm and .D lol

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psychopith In reply to ??? [2008-07-01 17:35:11 +0000 UTC]

really you should be a proffessional

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Emerald-Tidle-Wave [2008-07-01 17:22:44 +0000 UTC]

Ah these two guys are wonderful. I love when Izm gets all tuff These guys make me happy

Wonderful art.. I love the lighting and the colors

AND wonderful writing.. very epic, I loved it!

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Darqx In reply to Emerald-Tidle-Wave [2008-07-02 07:53:19 +0000 UTC]

A tough Izm is a cute Izm
And thanx very much! =3

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McAlli [2008-07-01 15:43:48 +0000 UTC]

....awesomeness!
You write very well, with a very nice style.

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Darqx In reply to McAlli [2008-07-01 16:17:28 +0000 UTC]

Why thankyou! ^^

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Death-Fairy01 In reply to ??? [2008-07-01 03:30:43 +0000 UTC]

Aww, I really liked this. The picture itself is just awesome. It's fun to see Izm helping A.E.D for a change. And .D's injuries look neat.(You can just tell I have some sort of blood fetish. ) But moving on to the story itself. I loved it! It's written very well. And the character interaction was grand. It made me

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Darqx In reply to Death-Fairy01 [2008-07-01 05:01:00 +0000 UTC]

Thanx DeF! Ooh i know what you mean about the blood fetish, i quite like drawing people injured/after a fight as well >_>

Glad you liked it! ^^

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Death-Fairy01 In reply to Darqx [2008-07-01 13:25:59 +0000 UTC]

Very welcome! Yesh, having a blood fetish is fun. It makes violence so much more fun.

And of course I did! You're brilliant!

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ZimLover In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 19:42:10 +0000 UTC]

Omg this is SEXY 8D<3

Please, Never stop being amazing Darqx<3

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Darqx In reply to ZimLover [2008-07-01 04:59:18 +0000 UTC]

Lol thanx ZL
I'll try XDD

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sLeePywolfzzz In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 15:02:27 +0000 UTC]

its great to hear more from this story :3

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Darqx In reply to sLeePywolfzzz [2008-07-01 04:58:57 +0000 UTC]

Thanx

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dicyfer In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 03:57:40 +0000 UTC]

Love it! I hope we can see more writing in the future.

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Darqx In reply to dicyfer [2008-06-30 06:09:27 +0000 UTC]

One shots maybe, but full stories probably not XD

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dicyfer In reply to Darqx [2008-06-30 17:10:49 +0000 UTC]

It's still something.

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fox-ninja In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 03:10:58 +0000 UTC]

Go Izm! He kicks ass!

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ShadowRulezMe [2008-06-30 02:31:00 +0000 UTC]

I know this has nothing to do with the picture but what program do you use to make all your animations?

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Darqx In reply to ShadowRulezMe [2008-06-30 04:47:10 +0000 UTC]

I use Flash MX for most of my animations
For small animations (eg: my avatar) i use Adobe Imageready

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ShadowRulezMe In reply to Darqx [2008-06-30 13:42:22 +0000 UTC]

thank you!

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DemonDragon000 In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 01:58:52 +0000 UTC]

Great pic and great story to go with it!

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Darqx In reply to DemonDragon000 [2008-06-30 05:35:41 +0000 UTC]

Thanx!

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AJF-chan In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 00:55:44 +0000 UTC]

I absolutely love the story and the pic.

And I love "Redback's Rule"

Go IZM!

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Darqx In reply to AJF-chan [2008-06-30 05:17:14 +0000 UTC]

Aww thankyou!

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Blahsblah2001 [2008-06-30 00:53:19 +0000 UTC]

Lol, I thought it was no kicking in the head.

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Darqx In reply to Blahsblah2001 [2008-06-30 05:07:41 +0000 UTC]

Well, it's included in the package XD

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Blitz32 [2008-06-30 00:51:29 +0000 UTC]

Awesome pic Darqx, I loved the back story as well....very well written, and nice to hear the story Coolios!

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Darqx In reply to Blitz32 [2008-06-30 05:17:58 +0000 UTC]

Thanx man!

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miccaaoichisbrother In reply to ??? [2008-06-30 00:30:10 +0000 UTC]

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEE i love it

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Darqx In reply to miccaaoichisbrother [2008-06-30 05:47:01 +0000 UTC]

Thanx!

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TrendyLindie [2008-06-29 23:18:43 +0000 UTC]

That was...really, really, surprisingly sweet! I love that this piece brings out the fact that Izm's a good guy to those who are good to him - and someone to be feared if you hurt those he cares about. That's one of my favorite characteristics of close comrades, and it makes me really happy that you wrote that piece along with it 'cause...yeah. Awesome.

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Darqx In reply to TrendyLindie [2008-06-30 05:24:21 +0000 UTC]

Thanx

Yeah despite what A.E.D says about greatly disliking Izm, they've always got each others backs ^^

Ooh that's one of my fave characteristics too! It's a fun one because you can do so much with it

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TrendyLindie In reply to Darqx [2008-06-30 05:34:54 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome. ^^

Forced friendships are awesome like that. XD (Well, begrudging friendships, I guess.)

You really can! It's endearing in a platonic sense and in a romantic sense, and just as powerful both ways, which is something that's great to see.

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SomeGirlNamedJhenne [2008-06-29 23:12:58 +0000 UTC]

I think that you have lovely writing skills
The picture is great too! I love how .D's prefect tag is hanging on by a thread

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Darqx In reply to SomeGirlNamedJhenne [2008-06-30 05:43:17 +0000 UTC]

Why thankyou
Haha yeah, he'll need to get that fixed XD

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KitsuneNekoTigi [2008-06-29 23:07:13 +0000 UTC]

*HUG* I love your art but what I REALLY love are your stories that goes with it, they're so cool!

*hugs AED and Izm* >.> you rooooooooock

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Darqx In reply to KitsuneNekoTigi [2008-06-30 05:45:11 +0000 UTC]

Thanx! I like to add them in sometimes, gives the pic more of a backstory hehe

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Locksy-V In reply to ??? [2008-06-29 22:57:59 +0000 UTC]

it's good to see them kind of getting along. i say kind of, b/c there was still a punch in the face and shit XD but you know, baby steps.

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Darqx In reply to Locksy-V [2008-06-30 05:07:18 +0000 UTC]

They'll get there...one day...someday

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Yeyana [2008-06-29 22:37:39 +0000 UTC]

I really DO adore your writing...<3

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Darqx In reply to Yeyana [2008-06-30 05:49:48 +0000 UTC]

Why thankyou! I'm glad you enjoy it ^^

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