Argo (son_of_hercules) wrote in marvel_nextgen,
@ 2010-11-28 19:16:00

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antaeus, argo, inactive - andy walters, inactive - harmony watkins, plot-"love is hell"

The Road to Hell
It took Argo, Andy, and Corey no time at all to make their way to the cemetery where he had met with Pluto. The Lord of Hades had been true to his word as well, for as soon as they crossed through the gates, a great hole opened up in the ground, flames spewing out of it for a moment, before those subsided. When the flames had cleared, they could see stairs leading deep into the "earth."

Ancient runes were carved into those steps, in some language none of the three would be able to read. Roughly translated, however, they said things such as "I meant to do it this week," "I was only trying to help," and "I'm going to make a New Years resolution..."

Argo looked down those steps and thought of the woman he loved. Harmony came easily to mind and he felt his blood boil. Mephisto would learn that the Son of Hercules was not to be trifled with. He would free her even if he had to bring all of Hell down upon their heads.

"Shall we?" he asked his companions.

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	gammagodling 2010-11-29 12:17 am UTC (link)
	Andy draws his sword and approaches the stairway. "Ready when you are, Brother." Andy says, thinking of how he'd do exactly this thing if it was Jenny or Marlow trapped in Hell right now. (Reply to this)(Thread)

	sandcastlegod 2010-11-29 03:54 am UTC (link)
	Corey won't pretend he isn't scared. But, you know, it's not like it's Tartarus. He nods emphatically. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2010-11-29 04:24 am UTC (link)
	Argo took one final moment to gather his thoughts and took the first steps. As they crossed the threshold, there was a distinct change in the air, a sulfurous, burning smell seemed to immediately arise. In the distance, wailing and moaning could be heard. For the moment, the steps seemed endless. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

gammagodling
2010-11-29 04:34 am UTC (link)

Andy knows that Argo's courage isn't failing him, but perhaps his brother didn't realize what kind of torment a mortal soul could endure in such a short time.

He's heard stories from his family members who have visited Hell and all of them sound like eternal torment. No joining your family in the Elysian Fields or meeting friends on the distant shore. Just endless torment and lonliness.

The Christian God didn't seem very loving or forgiving, despite what his scripture said.

"We're with you, Argo." Andy says.

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	sandcastlegod 2010-11-29 04:43 am UTC (link)
	Corey was unsettled as he followed them down the steps. Mephisto was a tricky, grabby bastard, that was for sure. He certainly knew that. But as his powers reached down into the steps, he wasn't expecting quite how....sick it was. The worst depletion and pollution he'd ever felt in soil was nothing compared to this. "Dioscuri, this stone is gross." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

son_of_hercules
2010-11-29 07:43 pm UTC (link)

Argo shared his brother's assessment of the Christian God. In truth, while he recognized that the gods of Olympus could be quite petty and cruel in their own right, what he knew of the other gods suggested they were still probably the best of the lot. But that might be family pride talking.

The stairs continued for some time, but eventually they made it to the bottom, stepping onto barren red rock. Geysers of flame spouted from various spots in the land, and demons peeked out from behind rocks. Here and there, a mortal soul could be seen being tormented by still more demons.

"This whole realm is a truly terrible place," he says, continuing to move forward.

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	nextgen_misc 2010-11-29 07:44 pm UTC (link)
	Demons barred their way. "The living have come to us, brothers," one cackled to the rest. "Shall we feast upon them?" "The Master will punish us!" one whined. "Then he need never find out!" a third cackled. The demons attack. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	gammagodling 2010-11-29 09:07 pm UTC (link)
	"Fun fact about Olympians: we don't taste good." Andy says, driving his sword into the chest of the nearest demon, even as he kicks at another one. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	sandcastlegod 2010-11-29 09:36 pm UTC (link)
	With a very healthy dose of disgust, Corey communes with the rock enough to shockwave it unstably under the monsters' feet. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2010-11-30 01:11 am UTC (link)
	Argo fought with his bare fists, striking the first demon he came across with a blow that thundered throughout the cavern. There was precious little of his usual restraint. The Son of Hercules was fighting all out. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	nextgen_misc 2010-11-30 01:13 am UTC (link)
	The demons were falling fast under the trio's assault, but more were coming, with bat-winged ones swooping down from above. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	gammagodling 2010-11-30 05:50 am UTC (link)
	Let me out, Walters. "Not now, Titan. Someone here needs to be in control of themselves if we're going to get back." Andy says aloud. Argo's follower can handle the thinkin'. Let me do some smashin'. Andy ignores Titan...for the moment. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	a_blessing 2010-12-04 11:59 pm UTC (link)
	"It's not true," Harmony whispered as she desperately tried to not have to see the images of Argo with other women. It didn't matter what direction she twisted her head or turned though. She couldn't stop seeing. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2010-12-05 12:25 am UTC (link)
	Argo cracked his knuckles. "Return Harmony from your foul clutches," he said simply, "or we will bring your realm down about your ears. The choice is yours." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	sandcastlegod 2010-12-05 12:34 am UTC (link)
	Corey looks at the demon who brought them over. "Might want to handle the toadying part of the festivities later and just give everyone a little room right now," he suggested drily. Mephisto's words don't fail to register, but Corey doesn't panic, just looks the area over, takes in however he appears to be holding Harmony. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	nextgen_baddie 2010-12-05 01:26 am UTC (link)
	"And when have I," Mephisto asked, "ever been concerned with the concept of justice?" He continued walking down the steps leading to his throne. "I noticed, however, that you did not include yourself in that number I should allow to leave." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	a_blessing 2010-12-05 02:16 am UTC (link)
	"Argo!" She struggled against her bindings, frantic. She didn't want him Corey or the stranger with them harmed. That would be worse than any other torment she would have to undergo. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	sandcastlegod 2010-12-05 03:49 am UTC (link)
	"Don't worry, Harmony. We're not his jurisdiction. We're gonna get you out of here." Corey...instantly decides not to try to figure out what Andy's plan is. Mephisto's got a better chance of picking something up from his puny mortal mind than from the demigod's. He just shoots the guy a worried look. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2010-12-05 04:56 am UTC (link)
	"Worry not, Harmony!" Argo shouted. "We shall rescue you!" He frowned, confused at just what his brother was driving at. He was quite prepared to face the Lord of the Underworld in combat, to fight with his last for his lady love. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	nextgen_baddie 2010-12-05 04:59 am UTC (link)
	The only Olympian was clever only marginally brighter than a candle, but the other seemed to be quite clever, in a particular way common to some mortals. "Elaborate." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	son_of_hercules 2010-12-11 11:33 pm UTC (link)
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